Panther Post
December 12th-16th
Panther Post Week 17
Principal's Message
Hello Panther Family,
Happy Friday! Hard to believe that we are only one week away from the end of the first semester YET here we are! Our scholars have done an outstanding job of doing their very best this first semester and I cannot wait to see what semester 2 brings for each of them!
Thank you to all families who attended our Winter Performance last evening! It was spectacular. Seeing our children perform brings such joy! We are are so grateful for your partnership.
Please see the information below about our PTA. All families are encouraged to join. Our PTA is focused on providing support for our children! Your support is critical to their success. Join Today!
Below you will find some helpful information as you begin to plan for the week ahead.
- Winter Break-Our school and district will be closed for winter break beginning December 19th. This break provides our community the opportunity to much needed and deserved quality time together! As such, the school building will be closed for the duration of the break. and staff email will be set to out of office. We are truly encouraging our whole community to enjoy these moments together. We will reopen four students on Wednesday, January 4th.
- Class Parties- Coming up this Thursday (for most classes), our Panthers will have their holiday parties. These parties provide an opportunity to allow our students to enjoy so much deserved social time with one another. Please make sure all requested items are store bought and have been sent it. Also, as a friendly reminder, these parties are for students only.
- Grades and Incomplete Work- This week our students will finish out their quarter 2/semester 1 grading period. I encourage all families to review their child's grades and work via Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Please reach out to your child's teacher if you have any concerns or questions as we wrap up this semester strong!
December to Remember- This week we began our December to Remember theme days. Throughout the remainder of the month, our Panthers have the opportunity to spread some much needed holiday cheer! We will continue to dress up representing a variety of holiday themes. To participate daily, please reference the calendar below.
Of course and as always, please don't hesitate to reach out to me with any questions or concerns atlillym@fultonschools.org..
Your Proud Panther Principal,
Maureen Lilly
Upcoming Dates to Remember
- December 12th- Honor Diwali- Wear yellow
- December 13th- Holiday Character Day- Dress up as one of your favorite holiday characters
- December 14th- Dreaming of a White Christmas- Wear white
- December 15th- Grinch Day- Wear your grinchiest green
- December 16th- All Aboard the Polar Express- Wear your favorite pajamas
- December 19th- January 3rd- Winter Break- School is Closed
- January 4th- Scholars Return to School- First Day of Semester 2
- January 9th- Semester 1 Report Cards post in Infinite Campus
- January 16th- M.L.K. Holiday- No School
- January 17th- Professional Learning Day- No school for students
- January 26th- Family Math Night 6PM
SUPPORTING YOUR SCHOLARS AT HOME
AT HOME LITERACY STRATEGY
Holiday Reading Fun
Parents, here are some fun and festive ways to engage in Reading during the holiday season!
Incorporate Holiday Themed Books into the Mix.
- Make a list of holiday classics you loved as a child and look into new releases to add in to reading time. Make a goal to work your way through one book a day over the break.
Make It a Family Affair.
- Create a nightly ritual where everyone in the family cozies up with a hot chocolate and a good book for 20-30 minutes
Create a Recipe for Success.
- Encourage your kids to help you cook this holiday season. Whether it be helping with dinners or baking treats, asking your kids to participate will make for a memorable and teachable moment. Add in reading by asking them to read the recipes out loud to you.
Make a Day of It.
- Make a plan to visit your local library or book store one day over the holiday break. If weather permits, bundle up and walk or sled there, and maybe even stop for a hot drink or tasty treat on the way home.
We hope that you’ll enjoy time off with your family over the holidays and keep reading fun and festive!
COMMITTING TO SAFETY AND SECURITY AT AGHES
Here at AGHES, we focus on safety and security everyday. We practice drills, use sign in procedures, and check visitors coming into our building. However, safety and security is a joint effort with the school and our community. Each month I will share information related to our safety and security procedures.
This month our focus is helping our scholars create and own a safe school environment. Below are some ways, you can support your child at home to create a safe environment at school.
- Discuss the school's discipline policy with your child. Show your support for the rules and help your child understand the reasons for them..
- Talk with your child about the violence he or she sees on television, in video games and possibly in the neighborhood. Help your child understand the consequences of violence and that this is not how to handle problems.
- Teach your child how to solve problems with their words. If there is an issue determine who your child identifies as a safe adult in the school building. Praise your child when he or she follows through.
- Help your child find ways to show anger that do not involve verbally or physically hurting others. When you get angry, use it as an opportunity to model these appropriate responses for your child and talk about it.
Reminding your child that although things can happen that are upsetting, in school there are people to help! Ask them who their trusted adult is and leverage that person if issues arise. We hope one by one this will support us in maintaining a safe school environment.