Jones Journal for Families February 3, 2023

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Principally Speaking

I hope everyone has stayed safe and warm this week. Even though it was unexpected, spending more time with family is always a blessing. But I am looking forward to sunshine, seeing my Jones family and getting back to school and our routines!💙⭐ Espero que todos se hayan mantenido seguros y calentitos esta semana. Aunque fue inesperado, pasar más tiempo con familia siempre es una bendición. ¡Pero tengo muchas ganas de ver al sol y a todos y volver a la escuela y a nuestras rutinas! 💙⭐

February marks Black History Month, a tradition that got its start in the Jim Crow era and was officially recognized in 1976 as part of the nation's bicentennial celebrations. February was chosen to coincide with the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. The month aims to honor the contributions that African Americans have made and to recognize their sacrifices. Students will learn about African-Americans who made contributions to science, politics, law, sports, the arts, entertainment, education and much more. Please join us on Monday as the 1st grade informance showcase will also honor Black History Month.

Febrero marca el Mes de la Historia AfroAmericano, una tradición que comenzó en la era de Jim Crow y fue reconocida oficialmente en 1976 como parte de las celebraciones del bicentenario de la nación. Se eligió febrero para que coincidiera con los cumpleaños de Abraham Lincoln y Frederick Douglass. El mes tiene como objetivo honrar las contribuciones que han hecho los afroamericanos y reconocer sus sacrificios. Los estudiantes aprenderán sobre los afroamericanos que hicieron contribuciones a la ciencia, la política, el ley, los deportes, las artes, el entretenimiento, la educación y mucho más. Únase a nosotros el lunes, ya que la exhibición de información de primer grado también honrará el Mes de la Historia Afroamericano.

Parent Survey

Please take a moment and complete this survey about technology use and technology integration. Thank you!

Teacher Wishlists

The teachers impacted by the flood would appreciate any immediate relief while their losses and damages are being sorted with risk management. If you would be willing to donate towards their classroom wish list, your contribution will be very much appreciated. ❤ Thank you!

Los maestros afectados por la inundación apreciarían cualquier alivio inmediato mientras sus pérdidas y daños se resuelven. Si está dispuesto a donar para la lista de deseos de su salón de clases, su contribución será muy apreciada. ❤ ¡Gracias!

• Attendance is a priority. Families shall support their child's learning by making every effort to make sure their child is at school and on time every day. Classes start at 8:10 a.m. and are considered late at 8:20 a.m.
• Avoid coming to the school from Lamar Boulevard in the morning for drop off or in the afternoon for pick-up. Do NOT come from Lamar. Please turn right on Van Buren after dropping off or picking up.
• Families agree to support and attend school functions, events and will maintain communication with teachers.
• La asistencia es una prioridad. Las familias deben apoyar el aprendizaje de sus hijos haciendo todo lo posible para asegurarse de que su hijo esté en la escuela y a tiempo todos los días. Las clases comienzan a las 8:10 a. m. y se consideran tarde a las 8:20 a.m.
• Evite venir a la escuela desde Lamar Boulevard en la mañana para dejar o en la tarde para recoger. NO vengas de Lamar. Gire a la derecha en Van Buren después de dejar o recoger.
• Las familias acuerdan apoyar y asistir a funciones y eventos escolares y mantendrán comunicación con los maestros.

Counselor Corner

Patience

Let's face it: No one likes to wait — least of all active preschoolers who haven't yet learned why patience matters. Nor have they developed the coping skills to be able to wait successfully. Still, teaching your child patience is important. She'll need it to be successful in school and in life.

It's tough to say how patient you can expect your child to be at each age. Some kids are naturally more patient than others. That's why it's helpful for you to observe your child and understand that for some kids, waiting comes easily, while for others it's really difficult, says Roni Leiderman, Ph.D., associate dean of the Mailman Segal Institute for Early Childhood Studies at Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. "That said, there is undoubtedly a difference between what you can expect from a three year old and what you can expect from a five year old," says Leiderman. "As your child's language skills develop and he gains more experience with waiting, you can expect him to be more patient."

Whether your child is naturally patient or not, you can do a lot to help her learn by starting early. Even when they're just nine or ten months old, you don't always have to immediately fix everything for them. If you do they won't learn to hang in there during the struggle and eventually master challenges." For example, when your baby's ball rolls out of reach, don't retrieve it for them right away. Instead ask, "How can we get the ball?" and help her figure out how to do it. The same holds true as kids get older. If your child throws a puzzle piece out of frustration, say "Puzzles can be so frustrating. What if we try it together? Does that piece fit here? How about here?"

More Ways to Teach Patience

Learning to wait and to take turns are important elements of learning patience. Try these skill-building strategies:

Model patience. "Your child is always learning from you, so be aware of the words and body language you use when you have to wait for something," says Leiderman. Instead of acting anxious when you're stuck in traffic, put in a relaxing CD, for example.

Use reflective listening. Young children don't have the words to express what they're feeling, but you can help verbalize those emotions. In the checkout line, you might say, "I know it's hard to wait. This is taking a long time, but you're doing a great job waiting." Says Leiderman, "If you acknowledge your child's struggle, he'll naturally try harder."

Keep expectations reasonable. Asking your preschooler to wait an hour for food is just too long. At a restaurant, ask your server to bring bread or crackers as soon as you sit down, and have a book or quiet game handy to keep your child occupied.

Help them develop strategies for waiting. When you must wait, help your child figure out what she can do to pass the time. Say, "What can we do while we're waiting? Should we sing songs or read a book?"

Use a timer to help your child visualize the wait. If he is begging for a story, but you need time to finish what you're doing, set an egg timer for 5 minutes and tell him that when the bell rings, you'll read the book, suggests Lerner.

Consider preschool. "One of the real values of having your child in a program before kindergarten is that she learns waiting and self-control — two foundations of school readiness," says Lerner. If your child hasn't learned these skills by the time she starts school, her impatience may draw a negative response from the teacher and other students.

Join Jones Academy PTA

Active and engaged families are the key to success for students, and PTA provides parents with the tools to make every child's potential a reality. PTA is a proven champion for families, children, and teachers. Joining is a click away at jonespta.org. Help us make an impact. Jones PTA Facebook page: @JonesAcademyPTA

If you know of dads, grandfathers, uncles, male role models, or any father figures who would be interested, please use this link to sign up to receive information. Jones Dad’s Club Email: jonesdadclub@gmail.com Jones Dads Club Facebook page: @JonesAcademyDadsClub

Si conozca de papás, abuelos, tíos, o cualquier figura paterna que esté interesada, use este enlace para registrarse y recibir información. Club de Papás de Jones correo electrónico: jonesdadclub@gmail.com Página de Facebook del Club de Papás de Jones: @JonesAcademyDadsClub

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Upcoming Events

• February Black History Month
• February 6- 100th Day of School. Dress how you will look at 100 years old!
• February 6-PTA General Meeting 5:30 and 1st grade Performance Showcase 6:00pm
• February 10- Early Dismissal 12:10 p.m., Friendship Dance for Grades 3-5, 6-8pm
• February 14- Kindness Valentine's Day
• February 17- Report Cards & College Shirts
• February 20- Holiday No School
• March 2- Read Across America Day
• March 9- Spring Individual & Group Picture Day (no retakes)
• March 9- Open House 5:30-7:00 p.m.
• March 10- Festival of Colors Field Day
• March 13-17 Spring Break