"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

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to look like 100

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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.