Jaguar Journal 12/20/24
#FAMILY
Dear Merrill Families,
Thank you so much for your ongoing support and partnership! We hope you're looking forward to a delightful winter break from December 23rd to January 6th. Students will return to school on Tuesday, January 7th, and just a quick reminder: grades will be posted on that same day!
We’re excited to share some fun celebrations for Quarter 2 once we’re back from break:
- **7th Grade:** January 10th at Sky Zone
-**8th Grade:** January 14th at Skate City
- **6th Grade:** January 15th at Skate City
As the temperatures drop during the second semester, please make sure your student is bundled up in appropriate winter clothing. We plan to enjoy the outdoors as much as we can during lunch and recess! We're so grateful for a fantastic first semester, and we can’t wait for an equally amazing second semester ahead. Enjoy the holidays!
Sincerely,
Merrill Leadership
Upcoming Dates!
Winter Break- 12/23/24-1/6/25. Students back 1/7/25!
Giving Tree and Teacher Appreciation!
Thank you to our amazing community! Ms. Jordan couldn't even get into her office because it was so full of gifts! We distributed almost 200 gifts and our kiddos are so grateful. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the Giving Tree and the Teacher Appreciation Breakfast. We are overwhelmed by the generosity and involvement within our #FAMILY!
Merrill Athletics
Congrats to the Student Athletes who made the boys and girls volleyball teams!
Practices will start after the break.
Mr. Franklin
Secret Staff Spirit Day
Ugly Holiday Sweaters!
Cool Classrooms!
Cleveland and de la Riva’s Advisement kicked off the day with holiday Just Dance fun!
From the PTSA!
Spring Auction Kickoff Meeting!
Thursday, January 9 th at 6pm
Come join a great group of people to help plan Merrill’s biggest party and fundraiser of the year! RSVP HERE!!
If you are unable to attend the meeting on January 9th , but are interested in
helping out, please contact Joanna at joanna_shear@yahoo.com
Upcoming Dine Outs - Remember to Mention Merrill When Ordering!
January 15 from 4pm-11pm at Goosetown Tavern
February 6 all evening at Postino at 9th
March 10 all day at Ester’s
April 29 from 4pm-10pm at Campus Lounge
Dads at Merrill (D@M)
The rumors are over!
Dad Band IS returning again next year to help Merrill raise money for its teachers and staff.
On January 15, in addition to what will be a Merrill Dine Out night at Goosetown Tavern, 3242 E Colfax Ave, Dad Band will be performing a mix of new modern faves to the classics from past decades.
Performance time: approximately 6:00pm to 9:00pm.
Dads at Merrill (D@M)
Are you a Dad reading this?
Connect with other Jaguar Dads by emailing john.hesse@me.com
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Quick links to support Merrill:
Donate your Longmont Dairy Caps
Longmont Dairy supports Merrill by
giving 5¢ back for every milk cap!
Start collecting and tell your neighbors
that Merrill is a drop off location for
Longmont Dairy milk & juice caps!
Happening at Merrill!
Families Helping Families
Greetings #FAMILY! Merrill Meals pantry provides free groceries once a month to Merrill families that would like to receive extra food. We understand that everyone could use some support from time to time, and we are here to help.
If you would like to receive extra groceries one-time per month, please complete this private and anonymous survey, so we can provide the food items that your family likes to eat and match your preferences. Please mark the items that you would like to have potentially included in your pre-packed backpack.
***NOTE: Not all items are available, but we will match your request with whatever is in stock! Thank you.
Form can be found HERE
MERRILL STORE!
The Merrill Store is designed to promote positive behavior and encourages students to make good choices. They earn Merrill Money throughout their time at school and use it to "purchase" items at the store during their recess. Items include snacks, chips, candy, sports equipment, Merrill gear, fidgets, toys, stickers and most importantly- gift cards! Please see the Sign Up Genius below to sign up to donate items and to volunteer at the store. It's so fun seeing your student during the school day! We will have the store open 2 Fridays a month and hope to see you there!
Merrill Clubs!
Club Offerings 24-25
Around the Community!
Tasty Food over Winter Break!
School’s Out, but Tasty Food is IN!
Youth ages 3-18 can enjoy FREE meals and snacks during winter break, 12/23/24 – 1/3/25.
No ID or registration required!
Find a location near you: denvergov.org/tastyfood
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Have you Heard About My Spark?!? $1,000 to enroll in After School Activities!!!
This new pilot program will provide 4,000 eligible Denver Public Schools middle school students with $1,000 to enroll in afterschool programs. As students enroll in participating programs, My Spark Denver will also invest $4 million in afterschool activities.
My Spark Denver gives parents the agency to decide how they want to use the money, which is provided to them in the form of a restricted debit card that can be redeemed across 100+ afterschool providers, big and small. Every kid is different and what parents really need are the resources to help their children pursue their sparks, whether it's fencing, football or fashion design.