Marshall Elementary Enews 2/24/23

Posted on: February 24, 2023

Marshall Elementary Weekly E-News

February 24, 2023

School News and Information

Happy Friday! It is hard to believe that March is next week. Our teachers will be sharing conference sign ups soon. Just a reminder that Conference Nights are March 9th and 14th.

Conference Meals 3/14

If you would like to donate to teacher conference meals, please visit this link. Thank you!

Monitoring What Students See and Hear

It is concerning to hear that students are making references to inappropriate/adult topics in the classroom. Children can be exposed to such topics through various means, including social media (TikTok, Facebook, Youtube, etc), television, music, and overheard conversations. They can repeat these topics, sometimes without even knowing what they are saying. It is important for parents and caregivers to monitor what their children are exposed to and to have open and honest conversations about appropriate behavior and language.

Parents can take steps to limit their child's access to inappropriate content by setting parental controls on devices and monitoring their child's online activity. Additionally, parents can talk to their children about what they are watching and help them understand why certain content may not be appropriate.

As educators, it is important to address inappropriate language and behavior in the classroom and to provide guidance on appropriate language and behavior. Teachers can also work with parents to address any concerns and to ensure that students are receiving consistent messaging at school and at home.

Overall, it is essential for parents and educators to work together to create a safe and supportive learning environment for children. By monitoring what children are exposed to and providing guidance on appropriate behavior and language, we can help ensure that children are not exposed to inappropriate content and are able to thrive both academically and socially.

Scholastic Book Fair Coming March 6th-10th

Fliers are coming home with students today.

The Book Fair will be open to families on March 9th during conferences in Room 109.

As a reminder, Scholastic is now required to collect sales tax at the Book Fair. Please be sure to factor in the 6.5% sales tax when budgeting for the Book Fair with your student.

If your student used eWallet for the last Book Fair and has any remaining funds, you MUST create a new eWallet for the Spring Book Fair. You will have an opportunity to rollover any unused funds that have since been converted to an eGift Card. Please just be sure to sign into your Scholastic Account with the same information so you can be recognized in the system.

Touch-a-Truck

Marshall will be hosting Touch-a-Truck on the morning of Tuesday, May 16th. If you or someone you know would be willing to share your time and vehicle with the event, please contact Teresa Peter at petert@talawanda.org.

From the Marshall PTG

Our Marshall PTG spring flower sale is kicking off next week! The sale runs March 1-15. Flyers are in your mailbox. Please send them home with students. If you need more flyers, there are some under the mailboxes. Flowers will be delivered April 22. Online links will not be available until March 1.

Foster Grandparent Program

If you know of anyone over 55, the AmeriCorps Seniors program is looking for people to be Foster Grandparents and come help out in the school. Please see the attached flier for more information.

Kindergarten Registration

Talawanda School District is now accepting Kindergarten registration for the 2023-2024 school year. Any child whose fifth birthday is on or before August 1, 2023 is eligible to register for kindergarten for the 2023-2024 school year.

Please call the school office at the school located within your attendance area to register your child. If you are unsure of which school attendance area you live in, please call Petermann Transportation @ (513) 273-3150 for verification on which school your child will attend.

Marshall Elementary School (513) 273-3600

Kramer Elementary School (513) 273-3500

Bogan Elementary School (513) 273-3400

After enrollment forms are completed, parents must furnish their child’s certified birth certificate, immunization records, certified-court stamped divorce decree with custody papers (if applicable), copy of parent(s) drivers license, and proof of residency in the Talawanda School District to complete their child’s Kindergarten enrollment.

Contacting Legislators

Holli Hansel has placed the information on the TSD website regarding contacting state legislators and the governor about school funding. Please consider taking a few minutes to advocate for fair school funding for Ohio. The state of Ohio's funding for public schools has been found unconstitutional multiple times. I will be reaching out to our legislators and please consider taking a few moments to do the same.

Please consider writing to our Ohio Board of Education, and other state leaders and elected officials. Check out the talking points and letters we've shared on our district website.

Contact Information for Ohio Officials

Talking Points & Sample Letters

Yearbook Orders

We are now taking yearbook orders for this year. See this flier.

Reading at Home (RAH)

RAH will be back this year grades K-5 started today and continues each friday. Use this link to the RAH recording Sheet For our upper level readers, chapter books count as 1 book for every 25 pages of the chapter book read. One of the best ways for children to grow in their reading is to read. Just like the expression goes - practice makes perfect. RAH volunteers sign up

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084ba4a723a5fc1-rahparent1#/

Food Need Availability in Oxford, Ohio

Please use this link for the Food Need Availability calendar for Oxford.

National and International Holidays, Monthly Recognitions, and Interfaith Religious Observances

Thank you to our Equity and Diversity Team for creating Monthly Recognitions and Interfaith Religious Observances.

Marshall Community Rewards Program

Thank you to everyone who already enrolled. Have you enrolled in Kroger Community Rewards? It's easy to do & every shopping trip earns money for Marshall! Just imagine how much we would earn if every family enrolled! Encourage all of your family & friends to register!

Please enroll today if you haven't already done so! https://www.kroger.com/account/communityrewards

Organization Name: Marshall Elementary

Organization Number: EK110

Fees

School fees can be paid on the Talawanda website via EZPay or by sending a check to school with your child. Please include the child’s name in the memo. Chromebook insurance for 5th grade cannot be waived.

Absences

If your child is going to be absent, please call the Marshall Attendance Line @ 513-273-3600 by 10:00 a.m.

TSD Breakfast and Lunch Program

Student Meal Pricing

Breakfast - $1.50

Lunch - Elementary $2.75

Milk (Individual) - $.60

The Marshall Lunch Menu is posted on the website linked here.

Students must have their breakfast card to get a breakfast in the morning. These cards were given out at the beginning of the year and should be kept in one location of the student’s backpack.

Drop-Off and Pick-Up Procedures

Pick up Sign Request Form

Talawanda Athletics Ticket Information

Ticket Information for Talawanda Athletics- CLICK HERE

Talawanda Community Events Page

Please use this link for the Talawanda Community Events Page.

Enjoy the weekend!

Chad Hinton

Principal

hintonc@talawanda.org

513-273-3600

Educating and preparing students for life!

In partnership with the community, our mission is to educate and prepare our students for a rapidly changing world by instilling critical thinking skills, a global perspective, and a respect for our core values.

2022-2023 Calendar

March 7 - Spring Picture Day

March 8 - Grade Level Proposal 6:00 PM @ Marshall

March 9 - Conferences

March 13 - Marshall PTG Meeting 7:00 PM Cafeteria

March 14 - Conferences

March 27-31 - No School - Spring Break

April 7 - No School

April 10 - No School - Conference Exchange Day

April 12 - Marshall Art Show

May 3 - Last Day for Bookmobile - All items are returned

May 7 - No School - Professional Development Day