Dorena School Family

  March 14th, 2025 We have made it to the final stretch before spring break! We know everyone is feeling a bit like their batteries are running low, but this is when we pull together. I have been so impressed with our attendance lately, thank you all for helping to get your kids to school on time every day!  Your kids have worked so hard, and we're committed to keeping momentum going this week. We promise to keep them engaged, learning, and of course having some fun!  Thank you for your continued support, your patience, and maybe a few extra bedtime reminders to help everyone show up ready for these last few days. The light at the end of the tunnel isn't a train--- it's spring break! Let's do this!  Announcements: PBIS Theme: Social Skills  Goals:  I can be a whole-body listener when others are speaking. I can attempt to problem-solve or get help from adults. I can work cooperatively with others.  We will NOT have STEM/ROBOTICS club on 3/12 or 3/19 so ...

  Feb 28th, 2025 We have made it to the final stretch before spring break! We know everyone is feeling a bit like their batteries are running low, but this is when we pull together. I have been so impressed with our attendance lately, thank you all for helping to get your kids to school on time every day!  Your kids have worked so hard, and we're committed to keeping momentum going this week. We promise to keep them engaged, learning, and of course having some fun!  Thank you for your continued support, your patience, and maybe a few extra bedtime reminders to help everyone show up ready for these last few days. The light at the end of the tunnel isn't a train--- it's spring break! Let's do this!  Announcements: PBIS Theme: Social Skills  Goals:  I can be a whole-body listener when others are speaking. I can attempt to problem-solve or get help from adults. I can work cooperatively with others.  We will NOT have STEM/ROBOTICS club on 3/12 or 3/19 so pl...

  February 14th, 2025 Roses are red, Violets are blue, Our classroom is brighter Because of all you do. From morning routines To love that you show, Your care plants the seeds That help students grow. You cheer every step, You guide every way, Building a future With each passing day. On this Valentine’s Day, We just want to say: Thank you, dear families, For all you portray. ❤️ Announcements: PBIS Theme: Emotional Regulation Goals:  I can recognize when I'm feeling upset and use my words or tools to calm down/regulate.  I can pause and think before I speak or act, even when I am excited or upset, and make an appropriate choice.  We are changing the time for our Wednesday afterschool STEM/Robotics club from 12:30-3:15 to 12:30-2:30pm, ALL students will need to be picked up by 2:30pm!  Our First Family Night of the year is coming up this Friday 2/21! Come see your student's art, join us for a spaghetti dinner, and fun door prizes!  2/21 will be the 100th day...

  February 5th, 2025 First week of February and it started off with a bang! From starting self-managers, to our new attendance challenge, and SNOW! We are so proud of our Dorena families. With all of the sudden changes with transportation and navigating all of that this week, you all ROCKED it! We have lots of exciting things coming up this month and are excited to share them with you all.  Announcements: PBIS Theme: Emotional Regulation Goals:  I can recognize when I'm feeling upset and use my words or tools to calm down/regulate.  I can pause and think before I speak or act, even when I am excited or upset, and make an appropriate choice.  We started self-managers this week! Self Managers in a positive behavior system we have in place for students to work towards earning becoming a self manager each week. Our goal this month is to regulate our emotions. When a student earns being a self-manager, they earn special privileges and responsibilities such as getting...