Parent Post 10/25/2024

Posted October 25, 2024

Message from the Principal 

Cory Families, 

In our ever-changing world, it’s more important than ever to create a safe and welcoming environment for all our students, regardless of their race, religion, or background. Our school is committed to being a place where every child feels valued and celebrated. We believe that diversity enriches our community, and together we can work towards a more inclusive atmosphere.

To support this mission, we encourage families to engage in open conversations at home about the importance of kindness and respect for everyone. Here are some strategies to promote understanding and prevent hate language:

1. Model Respectful Language: Use inclusive language in your conversations, demonstrating the importance of treating everyone with dignity.
2. Encourage Open Dialogue: Create a safe space for your children to discuss their thoughts and feelings about diversity and inclusion. Encourage them to ask questions and express their views.
3. Teach Empathy: Share stories and experiences that highlight the value of different perspectives. This can foster empathy and understanding.
4. Address Hate Language: If your child encounters hate language at school or online, encourage them to speak up and report it. It’s essential to address such behaviors promptly.
5. Celebrate Diversity: Participate in cultural events and discussions that celebrate various traditions and backgrounds. This helps build appreciation for our community’s richness.

By working together, we can ensure that our school remains a safe haven for all students. Thank you for your continued support in making our community a welcoming place for everyone.

This month’s words are emulate, foliage, decorously, luxuriate.

Upcoming Events 

• Oct. 29th Destination Imagination Information night for families @ 3:30 in Library 
• Oct 29th – Spooky Story Night 6:00 – 7:30
• Oct 30th  – Parent Education Night – How to Respond to Bullying@ 4:00- this will be in place of the CSC meeting. 
• Oct. 31st Fall Parade
• Nov 1st – Non Contact Day – Teacher Work Day 
• Nov 3rd – Daylight savings Clocks back 1 hour
• Nov 6th – PTA Meeting @ 6:00
• Nov 11th – 14th – Scholastic Book Fair
• Nov 12th – 14th – Vision, Hearing & Dental Screening 
• Nov 14th – STEAM Night 4:30 – 6
• Nov 15th – Coffee with the Principal & Assistant Principal

Nov 25 – 29th Fall Break

Upcoming Events 

• Oct. 29th Destination Imagination Information night for families @ 3:30 in Library 
• Oct 29th – Spooky Story Night 6:00 – 7:30
• Oct 30th  – Parent Education Night – How to Respond to Bullying@ 4:00- this will be in place of the CSC meeting. 
• Oct. 31st Fall Parade
• Nov 1st – Non Contact Day – Teacher Work Day 
• Nov 3rd – Daylight savings Clocks back 1 hour
• Nov 6th – PTA Meeting @ 6:00
• Nov 11th – 14th – Scholastic Book Fair
• Nov 12th – 14th – Vision, Hearing & Dental Screening 
• Nov 14th – STEAM Night 4:30 – 6
• Nov 15th – Coffee with the Principal & Assistant Principal
  

Nov 25 – 29th Fall Break

The “Your Voice/Tu Voz” survey is open now! What does this mean for you?WHAT? The “Your Voice/Tu Voz” Family Survey is designed to measure the extent to which Denver Public Schools is helping parents and guardians feel welcomed, involved and informed. Your input will help us learn how to better support you, so that you can best support the academic success of your student(s).All responses are anonymous and confidential.WHY? At the school level, your input helps principals, teachers and school staff understand what is working well and what needs to be addressed to improve our schools. At the district level, your feedback helps evaluate the performance of DPS leadership. Your voice matters greatly.WHO? If you are the parent or guardian of a DPS student, we want to hear from you.  HOW? Click on the URL.

Cory TSEAL Daily Lessons Unit 1: Positive School and Class Culture  Unit 2: Self Awareness Unit 3: Self Regulation  Random Acts of Kindness (RAOK) https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/  We have taken our CASEL approved, highly effective, evidence-based Kindness in the Classroom® social emotional learning curriculum and made it better. By including a focus on equity, teacher self-care, and digital citizenship, we are excited to share a more engaging, relatable, and inclusive curriculum.  Free lesson plans: ​​https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/kindergarten-grade-5-lesson-plans Second Step https://www.secondstep.org/  DPS TSEAL Manual 24/25

Restorative Justice TSEAL/ RJ Tools Restorative Practices

Bullying Parent Packet Commanding Social Media Bullying Procedures and Policies Zero Tolerance Presentation Bullying Intervention Toolbox

Inclusion Inclusion Resources