Hello!
Compliment:
Room 16 students worked cooperatively and quietly for a much longer period than at any point in the school year. What a pleasant surprise!
Concern:
Many 3rd Grade students are coming to me with complaints that kids are saying unkind things to them. I would really like all of my students to be hearing messages of respect and encouragement instead. If possible, please talk to your child and discuss things to say to people that are positive. Give some scenarios in which your child can figure out a way to "lead with kindness" (as we like to say at Helmers). The end of the school year can be tricky and confusing for students, knowing that a change is coming.
Thanks for all of the kind gestures coming my way for Teacher Appreciation week! It makes each day exciting to be at work!
-Mr. McElroy
Compliment:
Room 16 students worked cooperatively and quietly for a much longer period than at any point in the school year. What a pleasant surprise!
Concern:
Many 3rd Grade students are coming to me with complaints that kids are saying unkind things to them. I would really like all of my students to be hearing messages of respect and encouragement instead. If possible, please talk to your child and discuss things to say to people that are positive. Give some scenarios in which your child can figure out a way to "lead with kindness" (as we like to say at Helmers). The end of the school year can be tricky and confusing for students, knowing that a change is coming.
Thanks for all of the kind gestures coming my way for Teacher Appreciation week! It makes each day exciting to be at work!
-Mr. McElroy