newsletter october 2021
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ELEMENTARYEXPRESS
THE
Cattaraugus-Little Valley Elementary October 2021
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
1
4 5 6 7
8
Wear RED for Fire Prevention Week
11
NO SCHOOL
12
13 14 15
18 19 20 21 22
25 26 27 28 29
OCTOBER 2021
RED RIBBON WEEK mdashmdashmdashmdashmdashmdash-mdashmdashmdashmdashmdashmdashmdashmdashmdashmdash-gt
FIRE PREVENTION WEEKOctober 4-10 2021
Dear Parents amp Caregivers This year has presented a number of challenges for parents and caregivers This series was designed to provide a safe and supportive network for each of you Join other parents within the region to connect learn and support one another All sessions will follow a similar format and structure Sessions will be hosted monthly via zoom The beginning of the session (15 minutes) will allow for connection amp support The bulk of the session will be focused on education and new learning (40 minutes) Finally the closing of the session will be designated to sharing resources and QampA
On zoom at httpscaboces-orgzoomusj96299601336 Passcode PARENTEDU
October 26th 6-7pm SEL for Parents amp CaregiversParents and caregivers will explore the importance of SEL within their childrsquos education as well as in the home
November 30th 6-7pm Resilient FamiliesWe will learn about lsquoprotective factorsrsquo and how specific strategies can help to build resilience in your child(ren)
December 14th 6-7pm Practicing WellnessParents amp caregivers will connect with one another and learn simple steps that can improve physical mental amp emotional wellbeing
ldquoGiving people the tools to properly respond to alarms sounding ndash whether itrsquos an actual fire or simply time to change a battery ndash can make a life-saving differencerdquo said Carli
Key messages for ldquoLearn the Sounds of Fire Safetyrdquo include
When a smoke alarm or carbon monoxide (CO) alarm sounds respond immediately by exiting the home as quickly as possible
If your alarm begins to chirp it may mean that the batteries are running low and need to be replaced If the alarm continues to chirp after the batteries are replaced or the alarm is more than 10 years old it is time to replace the alarm
Test all smoke and CO alarms monthly Press the test button to make sure the alarm is working
If there is someone in your household who is deaf or hard of hearing install bed shaker and strobe light alarms that will alert that person to fire
Know the difference between the sound of a smoke alarm and a carbon monoxide alarm ndash three beeps for smoke alarms four beeps for carbon monoxide alarms
OCTOBER 29 2021 1pm
HALLOWEEN costume PARADEThis year we will have a Halloween Costume Parade on Friday October 29th 2021 at 1pm This event will be for students only so we will not be inviting visitors into the school as we have done in the past as per our health and safety plan We will be live streaming the event on our Facebook page and website
COSTUME EXPECTATIONS We encourage students to dress and participate in our annual Halloween Parade Please be advised that we do not allow Masks or anything that covers the face No weapons (fake guns knives swords etc) Nothing that makes fun of others or cultures No costumes that are meant to scare (ex scary clowns)
The Passion First Mindset teaches us that we are all unique expressions of human existence Itrsquos vital to find out what our individual strengths and talents are so that we might connect them with our goals and visions for the future In this mindset we work with students to understand their unique gifts their skills and strengths and how to share them with the world to the maximum extent possible Not only will they explore their interests but they will also begin to identify their core values and what they stand for The next step is helping them learn how to make their dreams into reality tapping into both the courage and perseverance needed to overcome any challenges they encounter in pursuit of the lives they desire
BIG IDEAS 1 Focus on Strengths ndash We all have things that we do well When we do what wersquore good at we perform
better and get better results which benefits both us and those around us 2 Explore Your Interests ndash We all have things we enjoy doing When we like doing something we do more
of it even in our free time 3 Take a Stand ndash It is equally important that what we choose to do is important to us It must matter
deeply because there will inevitably be challenges and this will allow us to persevere 4 Be Authentic ndash Great dreams must start within To do something extraordinary a dream must leverage
our strengths and interests it must align with who we are (our core values) and it must matter greatly to us The fulfillment of all great dreams involves a combination of performance and persistence
Top Dos for at Home 7 Mindsets Thinking Do recognize your childrsquos strengths and passions Often kids concentrate on their weaknesses and miss opportunities to feel proud of their accomplishments It is best to focus on the things they can do well Some children are more athletically-inclined some are detail oriented some are great communicators some are highly artistic recognizing these strengths in your child and praising them helps encourage them to continue Do spend time with your child discussing core values Children need to know what they stand for and whatrsquos important to them Some families establish family mottos dealing with respect for others and giving back to the community For example ldquoWhatever you can conceive and believe you can achieverdquo or ldquoBe a victor not a victimrdquo Having conversations about what is important helps your child discover who they are Do encourage students to dream big or have passion that you do not agree with or find interesting Each person has his or her own set of unique characteristics and skills Itrsquos important to recognize that there are no better or worse passions Being respectful of whatever dreams a child has is important for them to be happy and enjoy their unique gifts and talents Do fun things and understand that every moment is a teaching moment Take your children on a hike and you may learn how much they enjoy being outside Take them to a museum and see if they are interested in art These are opportunities to talk about pursuing their passions and talents in various areas
EVERYTHING is POSSIBLE Students and faculty shared their BIG DREAMS while learning about the 1st mindset - Everything IS Possible
Students were busy busy busy reading and practicing their math facts at home If 20 of the students participated in the September Challenge Mrs Frank agreed to go to a silly Monopoly Time Out We actually had 24 of our students participate this time Wow
The Monopoly Challengewill continue
This monthrsquos challengeIf 30 of the students participate Mrs Frank has agreed to be turned into a mummy with rolls of toilet paper
Keep working hard everyone Thank you for helping your children with this
If you have any questions about the program please contact Deb Havens at 716-257-3436 EXT 5859
Please send in SPARE CHANGE for games we are making to help the students learn to
identify coins and addsubtract amounts Thank you
Hap983589983566983582983541s983611 i983612hellip
giving
Hap983589983566983582983541s983611 i983612hellip
THE MONOPOLY cHALLENGE Thank you to all who participated in the
Monopoly Challenge in September Alayna GlowCalvin EmborskyEmma RutkowskiJackson GrossMaylee GreenPaislee GradlerAustin GrossJakxen SkinnerMallory SnyderKarah PangbornJames MarkhamNora RobleeAubree SkinnerLandon Wolfe-WidrigEvelyn AskeyAnna OBrienColt JonesRyley KentHunter FullerJack GoldenAmyah GreenJaedin Flaherty-FantaskeYuliana SantiagoAralynn ScottTrae JohnsonSherilyn DeGolierRex CrandallTrevor LaChausseGabby RoganCassadee LeekBruce Pilon x2Zoey RutkowskiSherilyn DeGolierRex CrandallTrevor LaChausseGabby RoganCassadee LeekBruce Pilon x2Zoey RutkowskiHarper GarthwaiteKena PfeifferGrant Otto
Hap983589983566983582983541s983611 i983612hellip
Madison SnyderJordan TerhuneAutumn WoodarekEaston MillerAbbie LanghenningElliott MerrillEllie GlowIzzy AskeyIsis AronsonAutumn McCoyAshlynn OrtelNatalie CastellanoMcKenna HeartAudree LambertonMaggie MarteAdalynn HowardAdisen SchwendermanCarsyn PetersKaylee SchoonmakerOwen MerrillAbbi HorningLyla SchoonmakerNatalie SnyderMorgan FosterAndrea WinshipHunter PfeifferAdele CanaleKalissa Hoag x2Eric OBrienAJ RoganKaedyn GenbergDahmanic ParsellSophia LachausseRoblee NeilKaydyn HarringtonBrooke HessMckenzie LeekAubriana HowardJoshua MarkhamCourtney HessAutumn Dalaba
Students throughout the school showcasing their DOT-inspired artwork Students and faculty wearing dots as a reminder of the importance of thinking EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE and THINKING CREATIVELY to help those dreams come true
Dear Parents amp Caregivers This year has presented a number of challenges for parents and caregivers This series was designed to provide a safe and supportive network for each of you Join other parents within the region to connect learn and support one another All sessions will follow a similar format and structure Sessions will be hosted monthly via zoom The beginning of the session (15 minutes) will allow for connection amp support The bulk of the session will be focused on education and new learning (40 minutes) Finally the closing of the session will be designated to sharing resources and QampA
On zoom at httpscaboces-orgzoomusj96299601336 Passcode PARENTEDU
October 26th 6-7pm SEL for Parents amp CaregiversParents and caregivers will explore the importance of SEL within their childrsquos education as well as in the home
November 30th 6-7pm Resilient FamiliesWe will learn about lsquoprotective factorsrsquo and how specific strategies can help to build resilience in your child(ren)
December 14th 6-7pm Practicing WellnessParents amp caregivers will connect with one another and learn simple steps that can improve physical mental amp emotional wellbeing
ldquoGiving people the tools to properly respond to alarms sounding ndash whether itrsquos an actual fire or simply time to change a battery ndash can make a life-saving differencerdquo said Carli
Key messages for ldquoLearn the Sounds of Fire Safetyrdquo include
When a smoke alarm or carbon monoxide (CO) alarm sounds respond immediately by exiting the home as quickly as possible
If your alarm begins to chirp it may mean that the batteries are running low and need to be replaced If the alarm continues to chirp after the batteries are replaced or the alarm is more than 10 years old it is time to replace the alarm
Test all smoke and CO alarms monthly Press the test button to make sure the alarm is working
If there is someone in your household who is deaf or hard of hearing install bed shaker and strobe light alarms that will alert that person to fire
Know the difference between the sound of a smoke alarm and a carbon monoxide alarm ndash three beeps for smoke alarms four beeps for carbon monoxide alarms
OCTOBER 29 2021 1pm
HALLOWEEN costume PARADEThis year we will have a Halloween Costume Parade on Friday October 29th 2021 at 1pm This event will be for students only so we will not be inviting visitors into the school as we have done in the past as per our health and safety plan We will be live streaming the event on our Facebook page and website
COSTUME EXPECTATIONS We encourage students to dress and participate in our annual Halloween Parade Please be advised that we do not allow Masks or anything that covers the face No weapons (fake guns knives swords etc) Nothing that makes fun of others or cultures No costumes that are meant to scare (ex scary clowns)
The Passion First Mindset teaches us that we are all unique expressions of human existence Itrsquos vital to find out what our individual strengths and talents are so that we might connect them with our goals and visions for the future In this mindset we work with students to understand their unique gifts their skills and strengths and how to share them with the world to the maximum extent possible Not only will they explore their interests but they will also begin to identify their core values and what they stand for The next step is helping them learn how to make their dreams into reality tapping into both the courage and perseverance needed to overcome any challenges they encounter in pursuit of the lives they desire
BIG IDEAS 1 Focus on Strengths ndash We all have things that we do well When we do what wersquore good at we perform
better and get better results which benefits both us and those around us 2 Explore Your Interests ndash We all have things we enjoy doing When we like doing something we do more
of it even in our free time 3 Take a Stand ndash It is equally important that what we choose to do is important to us It must matter
deeply because there will inevitably be challenges and this will allow us to persevere 4 Be Authentic ndash Great dreams must start within To do something extraordinary a dream must leverage
our strengths and interests it must align with who we are (our core values) and it must matter greatly to us The fulfillment of all great dreams involves a combination of performance and persistence
Top Dos for at Home 7 Mindsets Thinking Do recognize your childrsquos strengths and passions Often kids concentrate on their weaknesses and miss opportunities to feel proud of their accomplishments It is best to focus on the things they can do well Some children are more athletically-inclined some are detail oriented some are great communicators some are highly artistic recognizing these strengths in your child and praising them helps encourage them to continue Do spend time with your child discussing core values Children need to know what they stand for and whatrsquos important to them Some families establish family mottos dealing with respect for others and giving back to the community For example ldquoWhatever you can conceive and believe you can achieverdquo or ldquoBe a victor not a victimrdquo Having conversations about what is important helps your child discover who they are Do encourage students to dream big or have passion that you do not agree with or find interesting Each person has his or her own set of unique characteristics and skills Itrsquos important to recognize that there are no better or worse passions Being respectful of whatever dreams a child has is important for them to be happy and enjoy their unique gifts and talents Do fun things and understand that every moment is a teaching moment Take your children on a hike and you may learn how much they enjoy being outside Take them to a museum and see if they are interested in art These are opportunities to talk about pursuing their passions and talents in various areas
EVERYTHING is POSSIBLE Students and faculty shared their BIG DREAMS while learning about the 1st mindset - Everything IS Possible
Students were busy busy busy reading and practicing their math facts at home If 20 of the students participated in the September Challenge Mrs Frank agreed to go to a silly Monopoly Time Out We actually had 24 of our students participate this time Wow
The Monopoly Challengewill continue
This monthrsquos challengeIf 30 of the students participate Mrs Frank has agreed to be turned into a mummy with rolls of toilet paper
Keep working hard everyone Thank you for helping your children with this
If you have any questions about the program please contact Deb Havens at 716-257-3436 EXT 5859
Please send in SPARE CHANGE for games we are making to help the students learn to
identify coins and addsubtract amounts Thank you
Hap983589983566983582983541s983611 i983612hellip
giving
Hap983589983566983582983541s983611 i983612hellip
THE MONOPOLY cHALLENGE Thank you to all who participated in the
Monopoly Challenge in September Alayna GlowCalvin EmborskyEmma RutkowskiJackson GrossMaylee GreenPaislee GradlerAustin GrossJakxen SkinnerMallory SnyderKarah PangbornJames MarkhamNora RobleeAubree SkinnerLandon Wolfe-WidrigEvelyn AskeyAnna OBrienColt JonesRyley KentHunter FullerJack GoldenAmyah GreenJaedin Flaherty-FantaskeYuliana SantiagoAralynn ScottTrae JohnsonSherilyn DeGolierRex CrandallTrevor LaChausseGabby RoganCassadee LeekBruce Pilon x2Zoey RutkowskiSherilyn DeGolierRex CrandallTrevor LaChausseGabby RoganCassadee LeekBruce Pilon x2Zoey RutkowskiHarper GarthwaiteKena PfeifferGrant Otto
Hap983589983566983582983541s983611 i983612hellip
Madison SnyderJordan TerhuneAutumn WoodarekEaston MillerAbbie LanghenningElliott MerrillEllie GlowIzzy AskeyIsis AronsonAutumn McCoyAshlynn OrtelNatalie CastellanoMcKenna HeartAudree LambertonMaggie MarteAdalynn HowardAdisen SchwendermanCarsyn PetersKaylee SchoonmakerOwen MerrillAbbi HorningLyla SchoonmakerNatalie SnyderMorgan FosterAndrea WinshipHunter PfeifferAdele CanaleKalissa Hoag x2Eric OBrienAJ RoganKaedyn GenbergDahmanic ParsellSophia LachausseRoblee NeilKaydyn HarringtonBrooke HessMckenzie LeekAubriana HowardJoshua MarkhamCourtney HessAutumn Dalaba
Students throughout the school showcasing their DOT-inspired artwork Students and faculty wearing dots as a reminder of the importance of thinking EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE and THINKING CREATIVELY to help those dreams come true
The Passion First Mindset teaches us that we are all unique expressions of human existence Itrsquos vital to find out what our individual strengths and talents are so that we might connect them with our goals and visions for the future In this mindset we work with students to understand their unique gifts their skills and strengths and how to share them with the world to the maximum extent possible Not only will they explore their interests but they will also begin to identify their core values and what they stand for The next step is helping them learn how to make their dreams into reality tapping into both the courage and perseverance needed to overcome any challenges they encounter in pursuit of the lives they desire
BIG IDEAS 1 Focus on Strengths ndash We all have things that we do well When we do what wersquore good at we perform
better and get better results which benefits both us and those around us 2 Explore Your Interests ndash We all have things we enjoy doing When we like doing something we do more
of it even in our free time 3 Take a Stand ndash It is equally important that what we choose to do is important to us It must matter
deeply because there will inevitably be challenges and this will allow us to persevere 4 Be Authentic ndash Great dreams must start within To do something extraordinary a dream must leverage
our strengths and interests it must align with who we are (our core values) and it must matter greatly to us The fulfillment of all great dreams involves a combination of performance and persistence
Top Dos for at Home 7 Mindsets Thinking Do recognize your childrsquos strengths and passions Often kids concentrate on their weaknesses and miss opportunities to feel proud of their accomplishments It is best to focus on the things they can do well Some children are more athletically-inclined some are detail oriented some are great communicators some are highly artistic recognizing these strengths in your child and praising them helps encourage them to continue Do spend time with your child discussing core values Children need to know what they stand for and whatrsquos important to them Some families establish family mottos dealing with respect for others and giving back to the community For example ldquoWhatever you can conceive and believe you can achieverdquo or ldquoBe a victor not a victimrdquo Having conversations about what is important helps your child discover who they are Do encourage students to dream big or have passion that you do not agree with or find interesting Each person has his or her own set of unique characteristics and skills Itrsquos important to recognize that there are no better or worse passions Being respectful of whatever dreams a child has is important for them to be happy and enjoy their unique gifts and talents Do fun things and understand that every moment is a teaching moment Take your children on a hike and you may learn how much they enjoy being outside Take them to a museum and see if they are interested in art These are opportunities to talk about pursuing their passions and talents in various areas
EVERYTHING is POSSIBLE Students and faculty shared their BIG DREAMS while learning about the 1st mindset - Everything IS Possible
Students were busy busy busy reading and practicing their math facts at home If 20 of the students participated in the September Challenge Mrs Frank agreed to go to a silly Monopoly Time Out We actually had 24 of our students participate this time Wow
The Monopoly Challengewill continue
This monthrsquos challengeIf 30 of the students participate Mrs Frank has agreed to be turned into a mummy with rolls of toilet paper
Keep working hard everyone Thank you for helping your children with this
If you have any questions about the program please contact Deb Havens at 716-257-3436 EXT 5859
Please send in SPARE CHANGE for games we are making to help the students learn to
identify coins and addsubtract amounts Thank you
Hap983589983566983582983541s983611 i983612hellip
giving
Hap983589983566983582983541s983611 i983612hellip
THE MONOPOLY cHALLENGE Thank you to all who participated in the
Monopoly Challenge in September Alayna GlowCalvin EmborskyEmma RutkowskiJackson GrossMaylee GreenPaislee GradlerAustin GrossJakxen SkinnerMallory SnyderKarah PangbornJames MarkhamNora RobleeAubree SkinnerLandon Wolfe-WidrigEvelyn AskeyAnna OBrienColt JonesRyley KentHunter FullerJack GoldenAmyah GreenJaedin Flaherty-FantaskeYuliana SantiagoAralynn ScottTrae JohnsonSherilyn DeGolierRex CrandallTrevor LaChausseGabby RoganCassadee LeekBruce Pilon x2Zoey RutkowskiSherilyn DeGolierRex CrandallTrevor LaChausseGabby RoganCassadee LeekBruce Pilon x2Zoey RutkowskiHarper GarthwaiteKena PfeifferGrant Otto
Hap983589983566983582983541s983611 i983612hellip
Madison SnyderJordan TerhuneAutumn WoodarekEaston MillerAbbie LanghenningElliott MerrillEllie GlowIzzy AskeyIsis AronsonAutumn McCoyAshlynn OrtelNatalie CastellanoMcKenna HeartAudree LambertonMaggie MarteAdalynn HowardAdisen SchwendermanCarsyn PetersKaylee SchoonmakerOwen MerrillAbbi HorningLyla SchoonmakerNatalie SnyderMorgan FosterAndrea WinshipHunter PfeifferAdele CanaleKalissa Hoag x2Eric OBrienAJ RoganKaedyn GenbergDahmanic ParsellSophia LachausseRoblee NeilKaydyn HarringtonBrooke HessMckenzie LeekAubriana HowardJoshua MarkhamCourtney HessAutumn Dalaba
Students throughout the school showcasing their DOT-inspired artwork Students and faculty wearing dots as a reminder of the importance of thinking EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE and THINKING CREATIVELY to help those dreams come true
Students were busy busy busy reading and practicing their math facts at home If 20 of the students participated in the September Challenge Mrs Frank agreed to go to a silly Monopoly Time Out We actually had 24 of our students participate this time Wow
The Monopoly Challengewill continue
This monthrsquos challengeIf 30 of the students participate Mrs Frank has agreed to be turned into a mummy with rolls of toilet paper
Keep working hard everyone Thank you for helping your children with this
If you have any questions about the program please contact Deb Havens at 716-257-3436 EXT 5859
Please send in SPARE CHANGE for games we are making to help the students learn to
identify coins and addsubtract amounts Thank you
Hap983589983566983582983541s983611 i983612hellip
giving
Hap983589983566983582983541s983611 i983612hellip
THE MONOPOLY cHALLENGE Thank you to all who participated in the
Monopoly Challenge in September Alayna GlowCalvin EmborskyEmma RutkowskiJackson GrossMaylee GreenPaislee GradlerAustin GrossJakxen SkinnerMallory SnyderKarah PangbornJames MarkhamNora RobleeAubree SkinnerLandon Wolfe-WidrigEvelyn AskeyAnna OBrienColt JonesRyley KentHunter FullerJack GoldenAmyah GreenJaedin Flaherty-FantaskeYuliana SantiagoAralynn ScottTrae JohnsonSherilyn DeGolierRex CrandallTrevor LaChausseGabby RoganCassadee LeekBruce Pilon x2Zoey RutkowskiSherilyn DeGolierRex CrandallTrevor LaChausseGabby RoganCassadee LeekBruce Pilon x2Zoey RutkowskiHarper GarthwaiteKena PfeifferGrant Otto
Hap983589983566983582983541s983611 i983612hellip
Madison SnyderJordan TerhuneAutumn WoodarekEaston MillerAbbie LanghenningElliott MerrillEllie GlowIzzy AskeyIsis AronsonAutumn McCoyAshlynn OrtelNatalie CastellanoMcKenna HeartAudree LambertonMaggie MarteAdalynn HowardAdisen SchwendermanCarsyn PetersKaylee SchoonmakerOwen MerrillAbbi HorningLyla SchoonmakerNatalie SnyderMorgan FosterAndrea WinshipHunter PfeifferAdele CanaleKalissa Hoag x2Eric OBrienAJ RoganKaedyn GenbergDahmanic ParsellSophia LachausseRoblee NeilKaydyn HarringtonBrooke HessMckenzie LeekAubriana HowardJoshua MarkhamCourtney HessAutumn Dalaba
Students throughout the school showcasing their DOT-inspired artwork Students and faculty wearing dots as a reminder of the importance of thinking EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE and THINKING CREATIVELY to help those dreams come true
Students throughout the school showcasing their DOT-inspired artwork Students and faculty wearing dots as a reminder of the importance of thinking EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE and THINKING CREATIVELY to help those dreams come true
