Marshall E-News
01/16/26
NEWS & INFORMATION
We had a great week of learning at school! Students are working hard in their classrooms as teachers focus on strong instruction, small-group learning, and building important academic skills in reading, writing, and math. I enjoy being in the classrooms and seeing students engaged, asking questions, and showing growth each day!
This is a friendly reminder about our no cell phone policy during the school day. To support student focus, learning, and positive social interactions, cell phones are not permitted for use at school. Please note that smart watches are considered the same as cell phones, as they allow calling, texting, and internet access. We ask that smart watches not be worn during the school day or be set so they cannot send or receive messages. If you need to get an important message to your child, our office is always happy to help. Thank you for your partnership in keeping our learning environment focused and distraction-free.
As a reminder, there will be no school on Monday, and we look forward to welcoming students back after the long weekend. With the weather being unpredictable, please be sure your child is dressed appropriately for outdoor activities, including comfortable and warm clothing along with proper footwear. In this new year, we ask that you take a moment to check and update your phone numbers and email addresses in Final Forms so we can easily communicate important information with you.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Have a wonderful weekend!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Jones, Principal
NOTES FROM THE NURSE
PRESHOOL INFORMATION FOR 2026/2027
In order to fill the limited spaces in our preschool classrooms, typically developing children will enter the program through a lottery. Please use the following link to apply for the Talawanda Preschool lottery for the 2026/2027 school year.
- Applications must be completed by January 31, 2026.
- The lottery will take place on February 13, 2026.
- Families will be notified of their placement on the roster or on the waitlist after February 13, 2026.
Please send any questions to the Preschool Coordinator, Beth Fuechsl, at fuechsle@talawanda.org.
ATTENTION 5TH GRADE PARENTS
TITLE TALK CORNER
JANUARY - BREAKFAST MENU
JANUARY - LUNCH MENU
2025-2026 YEARBOOK ORDER FORM
PTG CORNER
BoosterThon, our biggest fundraiser of the year, is kicking off on January 26 and will run through February 6, 2026. Our culminating event is a Glow Dance Party!
Go to mybooster.com and register today!
NOTES FROM OUR SOCIAL WORKER
AROUND THE COMMUNITY
🔗: Join us for the Mother Son Dance at Kramer on January 31. You can now purchase your tickets online via Venmo or at the door! -- https://forms.gle/F6LjTsLgHj2WWnMk6.
NOTES FROM THE OFFICE
Student Fees:
Fees have been loaded to PaySchools if you wish to pay online. You can also pay in the office with cash or check.
Lunch Accounts:
As a reminder, you are able to add funds to your student's lunch account through the PaySchools system. If your student's account reaches -$50 it will be rolled into your school fees. Please be mindful and keep your student's account current. You can use PaySchools, send a check or cash to the school office to take care of your student's balance.
Free and Reduced:
If you would like to apply for free or reduced lunches, please reach out to the Marshall office or the Marshall social worker Chrissy Rolfes at rolfesc@talawanda.org. We can help walk you through the online application or help you fill out a paper form in the office. If you qualify for FREE lunch, your fees will also be waived. (EXCEPT for 5th grade Chromebook fee) If you qualify for REDUCED, fees will be reduced by 85% (EXCEPT for 5th grade Chromebook fee) and meals will be FREE.
Dismissal:
Thank you for your help in keeping dismissal safe and smooth for everyone. We ask that when your child is called to your car, you please help them climb in and then pull forward to the upper lot to buckle them into their car seat. Remaining stopped in the dismissal lane to buckle your child slows down the process for all families and, more importantly, it creates an unsafe situation when other cars attempt to go around. Your cooperation makes dismissal safer and quicker for all of our students.
Final Forms:
Remember, if you have any changes to your information (phone number, address, who can pick up your student, etc) throughout the school year, change it in Final Forms! The office is notified of these changes and will update our information. IF you have an address change, you must submit new proof of residency to the office before we will update your address.
IMPORTANT DATES
January 19th: NO SCHOOL - M.L.K. DAY
February 16th: NO SCHOOL - PRESIDENTS' DAY
February 19th: Book Mobile
March 9th: Spring Picture Day
March 9th - March 12th: Book Fair
March 12th: Conferences 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
March 17th: Conferences 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
March 19th: Book Mobile
March 22nd - March 27th: RIGHT TO READ WEEK
March 30th - April 3rd: NO SCHOOL - SPRING BREAK
April 6th: NO SCHOOL - CONFERENCE EXCHANGE DAY
April 23rd: Book Mobile
May 4th: NO SCHOOL - DATA DAY
May 5th: NO SCHOOL - PD DAY
May 21st: LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS
WE ARE HIRING
Talawanda is currently hiring for a few positions!
COMMUNITY LINK
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