Moran Prairie Messenger
Weekly Moran Prairie Family and Community Newsletter
Friday September 29th:
Highlights for the week:
- Mathematicians in Mrs. K Brown, Mrs. Rassier, and Mrs. Reeves' class were all practicing modeling different strategies to solve problems at their grade level. Accessing different strategies builds fluency and flexibility in solving complex problems!
- Mrs. Bordeaux's students started that Native American research projects!
- Mrs. Walther's 2nd graders are learning chess!
- 4th graders in library with Mrs. Harris made videos to introduce themselves!
- Ms. Lael's 3rd graders practice scientific drawings with their very own nature books!
- Mrs. Shaw had 5th graders working on Philippine Tinikling (a traditional folk dance) in music class!
- 2nd graders in Mrs. Dunne's class designed their own calendar cards for October!
Principal Update
As we continue to build our learner community and provide the best experience for our students, one area we look to is a clear mission and vision. Our mission and vision should outline all we believe about learning at Moran Prairie, what we hope for our students, and what we strive for each day. It serves as the guiding light for the entire educational community, including students, parents, teachers, and staff. A well-defined mission and vision statement not only articulate the school's core values and goals but also inspire a sense of purpose and unity among all stakeholders. It provides a roadmap for decision-making, ensuring that all efforts are aligned towards a common objective, and helps families understand the school's educational philosophy and the kind of nurturing and learning environment their children will experience. In essence, a clear mission and vision statement fosters a strong sense of identity and direction, creating a foundation upon which a thriving and harmonious learning community can flourish.
We are beginning this work in community together. The first step is to gather input from our stakeholders on their beliefs, hopes, and goals. To provide an opportunity for families and students to have their voice heard, we ask that you complete this simple survey with your student(s). We will then be combining common threads and believes from families, students, and staff to put together a new mission that can be agreed upon by all!
Ongoing Reminders
- Thank you for continuing to park in other spots in the lot rather than in our bus and Zum zones. These marked zones have been chosen in partnership with the district safety department and facilities/maintenance to provide a safe spot for students with unique transportation needs to be able to access their ride. We appreciate your attention to this!
- If your child is biking to school, please provide them a lock and remind them to lock their bike. We have quite a few unlocked bikes as well as an unlocked e-bike; we can help as well, just let us know!
- When letting your students out of the car, please have them exit the car on the curb side not the street side. We have many cars driving past, exiting the curb side keeps everyone safe!
- Please label all your student's belongings! Backpacks, lunchboxes, water bottles, extra clothes, and more! This helps us return lost items to their owner rather than placing in the increasingly full lost and found!
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Ferris Feeder Pattern Event
Specialist Feature!
Personal Safety Reminder
Just a reminder that personal safety kinder through fifth grade will be taught in the month of October. Your child’s teacher will be giving a series of developmentally appropriate short lessons centering on aspects of Personal Safety. These lessons will include Internet Safety, as well as, maintaining safety with strangers and friends, recognizing appropriate and inappropriate touch, saying “No!” to inappropriate touching, and identifying sources of help and support available to children. If you wish to see the Internet Safety information, we encourage you to log on to www.NetSmartz.org. There are additional materials for parents, as well as follow-up materials for students. See the letter sent home on 9/20 or contact Mrs. Lorimer with any questions.
Spirit Gear Sale
Chase Middle School's CCTV
And it's back!
Upcoming Dates
- Monday October 9th: Student late start at 9:30 for staff collaboration, Prairie Dog Monday, Cross Country Zone Meet for 2nd - 5th Grade
- Tuesday October 10th: Fire safety presentations for 3rd and 5th grade at Moran, no cross country after school
- Thursday October 12th: XC after school (K/1 Time Trials), Ferris Feeder Pattern Trade Event
- Friday October 13th: No school for students, staff development day
- Sunday October 15th: Spirit Gear Sale ends
- Monday October 16th: Student late start at 9:30 for staff collaboration, Prairie Dog Monday
- Tuesday October 17th: Cross Country after school (only all city qualifiers)
- Thursday October 19th: Earthquake drill, Cross Country after school (only all city qualifiers)
- Friday October 20th: PTG Family Dance
You can find the calendar for the 2023-24 school year here. This may help with planning for next year!
Stay Connected
- Email us: mrnprairie.ptg@gmail.com
- Moran Prairie PTG Website: www.moranprairieptg.org
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