THE LION'S ROAR!
March 18th, 2022
A Little ROAR from one of our Lion Trainers!
Dear Norris Families,
Greetings!
It's hard to believe, but our third quarter has already ended! We are entering the last quarter of the 2021-2022 school year! With this time of year comes many activities, so please be sure to check the Lion's Roar each week for updates on calendar events.
Our PTO is hosting a family event on Tuesday, 3/22! More information is in this edition of the Lion's Roar.
Have a wonderful weekend with your families!
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
3/22/22 - Pride Drummers - 7:30 AM
3/22/22 - PTO Pinot's Palette Painting Night - 6:00 PM (See below for sign-up information)
3/23/22 - Pride Singers - 7:30 AM
3/24/22 - Golden Sower Club - 3:50 PM
3/25/22 - Boys & Girls Club is closed - Please make other transportation arrangements with the office.
3/30/22 - Student Council Meeting - 2:15 PM
4/4 - 4/8 - NO SCHOOL - SPRING BREAK!!
SAFETY PATROL
WEEK OF 3/14 - 3/18
Sage Koehler
Jonathan Torres
Kaliah Jackson
McCoy Emory
Ethan Rustermier
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR STUDENTS OF THE WEEK!
Hannah Wiehl - Mrs. Staudenmaier's Class
Zelley Arreguin - Ms. Violi's Class
Easton Brickey- Mrs. Christie's Class
Ma'Kala Clark - Mrs. Morrison's Class
SPRING TESTING
Dear Parents / Guardians,
As a reminder, we will be starting spring testing. This spring there will be a new state test, “NSCAS Growth.” NSCAS Growth, which is a blend of MAP Growth and NSCAS, assesses students in grades 3 - 8 in English Language Arts and Mathematics. The Nebraska Department of Education also tests Science in grades 5 and 8.
In order to measure growth within the school year, this spring we will also be giving the MAP Growth assessment we administered in Fall and Winter. In future years, only NSCAS Growth will be administered to students in grades 3-8.
We will send home the student reports for both tests when available.
Please reach out with any questions.
Sincerely,
Colleen Ballard
WEEKLY LUNCH MENU
Let the MARCH MADNESS BEGIN!!!
Avery, our Super-Duper Therapy Dog, is ready for some Basketball!!! Be sure to follow her Adventures with us each week in our newsletter and on Twitter!
Bus Evacuation Drill
The wheels on the bus go round and round...
HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY!
NORRIS ANIMAL LOVER'S CLUB SUPPLY DRIVE
NORRIS BIRTHDAY CLUB
UPCOMING PTO ACTIVITIES
3/10 - PTO Meeting - 6 PM
3/11 - Spirit Store - 2 - 4 PM
3/22 - Pinot's Palette Night (See Below)
3/25 - PTO School Moving Event (See sign-up link below)
APRIL 2022
4/14 - PTO Meeting - 6 PM
4/18 - 4/22 - Book Fair Week
4/29 - Fun Run Pep Rally
MAY 2022
5/13 - Fun Run Day
Pinot's Pallete Night
Can't make it out? Consider a virtual class or a Take-Home Paint Kit!
Take Home Paint Kits
Daisy en vogue Cabin Fever Kit -DEV - Pinot's Palette (pinotspalette.com)
King of the Jungle Cabin Fever Kit - King of the Jungle - Pinot's Palette (pinotspalette.com)
Virtual classes
River Glow River Glow - Tue, Mar 22 6:30PM at La Vista (pinotspalette.com)
Brilliant Branches Brilliant Branches - Tue, Mar 22 6:30PM at La Vista (pinotspalette.com)
In studio classes
River Glow River Glow - Tue, Mar 22 6:30PM at La Vista (pinotspalette.com)
Brilliant Branches Brilliant Branches - Tue, Mar 22 6:30PM at La Vista (pinotspalette.com)
PTO SCHOOL MOVING EVENT
2021/2022 PTO Board
Vice President: Heidi Andsager
Secretary: Angel Chappell
Treasurer: Michelle Isaacson
Volunteer Coordinator: Jenny Kleinsasser
PTO Email: pto.norris@gmail.com
Facebook: Norris Elementary PTO
2022-2023 REGISTRATION INFORMATION
We are working to gather information for our new Kindergarten Lions for the 2022-2023 school year!
If you have a child who will be in Kindergarten next year, please complete the following form:
Norris Kindergarten Form 2022-2023
Please feel free to share this form with any friends/neighbors who have incoming Kindergarten children!
BIG BROTHERS/BIG SISTERS
LADY PATRIOTS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS
MILLARD SOUTH SOFTBALL CLINIC
SUMMER ACTIVITIES FAIR
MUSIC OPPORTUNITIES AT CMS
SPARK SUMMER PROGRAM - REGISTRATION OPEN!
Don’t Miss Out On This Epic Summer!
Are you looking for full day fun for your student this summer? Spark (formerly Kids Network) is a program provided by the Millard Public Schools Foundation and this summer we have great adventures planned for your child. Weekly registration is available, themed activities and weekly field trips!
New this year – Spark UP is our new summer program designed exclusively for incoming 5th and 6th graders.
Join us for a summer to remember! Don’t delay – we have limited spots available.
Register Today! www.mpsfoundation.org
The Millard Public Schools Foundation supports the school district by providing funds to all 35 schools to support strategic initiatives.
Materials Community Review
MAVERICK RUN
Come out and join the UNO coaches and Student Athletes at this year's MAVERICK RUN held at Baxter Arena, SATURDAY, APRIL 23RD. Bring yourself and your family out for a morning full of FUN and EXERCISE!
Covid information
Masks are now optional in our buildings and are no longer being required to enter. Please continue to monitor your child at home. If your child is sick and/or has been tested for COVID, please do not send your child to school until the results are back and symptoms have improved, including 24 hours fever-free without the use of medication. Thank you for your help in keeping our students and staff as safe as possible!
Colleen Ballard, Principal
Kendal Runde, Admin. Intern
Julie Grothe, Secretary
Norris Elementary School
NORRIS MISSION STATEMENT:
Norris Elementary guarantees each child a world-class education in a safe and diverse learning environment where students demonstrate academic excellence, responsible citizenship, and self-worth. Through innovative practices, Norris empowers its educational community to actively pursue personal goals and ROAR with pride!
Website: norris.mpsomaha.org
Location: 12424 Weir Street, Omaha, NE, USA
Phone: (402)715-8340
Twitter: @NorrisElem