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Happy Friday, Zinser Families!
February is Mental Health Awareness Month, and at Zinser we believe that emotional well-being is just as important as physical health in helping children thrive. During this month, we focus on mental health to:
Promote Emotional Well-being: Helping children recognize and express their feelings in healthy ways builds resilience and confidence.
Encourage Healthy Coping Skills: Teaching kids how to manage stress, solve problems, and ask for help supports lifelong success.
Foster a Supportive Community: When we talk openly about mental health, we create a safe space where children feel understood and valued.
Reduce Stigma: Mental health challenges can affect anyone. By normalizing conversations about emotions, we teach children that it’s okay to seek support.
Throughout the month, we will be incorporating age-appropriate activities and discussions to help students build self-awareness, empathy, and emotional regulation skills. We encourage you to continue these conversations at home. Thank you for partnering with us in supporting the well-being of our students!
Best regards, Mrs. Johnston
Important Dates
2/11 Zinser Family Council Meeting
2/12 Spring Count Day
2/14-2/18 Mid-Winter Break
Happy Friday, Zinser Families!
Dear Families It’s been an unusual week with our time off due to snow days and cold weather. I'm excited to return to our learning adventures next week! I truly appreciate the partnership we share in supporting our students' education. Thank you for your continued support, and I look forward to a great week ahead!
Best regards, Mrs. Johnston
Important Dates
2/4 Morning Knight Chat with Superintendent Hopkins
2/11 Zinser Family Council Meeting
2/12 Spring Count Day
2/14-2/18 Mid Winter Break
Happy Friday, Zinser Families!
I hope this message finds you well as we continue to move through January. With the winter season in full swing, I’d like to remind everyone about the importance of staying warm and safe. Please ensure your children are dressed appropriately for the colder weather, including coats, hats, and gloves. If your family is in need of winter clothing, don’t hesitate to reach out to our office—we are here to support you.
There will be no school next Monday as we take time to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. He shared many inspiring and wise words that are perfect for kids to learn about kindness, fairness, and making the world a better place. Which is your favorite?
"The time is always right to do what is right."
"I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear."
"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'"
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that."
"If I cannot do great things, I can do small things in a great way."
Be sure to more newsletter content below to find out more from our school nurse, Family Council, and community partners.
Brooke Johnston
Principal
Important Dates
1/20 - No School
1/21 - Roller Skating Party
1/24 - Popcorn Friday
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