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Summer Reading Challenge
Welcome back to Elliott ES Library! If your child attended Elliott last year and participated in the Summer Reading Challenge from our school library, please be sure to send the completed papers to me by August 21st. If your child didn’t participate in the Summer Challenge don’t worry-another opportunity will be coming in September!
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Volunteers Needed
We have lots of opportunities for volunteers during the school day. Some of the tasks we can use help with are: shelving books, organizing  materials, or making monthly displays. If you would be willing to help with any of these, please contact me. TIA!
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Curl Up With a Good Book
Parents,  please stop by the Information Center to sign up for a parent library account. There is no cost for this and parents can check out up to    10 books at a time to use at home.Â
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Beginning of the Year Check Out Limits
Pre-K - 1 book
Kinder - 1 book
1st & 2nd grades - 2 books
Parents - 10 books
Book limits will increase for K-2nd later in September.
* Students with overdue books may have a lower book limit until those books are returned or a replacement plan has been made.Â
In August we are celebrating with books about Back to School and Authors/Illustrators with August birthdays!
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As July inched towards August, our teachers began diligently preparing for a new year by exploring new equipment and curricular materials that promise to enrich our students’ learning experiences. From unboxing materials and lesson planning to Ms. Phillip's adventurous ride on the new universal pre-kindergarten tricycles, teachers began working to set the stage for a year of discovery.
The excitement for a new year was truly palpable as we opened our doors on August 2nd for our annual ‘Sneak a Peek’ event. Families were invited to visit the school where they were able to see their classrooms, meet their teachers, and even make some new friends. It was a day where curiosity met opportunity, and every corner of our school buzzed with the potential of what was to come.
On the first day of school, students were greeted with the vibrant sounds of the Dirty Boots Brass Band. Their music echoed through the corridors, infusing our students with energy and enthusiasm as they embarked on their journey of a new school year. The rhythm set by the band was not just a musical backdrop but a heartbeat that united us all in anticipation of the year ahead.
As the first day drew to a close and we began to feel like we were starting to find our groove, mother nature had some other plans. Hurricane Debby rolled along the coast and granted us an unexpected two-day break. Our Elliott staff and students didn't miss a beat though. While the storm may have paused our routine for a few days, it could not dampen our spirits or our commitment to learning. We were all thrilled to return to the school, ready to learn, on August 8th.Â
As we look forward to this year at Elliott Elementary, we do so with hearts full of hope and minds eager for knowledge. We are ready to embrace every challenge and celebrate every triumph together. Here’s to a year where every day is an adventure, every lesson is a treasure, and every moment is an opportunity to grow.
A good citizen is someone who helps make their community a better place. They follow rules, are kind to others, and take care of their surroundings. Good citizens also help people in need and work together to solve problems. By being a good citizen, you can make your school, neighborhood, and the world a happier and safer place for everyone!
Today, beginning at a very young age, we start to engage in not just our local community, but also in our digital community. It is just as important to learn to be a good citizen in this digital environment. Digital citizenship helps students learn how to use technology responsibly and respectfully, both at school and at home. It teaches them to stay safe online, understand the impact of their digital footprint, and interact positively with others. By practicing good digital citizenship, our students can navigate the online world with confidence and integrity, ensuring a safer and more respectful digital environment for everyone.
Here are some tips for helping your child grow into a good digital citizen:
Digital citizens are safe- We teach students to stick to sites that are meant for them, to protect their personal information (like their full name, birthday, address, school, etc.), to not meet face to face with people that they meet online, and most of all to listen to their gut and to tell a trusted adult in their life if they find something online that makes them feel sad, scared, or confused.Â
Digital citizens are balanced- Technology is great for so many things. But, it is important to leave time for unplugged activities, especially those that involve other people. We teach students to use appropriate technology at appropriate times. For example, reading a story on their tablet is a great activity, but it wouldn't be appropriate for them to read on their tablet when they are supposed to be sleeping.Â
Digital citizens show respect- It is important for students to communicate about themselves and to others with kindness and respect whether they are using text, emojis, pictures, gifs, videos, or some other form of communication. It is also important to remember that anything that we say or do online, is permanent and can never truly be erased. If good digital citizens see cyberbullying happening, it is important to report it or tell an adult.Â
Digital citizens stay informed- Not everything we read or see online is true or tells the whole story. It is important to use sources that you can trust for important information and to recognize that most sources will have some level of bias that influences how they tell the story.Â
How do you model or encourage good digital citizenship in your home?
