The Martin Memo

October is always a busy month! Monday -Wednesday of next week are holidays. Homecoming week is coming up quickly (see dress up days below) and then the following week is Red Ribbon Week featuring Family Reading Night including the book fair and the opportunity to read to a therapy dog. Please make plans to attend!

On Halloween, we will wear costumes to school, but please make sure the costume is school appropriate in style, length, etc and PE friendly. The following will not be allowed:

masks

blow up costumes

blood and guts

props including weapons

On Wednesday at 6:30, Dr. Tom is hosting a meeting at Moore Middle School to share information about district items that will be on the ballot of the upcoming election. Please come hear what it's all about so you are sure to be an informed voter.

Our AC units continue to make our days unpredictable, with times of extreme hot and cold. Please dress your student in layers such as a long sleeve shirt over a short sleeve shirt and send them with a sweatshirt or hoodie...things they can take off or put on as needed. The contractors are diligently working to rectify the problems, but until everything is sorted out, better safe than sorry!

Sallye Norris

Principal

Martin Elementary

Mrs. Olsen could use some extra hands during kinder art. If you'd like to help out, sign up here. You must have a completed background check prior to volunteering.

It's almost time for the 2nd annual Martin Pumpkin Decorating Contest!

Decorate a pumpkin to look like your favorite book character. (Student creations only)

Fill out the entry form (available from the library and front office).

Bring the pumpkin & your form to the library.

Kids can carry pumpkins in at drop-off on 10/23 or 10/24.

If the pumpkin requires a Parent Drop off, parent drop off will be on 10/24 4:00-5:30 pm.

School voting will happen starting 10/28 and winners will be announced on 10/31.

Pumpkins will need to be picked up on 10/31 or 11/1 by 4pm.

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.

100% of our staff have already joined PTA. Can we get 100% parent participation as well. Joining PTA DOES NOT require a time commitment. You can do as little as join or as much volunteering as you'd like. PLEASE join today!

https://txpta.my.salesforce-sites.com/JoinPTA

Martin Elementary is a Box Tops school! That means that families in our community earn cash to give back to our school when they purchase Box Tops products. Simply download the Box Tops app on your phone, sign up to support MARTIN ELEMENTARY and start earning for our school today!

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.

September 25th, the Free and Reduced Grace Period Ends. If a new application has not been submitted for the 2024-25 school year the student reverts to paid status. They will be responsible for those charges.

In celebration of World Kindness Day (11/13/24) and Kindness Week (2/14-2/20/25), MMS will be selling a "Be Kind: It's What Bobcats Do" shirt that proudly features our district's core values. This initiative is more than just a shirt that we will wear across the district on Wednesdays; it is a symbol of the Celina Bobcats' commitment in demonstrating kindness in all we do.

The sale will run from October 1-14. Delivery will be to each campus the first week in November, separated by homeroom/period.

Please help us promote kindness and unity through our Be Kind shirts!

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!

10/14-16: Student Holiday

10/16: Parent Teacher Conferences

10/16: District Meeting @ Moore, 6:30pm (to learn about upcoming election)

10/17-24: House Competition Coin Collection benefiting Helping Hands of Celina

10/18: Classroom Spelling Bees (3rd-5th)

10/21: Elementary #5 Beam Signing Ceremony at 4:30 PM

10/22: Make Up Picture Day

10/28 Family Reading Night and Book Fair (5:30-7:00)

11/1: 4th Grade Field Trip

11/4: 5th Grade Music Program (6pm @ Moore)

11/13: 4:30-6:30 Dinosaur George Family Night

11/20-22: 5th Grade Camp

12/2: 1st Grade Music Program (6pm)

12/18: School Spelling Bee

12/19: Holiday Parties (time TBD)

12/20: Early Release

Email: martinelem@celinaisd.com
Website: https://www.celinaisd.com/o/mes
Location: 2905 North Louisiana Drive, Celina, TX, USA
Phone: 469-742-9107
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