Colson Elementary families,
As we move into the month of April, our schoolwide focus is on helping students feel
confident, calm, and prepared as they approach state testing. Teachers will be using
our April “You Got This!” Calendar during Morning Meetings and throughout the
school day. The calendar is on the back of this letter for your reference.
The activities on this calendar are short, kid-friendly strategies that help students
build positive self-talk, manage stress, and practice perseverance. You will see
themes such as Motivation Monday, Test Tip Tuesday, Work It Out Wednesday,
Teamwork Thursday, and Feel Good Friday. Each day introduces a simple routine
like breathing exercises, positive affirmations, teamwork reflections, or test-taking
strategies that encourage students to believe in themselves and do their best.
We encourage you to use this calendar at home as well. These activities are designed
to be quick, easy, and meaningful—perfect for practicing before school, after school,
or as a family check-in. Reinforcing these strategies at home helps students feel
supported and confident both in and out of the classroom.
Our message to students all month long is simple: You can. You will. You’ve got this.
Thank you for partnering with us to support your child’s success and well-being as we
prepare for testing.
Sincerely,
Rebecca Black
Principal, Colson Elementary School