Mr. Posick's Friday email

As I was sitting at the state principals' convention this week, I began to wonder about how we speak to our children about school. I'm as guilty as anyone that when I ask my daughter how school was today, she responds with fine or OK or great. And that's it. We should always take the opportunity for the next step. Ask why. Or ask them what they did for someone else. Or ask them what their favorite part of the day was, besides lunch or recess. I promise to start having these conversations after school today. And if you think about it after your conversation, send an email to the teacher about your conversation.

I am a firm believer in getting students outside, whenever possible, before school and during lunch recess. Getting outside allows us to get fresh, clean air, to move around, to swing, to climb on the monkey bars, to play gaga ball, and various other activities. Standing around inside doesn't allow us to get our body moving. It's important to be active and it better prepares us for learning. Check out the visual below to see my point.

On Tuesday, February 13th, we will be having two assemblies, one for 5th and 6th grade (1:10-2:00) and one for 7th and 8th grade (12:10-1:00). Our students will be hearing from Sheriff Gary Kelly, a school resource officer from Sussex-Hamilton. He will be here discussing the safe use of Social Media, Smart Phones, as well as the repercussions of misuse.

The Merton Theater Company will be hosting a Merton only Mardi Gras themed dance for all Intermediate School students. The cost is $5 dollars at the door, with beads and concessions available for sale. We hope to see many of you there!

PTO's annual Trivia Night is Saturday, February 24th at Bristlecone Pines Golf Course. Please join us to support our PTO as they support our students, staff, and schools. There will be good food, auction items, trivia, and music. Here is a link for more information and to register.

**UPDATE! Only one table left!

Email: posickj@merton.k12.wi.us
Website: http://www.merton.k12.wi.us/intermediate/information/intermediateprincipal.cfm
Location: N68 W28320 Sussex Road Merton, WI 53056
Phone: (262) 538-1130
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