Dear Parents and Guardian(s),
Today, we mourn the loss of children and teachers of Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut. When a school tragedy like this occurs, it's natural to think about your child's safety. Please be assured that our staff and management are doing everything in our power to keep our school the safest place it can be for all students, and so are the rest of schools in the United States of America.
As a result of this tragedy, your child may react in various ways and ask many questions. Please be prepared to listen to your children if they need to talk. Answer any questions they have simply, honestly and possibly over and over again. Reassure them that school is a safe place as well as try to maintain all daily routines.
Please keep the families in Newtown, Connecticut in your thoughts and again please know that the safety of all of our students is our number one priority. I wish you all a safe holiday season.
Sincerely,
Teresa Hill
Director at Barrington Academy |
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Parent Involvement
By Mrs. Tamika Akins
Parents have a role that is more vital than many of them realize. Children speak of their parents as if they are heroes when they present stories, activities, or previous conversations shared with their parents. During the early years of childhood children view the priceless things in life to be more valuable. Those parent/child activities, class parties, and entertaining field trips are the moments most cherished during early childhood. Educators assist parents and children to establish a foundation for a successful generation to come. Working together provides a path for the youth of today to succeed. Teamwork sets a positive environment for your child's development. Become a part of a popular team by joining in with your child's education. The recent gingerbread house parent/child activity here at
Barrington Academy was a great success. These activities are constructed by your child's teacher or other staff member to formulate a connection between the home and school environment. Grandparent's Day allow the staff to meet and interact with the individuals that can put a smile on your child's face at any time. Then there was the Costume Parade, which gave the children a chance to be creative and have fun with others. Let's not forget about the Family Feast each class had the chance to enjoy. Many of you got to meet your child's classmates (you've heard so much about) and their family members. We are proud to be a part of your child's education and our goal is to have a strong connection between home and school.
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Events at your school !
Nacho Party : December 21st with Ga Prek classrooms
This week is Spirit Week ..
Monday: Hat & Sunglasses Day
Tuesday: Sports Day, wear your favorite team colors
Wednesday: Wacky Tacky Day
Thursday: Pajama & Movie Day
Friday: Winter Party
Last day for Toys for Tots and Food Drive drop offs is December 19th
State funded GA Pre K program and Henry County Schools are on winter break from December 24th till Jan 4th , returning on January 7th 2013.
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Time for a change?
Consider these New Year's resolutions for 2013:
* Set aside at least 15 minutes of quality time for yourself every day.
* Exercise at least three times a week for 30 minutes at a time.
* Learn from your prior stressful experiences and improve your stress-beating skills.
* Establish a personal journal to record positive events, quotes, and experiences.
* Take time to listen to good music.
* Read a good book, every month if possible.
* Laugh more, and try to see the funny side of life.
* Find a realistic balance between work and pleasure.
* Celebrate every day.
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Haircut on Us ?
We have partnered with a local Hairstyle shop to help you get a free haircut and a meal . Ask our front desk staff how you can avail the opportunity.
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Safe Toys and Gifts Month
During the holiday season, you'll probably be shopping for toys and gifts. Think about safety. In 2007 alone, toymakers recalled over 19 million toys worldwide because of safety concerns such as lead paint and small magnets. To prevent injuries, choose toys that are safe for the age of the child so everyone can enjoy a happy holiday.
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About Life
Fear is the father of courage and the mother of safety.
-Henry H. Tweedy
Safety is something that happens between your ears, not something you hold in your hands.
-Jeff Cooper
The past is not your potential. In any hour you can choose to liberate the future.
-Marilyn Ferguson
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Trivia
Aspirin was the first pharmaceutical drug to go on sale, back in 1899 following the successful modification of salicylic acid, a compound found in willow bark, by Felix Hoffman, a German chemist who worked at the drug company Bayer.
The average American citizen will eat the equivalent of 28 pigs over the course of his or her life.
The average person will speak 123,205,750 words in his or her lifetime.
Ten percent of all the human beings who have ever been born are actually alive at this moment.
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True Facts about Barrington
- Guarantee Kindergarten readiness
- Pinnacle Curriculum
- Large and Open Classrooms
- Playgrounds built for appropriate age groups
- Meals served in Cafeteria
- Enrichment with Computers,
- Spanish, Art, Ballet ,Karate & Phonics
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