Upcoming Events
Monday, 12/17 3rd Gr Field Trip
Tuesday, 12/18 Community Exhibition Presentation, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, 12/19 School Exhibition Presentation
Thursday, 12/20 +Bullydozers Student Coalition Meeting, 11:50
Friday, 12/21 Class Holiday Parties, afternoon; No After School Activities
Tuesday, 1/8 Students Return to School
Response to Connecticut School Shooting
I have heard from many of you over the weekend. I am very much aware that many of you have spoken with your children about the events, and that some of you have tried to shield your children from the news. Please know that we are very sensitive to the fact that children will respond differently, and for some it will be sad and confusing, and for others it may be very frightening.
I have asked the teachers to avoid as much as possible whole class discussions of the events. If a child brings up the shooting, teachers will direct a short discussion to assure students they are safe at school. If they notice children struggling to make sense of the events, and feel they need to talk, Ms. Hopkins and I will be available to talk one-on-one with children. We will contact you if we believe your child needs more support.
Some parents have asked about our safety plans at Roberts. Safety is our first priority. Over the past few years we have worked to make Roberts a little safer by creating only one accessible entrance, monitored all day by our reception office. We also have protocols for responding to emergency situations, including an intruder response protocol, or lockdown. Our teachers are trained to respond in such an event, and know how to protect your children. As we learn more about the events in Newtown, our campus safety committee with review our procedures and make any necessary changes.
You may need support over these next few weeks to help your child. We are posting links on the Roberts website that may be helpful to you. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me or Ms. Hopkins.
Monday, 12/17 3rd Gr Field Trip
Tuesday, 12/18 Community Exhibition Presentation, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, 12/19 School Exhibition Presentation
Thursday, 12/20 +Bullydozers Student Coalition Meeting, 11:50
Friday, 12/21 Class Holiday Parties, afternoon; No After School Activities
Tuesday, 1/8 Students Return to School
Response to Connecticut School Shooting
I have heard from many of you over the weekend. I am very much aware that many of you have spoken with your children about the events, and that some of you have tried to shield your children from the news. Please know that we are very sensitive to the fact that children will respond differently, and for some it will be sad and confusing, and for others it may be very frightening.
I have asked the teachers to avoid as much as possible whole class discussions of the events. If a child brings up the shooting, teachers will direct a short discussion to assure students they are safe at school. If they notice children struggling to make sense of the events, and feel they need to talk, Ms. Hopkins and I will be available to talk one-on-one with children. We will contact you if we believe your child needs more support.
Some parents have asked about our safety plans at Roberts. Safety is our first priority. Over the past few years we have worked to make Roberts a little safer by creating only one accessible entrance, monitored all day by our reception office. We also have protocols for responding to emergency situations, including an intruder response protocol, or lockdown. Our teachers are trained to respond in such an event, and know how to protect your children. As we learn more about the events in Newtown, our campus safety committee with review our procedures and make any necessary changes.
You may need support over these next few weeks to help your child. We are posting links on the Roberts website that may be helpful to you. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me or Ms. Hopkins.
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