Maverick Vibes - November 2024
November 2024
We’re excited to introduce our new permanent substitute, Mrs. Sellers! Born in Dallas, TX, Mrs. Sellers spent much of her childhood in Scotland and has an adventurous spirit. She and her husband, Drew, recently celebrated three years of marriage and even spent a year teaching English in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. With a B.S. in Marketing, she’s now pursuing her Alternate Teaching Certification, driven by her passion for education and dedication to shaping future leaders. In her free time, Mrs. Sellers loves thrifting, baking, traveling, crafting, and embracing new hobbies like reading and sewing. We’re thrilled to have her join our Memorial Elementary family!
Wow, can you believe it's November!! There's a lot happening so here we go--
--All grades are still doing the Bullying Prevention Unit... learning to recognize, refuse and report bullying (and how to recognize and handle mean moments as well!)
--Our new character trait is INTEGRITY, which means doing the right thing no matter what!
--We had over 60 recipients of the October Character Award (see below). Their names are also on the display in the hallway by the cafeteria.
--The Colony Counselors 2nd podcast will be released soon! Check out the first one here!
--Last call to win an Amazon or Starbucks gift card! 3 winners will be drawn from those who fill out this short survey!!
--Classrooms will be finishing Unit 1 of Second Step and moving into Unit 2 (emotion management).
See the buttons below for grade level home links so you can see what your child is learning!
Hello Parents!
It was a pleasure meeting many of you at our first Parent University for Parents of Emergent Bilinguals. If you missed the session, here is a copy of our slideshow. After viewing, if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me at pasleyk@lisd.net.
Below you will find a link that will direct you to released and practice TELPAS tests! There are no required login credentials for use. You may print the test or have your student complete it online. Having them practice for at least 15-30 minutes a day will build their testing stamina, while being introduced to and becoming familiar with the test.
Happy Fall Everyone!
Here is a family activity you can do to stretch and workout your brains together! Have fun playing with words and putting those brains to work! Rebus puzzles are a great way to extend thinking and build vocabulary.
Want to know more about Gifted and Talented Services in LISD? Take a look at the link below!
Don’t miss a beat—grab your yearbook before they’re gone! Every page captures the show-stopping moments of our school year. Visit Jostens.comnand search for Memorial Elementary, Carrollton, TX to order yours. At only $25, it’s the ultimate ticket to remember the highlights of this year’s epic journey. Get yours now and make sure your memories rock on forever! 🤘
Please make arrangements to pick up your student no later than 3:45 PM each day, unless there is an emergency. If someone other than a parent or guardian is picking up your child, we need to be notified in writing every time a change must be made (this can be an email). Emergency contacts should only be used for true emergencies.
Updated background checks are required yearly...
We always love volunteers who are looking to partner with the district to support our school. All volunteers must complete yearly background checks in order to volunteer in our schools. To complete your background check please following the below steps:
- Click here to log in to your account and click on the button to the right of “Volunteer Type” that says “Update”
- Click “General Community and Parents/Guardians of LISD Students”
- Select the school(s) you want to work with this year
- Fill out the Background Check Consent and the LISD Background Check
