News You Can Use THREE RIVERS SCHOOL

THREE RIVERS SCHOOL
October 16, 2014
News You Can Use
“Teaching Responsible Scholars
October
24th…… End of 1st Quarter
31st…… Early Dismissal @11:00, School Improvement Day
November
5th…… Picture Re-Takes
6th ….. Parent/Teacher Conferences 4:00-8:00 PM
Early Dismissal @ 1:40 PM
7th…… Parent/Teacher Conferences 8:30-11:00 AM
No School for Students
6th Grade MAP Testing
18th,19th,20th…..
25th, 26th and 27th….. Thanksgiving Holiday
Report Cards Sent Home
Friday, October 31st
BOOK FAIR
Sir Readalot's Castle..... Enter the kingdom of books
Open Monday, November 3rd - Friday, November 7th
Students will have a chance to shop during their library times, and at lunch recess.
Open during Parent/ Teacher conferences.
6th Grade Boys Basketball
Tryouts for 6th Grade Boys Basketball will start on Monday, October 20th at 4:30-6:00 PM.
Parent/Teacher Conference Sign Up
Use Sign Up Genius to schedule your child(s) conferences
Parent‐TeacherConferencesareaveryimportantmeansofcommunicationbetweenhome
andschool.Parentsareencouragedtomakeanappointmentwiththeirchild’shomeroom
teacheratthefollowingwebsitehttp://tinyurl.com/TRS-2014-Conferences
ConferenceswillbeheldonThursday,November6thfrom4:00–8:00PMandFriday,
November7thfrom8:30‐11:00AM.
Ms.HillsourschoolcounselorwillbeavailableforconferencesonThursdayeveningand
Fridaymorning.Mr.Fracassi,Mr.Becker,Mrs.Freehaufwillbeavailableforconferences
onFriday,from8:30‐11:00AM.
1).
Clickon(orcopy)http://tinyurl.com/TRS-2014-Conferences
2).
Scroll to find the teacher you want to see and click on “Sign up” in the time slot available.
3).
Enter your student’s name in the white box, fill in your name and Email address and click
on the “sign up”. Choose to be a member so you can make changes if needed-it’s FREE!
4).
If you would like Email confirmation, you must check the box “Send Email Confirmation”.
5).
Click on “My Account” on the top right hand corner to see your schedule and to
make changes if necessary.
PleasecalltheThreeRiversOfficewithanyquestionsorconcernsat(815)467‐4313.
LUNCH ACCOUNTS: If you haven’t replenished your child’s lunch
account yet, you may want to do so at this time. Please check your child’s account on
Power School. When sending in lunch money, please make sure you fill out a lunch
deposit form. Please put your form and money in an envelope with your students name
on it, marked Lunch Money.
Misconceptions and a Controversial Subject Matter
The Bullies 2 Buddies program can be misinterpreted at first glance. Bullying can be a controversial subject
matter. As research indicates, many anti-bullying efforts are not working. Punishing the bully and emphasizing
the role of the bystander are both common in the media. What about the person being teased? Bullies 2
Buddies is a program that works with the child who is being teased by giving him/her tips and skills on what to
say back to de-escalate the situation by fostering assertiveness and self-confidence.
The problem is not going to go away by being passive, letting it happen and hoping the problem will go away.
It will most likely not go away with aggressive tactics either since the aggression may cycle. By teaching the
child how and when to apply assertive skills, it empowers them to be able to quickly solve a conflict before the
problem continues to persist thus, escalating into bullying.
Whether your child is being bullied or not, this is a great program that helps teach our children how to develop
confidence and nurture interactive, assertive social skills. Unfortunately, there are mean people all throughout
life, so teaching our children preventative, de-escalation tactics and assertive skills will help them to become
more independent and self-confident individuals.
FAQ:
Because this program works with the student being teased, does this mean the bully is dismissed or goes
unpunished?
- By no means do we dismiss the bully type behaviors. Teachers and staff are trained to intervene when
necessary. Bullies 2 Buddies teaches when it is appropriate to tell an adult and when/how they can
appropriately apply assertive social skills instead to solve a conflict.
By working with the child who is considered the victim, does this mean Bullies 2 Buddies is blaming him/her?
- By working with the victim as well, this does not imply that this is the victim’s fault. These are simply
preventative tips and measures on how to apply assertive skills to keep a conflict from escalating, since
teachers and parents will not always be there to protect the child from hurtful words being said.
Does this mean Bullies 2 Buddies is implying that it is okay to ignore our feelings when they are hurt?
- By no means does this dismiss the child’s feelings being hurt either. It is healthy for the child to talk their
feelings out and gain advice on how to be assertive and handle the situation next time from an adult or
trusted friend. Bullies 2 Buddies states that if someone hurts you, show you are hurt, not angry. Many
times it is programmed into us to get angry when someone hurts you. Assertiveness is a matter of control.
If you are angry, you are not in control.
Learning these skills do not appear overnight, it is a long term plan your child can practice and use for the rest
of their lives in order to handle conflict effectively.
For more information on Bullies 2 Buddies by Izzy Kalman, please visit www.bullies2buddies.com
Additional information for parents that help teach your child assertive skills through the Bully Expert Toolkit, please visit
www.thebullyexpert.com
Izzy Kalman
Tech Talk….Internet Safety
Password Safety
As our children progress through school, they will find themselves faced with situations where they are using
login information for all sorts of accounts. Sometimes that login information is provided to the students, such as
student account login information used for the computers here at school. But sometimes students have to create
their own login information, and password management becomes an issue. It is common for students (and
sometimes adults, too!) to create easy-to-remember passwords or create passwords and then forget what they
are. The link below provides some good information about how to create and remember passwords so
information stays safe and secure!
Click here to read more about password safety: http://www.gcflearnfree.org/internetsafety/2
PICTURE RE-TAKES
Picture re-takes will be Wednesday, November 5th.
Students who were absent on picture day, students who forgot to turn in their picture money,
and students who are not satisfied with their first set of pictures, will need to have their pictures
taken at this time. If you are dissatisfied with your original pictures you must return the
ENTIRE PACKET of original pictures to the Three Rivers office by Tuesday, November 4th.
MusicBoosterNews! 
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Hurry,hurry,hurry!Thereisstilltimetosignupforourfabulousfundraiser.The3rdannualForte5kRun/Walk
takesplacethisSaturday,October18that9:00a.m.Joinus,thechoirandthepepbandforagreatcommunityevent.
Wehopetoseeyouthere!
OurmeetingdatesforbothNovemberandDecemberhavechanged.PleasemarkyourcalendarsforNovember4th
andDecember2ndandjoinusatThreeRiversSchoolArtroomforthe7:00p.m.meetings.Allmusicparentsare
morethanwelcome!Wewouldlovetohaveyouattend.
SpiritWearformswillbecominghomeverysoon.Pleaselookoverthegreatitemswehavetoofferthisyear!
UpcomingDates:
10/18:Forte5kRun/Walk,ChannahonStatePark,9:00a.m.
10/23:PepbandforGirlsbasketball,5:15p.m.
11/4:CMBmeeting,7:00p.m.,TRSArtroom
Kicking Cancer to the Curb Kickball
Tournament
October 24th
The Kicking Cancer to the Curb Kickball Tournament 2
- Roster sheets and fees are due by 10/22
- 5th and 6th grade students will need to be driven to CJHS because bus transportation will not be available.
- If you would like to make a monetary donation or donate a raffle prize you may do so by turning it in at the main office
of CJHS or TRS.
- Pumpkin Decorations, Music, Raffle Prizes, Concessions Stand, TRS vs CJHS Staff Kickball Game, and More!
- Student Council's goal is to raise $4,000
- ALL profits will be going to help fight cancer in our community.
- If you have any questions please email Mr. Ted Martin and tmartin@csd17.org
Is the flu vaccine a good idea?
The flu vaccine is, indeed, a good idea for families. The flu shot does not cause the flu and it keeps kids and parents from getting sick. Getting the flu
is worse than having a cold and can make a person sick for a week or more.
Infants younger than 6 months can't get the vaccine, but if the parents and older kids in the household get it, that will help protect the baby. This is
important because infants are more at risk for serious complications from the flu.
Who Should Be Immunized?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now recommends a flu vaccine for everyone 6 months of age and older (instead of just certain
groups, as was recommended before). But it's especially important that those in higher-risk groups get vaccinated. They include:
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all kids 6 months through 4 years old
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anyone 65 years and older
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women who will be pregnant during flu season
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anyone whose weakened immune system is weakened from medications or illnesses (like HIV infection)
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residents of long-term care facilities, such as nursing homes
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any adult or child with chronic medical conditions, such as asthma
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kids or teens who take aspirin regularly and are at risk for developing Reye syndrome if they get the flu
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health care personnel who have direct contact with patients
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caregivers or household contacts of anyone in a high-risk group (like children younger than 6 months)
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Native Americans and Alaskan Natives
Certain circumstances would prevent a person from getting the vaccine. If your child falls into any of the groups below, talk to your doctor to see if
the vaccine is still recommended:
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infants under 6 months old
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anyone who's severely allergic to eggs and egg products. (People with a mild egg allergy can receive the vaccine, but it should be given in a
doctor's office so that they can be monitored for side effects for 30 minutes after the shot is given.)
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anyone who's ever had a severe reaction to a flu vaccination
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anyone with Guillain-Barré syndrome (a rare condition that affects the immune system and nerves)
If your child is sick and has a fever, talk to your doctor about rescheduling the flu shot.
When Should Kids Get Vaccinated?
Flu season runs from October to May. It's best to get a flu shot early in the season, as it gives the body a chance to build up immunity to, or protection
from, the flu. But getting a shot later in the season is still better than not getting the vaccine at all.
Those who don't like shots might be able to get the vaccine in a nasal spray. Your doctor can tell you if this is an option for you or your kids.
http://kidshealth.org/parent/general/body/flu_vaccine.html
Market Day Pick-Up Wednesday, October 22nd from 5:30-6:30pm Galloway School.
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HALLOWEEN SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
Costume Safety:
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Use make-up or face paint instead of mask, but if mask are used, make sure that they fit
properly and have hole large enough for mouth and eyes.
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Wear brightly colored clothing/or put on glow-in-dark patched or strips on your costume
so vehicles can see you. Clothing should be short enough and shoes should fit properly to
prevent tripping.
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Choose costumes that are marked flame retardant
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Make props such as magic wands and swords out of cardboard rather than metal or wood
Trick-or-Treat Safety:
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Give and accept wrapped or packaged candy only.
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Children should bring home treats for adult inspection before they are eaten.
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Accompany small and elementary school age children when they are trick-or-treating and
send older children in groups.
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Go out in daylight and carry a flashlight in case of delay.
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Stay within your neighborhood; only visit homes you know
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Make sure you cross streets at corners
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Have your parents check Illinois State Police Sex Offender registry website for addresses
of known child sex offenders in the neighborhood www.isp.state.il.us/sor/
TRICK OR TREAT HOURS:
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2014
4:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. (Channahon)
5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. (Shorewood)
3:00 P.M.- 6:00 P.M. (Joliet)
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