W.A.Y.S. 

Dear WAYS Community,

Good morning everyone. Well here we are the last week of school before the holidays. Time has really flown by this year. This week is full of activities. I hope you’ll join us. While you are spending time with your family this holiday, remember that there are many opportunities for learning embedded in the everyday things you do. Make the most of it. Here are some examples:

1. Go to the market with your child and weigh the fruits and vegetables. Count them. Estimate the total amount your groceries will be. Figure out the tax. Figure out the change. How much did you save on coupons? Show your children real world mathematics. Discuss nutritious and non-nutritious foods.

2. Take a walk in the neighborhood or go to the park. Ask about all the living things and non-living things you see.

3. Get some exercise together. Walk, bike, skateboard, skate…

4. Read everyday. You can read the newspaper, comics, books, and magazines. Read more…

Dear WAYS Community,

Good morning everyone. As we all mourn the loss of a truly great leader, Nelson Mandela this week we have the opportunity to teach our children about civil disobedience, pacifism, and fighting for what is right without violence. Many of our teachers took this week as a teachable moment to explain the life of this remarkable man. I encourage you to also follow up at home.

Other highlights of the week were the Gifted parent meeting, another visit by the Levin’s to take a look at the moon through the telescope, presentations about the holiday of Chanukah, and coffee with the principal.

Reminders:

· We realize these chilly and wet mornings make it difficult to get to school on time, however when students miss instructional time it is detrimental to everyone as it slows the pace of the classroom and is often responsible for behavioral issues. These last few weeks before winter break are crucial so please do your best to get your children to school every day on time.
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