MES Weekly Scoop

Dear Students, Staff, and Families,

Welcome to the first full week of the school year! I hope you all had a great first few days of school and are settling into the rhythm of the new year. As we begin our first full week together, it is crucial to establish routines, set clear procedures, and focus on learning from the start.

In these early days, we are laying the foundation for a smooth and successful school year. Setting up consistent routines helps create a sense of structure and predictability. Teachers will continue to review classroom expectations through the CHAMPS model, and as a school community, we will reinforce the importance of arriving on time, being prepared, and respecting one another. Families, we ask for your partnership in encouraging these habits at home as well.

This week, our focus is on building an engaging and supporting learning environment. Whether students are exploring new topics or reviewing foundational concepts, we want everyone to feel confident and ready to learn. I encourage all students to actively participate and remember, we are here to support your growth!

Over the next few weeks, we'll continue to focus on getting to know one another better, establishing trust, and fostering a sense of belonging for all. This is a team effort, and when we all work together, we can achieve great things.

Let's make this first full week count by setting the tone for a productive and joyful school year. Thank you for your ongoing support and dedication to our student's success.

Here's to a fantastic year ahead!

Mrs. Janine Doebele

Marysville Elementary Principal

jdoebele@usd364.org

785-562-3641

Monday, August 26th and Tuesday, August 27th our MES 6th grade students will have the opportunity to travel to the high school to look over the different types of instruments and decide if they would like to participate in band this year.

Wednesday, August 28th will be the first day of band practice.

Thursday, August 29th - Mr. Nation's will hold a Band Instrument Rental Night in the Band Room at the high school. MORE INFORMATION WILL BE PROVIDED BY MR. NATIONS.

Please review the revised 24/25 MES Parent Handbook

1) School Start/End Times have changed

• School Hours: 8:00 AM - 3:15 PM
• Morning Preschool Hours: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Arrival time 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM)
• Afternoon Preschool Hours: 12:15 PM - 3:15 PM (Arrival time 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM)

2) Please Be Advised

Please refrain from dropping your child(ren) off or having them walk to school before 7:30 AM. There is not an adult on supervision until 7:30 and this is a safety concern if they are out there without supervision.

2) Student Personal Technology

The usage of personal cell phones and other electronic devices (tablets, handheld games, kindles, smart watches, etc.) are not permitted on school property (classrooms, hallways, gym, blacktop, playground, bus line, route buses, etc). If devices are carried to school by students, the devices must be silenced and not visible (in backpacks) prior to entering and exiting the school property. If this expectation is not met, the phone or other personal electronic device may be confiscated and returned at the end of the day. After the first offense, parents will be contacted to retrieve the device. Any subsequent offenses will result in an office referral and a parent meeting with the principal. The ultimate decision will be finalized by the building administrator(s). If a student needs to contact a parent during the school day, they should let their teacher or the office know. If a parent needs to contact their child during the day, they should call the office and a message will be given to the student. Watches and cell phones should not be used as recording devices for any purpose.

We'd like to welcome our new teachers and staff to the MES Family! We will continue adding more next week!

• Morning Preschool Hours: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Arrival time 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM)
• Afternoon Preschool Hours: 12:15 PM - 3:15 PM (Arrival time 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM)

We follow the three R's in our building.

Be Ready

Be Responsible

Be Respectful

AND Be Safe

Our Bulldog Skill of the Week for August 26-30 is Following Instructions

LOOK AT THE PERSON

SAY, "OKAY"

AND DO IT RIGHT AWAY.

The Second Step Skill of the Week is focused on Goal Setting & Growth Mindset.