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Welcome to

Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elementary

“One Team, One Dream”

Connect, Discover, and Thrive

Ms. Beecham

• Build a school community that promotes belonging for each and every member of our school community.
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• Establish a climate of shared leadership that works to ensure all students are making solid academic progress and social and emotional growth.
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• Create a systematic approach to helping students explore, discover, and pursue interests and passions. �
• Build an interdependent relationship with our community.

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Givens Principal

Ms. Renee Peeples

Administrative Assistant

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“How can I help?”

Please reach out if you have any questions or need help!

Email: peeples.renee@wgmail.com

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Phone Number: 314-963-6460

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Address: 701 North Rock Hill Road

St. Louis, Missouri 63119

SEL Team

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Ms. Julie Harrison

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Ms. Sarah Aguilar

• Facilitates Social Emotional Learning through Whole Class instruction utilizing the Zones of Regulation & Healthy Habits Curriculum
• Implements Small Groups to cultivate age appropriate social skills
• Supports learners by providing individualized services to target specific student needs
• Provides resources that promote mental wellness for the entire family unit

Nurse Logan

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Reach out if you need me

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• Immunizations are required by State Law and KDG Students can’t start without them.�
• If your child cannot be immunized due to a medical reason then the physician needs to provide a letter before coming the first day. �
• If your child is not immunized due to religious beliefs, then a Religious Immunization Exemption form must be provided. Those forms come from the St. Louis County Health Department. We need the actual form, not a copy, prior to coming the first day. �
• Email me Immunizations ASAP

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Required Immunizations for KDG Students

Medications and Medical Needs

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• If your child has any current medical needs, history of medical needs or any medications please let me know prior to the first day so I can better assist your child throughout the school year. �
• If your child takes any medication (prescription or over the counter) at any time of the day please let me know.
• If your child will need to take any medication (prescription or over the counter) DURING school hours, please fill out the Medication Authorization Form. I am happy to email you one, or multiple, if needed.
• This form needs to be filled out for any over the counter or prescription medications such as inhalers, Epi Pens, ADHD/ADD medications, Pepcid, Antacid, etc.
• ALL medications must be in the original bottle from the pharmacy or original package that it came in when purchased. �
• If your child will require an inhaler here at school, I will need a copy of the Asthma Action Plan that is provided by the physician.
• If your child will need to keep an EPIPEN here at school, I will need a copy of the Emergency Action Plan that is provided by the physician.

Takeaways.……..

• Must have current immunizations submitted to start first day of school
• Religious Exempt Form or letter from physician (for medical reason) if NOT being immunized
• Fill out medical section on Infinite Campus
• Get any medications and all forms to me
• Let me know of any medical issues/needs
• ALL of the above needs to happen BEFORE the start of school

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Please feel free to call or email me with any questions

Clinic number: 314-963-6460 Email: Logan.Carlita@wgmail.org

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Special Education Team

Mrs. Perkins

Special Education Teacher

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Mrs. Liebetreu

Special Education Teacher

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Mrs. Mulherin

Speech & Language

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Dr. Stephanie Berry

Special Ed Coordinator

Occupational Therapist

Speech-Language Pathologists

Physical Therapist

Paraprofessionals

Specials Teachers

Mrs. Olsen

Library

Mrs. Cook

Art

Mrs. Brinker

Music

Mr. Hawthorne

PE & Health

Mrs. Howard

Mrs. Johnson

Givens Kindergarten Teachers

Mrs. Randall

A Day in the Life of a Kindergartner

Breakfast - 7:30 a.m.

Doors Open - 7:40 a.m.

School Day Hours: 7:50 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.

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Curriculum

• Reading
• Writing
• Math
• Word Study
• Phonemic Awareness
• Science
• Social Studies
• Social-Emotional Learning

Getting Ready For Kindergarten

Some helpful tips for you and your child before the first day of school

Help your child become familiar with their name

• Identify some letters
• Know letters in name
• Find them on an alphabet chart
• Write them down

Math Readiness

• Count to 10 orally
• Count 10 objects
• Recognize numbers 0-5
• Name and recognize basic shapes

Fine Motor Skills

• Practice holding a pencil, crayon, or marker correctly
• With thumb and forefinger supporting the tip
• Give your child opportunities to use scissors and glue

Read with your Child

• Read with your child at least 20 minutes a day
• It is very beneficial for reading, writing, and language progression
• Have book talks
• Find words or letters they know or want to learn

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Language and Listening Skills

• Practice following two step directions
• Put your lunch in your backpack
• Put your backpack on so you’re ready for school
• Encourage independent problem solving- it’s okay for your children to work through challenging activities
• Have conversations with your child to build vocabulary
• An increase in vocabulary can directly link to future reading success

Help your child practice zipping their coat

• Extra practice at home saves time at school
• Label all hats, coats and gloves sent to school

...and tying shoes

• One Two Buckle My Shoe
• Practice packing and unpacking their backpacks

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Managing Restroom Needs

• Gain independence in the restroom
• Independently button or zip pants
• Use restroom and wash up independently
• Practice using automatic flush toilets
• Recognize these symbols

Packing a Lunch

• Practice having your child open and close containers and water bottles independently
• Practice opening yogurt and juice boxes that they will bring to school
• Always have a place, separate from their lunch, for afternoon snack that they can access everyday by themselves

Arrival Procedures

• Quick goodbye outside
• Can begin lining up at 7:35 a.m. near the downstairs entrance
• School day begins at 7:50 a.m.
• Due to late or tardiness, we have noticed that when children miss their morning classroom routine it can have a negative impact on their day- consistency is key for kindergarten

Practice Quick Goodbyes

• Find a goodbye spot outside
• Stay Positive- your children feed off your energy and confidence

Welcome to Givens Elementary!

We look forward to meeting you.

Givens PTO is made up of parents from the Givens Community who volunteer their time to help create a community for students, staff and parents. We fundraise approximately $22,000 throughout the year in order to:

1. Create a community through all-school events: Welcome Back Bash, Bounce House days, Winter Dance, Trivia Night, and an end of year party.
2. Support students by financially assisting with field trips, after-school clubs and the art fair.
3. Assist teachers through teacher grants, library support, conference meals and staff recognition.
4. Execute on larger, future initiatives like playground equipment, courtyard design, artist murals, etc.

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We raise money a variety of ways:

1. Read-a-Thon
2. Dine-out events (local restaurants donate a portion of sales from one night directly to Givens)
3. Shopping events (local shops donate a portion of sales from one night directly to Givens)
4. Trivia Night (our biggest fundraiser of the year!)
5. Direct donations

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Start thinking about how you can help the Givens Community!

There are many ways you can help, depending on your interest level:

1. Volunteer at school events.
2. Join a committee for any one of our larger fundraising events.
3. Be a room parent to help plan three class parties throughout the year.
4. Join the PTO Board.

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What’s Next?

• Closer to the start of the new school year, we’ll create a class Facebook page: “Givens Class of 2031.”
• Join our PTO Facebook page now to get a sense of what’s coming: “Givens Elementary PTO - Parents, Guardians, Caregivers, Faculty, & Staff.”
• Look out for a Givens welcome sign in your front yard at the beginning of the school year.
• Join us after drop off on the first day of school for the BooHoo, WooHoo Breakfast. Details will be provided closer to the breakfast.

What Do We Do Next?

All registration information and forms can be found and completed here.

For any question about registration please contact Ms. Renee Peeples.

peeples.renee@wgmail.org

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Documents Needed for Enrollment

Please gather the following documents for enrollment:

Three or more documents are required to establish the residency and domicile of the parent(s) or guardian(s) with whom the student resides within the District. (See below for specific details on acceptable forms of proof of residency.)

1. If the student is residing with a court-appointed legal guardian who lives within the Webster Groves School District, a certified copy of the court order granting legal guardianship to such person.
2. A copy of the student's birth certificate.
3. A copy of the student's health information and immunizations record as required by Missouri. View current immunization requirements here.

Next Steps…. Please Register Early (Open Now!!)

Step 1: Register your Child using the link. You will receive a notification that you completed registration and that your enrollment will be processed, etc.

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Step 2: You will receive a 'Welcome to Webster' email with intro video and high level district information.

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Step 3:In Early April, you will receive a Welcome to KDG Newsletter from Givens Elementary School and invited to participate in Galaxy Day!!

What does GALAXY Have to do with it???

Jumpstart To Kindergarten for incoming 25-26 students

Hosted at Givens Elementary School

Session One: June 3rd - June 13th

Session Two: June 16th - June 27th (no school on June 19th)

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Time: 8:00 - 11:40

Program Details: Students will participate in activities that promote the development of literacy, math, art and music abilities as well as social and motor skills. Classroom and school routines will help students make a positive transition to kindergarten. Children must be five before August 1, 2025.

Check out our Welcome Packet

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