Wildcat Newsletter. Katharine Anderson. Principal. Find us online!

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1 Katharine Anderson Principal Inside A Note from the Principal Thanksgiving Break Dates Report Card Distribution Date Thank you to our Washington Families! Six Flags Reading Log Christmas Cheer Foundation Wildcat Newsletter Washington School November 16, 2018 Giving Thanks! Ways Kids Can Give Thanks As we enter this season of Thanksgiving, we may find ourselves reflecting more often on how to raise a thankful child. Teaching kids to be thankful doesn t involve guilt. By nurturing a sense of gratitude from an early age, your children will learn to appreciate big and small blessings. Shop, Buy, and Share Trips to the grocery store, drugstore, or toy store can be opportunities to think of others. Next time you re stocking up, encourage your child to pick one or two canned goods to donate to a Thanksgiving food drive or a food bank. Check with local shelters to see what they need, and have kids choose the supplies. They will learn to think of others and start to appreciate the necessities they ordinarily take for granted. Office Fax Attendance Phone Find us online! De-clutter and Donate Encourage your children to donate toys they no longer use or clothes they ve outgrown. Let them know that some things they don t need might be useful for another child. Drop the donated items off to a drop-off location such as the Salvation Army, Goodwill, etc. Volunteer Your Time Look for opportunities to volunteer as a family. Serve food at a nearby shelter or put together a care package for senior citizens or soldiers overseas. Show how giving time, not just money or objects, is another way of helping others and acknowledging gratitude for what you already have. Write Notes of Appreciation Ask your kids to write a handwritten note to someone they re thankful for; if kids are too young to write, have them draw a picture instead. Ask them to consider who makes their lives better or brighter. Is it the babysitter? A favorite aunt? A teacher? A family friend? When children reflect on who they want to write to, they learn to value people in their lives who have touched them. Don t Forget Family Many parents teach their children to say thank you when they receive a gift, but family members often forget to thank each other for everyday favors. Set an example by thanking your children and your spouse. Children see gratitude in action, and it s good for household harmony too. Keep Gratitude Going Long after the turkey is eaten and the holiday season ends, continue to practice thankfulness throughout the year. One of the most practical ways to inspire gratitude is also the simplest. You don t have to be involved in big projects all the time. Grateful people are more likely to be both kind and helpful. Upcoming Events Find out more at Washington s calendar. Visit for the link. Empowering all students to succeed in a changing world. Monday, Nov. 19th-Friday, Nov. 23rd No School Thanksgiving Break Monday, November 26th Classes Resume Friday, November 30th Report Cards go home Thursday, December 6th Early Dismissal 12:10 pm

2 A Note From the Principal Dear Washington Families: The first trimester of the school year has gone by quickly. It was great to see so many parents attend parent teacher conferences. We had record high attendance with over 90% of parents attending conferences. As I reflect on the many things for which I am thankful, I want to take this opportunity to share just a few of them with you: I am thankful for our students who come to school every day ready to learn they give us all a daily reminder of what is important and why we are here. I am truly thankful for the support of the parents in creating an outstanding partnership for our students. I am thankful for the teachers, assistants, bus drivers, secretaries, nurses, lunchroom aides, support staff, and therapists who really care about educating the whole child and have the best interests of our students at heart. I am also thankful for our volunteers who enthusiastically contribute so much to our school. Most importantly, I am thankful for the parents that are our children s first teachers. You continue to share your most valuable possession with us. Thank you for being involved in your child s education and being their number one advocate. I would like to wish all of you and your families a happy, healthy and relaxing Thanksgiving holiday! Report Cards go home on Friday, November 30th Thanksgiving Break Monday, November 19th thru Friday, November 23rd Classes Resume Monday, November 26th Your partner in education, Kate Anderson We would like to thank all Washington families that brought in treats for our teachers and staff during parent/teacher conferences. We had such a variety of delicious foods! We appreciate all your support!

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5 Christmas Cheer Foundation FREE CHRISTMAS DAY MEALS DELIVERED TO THE HOME Please accept this meal and gift from the Christmas Cheer Volunteers. If you wish to receive a meal delivered to your home on Christmas Day, please complete the form. Forms will not be accepted after November 30, Important Deliveries will be on Christmas Day between 8:30-1:00 pm Please Print Name Address Apt. _ City Zip Code Phone Number (s) / Number of Adults Number of Children _ (only ages 12 and under) Ages of Boys Ages of Girls Total Meals Special Delivery Information (door bell not working, hearing impaired, wheelchair, blind, etc.) Return form to: St. Mother Theodore Guerin Parish St. Cyprian Church 2601 Clinton Street River Grove, IL Attn: Christmas Cheer Foundation Referred by: Washington Elementary School Signature of head of household Forms will NOT be accepted after November 30, 2018

6 Christmas Cheer Foundation Cena De Navidad Gratis Entregada En Su Domicilio Por favor complete esta forma si deseas recibir una cena entregada en su domicilio el dia de navidad. El dia de navidad, acepte esta cenas y regalos de los voluntaries de Christmas Cheer. Aviso Importante La forma con la informacion complete necesita estar devuelto antes del primero (30) de Noviembre. Las cenas se entregaran el dia de navidad entre las horas de 8:30 am y 1:00 pm Escribe Nombre Direccion Apartamento _ Ciudad/subburbio Zona Postal _ Numero(s) De Telefono / _ Numero De Adultos _ Numero De Ninos _ (de 12 anos y menor) Edades Ninos Edades Ninas Cena Total Si Hay Instructiones Especiales Por Favor Expliquelo (campana de la puerta no funciona, auditivos, sillas de ruedas, ciegos, etc.) Devuelva esta forma a: St. Mother Theodore Guerin Parish St. Cyprian Church 2601 Clinton Street River Grove, IL Attn: Christmas Cheer Foundation Quien me inform de este servicio: Washington Elementary School Firma del pariente Las Forma Necesita Estar Devuelto Antes del Primero (30) de Noviembre.