STRASBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DECEMBER ROCK CONNECTION
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STRASBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DECEMBER ROCK CONNECTION
Johnnie Echer, Interim principal
Thankful and Grateful
One of my favorite Christmas books I would read to my kids when they were younger
was “ How the Grinch stole Christmas.” This year I feel like we have had a bit of a
grinch in our lives trying to take away our joy. Like Whoville, the community of Stras-
burg didn’t allow that to happen. The teachers and staff know learning begins with
compassion and caring. I am humbled by how dedicated and hardworking our staff is.
They have faced every challenge with grace and a positive attitude. When I visit class-
rooms, I see students learning and growing both academically and socially. Students
have also faced adversity and have become stronger. I see young leaders emerging and
as parents you should be very proud of your child’s progress. None of this could have
been possible without the help of all of you. The support that we have been given from
families has been overwhelming. Whenever we need anything from canopies, to meals
and supplies for teachers , you have ensured that our teachers have what they need and
I am truly grateful for all of you. The Grinch is correct...
"Maybe Christmas," he thought, "doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christ-
mas...perhaps...means a little bit more?"
I hope everyone has a very happy holiday!
Mrs. Echer, Interim Principal
Important Dates
12/02-Holiday Concert, 2nd, 4th and Choir
12/06-10-Santa shop
12/17- Holiday Parties after 2 pm
12/20-12/31- No School-WINTER BREAK
01/3-Teacher In-service, No students
See you on January 4, 2022!!!
1/10/22-PTO meeting 6:30pm
PE NEWS
Students are playing a variety of tag games, Rollerball, Bowling Pin Frenzy,
and a unique version of Hide and Seek. In grades K-2 our focus is on moving
safely among others, playing by the rules, proper form when throwing, and
taking turns. In grades 3-5 students focus on formulating strategies, playing by
the rules, winning and losing gracefully, and accountability. Your child has PE
every other day, please remember tennis shoes for your child. A good idea is to
keep tennis shoes in his/her backpack…just in case.
ART NEWS
Ho Ho Ho! Happy Holidays! The theme for the month is "Winter Wonderland". We are go-
ing to make some festive holiday projects featuring snowflakes, snow, and tinsel. Our skills
will include the principle of Unity and the elements of Color and Value. For our materials this
month we will continue using recycled items, as well as wood, wire, paint, cotton and fab-
ric. Thanks to my student's for all their great art ideas, and for this month's suggestions.
“Look at life with the eyes of a child.” ~ Henri Matisse
“I just decided, when someone says you can’t do something. DO MORE OF IT.” ~ Faith
Ringgold
MUSIC NEWS
Grade What We’re Learning Favorites
Kindergarten Steady Beat Johnny Works with One Ham-
mer, Bee Bee Bumblebee
1st Grade Ta & Ti-ti Here Sits a Mousie, In the Hall of
the Mountain King
2nd Grade Concert prep, Do Wallflowers, Johnny Caught a
Flea
3rd Grade Ti-Tika, Low La, How Many Miles to Babylon,
Let’s Put the Rooster in the Stew
4th Grade Concert Prep, Syncopated Epo-I Tai Tai, My Gal, Black
rhythm Snake, You’re a Mean One, Mr.
Grinch
5th Grade Minor Scale Brother Martin, Addams Family
Cup game, Going to Kentucky
COUNSELOR’S CORNER
RESPECT
DECEMBER 2021 CHARACTER TRAIT
This month, as part of Strasburg Elementary School’s Character Education program, the high-
lighted character trait is RESPECT. Respect means to honor and to show consideration and
value to people, property, the environment, and yourself. It means to treat others well even if
they look, act, or believe differently than you do. Dictionary definition: regard highly; think
much of; courteous regard for people's feelings; an attitude of admiration or esteem; a feeling
of friendship and esteem.
We will be encouraging SES students to be more aware of their actions this month in remem-
bering the following:
• We treat others the way we want to be treated.
• We take time to learn about, and give consideration to our differences.
• We listen and do not interrupt.
• We are on time.
• We use good manners.
• We follow the rules.
• We resolve problems peacefully, without insults or hurting others.
• We take good care of ourselves, our things, and our environment.
Please note below a list of some of the books that we will be reading with the students at all
grade levels in the elementary school. We encourage parents and/or grandparents to read aloud
to your child (ren) any of the listed books below, as well.
PreK
· Potatoes, Potatoes Anita Lobel
· I’m Like You, You’re Like Me Cindy Gainer
· On the Frontier with Mr. Audubon Barbara Brenner
· We Can Get Along Lauren Murphy Payne
Grades K-2 ● The Grouchy Ladybug, Eric Carle ● The Ugly Caterpillar, Eric Carle ● Big Al, Andrew Clements ● Charlie the Caterpillar, Dom Deluise ● Clifford and the Grouchy Neighbors, Norman Bridwell ● Can you say Peace, Karen Katz ● My Mouth is a Volcano Grades 3-5 ● Nana Upstairs, Nana Downstairs, Tomie dePaola ● William's Doll, Charlotte Zolotow ● Hey Little Ant, Phillip and Hannah Hoose ● Crick Wing, Janell Cannon ● Your job is easy, Carl Sommer Below we have also included a list of movies and/or clips for the whole family that focus on the general theme of respect. There are age recommendations included. · The Jackie Robinson Story (Trustworthiness, Respect, Citizenship; [8+] · The King and I (Trustworthiness; Respect; Courage, [8+] · Kit Kittredge: An American Girl (Respect; Caring; Trustworthiness; Citizenship; ) [6-10] · Finding Nemo (Responsibility; Respect; Father/Son; Friendship; [9-12] · Happy Feet - (Responsibility; Respect; Caring: Friendship; Courage; Self-Esteem; Disabili- ties) [5 - 8]
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