From the Desk of Dr. Sladek
2/5-2/9
What's Happening Next Week:
Pillar of the Month: Respectfulness
PURPLE STEAM & Counseling Classes this week.
2/5 Monday: B Day. Good News Club.
2/6 Tuesday: C Day.
2/7 Wednesday: D Day.
2/8 Thursday: A Day. 100th Day of School!
2/9 Friday: B Day.
Yearbook Sales are OPEN
1/22-3/4
MVR3 Long Range Master Planning
Dear Families,
The Meramec Valley R-III School District has been actively engaged in a Long-Range Planning process for the past year. The Board of Education priorities throughout this process have been to enhance the educational experience for all students, be good stewards of tax dollars by operating with efficient learning spaces, while planning for a future of providing innovative learning opportunities. In the face of district challenges such as declining enrollment, aging facilities, and financial constraints, the Board of Education approved to consolidate an elementary school. With this consolidation, Truman Elementary students will become part of either Coleman Elementary or Zitzman Elementary school for the 2024-2025 school year. District leaders are actively working through next steps to deliver a seamless transition for Truman Elementary students and staff and will provide future communication regarding additional details.
The consolidation recognizes the need for efficiency and sustainability in the Meramec Valley R-III School District. The restructuring of elementary schools not only addresses immediate operational budgetary concerns, but also positions the district to positively navigate future facility upgrades and improve student programming. Specifically, the Truman Elementary site will be the focus of the Long-Range Planning process and a possible middle school for all district students.
The Meramec Valley R-III School District appreciates the feedback and collaboration with staff, parents, and the community to balance making these difficult decisions while always doing what’s best for our kids. District leadership and the Board of Education will continue their proactive approach to Long-Range Planning, seeking to secure a sustainable future for the students, staff, and community.
Sincerely,
Meramec Valley R-III School District
Celebration Week:
February Focus
Yearbook Sales:
Truman Elementary Yearbook Sales are OPEN!
Yearbook Sales Period: 01/22/2024-03/04/2024
Student Cost of the Yearbook: $12
Online Store Link: https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/trumanelementary
Difference Maker Shout Outs!
These shout outs TRULY keep our Tribe going and GLOWING! Thank you for those who have submitted and even a few of them are famously hanging in our main wall!
Keep them coming each week - it's the little things that make a BIG difference.
Below is this week's shout outs:
Respectfulness - Being Kind.
Mrs. Lydon-Lorson: She's been the sweetest person to our kids and to really everyone. She has been so helpful with making things less stressful in the mornings for my kids and checking to see how everyone is. She has definitely put a good impact on their lives.
Citizenship - Being a Role Model.
- Mrs. Herbst: I can not say enough about Mrs. Herbst . She has eased so many of my worries or concerns. Anytime I reach out she is very open and happy to talk . She keeps me updated on my daughter the good and the struggles she may be having . Ava absolutely LOVES going to school and it because you Mrs. Herbst . Ava adores her and knows she is always there with open arms !! We love Mrs. Herbst !!!
Critical Thinking - Being a Problem Solver.
- Mrs. Light: Mrs. Light is the greatest reading teacher out there! She’s been a life saver when it comes to my son. Anytime he has a bad day Mrs. Light is always there to help find a solution so he has a better day. We can’t thank and appreciate her enough for all the help she’s given throughout the years! You’re the GOAT!
Complete the form below to keep celebrating all the good:
Who we BE:
February Menus
Family Resource Night - March 12th
Exciting News: Truman Tribe Merch Store NOW OPEN!
This has always been a hot topic for families of where we can purchase Truman Tribe gear. I have teamed up with a local business and they have graciously set up a store with tons of options!
- Scarves
- Hats
- Cups
- Tshirs
- Sweatshirts
- Stickers
- and more...
The store will always be open so you can order whenever!
Pacific Indian Junior Football Program:
Girl Scouts Event:
PYA:
PHS Cheerleading Princess Ball: TIME TO SIGN UP!!!
Mark your calendars for March:
PTO
Mark Your Calendars for:
The PTO meeting this past Wednesday we were able to come up with new dates for some of the events that have been cancelled:
- We are rescheduling and looking into a new location for Family Night Out - mark your calendars for Friday Feb. 23rd - more info to come!
- We have scheduled a Dine to Donate with Saucy's Pizza - Catawissa for February 28th - open to close and they deliver everywhere!
- and lastly, to replace our Ties & Tiaras Dance (the girls have the opportunity with the PHS Princess Ball) we are going to focus on a Boys Night Out -mark your calendars for Friday March 15th and the location will be at TE. More info. to come!
- The remaining of the meeting focused on ideas and pre-prep for Truman's Trivia Night which is still on the calendar for Saturday 4/13
If you open the PDF above you will see a sheet that has a Sign Up Link for EVERY EVENT THIS YEAR! This is a way you can stay involved and not have to make a PTO meeting.
Maybe there is an event that you love or are passionate about or maybe its a good time during a non-busy month for you... whatever it may be this is another way to get involved and help out our PTO!
Please click on the PDF above and then find the event you are interested in and then look over the options in the Sign Up Genius invite to decide which way you can help best!
Events that need parent/staff help:
* I have now linked each title of the event to go directly to the Sign Up associated with it, in case the pdf wasn't working for you!
CANCELLED!!! Ties & Tiaras Family Dance - 2/9 CANCELLED!!!
*We encourage all girls to attend the district Princess Ball since it is scheduled for the same date. We will look further down the line for a 'boys event' since there is nothing to replace it with at this time.