Today we had a visit from Constable Richard Valstar. He showed us his police belt and the "just-in-case" tools he has to help him and other citizens stay safe. He taught us about the different emotions that we have and the choices that we can make. Poor choices are often made when we get upset, angry or out of control. But, good choices are made when we are happy, calm and feeling okay. In order to avoid poor choices, we should stop if we feel frustrated.
Also, we learned how to manage our actions when dealing with people who may be making poor choices. Constable Richard called it "WITS" - please ask us about what this stands for!
Here are a couple of reminders:
1. Fill-A-Sock will finish on Friday - donations of the following items will be stuffed into socks and gifted to the Calgary-Drop In Centre:
-gloves, mitts, hats, hand warmers -socks & underwear (adult size) -chocolate & candies
-lip balms & mini hand lotion -razors -travel mugs
-Calgary Transit Tickets -deodorant (non-alcohol based) -travel size toiletries
2. Special helper for Wednesday is Eli. Please remember to bring your favorite stuffy, toy or action figure :)
3. Spirit Day is Thursday - please dress in festive wear such as a Santa hat, antlers, elf hat, tinsel, Christmas sweater, etc.
4. Festive Evening is this Thursday (Dec 13th) from 6pm-8pm. Mr. O'Reilly has suggested the following attire for the evening: collard shirt, dress shirt, dress, or business casual (but anything would be fine, really :) )
5. Home Reading spots for January to spring break are now available on Sign-up Genius.
