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wHAT WILL TOMORROW BRING? Truly, an Annie for our times! Join our cast today and shine on stage performing scenes and songs from the beloved musical “Annie!” This is a modern retelling of the classic story, with something for everyone, first timers and advancing performers alike. Discover the joys of acting, improv, voice and speech, theater games, and choreography! Develop self-confidence and team spirit. *Parents and friends of our students will be invited to enjoy a special workshop presentation that highlights the class show and the skills & techniques our students have learned throughout the course of the school term. Tomorrow is only a day away!! * Classes Begin: JANUARY 28 * Children Meet Our Teacher at the Lunch Tables. HELD: Wednesdays 2:30 - 3:30 Grades 1 - UP

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Boys and Girls 8-Week Youth Volleyball League For Girls and Boys ages 7 through 15 Age Divisions: 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-15

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The USYVL is a parent volunteer organization. Come on out and volunteer to make a difference in the life of a child and get a free USYVL Polo Shirt. Volunteer for one of the following positions: Coach, Asst Coach, Site Director, Registration Asst, First Aid Asst. These are all low commitment and we provide training. **Consider being a Coach. A Head Coach can select one player in addition to their own child to be on their team. Both children do need to be registered by registration deadline.

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IMAGINATION * CREATIVITY * INNOVATION Fern Elementary School-After School Art Enrichment Classes

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Imagination * Creativity * Innovation ESSENTIAL LIFE SKILLS FOR ALL CHILDREN

January 2015

Torrance Unified School District

Demonstrate and expect respect and your child will, too Children must have respect for authority, peers, belongings and themselves to learn and achieve in school. As a parent, you are uniquely qualified to teach your child to be respectful. Your child learns from everything you say and do. To encourage your child to have respect for people and property: • Be a role model. If you want him to say please when asking for something, remember to say please yourself—both to your child and to others. • Discuss respect. What is it? What does it look like? Who shows it? Who doesn’t? Why is it important? How does it feel to be treated with respect or disrespect? Role-play situations in which your child should show respect. • Set high expectations. If you’re clear about what you expect of your child, he will be more likely to follow through. “I expect you to raise your hand in class and wait patiently for your turn.” • Praise success. Look for respectful words and behaviors. Compliment your child’s efforts. “You listened to the coach even when the other kids were joking around. I was impressed!” • Criticize constructively. Be precise and respectful. “Next time, please hold the door for Grandpa. That will make life easier for him.” Source: R. Silverman, “10 Tips on Teaching Respect to Children: You can’t get it if you don’t give it,” drrobynsilverman.com, niswc.com/expectrespect.

Realistic resolutions jump-start change A new year is a good time to talk with your child about how the school year is going. And making New Year’s resolutions can be a good way to start positive change. Try these tips to help your child make resolutions she can keep: • Start small. She probably won’t go from reading 10 minutes a week to finishing an entire book in that time. Help her figure out smaller steps. “How about if you read for 30 minutes before bed?” • Think about the rewards. If your child needs to raise her math grade, help her focus on the benefits of doing that. It will be easier to make the necessary changes.

Math: one step at a time When children are in a hurry, they can forget that solving a math problem involves taking things step by step. If your child is stuck on a problem, ask him to talk you through it. If he still can’t figure it out, let the teacher know. Your child may need to review that material. Source: K.A. Zahler, 50 Simple Things You Can Do to Raise a Child Who Loves Math, ARCO Books.

Visualize for better reading One way to improve your child’s reading comprehension is to help her create mental images of the story. To start: 1. Ask your child to describe what is happening in the book. 2. Have her sketch on a sticky note a picture of a character, the setting or a conflict. She’ll learn to read for details. 3. Have her stick the note to the book and keep reading. At the next stopping place, she should do another drawing. In time, your child will stop thinking about the words, and the story will come alive. Source: C. Blachowicz and D. Ogle, Reading Comprehension: Strategies for Independent Learners, The Guilford Press.

Self-control leads to success

• Plan for obstacles. If she always watches TV after school, help her think about what to do instead. • Celebrate successes. Change is not always easy. If she didn’t read for 30 minutes a day, but did manage to read on four days this week, that’s still a lot more reading than she was doing before!

Research shows that self-control is twice as important as intelligence in predicting your child’s academic achievement. Build his selfcontrol by offering him chances to: • Take responsibility. Assign chores he can master, such as clearing the table. If he’s responsible for a routine, post a chart with the steps. • Practice patience. Make and enforce rules such as “Finish homework before watching TV.”

Source: S. Shellenbarger, “How to Keep a Resolution,” Wall Street Journal, niswc.com/new.

Source: N. Shute, “For Kids, Self-Control Factors Into Future Success,” NPR, niswc.com/control.

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How do I stop my child from comparing herself to sister? Q: I have two daughters. My older child is popular, a good student and a great athlete. My younger daughter is quiet. She has some learning challenges, so school is harder for her. She’s not athletic at all. She compares herself to her older sister and says, “I’m the failure in this family.” How can I help her realize that we love her just the way she is? A: Younger siblings often feel as though they’re running to catch up. But with your love and support, your child can find ways to grow into her own special self. Research shows that self-esteem is directly linked to school achievement, so it is important for her to carve out some areas where she can be successful. Success in one area truly does lead to success in another. To help her find her niche: • Look for activities that are different from her sister’s. What are your younger child’s interests? If her sister is a soccer star but she has two left feet, perhaps she could try another sport, such as swimming. Maybe she’d be happier playing violin or acting in the school play. • Point out the things she does well. Whether it’s her sense of style or her kindness to others, make it clear that you are as proud of her achievements as you are of her sister’s soccer goals.

Do you teach listening by example? Your child’s ability to listen well is critical for academic success. It will help him absorb and understand more, and that comprehension will help him communicate. Are you modeling listening skills for him? Answer yes or no: ___1. Do you try to give your child your undivided attention when he’s talking? If you’re busy, say, “I’d love to talk about this after dinner.” ___2. Are you patient when you listen? Let him make his point. ___3. D  o you avoid interrupting your child? Do you ask him not to interrupt you? ___4. Do you “listen” to what your child’s behavior is telling you about his needs? ___5. Do you avoid chiming in with the “right” answer?

Instead, let your child try to sort out what to do. How well are you doing? More yes answers mean you’re taking steps to raise a good listener. For each no, try that idea.

Many students reread the text when studying for a test. But research shows that taking practice tests may be more helpful. The process of recalling information over and over is a learning activity. Your child can: • Focus on quizzes in class. Quizzes do more than prove what’s been learned. They are chances to recall material. • Work with others. It’s helpful when kids quiz each other. • Make practice tests. Create questions from textbook section headings, vocabulary and review questions. Source: S. Sparks, “Research Finds Students Short on Study Savvy,” Edweek.org, niswc.com/recall.

Specific compliments are good discipline The best discipline strategies are positive, not harsh. Try to focus on what your child does right. Be specific when you compliment your child. “You started your homework without being reminded. Great job!” Your child will be more likely to repeat good behaviors if he understands what you expect.

Strive for a healthy weight More than one-third of all children in this country are considered overweight. In addition to increased health risks, overweight children also often have low self-esteem and become victims of bullying—and both negatively affect grades. All parents should: • Encourage children to get an hour of physical activity per day. • Promote healthy eating habits. Offer fruits and vegetables, not chips and candy. Source: “Childhood Obesity Facts,” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, niswc.com/obese.

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Read more

A family reading log is a good way to encourage your youngster—and the rest of the family—to read more. Each day, record the books, newspapers, or magazines you read. At the end of every month, let your youngster tally up the total. Keep going for the entire year to see how much your family can read in 2015!

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It may be cold outside, but classroom temperatures can vary. Have your child dress in layers, since he’ll concentrate better if he’s comfortable. He could wear a sweatshirt or a sweater over a T-shirt, for example, and add or remove layers as needed. New ways to discipline

If timeouts aren’t working anymore, consider adjusting your discipline plan. Some parents take away privileges when kids don’t follow the rules. For instance, maybe your youngster isn’t allowed to go to friends’ houses for a few days if she doesn’t do her chores, or she can’t use the computer tomorrow if she exceeds her time limit today. Worth quoting “I am always doing that which I cannot do, in order that I may learn how to do it.” Pablo Picasso

JUST FOR FUN Q: What should you do if you find a tiger in your bed? A: Sleep somewhere else!

Manage your time wisely Some children find it easy to get ready for school on time, turn in classwork when it’s due, and finish homework with time to spare. Others rush around and struggle to get everything done. Good timemanagement skills make the difference. Share these strategies with your child. Be realistic

Planning ahead will be easier if your youngster knows how long it takes him to finish homework or practice drums. Encourage him to estimate the time accurately by timing himself on each task for a week. Then, he’ll have a better idea of how long to expect for doing addition problems vs. studying spelling words, for instance. Say no to multitasking

Your child may think he can watch TV while he reads his social studies chapter, but chances are it’ll take him twice as long — and he’s likely to miss

important information. Suggest that he see for himself: Have him read one page with the TV on and one page with it off and then tell you about them. He’ll probably remember more when he isn’t watching TV. Break it down

Help your youngster divide projects into chunks and pencil in each step on a calendar (do research, write report, make poster). The same strategy can work for studying and tests. For instance, if he has 30 minutes for a three-part test, he should scan the sections and budget his time for each one.♥

Be a kid who cares Caring about others is a wonderful quality to have. Encourage your youngster to make it a habit with suggestions like these: ● If you come across a lost-pet flyer, let your child take a photo of it or write down the phone number. That way, she’ll be able to call the owner if she spots the missing pet. ● When a friend or neighbor is sick, ask your youngster to pitch in to help along with you. You might make and deliver a casserole together or babysit during a doctor appointment. Seeing how you care about others — and follow through— will set a good example for her.♥

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used, list the amounts, and blow bubbles. Which recipe makes the biggest, the stretchiest, or the longest-lasting bubbles?

What do blowing bubbles and jumping rope have to do with science? With these experiments, your youngster will find out. Make bubbles. Let your child create bubbles by mixing 3 cups water, –21 cup corn syrup, and 1 cup liquid dish soap. Then, have her experiment to see if she can make a better bubble recipe. She could try different amounts of the ingredients or add or substitute other items, such as sugar or glycerin (available at drugstores). For each attempt, she should measure the ingredients

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Family night— unplugged TVs, phones, radios —all of these require electricity. Your child may wonder how families had any fun in the old days! Give him a taste of history with this cozy evening “off the grid.” 1. Have your youngster turn off the lights, TV, and computers. Then, light candles (place them in a safe spot), and make animal “shadow puppets” on a wall. For instance, link your thumbs together and flap your fingers for a hawk. Can you guess each other’s animals? 2. No radio? No problem! Play musical

chairs or hot potato, and let your child sing “Pop Goes the Weasel.”

3. Play games using “low-tech” materials.

Examples: twigs for pick-up sticks, yarn and two types of beans for tic-tac-toe. Or juggle socks filled with rice and tied with string—who can juggle the longest?♥ O U R

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Jump rope. How does exercise affect your youngster’s heart rate? Help her take her pulse. (She should place two fingers on the inside of her wrist, count the beats in 10 seconds, and multiply by 6 for the beats per minute.) Next, she can jump rope for 1 minute and take her pulse again. What changes? Explain that exercise works out her heart— just like it works out other muscles. Idea: She might try the experiment with other family members to see what happens to their heart rates.♥

Q Handling underachievement & My son’s grades have started to slide. He A Q: has always done well in the past, so I don’t

understand what’s going on. What should I do? A: Start by talking to your son and to his teacher. Since he has done well until now, maybe he’s used to school being easy for him. As the work gets more challenging, he may discover he has to work harder or in new ways. And lower grades can be discouraging and cause him to stop trying. Also, make sure he’s not worried about somevision thing like changes at home or a bully at school. Learning disabilities and those. about doctor problems are possibilities, too, so ask his teacher and his son Once you get to the root of the problem, you’ll be able to work with your and his teacher toward a solution.♥

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Find the good

Recently, I overheard my daughter Rachel and a friend talking about classmates they find “annoying” or “gross.” Later, I asked Rachel about this. She shrugged and said she doesn’t have to be friends with everyone. I think she was surprised when I agreed with her. I told her I’m not friends with all of my coworkers, but I do try to get along with them.

I suggested that instead of gossiping about classmates, Rachel could find one thing she does like about each person. Maybe someone she wouldn’t invite over to play happens to make a great reading buddy in class. We’ve continued to talk about this, and I can see she’s making an effort. In fact, it looks like she has a lot in common with her lab partner— a girl she used to think was annoying.♥

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Leer más Un registro de lecturas familiares es una buena manera de animar a su hija—y al resto de la familia— a que lea más. Anoten cada día los libros, periódicos o revistas que lean. Al final de cada mes, que su hija sume el total. ¡Sigan leyendo todo el año para ver cuánto puede leer su familia en 2015! Tal vez haga frío ¿SABÍA USTED? fuera, pero la tempe-

ratura de las aulas puede variar. Dígale a su hijo que se vista por capas dado que se concentrará mejor si está cómodo. Podría llevar una sudadera o un suéter sobre una camiseta, por ejemplo, y añadir o quitar capas según lo necesite. Nuevos métodos de disciplina Si las separaciones breves ya no funcionan como castigo, piense en ajustar su plan de disciplina. Algunos padres retiran privilegios cuando los niños no obedecen las normas. Por ejemplo, si su hija no hace sus tareas no le permiten ir a casa de sus amigas durante unos cuantos días o le prohíben usar la computadora mañana si sobrepasa hoy su límite. Vale la pena citar “Siempre hago lo que no puedo hacer para aprender cómo hacerlo”. Pablo Picasso

Administrar bien el tiempo Para algunos niños es fácil prepararse a tiempo para el colegio, entregar el trabajo de clase cuando deben y terminar los deberes con tiempo de sobra. Otros van siempre con prisa y les cuesta trabajo terminar todo. Poseer la habilidad de administrar bien el tiempo puede suponer la diferencia entre ambos tipos. Comparta con su hijo estas estrategias. Ser realista Planear con tiempo será más fácil si su hijo sabe cuánto le llevará terminar los deberes o practicar el tambor. Anímelo a que calcule con precisión el tiempo midiendo lo que tarda en cada tarea durante una semana. Así tendrá una idea más clara de cuánto le llevará hacer problemas de suma comparado con estudiarse las palabras de su lista de ortografía, por ejemplo. No a la multitarea Puede que su hijo piense que puede ver TV mientras lee su capítulo de estudios sociales, pero lo más probable es que le lleve el doble y probablemente se le pase información importante. Sugiérale que lo

compruebe por sí mismo: Dígale que lea una página con la TV encendida y otra con la tele apagada y que luego le hable del capítulo. Probablemente recordará más cuando no está viendo TV. Divídanlo Ayude a su hijo a que divida los proyectos en porciones y que anote cada paso en un calendario (investigar, escribir el trabajo, hacer el cartel). La misma estrategia puede funcionar para estudiar y para preparar exámenes. Por ejemplo, si tiene 30 minutos para un test en tres partes, debería escanear las secciones y presupuestar tiempo para cada una.♥

Niños atentos SIMPLEMENTE CÓMICO P: ¿Qué harías si te encontraras un

tigre en tu cama? R: ¡Dormir en otro sitio!

Ser atentos con los demás es una cualidad maravillosa. Anime a su hija a que lo convierta en un hábito con sugerencias como éstas: ● Si encuentran una circular sobre un ani-

mal mascota que se ha perdido, que su hija le saque una foto o escriban el número de teléfono. Así podrá llamar al propietario si ve al animal perdido. ● Cuando un amigo o un vecino se pongan

enfermos, pídale a su hija que le eche a usted una mano para ayudarlos. Podrían hacer un guisado y llevarlo al enfermo o cuidar del bebé durante una cita médica. Ver que usted es atenta con otras personas —y constante—le dará buen ejemplo a su hija.♥ © 2014 Resources for Educators, a division of CCH Incorporated

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Jugar con la ciencia

ingredientes usados, hacer una lista de las cantidades y hacer una burbuja. ¿Qué receta hace las burbujas más grandes, las que más se estiran o las que duran más?

¿Qué tienen en común con la ciencia las burbujas y saltar a la cuerda? Su hija lo averiguará con estos experimentos. Hacer burbujas. Que su hija haga burbujas mezclando 3 tazas de agua, –12 taza de jarabe de maíz y 1 taza de detergente líquido para platos. A continuación pregúntele si ella puede hacer una receta mejor para burbujas. Podría probar con distintas cantidades de los ingredientes o añadir o sustituir con otros como azúcar o glicerina (se consigue en farmacias). Para cada intento debería medir los

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Noche de familia desconectada Televisiones, teléfonos, radios: todos estos aparatos requieren electricidad. Puede que su hijo se pregunte cómo se divertían las familias en otros tiempos. Dele un pedacito de historia con esta confortable noche “fuera del tendido eléctrico”. 1. Dígale a su hijo que apague las luces, la TV y los computadores. Luegan enciendan velas (colóquenlas en un lugar seguro) y hagan animales con “marionetas de sombras” en una pared. Por ejemplo, unan los pulgares y batan las alas para hacer un halcón. ¿Pueden adivinar los animales que hace cada uno de ustedes? 2. ¿No hay radio? ¡Eso no es problema! Jueguen a las sillas musicales o a la papa caliente y que su hijo cante una de sus canciones favoritas.

3. Jueguen a juegos usando materiales de

“baja tecnología”. Ejemplos: ramitas para el juego de los palitos y dos tipos de frijoles para las tres en raya. O bien hagan malabarismos con calcetines rellenos de arroz y atados con cuerda: ¿quién dura más?♥ N U E S T RA

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Saltar a la cuerda.

¿Cómo afecta el ejercicio el ritmo cardiaco de su hija? Ayúdela a tomarse el pulso. (Tiene que poner dos dedos en el interior de su muñeca, contar los latidos durante 10 segundos y multiplicar por 6 para conseguir los latidos por minuto.) A continuación puede saltar a la cuerda 1 minuto y tomarse otra vez el pulso. ¿Qué cambia? Explíquele que la actividad física ejercita el corazón igual que ejercita otros músculos. Idea: Podría hacer el experimento con otros miembros de su familia para ver qué le ocurre a sus ritmos cardiacos.♥

P Cómo hacer frente al bajo rendimiento & Las notas de mi hijo están empezando a R P:bajar. En el pasado siempre ha ido bien así

que no entiendo qué ocurre. ¿Qué debería hacer? R: En primer lugar hable con su hijo y su maestro. Como ha ido bien en los estudios hasta ahora, puede que esté acostumbrado a que la escuela le resulte fácil. Al complicarse el trabajo, tal vez descubra que tiene que trabajar más o de otra manera. Y las notas más bajas pueden desanimarlo y ser causa de que deje de esforzarse. Asegúrese también de que no está preocupado por algo como cambios en casa o un acosador en la otros posiescuela. Las discapacidades de aprendizaje y los problemas de visión son . médico su y maestro el con respecto al e consult que bles motivos, así su hijo y Una vez que llegue a la raíz del problema podrá buscar una solución con el maestro.♥

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Descubrir lo bueno

Hace poco oí a mi hija Rachel y a una amiga hablar de compañeras que eran “pesadas” o “desagradables”. Más tarde le pregunté a Rachel sobre esa conversación. Se encogió de hombros y dijo que no tiene que ser amiga de todo el mundo. Creo que se sorprendió cuando le di la razón. Le dije que yo no soy amiga de todos mis colegas, pero que trato de llevarme bien con ellos.

Le sugerí a Rachel que en lugar de chismosear sobre sus compañeros, procure encontrar una cosa que le guste de cada persona. Quizá alguien a quien ella no invitaría a jugar resulta ser una estupenda compañera de lectura en clase. Hemos seguido hablando de esto y puedo ver que está esforzándose. La verdad es que parece que tiene mucho en común con su compañera de laboratorio, una niña que antes le parecía pesada.♥

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HONORARY SERVICE AWARD* NOMINATION FORM FOR UNIT, COUNCIL AND DISTRICT PTAs Fern Avenue-Greenwood The Honorary Service Award Selection Committee requests that members of _______________________________ PTA/PTSA assist in the selection of deserving recipients for recognition at PTA/PTSA event or at a PTA meeting. Nominated individuals or organization who have made significant contributions to the well being of children, youth or families in this school and/or community can be considered for this award. Current members, officers and teachers may also be considered for this award. *Honorary Service Award Program includes the Honorary Service Award (HSA), Continuing Service Award (CSA), Golden Oak Service Award (California’s highest honor), Very Special Person Award (VSP) and Donations in name of individual or organization. (See Toolkit, Section 7.6.3 Honorary Service Award (HSA) Program)

HONORARY SERVICE AWARD PROGRAM – – – please print – – – Specify award category: q Honorary Service Award (HSA)

q Very Special Person Award (VSP)

q Continuing Service Award (CSA)

q Donations

q Golden Oak Service Award

Name of individual nominated: __________________________________________________________________ Title or position: ________________________________________________________________________________________

Name of organization nominated: ________________________________________________________________ Contact Person: ________________________________________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Telephone: (_____)___________________ E-mail: _____________________________________________________________

Reason for nomination: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Name of person submitting the nomination: ______________________________________________________ Telephone: (_____)___________________ E-mail: _____________________________________________ Date:___________

All nominations will be considered. The HSA Selection Committee will select the recipient.

Friday, January 30

15 Nomination DUE DATE for presentation: ____________________________________________________, 20____ child's teacher or at the front office PLEASE RETURN FORM TO: __________________________________________________________ PTA/PTSA ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Sept. 2005 California State PTA Toolkit – 2011

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FERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL (SSC) We have a SSC Parent Representative seat opening for this school year!

WHAT IS THE SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL? The SSC is a group of 5 parents and 5 staff members that meet to discuss and review school programs. Representatives are elected for two-year terms.

WHO CAN BE A SSC PARENT REPRESENTATIVE? Anyone who:  Is a parent of a student at Fern Elementary and is not an employee at this school.  Can commit to attending meetings, typically four times a year (after school 3:30-4:30 on a Monday afternoon).  Is interested in learning about school programs.  Is willing to work cooperatively with our parent members and staff members.

WHAT DO I DO TO BECOME A PARENT REPRSENTATIVE? Fill in and detach the section below. Return to the office by Friday, December 12th. Please contact Principal Mabry ([email protected]) if you have any questions.

--------------------------------------------------DETACH--------------------------------------------YES! I am interested in running for Fern Elementary School Site Council Parent Representative. I am a parent of a child at Fern for years 2014-2015 and 2015-2016 and am willing to commit to attending the SSC meetings. Printed Name_________________________________ Phone_____________________ Email_________________________________

Please return to the school office by Friday, December 12th.