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This week at CEPS, our Kindergarteners got to decorate delicious snowman cookies! It made for some wintery-themed smiles, connections, sugary messes, and creativity...what could be better?

• 2/2 All School Assembly @ 9:15

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At CEPS, students learn to read so that they can "read to learn" as they get older. Early literacy will always be one of our focus areas, and this year, many of our staff are participating in intensive learning and training with the goal of continually improving our literacy outcomes for all students. In addition to the time spent learning our new comprehensive literacy curriculum, Wonders 2023, over 30 of our teaching staff are participating in something called LETRS training, which is all about the science of how young students learn to read. This morning, we participated in a session on how to break apart syllables and identify how vowels are part of words....did you know there are over six different patterns of syllable types that depend on how the vowel sound(s) presents in each syllable? From closed and open vowels, vowel teams, r-controlled vowels, and more...our teachers really dove into that learning today. Next up...transferring that learning into our teaching in a way that our students can grasp onto. Here's a fun tip to help you break words into syllables, either put your hand under your chin as you say the word - each time you feel your chin move your hand down, that equals one syllable; or hum the word - each "hum" you make identifies a syllable. Thanks to our staff for their focus on student achievement in ALL areas, especially with literacy on the brain today!

Check out our Wonders (English-Language Arts curriculum) grade-level newsletters by clicking the buttons below, to keep up-to-date on what your child is learning, along with tips on how to support literacy at home!

Bridging Brighter Smiles had to unfortunately reschedule and will be at CEPS on Tuesday, Feb. 14th to complete winter visits. It's not too late to enroll! Must re-enroll every 2 years. See flyer information for more details and how to enroll.

COMING UP:

The next School District of McFarland School Board meeting is scheduled for February 5, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.

Click HERE for a link to the McFarland School Board agendas and minutes.

Click HERE for a link to the McFarland School Board meeting recordings and upcoming YouTube live streams.

FEBRUARY IS

Kindness Month

• During Kindness Month we want to emphasize the power of kindness. This year, we are not only celebrating acts of compassion but also taking a stand against bullying in all its forms.

Black History Month

• Black History Month is a time to celebrate the achievements and history of African Americans. Let's spend time learning about incredible people and their stories of how they worked to make this world a better place for all.
  

Career & Technical Education (CTE) Month

• This month we think about and appreciate all of the wonderful ways CTE can help students reach their goals.
  

* Wisconsin Public School Observance Days

The following flyers are not necessarily school-sponsored activities, and the McFarland School District does not provide support or endorsement of the program/flyer. It has neither reviewed nor approved the program, personnel, or activities announced in the brochure/flyer. Permission to distribute this material must not be considered a recommendation or endorsement by the School District.

Almost, Maine: a play to raise money for the McFarland Food Pantry!

Michael Brown (1st grade teacher at CEPS) is acting in this sweet, funny, lovely play that will benefit our local food pantry! Brooke Hauser (CEPS Assoc. Principal) is acting in it and directing several of the scenes, too! This would make a fantastic date night, girls night out, group event... any of the above. Tickets are $20 and the seating is general admission, so folks who'd like to sit together can do so, regardless of when you buy your tickets. Chat with a friend or two and come check out this terrific benefit show! Use the poster QR codes here or click to buy tickets at bit.ly/almostmcfarland! *This community event is for ages 13+

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL CALENDAR OF CHILDREN'S EVENTS AT THE LIBRARY

Each third Thursday of the month we will have a PJ Storytime featuring a special theme and activities.

This winter/spring we are offering zoom options for Toddler Monday Storytime, Zumbini, Little Bodies Big Feelings, and PJ Storytime. To attend these programs virtually, email youthservices@mcfarlandlibrary.org by 9am the day of the program you wish to attend. For PJ Storytime, please email by 5:30pm the day of the program.

Free Vaccine Clinics! see flyer for details and how to schedule an appointment!