Mustang News

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As your principal, my primary goal is to ensure the academic success and well-being of each student. I am committed to maintaining a safe, nurturing, and engaging school environment where all students feel valued and supported. I believe that every child deserves a high-quality education that empowers them to reach their full potential.

I believe in open communication and transparency. I encourage you to reach out to me with any questions, concerns, or suggestions you may have. Together, we can create a thriving educational community that prepares our students for a bright future.

Thank you for entrusting their education to us at Marshall Elementary. Let us work together to make this a remarkable and enriching academic year. I'm looking forward to a great start to the year!

Warmest regards,

Emily Suess

Principal, Marshall Elementary

Welcome Back Mustangs and Families!

The Marshall teachers and staff are so excited for the 2024-2025 school year!

Here are the events for August. On Wednesday, July 31, Marshall will have Meet Your Teacher from 1:00 – 3:00 PM. During that time, your kiddos may come to school to see their room, meet their teacher, and drop off supplies.

The first day of school will be Thursday, August 1. The first bell will ring at 7:40 AM and the tardy bell at 7:45 AM. Gates open at 7:15 AM, so do not drop off students earlier. Kiddos will be dismissed at 1:55 PM (Wednesdays 12:55 PM). Please plan to DROP OFF and PICK UP your child on the WEST side of the playground every day.

1st - 5th Parents: You are welcome to walk your students to class on the first day of school, we ask that parents give their hugs and kisses at the classroom door and allow students to have a quick transition into their new classroom community.

Kinder Parents: On the morning of the first day of school at 7:45 AM, parents of our amazing kindergarteners are invited to the Marshall Library for muffins, fruit, juice, and coffee. This will be a time to meet Mrs. Suess, our principal, Mrs. Wright, our fabulous new counselor, and Mrs. Riebe, our dedicated Family Liaison.

Marshall will have an Ice Cream Open House on Tuesday, August 6 at 5:00 PM. This is a valuable time to learn what your child(ren)’s teacher has planned for the school year and have ice cream with friends and family!

Be sure to visit the PTO Facebook page. The link is on the Marshall Website: Marshall Elementary School (tusd1.org) Our website is also an excellent way to keep up on all the Marshall activities and events!

Thank you and we hope to see you at Meet Your Teacher and the Ice Cream Open House!

Free Backpack will be available (first come, first serve) in the main hallway during Meet the Teacher, Wednesday 1:00-3:00 pm.

Please be patient and adhere to the pick up and drop off for our students. ALL ARRIVALS AND DISMISSALS ARE ON WEST SIDE OF SCHOOL (Main office is not a drop off or pick up location). All traffic will go from SOUTH to NORTH. Please drop off your kids no earlier than 7:15, unless they are in Community Schools program. Pick up will also come around Oak Park from South at 1:55 or 12:55 on Wednesdays. Teachers and staff will be out helping get students to their parents. Please obey traffic laws and DO NOT make a u-turn from the pick up/drop off line. You must always use the crosswalk to cross the street. This is for everyone's safety, especially our kiddos.

Parent Pick-Up Line

Please remain in your car and move forward as much as possible to pick your student up. If you need/want to get out of your car to meet your child, please park across the street and use the crosswalk. Thank you for your cooperation in making sure our dismissal is as safe as possible.

July 31

Meet Your Teacher 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Aug 1

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL

Kinder Parent Breakfast 7:45 am

Aug 6

Open House/Ice Cream Social 5:00 pm -6:30 pm

Aug 21

NO SCHOOL - Teacher Professional Learning Day

Aug 23

Skate Country Night 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

DISTRICT CALENDARS

Hello Marshall families!

I hope this message finds you well and excited for the upcoming school year! My name is Kylie Wright, and I am thrilled to introduce myself as the new school counselor here at Marshall Elementary School. I am looking forward to getting to know each of you and working together to support the growth and well-being of your children.

As a school counselor, my primary role is to provide support in various areas, including academic success, social and emotional development, and personal well-being. Whether it's helping students navigate challenges, providing resources, or simply lending a listening ear, I am here to ensure that every child feels safe, supported, and valued.

This year, I will be offering a range of programs and activities designed to enhance the school experience for all students. All K-5 students participate in Social Emotional Lessons (SEL) that I deliver once a week. The primary goal of SEL lessons is to provide information and teach skills that help students better understand their thoughts and emotions, become more self-aware, and develop more empathy for others within their community and the world around them. In addition to these lessons, I will provide individual counseling and small groups as the needs of our students are identified throughout the year.

Communication and collaboration with families are key to our success. I encourage you to reach out to me with any questions, concerns, or suggestions. Your insights and involvement are invaluable in creating a nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

I am excited about the opportunities ahead and am committed to making this a fantastic school year for your children. Together, let’s make it a year full of growth, joy, and success!

Thank you,

Kylie Wright

kylie.wright2@tusd1.org

520-731-4961

If your family has been misplaced and is in need of housing, please contact Sarah Riebe at 520-731-4960 or Jessica Figueroa at 520-731-4900.

Marshall Elementary strives to inspire kindness, compassion, and courage in our students. Our community of staff, families, and students work to provide a safe environment where academic excellence and social/emotional well being are our goal. Marshall honors diversity and embraces the opportunity to learn from each other with mutual respect and integrity.