The Martin Memo

Report cards were released and can be accessed through Skyward.

Monday is a holiday. We will see you on Tuesday, which is expected to be a cold day. The morning car line is typically longer on cold days so...

• leave your house earlier than usual
• make sure your child is ready to exit the car as soon as you get to the curb
• after your child exits the car, move to the left so the next group of cars can drive forward

This newsletter is packed with information about upcoming events including Valentine's Day, The Masked Singer, and The Kids Heart Challenge, so please make sure to read it all the way through.

Sallye Norris

Principal

Martin Elementary

On February 13, classes will have a VALENTINE'S EXCHANGE.

Students are welcome to bring Valentine's cards for their classmates. PTA room moms will be arranging a treat for each student. This is not a designated party day and therefore parents will not be able to attend.

Have you ever wondered how many birds visit your backyard? Now’s your chance to find out and be part of a global citizen science project!

The Great Backyard Bird Count takes place every February, and it’s super easy to get involved. All you need to do is:

1. Count the birds you see in your yard, balcony, or nearby park for just 15 minutes each day.

2. Submit your sightings online at birdcount.org.

3. Watch the magic unfold as you contribute to real-time bird population data!

It’s fun for the whole family, and you might just spot some species you’ve never noticed before. Plus, it’s a great way to connect with nature and make a difference for bird conservation.

Get started: Head to birdcount.org to learn more and sign up!
When: February 14-17, 2025

#GreatBackyardBirdCount #BirdWatching #BirdCount2025 #NatureLovers #CitizenScience

Save The Date for our School's Kids Heart Challenge Program! A super fun experience where our students will learn how to keep their hearts happy and healthy and how to save a life! You can get signed up here! http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=11259&pg=company&company_id=490181

The annual Daddy/Daughter Dance, which is hosted by Celina Women's Club Fidelis Inter Se, will be held on Saturday, February 8th, at O'Dell Elementary School. Tickets can be pre-purchased online, or dads can pay at the door with cash or Venmo. Click on this link OR scan the QR code for registration and payment information:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1_uPHTovoe9uhTTHAF1y6Yv23jX3dyimLwJEP-3Don-w/preview

Questions? Please contact Karen Stogner at karenstogner@celinaisd.com

In accordance with the Student Handbook, all personal electronic devices must be turned off during the instructional day. This includes cell phones and smart watches. The policy can be found in the Student Handbook starting on page 54.

100% of our staff have already joined PTA. Can we get 100% parent participation as well. Joining PTA DOES NOT require a time commitment. You can do as little as join or as much volunteering as you'd like. PLEASE join today!

https://txpta.my.salesforce-sites.com/JoinPTA

Martin Elementary is a Box Tops school! That means that families in our community earn cash to give back to our school when they purchase Box Tops products. Simply download the Box Tops app on your phone, sign up to support MARTIN ELEMENTARY and start earning for our school today!

Lunch visitors, here's a few things to remember:

• Check-in at the front office and obtain a visitor sticker. Wear the sticker during. your visit.
• Please sit at the designated visitor tables with your child. The courtyard tables can also be used.
• Students are not allowed to invite friends to sit at the visitor table.
• Parents may bring lunch for their child only. The sharing of food with other students is prohibited.
• Taking pictures or video of other students is prohibited.
• When students begin to clean up, it's time for your student to return to their table and for parents to be on their way. Please return directly to the office to turn in your badge before leaving. Parents should not walk their child back to class.

1/20: Holiday

1/23 Lucy's On the Square spirit Night (5-8pm)

1/23: 4th Grade Folk Dance Night:

• Rotation A 6:00pm: Dophied, Brown, Peters

• Rotation B 7:00pm: Noorani, Stone, Stewart

1/28: Middle School Counselors visiting with 5th graders (8:30)

2/14 and 17: Student Holiday

2/19: Sonic Spirit Night

2/27: The Masked Singer: Martin Edition (5-7pm)

3/13: Class and Individual Spring Photos

3/13: Open House

3/17-21: Spring Break

4/16: ELAR STAAR Test (3rd-5th)

4:24: Science STAAR Test (5th)

4/30: Math STAAR (3rd-5th)

Email: martinelem@celinaisd.com
Website: https://www.celinaisd.com/o/mes
Location: 2905 North Louisiana Drive, Celina, TX, USA
Phone: 469-742-9107
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