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CLASSROOM
NEWS
Ms. Appallonia
Boozhoo from the Bineshiihn (Bird)
Classroom,
We are working on our daily routine and
adjusting to new experiences for my group of toddlers. We are also
working on walking around tables and structures which two have mastered
already. We also will be working on developing self-help skills such as
using spoons and forks. We are also practicing using sippy cups when
they eat. We are practicing using baby sign language to have the
children communicate with me before they start talking. If the parents
want copies of the signs we are using for the children, just ask and
I'll have copies made for you.
Gigawaabamin (See you later) Miss
Appallonia
Ms. Shirley and Ms. Sue
Boozhoo from the Makwa (Bear) Classroo
m Families, We are always happy to see you and
your child come through our doors for class. It does get easier for the
child to use to coming in to school. The children at home are a little
shy at first but they are happy to see us with our toys. During the
month of November we will have activities with cranberries, the five
senses and talk about Thanksgiving. We are also using the Ojibwe words
for the month naming objects and pictures. The Turtle Play Shoppe will
be a reenactment of harvesting of the cranberries, at 10:00am and we
hope you can join us. The Family Social is on November 18th at 11:00 am
in the small gym, we hope that you can make it to this event as well. No
school for the following day because of in-service. We have a break the
following week and we will see you back on the 30th of the
month.
Gigawaabamin, Ms Shirley Ms Sue
Ms. Janet and Ms. Jeanette
Boozhoo from Bizhiw (Lynx) c
lassroom! As you know it is getting colder
outside. Please send in with your child a hat and pair of gloves. We
will be going outside daily. Benefit bingo will be starting to raise
money for holiday gifts for the children in Head Start. Please, if you
have time come help at the bingo hall. Call Head Start for more
information. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Thank you, Ms.
Jeanette and Mrs. Janet
Ms. Sally and Ms. Arleen
Boozhoo! Greetings from Mishike (Turtle)
classroom,
Hope
everyone continues to stay happy healthy and well. We are excited to be
back in our classroom with the children, after a long break. Spring
ahead, fall behind, and rewind the clocks for daylight savings time! In
our classroom we are working on learning our colors, matching shapes and
color, sharing and picking up toys! Everyone is doing well and trying to
do their best. We have also been walking with the rings in the school
hallways, seeing a lot of friends. Please remember about some of our
upcoming events; with the Turtle Play Shoppe on November 17, featuring
activities centered on cranberries. Our Thanksgiving Family Social will
be on November 18. Please attend and have fun with your children during
this harvest time. We had our second parent meeting this past week and
continue to plan and brain storm for creative ideas to raise money for
holiday gifts for the children. There will be Bingo for the next four
Monday's. If you are not able to attend bingo sessions to volunteer,
come play, or donate baked goods for the bingo bake sale. Baked goods
can be brought to your child's teacher each Monday. Please support this
worthy cause. We look forward to hearing from you. With our continued
cool frosty days please dress your child for the weather with a warm
jacket, hat and mittens? Later boots will be needed as we go outdoors
for fresh air everyday. As always we appreciate parent participation in
our classroom. Continue to think of more ideas for our fundraising and
bring them to our next parent meeting.
Respectfully, Ms. Arleen Ms. Sally
Mr. Eli and Ms. Jodi
Boozhoo from Maang (Loon) Classroom,
This month in Mr. Eli's and Miss Jodi's class
we will be learning about our five senses, family and feelings. We will
be doing a lot of outdoor activities this month so dress warn and we
can't wait to see you at our family social on November 18th at 11:00am
in the small gym.
Miigwitch, Mr. Eli and Ms. Jodi
Ms. Alison and Mr. Mike
Boozhoo from the Migizi (Eagle)
Classroom Families,
We hope everyone had a fantastic
Halloween and that all of you are in the best of health. November is
already off to a very busy start and everyone has had a blast getting
into our new theme entitled My Five Senses. Throughout this unit we have
been exploring the world around us, especially nature, using all our
senses. We have also been reading stories from around the world, working
on our math, reading and writing skills, and seasonal/holiday
activities.
Miigwitch! Miss Alison and Mr. Mike
Ms. Kathryn and Ms. Melinda
Boozhoo from the Esiban (Raccoon)
Classroom,
Our classroom has rebounded well from the nasty
illnesses that swept through in October. We are happy to report that
almost everyone is now back with us at school. Our focus for the
remaining weeks of November is on giving thanks and appreciating our
many gifts. We are also enjoying the last few weeks of mild weather that
autumn has offered us. We hope you will join us at the Thanksgiving
Family Social on November 18th at 11am, for turkey and all of the
fixings. In December, we will learn all about our five senses, as we
also prepare for the upcoming holidays. We will be practicing songs for
our annual holiday concert, to be held on December 16, 2009. Also coming
up in December are Parent/Teacher conferences on December 9 & 10,
2009. If you have any concerns about your child, or questions about what
we are doing at Head Start, please feel free to speak with us at any
time.
Thanks, Ms. Kathryn & Ms. Melinda
Ms. Jennifer and Ms. Stefanie
Boozhoo from the Gigoohn (Fish) Room
Families,
This month we are exploring all
of the things in life we are thankful for. We will be discussing our
family traditions so please talk with your child about the things your
family does each year. We will be making some turkeys in the art center
so look for those in your child's backpack. We look forward to seeing
everyone during the feast we will be having at this month's family
social. Remember it is a half day and there are no afternoon busses so
you will be taking your child home after the meal. You may invite
grandma and grandpa's too. Aunties and Uncles are welcome as we
celebrate this time together. Each classroom makes one of the table
centerpieces so be sure to ask your child which one we made. Sometimes
it is easier to think about the things we do not have rather than all of
the things we do have. One of the most important things we have is each
other! In our busy lives it can sometimes be hard to tell each other how
grateful we are to have each other. Let's all take the time to smell the
roses and give thanks for the family we have.
Ms. Jennifer and Ms.
Stefanie
Ms. Mabel and Ms. Laverne
Boozhoo from the Waawaashekeshii
(Deer) Classroom,
Reminders for parents, if you have not had a
home visit; please call me to put you on the schedule. We are working on
colors, numbers and shapes. We are also now wrapping up the fall season
with giving thanks. I am thankful for being given the opportunity to
work with your children. Children are enjoying saying thank you and what
they most enjoy and are happy about. Please come in and enjoy any part
of the day with your child. You are always welcome.
Miigwetch, Miss Mabel Miss Laverne Room 8
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NEWS
FROM THE ADMIN TEAM
Triennial Review-Going for the Gold
Every 3 years, Zaasijiwan Head Start is subject
to a comprehensive review as mandated by the Head Start Act. A company
called Danya International is contracted to conduct monitoring reviews
of all grantees. Danya will be giving Zaasijiwan Head Start a 30 day
written notification in advance of the scheduled on-site review
date.
When the monitoring team comes on-site, they
conduct a thorough audit of over 1,600 performance standards pertaining
to the operation of a head start facility. During this audit, brief
interviews will be performed during various stages of the audit. They
may contact a parent to ask questions pertaining to families being
notified of various events planned here and encouraging them to
participate.
Zaasijiwan's last review was in December of
2006. We highly anticipate the same time frame for 2009 will occur which
was December. We will send notice of the review and provide you with
information and updates so you can be involved and informed about the
process. ZHS's motto is "Going for the Gold". The ZHS Team has
worked hard to identify its strengths and gaps to improve its services.
Parents are invited to call for more information.
Ms. Vicki and Ms. Julia, Family and Community Partnerships
Coordinators
Dear Parents,
You can help your child learn and appreciate new words. Be relaxed
and informal as your child encounters new words. Here are some projects
you and your child may enjoy working on together.
" Write the name of an object in your home (chair, table, door,
rug) on an index card. With your child, tape the card to the object it
identifies. Each day let your child select one new object to label in
this way.
" You and your child can look through some magazines to discover
that words look different when printing styles vary.
" Use some new words when talking with your child. For example,
"I saw a tiny ant on the sidewalk today" or "Let's go to
the amusement park today." Write the new words on a card. Help your
child understand that the words we speak are also words we can learn to
read later.
" As your child completes a picture or illustration, have him or
her select one or two words that can be used as a title. Print these
words on the picture for your child to display on the refrigerator or in
his or her room.
" Read to your child from a variety of sources. Newspaper,
magazines, pamphlets, brochures, fliers, cereal boxes, cooking
directions, and the like, can be used as reading material in addition to
books. Help your child experience words in many different forms and many
different ways.
Sincerely,
Julia Chapman and Vicki Soulier Family & Community Partnerships
Ms. Lynn, Health, Mental Health, Nutrition and Safety
Coordinator
Health News
Weight Control Tips
- Use nutrition labels.
- Don’t guess how many calories you’re eating.
- Watch your portions.
- Value-size servings aren’t a bargain if you’re eating too
much.
- Cut the sugar.
- Don’t let sugary soda or other sweets crowd out healthy foods
and drinks.
- Don’t eat out of habit. Mindless eating at work or in front of
the TV can pack on the pounds.
- Think about the whole meal, not just the main course.
- Use smaller dishes and containers.
- Larger ones encourage you to eat more.
- Keep reminders of how much you’re eating.
- Wrappers, empty containers and bones nearby remind you of how much
you’ve eaten.
- Get enough sleep.
- Less sleep is linked to higher rates of obesity.
- Get active. Look for opportunities to add physical activity to
your daily routine.
- Do it together. Family, friends and coworkers can all help each
other make healthy changes to their lives.
Mental Health News
You know how your child behaves at home, but do
you really know what he or she is like at school? Now is a good time to
find out if your child is ready to learn. A child's mental health is an
important factor in his or her ability to do well in school. Mental
health is how a child thinks, feels, and acts. Mental health problems
can affect any child-even elementary or preschool children. These
problems are more common than you may think. One in five children has a
diagnosable mental, emotional, or behavior problem that can lead to
school failure, family discord, violence, or suicide. Help is available,
but two-thirds of children with mental health problems are not getting
the help they need.
The federal Center for Mental Health Services,
a component of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
Administration, is urging parents and teachers to talk about mental
health. Your child's teacher should be your ally. He or she can help you
decide if your child may need help.
Here are a few questions you should discuss
with your child's teacher.
Does my child seem angry most of the time? Cry
a lot? Overreact to things? Does my child destroy school property or do
things that are life threatening? Harm other children on the playground?
Break rules over and over again? Does my child appear sad or anxious
much of the time? Show an unusual concern about grades or tests? Does my
child seem obsessed about how he looks? Often complain about headaches,
stomach aches, or other physical problems—especially when it's time to
take a test or participate in classroom social activities? Is my child
unable to sit still or focus her attention? Make decisions? Respect your
authority as a teacher? Has my child lost interest in things usually
enjoyed, such as sports, music, or other school activities? Suddenly
started avoiding friends? If you and your child's teacher answer
"yes" to any of these questions, and the problem seems
persistent or severe, then you need to find out if a mental health
problem is contributing to this behavior. It's not easy for parents to
accept that their child may have a problem. Early treatment can help
your child succeed in the classroom, but it is important that you seek
help. Here are some tips to get you started.
Get more information. Call 1-800-789-CMHS
(2647) to receive a free brochure or other materials about children's
mental health.
Talk with your pediatrician or health care
provider. He or she can check your child for other factors that can
inhibit learning, such as poor eyesight or hearing. Together, you may
decide that your child and family need help from someone with more
mental health training.
Take an active role in helping your child get
better. Every child and every parent has strengths. Helping your child
do his or her homework gives you a chance to share your time and your
experience with your child. This can strengthen the bond between you and
your child. It also can teach you what interests your child.
Keep looking until you find the right services
and the right providers for your child. Be patient, yet persistent. When
it comes to mental health services, one size does not fit all. There are
several national organizations and advocacy groups that can help you
find services in your community.
Children need consistency — both in the home
and in the classroom. By working together, parents and teachers can
reinforce a child's strengths — such as curiosity, caring for animals,
or a sense of humor. That's a big part of being a caring parent or
teacher.
These tips were reproduced from the SAMHSA's
National Mental Health Information Center.
Nutrition News
DLife -
Diabetes for Life
Pumpkin
Bread Recipe
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Directions
1 Preheat oven to 375°F. Coat a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking
pan with nonstick cooking spray.
2 Combine all ingredients and beat well, about 400
strokes. Pour into prepared pan and bake for 30 to 40 minutes.
Cool on baking rack; cut into bars.
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Ms. Ruth, Education and Disability Coordinator
Fun
and Learning for Parents and Children: An Activities Handbook
Introduction
Welcome to Fun and Learning for Parents and
Children! This booklet contains fun activities for you and your
children. It is a collection of things to do that can be part of your
family's everyday life in each room of your home, outdoors, and away
from home. Just because an activity is described in one room of your
home does not mean that it could not be done somewhere else.
Many of the ideas in this booklet might be
routines you are doing already. If there are some new ideas, we hope you
will use them. The more you enjoy playing with your children, the more
they may be able to learn. Your children's abilities to learn many
skills in the early years will depend on their stages of development and
their individual interests. In addition, their learning will depend on
the opportunities and support that the family offers them at home and in
their surroundings.
Here are a few helpful hints to assist you in
planning and doing the activities with your children.
Establish some rules with your children and be
consistent about enforcing them. Set limits and be prepared to have them
tested!
Use eye contact and reasoning to relate
positively to your children.
Give detailed explanations to questions and
explain the meanings of new words when you're playing with young
children.
Assigning a few simple household chores helps
your children learn to follow directions.
Outdoor activities will give your children a
chance to use some energy and stay healthy!
It is also important to praise your children
for their positive behaviors and let them know they are loved. Children
are learning all the time, especially when they are playing. Learning
for children is fun. Learning and playing with your children can also be
fun for you. You will find that your child is curious and eager to talk
and play with you.
More.....
What
is Sensory Integration
What Is Sensory Integration? Sensory
integration refers to how people use the information provided by all the
sensations coming from within the body and from the external
environment. We usually think of the senses as separate channels of
information, but they actually work together to give us a reliable
picture of the world and our place in it. Your senses integrate to form
a complete understanding of who you are, where you are, and what is
happening around you. Because your brain uses information about sights,
sounds, textures, smells, tastes, and movement in an organized way, you
assign meaning to your sensory experiences, and you know how to respond
and behave accordingly. Walking through a shopping mall, if you smell a
powerful, sweet scent, you are able to identify it as a candle or
essential oil and realize that you're walking past an aromatherapy
store. You may linger a moment to enjoy it or hurry by to escape it.
Please click on the following link to read the rest of the article.....
http://school.familyeducation.com/sensory-integration/parenting/56288.html
More....
Disability Resources
Following is an interesting link called
"Wisconsin Yellow Pages for Kids". You can find educational
consultants, psychologists, educational diagnosticians, health care
providers, academic therapists, tutors, speech language therapists,
occupational therapists, coaches, advocates, and attorneys for children
with disabilities on the Yellow Pages for Kids for your state.
You will also find special education schools,
learning centers, treatment programs, parent groups, respite care,
community centers, grassroots organizations, and government programs for
children with disabilities.
http://www.yellowpagesforkids.com/help/wi.htm
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