During the month of January, our students will be focusing on Respect. Students will read books in their classrooms that are based on this theme, and then, they will do activities related to the theme of respect. Conversations are likely to vary from classroom to classroom, because there are just so many ways of demonstrating respect!
Here are some ways you can talk to your kids about respect:
The following are the lessons/topics we will be covering in October:
Kindergarten – In kindergarten, we are talking about whole body listening. We watch a video and do an activity to help us practice our whole body listening. We can be good whole body listeners by 1) looking at the speaker 2) keeping our lips zipped when someone is talking 3)sitting still while listening so we can focus 1st Grade – In 1st grade, we are talking about conflict resolution. One important aspect of conflict resolution is talking to the person you are in conflict with. First graders will read the story A Bug and a Wish in which they learn to tell someone: "It bugs me when you.... I wish you would...." 2nd Grade – In 2nd grade, we will be learning about upstanders, people who stand up and help when they see bullying happen. We will be practicing some things that you can say to the target or the bully. 3rd Grade – In 3rd grade, we will be discussing conflict resolution strategies. We will be focusing specifically on identifying the size of our problem and thinking about possible solutions to those problems. 4th Grade – This month, 4th graders will be expanding their knowledge of upstanders and how they can be upstanders. 5th Grade - In 5th grade, students will be working on a virtual escape room to solve puzzles that focus on conflict resolution strategies. During the Month of December, our Character Counts program will be focusing on Empathy. During lessons, students will discuss the definition of empathy and how they can show empathy. Often, when we think of empathy, we think of “walking in someone else’s shoes.”
Here are some ways you can talk to your kids about empathy:
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1. 1. Use Checklists: Checklists can be used for homework assignments, tests, activities, even chores. They can be made on a daily planner, calendar, or on an iPad app. Crossing off items also gives students a sense of accomplishment.
2. 3. 2. Set up a Study Space: Students should have an organized, quiet, and efficient place for studying and virtual classes. This could be a desk or kitchen table. 4. 5. 3. Weekly Book Bag Clean-Out: Students should be dumping their book bags and cleaning it out once a week. Sunday nights are a great time to accomplish this task. Throw away anything that isn't needed, and make sure all loose papers are in the correct folders. Having a clean book bag can help students locate papers and stay organized throughout the week. 6. 7. 4. Prepare for the Day Ahead: Each night families should review and make sure everything is completed and ready for the next day. Books and materials should be in the book bag. Devices should be charged for the next day. Take a mental walk through of the next day and make sure everything is ready. It also helps to lay out clothes the night before to make the morning time run smoothly. 8. 9. 5. Establish Daily Routines: Have a set time for studying, chores, family dinners, play time, etc. Try to keep the same routine every night, if possible. Build in time for study breaks, as needed. Having a daily routine will keep students organized and make them less likely to procrastinate. 6. Establish a Reasonable Bed Time: Make sure all devices and electronics are turned off and put away before heading to bed. Also, having a set bed time each night will help with the structure needed to develop a daily time schedule.
Hello, QE Family! As of October 5th, I am back in the office, full-time. I have loved working with our learners and their families, again. Please do not hesitate to contact me if there are ways that I can support your learner!
Welcome back! Everyone at QE is so excited to start the new year. Whether you are attending in-person or virtually, we know that this year will have some challenges, but it is up to us to make it great!
Something exciting that happened for me, at the end of last school year, was having my daughter. I've decided to spend a little more time with her, at home. Because of this, I won't see you until October, but trust me, I can't wait to see you! If you have a concern that needs to be addressed by a school counselor before October 5th, contact the QE office at 717-786-2546. As you may already know, a lot of organization are offering courses and other resources for free to support families as they go through this strange and for many, difficult, time. Many parents are encountering behaviors from their children that they haven't seen before, and that can be expected, since none of us have ever been through something like this before.
Here are some organizations that are offering some free help, during this time: Love and Logic - A free (normally $99), parenting course that covers topics including arguments, defiance, bedtime battles, setting kids up for success, and coping with anger and frustration. Child Mind Institute - Offering links and articles that cover many topics including Coping with Coronavirus Crisis, Autism and the Coronavirus, Managing Anxiety, Discipline and Behavior, and Dealing with Loss. |
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