Mercersburg Elementary
News from the Nest
From the office of the Principal
I want to thank you all for a great first marking period! I am proud of the students for all of the growth that they have shown during the first marking period. As we move into November, our school year begins to become "choppy" with the holiday breaks. During this time it is important to keep a consistent routine at home. This allows for an easier transition back to school. Please remember to read twenty minutes with your child every night! During that time please check out any of the links below to help keep your child's skills sharp! I appreciate you taking time out of your schedules to join us for parent conference time. We enjoy opening up our doors and talking with the parents about all the amazing things that are happening at school. We have a lot of events coming up so please be on the lookout for updates.
Thank you for a great start to the school year!
Mercersburg Elementary
Email: ryan.kaczmark@tus.k12.pa.us
Website: http://www.edline.net/pages/Mercersburg_Elementary_School
Location: 30 South Park Avenue, Mercersburg, PA, United States
Phone: 717-328-3127 2500
Attendance
Car Riders
Dismissal Notes
Cold and Flu season
With the cooler temperatures and the crisp air, sickness is beginning to hit our families and school. As you give that last hug and kiss to your child before they leave for school, I encourage you to make sure they are dressed appropriately for the weather. Unless it is raining, most likely recess and gym class will be outside. Please, make sure they have a warm jacket, hat and gloves if necessary.
Cold and flu season are upon us so I want to remind you that germs are spread very easily by coughing and sneezing.
Always cough into your elbow or tissue and then wash your hands.
Avoid touching your mouth, nose and eyes.
Remember to wash your hands before you eat.
Eat a well-balanced diet.
Get plenty of sleep.
These are all VERY important to keep us, and our children, healthy.
As always, if your child has flu-like symptoms or diarrhea, vomiting or fever I ask that you keep your child home. Your child must be symptom-free for 24 hours before returning to school.
Lost and Found
PTO Meeting
Tuesday, Nov 7, 2017, 06:30 PM
30 South Park Avenue, Mercersburg, PA, United States
No School Inservice
Thursday, Nov 9, 2017, 07:15 AM
30 South Park Avenue, Mercersburg, PA, United States
No School Veteran's Day
Friday, Nov 10, 2017, 07:15 AM
30 South Park Avenue, Mercersburg, PA, United States
PTO Pool Party
Friday, Nov 17, 2017, 07:00 PM
James Buchanan High School, Mercersburg, PA, United States
No School Thanksgiving Break
Wednesday, Nov 22, 2017, 07:00 AM
30 South Park Avenue, Mercersburg, PA, United States
Parent Volunteer Policy
PARENT VOLUNTEER POLICY
If you are planning to volunteer for any school day event, which includes the Race for Ed event, Fun Day and field trips, you must complete and return the following clearances:
Volunteer Registration Form
Child Abuse History Clearance
PA Criminal Record Check
Act 24 – Arrest/Conviction Form
Federal Criminal History Record Check
Tuberculin Test Results Form
Mandated Reporter Training (instructions provided in Volunteer Letter)
Volunteer clearance packets are available in the school office and on the district’s website at www.tus.k12.pa.us (select Mercersburg under “TSD Schools” tab, then listed under “Volunteer Clearances” tab). Some reports may take several weeks to complete.