This week we are working on understanding social expectations around sharing thoughts and feelings in group settings. It is not possible for all thoughts to be heard in every group situation. It is expected that we are mindful and fair and take turns sharing. It is expected that we keep some thoughts inside our head. It is expected that we filter our thoughts and make thoughtful decisions before we share our thinking. It is expected to be mindful and speak when speaking moments occur and think when thinking moment occur. If you are expected to be listening to others then you should keep your thoughts inside your head. We came up with a visual symbol to help our students remember when we should be thinking and when we should be talking. Speech bubble indicates talking time and a thought bubble indicates that you should NOT share your thinking.
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Today we learned about the hippocampus. Ask your child if they remember why it is called the hippocampus! We made connections on how the hippocampus can soothe the amygdala and stop an amygdala highjack. We looked at how closely the two parts are within the brain. We discussed how important it is to get oxygen into the brain before trying to solve any problem or conflict. Breathe Breathe Breathe... I am having a delightful time with the lovely bunch of ladies in my POWer hour. We start off each session with a circle to discuss the pressures and wonders of being a girl in 2016. We are learning strategies to help when we feel anxious, frustrated or upset with peers, teachers, coaches, awkward situations or even family members. Last week we decorated mirrors with glitter and glue to remind us of happy thoughts and positive virtues. Now we are learning how to use these mirrors to build self esteem. Today we learned more about our brain. We focussed on our "security guard", AKA the AMYGDALA! We chose a figure to represent our amygdala and stuck it in our brain to help us remember the value of the amygdala and how we can keep it calm and steady. (Breathe, think positive thoughts, replace "I can't with I can't yet but I will soon", tighten and relax your muscles, or go to Room 10 for a tool or time to calm). When you walk by Room 10, check out our security guards!
Kids enjoy the fun lunch program. Go to Healthyhunger.ca website to order lunches for every other Wednesday (12/26 this month). If you do not want your child in this program please explain it to them, so on fun lunch days they are not disappointed or surprised.
The milk program is beginning this week. If you did not get an email or form about this please contact the office as soon as possible. (403 777 6880) No school this Friday due to interviews! Field Trip to Fort Calgary on October 26. Room 10 is going so please watch for the forms. Tomorrow we have our first POWER hour. The students are really excited! It is beautiful crisp fall morning. Please make sure your child comes to school with layers each day as the weather changes dramatically. The October calendar went home last week (bright orange) if you did not get it just email me and I will slip one in the backpack.
Home Reading- I encourage you to read one book to your child each night and have them read one just right book to you. I am happy to supply both types of books as frequently as you need. Just email me at [email protected]. Interviews happen this week on Thursday evening and Friday morning. Unfortunately I will be away for a medical treatment both days. This is a great opportunity for you to chat with your integration classrooms. I will meet with you at your convenience the following week to address any further concerns and to explore the IPP in greater detail. You are welcome to sign off on the IPP and BSP with the classroom teacher. You are also welcome to wait and sign off with me next week. Sorry for any inconvenience. |
AuthorI am Lauren Purkiss, teacher at Prince of Wales School. I work out of Room 10 as Lead teacher for the Bridges Program as well as a Learning Leader for the school population. I have three children of my own, two boys ages 24 and 21, as well as my daughter, 16. My passion is to support our reluctant learners and their families. My door is always open. Come for a visit anytime. Archives
June 2018
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