Manton Elementary Newsletter

April 28th, 2023 Vol. 33

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Important dates to remember:

May 11: Spring Concert/Family Math Night (6:00-7:15)
May 17: Kindergarten Open House (5:30 PM)
May 20: Mom-to-Mom Sale (Deadline for tables is Friday, May 5!)
May 25: PTO Carnival

News for You:

Cornhole Raffle: The PTO is selling raffle tickets for custom-made Ranger Cornhole Boards (see picture below). The tickets will be sold for the next two weeks, and the raffle drawing will take place Thursday night, May 11, at our Family Math Night!
M-STEP: Our 3rd grade students will continue their M-STEP assessment next week! They will participate in the math assessment. Let's ensure students are getting enough sleep and a complete breakfast. Thanks!
Book Swap: Our last book swap is on Friday, May 5! All K-1 students are encouraged to bring in books to swap, but all students can get a book. All 2nd-4th grade students will swamp books if they only bring in a book(s) to swap. Thanks!
Kindergarten Open House/Roundup: Our annual Kindergarten Open House will be on Wednesday, May 17, at 5:30 pm. The meeting will be for all incoming kindergarteners and families (see separate flyer for more details).
PTO Mom-to-Mom Sale: Calling all Moms! We need more tables reserved for our 1st annual PTO Mom-to-Mom Sale! Click here to reserve your table for our 1st annual Mom-to-Mom sale on Saturday, May 20! We will look at the number of tables sold by Friday, May 5, to determine if we will still have it.
PTO: The PTO (parent-teacher organization) is looking for new parent recruits who want to be a part of a great group to enhance the school experience for all students! Please get in touch with Mr. Katona if you're interested in joining! Our next meeting will be on Monday, May 1, at 6:30 pm in the elementary teacher's lounge.
Drop-off Lane: Parents/Guardians! Please don't leave your vehicle in the drop-off lane; pull forward to allow other vehicles to enter. This WILL help the flow of traffic.
Warmer Weather: Please watch the weather to prepare your child with the appropriate clothing for outside recess. Thank you! **Update-It looks to be chilly all next week! Please have your child dress accordingly. Thanks!
Water Bottles: Please remember to have your child bring a water bottle to school. Especially on warmer days. Thank you!
WIN Room Clothes: We are looking for clothes donations (pants, shirts, etc.) for our WIN room. You can drop them off in the elementary office. Thank you.
Popcorn Fridays: Parent/Guardians, popcorn Fridays are back! Students will get a bag of popcorn one Friday of the month (usually the last Friday). We are asking students to bring in $.25 per month to help offset the cost of the popcorn. This is not mandatory, and we thank you for your help! *Our next Popcorn Thursday will be on May 25!

Second Step Recognition Ticket Students!

PE All-Stars!

Ranger Pride Students of the Month!

Abbi Raymer

Abbie works very hard and attacks each task with a great attitude. She is helpful and kind to others. She is determined and always willing to learn. Great job Abbs!!

Johnny Burnside

Johnny has worked very hard this month, demonstrating every trait of our ranger pride motto. Johnny has been working especially hard achieving our end of year goals. Continue being a positive role model in our school!! Way to go, Johnny!!!

Hannah Aldridge

Hannah has been an attentive listener, a good friend, and has been driven to complete her assignments!

Addison Nowlin

Addison is a great example of ranger pride. She is a hard worker and a great friend to her classmates. This past month she has really shown real determination, pushing herself to be the best she can be. Great job Addison!

Hazel Fountain

Hazel attacks work with a positive, cheerful attitude. She is helpful and kind with other students. Hazel never gives up, even when the work is hard.

Lela Wieber

Lela is a hard worker who always strives to do her best! She is kind and very helpful. She has a positive attitude towards others and learning. She is also very respectful to both her teacher and her peers. She always tries to make others feel good and encouraged!

Lorelei Sparks

Lorelei is a rock star. She has grown so much since the start of the year, and I am very proud of her! Keep it up, Lorelei, you’re doing great things!

Tanner Kookier

Tanner has been a hard working student all year! He does a good job of using his manners, following directions, staying on task, and being kind to his classmates. Keep up the great work in being a super classroom citizen, Tanner!

Noah Cowley

Noah has been working really hard in class. He is such a nice boy and is a friend to everyone. We really enjoy having Noah in our classroom.

Brianna Mullin

Brianna has been totally focused on her growth this year as a student. She has worked hard this year and is always attentive and ready to learn. Way to follow the Ranger way, Brianna!

Matthew Gilmet

Matthew has worked really hard this month staying focused, keeping calm, and transitioning between activities. He’s also quite the gamer! Way to go MattGames!

David Coon

David has really shown great growth this last month! He is a great friend to others and is really trying to do his GREATEST! Great work David!

Julius James

Julius has been working very hard in class and is always trying his best. He is going to do great when he goes to first grade!

Halle Hiller

Halle is such a hard worker and always comes to school with a positive attitude, ready to try her best! She takes pride in everything she does, and she is a kind and helpful friend in class!