Mercersburg Elementary
News from the Nest
Yearbook Sale!!!
TWEP Happenings
Sunday, February 4 - 2:00 - 4:00 “Animals from Africa” program
The Charles Brightbill Environmental Center will hold its monthly Open House on February 4. The TSD's Elementary Art Show will be on display throughout. There is no charge to visit the Center.
At 3:00 there will be a "Live Animal" program in the James Buchanan High School Auditorium.
Critters & Conservation will present an interactive, live animal show including animals native to Africa.Participants will have the opportunity to pet an animal at the end of the show.
There is a $ 4/ adult and $2/school age children fee for the animal program. Those with a TWEP membership will be admitted free.
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
Think Spring Concert March 1st
“Think Spring” Concert – March 1, 2018 – 7:00 pm – JBMS Auditorium
Grades K, 2, and 4
All students should report to their assigned seat in the back of the middle school auditorium between 6:45 and 6:55 pm.
The concert should last no longer than 50 minutes. All students should plan to stay for the duration of the concert.
Jump Rope for Heart!!!
Hello, Everyone! It is that time of year again! This February we will begin our annual Jump Rope for Heart fundraiser! Jump Rope for Heart is a national fundraising event that teaches students the importance of physical activity and a healthy heart while raising money for children with sick hearts. Jump Rope for Heart develops rope-jumping skills that are fun for everyone while promoting physical activity and teamwork. The program also teaches students to set and achieve goals while making a difference through volunteering and community service. During physical education class, all students in grades K-5 will participate in several fun hula hoop and jump rope activities regardless of whether they participate in the fundraiser or not. Students will also learn why exercising is good for their heart and what exercises work best.
Last year Mercersburg Elementary raised $5,390! This was the most we raised in a long time! Thank you, everyone, for your help and generosity. It is greatly appreciated! Students in grades K-5 will begin receiving packets for fundraising in the beginning of February. Students can win many cool prizes with their collected donations! Starting this year, there also be a special prize box. For every $25 raised, that student will be able to pick one item from that box! That means if a student raises $100, he/she can choose 4 additional prizes! The deadline to hand in the donation packet is March 9th.
Again, thank you for your help and support! If you have any questions once your child receives a packet, feel free to contact me here at the school. Let’s have a fantastic February!
Mr. Corby
Parent Involvment
PARENT VOLUNTEER POLICY
As we approach the second half of our school year, please be aware that if you are planning to volunteer for any school day event, which include FIELD TRIPS, Race for Ed, and Fun Day, you must complete and submit the following clearances to the Tuscarora School District Human Resources department:
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 packets with clearance applications, forms and directions, are available in the school office and on the school district’s website at www.tus.k12.pa.us (select Mercersburg under “TSD Schools” tab, then listed under “Volunteer Clearances” tab). Some applications may take several weeks to process, so plan accordingly to obtain volunteer approval before end of year activities take place.
Kindergarten Registration
PSSA Testing Schedule
PSSA Testing Schedule for Grades 3, 4 & 5 as follows:
ELA (Reading/Language Arts) - April 10th, 11th, & 12th
Math - April 17th & 18th
Science (Grade 4 only) - April 24th & 25th
Notes to school
- When your child is absent from school, a note stating the reason for absence must be turned in to the office within 3 days or the absence will be counted as an unlawful absence.
- Include child's first AND LAST NAME on any notes sent from home.
- Notes should be sent anytime you are planning to pick up your child for an early dismissal.
- Notes for sending your child home on a different bus should be limited to emergency requests.
Attendance Policy
Dad's night!
Thursday, Feb 1, 2018, 04:30 PM
Mercersburg Elementary School, South Park Avenue, Mercersburg, PA, United States
PTO Meeting
PTO Meeting ~ Feb 6th Library 6:30-8
Tuesday, Feb 6, 2018, 06:30 PM
Mercersburg Elementary School, South Park Avenue, Mercersburg, PA, United States
Book Fair
Feb 26th- March 7th (March 7th is parent evening purchasing)