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November 14, 2009
I hope everyone survived the storm without any real problems. I didn't think
the wind was ever going to stop blowing. Also, in case you were wondering,
Gloria Dei students will not have to make up the days missed as public school
does. We will be back to school on Monday ready to have fun and learn.
Since we didn't get to finish our shapes theme, we may combine it with our
Thanksgiving theme. Our feast will be on Wednesday, November 18. Sharing
and talking about the Pilgrims and Indians will be lots of fun.
In Chapel this past week Pastor Freeborn talked about the next Commandment:
Never tell a lie. Always tell the truth.
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MANNERS:
Saying "Please, Thank You, Excuse Me"
Table Manners (sitting with two feet in front in you while eating,
not playing with friends or food, saying "Please"
instead of "Give me" or "I want")
Sneezing or coughing into your sleeve
Listening while the teacher is talking
Sharing
Waiting your turn
Playground (not throwing rocks or sand)
Chapel (being quiet, keeping your feet off the wood surface,
sitting all the way back in the pew so you don't hit your
head)
I know that these seem like a lot for your children to remember, but you do
have very smart children. These are basic manners that we will be working
with all year as they are very important social skills. You can help by
reinforcing them at home as well. Believe it or not, these basic manners
will help them be successful in life.
