PES Monthly Memo

At Pecatonica Elementary School, we are committed to providing a nurturing and empowering environment for our students, fostering not only academic growth but also the development of essential life skills.

For the month of March, we are thrilled to introduce and emphasize the theme of "Perseverance" as part of our Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program. Perseverance is a quality that goes beyond the classroom, contributing significantly to personal and academic success.

Why Perseverance?

Perseverance is the ability to persist in the face of challenges, to bounce back from setbacks, and to continue striving towards one's goals despite obstacles. It is a fundamental quality that we believe can make a profound impact on our students' lives.

What Does Perseverance Look Like at PES?

• Effort and Resilience: We encourage our students to put forth their best effort in everything they do, understanding that challenges are a natural part of the learning process. Resilience helps them bounce back from setbacks and grow stronger through experience.

• Setting and Achieving Goals: Perseverance is closely tied to goal-setting. We teach our students to set realistic goals and to break them down into manageable steps. This process not only helps them achieve success but also instills a sense of accomplishment and self-confidence.

• Learning from Mistakes: Perseverance involves learning from mistakes rather than being discouraged by them. We emphasize the importance of resilience and the ability to turn challenges into opportunities for growth.

How Can You Support Perseverance at Home?

We believe that a collaborative effort between school and home is essential for the overall development of our students. Here are some ways you can support the theme of perseverance:

• Encourage your child to share their challenges and successes with you.
• Reinforce the value of hard work and dedication in achieving goals.
• Help your child set realistic and achievable short-term and long-term goals.
• Praise their efforts and determination, regardless of the outcome.

Throughout the month, we will share stories, celebrate successes, and engage in activities that highlight the importance of perseverance.

Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership in creating a positive and enriching educational experience for our students.

Every month, each grade level chooses a Star Student of the Month. The following students were chosen for Star Students for January:

Early Childhood/Pre-Kindergarten: EC -Oaklynn Kohl / PreK - Remi Laye

Kindergarten: Austin Halvorson

1st Grade: Summer Sesko

2nd Grade: Maxson Mayer

3rd Grade: Charlotte Price

4th Grade: Logan Cirigliano

Congratulations to all! January 2024 Students of the Month will be recognized at the March 18th Board meeting in the PHS Library/Media Center at 7:00 pm.

Every month, each grade level chooses a Star Student of the Month. The following students were chosen for Star Students for February:

Early Childhood/Pre-Kindergarten: EC -Grayson Koontz / PreK - Jayda Heslop

Kindergarten: Emery Lauer

1st Grade: Parker Doran

2nd Grade: Cori Wurster

3rd Grade: Annah Cerasa

4th Grade: Avery Hafferty

Congratulations to all! February 2024 Students of the Month will be recognized at the March 18th Board meeting in the PHS Library/Media Center at 7:00 pm.

Mrs. Wanke's 1st grade class celebrated "Glow Day" on February 5. Students dressed in bright colors and worked under black lights for a fun filled day of activities. They even invited some kindergarten students in to do a reading activity.

To encourage our students to try their hardest and to reward their hard work, PES held a drawing for students who showed growth on their Winter Benchmark in MAP testing. During the week of February 12-16, two students from each grade level were drawn at random to receive a token for a free scoop at Culver's. Here are a list of winners:

Monday 2/12:

• Kindergarten: Emma Haight and Hazel Hachmeister
• 1st Grade: Kinsley Dodd and Emma Abate

• 2nd - Madelyn Scott and Cali Wadsworth

• 3rd - Aden Kelley and Aliyah Amador

• 4th -Lilly Richardson and Isaac Eytalis

Tuesday 2/13:

• Kindergarten - Elliot Falls and Chloe Fry

• 1st - Lainey Johannsen and Alfred Meacham

• 2nd - Elliott Craft and Kyler Nitz

• 3rd - Hudson Berg and Easton Drake

• 4th - Avery Walker and Levi Satter

Wednesday 2/14:

• Kindergarten - Max Smith and Declan Busker

• 1st - Lyra Kang and Jozie Aaronson

• 2nd - Reagan Staas and Sawyer Suess

• 3rd - Brooklyn James and Harper Thompson

• 4th - Leo Massingill and Jessalyn Johnson

Thursday 2/15:

• Kindergarten - Savannah Scott and Brinley Stichter

• 1st - Paige Hoffman and Dexter Marotta

• 2nd - Logan Osterberger and Max Staas

• 3rd - Gracie DeGarmo and Miles Tremble

• 4th - Emmett Holeton and Ramsay Braimah

Friday 2/16

• Kindergarten - Amelia Behrends and Maxwell Carden

• 1st - Everley Wink and Taylor Nolan

• 2nd - Luna Imsirovic and Kinsley Nichol

• 3rd - Mason Phillips and Gideon Frank

• 4th - Greta Lilja and Deacon Abate

Congratulations to all of our students who made growth and an extra special congrats to our winners! We would also like to send a special "Thank YOU!" out to Culver's of Winnebago for their generous donation of the free Scoopies!

With the early dismissal on February 16, PES students and staff participated in grade level rotations. Each rotation station had a fun, team-building activity. Some of the activities included stories, crafts, and gym activities. The students had so much fun

PES fourth grade classes are participating in a reading program sponsored by the Beloit Sky Carps. The goal of the program is to get kids to read more and reward them for putting in the effort. The goal is for students to read 15 minutes a night or a total of 105 minutes per week for 4 weeks. Upon completion of the program your child will receive a free ticket to the game on June 1st at 1:05. Families will also have the opportunity to get in to the game at a discounted price, and students will get to participate in a parade before the game! The students will get to walk across the field, as the whole stadium cheers them on! To kick off the program, students were visited by the Sky Carp mascot, Poopsie!

Kindergarten students in Mrs. Dulaney's and Miss Benney's classes had fun learning about the steps to make slime. After adding the ingredients and making slime, they wrote about the steps in the process during their writing time.

On February 29, PES celebrated Tropical Island Day. Students and staff dressed their best in island styles and did their best to beat the cold weather. We engaged in warm weather activities and tried to shake off those winter blues!

On March 18th and 19th, a representative from RSAC will come to Pecatonica Elementary to present state mandated Erin's Law and Anti-Bullying education. The information presented is mandated by the State of Illinois and all presentations will be grade/age appropriate. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Kim Hansen via email at kimhansen@pecschools.com.

March 8: 1:35 pm dismissal

March 13: 1:35 pm dismissal

March 13: Second Grade Concert 6:30 pm @ PHS Commons

March 18-19: Grades 3/4 Illinois Assessment of Readiness ELA Testing

March 22: 1:35 pm dismissal

March 25-April 1: No School-Spring Break

April 1: No School - Spring Break

April 8-12: Grades 3/4 Illinois Assessment of Readiness Math Testing

April 10: 1:35 pm dismissal

April 24: 1:35 pm dismissal