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Mason's Student Support Team Newsletter

MAP Testing

We're in the middle of our Measure of Academic Progress (MAP) testing window for all 3rd-6th graders. This is a time that students are able to demonstrate their knowledge of all they have learned this year.

Social Work Section

As we move towards the end of the school year, we sometimes see a rise in student anxiety. Everything from tests to thoughts of moving up a grade level, to changes in summer schedules can bring about anxiety. As caregivers, it's important to help our students walk through their feelings of anxiety and help them learn to cope.

Career Fair was a Success

Earlier this month, we hosted a career fair here at Mason for 3rd-6th grade students. We had over 20 businesses represented, from the Missouri Botanical Gardens to the Zoo to the Fire Department. It was a great success for all who attended! Students were encouraged to ask questions and learn about new-to-them career fields.

A Note from the Nurse's Office

COVID is , once again, on the rise. Your child must stay home if they are sick.

This protocol must be followed even if you believe your student’s symptoms are due to an alternative non-COVID diagnosis, and even if they have been vaccinated + up-to-date on boosters. COVID can mimic non-contagious maladies such as allergies or sinus infections, and, as such, COVID must be ruled out in all cases.

If your student has an ongoing medical condition wherein you have any symptoms that mimic COVID, please consult the school principal and/or nurse. They will provide guidance on submitting a doctor’s note specifying your student’s symptoms such that they will not need to continuously test for COVID in order to rule it out.

Your cooperation is appreciated, so please understand that we must follow protocol. Thank you.

Free Tutoring Programs

The YMCA Literacy Program provides one hour tutoring sessions two days a week at a St. Louis Public Library location. Please call (314) 776-7102 for more information.

The library also has a free drop-in, first-come, first-served homework help program for K-12th grade students. For more information, please call (314) 241-2288.

Mrs. Krumsieg - Social Worker

Hello! I love working with Mason students, families, and staff. If you need assistance from anything to locating resources to supporting your student's mental health, please reach out.

Contact information: patricia.krumsieg@slps.org

Mr. Scherck - Counselor

Hi Mason Dragons! We’re excited for the new semester and we look forward to seeing you as we start the new semester.

Contact information: roger.scherck@slps.org

Mrs. Poindexter - Family & Community Specialist

I enjoy serving the Mason community in the many roles I play.

Contact information: nadine.poindexter@slps.org

Tina Lasley - Nurse

I hope everyone is staying safe. I know the current COVID situation is overwhelming, but we will get through this together! Please keep us informed of your family's health.

Contact information: tina.lasley@slps.org

Mason School of Academic and Cultural Literacy

Website: https://www.slps.org/Domain/1139
Location: 6031 Southwest Avenue, St. Louis, MO, USA
Phone: 314-645-1201