Olympia West Student Council and fourth grade are kicking off a collection drive for Operation Santa. Operation Santa fills Christmas Stockings and sends them to service members who are stationed overseas. Granola bars, chewing gum, cough drops, and individually wrapped meat sticks/beef jerky are being collected. If you would like to make a donation, items may be dropped of in the school office by November 1st.
#DigCit Family Tip 5: Take breaks
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Digital harassment happens when teens use texts, instant messages, emails, and social media posts to keep tabs on or threaten someone else. It usually involves two people in a close relationship. Here are four ways to help teens avoid digital harassment.
The Pre-K classes made “berry pie” today!
Families, the results are in from the fall family surveys. The top topics: #1 - Dealing with Bullies. #2 - Mental Health, Anxiety & Depression and #3 Behavior Management: Role of Emotions. Be sure to check out the parent-engagement resources on the Olympia website:
https://www.olympia.org/page/parent-engagement-resources
We currently have a recorded session of Let's Talk: Kids Anxiety, ADHD, & Depression. More supports coming soon!
5th Graders dressed up as “Senior Citizens” for Homecoming Week!
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Teaching kids character strengths and life skills such as empathy is one of the most important jobs of being an adult. These great books for all ages help make it easier by celebrating friendship, difference, and the importance of caring for one another.
#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
Third graders practiced civil discourse by discussing if Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples’ Day should be celebrated. They did a great job sharing opinions and respecting the opinions of others!
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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.
Second graders at Oly West are focused during their morning meeting as they discuss their question of the day. Morning meetings are a great way to build community while ensuring that each student feels heard, valued, and respected.
#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.
#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
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
