The one main objective of a strategic plan is to give an organization direction and focus.  In order to maintain the focus we need to keep the objectives of the strategic plan in mind with virtually everything we do.  Therefore, I want to continue my thoughts regarding communication, as communication is the first of four objectives of our strategic plan.  A couple of weeks ago I shared the ladder for building consensus.  From that ladder came a number of comments, one of which is the role of “conflict” in coming to consensus.  Conflict in and of itself is not bad, in fact it does allow the parties involved to see varied points of view, resulting in coming to a more informed decision.  However, it is very important that all sides hear and understand the other side’s point of view in the event of a conflict.  To quote Steven Covey “seek first to understand, then to be understood”.  In consensus building, perhaps the greatest attribute is in the ability to listen, to understand the other position or point of view, only then can dialogue toward an informed decision begin.

Have a great weekend!  

If your child is celebrating their birthday here at school, please make sure the treats brought in are either non-edible or on the approved snack list below.  We will not send home treats that do not appear on the approved list because they do not support the school’s wellness policy.    You must check with your child's homeroom  teacher first prior to sending treats.  Many students have serious Food Allergies, and we need to be sure that the treats will be safe for all children.  Treats that students are allergic to will not be distributed. 

ALL treats must be distributed in the child's homeroom.  Treats brought to the Lunchroom by students to be distributed, will be confiscated and disposed of.

BIRTHDAY TREATS
The birthday treat policy indicates that birthday treats provided at school must be listed on the approved snack list or be inedible treats. Please see below for approved birthday snacks: (As a district, we are not endorsing these brands. We are trying to make the items on the list easy for you to find.)

HEALTHY SNACKS
All labels must be intact and may not have any ingredients that may contain nuts, or be manufactured in the same facility as nuts if there is a child with a NUT ALLERGY in the individual classroom . Check with your child’s homeroom teacher prior to sending any treats to school. All snacks/treats sent must be pre-packaged/individually portioned by the manufacturer. Treats must meet these requirements or they will not be distributed to the children. (NO CUPCAKES AND CANDY) This includes take-home treat bags. Treats sent must be able to be distributed to all children in the classroom.

Click on the attached file to see a complete list of acceptable treats! APPROVED_BIRTHDAY_TREATS_LIST.pdf