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Flyer Vision Monday, May 22, 2017
Express yourself with paints, song, exercise, friendship... Take time to restore your energy. The artist for the painting above is Audrey Norman Flyer Vision Monday, May 22, 2017
Kids on Social Media
Please have conversations about the safety rules for social media with your children. Social media agreements are for kids 13 and older . Let's keep our young kids safe. *Operate with the thinking that pictures and posts are not private even if privacy setting are checked. Think before you post. *Be aware of location settings for Instagram, Snap Chat, Musical.ly, Facebook - Are you letting strangers know your exact current location? *Only follow people you have met in person. Think twice before letting someone follow you. *Only talk to people you have met in person. Do not talk to strangers online. * Our children are starting their digital imprint that will follow them for life. There are independent companies that break down privacy settings to view your profiles. Protect yourself. *Stop, Block and Report (trusted adult or website/app) if you feel uncomfortable online.
Gifted Resource Council’s Summer Academies
Minds-on and Hands-on Learning for High Achieving Students · Students get to interact cooperatively with other academically talented students. · Students love these hands-on, thought-provoking summer camp sessions. · Students can attend 2, 4 or 6 weeks. · The focus is on learning how to think rather than on what to think. What parents should know: · Ages: Completing kindergarten through 8 th grade · Dates: June 12-23 , June 26-July 7 , July 10-21 · Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. · Childcare: Available before and after camp · Location: Wydown Middle School in Clayton · Tuition: only $475!! · Financial aid: available for qualified applicants For more information: · Visit http://www. giftedresourcecouncil.org/wp- content/uploads/2017/02/S17. pdf · Call Gifted Resource Council at 314.962.5920 · Email
World's Largest Spring
Link to Missouri Springs Mammoth Spring, Arkansas Try the purple cow flavor of homemade ice cream at The Spring Dipper just down the road from Mammoth Springs. If you like BBQ - Shorty's Rib Shack builds a mean loaded baked potato with brisket.
KeyTips for Safe Surf
Keep your information private. q Communicate only with people from your real life. q Stop, block and report cyberbullies. q Social networking posts are a permanent representation of you. q Downloading for free is usually illegal. q Video and online games are fun when played safely. q Text messages and picture messages are not private. q Need help? Ask an adult! Parent Link: Stay Safe Online
Flyer Vision Monday, May 8, 2017
Flyer Vision Monday, May 8, 2017 We are so happy you are all back safe and sound.
Special Presentations this Week
No! Run! Tell! Tell a Trusted Adult Miss Holly and Miss Quesha, representatives from Jewish Family Services, are teaching a lesson on personal body safety for k,1,2 & 3 grade. Our 4th and 5th grade students are hearing safety tips for internet usage. K and 1 will get a coloring book and 2-5 will receive an activity packet.
Flood Assistance
Our hearts go out to those who are being affected by the rising flood waters. Thank you to neighbors and emergency respondents who are reaching out to to keep our communities safe. Here are some contact numbers and websites for assistance in our area: Michelle Studer 729-2400 x 2452 or mstuder@lindberghschools.ws is serving as our Concord Elementary contact for coordination of help for Lindbergh families affected by the flood. Red Cross Help and Disaster Relief Safety Before - During - After a Flood United Way call 2-1-1 UNITED WAY 2-1-1 Find Help. Give Help. If you need help - for anything from day care to rental assistance to counseling to vocational training - your local 2-1-1 is here. Dial 2-1-1* to speak to a trained professional 24 hours a day, seven days a week. TTY (1-866-385-6525) and multilingual services are also available. If you are using a cell phone dial 800.427.4626. Your phone call is confidential and free. You can also explore their onlin
Stop. Redo?
Recognizing negative energy is a key to improving relationships and in guidance. After you recognize this negative energy, be willing to be kind and allow time for repair. Consider giving yourself and your child or spouse the permission to stop talking. Perhaps the silence and space will help you catch your breath and give you time to find reason and a common ground. After a good pause of silence, consider giving each other permission to "Start Over." Go ahead and ask, "Can we start over?" Let them know you are sorry for your reaction or for the events and energy that has lead to the situation at hand. Change the subject and enjoy your time together; embrace the love you have for each other - above all else. If a deep conversation needs to take place and solutions need to be discussed - be patient. Maybe now is not the time for this talk; soon, but not yet. Productive conversation can take a lot of energy. Respect each other. Enjoy the power of a
