November 13, 2015
11.18 – 11.24. Hearing Screening Lindemann.
11-19. Elementary Report Cards. / 5:00 – 7:30 pm. Parent Teacher Conferences.
11-20. AP Lighted Christmas Parade.
11-23. 1/2 Day for Elementary. Dismiss at 11:40 am. / Parent Teacher Conferences 12:45 – 3:15 pm. and 5:00 – 7:30 pm.
11.24. 10:30 – 1;30 pm. Fundraiser Prize Winners – Limo Ride & Bowling Alley
11-25. Thanksgiving Break. No School.
11-26. Happy Thanksgiving.
11-27. Thanksgiving Break. No School
11-30. 6:30 pm. Reflections Tea. Cafeteria.
PTC – Lindemann Elementary School
November 19: 5 – 7:30 PM
November 23: 12:45 – 3:15 PM & 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Parent Teacher Conferences are just around the corner for our parents and students. This fall, several teachers will be introducing an online scheduling tool called Sign-up Genius. Other staff members will continue the way we have Traditionally Scheduled our parents. The teachers were given a choice, both methods are equally effective. As a staff, we will talk about the pro’s and con’s of each method. We are always looking for innovative ways to meet the needs of our students and their parents. As always, if you are unable to make any of the open time slots you are encouraged to contact your child’s teacher. The staff at Lindemann Elementary School always go above and beyond to accommodate our parents schedules.
- If your teacher chose to use the Traditional Method of scheduling, you should have gotten (or will be today) an informational flyer with your child. Please fill out that form and send it back to your child’s teacher.
- If your teacher chose to use Sign-up Genius, you should have received an online invitation from the teacher to visit their site and pick an open date and time. I also sent out an e-blast list to our parents indicating which teachers were participating.
- I’ve created a Sign-up Genius site for my office as well. If you would like to visit with me during conferences please visit my Sign-up Genius page and set up an appointment.
Founders Day is a reminder of the important role that the PTA has played throughout our Schools locally and Regionally by supporting Parent involvement and working on behalf of all children and Families. The Michigan PTA will host its Founders Day celebrations during the month of February by hosting a dinner at the Red Fawn in Allen Park on Wednesday, February 24, 2016. More info. will come closer to the date. If you would like to nominate someone who you feel deserves to be recognized for all they do within our PTA community, please download the attached nomination forms and turn into the Office no later than 11/30. Please label your envelope “Founders Day.” Voting will take place at our next PTA meeting held on December 3, 6:30 pm in the Cafeteria.
Nomination Forms:
Nomination: Support Personnel 2016
Nomination: Life Member Award 2016
Nomination: Outstanding Student 2016
Nomination: Outstanding Program 2016
Nomination: Outstanding Educator 2016
Nomination: Distinguished Service Award 2016
Nomination: Council Member Award 2016
Nomination: Business Partner Award 2016
PTA – Family Fun / Roller Skating Party
Over 230 Lindemann Students & Family Members participated last night at our Roller Skating Party!
On behalf of our PTA and staff, Thank you for your support!
You can view more pictures in our FUN PHOTOS tab on this blog.
Some parents and guardians think that online games are simply a form of entertainment. However, children also have the chance to exercise important life skills while gaming. They may use their imaginations and employ problem-solving strategies to overcome obstacles. They may also practice their social skills through online interactions with other gamers.
Using instant chat features, forums, and voice-enabled interactions, children can communicate and collaborate with gamers all over the world. Unfortunately, these features can also expose children to people who may not have their best interests in mind.
Risks of Gaming
Many online games have communication features which allow their users to interact anonymously. Some people may take advantage of this anonymity to target children. For example, predators may send inappropriate content or use a game’s communication functions to arrange in-person meetings. Cyberbullies may harass fellow gamers and online scam artists may promise virtual goods in an effort to get credit card information.
Some game consoles allow Internet access as well, so it is important to be aware of their communication features. Predators have sent children inappropriate content through game consoles in attempts to coax them into reciprocating or meeting offline.
Help children game safely
Parental involvement is critical when it comes to helping children game more safely. Take an active interest in the games that your child plays and wants to buy. You can research games’ ratings and content on www.esrb.org. This website is maintained by the Entertainment Software Rating Board which rates thousands of games each year.
- Know which safety features are available on the gaming equipment that your child uses—a headset may have voice-masking features, for example.
- Keep gaming consoles in an easy-to-supervise location and be aware of other places where your child may be accessing games.
- Tell your child never to give out personal information while gaming or agree to meet anyone outside of the game.
- Teach your child not to respond to anyone who is being rude or bullying while playing the game.
- Set rules about how long your child may play, what types of games are appropriate, and who else may participate.
- Have your child check with you before using a credit or debit card online.
- Check to see if the games your child plays have reporting features or moderators.
Start a discussion with your child
Use these discussion starters to get an Internet safety conversation going with your children. The more often you talk to them about online safety, the easier it will get, so don’t get discouraged if they don’t respond immediately!
- Can we play some of your favorite games together?
- How do you respond if someone bothers you while you are gaming?
- How much do you let people know about you while gaming?
- What kinds of people do you game with?
- Do you feel safe while you are gaming online? Why or why not?
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A note from Mrs. Karen Simpson (PTA Chairperson – Mileage Club) .
The kids had a great time participating.
It was an awesome turn out with the number of students that participated. And also one lunch aide and teacher.
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2672 Miles and 10688 laps
594 chains
2313 single foot charms
335 double foot charms
Overall winner for Class:
Ms. Soranno, 5th grade: 912 laps and 228 miles
Second place class goes to Mrs. Dixon’s class with 211 miles.
It was always so nice seeing Mrs. Dixon walking with the kids and encouraging them.
Top 3 students:
1st place: Calvin Town, 73 laps and 18.25 miles; Bartnick 4th
2nd place: Lidia Cappelletti, 72 laps and 18 miles; Soranno 5th
3rd place: Santana Villarreal; 71 laps and 17.75 miles; Soranno 5th
Congratulations to our top 3 winners.
Calvin received a $25 gift card to Sky Zone
Lidia received a $15 gift card to MJR
Santana received a $10 gift card to Subway