MES Weekly Scoop

I have a sign in my office that reads "teachers who love teaching, teach children to love learning". As I reflect on this statement, I think of a couple of things. I think about why a teacher loves teaching, and what is being taught.

A teacher loves teaching because they love children and helping them learn. Satisfaction for a teacher's job comes from helping students succeed. Teachers feel successful when they help students realize their potential. Teachers experience joy when they see a student learn something new, or the student's efforts pays off.

When I would introduce myself as a teacher, people would often ask what do you teach. I would often answer back with "children". They would usually smile, and follow up with " no, I meant what subject". I tried to let people know that a subject doesn't matter. What matters is the student, and our role as teachers is to help students love learning, regardless of the subject.

PEPC will be assisting with Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) applications on January 16th. If you need assistance filling out an application and you are not available on January 16th, contact Moriah Dobrovolny, MES Family Advocate at 785-562-6818 (call or text). Moriah will be able to assist you with your application. LIEAP applications open up Monday, December 18th.

MES PTO rewarded Mrs. Pieschl's 2nd grade, Mr.Wright's 6th grade, and Mrs. Schotte's 6th grade classes for their efforts in the Thankful November clothes drive. These 3 classes were the top go getters and brought in the most items. Thank yous to MES PTO for all your hard work with this project, Landoll Lanes for the bowling, and all the students that worked on the clothes drive.

Mrs. Olmsted and Mr. Brown took the 2nd graders to sing for some of our local senior residents. They performed three songs: Snow, Rock 'n' Roll Snowman, Red Bird, Winter Fun

They had a great time and I am sure the Seniors loved it.

Missing a few days here and there doesn't seem like a big deal, but as you can see, a few school absences add up to a lot of missed instruction! Regular attendance is vital for student success. Research shows that students with chronic absenteeism are less likely to read proficiently by third grade, achieve in middle school, or graduate from high school.

Zero Stopped by the Kindergarten this week to celebrate the 80th day of school. WOW!!!! They counted candy canes to 80, and then they all were given one.

Jessica Palmer teaches special education at Marysville Elementary School. She has taught here for 5 years. Before starting her teaching career with us she worked one year in the USD 364 Sped Department as an administrative assistant. Jessica is loved by her students and truly enjoys working with them. She is a hard worker and loves seeing her students grow and improve. Thank you Jessica for making MES a better place.

Jennifer Packett has taught 4th grade at Marysville Elementary for 5 years. Before joining the staff at MES Mrs. Packett worked in Salina for 9 years as a 4th grade teacher. Mrs. Packett enjoys everything about her job. She likes the challenges and loves the relationships with her students. Thank you Jennifer for making MES a great place.

We need your help. We have a large amount of coats, jackets,and hoodies being left all over the building. Mostly in the gym, cafeteria, and playground. The vast majority have no name written in them. When they are put in the lost and found, they are never claimed. Lost and found is located in the breeze way at the main entrance.

Please tell your child the importance of keeping their clothing items. Be sure to write their name in their coats. Check to see if your child has their coat. All these items will be taken to Habitat at the end of the semester or sooner when we can't store that many items.

Monday: Mandarin Orange Chicken and Rice or Deli Sandwich, Veggies, Cantaloupe, Grapes, Milk

Tuesday: Hamburger or Salad, french Fries, Carrots, Fruit, Milk

Wednesday: Chicken Nuggets or Salad, Wheat role, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Pineapple, Milk

Thursday: No Lunch. 12:10 dismissal

Friday: Christmas Break

1. Look at the person that made the request

2. Use a pleasant or neutral tone of voice

3. Acknowledge the request by answering OKAY

4. Promptly complete request

5. If you are unable to complete the request, politely tell the person that you cannot do what he or she requested