Huntley Elementary School Newsletter

Huntley Happenings 12/04/2015

Happy Holidays to our Huntley Families!

It is hard to believe but we are already in December and just

around the corner is 2016. We have had a good November; we

had a great turn out at our Family Glow Walk. Thank you to

those family who came out to support this fun event. We also

celebrated American Education Week with a special event each

day from Nov. 16th – Nov. 20th. Our Student Council members

did a canned food drive with the food collected being donated

to the Salvation Army. We also had many clubs, activities and

other programs that took place before, during lunch and after-

school for the month of November. We appreciate our par-

ents, staff and volunteers for their contribution in helping to

provide a wide range of opportunities and experiences for our

students.

This year our staff have been focusing on creating a “soft land-

ing” for our students as they return to school each day by

providing positive first contacts with students, greeting them

as they come in, and making sure that our students have what

they need to have a successful day. We are also challenging

our students and staff to have a “growth mindset” and for indi-

viduals to believe that one can overcome and achieve some-

thing he/she set his or her mind to. We continue to be mindful

and incorporate “mindfulness” into our day with our PBIS

framework. We are paying attention to what is happening

here and now and positivity acknowledging students’ behaviors

and re-teaching behaviors when needed. This being said, 97%

of all our students have 0-1 office discipline referrals according

to our SWIS data. This means that the majority of our students

are doing what is expected of them and are doing and being

their BEST.

As we head into cold and flu season please be reminded of

some healthy choices and guidelines. Please keep your child

home if he/she is ill with a fever or vomiting. It is important

Mission Statement

The Huntley Community believes that all children can learn.

We are dedicated to providing a positive and challenging

Environment that inspires student success.

Huntley Office

832-6255

Huntley Attendance

832-6256

Visit us on the web at

http:www.aasd.k12.wi.us/huntley

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published 1st Friday of every month

that they get adequate rest to recover. It is also good to

remind your child about covering his/her mouth when

coughing or sneezing and to wash his/her hands well and

often. A lot of this sounds simple, but remembering to

do them can sometimes be difficult.

Don’t forget that we have our late start on Dec. 9th. Win-

ter break begins Dec. 23rd. School will resume again on

Jan. 4th, 2016.

Thank you for providing Huntley the opportunity to teach

your child. Enjoy the holidays!

Sincerely,

MaiKou Heu

Associate Principal

Friendly Reminders

Drop off Time

Please do not drop off your children before 8:10 am, unless they are in a before school program/

activity.

Our breakfast program does not begin until 7:50 am.

There is no supervision prior to these times.

Winter Gear and Winter Weather

Please have your children dress appropriate for the weather and have on all of their winter gear.

When the temperature is zero and above, or the wind chill is above -15 degrees, the students will be outside for recess. Please refer to our Appleton Area School District Homepage for school closing information due to extreme cold or other

reasons for school cancelation.

Technology/BYOD

In alignment to our Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) guidelines in the Appleton Area School District, any

two way communication devices brought on to school ground must be kept in the students’ backpacks

and on silence. It may be brought out of students’ backpack under teacher’s direction and supervision.

A Student Waiver agreement must be on file with teacher for students to use their own technology

devices.

Photos and Recordings are prohibited with any personal technology devices.

Watches with cameras are not allowed to be worn on school grounds.

Student Crossing

Safety at school is very important to us and as we strive to keep our students’ from harm’s way, we

need your help. Please help us ensure your child(ren)’s safety by being mindful of where you are

dropping your child off.

Please try to avoid having your child cross the street and, if they must cross, show them how to use the

crosswalks. There are many cars around school throughout the day and especially before and after

school. Thank you for your partnership in helping our students be safe.

HEALTH SERVICES * P.O. Box 2019, Appleton, WI 54911 * 920-997-1399 ext. 2106

When Your Child Has a Cold

All children get colds which are caused by a virus. The virus is spread from one person to another by coughing, sneezing, touching a person, or contact with a

contaminated surface.

Since cold symptoms vary and there is no one best medicine, the best management

is to relieve the symptoms:

FEVER: Acetaminophen, drinking extra fluids.

RUNNY NOSE: Antihistamines or decongestants may help but should be used

with caution, especially for young children.

STUFFY NOSE: Same advice as for runny nose. Nasal spray may help.

COUGH: This is a frustrating and difficult symptom to control. Over-the-

counter cough medicines and a cool mist vaporizer may provide some relief.

SORE THROAT: Most are caused by a virus, few by strep infection. Throat lozenges and sprays, a cool mist vaporizer, and drinking cool liquids will help

relieve the discomfort.

Colds usually last 7-10 days. CALL YOUR CHILD’S DOCTOR if your child

Has a cold lasting longer than 10 days.

Has severe pain in the face or forehead.

Has ear pain or drainage.

Has a fever above 102 degrees.

Has shortness of breath.

Has a cough or wheezing that won’t go away.

You may wish to consider keeping your child home if he/she is feeling too ill to

participate in their school day.

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2015-2016 School Year

Are you the parent of a child who will turn four on or before September 1, 2016? Please join us for a parent information

session to learn more about Appleton Community 4K!

Monday, December 14th, 6:30 - 7:30 PM

OR

Tuesday, December 15th 6:30 - 7:30 PM

Location:

Community Early Learning Center 313 S. State Street

REGISTRATION: Registration is required

RSVP online on the AASD website at: http://www1.aasd.k12.wi.us/schools/4K/Pages/registration.aspx or by calling: (920) 997-1399 Ext. 8030

Child care will not be offered at these parent sessions. Please

make other arrangements for your child(ren).

Appleton Area School District’s (AASD) elementary English Language Arts (ELA)

curriculum is based on Wisconsin’s state standards. To promote the application of

the standards, this month’s Literacy Corner will focus on strategies to grow your

child’s vocabulary through every day activities.

Growing Vocabulary

Reading is a lifelong skill that will enable children to read for fun, as part of a job, or to

gain knowledge. One way to giving your child a great start for reading and writing is to

promote the growth of their vocabulary through opportunities at home. Over time many

studies have shown that students who enter school with a strong vocabulary background

will have more success with academics.

Here are a few ideas on ways to increase vocabulary at home with your school age child(ren):

Involve your child in language rich, high level conversations. Remember to relate new words

to words they may already know to help them create an understanding of the word’s mean-

ing.

Ask your children to tell you stories and ask questions to encourage their use of new words.

For example, if they say, “it was very cold,” you can ask, “was it in the artic?” This allows

children to hear new words and begin to integrate them into their own speaking vocabulary.

Talk out loud to your young children about every day routines using specific language. “Now

I am going to put on my shoes. First my left shoe, now my right shoe.” Or “Now that we put

the dough on the cookie sheet, let’s put the cookies in the oven.”

Play games that encourage the use of words and new vocabulary. Board games, such as

Scrabble and Bananagrams are great for older children. Utilize the power of your phones

and tablets by downloading educational apps that allow children to play with words.

Reading books that introduce new words will also help build vocabulary. Choose books that

are of high interest and contain some (not too many) new vocabulary words. Remember to

read non-fiction books as well as story books, and point out the new words as you read and

discuss.

Music Room News

Congratulations to Huntley First, Second, and Third Graders

Huntley students in the First, Second and Third grades gave a beautiful concert on Thursday, November 19.

Thank you Huntley families for coming to hear your children sing! The Third Graders gave a World Premiere of

the piece “Kasl^’hta?” by composer/soprano Ms. Jennifer Stevens. Lawrence University Professor Brigetta

Miller accompanied on flute. Many thanks to Ms. Lisa Hurst, AASD Indian Education Program Coordinator and

Goodwill American Indian services representative for helping to fund and organize the program.

Kindergarten Concert to take place in January

Our Kindergarteners will give a concert on Friday, January 15, 2016 at 2:45 in the Huntley Auditorium. The

program will feature highlights of the Kindergarten music classroom.

AWAKE Choral Festival

Rehearsals have begun for students participating in the AWAKE Choral Festival. Students will continue to work

during lunch and recess through December and January and will present a concert at Silver Lake College on

Saturday, February 6. This is the fourth year Huntley students have participated in the Choral Festival.

Special Thanks

Thank you to our Lawrence University Student Teacher, Becca Shuman, for her fine work with our students.

Ms. Shuman has been a wonderful addition to our classroom. Best of luck to you!

Upcoming Concert Dates 2015-16 : DATE TIME GROUP LOCATION

15 January 2016 (Friday)

2:45 -3:16 p.m K Concert Huntley Auditorium

11 February 2016 (Thursday)

4:30-6:30 p.m. Cultural Connections Huntley MPR

1 March 2016 (Tuesday)

6:00-7:30 p.m. 4, 5, 6 Concert Huntley MPR

14 April 2016 (Thursday)

6:00-7:00 p.m. Strings & Band Huntley MPR

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1 2 3 Fuel

4 5

Fuel Up to Play 60 Meeting 11:15

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17

Talen

18 19

Talent Show

9:00AM and 6:00PM

20 21

22

Intramurals

23 24 25 26

Intramurals Pancake Breakfast

7:30

Recess Buddies Pizza Party 11:15

27 28 29 30 31

At Home Exercise Rules

1. Record the number of minutes of exercise you do outside of the school day that makes your heart beat fast and

that gets you hot and sweaty.

2. For every 15 minutes you exercise, Mrs. R. will give you 1 punch on your walk/run punch card at school.

3. Please send all completed logs to Mrs. Rushkofske

4. Each punch card has 17 punches on it which equals 5 Miles.

5. For every 5 cards you hand in you can earn a prize.

6. When a student reaches a 100-mile marker, they will receive a medal and can pick a prize.

7. Any student who reaches 200 miles will receive a Gold Shoe Trophy at the end of the school year.

8. You will get 10 punches on your walk/run card for any community fun run you participate in Name:__________________________________ Total Number of minutes:___________________________ Parent Signature:_________________________ Teacher:____________________________________

December 1, 2015

Mrs. Rushkofske RUSHKOFSKEJILL@aasd.k12.wi.us 997-1399 x3823

Mrs. Kaphingst KAPHINGSTMARGE@aasd.k12.wi.us 997-1399x3860

What’s going on in Physical Education class? This month in Physical Education we will be learning about Nutrition. Students will learn about the food groups, healthy foods to eat, hydration, benefits of exercise, and risk factors associated with not eating healthy and not exercising. Please encourage your child to make healthy choices at home and while dining out.

Notes and Reminders:

Thank you Recess Buddies for all your hard work teaching organized games at recess and demonstrating your leadership skills. We will have a celebration lunch on Monday Dec. 21st.

There will be NO Intramurals Dec. 14-18 due to Talent Show set up and preparation. We will resume the following week. We will be having a pancake breakfast for member on Monday Dec. 21 at 7:30. Mrs. R and Mrs. Riehle will be making the pancakes. Students are asked to bring something to compliment the meal---fruit, juice, napkins, plates, etc. Watch for a note to come home soon.

Medical Excuses If your child needs to be out of Physical Education class for more than 2 days for any medical reason, please send a doctor’s note. If your child is going to be out for a long length of time-- for let’s say a broken leg-- please ask the doctor what your child can do. (Ex. Dribble a ball from a chair, etc.) It’s hard for kids to sit and watch their peers having fun working on their skills. Most of our activities can be adapted so they are able to safely participate in class.

Fuel Up to Play 60 –

Poster Contest- Hailey Smith was the winner of the FUTP60 Poster Contest. She won a life-sized Morgan Burnett stand-up.

Parents, students and family members are encouraged to join the Fuel Up to Play 60 Huntley team at fueluptoplay60.com. Click on “Join Us” if you are new or just “log in”. There will be plenty of opportunities to learn more about wellness by participating in some fun physical activities and nutrition plays. Students can earn some cool prizes for themselves or for our school. Check it out!

Touchdown Tuesday Recess was a huge success. FUTP60 members and staff ran football stations at recess to get kids active while supporting the Green Bay Packers.

The FUTP60 team will be ringing the bells for the Salvation Army on Dec. 21 from 4-6 at Shopko on Northland Avenue. Thank you to the FUTP60 team for helping to make a difference in the community!

Spotlight on

Holiday Giving Tree!

Please look in the front office for the Holiday Giving Tree! If you are looking to purchase a holiday gift for your child’s teacher and classroom, please take a look at the tree. Teachers and staff have been asked to put their wishes on the tree.

Our next PTO meeting is

January 19, 2016 at 6:00 p.m.

in the Library.

We are looking for parents to serve on several committees including the yearbook committee. Please email hmwidi@gmail.com if you are interested.

If you have questions contact

Heidi at hmwidi@gmail.com

Mark Your Calendars!

December 9, 2015 Late Start

December 17, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. Talent Show Performance

December 23, 2015 through

January 1, 2016 Winter Break – No School

January 4, 2016 School Resumes

Registration on this date only

Tuesday, December 8 - 8:00am - 4:00pm 1200 W. Kimberly Ave., Kimberly (Connected to Fox Valley Christian Fellowship Church)

To verify qualifications you must bring: 1. Picture identification (drivers license, etc.) 3. Social Security numbers for all family members

2. Proof of income (most recent check stubs) 4. Proof of residency (electric/phone bill, lease, etc.)* * Must reside in Appleton, Neenah, Menasha, Little Chute, Kimberly, Kaukauna, Combined Locks, Greenville, Grand Chute, Larsen or Darboy

Questions Call – 734-3324 or 955-1399

Muaj sau npe raws lub sijhawm hauv no xwb:

Tuesday, December 8 - 8:00am - 4:00pm 1200 W. Kimberly Ave., Kimberly (Txuas mus rau Fox Valley Christian Fellowship Koom Txoos)

Koj yuav tsum nqa cov ntawb ntawv no tuaj nrog koj: 1. Ntawb ntawv uas muaj koj lub npe thiab daim duab xws li diam ntawv tsav tsheb

2. Ntawv qhia nyiaj txiag (cov tw tshev uas nyuam qhuav tau txais)

3. Social Security naj npawb rau tag nrho cov tsev neeg

4. Ntawb ntawv qhia chaw nyob (nqi hluav taws xob, nqi xovtooj thiab nqi xauj tsev)*

* Yuav tsum nyob hauv Appleton, Neenah, Menasha, Little Chute, Kimberly, Kaukauna, Combined Locks, Greenville, Grand Chute,

Larsen los yog Darboy

Muaj lus nug, hu rau – 734-3324 los yog 955-1399

Registracion sera solamente en este dia

8 de Diciembre (Martes) de las 8 hasta las 4 de la tarde 1200 W. Kimberly Ave., Kimberly (Conectado a Fox Valley Christian Fellowship Church)

Para verificar si califican, por favor traigan lo siguiente:

1. Identificación con foto

2. Prueba de ingresos - talón de cheque más reciente

3. Los números de Seguro Social de todos los miembros de la familia

4. Prueba de residencia (cuenta de teléfono, luz, gas, contrato de renta)*

* Tiene que vivir en la ciudad de Appleton, Neenah, Menasha, Little Chute, Kimberly, Kaukauna, Combined Locks, Greenville,

Grand Chute, Larsen o Darboy

Tienen Preguntas? Llamen 734-3324 o 955-1399

www.safoxcities.org

The Salvation Army 2015 Christmas Sign-up

for

Food and Toys (The Salvation Army Program)

Christmas Sau npe rau Khoom Noj thiab Khoom Ua si

Inscripcion para Ayuda Navidena (Comida y Juguetes)

1200 W. Kimberly Ave., Kimberly

Would you like to Help

TO HELP EVERY CHILD RECEIVE A

GIFT ON CHRISTMAS

PLEASE DONATE

A NEW, UNWRAPPED GIFT FOR

AGES 6 MONTHS TO 17 YEARS OLD

4TH ANNUAL TOY GIVEAWAY

DECEMBER 24, 2015, 9:00 A.M.

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