Marshall Enews 4/12/24
Marshall E-news 4/12/24
School News and Information
Happy Friday, we hope you had a great week!
Parents, please note that students from 3rd through 12th grade are either currently taking or preparing to start the Ohio State Tests. Teachers will remind students the day before they are scheduled to test. Kindly ensure that your child arrives at school on time to begin the tests promptly. Thank you for your support.
Kindergarten Information
We had our kindergarten registration this week. If you missed kindergarten registration day, please contact the main office to schedule an appointment to screen your child for the 2024-25 school year.
PTG News and Information
Our Spring Fling Dance is tomorrow! It is not to late for you to come and dance the night away with your family! You can buy tickets at the door! Doors will open at 6:00! We hope to see you there!
STEM
Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (S-EBT)
Ohio is a participating state in this new summer cash benefit program. Children certified for free and/or reduced meals in the 2023-2024 school year, or otherwise participating in SNAP, Ohio Works First, or who meet the income criteria for free or reduced meals within the Medicaid program qualify for this summer program.
If you would like to participate in the S-EBT program, your child must have a free and reduced form approved/certified (online at Payschools or paper application turned in at your child's school) by the last day of school to receive a payment from the State of Ohio.
If you have any questions you may call the Treasurer's Office at 513-273-3100.
5TH GRADE FAMILIES
THS National Honor Society- Kids Night Out
THS Honor Society will sponsor this free event, but a registration form must be filled out in order to participate. They will have a formal check-in table, where we will also be collecting gently used/new books to donate to the Oxford Lane Library. Event activities include a variety of crafts, gym time, a movie, board games, and carnival games.
We have attached a flyer for the event. The QR code on the flyer will lead to the form for registration, but here is the link: https://forms.gle/zdJLEiUiP9sHxSqC6
LIONS CLUB
The Oxford Lions Club Sight Saving Committee is collecting used eyeglasses, as well as glasses cases! These glasses and cases are donated all over the world to children who are in need. The lenses and frames from the donated glasses are modified to meet individual children's eye needs. Every year, Oxford Lions Club collects and sends 900-plus pairs of glasses to children in need!
Donations can be dropped off at Marshall or the Board Office. Thank you for supporting the Oxford Lions Club!
Updated COVID Information- Mrs. Fangman- District Nurse
The CDC recently changed its guidance regarding Covid information and protocols. The district is taking this opportunity to share with you the updated COVID information and policy. We continue to prioritize the health and safety of our students, teachers, and staff. We must work together to minimize the spread of illness within our school community.
Please follow your healthcare provider's advice regarding when to stay home with illness, and when your student may return to school following a COVID diagnosis.
Your child’s symptoms must improve and the child must be fever-free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medications. This helps prevent the spread of illness/Covid.
We collaborate closely with local health authorities to stay updated on COVID activity in our area and follow any additional recommendations or guidelines they provide.
The district appreciates your cooperation and support in helping us maintain a healthy learning environment for all students. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.
READING AT HOME (RAH)
We need volunteers to run the RAH cart. Click Here to sign up for a spot to help our students shop the RAH cart.
Every Friday (Thursday when there is no school on Friday) is RAH cart dates. Students who bring in a RAH recording sheet can get a prize from the cart. Special prizes for students who get in the 100, 500, or 1,000 RAH club! Keep Reading At Home!!
Click Here for a RAH recording sheet. Here are our RAH dates for the rest of the year:
Friday, Apr. 19
Friday, Apr. 26
Friday, May 3 (last day of RAH this year!)
F.R.E.S.H Air Fair- April 20th 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Please see this link for more information on the F.R.E.S.H Air Fair at Talawanda High School on April 20, 2024.
Check out the Oxford Parks & Recreation Summer Activities Guide HERE
Last Three Days of School
Final Forms Update and Reminder
TSD will prompt parents in the first week of August to begin updating their child's school forms for the 2024-25 school year. We know sometimes parents begin doing this early, but it's important to wait for the prompt from the district, as some forms will be changing for next school year. The updates will be made in July after all of the summer programs are completed.
Oxford Swim and Dive Team
Please use this link to learn more about the Oxford Swim and Dive Team.
Y-Base After School Enrichment Program
Please use this link to learn more about the YMCA after-school program.
THS Staff Appreciation
If you have students at THS, please see the following information. THS does not have a PTG, and we have a parent that is planning a luncheon. Any help is appreciated.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B45ACAE28AAFE3-48808650-2024#/
Health and Wellness News- Mrs. Machecko
Talawanda School District received a grant from Interact for Health to provide education and support to both students and families on the topic of e-cigarettes/vaping. This video, "Caring Adults Tackling Youth Vaping", is meant for any and all caring adults who want to learn more about this health issue and the vital role that adults can play by having conversations with the young people in their lives. Following the video, please consider taking a brief survey with a chance to win a gift card for your participation.
Link to video:
Link to survey:
https://epiphanycommunityservices.research.net/r/5DXN3FQ
Age-Friendly Oxford Group
TSD Families, Please consider providing feedback to the Age Friendly Oxford Group.
Student Services Information- Mrs. Aerni
Click HERE for all upcoming local events through the Student Services Department
or
Visit the Talawanda Student Services page to see all upcoming local events!
Community Events & Activities Designed for Kids and Families:
https://www.talawanda.org/resources/community-events-%2B-activities-36/
National and International Holidays, Monthly Recognitions and Interfaith Religious Observances
National and International Holidays, Monthly Recognitions and Interfaith Religious Observances
Attendance Reminder!
ABSENCE FROM SCHOOL PROCEDURES
Before 8:30 a.m. on the day of absence, a parent/guardian should call the Attendance line, Marshall Office at 513-273-3600, to report a student absent from school. This line is available 24 hours a day. If a parent has called the Attendance line, a written note WILL NOT be necessary. If a call has not been received, the Office will begin making home phone calls to missing students by 9:30 a.m. in compliance with the Missing Child Act. Students who have not been called in and wish to have his/her absence excused MUST, within 5 school days, present a note stating the date(s) of absence, reason of absence, and parent/guardian signature. Parents may excuse their child for a total of TEN days each school year. After TEN days of parent excuses, all absences will be considered UNEXCUSED unless supported by a doctor's note. Vacation days may be excused as part of the 10 total Parent notes.
Marshall Cafeteria
EZ Pay Link
Do you need to add lunch money to your child’s account or pay school fees? Please contact the office if you need your child’s student ID number.
2023-2024 Calendar
April 16 - 4th Grade Concert @ 7:00pm
April 18 - School Banking Miami Savings Bank
May 6 - Data Day
May 7 - PD Day
May 8 - Marshall Picnic Day
May 9 - Touch A Truck
May 10 - Marshall Mile
May 17 - May Fest
May 17 - School Banking Miami Savings Bank
May 21 - Field Day
May 22 - 5th Grade end year celebration @ 8:45 - 9:45
May 23- Last Day of School
Have a great, safe, weekend!
Stephanie Jones
Principal
joness@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.
