Bears Bulletin 3-5-23 Dear Todd Families, We had a terrific first week back from winter recess! The March SEL theme is CURIOSITY. Our read aloud selections for March are titled I Wonder. Students in grades K through 2 will be reading I Wonder by K.A. Holt Students in grades 3 to 5 will be reading I Wonder by Annaka Harris. |
In both stories, children ask questions to make sense of the world around them. Curiosity is a natural motivator. It helps develop imagination and a sense of creativity. It also leads to greater engagement and participation. This week's positive affirmation is, "I am a thinker." We encourage curiosity by prompting students to wonder and ask questions. Many of our families will be celebrating important holidays this week. Purim is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the saving of the Jewish people. It begins on the evening of March 6th and goes through the evening of March 7th. Holi is a Hindu holiday, known as the festival of colors, which marks the end of winter in India and welcomes the spring season. This year, Holi takes place on the evening of March 7th and the day of March 8th. We wish a very happy holiday to all those who are celebrating this week! Warm regards, Jessica Michaelidis, Principal Stephanie Grace, Acting Assistant Principal |
WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH March is Women's History Month, which commemorates the accomplishments, perspectives, and experiences of women in the United States. This is a wonderful opportunity to highlight the achievements of women both past and present who have helped build and shape this country. International Women's Day falls on March 8th. |
PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES Parent-Teacher Conferences will take place on Friday, March 24th from 7:45am to 2:45pm. This is a non-attendance day for students. Classroom teachers have shared information with you about scheduling conferences using SignUp Genius. Providers and support teachers will join parent-teacher conferences with classroom teachers to the extent possible. When that is not feasible, they will be reaching out to schedule their own parent-teacher conferences with you. Additionally, encore teachers will be available to meet with parents throughout the day. Should you have any questions about scheduling a parent-teacher conference, please contact the teacher/provider directly via email. |
TODD MULTICULTURAL FAIR & DANCE PARTY The PTA Multicultural Committee has planned a wonderful community event, which will take place in the Todd Gym on Saturday, March 25th from 1:00-4:00pm. We look forward to seeing you there as we celebrate diversity and unity. |
IMPORTANT DATES March 6th-7th – Purim March 7th-8th – Holi March 9th – School Board Meeting – 7:30pm March 10th – Superintendent's Conference Day (non-attendance day for students) March 15th – Chris Poulos Kindness Assemblies (K-5) March 16th – 3rd Grade Fire Safety Presentations with BMFD March 16th – Middle School Family Orientation for 5th Grade Families – 7:00pm at BMS March 17th – Pizza Day March 20th – Ramzi World Dance Assemblies (K-5) March 22nd – Ramadan begins March 24th – Parent-Teacher Conference Day (non-attendance day for students) March 25th – Multicultural Event – 1:00-4:00pm |