Clovis Communicator

Clovis Communicator
2012/2013 Issue 4
Newsletter Date: 12/19/2012
Clovis Grove Elementary School
December
December 21– Holiday Read and Sing Along
December 24 thru January 1 – No School Holiday Break
January
January 2 – Classes resume 8:15 a.m.
January 17 – Early Dismissal 11:00 a.m. Staff Development
January 17 – PTO Meeting 6:30 p.m.
January 23– 4K Beach Day
January 23– 1st Grade go to the Building for Kids 8:40-1:20
January 25 – Early Dismissal 11:00 a.m. End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester & Teacher Record Day
January 29– Dental Sealants Grades 2-3 12:00-3:00
A big thank you to all the students and staff that
participated in this years Clovis Grove Coin
Challenge. Our 11th annual challenge brought in
$754.32, beating our total from last year by almost
$100! Way to go Cougars! Your generous donations have
helped Clovis to sponsor multiple families in the Fox Valley this
holiday season.
Our winning grade is kindergarten again this year! The kindergarten classes raised $381.79, which is more than half of our
total! Hooray for the kindergarten!! The kindergarten will have a
visit from the Clovis Cougar who will bring something special
for everyone!
Very few childhood memories actually include the gifts I received. I distinctly remember the year that I got a Holly Hobbie oven, a huge package of
books from Grandma, and a butterfly necklace from my dad (I still have it. I
received it in 3rd grade!) Which got me thinking… what type of gifts can we
give to our children that they will never forget? What gifts will truly impact
their lives and change them forever?
To that end, here is my Top 15 List of Gifts Your Children Will Never
Forget.
Affirmation. Sometimes one simple word of affirmation can change an
entire life. So make sure your children know how much you appreciate them. And then, remind them every chance you get.
Contentment. The need for more is contagious. Therefore, one of the
greatest gifts you can give your children is an appreciation for
being content with what they have.
Curiosity. Teach your children to ask questions about who, what,
where, how, why, and why not. “Stop asking so many questions”
are words that should never leave a parents’ mouth.
Determination. One of the greatest determining factors in one’s success is the size of their will. How can you help grow your child’s
today?
Discipline. Children need to learn everything from the ground-up including appropriate behaviors, how to get along with others, how
to get results, and how to achieve their dreams. Discipline should
not be avoided or withheld. Instead, it should be consistent and
positive.
Encouragement. Words are powerful. They can create or they can
destroy. The simple words that you choose to speak today can
offer encouragement and positive thoughts to another child. Or
your words can send them further into despair. So choose them
carefully.
Honesty/Integrity. Children who learn the value and importance of
honesty at a young age have a far greater opportunity to become
honest adults.
Imagination. If we’ve learned anything over the past 20 years, it’s that
life is changing faster and faster with every passing day. The world
tomorrow looks nothing like the world today. And the people with
imagination are the ones not just living it, they are creating it.
Intentionality. I believe strongly in intentional living and intentional
parenting. Slow down, consider who you are, where you are going,
and how to get there. And do the same for each of your children.
Meals Together. Meals provide unparalleled opportunity for relationship, the likes of which can not be found anywhere else. So much
so, that a family that does not eat together does not grow together.
Opportunity. Kids need opportunities to experience new things so they
can find out what they enjoy and what they are good at. And contrary to popular belief, this doesn’t have to require much money.
Optimism. Pessimists don’t change the world. Optimists do.
Room to Make mistakes. Kids are kids. That’s what makes them so
much fun… and so desperately in need of your patience. Give
them room to experiment, explore, and make mistakes.
Sense of Humor. Laugh with your children everyday… for your sake
and theirs.
Time. The gift of time is the one gift you can never get back or take
back. So think carefully about who (or what) is getting yours.
Of course, none of these gifts are on sale at your local department store. But,
I think that’s the point.
You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of
yourself that you truly give.” – Kahlil Gibran
Moving during the school year??
It is very important that you keep your child’s school up to date on your current
address and phone numbers. It is vital to be able to contact you in case of an
emergency and to share important school information. No child will ever be
required to leave their present school because of a move in that school year. To
know your options for the next school year, please inform your schools as soon as
possible on your move.
The CLC Adult English Language Learner program is back for the 2012-2013 school year! Classes have been in
session since September and, after the holiday season, will resume on Thursday, January 3. If you are interested
in registering for the Adult English Language Learner program, stop by your school office to pick up a registration form. You may bring your form to class on the first night. Contact Nathan Werley at 967-1453 with
questions.
Important Reminder About Attendance
Clovis Grove has now collected 52 and a
quarter pounds of pull tabs! Thank you to
everyone who has helped us get to this total. This is the time of the year that we try to do something nice for others. Pulling and saving tabs is something that we can all do all year long. The people from
the Ronald McDonald House say,
“Way to go Clovis!”
Absence: If your child is absent for any reason follow
this procedure:
Please call the school office at 967–1950 before 8:30 a.m.
to inform the office of the absence.
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If you get the voice mail message recording please
leave your full name, your son or daughter’s full
name, your child’s teacher’s name and reason for
their absence.
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Your child will remain unexcused if the school has not
received a phone call from you. The office will make
every attempt to contact a parent/guardian by phone.
A Note From Mrs. Mees
Cougar Praise Corner
A friendly reminder to please make sure your
child has tennis shoes on the days they have gym
class so they can participate safely in class activities.
Thank you for your help and cooperation!
Mrs. Mees
Physical Education Teacher
Mrs. Steffanus’ class has earned a Bronze medal for classroom Cougar
Paws. Awesome!
Mrs. Schumaker’s class has earned 60 Cougar Paws! Fantastic job!
Mrs. Maertz’s class has earned 30 Cougar Paws and voted to have a Show
and Tell! Congratulations!
Mr. Viotto’s class has earned 60 Cougar Paws and celebrated with a hot
dog party!
Keep up the AWESOME work!
Seek‘n’ Find Party
Register starting Monday, Dec. 3!
Wednesday,
READ-IN Reach High: READ!
December 26
Be a Smart Cookie with us!
1:30-2:15 p.m.
Friday, December 28
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
www.menashalibrary.org
440 1st St. Menasha
(920)967-3670
Star Wars Kickoff Party for Chillin’ With a Good Book!
Tuesday, Jan. 15
Read for an hour or all day! First 10
kids to register get a t-shirt, a certificate, bookmark,
reading record, and a Reach High Read sticker. Read
with us!
January 14 – February 10
6:30-7:15 p.m.
Chillin’ With a
Good Book
Join the Winter Reading Program
Pick up your Winter Reading Booklet
the week of January 7
For Kids Age 3 – Grade 5
*Looking for something FUN & EXCITING for your child to do this winter?*
Come and shine like the STAR you know they are.....when they participate in our outstanding Theatrical Camps.
Self-confidence on and off the stage
Team work (Acting, Dancing, and Singing)
Acting skills/Sharing your Talent with others
Reading/Memorization skills
These various camps provided by Shooting Starzz Theater, in cooperation with the City of Menasha Parks & Rec. Dept. will offer students an opportunity to explore all aspects of ACTING. Classes will consist of activities, games, & even a few fun team contests; all
while experiencing how rewarding and enjoyable it is to create a show! The students will then have a small showcase performance of
what they learned at the camps!!!
Saturday ONLY Camp: (Every Saturday) December 15th through February 2nd, 2013
Ages: 5-18
Time: Day and Evening times available to accommodate schedules
Christmas Break Camp: (December 26, 27, 28, 31 st)
Ages: 5-18
Time: Day and Evening times available to accommodate schedules
For more camp details, registration, contact Director- Melissa Suttner (920)-851-7372.