McAllister Moments

VISION:

Committed to Excellence and Success in All We Do!

MISSION:

Dedicated to rigorous educational tasks that challenge and motivate students while always being focused on continuous improvement.

March is upon us as we are well into the school year! With March here, we continue to see progress with each of our students and look forward to them all being able to show just how much they know with upcoming MAP assessments and the GMAS! This past week was filled with excitement as we kicked off our Read-A-Thon Fundraiser in conjunction with our PTSO and ended the week with words of inspiration from Georgia Southern and Chicago Bears great, Adrian Peterson! He shared his journey to success from being an NFL Football player to a published author sharing with everyone that "Hard Word Pays Off!"

Our students/teachers are continuing to work through the components of the curriculum while integrating many of the new resources from Fundations Phonics, Ready Math and Study Island/Exact Path. As a parent it can be overwhelming at times to find these resources in a pinch when you are at home. Our Instructional Technology Specialist has provided readily available links on our homepage, click here to peruse and use the various items: Click Here for Student Resources

There are a few upcoming engagement opportunities, take a peek at the upcoming events below:

Upcoming Events:

• Read-A-Thon - February 24-March 6, 2020 (Information being sent home soon)
• Book Fair - March 2-March 6, 2020
• Seussical the Musical Drama Performance - Thursday, March 5 & Friday, March 6 (6PM)
• McAllister Night - RHHS Baseball - March 20, 2020 (ALL are Welcome, Info coming soon)
• MAP Testing (3rd-5th) - March 23-March 25, 2020
• GMAS (3rd-5th) - April 21 - April 29, 2020
• Spring Break - April 6 - April 10, 2020
• Mother/Son Glow Night - Friday, April 17, 2020 (6-8PM)
• MAP Testing (K-2nd) - May 4-May 7, 2020

We continually seek to provide the best possible opportunities for engagement and welcome your voice/feedback - If you have anything you would like to share please share in the comments below.

March is Youth Art Month and MES is celebrating several artists by showing off their artwork in the community. Artwork can be seen at All Things Chocolate and More and Way Station Coffee Company throughout the entire month of March. Congratulations to the following artists whose work is on display. See photos below, click for a closer view.

• Rocco Schaffer 4th
• Juliana Ramcheran 4th
• Sophia Phillips 4th
• Carson Barr 4th
• Kendall Willloughby 4th
• Grace Mock 4th
• Ryleigh Merritt 4th
• Meera Wintzer 4th
• Isabella DeMeulder 4th
• Kenzie Barlow 5th
• Yasmin Floerke 5th
• Erin Everett 5th
• Ashella Matais 5th
• Audrey Cooper 5th
• MarzEzra Medina 5th
• Kyle Luciana 5th
• Madelyn Guerra 5th
• Isla Cowart 5th
• Julianna Pfeiffer 5th
• Jordyn Nickison 5th
• Savannah Dukes 5th
• Ainsley Washington 5th

Yearbooks are on sale now. Buy them online at: www.yearbookordercenter.com

Instead of clipping Box Tops​ from packages, all Box Tops will be earned digitally by scanning your receipts. ​The Box Tops for Education team has worked hard to build a NEW-and-improved, user-friendly mobile app that is available now on both the App Store and on Google Play. Buy your favorite Box Tops products, scan your receipt within 14 days of purchase and earn cash for our school. It is so simple! No more clipping! Just scan and earn! During this time of transition, Box Tops for Education is still accepting clipped Box Tops. Please send in any Box Tops with a valid expiration date.

Thank you for supporting MES!

Implementation framework for maximizing the selection and use of evidence-based prevention and intervention practices along a multi-tiered continuum that supports the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral competence of all students. At McAllister Elementary School we utilize the acronym PAWS to highlight our expectations in an easy to remember way for ALL students and staff members:

• P - Positive Attitude
• A - Act Respectfully
• W - Work Responsibly
• S - Stay Safe

Please click here to learn more about PBIS at McAllister Elementary School. We hope that this information is useful for you as a parent to better understand the expectations we have at McAllister Elementary School.

1. Everything is Possible
Dream big, embrace creativity and expect results

Everything is Possible provides an understanding that we are all capable of living extraordinary lives. We learn that everything that exists was once an idea until someone believed it was possible and made it a reality. Embracing this principle will allow you to envision a wonderful life, expect greatness, and effectively execute the process of making your dreams come true.

2. Passion First
Pursue your authentic talents and deepest interests

Passion First teaches that we are each a unique expression of human existence and that our lives should be focused on finding our unique genius and sharing it with the world to the maximum extent possible. You will learn to make your dreams authentic, and of such critical importance that you'll find the fuel to overcome the obstacles you're certain to face along the way.

3. We Are Connected
Explore the synergies in all relationships and learn to empower one another

We Are Connected teaches us to understand that everyone who comes into our lives can assist us in living our dreams. By applying this mindset, you will learn to constantly explore synergies with others, embrace diversity, and relish competition that will help you maximize your potential with and through others.

4. 100% Accountable
Choose to be responsible for your own happiness and success

100% Accountable teaches that you are not a victim of your past, your future is not predetermined, and your life is what you choose it to be from this moment forward. With a focus on recognizing fears and excuses, this mindset allows you to break down barriers, free your mind, and focus your energy to take critical steps toward accomplishing your goals.

5. Attitude of Gratitude
Seek positives from every experience and be thankful for all you have

An attitude of Gratitude teaches that you can choose the positives or the negatives in your life as the foundation on which to build your future. Choose the positives, and you're on your way toward extraordinary success; choose the negatives, and you will likely start (or continue) a downward spiral.

6. Live to Give
Inspire and serve others while maximizing your potential

Live to Give teaches that abundance in one’s life is a cycle. To receive love, respect, and financial security, one must first learn to give those things. This mindset also teaches that the greatest gift you can ever give is to find and leverage your unique genius to maximize your positive impact on the world, knowing that good things will be returned to you in kind.

7. The Time is Now
Harness the power of this moment, and take purposeful action today

The Time is Now teaches that all your power exists in the moment. You cannot change the past and the future hasn't happened, so the only thing to do is take purposeful action now in order to create the ultimate life of your dreams.

Email: cmiller@bryan.k12.ga.us
Website: https://www.bryan.k12.ga.us/o/mes
Location: 224 Veterans Memorial Parkway, Richmond Hill, GA, USA
Phone: 912-851-4040
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Twitter: @mcallister_es