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Attendance 

We’re off to a great start this term, with a whole school attendance rate of 94.55%! It’s fantastic to see so many students arriving at school ready to learn each day. We’re aiming to keep our attendance rate over 95% so let’s see if we can get it up this week! 

🌟 What’s Going Well? 

✅ Many students are attending 90% or more of school days, showing great consistency. 

✅ Some classes, like 3JS and 6SH, have maintained high attendance throughout the term. 

✅ More students are bouncing back after being away, with classes like 5GW and 2AP showing strong improvement. 

⏰ Why Attendance Matters Being at school every day helps children build friendships, engage in learning, and feel confident in their routines. Every day counts towards their success! 

💡 How You Can Help 

• Encourage a calm and positive start to the day. 
• Talk about the fun and exciting things happening at school. 
• Keep routines predictable so children feel ready to learn. 

Thank you for your support in making school a welcoming and engaging place for all students! 😊 

Let’s keep building positive attendance habits together! 🎉 If you have any questions or need support, feel free to speak to your classroom teacher, Mrs. Antonowicz, Mrs. McSweeney or Mr. Podosky. 

If you know that your child won’t be attending school, please contact the office and let them know that your child will be away!  

 PBIS 

Each week we have a routine or a blitz that we are focusing on. This week’s is transitioning between classrooms. 

Smooth Moves: Transitioning Between Classrooms Made Easy! 

Moving from one learning space to another is a big part of the school day. When students know what’s expected, they can transition calmly, quickly, and respectfully without disrupting others. This routine helps children feel confident about what to do, making school life smoother for everyone. By practicing and reinforcing these habits at home, parents can support their child’s ability to follow directions, stay focused, and move responsibly in different environments. Here's how the routine works and some simple ways to help at home! 

How It Works 

🌟 When to Use: Anytime students are moving to another location in or near the school. 

🎯 Why It Matters: 

• Helps students transition smoothly without losing learning time. 
• Keeps the school environment calm and respectful. 
• Teaches responsibility and self-discipline. 

Step-by-Step Routine 

1️⃣ Teacher Explains the Plan 

• “We are moving to (destination).” 
• “We will line up (location for lining up).” 
• “On my signal, we will walk together.” 

2️⃣ Students Follow These Expectations: 

✅ Stay in line while walking. 

✅ Keep up with the person in front. 

✅ Walk quietly. 

3️⃣ Teacher Monitors Movement 

• Stops at key points to check the group is together. 

4️⃣ On Arrival 

• Students wait quietly in line for further directions. 

How Parents Can Reinforce This at Home

🏡 Practice Listening & Following Directions: Play simple games like "Simon Says" or give step-by-step instructions for small tasks (e.g., “Walk to your room, get your book, and come back quietly”). 

👟 Encourage Walking Calmly: Remind children to walk without running or pushing when moving from one place to another at home, like going to the dinner table or getting ready for bed. 

🌟 Praise Positive Transitions: Acknowledge when they move quietly and calmly at home (e.g., “I love how you walked to the kitchen so smoothly!”). 

📚 Talk About School Transitions: Ask, “How did your class move today? Were you able to stay quiet and in line?” This keeps them mindful of their routine. 

By reinforcing these habits at home, parents help children build self-control, responsibility, and respect—skills that make every transition smoother! 🚀