From Principal Darrin Johnson
April 2008

After a long winter that seamed to be never ending.  Spring has  
finally arrived. This is a wonderful time of the year.  The  
temperatures are warming up.  After a long cold winter the bulb plants  
are emerging from the ground.  There is new growth appearing on the  
trees.  The grass is beginning to become green.  This time of year is  
full of anticipation.  I am feeling reinvigorated

After a long winter I am not the only one who is feeling  
reinvigorated.  The students and the teachers are happier.  The sun is  
shinning more often and all are able to go outside and enjoy this time  
of renewal.  At this time of year student’s time is divided more often  
with outside activities.  These activities are extremely important to  
the health of the children.  Not all activities need to be organized  
sporting events.  These activities can be a family bike ride, a hike  
in the mountains, or a quick outdoor game with friends and family.

As the days grow longer and the temperatures warm up it is tempting to  
relax on bedtimes and rush in the morning for breakfast. As the school  
year comes to an end a quick reminder that children who receive a full  
nights rest and a good solid breakfast will perform better in school.   
Their minds will be more focused as they concentrate on their work of  
finishing the school year strong.

By spending time with your children working on the physical wellbeing  
of your child they will have a sharper mind and body.   Their focus in  
school will be sharper, and the time spent with family will bring all  
closer together.