Ricebird Report 9/25/26

Oct 1st- Picture Retakes

Oct 2nd- Custodian Appreciation Day

Oct 9th- Parent-Teacher Conferences

This week, encourage your child to connect new learning to something they already know. When reading a story, learning a new math skill, or discussing a topic, ask questions such as, “What does this remind you of?” or “How is this similar to something you've learned before?”

The brain learns best when it can connect new information to existing knowledge. Making connections helps children better understand concepts, retain information longer, and apply their learning in different situations. Strong connections lead to deeper understanding and improved academic success.

Look for opportunities to connect school learning to everyday life. If your child is learning about measurement, have them help measure ingredients while cooking. If they are reading about communities, talk about the people and places that make your community special. These real-world connections help learning become meaningful and memorable.

Parent Engagement Tip: Attend School Events

This week, look for opportunities to participate in school events and activities. Whether it's Grandparents Day, a PTO event, a family night, a performance, or a campus celebration, your presence sends a powerful message that school is important.

When children see their families involved in school, they feel supported, encouraged, and proud. Family participation helps strengthen the connection between home and school while creating positive memories that students will carry with them for years to come.

Take a few minutes at the beginning of each week to review school communications and upcoming events. Adding important dates to your calendar can help ensure your family stays connected to all the great things happening at Hutchins Elementary.

This week, encourage your child to look for acts of kindness in the people around them. Whether it's a classmate sharing supplies, a sibling helping with a chore, or a teacher offering encouragement, taking time to notice kindness helps children develop a more positive and caring outlook.

Capturing Kids' Hearts emphasizes building strong relationships through respect, care, and connection. When children recognize the kindness of others, they become more likely to show kindness themselves. This helps create a culture where everyone feels valued, supported, and included.

At dinner or before bedtime, ask your child, “What is one act of kindness you noticed today?” Then share one of your own. Making kindness a regular topic of conversation helps children become more aware of the positive impact they can have on others.