Dear Coleman Families,
What a year! As I reflect on our highlights, two things stand out: the incredible academic growth of our students and the powerful unity we've built as a welcoming community.
I'm consistently in awe of our dedicated and highly skilled educators, and I've loved observing all the incredible learning our students engaged in this year.
In an increasingly complex global landscape, I am particularly grateful to lead a community as accepting, diverse, and resilient as Coleman. We are committed to welcoming all individuals and championing the voices of those who have been historically underrepresented. I firmly believe that at Coleman, we are fostering the development of compassionate leaders who will contribute positively to our world. Thank you for cultivating a safe and belonging environment for every community member.
Last Week of School
Our teachers will structure the days as much as possible to help students end the year strong. The excitement and anxiety of summer can bring up big feelings. Please check in with your students about ending the year strong—respect themselves, their friends, and the staff. This means asking for breaks when needed, using kind words, and continuing to have fun! When something doesn't feel right, ask for help, and don't let things build up.
Summertime
A few reminders. Students have put in a ton of hard work this school year, and we want to prevent the summer slide from happening. So... Read, Read, and Read! I suggest scheduling a weekly library visit. Set a goal with your students for how many books they are going to read over the summer and how many they will read each week, including the books that you read to your students.
Math and Math Facts
Set aside time to practice math facts every day, and an even better strategy is to make math facts come alive—whether that's counting the number of apples you need at the grocery store or figuring out how many slices of pizza you need to cut your whole pizza into for your 4th of July party.
Real-life experiences and Fun
We highly recommend setting aside weekly time for one-on-one exploration with your child. Simple trips to a creek to discover different habitats or a visit to the beach offer fantastic opportunities for rich language engagement.
Most importantly, encourage your child to disconnect from technology as much as possible. We suggest limiting tech time to 30 minutes daily for younger children and up to an hour for older students. We strongly recommend replacing tech time with play time!
To help facilitate this, consider setting up playdates with classmates. Encourage your child to reach out to a friend and get their caregiver's contact information so you can plan some fun together.
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