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Rising 6th Grade Night at Dickerson Middle School

Calling all Sope Creek fifth graders who live in the Dickerson Middle School attendance zone! You are invited to attend a special night in your honor on April 30, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. You will learn about the academic programs offered there, as well as about connections and the music program. Tours of the school will also be available. Don't miss this opportunity to get to know Dickerson Middle School. Make sure you only bring your parents with you! Space is limited, and siblings are not invited. Our neighbors at East Cobb Middle School recently had this same opportunity. We know it will be informative and fun!

Important! If you missed this evening at Dickerson, you may pick up information packets in the Sope Creek front office.

Playful or Hurtful Teasing?

Has your child complained about being teased? When is teasing playful vs. hurtful and bordering on bullying? Check out the link below for an excellent brochure on this topic prepared by the CCSD Prevention/Intervention Center.

http://cobbk12.org/bully/

Parenting Toolbox Workshops

Does your parenting "toolbox" need to be refreshed? Tanya Kuschnitzky, MA.Ed is offering a series of parenting workshops at the Art It Out Therapy Center on Powers Ferry Road. She will be focusing on a variety of topic including: effective communication, corrective discipline, responsibility, encouragement, eating habits, creating self-esteem, building emotional intelligence, sibling rivalry, and creating boundaries. For further information or to make a reservation, contact Tanya at tanyakusch@sbcglobal.net or 404-702-8474.

 

Home Alone?

School is back in full-swing, and you may be tempted to leave older children at home while you run a quick errand. You may even be tempted to leave an older child in charge of younger siblings. The Cobb County Department of Family and Children's Services quotes the Georgia State policy on child supervision as the following:  "State policy states that children ages 13 and above can act as baby sitters for other children. Children the ages of 9-12 can occasionally be left unsupervised for brief periods of time. Children 8 years old and younger should never be left alone. Of course, a specific child's immaturity and behavior may necessitate adult supervision."  Should you choose to leave an older child at home, please remember that the home is the number one site of accidents to children. Other dangers include break-ins, fires, and chemicals! Additionally, if you have not taught your older child what to do when a phone call or knock on the door occurs in your absence, now is the time! Home is a place where children need to feel protected and secure.

Counselors Available for Parent Consultations

Did you know that your school counselors are available for confidential consultations about student achievement, friendship, family changes, upcoming relocations, or any other topic for problem-solving? Just call the direct counselor phone number 770-916-7088 and make an appointment with your grade level counselor today.