FROM THE DESK OF THE ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL………………
Greetings to all!
I hope everyone is getting ready for the warm weather to return. (Do we really remember how that is??) During this time of year, we begin to think about the end of the school year and the beginning of the next year. We have had a busy month in March and another upcoming month of super learning!
Some important dates to mark on your calendar for the month of April are . . .
Monday, April 1 VOTING DAY!
Thursday, April 3 3rd and 4th grade Weather Day at Miller Park
Thursday, April 10 Market Day
Friday, April 11 4th Grade Wax Museum
Monday, April 14th Make-up weather day
Tuesday, April 15- Sunday, April 20th Spring Break
Thursday, April 24 Jump Rope for Heart Assembly 1:30PM
Tuesday, April 29 STEP assembly 9:30 (Re-scheduled from March)
Friends of our School had a basket raffle - and the profits were over $1200! Thank You families and parents for all of your support!
The baskets were all donated by the teachers, staff and community members - the students in each class chose the theme for their classroom basket and put together their basket with donations from students, parents and staff!!!
All of the baskets were Awesome and all very popular! The evening was a huge success!
Thank you to Mr. Probst and Mrs. Hoffman for organizing and putting this event together. Thank you to all staff and volunteers who worked the event!
Kindest Regards,
Friends of Our School
AFRICAN FESTIVAL 
On March 21st, the 3rd grade classes hosted the annual African Festival. The children presented their PowerPoint presentations, reports and research to family and friends. Under the direction of Mrs. Edington and Mrs. Braunschweig, they performed some African songs and displayed artwork. To culminate the activities, families contributed African dishes which were shared and enjoyed by all. Some new and exciting dishes and tastes! Thanks to all of the students and families for the great activity!
LOVE AND LOGIC INFORMATION
George Washington may have said, "I cannot tell a lie. I chopped down the cherry tree," but I'm not sure about that. Humans have an inborn tendency to lie to protect themselves. We’ve all done it. When our brain senses any form of threat, it switches off good thinking and goes into defensive mode. Kids are no different.
So, how do we get kids to lie? It’s easy. Just ask them questions such as:- Did you brush your teeth?
- Did you talk back to your teacher?
- Did you use my tools without permission?
- Did you hit your little brother?
Wise parents abandon the fantasy that their kids never tell lies. They don't tempt their kids to lie by asking these kinds of questions if they already know the answer. Instead, they say, "You talked back to your teacher today and I'm going to have to do something about that."
Ironically, most kids will still try to protect themselves with a lie: "But I didn't do that."
"We're not talking about that. We're talking about the fact that I'm going to do something about that."
"But I didn't."
"So what are we talking about?"
Notice that this wise parent is not giving the time of day to the kid's attempts to lie. If this child continues to argue, the parent might use the Energy Drain technique.
"This arguing could cause me an energy drain. Are you sure it's worth it to you? Thanks, pal. See you later."
This situation is one in which the parent was certain about the kid's behavior. Next week I’ll have an answer for a situation where you don’t know if your child misbehaved or not.
Listening to our audio, Love and Logic Magic When Kids Drain Your Energy will give you plenty of ideas for providing effective consequences when you're dealing with kids who lie to you.
Thanks for reading! Our goal is to help as many families as possible. If this is a benefit, forward it to a friend.
Jim Fay
BOOT CAMP
For the last year, Xcel Sports Training has been offering a fitness boot camp at Johnson Creek Schools. Xcel first started offering boot camps at Jefferson High School over two year ago. The boot camp in Johnson Creek is taught by our physical education teacher, Trent Probst.
If you are looking to have fun, get in shape, develop connections in the community, and receive nutritional counseling this is an excellent place to find them!
Here are some of the questions that have been asked about the camp:
Q: Who is the boot camp for?
A: ANYONE! There are people of all age ranges (15-65) and ability levels (people who work out regularly and people who are trying to get into a good fitness habit).
Q: What days and time will the boot camp be held?
A: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday mornings from 5:25 to 6:15 A.M. We will possibly adjust the times based on need/demand for people.
Q: Where will it be held?
A: In the Johnson Creek High School gym. However, if a school function needs to be held in the gym (ex: practice) we will move to the elementary gym. We also will do activities outside once the weather warms up.
Q: What is the cost for the boot camp?
A: $55 for the entire month of April.
Q: What if I can’t commit to every session in the entire month or can only make it for certain days?
A: That is fine, you can pay $5 per class as you attend them.
Q: What equipment will I need to bring?
A: A water bottle and a towel are encouraged. All other equipment will be provided to use. However, if you have resistance bands or a yoga/workout mat you can bring those.
Q: Are there locker room facilities available?
A: Yes, if needed we have locker rooms available with showers if needed.
Q: Where can I register?
A: You can complete the attached form and waiver returning it to me OR you can register online at www.xcel.net
If you have any questions about the Xcel Boot Camp or would like to sign up, please contact
Mr. Trent Probst
probstt@johnsoncreekschools.org
The tornado is the most violent of storms. Winds can be as high as 300 miles per hour and forward speeds as high as 40 miles per hour.
March, April, May, and June are the most likely months for tornados to develop. May is usually the worst month. About 80 percent of tornados strike between noon and midnight, with 20 percent occurring during the two-hour span from 4 to 6 p.m.
The first storms are usually reported during March in Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, and Louisiana. Though tornados don’t follow anyone’s rules, statistics show that they then move to Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, Michigan, and Illinois during April and May. Generally, the front moves to Nebraska, the Dakotas, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Indiana, and farther east in May and June.
When the National Weather Service issues a tornado warning, it means a funnel cloud has been sighted. Wherever you are at the time, put your emergency action plan into motion. Designate someone to watch for the funnel cloud. If one is sighted, get to your emergency place.
Above ground, a steel-frame or reinforced-concrete building can provide shelter. At home, go to the basement and get under a sturdy table. If there is no basement, stay in a central hall on the lowest floor, or in a closet or bathroom. In an office or factory, go to an interior hallway on the lowest floor or to a designated shelter area. Stay away from windows. Never stay in a car or mobile home.
If you are outdoors where there is no shelter, or if you have left your car or mobile home, get to a low spot such as a ditch or ravine. Lie down there.
Remember that more than one tornado may be in the same area. Stay where you are until you know the weather has cleared.
Some Facts About Accidental Poisonings
Accidental poisonings can happen regardless of a person’s age. You don’t have to be a small child. Here are some facts about accidental poisonings and some guidelines to avoid them.
Ages 1 to 6 years. Members of this group are most often poisoned while they are exploring. When they check out the world around them, they shake, spill, taste, and wipe their hands on things. This group has the highest fatality rate because its members are more likely to ingest a poisonous substance and their organs are still small and developing, and therefore less able to handle toxic overload.
Ages 5 to 10 years. Children in this group want to be helpers. Most are poisoned with household cleaning products. Many of these poisonings are never reported because caretakers are embarrassed and exposure is usually not severe. However, there can be delayed reactions to exposure from the initial poisoning event.
Ages 8 to 18 years. ‘Huffing’ is the term used to describe sniffing household products to get high. About 20 percent of children have tried this by the time they reach eighth grade. This age group is usually unaware that the products they sniff are actually poisonous.
Adults. Most adults are simply misusing products when they are accidentally poisoned. They fail to read directions and heed warnings.
Elderly. Mistaken identity of a substance or confusion are the top reasons for poisonings among the elderly. Older people sometimes attempt to read labels in the dark or without their glasses, or reach for a medication that has been moved from its usual location and pick up something else by mistake. Elderly people also store their medications in vials and containers other than the original, which can lead to accidental poisonings.
-Adapted from the Label It Poison Website.
As you can see, March was a busy month at JC Elementary, but we sure did learn a lot and had fun in the process! As we continue to insure that we have the smartest students, April will also be filled with exciting things, too. If you have any questions, please contact me. Thanks for your continued support.
Kris Blakeley
Elementary Principal
Director of Special Education
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