The Martin Memo
A School Newsletter for Parents and Guardians
September 13, 2024
A Message from the Principal
As promised, here are the "flipped curriculum night" videos. Watch your grade level video over the weekend. Come in Monday night for a PTA meeting and a Q&A session with the grade level teachers. There will also be a 5th grade camp meeting.
5:30 PTA meeting
5:45 1st Q&A session
6:00 2nd Q&A session and 6th grade meeting
Links to the Videos:
Sallye Norris
Principal
Martin Elementary
Challenge Week #1
Next week, the class who raises the most money toward the Color Run each day will get to Pick a Prize from the following prizes:
PJ day
Stuffed Animal Day
Stinky Feet Day (shoes off)
A 10 minute Roo visit
A read aloud from Mrs. Norris
May the odds be ever in your favor!
The Spelling Bee is buzzzing it's way to Martin!
Students have a new way to study by downloading Word Club for free in the App Store or Google Play Store. Choose from five spelling play modes and three vocabulary play modes. Track your progress as you conquer the School Spelling Bee Study List and Words of the Champions, the recommended study resource for classroom, school, regional qualifier and regional spelling bees!
Cell Phones and Other Electronic Devices
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.
PTA
Box Tops
Lunch Visitors
Tuesday, September 10, is our first day for lunch visitors. 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.
Silver Bobcats
Please help us spread the word to grandparents, neighbors, and other community members age 60+ about our Silver Bobcats kick-off breakfast.
We invite Celina ISD community members age 60+ to join the Silver Bobcats!
Connect and engage with CISD, the heartbeat of the Celina community, through:
Scheduled Connect & Learn opportunities (Sept. 19, Oct. 17, and April 17) where you'll engage with Celina ISD staff and student leaders
Access to Celina ISD Events including Fine Arts, Athletics, and more
Insight and input opportunities into the impact of the projected growth of our community on the District's future
Join us at our Kick-Off Breakfast on Sept 19 from 8-9:30am. For more details and to RSVP, click here.
Spirit Blankets
MMS Student Council Blanket Pre-Sale!
Looking for the perfect gift or something cozy for an outdoor event or night at home?
Moore Middle School’s Student Council is selling blankets with two awesome designs to choose from! These blankets are perfect for cheering on our Bobcats or as a holiday gift!
Pre-sale ends October 4th, so don’t miss out! Each blanket is $35, and they’ll be available for pickup at the end of October—just in time for the playoffs!
Order here: https://celina-isdmms.square.site/
Support our Student Council and get your blanket today! #BobcatPride #MooreMiddleSchool #SupportStudents
Join Us for the Glitter & Bows MMS Cheer and Dance Event!
We are excited to invite your child to the "Glitter & Bows" event hosted by the Bobcat Belles and MMS Bobcat Cheer teams! This fun-filled day is perfect for all aspiring cheerleaders and dancers and will include a variety of activities such as cheer, dance, crafts, a t-shirt, a picture, and pizza!
Event Details:
Date: October 15th
Time: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Location: Moore Middle School
Pricing:
Early Bird (until September 25th): $75 or $60 for CISD employees (includes a guaranteed t-shirt)
After September 25th: $80 (limited t-shirt availability)
Please note that spots are limited, so be sure to register early! All participants will also have the exciting opportunity to perform at the MMS Football Game on October 29th.
We look forward to seeing your child there for a day of fun, friendship, and fabulous cheer and dance!
SAVE THE DATE!!!!
9/16: (NEW DATE) Curriculum Night and PTA Meeting (5:30)
9/16: 5th grade camp meeting (6pm)
9/24: Individual Picture Day
10/4: Color Run
10/14-16: Student Holiday
10/16 Parent Teacher Conferences