James Hall News
We have been remarkably busy these past few weeks. We celebrated our 2025 Homecoming, and everyone looked great. This year's theme was Pandora, and all the classes and sponsors did an outstanding job incorporating everything required into the Theme and showing Dragon Pride when making their banners for the parade and skits for the Annual Skit Night.
Curriculum
This month, we had a presentation with the FSDB Campus Police department on Emergency Preparedness, Weather Safety, off-Campus training and the various protocols and procedures associated with each domain.
Pedestrian Safety for Teens
Surprisingly, when it comes to walking safely, teenagers are now the most at-risk youth for pedestrian injuries. Cell phones and other handheld gadgets are causing teens to be more easily distracted, which is leading to a greater risk on the roads. Here in James Hall, we are making sure your teens focus on the road with these tips.
Learning Objectives
To teach children skills necessary to be safe pedestrians by teaching the basics of crossing the street with the emphasis on stopping at the edge of the street before they cross This lesson begins by using mock street simulations to teach basic pedestrian skills, and then progressively applies these skills in various traffic situations., then lastly actual hands-on experience on how to properly and safely get around
To understand the need for crossing any street with care and caution. To become familiar with the important steps in crossing a street, such as stopping at the curb and finding the edge, looking left, right, and left again before crossing. Paying attention to the crossing signals.
Top Safety Tips
If your children need to use a cell phone, make sure they stop walking and find a safe area to talk. When using headphones, kids should be sure to look up and pay extra attention and remove the headphones when crossing the street.
Cross streets at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks. Most injuries happen mid-block or someplace other than intersections.
It is always best to walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible.
Tell kids to look left, right, and left again when crossing the street. Teach them to never run or dart out into the street or cross between parked cars.
Remind kids to make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them and to watch out for cars that are turning or backing up.
Remember Heads Up, Phones Down!
Captioned Video Resources: Walk Safe, Bike Safe: Tips for Kids
Positive Behavior Incentive Support (PBIS)
Our PBIS Party was an immense success. The girls had a wonderful time bonding and interacting with each other. We played games and had a light dinner.
September Character Objective: Citizenship
Characteristics refer to the qualities and behaviors of a good citizen, which involve actively participating in and contributing to one's community and nation. Key characteristics include responsibility for one's actions and the common good, respect for laws and the rights of others, civic participation in the democratic process and community life, and demonstrating a positive attitude and concern for others.
Example: Helping my neighbor, community, and nation.
Community Service
In James Hall, we are model citizens of our community. This month’s community service: Curemia’s group: Did appreciation bags and handmade cards for the cafeteria staff. Carmen’s group: Picked up litter around the FSDB campus. Sadie, Missy, and Susan’s group: Painted positive vibes rock and placed them outside James Hall to encourage the students, staff, and visitors.
Reminders
Please remember to return all the forms we have sent home, especially the field trip forms, for the Halloween Trip. All slips are due by Monday, October 6, 2025. We cannot accept any more after this date.
Questions and or Concerns: If you have any questions and or concerns, please contact us.
Quote for the Month
"The world needs strong women. Women who will lift and build others, who will love and be loved, women who live bravely, both tender and fierce, women of indomitable will" —Amy Tenney.
Rhyne Hall Update
Following the excitement of Homecoming Week, life at Rhyne Hall has returned to a steady rhythm. Our students have settled back into their routines, which include study hour, tutoring sessions, evening visits to the library, and social time in the Dragon’s Lair.
The boys have been actively brainstorming ideas for our upcoming mentorship program and community service initiatives. We also launched our PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) program with a fun kickoff event featuring chicken wings, chips, and sodas. Students shared suggestions for stocking the PBIS store with snacks and treats, which they can purchase using Dragon Dollars earned through positive behavior.
This month, we are focusing on the character trait of citizenship. The boys are learning about the importance of giving back to their community and being responsible members of society. Additionally, we held a valuable safety meeting with local police officers to review lockdown procedures and personal safety protocols.
Looking ahead, our students are excited for the upcoming away games in Texas and Alabama this weekend. Let’s cheer them on—Go Dragons!