Miller Weekly Update

Dear Miller School Community,

Happy New Year! As we step into the second half of the school year, our Character Word of the Month: Motivation. Motivation is the driving force that empowers us to set and achieve goals, persevere through challenges, and inspire those around us. Throughout January, our teachers and staff will emphasize the importance of motivation in the classroom and beyond. Students will engage in activities and discussions designed to help them understand what motivates them and how they can harness that energy to reach their full potential. We encourage you to join us in this effort by discussing motivation at home and sharing examples from your own lives. Take a moment to reflect on what motivates you in your work, your family, and your daily life—and consider sharing those reflections with your child. These conversations can have a powerful impact and further strengthen the connection between school and home.

I also want to take this opportunity to remind you that Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held during the week of January 27th. These conferences are a valuable time to connect with your child’s teacher, celebrate progress, and collaborate on ways to support your child’s growth and success. More details about scheduling your conference will continue to be shared.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Together, we can inspire our students to stay motivated, dream big, and achieve great things. Here’s to a month full of motivation and meaningful growth!

Best Wishes,

Jim Battersby

Q:Did you always want to be a teacher? A: No I actually always wanted to be a architect! Q:What is one of your hidden talents? A:One of my hidden talents is I can read upside down! Q:What is one thing your students would be surprised to find out about you? A: I am on a dragon boat racing team. Q:How do you show your school spirit? A: Miller gear, big foam hand for high five Friday. Q: What is the best/worst thing about teaching? A: the best thing about teaching is meeting all of the students, and the worst thing about teaching is recess duty and the cold weather Q: What is your advice for the class of 2033? A: Work hard and you can do anything you put your mind to. Q: Cat or dog? A: Dog Q: Beach or pool? A: Beach Q: Outdoor or indoor? A: Outdoor Q: Apple phone or android phone? A: Apple Q: Breadsticks or meatball sub? A: Breadsticks Q: Appetizer or dessert? A: Dessert.

Q: What is one of your hidden talents? A: One of my hidden talents is that I can paint. Q: How do you want your students to remember you? A: I want my students to remember me as a kind, helpful, and loving teacher Q: What do you like to do in your free time? A: I like to watch Netflix, color, read, and go to the beach,(when its warm enough). Q: Did you always want to be a teacher? A: Yes, I did always want to be a teacher since 3rd grade. Also, because my fourth grade teacher was the best! Q: Dog or cat? A: Dog Q: Outdoor or indoor? A: Indoor because of the bugs Q: Beach or pool A: Beach Q: Appetizer or dessert A: Dessert

The attached parent letter is being sent home with students this week and contains all of the important information about concert outfits, dates, and times. Information can also be found in our Miller Choir Google Classroom (code: biwp5q5) If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Guerrasio (guerrasm@eht.k12.nj.us) and Mrs. Weatherby (weatherm@eht.k12.nj.us).

We are delighted to return to Miller School, and optimistic about all the wonderful ways we can work alongside you as we continue to strengthen our school's community by addressing our students' concerns, inside and outside of the classroom.

District Media Specialists have put together a list of reading resources for grades Pre K-12! Take advantage of what our media centers have to offer online: http://mvnt.us/m1177267 #ehtpride #ehtreads

Atlantic County Food Bank Resources: Please see the list here linked for Atlantic County Food Bank Resources

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Phone: (609) 407-2500
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