Fairview  Angels
 
February 2008

Newsletter
                                     

Help Us Recycle!
Our recycling container is here for plastics.  Please use the trailer for plastics and the dumpster for aluminum cans.  Please do not put trash in either container.  We are recycling #1 and #2 plastics.  If you need to identify plastics for out recycling, check the number on the bottom of the item.  Large items such as milk jugs, orange juice jugs and laundry detergent jugs need to be crushed so they take up less space and it will keep them from blowing out of the trailer.  Be sure to remove all lids before putting them in the container. 

We are continuing to recycle these items:  PHONE BOOKS ARE A PRIORITY RIGHT NOW;  cardboard, newspaper, can tabs, plastic bottles, plastic bags, ink cartridges, cell phones, and other electronics.  Together we can help save our earth!

Mittens                                     Mitten Tree
Wow!!!  What a wonderful response to the call for mittens, gloves and scarves!  We collected 110 mittens, gloves, 58 hats, and 25 scarves for needy children in Blount County.  Thank you for responding in such a generous way.  The tree was enjoyed by all.
4-H Public Speaking Contest
Congratulations to Brock Rowell and Alexander Horrocks for representing Fairview at the 4-H Public Speaking Contest on January 17, 2008 at William Blount Middle School. 

Afternoon Pick-up Suggestions
For the protection of our children, Office Postel has requested that students load on the driver's side of the car to avoid walking between vehicles.  Thank you for your cooperation. 

Congratulations To Our Third Grade Teachers
The Blount County Education Foundation has awarded our third grade teachers $1,200 to purchase science and social studies books.  This funding is much appreciated and provides materials that will be used to provide our students with an excellent education.  A big thank you to the BCEF! 

Stop the Spread of Germs That Make You and Others Sick! 
Cover your cough and with a tissue or the inside of your arm.  Put your tissue in a waste basket and wash with soap and water.  We want you to feel good and be happy. 

Principle Points to Ponder                                               "Snooze or Lose"
                                                                                          Nymag.com/news/features/38951
A recent article in the New York Magazine News and Features states that "Overstimulated, overscheduled kids are getting at least an hour's less sleep than they need, a deficiency that, new research reveals, has the power to set their cognitive abilities back years."  Sleep scientists have been able recently to isolate and measure the impact of a single lost hour.  Because children's brains are developing until 21 years of age, and because much of that work is done while a child is asleep, the loss of sleep can cause permanent changes in a child's brain structure.  It's possible that many characteristics of teens and pre-teens, such as, depression, moodiness and binge eating are actually symptoms of sleep deprivation.  A recent study also showed that, "A loss of one hour of sleep is equivalent to the loss of two years of cognitive maturation and development".  Sleep plays a vital role in the synthesizing and storing information.  In other words, what your child learned at school today will be processed and stored during the various stages of sleep tonight.  Studies show that on the average, children who sleep less are fatter than children who sleep more!  WOW!  Check out the chart below: 


Age

 Amount of
Sleep Needed
Characteristics of Sleep
Sleep Developmental Milestones
School-Age
(5 - 12 Years)
 Total Average:
10 -11 Hours
 Increasing demands on children's time can lead to sleep deprivation:  Impact of TV, computers, caffeine
and medical conditions on sleep.
 Establish lifetime sleep
and health habits; 
Be alert for persistent sleep problems and daytime sleepiness.

Tips for School-Age Children
  • Introduce healthy sleep habits, disease prevention and health promotion.
  • Continue to emphasize the need for a regular and consistent sleep schedule and bedtime routine.
  • The child's bedroom should be conducive to sleep-:  dark, cool, and quiet.  TV's and computers should be off and out of the bedroom. 
  • Set limits.
  • Avoid caffeine.
  • Watch for signs of chronic difficulty sleeping, loud snoring, difficulty breathing, unusual nighttime awakenings and frequent daytime sleepiness. 
Talk to your doctor if you observe any of the following symptoms: 
  • A newborn or infant is extremely and consistently fussy.
  • A child is having problems breathing or breathing is noisy.
  • A child snores, especially if the snoring is loud. 
  • Unusual nightime awakenings.
  • Difficulty falling asleep and maintaining sleep, especially if you see daytime sleepiness and / or behavioral problems.

February Dates to Remember
February 5
 Election Day       No School for Students or Teachers
February 6
 Writing Assessment and mid 9 weeks report
February 12
 Reading Rally Kickoff 2:00 P.M.
February 13
 Wellness Committee meeting (7:50 - 8:50 A.M.)
February 14
 School Wide Science Fair
February 14
 Fairview Family Team meeting at 7:00 P.M. (Kindergarten Performance)
February 15
 No School
February 18
 No School
February 20
 Paperless Day
February 26
 Science Fair at Heritage High School
February 29
 Tomato Head is donating 100 % from the sale of a certain sandwich to Tremont

Play Practice
Play Practice will be Monday and Wednesday from 3:00 - 4:00 P.M. each week during February with the exception of February 18th (no school). 

Valentine's Day Reminders
As we prepare for Valentine's Day, remember to send only "healthy snacks".  No candy, suckers, or high fat cupcakes or cookies will be accepted.  We appreciate your support as we try to teach our children healthy eating habits. 


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