Birthdays
Snacks |
In order to protect students with health issues, and save instructional time, students may not bring in birthday treats or other nonfood gifts to distribute. However, I understand it is important to do something special on your child’s birthday. Students will have the opportunity to bring in a birthday book to donate to our classroom library. These books will have a sticker that states your child’s name and their birthday. The books will also have a special space in our classroom library. On your child’s birthday, they will be able to share a new book that will be enjoyed for years to come. If you are interested in suggestions for books please visit the wish list page. |
Water Bottles |
Each day, students may enjoy an optional healthy snack. Due to our busy schedule, there may be 'working' snack times for your child to choose from. This means students will continue their class work while eating their snack, so please consider our environment and your child's health when choosing a snack for the day. Raw fruits and vegetables, dried fruit, applesauce, and seaweed are good suggestions. Since snack is optional, any item that contains nuts, is unhealthy (chips, chocolate, candy, items high in sugar) or nonconductive to the working environment will be reserved for lunch.
Click on the link below for information about the importance of healthy eating. https://www.livestrong.com/article/74307-importance-eating-children/ Recent studies have shown that staying hydrated is essential for quality mental functioning and concentration at school. With that being said, your child is welcome to bring a bottle of water from home as long as it does not interfere with regular classroom routines and our class environment. Please make sure the bottle has either a sports cap lid like the one shown in this photo, or a built-in straw so that it doesn't spill if toppled over. Also, a reusable bottle should be taken home each day to be cleaned and refilled. Regularly cleaning the bottles at home will prevent bacteria growth on your child's bottle. |