#DigCit Family Tip 4: Encourage upstanding
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Cyberbullying is something most families hope they never have to deal with. But if your kids are texting, sharing photos, and posting comments, it’s important to talk to them about how to deal with online harassment. Learn 5 ways to stop cyberbullies.
#DigCit Family Tip 3: Role-play
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As kids grow, they'll naturally start to communicate more online, but some of what they see could make them feel hurt, sad, angry, or even fearful. Help your students build empathy for others and learn strategies to use when confronted with cyberbullying.
#DigCit Family Tip 2: Check in about online life
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Let's face it: Some online spaces can be full of negative, rude, or downright mean behavior. But what counts as cyberbullying? Help your students learn what is - and what isn't - cyberbullying, and give them the tools they'll need to combat the problem.
The Scholastic Book Fair was a huge success! Nearly $7000 of books was purchased. Half of that will come back to the library & used to purchase new nonfiction books to support our teacher’s curriculums. Thank you for supporting the book fair & the students of Oly North.
Best PE day Ever!
#DigCit Family Tip 1 | Define your terms
Is your child meeting developmental milestones? Free fall developmental screening for Olympia children 6 weeks-34 months coming soon. These screenings are to assist with Early Intervention services not Pre-school placement. To schedule a time contact Michelle.maris@olympia.org or 708-689-3175
Free fall developmental screening for Olympia children birth-34 months of age. These screening are to assist with Early Intervention services not Pre-school placement. To schedule a time contact Michelle.maris@olympia.org or 708-689-3175.
Once kids go online, their chances of finding cyberbullies, haters, and trolls is, sadly, quite high. Find age-specific guidelines, videos, and articles to help with tough conversations -- whether your kid is a bully or is being bullied. Explore answers to all your cyberbullying questions, age-appropriate advice, school resources, and more from parents and experts. https://www.commonsensemedia.org/cyberbullying
The book fair will be closed from 5:00 to 5:30 for a quick dinner break. Thanks for your cooperation and supporting the students of Oly North.
Most kids will encounter mean behavior at some point in their digital lives. For some kids, this experience is a blip that's easily forgotten, while for others it can have deep, long-lasting effects. For parents, the key is staying involved in kids' lives -- both online and off -- so they can step in and offer help if necessary. With guidance from parents and educators, kids can learn how to dodge the drama and stand up for others.
Throughout October we will be sharing 6 different tips for families to encourage best behavior when approaching the topics of Cyberbullying, Digital Drama, and Hate Speech with your families.
1) Define your terms
2) Check in about online life
3) Role-play
4) Encourage upstanding
5) Take breaks
6) Review worst-case steps
The book fair is here and ready for students. If you would like to set up an e-wallet for your student, please follow this link: bit.ly/3SPPrhR
These three girls chose Library Helper for their PBIS reward. They helped Mrs. Boots unpack and setup the book fair!
Save the date for Olympia’s National Honor Society Halloween Fest!
Digital citizenship continues to grow in importance each year. Starting in Oct. we begin our monthly focus of six areas of digital citizenship, providing resources and support for our Oly families. More details on this annual outreach can be found here: bit.ly/OlyDigCitOverview
This year, 5th graders are teaming up with kindergarten students to practice reading fluency. Each Friday, students meet with their buddies in the library. Fifth graders show off their reading fluency while building relationships with the younger students and cultivating their leadership skills. This is a highlight of the week for both 5th graders and kindergarteners!
Elementary science teachers spent some of the institute day working on enhancing their science instruction. The goal is to engage students so they are forced to problem solve and think critically - like scientists!
