No school Friday, January 19 due to inclement weather and road conditions.
Thank you to everyone who attended Parent Summit 2024. What topics would you like to see in 2025?
Message from Elsberry FFA:
The FFA is trying something new this winter. We are asking for any gently used or new clothes from now until February 2nd. Clothes can be dropped off at the Elsberry High School entrance, Clarence Cannon Elementary office, or the Ag Building. We are taking baby clothes to adult clothes and anything in between them.
Then on February 19th, we are setting up the Elementary Gym with all the clothes for anyone from the community to pick out and pick up anything they may need.
The idea is to recycle any clothes that people may have and get the clothes to people in our community who may need them. So we are looking for clothing donations and then help getting the word out about the clothing handout date on February 19th starting at 5pm in the elementary gym.
If you have any questions please contact Sarah Ray or Jason Vandivort.
Which 2024 Parent Summit session, or sessions, are you planning to attend on Thursday, January 18?
-Creating a Neurodiversity Affirming World with Emily Kircher-Morris
-ADHD Parent and Professional Panel
-Challenging Behavior and Effective Discipline
-Phone and Technology Addiction
-Anxiety and Depression
-FAFSA Completion Workshop
Would you be interested in attending parent summit virtually? Parent Summit is Thursday, January 18 starting at 6 p.m. Follow the link for the virtual schedule.
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Parent Summit, Thursday, January 18, 2024
Emily Kircher-Morris, LPC, is the host of The Neurodiversity Podcast, which explores the psychological, educational, and social needs for enriching the lives of neurodivergent people. She is the author of several books for parents and educators related to the development of children and teens who are neurodivergent and cognitively gifted. Her private practice outside of St. Louis, Missouri specializes in mental health support for neurodivergent kids, teens, and their families.
She will be presenting Creating a Neurodiversity-Affirming World on Thursday, January 18, 2024 as part of Parent Summit. The neurodiversity movement is empowering people who learn and think differently to change the world. Cognitive giftedness, ADHD, autism, and dyslexia are a few of the types of brains that fall under the umbrella of neurodiversity. During this talk, Emily will synthesize what we know about neurodivergent people and how we can create a neurodiversity-affirming world.
School is canceled on Tuesday, January 16 due to inclement weather conditions
“Peace is not merely a distant goal that we seek, but a means by which we arrive at that goal.” Martin Luther King Jr.
Parent Summit, Thursday, January 18, 2024
Anxiety and Depression
This presentation will cover the signs and symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma and their overlap in youth. We will be discussing identification, interventions, resources, and skills to support youth in navigating difficult emotional and mental health issues.
Due to forecasted road conditions the Elsberry R-2 School District will release at 1 p.m. today, Friday, January 12. All afterschool activities, Homecoming, E2, and Explorer's Club are cancelled.
The basketball game vs. Louisiana will be postponed until Monday, January 15 at 5:30 p.m. Homecoming has been rescheduled for February 9 vs. Mark Twain.
Parent Summit, Thursday, January 18, 2024
Phone and Technology Addiction
Research has been done on smartphone/technology usage and its impact on all adolescents for so many years. It is not a new issue at all. But the increasing trend of cell phone addiction and poor psychological and physiological health of adolescents is a reality we are facing as parents. Let’s learn how to recognize the symptoms and help our teens overcome their smartphone/technology addiction.
Do you or someone you know need some assistance during this time of extreme cold? Here are some local resources.
Parent Summit, Thursday, January 18, 2024
Challening Behavior and Effective Discipline
Behaviors are a form of communication, sometimes these behaviors are challenging which can lead to frustrations with parents and children. In this session we will learn ways to reduce frustrations and support your child with self regulation using acceptance, communication, calming and coping strategies.
Parent Summit, Thursday, January 18, 2024
ADHD Parent and Professional Panel
It seems like ADHD diagnoses are on the rise and ADHD is having a large impact on the daily lives of children and families. How do families cope? What works well; what doesn’t? Is medication the only answer? How do you navigate medication? You are not alone. Come interact with a panel of honest parents, teachers, and community members for a discussion about ADHD in families.
The Elsberry R-2 School District will be closed Wednesday, January 10 due to inclement weather.
Parent Summit, Thursday, January 18 2024
FAFSA Completion workshop for Seniors, presented by Tori Towery, EHS counselor and E2 21st CCLC Site Coordinator
The FAFSA form is an application for federal student aid. Filling it out can help students pay for college or career school. Senior families will be able to ask questions and receive any needed help through the FAFSA process. Bring a copy of your 2022 Federal Income Tax Return documents.
The Elsberry R-2 School District will be closed Tuesday, January 9 due to inclement weather.
Don't miss parent summit this year on Thursday, January 18, 2024.
Update: January date is cancelled due to inclement weather.
Food on the Move will be at Elsberry High School from 11:00am – 12:30pm Upcoming dates: January 9, February 13, March 12, April 9, May 14, June 11 (The second Tuesday of every month.)
Please see letter from Dr. Reller
