K-4 Guidance news at Virtual Schoolhouse

Spring 2008 Guidance News

Dear Virtual Schoolhouse parents,

Spring is here. The days are getting longer and children will be looking for things to do at home. Here are some great ideas…

Reading:

Go to the library often, it is free and pick up some great books and magazines. Be a role model for your child and read. Find a reading buddy for your child.

Games:

The Dictionary Game: Choose a page in the dictionary - pick a word, see if your child knows what the word means, see if you can add a synonym to the word.
The Picture Game: Pick a picture with lots of objects. Put the picture away. See who can come up with the longest list of what items were in the picture.
The Scavenger Hunt Game: Send kids on a scavenger hunt around the home, see what the children can find.
The Newspaper Game: Cut out newspaper stories and headlines. See if the children can match the story with the correct headline. Have the children underline the facts, and circle the opinions.

Self-Esteem:

Tell your children you love them every day. Really sit down and listen to your children. Tell your children you are proud of them.

Jump Rope-Sports:

Over 15 percent of children are overweight. Healthy lifestyles can help prevent diseases. Encourage your children to eat healthy ad stay active. By jumping rope, children can move, have fun and stay fit.

Enjoy Spring!

Happy Mother’s Day!

Leah Holzer - Elementary School Counselor

Winter Guidance News

More on dealing with bullying.... read more

Anti-bullying program

This year, we are implementing an Anti-Bullying program.... read more

BACK TO SCHOOL - August 23, 2007

PARENTS - here's what you can do to help your children with the transition back to school:

Provide a safe home life
Make sure your child eats a well balanced diet
Make sure your child gets enough physical activity
Make sure to praise your child
Show your child concern
Demonstrate how to express kindness
Teach your child to smile
Teach your child to listen to others
Spend time regularly with your child
Attend meetings and activities at the school
If you believe school is going to be an exciting experience, there's a good chance your child will feel the same way
Prepare the night before by planning clothes
Encourage a Love of Learning
Be positive about school. If there are older siblings, talk to them about conveying a positive attitude about school to their younger siblings
Read to your child, and set a good example by reading yourself
Visit the library often
Schedule trips to museums
Ask questions about school