Bulldog Bulletin

OCTOBER NEWSLETTER

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER

What a great start to the school year! We appreciate all you do to help our students be “school-ready”... including getting plenty of sleep, arriving at school on time, being prepared with all necessary materials, and encouraging engagement, cooperation, and effort in the classroom. We also welcome families to communicate often with teachers and school personnel. We recognize that it takes us all working together and supporting each other in order to provide the best school experience for our precious students. We love our RES Families! Please let me know if I can be of assistance to you at any point this school year! vwhite@campbell.k12.va.us 

Research shows that good school attendance has a positive impact on children’s academic success. Let’s work hard this year to keep absences at a minimum! Please be mindful of the number of late arrivals and early dismissals your child accrues, as well… every minute counts!

How do I report my students' absence? What is the school's attendance policy?         

·       For any absence, please Dojo or email your child’s teacher. This must be communicated within 48 hours to excuse an absence. If your student has an appointment, please send in the note from the physician's office. Any attendance questions or concerns please contact Robin Elliott. 434-332-5215 or relliott@campbell.k12.va.us 

·       After 3 unexcused absences, a letter will be sent home, requesting notes to be sent to school, explaining the reason for any future absences.

·       After 5 unexcused absences, a letter will be sent home, requesting a parent conference.  A conference form will be completed and kept on file.

·       After 10 total absences, excused and/or unexcused, a doctor’s note will be required for any additional absences.

Character Strong - This school year, RES will continue to use our Character Strong curriculum. This program is designed to teach social skills, conflict resolution, executive functioning, and emotional regulation. Each month we will have a different school-wide character theme that will be included in the Bulldog Bulletin. There will be a strong emphasis on getting back to the basics of Kindness and Empathy. September’s Character Strong Theme is Responsibility!

Responsibility is taking action and understanding the impact of our choices.

Please help spread the word by talking with your child about what it means to be responsible at home, at school, and in the community.

Food Bags - We are once again partnering with Food For Thought to provide weekend food bags to families. Please feel free to contact me if your family is in need or are interested in being involved in the program or have any questions at lisa.lowes@campbell.k12.va.us   

 I look forward to a wonderful school year here at RES! Please don’t hesitate to reach out if I can be of assistance to your child or your family.  

Hello RES Bulldog Nation!

I am excited to be entering my 6th year at RES and 31st year with CCPS! As the school psychologist for RES, I am dedicated to supporting the academic achievement, positive behavior, and social-emotional wellness of our students. Student success is a team effort. We all have to do our part. Below are a few pointers to help your child SOAR this year like a grand slam!

S – Sleep; Make sure your child gets an adequate amount of sleep each night. It is recommended that elementary age children get 9-12 hours a night.

O – Office, Provide a quiet “office” space for your child to complete homework, away from distractions.

A – Attendance; Consistent attendance is crucial for academic success.

R – Routine; Children thrive on structure and routine. Try to have a set schedule in the evening for free time, dinner, homework, and bedtime.

Together, we can make this a great year of learning, bonding, and growing! It’s time to SOAR!