This month has sure flown by! As a class, we have been studying artic animals, winter poems, and holiday songs. This is typically the time of year that the young students (first year) really come into their own. They are making appropriate work choices, enjoying developing friendships, and finding joy in their work.
How to help your child develop needed independence
Learning how to step back as a parent is so hard! (And at times heart wrenching!) This style of learning environment expects high levels of independence from the child in order to be successful. I have a short list of tips to help your child along.
- Please refrain from physically carrying your child at school. Carrying your child can indirectly send the message that they are not as grown and capable as they actually are.
- Hand feeding your child in the cafeteria also can send the same message.
- Let your child dress themselves and pick their outfit.
- Allow the child to do as much of their personal grooming as they are able (combing hair, brushing teeth, washing their body in the bath).
- Encourage your child to be responsible for their school bag.
- Help your young one to get in the habit of picking-up after themselves (on their own).
- Last but not least! Count to 10 before jumping-in to assist your child when they are struggling with a challenging task...chances are, they may figure it out!
The Greatest Love: Separation and Letting Go
Happy Holidays!
Calendar
12/17 Kindergarten Concert
12/20 Ms. Meg's Kiddo Celebration
12/23-1/7 Holiday Break
1/8 Site Council/PTA Make a New Year's resolution to start attending please!
1/29-1/31 Parent Teacher Conferences
2/12 Parent Education Night (Mandatory)
