"Super Speller." If their favorite form of technology is
using the computer, have them play a game on the internet that correlates with what they are learning in
school. When teachers and parents take the time to build
strong relationships, children win. Even with the de-mand of tight schedules, technology is here to save the
day and allows for everyone involved to be able to communicate in an instant. With a little bit of effort on
both sides, families and schools alike can connect, and in the process students will do better in school and in
life. Check with your child’s teacher to see if they have set up Class Dojo.
What's in Your Backpack?
When your child gets home from school, start a discussion about their day by asking the simple question "What’s in your
backpack?" You'll soon discover that this simple question will lead to a whole discussion about what happened at school.
Open your child's backpack and go through each paper,
having them explain what they did while it is fresh in their
mind.
Make specific comments about each paper, which will
help your child feel proud about their school work. Have your child walk through each paper and talk about what
he/she learned. Study Smart
Help your child develop studying skills by using these tips:
Have your child study every day, regardless if there is a
test or homework due. If they have a spelling test every Friday, have them study their words for a few minutes each day. By doing so, your child will develop a good study habit.
Use his/her favorite form of technology to help them study. For instance, if they love the iPad have them download an
app. There are a lot of great apps to download to help stu-dents study their spelling words, such as "Spelling City" or
The School PBIS store was officially
opened on February 26. This is part of the
School PBIS Committee’s project to encour-
age students to continuously behave well in
school. Students receive Tiger Dollars as a
reward for whatever positive behavior they
exhibit in the classroom/school whether
academics, manners or helping others. There
are a lot of items in the stores that they can
purchase using their “Tiger Bucks”.
Ms. Jacqueline Harper, School Guidance
Counselor spearheaded the project.
PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions
and Support) aims to create a positive
school climate in which students learn and
grow. This includes feeling of safety, respect,
engagement in learning, involvement in
school life, involvement of teachers, stu-
dents, and family. Keep earning your tiger
bucks.
Tiger & Home Connection
PBIS Store Opens
Tiger News F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 9 V O L U M E 1 , I S S U E 5
Reminders for
Parents
10 Ways to Help your Child Succeed
in Elementary School
1. Attend Back-to-
School Night and Parent-Teacher Conferences.
2. Visit the School and its Website.
3. Support Home-work Expectations.
4. Send Your Child to School Ready to Learn.
5. Teach Organiza-tional Skills.
6. Teach Study Skills. 7. Know the Discipli-
nary Policy. 8. Get Involved. 9. Take Attendance
Seriously. 10. Make Time to Talk
about School. Source: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/school-help-elementary.html
By Jewel Marrow, Assistant Principal This section will be dedicated to giving parents helpful
tips that can be used with their children.
“It takes a village to raise a child”
African Proverb
Visit our Webpage: https://www.halifax.k12.nc.us/
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P A G E 2
100 Days of Learning
Science on Stage
“Lets Get Physical” Grant Ms. Camille Steele, Pre-K
Teacher received a grant from
DonorChoose “Let’s Get
Physical”. It is about engaging
in large motor activities that
require strength and coordina-
tion of body movements to
enable children to gain control
over their bodies and aids in
muscle development. It also
incorporates safe activities
that require balance and
control and supports devel-
opmentally appropriate physi-
cal growth. The targeted
learning objectives include Gross Motor Development, Spatial Awareness, Coordi-
nation, Health and Wellness. The students are now en-
joying the grant. Thank you DonorChoose for supporting
to work with microscopes,
and watch presentations on
the effects of nitrogen.
Students were also able to
study gravity and air
pressure. Overall, the event
was a success and served as
inspiration for future
scientist.
Students and staff
enjoyed the educational fun
provided by “Science on
Stage” presentation. Carla
Robinson, Community
Outreach Educator, from
UNC, helped students
explore the mysteries of
science. Students were able
Students enjoyed celebrating
the 100th days of learning in
school. It was a great way for
teachers to celebrate the various
mathematical concepts that can be
taught using the number 100. Stu-
dents enjoyed counting and sing-
ing to 100 by ones and tens. They
enjoyed physical activities such as
walking 100 steps. Kindergarten
students got into the spirit of the
celebration by dressing up like
they were 100 years old!
T I G E R N E W S
Kindergarten
students dress-up
to look like 100
years old!
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Mr. Riddick with the Kindergarten students
P A G E 3 V O L U M E 1 , I S S U E 5
George Washington Carver and Friends Field Trip The Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten,
and 1st grade classes had their field trip to
the Halifax Community College (The
Centre) in Weldon Tuesday February 26.
The Children watched a play entitled
“George Washington Carver and Friends”
in celebration of the Black History Month.
One of the most remarkable scientists of all
-time, George Washington Carver, led an
incredible and interesting life. The Children
saw him come to life and meet some of the
other incredible scientists and ground-
breakers of Black History including Jackie
Robinson, the First Black to in Major
League Baseball; George Crum, Inventor of
Potato Chips; Willie Johnson, Inventor of
Egg Beater; Madame CJ Walker, Inventor
of Beauty Products; Dr. Daniel Hale
Williams, The First Black Heart Surgeon;
Dennis Weatherby, Inventor Lemon-
Scented Cascade; Booker T. Washington,
Equal Rights (Educator, author, orator, and
advisor to presidents of the United States);
Thurgood Marshall, First Black Supreme
Court Justice; and Mary McLeod Bethune,
American Educator.
The scholars and the teachers treat-
ed themselves to Applebees and enjoyed
their field trip.
Black History Month Celebration Everetts Elementary STEM Academy celebrated Black
History Month last February. Ms. Williams’ 1st grade class
had been learning about Black History all month and they had
a chance to dress up and present to their classmates
information about their favorite famous African American per-
sonalities that contributed to make this county a great nation.
In addition, the Halifax County School District sponsored
a Black History Program 2019 with the theme: “Perspectives
on the Civil Rights Movement Empowering-Celebration-
Enlightening” on February 13 held at the School’s Auditorium.
Aurelian Spring, Hollister, Northwest joined Everetts and
Davie in the celebration. J Flunky Oneness group performed
while Dr. Chambliss and Mr. Pierce did some presentations.
Please visit the website for more pictures of the celebration.
Pre-K - K’Emya Lee &
Saleigha Reed
Kindergarten - Donquel Gupton &
Olivia Richardson
1st Grade - Tavarius William &
Peter Doman
2nd Grade - Jayla Sykes &
Eric Cervantez
3rd Grade - Kilyiah Williams &
Jamya Goode
4th Grade - Amaryana Jarrell &
Aiden Boyd
5th Grade - Amber Green &
Zaquaysha Benette
Congratulations Mr. Andrew Parker, Health and Physical Education
Teacher at Everetts Elementary STEM Academy for being the February Em-
ployee of the month. He was born in Wilmington, North Carolina and was
the oldest brother out of 7 children. He attended North Brunswick High
School and was a four sport lettermen. He graduated from Chowan Univer-
sity in Fall 2015 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Physical Education K-
12. While attending Chowan, He played numerous sports and was the Ping
Pong Champion on his junior year. He met his wife Brittney Parker when He
was on the Tennis Team in his freshmen year. They have been together for 9
year and blessed with a son named Jeremiah and a baby on the way. He loves
fishing and anime (Japanese Cartoons). He has been fishing since a young age,
and Anime came along during his high school life. He dreamed of becoming a
teacher since early age. He wanted to teach people. He was inspired by the
late Steve Irwin “the Crocodile Hunter” because of his passion to teach
people and his enthusiasm to help push educational message to the public.
Again, Congratulations from your Everetts family!
A SHOUT OUT goes out to Ms. Sheree Doman and Ms. Vanetta Flynn for being recognized as Level 4 and Level 5 Educators at Mon-day night's Board of Education Meeting. Last month Ms. Flynn and Ms. Marvalee Marsh were recognized at the board meeting for having high growth in the state of North Carolina. Way to Go! We are proud of you all. CONGRATULATIONS Ladies.