Collage of photos from Tuesday's BOE meeting
On Tuesday, January 13, the district held its Board of Education meeting, where the Coyotes received well-deserved recognition. Earlier this school year, third-through fifth-grade students were invited to participate in a program called Coyotes That Care. Mr Creech, Mrs. McLane, and Mrs. Fetcho-Tehandon touched base about the importance of this program and recognized fifth grade students during the meeting.
Through this program, general education students were paired with special education students (our third-through fifth-grade CASE students) and served as positive role models. Together, students worked to promote friendship skills, problem-solving, positive self-image, and respect for others. The main goal was for our general education students to have authentic and genuine connections with our special education students.
“At the beginning of the year, myself and one of Kolmar’s amazing SLP’s and my super team member, Natalie Schwarz, went and gave a brief presentation presenting the “Coyotes That Care” program.”
said Ms. Fetcho-Tehandon. The pair went off to the classrooms and started asking about what a good friend was, how Kolmar Coyotes care, and touching base on what an AAC device is–this ensured that students know that everyone’s words are important! Students could then join the program with permission slips. At this time, we have about 107 Coyotes in this program. That is amazing! Students do get pulled from class and do different activities, weather-dependent! The Coyotes That Care program has had a positive impact on students by building friendships, encouraging leadership, and helping all students feel welcomed, supported, and included in their school community.