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February

It is so hard to believe that it is February! Thank to everyone for staying up to date with delays, elearning days, etc. It definitely takes a village to raise a child and we are so fortunate to be part of your village!

Whether we are in person school or not, please remember the importance of reading every day. Reading to children at any age, having them read to themselves, or children reading to you make a huge difference in their education. The more you read, the more you succeed! Please make sure reading is a daily part of every child's routine.

ILEARN testing - Checkpoint 2

The majority of our 3rd-6th grade students took the ILEARN Checkpoint 2 this past week. Make ups will be done this week with anyone that was absent.

The checkpoints allow us to do a quick check in to see how students are progressing with certain standards. Once the test is completed, our staff analyze the results and use the information to inform our instruction both in whole group and small group. Once the window closes on Feburary 13, parents will receive an email to log on to NextPath to receive student results on the Checkpoint.

Calling All 6th Grade Students and Parents!

Krueger Middle School invites you to the Wolfpack Roundup on Thursday, February 26, at 5:30 p.m. This event is a great opportunity to learn about life at Krueger, meet staff, and get ready for the transition to middle school.

Learn more about Krueger Middle School at EducateMC.net/krueger.

News from our Nurse!

It's not too late to sign up your student to see the MOBILE DENTISTS!! They are coming to Springfield FEB 11TH AND 12TH. You can request a Permission form from Ms.Tarnow or sign up online. Please see the information below:

Reminders about Chromebooks

Please make sure you are monitoring your child's technology usage.

Please remember that students are expected to be on Google Meets during eLearning Days. Students should not be on Google Meets unless their teachers assign them to it.

Thank you for ensuring our students are appropriately using their school issued devices.

Cold Weather Reminders!

As the temperature cools, we wanted to share a few reminders:

We go outside for recess unless the temperature is below 12 degrees. Students are outside for approximately 10-15 minutes.
If a child wants to play in the snow, they must have both snowboots and snowpants.
Please reach out to Ms. Drake, school counselor, if your child needs outerwear. We will do our best to help!

Drop Off Safety Reminder!

We are seeing an increase in students being dropped off before school. Please make sure students remain in your car or you are with them until school staff is outside ready to welcome students.

Thank you for your patience!

Inclement Weather & eLearning Days

Please remember that if we have inclement weather, we may have to delay or cancel school. If school is cancelled, we will most likely have an elearning day. All students will be expected to to be in their classrooms Google Meet 9::00-11:55. Teachers will be available in the afternoon by email or dojo to answer any questions or provide small group assistance 12:25-3:00.

We are committed to working with you!

If you would like to talk to your child's teacher, counselor, the principal, please either call or email the person to set up a time. We value your time and want you to have our full attention.

Please understand that there are many things that we do during the school day and may not be able to meet with you without an appointment. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Important Dates

Tuesday, February 3

3-4:30 Boys BB Practice

Thursday, February 5

3-4:30 Boys BB Practice

Friday, February 6

8:00 Intramurals

3:45 Boys BB vs. Edgewood - Home

Volunteer Procedures

All volunteers must be screened prior to helping in the classroom, chaperoning field trips, or other activities. In order to be approved, you must have your license scanned in the office first and then turn in a volunteer form. Approval can take a few weeks so please turn in your volunteer form in early! Once approved, you are approved for 3 years.

More information can be found at: MCAS Volunteers Information

Aren't sure if you have already been approved? Please reach out to Mrs. Bevitori in the office!

Safety Reminders

We are committed to ensuring our students are safe at school. With this in mind, please remember the following:

Please enter and exit through the front door only.
Please push the button at give your name and purpose of visit when asked.
Once entering the building, please go immediately to the office.

Absences & Dismissal Plans

If your child is going to be absent, please call the office by 9:00 AM. If you do not reach someone, please leave a message.

Please remember to call by 1:30 if you have a change in dismissal plans - i.e. riding the bus instead of being picked up. After 1:30, we cannot guarantee that the student and teacher will be able to get the information.

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