Marshall Elementary Weekly E-News

October 4, 2019

A Peaceful, Productive, Healthy, and Happy Community

The mission of Marshall Elementary is to work as a community to achieve higher levels of thinking and learning by empowering every learner everyday.

School News and Information

As our Reading at Home program begins this year, we would also like to provide you with possible questions you can ask your child about their reading to help increase comprehension and building understanding.  Please use the following link from scholastic and select the appropriate grade level.  

https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/blog-posts/meghan-everette/17-18/Parent-Question-Stems-for-ELA/  

Talawanda Homecoming Spirit Week

This week is Homecoming for Talawanda and to celebrate we will have the following spirit days:

Monday - Twin Day

Tuesday - Down on the Farm (some kids wanted country day, some wanted to dress up like cows)

Wednesday - Wacky Wednesday (neon colors, mismatched)

Thursday - Talawanda Thursday (wear Talawanda/Red/White/Blue)

Homecoming Parade is Thursday at 6:00 PM - The parade will be leaving Millett Hall at 6:00 pm, and returning to Millett Hall (via Sycamore st.) 

Football Game is Friday at 7:00 PM THS

Morning Drop Off - When dropping off in the morning please ufse the north side of the building.  For safety reasons, the front circle is only available after all busses have departed from the front circle.  Please do not go around busses in parked anywhere along the sidewalks. Thank you.

Electronic Devices - Recently we have been experiencing some internet disruptions at school.  On a recent check of our system far more devices were connected to our network than expected.  We have noticed more students coming to school with a cell phone. We are instructing students to turn these devices off during the school day and to follow the established school policies and code of conduct.  We thank you in advance for your assistance. 

The Talawanda Health Coordinating Council is committed to creating a healthier community by addressing non-academic barriers to learning, building upon family and community strengths, and involving families and other community members in all phases of student success.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has provided information regarding the health risks of e-cigarette use by kids, teens, and young adults. Please click on the link below to learn more. If you have additional questions, please contact Amy Macechko, Health & Wellness Coordinator, at macechkoa@talawanda.org. 

https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/basic_information/e-cigarettes/Quick-Facts-on-the-Risks-of-E-cigarettes-for-Kids-Teens-and-Young-Adults.html#why-is-nicotine-unsafe

Friendly Reminders

Students should not bring to school items or objects, which are not a part of their school materials.  Such objects may include, but not be limited to toys, trading cards, and electronic devices. Non-school objects may be held in the office.  

Students should not bring items of value to school.  Items such as jewelry, expensive clothing, electronic equipment, and the like, are tempting targets for theft and extortion.  The School is not liable for any loss or damage to personal valuables. 

In addition, all footwear must allow for active and safe participation in recess and physical education classes. (No roller-skate shoes, flip-flops, or excessive platform shoes.)

Gum is not permitted at school.

School Fees

Stop by the office to pay school fees via cash or check.  

Box Tops For Education

The Box Tops for Education system is changing.  It can all be done electronically with your grocery receipt.  Download the App, create your free account, and search for Maude Marshall Elementary School using our zip code 45056.  Information here: BTFE Overview and BTFE Product List

Updating Student Information

Student Information/contact Forms are completed electronically.  Simply log into Final Forms using the email and password you created and make the changes you need.  If you forgot your email or password click forgot email or forgot password and follow the prompts.  

https://talawanda-oh.finalforms.com/

Need to update a phone number or address - Go to the Contact Form

Need to update your pick up list - Go to the Transportation Form

Before and After School Child Care

It looks like we will be moving forward with starting Child Care provided by the YMCA here at Marshall.  If you didn’t sign up at Open House and are interested, please complete this form and return it to school.  

All community events, flyers and information can be found at:

TSD Community Activities

Reading at Home (RAH) Recording Sheet

Upcoming Dates

10/9 - Fire Safety for K-1

10/10 - Homecoming Parade 6:00 PM

10/11 - No School - Fall Break

10/11 - Homecoming Game 7:00 PM

10/14 - 4th Grade Field Trip to Cincinnati Reds

10/15 - Parent Teacher Conferences 4:00 to 7:30 PM

10/17 - Parent Teacher Conferences 4:00 to 7:30 PM

10/18 - Miami Savings Bank Banking Day 9:00 to 9:15 AM

10/21 - Board of Education Meeting 7:30 PM THS

10/25 - 3rd Grade Field Trip to Richmond Symphony

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