12/21/23
Since we do not have school on Friday, December 22nd, this will be the last Principal’s Message of 2023! I hope everyone has a wonderful Winter Break! Have a happy and healthy New Year! See you in 2024!
Upcoming Dates:
12/22-1/7- Winter Break
1/15- No School
1/30- Early Release 1:30 PM Dismissal
2/16- Half Day 11:10 AM Dismissal
2/19- No School
2/27- Early Release 1:30 PM Dismissal
Counseling Corner
Ms. Baker and Mr. Maddox, School Social Workers
Mrs. Koulentes, School Counselor
Mrs. Leverentz, School Psychologist
Happy Winter Break Twin Groves! We hope everyone has a very Happy New Year and is looking forward to some well-deserved time off. As we are entering into the second half of our school year, and transitioning to the colder months, we thought it would be important to highlight some strategies to help our students sustain their momentum during these winter months.
1. Return to Bedtime Routines
Although it is easy to get into a new pattern of sleep during special occasions (such as winter break), it is important that kids transition to their regular sleep patterns as they return to school. Quality and consistent sleep is essential to helping kids stay energized throughout their school day.
2. Discuss Goals for the New Year
Having discussions with your child about what their goals are for the new year is a great way to transition into the second half of their school year. Whether they have school, personal, physical, or any other goal in between, it will help your students have something to look forward to and work towards as they tackle the rest of the year.
3. Focus on Celebrations
From big celebrations, such as personal accomplishments, to little celebrations, such as getting out of bed to their alarm in the morning - celebrating and starting off on a positive note will help set the tone for the weeks ahead.
4. Validate your Child’s Feelings
It is normal for kids to have mixed feelings about starting back up again after a break. While some are excited to come back, see their friends and teachers, and get into a routine, others may feel anxious or apprehensive about returning. Both feelings are okay and valid. Encouraging kids to voice their opinions and listen will go a long way. When kids feel heard, they are more likely to share.
5. Emphasize the Importance of Self-Care
Doing things that help them alleviate stress, such as listening to upbeat music, deep breathing, doing something they enjoy, spending time with loved ones, etc., will help your child immensely/be a helpful continued practice to put in place.
NEW *ACCESS Testing*
The State of Illinois requires identified English Learner (EL) students to annually participate in the ACCESS testing to determine current English language proficiency in Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing. Our ACCESS testing window will occur from 1/17/24-3/5/24. Each school’s testing schedule is unique and will only impact students who take the ACCESS test. Students taking ACCESS do not need to prepare anything ahead of time.
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