November 2016

Primary News Isanti Primary and Early Childhood Center 301 Heritage Blvd NW, Isanti, MN 55040 Office:(763) 691 -8778 Fax:(763) 691-8700 http://www.c-ischools.org/school/isanti-primary-school

From the Principal Dear Parents and Guardians, I hope everyone is doing well. We have had a very good first two months of school. Thank you for all of your support and encouragement. The conference data shows how important your child’s education is to you. We had over 97% of parents or guardians attend our fall conferences! A strong community is a reflection of the strength of the relationship between schools and parents. This is my 4th year as the principal at IPS and I am so impressed with the level of support each and every one of you have for your children and school. We had over 100 parents/guardians/grandparents visit us to see our annual Costume Parade. We appreciated your patients with us while we checked you in and out of the building. It was very fun seeing all the great costumes and witnessing the energy amongst students and staff as they were cheering and high fiving each other. A quick reminder as we head into the cold weather season; please send the necessary clothing for recess. I know how expensive jackets and other clothing is so please have your child check out our lost and found in the cafeteria if they happen to misplace something. It is very beneficial to have your child’s name on the tags so we can also help return the items when lost.

Family Game Night Join us for a night of games! When: Thursday, November 17, 2016 Time: 5:00 – 6:30 pm Pizza and refreshments will be served from 5:00-5:30 pm in the IPS Cafeteria. Game stations will run from 5:30–6:30 pm. Learn about games you can play at home to increase your child’s math skills with cards and dice (item will be provided to take home) as well as learning iPad games that are both fun and educational. Watch for information and a permission slip that will be coming home soon. RSVP by November 11, 2016. This FREE event is sponsored by IPS PTO.

Volunteers Wanted VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! IF INTERESTED EMAIL OR CALL MARY PIERCE ~ 651-755-5765 ~ [email protected]

Take care,

No School Thanksgiving Holiday – Thursday and Friday, November 24-25, 2016

Parent

Primary News

American Academy of Pediatrics Updates Treatments for Head Lice It's probably making you squirm just thinking about it – your child comes home from school scratching his head. He has lice. It's every parent's nightmare, but it is important to remember that head lice is a nuisance, not a serious disease or a sign of poor hygiene. An updated clinical report by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) "Head Lice," in the May 2015 issue of Pediatrics (published online April 27), provides information to pediatricians and other health practitioners on safe and effective methods for treating head lice, including new products and medications. Most cases of head lice are acquired outside of school. In the report, the AAP continues to recommend that a healthy child should not be restricted from attending school because of head lice or nits (eggs). Pediatricians are encouraged to educate schools and communities that no-nit policies are unjust and should be abandoned. Children can finish the school day, be treated, and return to school. Unless resistance has been seen in the community, pediatricians and parents should consider using over-thecounter medications containing 1 percent permethrin or pyrethrins as a first choice of treatment for active lice infestations. The best way to interrupt a chronic lice problem is with regular checks by parents and early treatment with a safe, affordable, over-the-counter pediculicide. After applying the product according to the manufacturer's instructions, parents should follow with nit removal and wet combing. The treatment should be reapplied at day 9, and if needed, at day 18. In areas with known resistance to an over-thecounter pediculicide, or when parents' efforts on their own do not work, parents should involve their pediatrician for treatment with a prescription medication such as spinosad or topical ivermectin. These are new medications that were introduced since the last time the AAP published recommendations on head lice in 2010. Once a family member is identified with head lice, Family members Accessshould be checked. The AAP does all household not recommend excessive environmental cleaning, such as home pesticides. However, washing pillow cases and treating natural bristle hair care items that may have been in contact with the hair of anyone found to have head lice are reasonable measures. While it is unlikely to prevent all cases of head lice, children should be taught not to share personal items such as combs, brushes, and hats. Regular observation by parents can also be an effective way to detect and quickly treat head lice infestations. Source: American Academy of Pediatrics (Copyright © 2015)

For the Calendar Picture Re-take Day

Wednesday, November 9 8:30 – 11:15 am Fundraiser Delivery: Wednesday, November 16 2:45 – 6:00 pm IPS Cafeteria

PTO News PTO Meeting Tuesday, December 6 at 6:30 pm PTO Reading Night Friday, November 4 from 6 – 7:30 pm Box Tops Keep saving your box tops! There will be monthly classroom winners. Our goal this year is $1800.00!!!

Student Pick Up Thank you very much for the continual efforts for the smooth pick up and drop off. With the weather changing, remind your child to walk on the sidewalk versus run. This can assist with students establishing a safe pattern which will allow them to be more prepared when the snow starts falling.

Family Access You can update your child's health information, family phone numbers, emergency contact numbers and e-mail accounts online. Simply click on Skyward Family at the bottom of the IPS website. PLEASE CONTINUE TO REVIEW AND/OR UPDATE THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR.

Attendance Line Remember, if your child will be absent or late you need to call our 24-hour attendance line. Please call that line early in the morning of your child’s absence. We do check that line each morning. The number is: 763-691-8770. For an attendance to be considered “excused” we must have a call or a note explaining the absence. Thanks!