Morton Messenger
November 19, 2021
Mission Statement
The mission of J. Sterling Morton Elementary School, whose culture unites families, guarantees all students develop the academic skills and character traits necessary for personal excellence and responsible citizenship through high-quality, innovative, engaging experiences in a challenging and nurturing environment.
Morton Elementary School Updates
School Information:
Doors Open - 8:20 a.m.
School Begins - 8:30 a.m.
School Ends - 3:45 p.m.
Wednesday Schedule - School Ends @ 2:15 p.m.
Upcoming Events:
November 11-22 - Book Fair
November 22 - PTA Meeting @ 6:30 p.m.
November 24 - 26 - No School - Thanksgiving Break
December 1 - 21 - Winter MAP Assessments
December 21 - End of 1st Semester
December 22 - January 4 - No School - Winter Break
January 5 - No School - Staff Development
January 6 - 2nd Semester Begins







Links and Resources

Traffic Reminders
Please review the traffic patterns utilizing the image below.
- Student ID Cards have been distributed to families to ensure safe and efficient student pick up procedures. Please contact your teacher if you have not received one.
- If you are picking up a child, please do not get out of your vehicle. Staff members are available to assist in delivering students safely to vehicles.
- Please proceed through crosswalk zones with caution. Safety Patrol members will be utilized to assist with crosswalk.
- Students are dismissed from class at 3:45 p.m. On average, the student pick up process lasts 12 minutes from start to finish. We appreciate your continued patience with this process.


Counselor - Mrs. Cameron
