Dear Parents and Guardians,

As December begins, I am filled with gratitude and excitement for all we’ve accomplished together during the first semester of this school year. It’s hard to believe we are already approaching the halfway point, but as I reflect on the past months, I am truly amazed by the growth, learning, and joy that has filled our classrooms and hallways.

Our students have shown remarkable curiosity and resilience, embracing new challenges and opportunities to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. They continue to inspire us with their enthusiasm and hard work.

Thank you for your continued support, partnership, and trust. Together, we create a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and inspired to do their best. Let us end this semester strong and look forward to a new year filled with even more opportunities for growth and success.

Please be reminded that Quarter 2 Benchmark Testing is approaching. These assessments are important for tracking your child’s academic progress and identifying areas of growth. Testing will take place from Dec 2 -19. Please ensure your child gets plenty of rest, eats a healthy breakfast, and arrives on time each day.

Warmest regards,

Emily Suess

Principal, Marshall Elementary

You Can Now Submit an Absence In ParentVUE

When a student is going to be missing school, a parent/guardian is required to contact the school. You may call the office at 731-4900 or use ParentVUE. Here are the steps:

• Log into your ParentVUE account
• Select "Attendance" from the menu
• Select "Report absences" at the top right of the screen
• Enter the following information: Start and End date (can be the same day), Absence reason (use the drop-down), Enter a note or add a document, and Select "Save".

If you have any questions please reach out to the school's front office.

Nov 28 - 29

NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVING BREAK

Dec 2 - Dec 19

Q2 Quarterly Benchmark Testing

Dec 20

Grading Day - No School

Dec 23 - Jan 3

Winter Break - No School

Jan 6

Students Return to School

Jan 10

December Student of the Month Assembly 1:00 pm

Jan 14

PTO Meeting 2:15 pm, rm 10

Jan 20

MLK Day - No School

Jan 28

School Council Meeting 2:15 pm, rm 10

Jan 29

PLD Day - No School

Feb 7

January Student of the Month Assembly 1:00 pm

Feb 13 & 14

Parent Teacher Conferences - 1/2 day, 11:00 am dismissal

DISTRICT CALENDARS

Dear Marshall Families,

It’s hard to believe we are entering the end of our first semester.

Our “Escape the School” Family Reading Night was a huge success, and everyone was able to “escape”!

The PTO will not have a December meeting. The next meeting will be Tuesday, January 14 at 2:15 in Room 10.

Don’t forget to take a look at the Family Engagement Classes and Resources for December. The Family Engagement department offers great classes, workshops, events, and resources!

Have a wonderful holiday and take care!

Sarah Riebe

Marshall Family Liaison

520-731-4960

sarah.riebe@tusd1.org

Dear Parents and Guardians,

I am currently enrolling students in two fantastic small groups designed to support social and emotional growth. These groups have not started yet because I am hoping for a few more students to join us! Each group meets during school hours and will not interfere with academic learning time. Here’s a closer look at the two groups offered:

1. Social/Friendship Skills Group (Grades K-2)

Focus: Making friends, communication, and navigating social situations.
Ideal for younger students who are learning the basics of forming friendships and communicating effectively, this group uses fun activities to teach skills like sharing, active listening, and self-expression.

Benefits:

• Practice making friends in a supportive environment

• Learn essential social skills like empathy and cooperation

• Grow in confidence for social interactions

2. Self-Esteem Group (Grades 3-5)

Focus: Building confidence, promoting positive self-talk, and recognizing personal strengths.
Designed for students ready to explore what makes them unique, this group helps students reflect on their strengths and build a positive self-image.

Benefits:

• Develop a healthy self-concept and practice resilience

• Learn strategies for positive self-talk and goal-setting

• Celebrate individuality and strengths

Interested in Therapy Services?
In addition to these groups, I am excited to share that we have a community partnership with La Frontera Services. If you feel your child would benefit from one-on-one therapy, we can help streamline enrollment for these services. Through this partnership, students can start therapy much faster than waiting on typical waitlists. If interested, please reach out to me directly to make a referral for your child.

How to Sign Up:
If you’d like to enroll your child in one of the groups, or if you’d like more information about therapy services, please contact me at 520-731-4961 or kylie.wright2@tusd1.org. Please leave a voicemail if I don’t answer so that I am able to call you back as soon as I can!

Thank you for your partnership in supporting your child’s growth and well-being. We look forward to helping each student flourish in their unique way!

Warm regards,

Kylie Wright

520-731-4961

General Information

• ALL ARRIVALS AND DISMISSALS ARE ON WEST SIDE OF SCHOOL
• Main office is not a drop off or pick up location.
• 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
• 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.
  

A tax credit is a dollar-for-dollar reduction in the actual tax owed to the State. It reduced your tax liability by the amount you donate - up to $400 for married couples and $200 for singles head of households. Please consider donating today!

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.