Templeton Elementary School
December Newsletter
Important Dates:
Connect With Us:
Marci Rasmussen - Principal
Caissie Putnam- Assistant Principal
A Word From Mrs. Rasmussen- Principal and Mrs. Putnam- Assistant Principal
As December unfolds, we are reminded of the joy and warmth that comes from the season of giving. This time of year provides a wonderful opportunity to teach our students about kindness, generosity, and gratitude. Whether it's sharing a smile, helping a friend, or giving to those in need, every act of kindness makes a difference. Let’s encourage our children to embrace the spirit of giving, not only during the holidays but all year long. Together, we can create a school community filled with compassion and goodwill.
On behalf of all of us here at Templeton Elementary School, and from our families to yours, have a wonderful holiday season!
We are happy to announce that Caring for Kids Dental Enrollment Forms
are now available as online fillable forms.
The completed online forms go directly to our Caring for Kids Team and are available in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
If a family would like to join mid-year, our dental team will be able to enroll the student quickly and plan accordingly.
Portuguese Online Fillable Form
CHC offers dental emergency appointments to all children and adults at each of our health centers, regardless of if they are a patient of CHC or not.
TES Winter Concerts
Save the dates…
4th Grade Winter Concert- Tuesday, December 10th at 6:30 p.m. in the TES Cafetorium
K and Gr 2 Christmas Play- Monday, December 16 at 9:30 a.m. in the Safka Auditorium in NRSD Middle/High School
Gr 1 and Gr 3 Christmas Play- Monday, December 16 at 11:00a.m. in the Safka Auditorium in NRSD Middle/High School.
Templeton Elementary School PTO
CLICK HERE for information about the Templeton Elementary PTO. All are welcome and encouraged to participate!
Our next PTO meeting will be December 3rd at 5:00 PM.
We hope you can join us for our Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 7th at the MS Cafeteria from 9-11am!
December 2024
Monday | Tuesday | Wed | Thursday | Friday |
2 Full Day | 3 Full Day | 4 Full Day | 5 Full Day | 6 HALF Day |
9 Full Day | 10 Full Day | 11 Full Day | 12 Full Day | 13 Full Day |
16 Full Day | 17 HALF Day | 18 HALF Day | 19 HALF DAY | 20 HALF DAY |
23 No School | 24 No School | 25 No School | 26 No School | 27 No School |
30 No School | 31 No School | 1 No School | 2 Full Day | 3 Full Day |
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Parent Teacher Conferences
Report cards will be going home December 9th.
Parent teacher conferences will be held:
December 17th from 12:45-3:00 and 5:00-7:00 pm
December 18th from 12:45-3:00
December 19th from 12:45-3:00
CLICK HERE to sign up for a conference time. Conferences will be open for sign ups from December 2nd to December 13th.
Coffee with the Counselors will also be available on a walk-in basis in the TES cafeteria. Come meet our counselors and take a peek at the many community organizations that we have to support families!
Mrs. Kirby will also be offering open hours in the Library for parents to explore the new Digital Literacy course that all students are participating in!
NRSD SEPAC Meetings
Parents of students with IEPs, please join us for a SEPAC meeting on December 3rd at 6pm in the HS KIVA. Check the SEPAC website for more information, or email Christie Schwinger at sepac@nrsd.org.
Harlem Wizards Game
The Harlem Wizards are coming back to play basketball against the NRSD Staff Team in a fun-filled community event on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 7:00pm in the Narragansett Regional High School gymnasium. Tickets for this event go on sale beginning Monday, November 25, 2024 at 8:00am.
Use the following link to purchase tickets: https://www.harlemwizards.com/tickets/baldwinville. Tickets make great holiday gifts for loved ones and friends.
Holiday Spirit Week
Students and Staff are invited to participate if they choose!
Students will return to school on Thursday, January 2nd.
Wishing you a safe and enjoyable winter break!
TES Health Office News
December 2024
Kindergarten & Fourth-grade families:
Please make sure to send in a copy of your K/4th grade student’s physical exam as they have them throughout the school year.
Mandated Health Screenings Referrals
Please also send back the screening referral when they have been seen by a specialist. If you need another copy of the referral I can provide you with one.
Classroom Parties
ONLY NON-FOOD items, such as pencils, stickers, small trinkets will be allowed for celebrations in the classrooms. This will give ALL students the opportunity to equally participate in the celebration. Please do not send any food items into school for birthday celebrations.
Please review the TES Food Guidelines regarding snacks and celebrations in the classroom.
Flu Season is here
Please review the flu informational sheet attached HERE. Hand Washing is so important! Please help teach your children how to wash their hands and cough into their elbows. Talk to your child’s physician about getting an annual flu shot.
Just a reminder that elementary school students are not allowed to have cough drops at school.
Cold Weather
The weather is cold; please remember to provide your children with the appropriate outerwear. This includes hats, mittens, scarves, winter jackets, snow pants, and snow boots. It may also be helpful if you labeled your child’s items. Please also put some spare socks in your child’s backpacks, if possible.
With how dry the air is becoming, please pack a lip balm as well.
Katherine May, BSN, RN, NCSN Meghan LaFreniere, BSN, RN
School Nurse (Grades PK-1) School Nurse (Grades 2-4)
kmay@nrsd.org mlafreniere2@nrsd.org
(Phone) 978-939-1210 (Phone) 978-939-1210
(Fax) 978-939-4438 (Fax) 978-939-4438
Supporting Learning at Home Over the Holiday Break
The holiday break is a wonderful opportunity for families to spend quality time together and recharge. It’s also a great time to keep kids engaged in fun and meaningful learning experiences. Here are a few simple ways to support learning at home during the holidays:
Make Reading a Daily Habit: Encourage your child to read a book, magazine, or comic each day. Consider reading together as a family, or take turns sharing favorite stories. Visiting the local library before the break can provide plenty of new reading material.
Incorporate Learning into Everyday Activities: Involve your child in holiday cooking to practice math skills like measuring and fractions. Writing holiday cards can improve handwriting and creative writing, while counting decorations or singing holiday songs can be a playful way to reinforce math and language skills.
Explore Through Play: Board games, puzzles, and building sets like LEGO® encourage problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork. These activities make learning fun and interactive for the whole family.
Get Outside and Explore: If weather permits, head outdoors for a nature walk or visit a nearby park. Observing the world around them can spark curiosity and lead to discussions about science, seasons, and wildlife.
Set Goals for the New Year: Use the break as an opportunity to reflect on achievements and set goals for the next semester. This can help your child feel motivated and focused when they return to school.
Remember, learning doesn’t have to be formal or structured to be effective. Engaging in everyday activities with a curious mindset can help your child develop skills while creating meaningful family memories.
Templeton Elementary School
The students, staff, and families of the Narragansett Regional School District elementary schools will work together as a learning community to provide a safe, positive learning environment that promotes academic, emotional, social, and physical growth so that all members will be responsible and respectful citizens.
