Dear Parents & Caregivers,

The holiday season is just around the corner, and the month of November brings the holiday that celebrates families, thankfulness and hope.  Thanksgiving is a great time for reflection and to remember those around us who have made a positive impact on our lives.

The Jansen Avenue community has many of those people who make a difference for our children.  Our PTA just hosted a terrific Fall Festival celebration where families could come and celebrate the season with activities and games in a safe and festive environment.  The first weekend of the month is our Pancake Breakfast at the Moose Lodge, which is both a family celebration and an important fundraiser for our school.

Our faculty and staff here at Jansen show caring and love to our students on a daily basis.  The cafeteria staff always greets students with a smile.  They are patient and kind and gently teach our boys and girls about “please” and “thank you.”  The teachers, assistants and aides hold our students to the highest standards.  They work daily to promote a strong work ethic and will not accept anything less than “best work” from their students. The office staff makes sure that the day runs smoothly, and they handle a variety of issues, including       absences and sick kids.  Students who come to the office are treated with respect and    kindness.

The boys and girls of Jansen Avenue are some of the sweetest kids you will ever meet.  They freely share hugs and smiles with adults and take great pride in a job well done.  They are, absolutely, worth the effort!

November is a month for reflection and thanks.  As we look ahead to the big holiday season, let’s catch our breath and enjoy the small miracles that happen each day.  We do have much reason to give thanks.

Wishing you all a happy and peaceful Thanksgiving holiday!

Very sincerely,

Ms. Colleen Lester