Dear JES families and friends,
Welcome back to both returning and new families! There is
exciting activity going on in preparation for the 2012-2013 school year. I hope
that you have had a wonderful summer and a great first week of school.
Teachers, staff and students are going to be Finding Our Greatness at JES this year!
On Thursday, September
6th, there will be an informal gathering to welcome the newest parent
members to the Johnson family. That is new JES families to CISD and kindergarten
parents. This will be an opportunity for me share information about programs at JES such as Rachel's Challenge and our Pet Partner program. There will also be time to answer any questions you might have for me. If you are new to Johnson Elementary drop by the JES
library from 8 to 9 on Thursday morning and let us welcome you personally.
Our Rachel’s Challenge initiative to promote kindness and
compassion will continue to be a focus on our campus. Your children will have
an opportunity to accept Rachel’s Challenge and pledge to be kind and compassionate to
others. We will be signing a banner to promote unity and commitment. You can
find more information about this district wide program at www.rachelschallenge.com .
Through our Core Essentials program we will be emphasizing
the Big 3 which are:
Treat Others Right
Make Smart Decisions
Maximize Your Potential
Our character trait for September is RESPECT defined as showing
others they are important by what you say or do. Chik fil A is generously sponsoring
our Core Essentials program again this year. If you are interested in more information
about our character education program go to www.coreessentials.org
When
you discuss these core values at home it reinforces their importance.
Invite your child to share what they have learned at school about RESPECT. When
we work together at school and at home “great” things are possible.
It is not unusual for students to be tired and “out of
sorts” the first few weeks of school. The change in their sleep and meal
routines alone may cause stress and then when you add on the expectations of
school - it is understandable that most children will react. If problems
persist or are more extreme than you feel is typical for your child, talk with
your child’s teacher and/or contact me. If we can do anything to help you or
your student, please let me know. You can email or call 817 949 4500 to
schedule an appointment.
Kindest regards,
Ziba
Johnston
Counselor
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