News from the Owls' Nest

February 26th-March 1st

February Calendar of Events

February 23rd--All Pro Dads @ 7:00 AM

February 26th--Miller Fundraiser Kick-off! Register at mybooster.com

February 27th–Reading STAAR Benchmark for 3rd-5th Grade

February 29th–Science STAAR Benchmark for 5th Grade; Parent Engagement-Coping with Anxiety

March 1st--Go Texans Day! Celebrate Texas Independence by wearing western wear!

Boosterthon Fundraiser--Kick-Off on Monday! Register Now!

zoom_out_map

This year, Miller is partnering with Dude Perfect and Boosterthon to help raise funds for things like Project Lead the Way, Buddy Fun Day, and the WISE Prize Cart. I hope you’ve seen the information about the upcoming Miller Dance Fit fundraiser for our school that kicks off on 02/26/2024! We’re excited for this year’s fitness and character-building fundraiser! The school’s goal is to raise $12,000 to continue the programs and activities that make Miller special!

Watch this video featuring YouTube Trick Shot stars, Dude Perfect!

In order for us to START strong - please register your family on MYBOOSTER.com NOW! Don’t wait!

open_in_new zoom_out_map

All Pro Dads--February 23rd

open_in_new zoom_out_map

3rd 9 Week District Assessments & Benchmarks

zoom_out_map

The 3rd Nine Weeks District Assessment window will be February 27th- March 9th for all 2nd-5th grade students. The district assessments in 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade will serve as a benchmark/practice STAAR test on the following days:

February 27th--3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Reading

February 29th--5th Grade Science

March 5th--3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Math

Breakfast will be served as normal at 7:35 and testing will begin at 8:00. Please ensure students are at school on time and please try to avoid scheduling doctor/dentist appointments on these testing days. These tests will not count for a grade but will help familiarize students with the test and will provide teachers with important data to ensure students are prepared and ready for the state exams later in the spring!

Order your 23-24 Yearbook!!

open_in_new zoom_out_map

Owl Artwork on Display!

Blue Ribbon Exhibit

LHUCA (511 Ave. K)

February 27th-March 30th

Garden & Arts Exhibit

4215 University Ave

February 26th-April 1st

State Capital Exhibit

4th Grader, Emilia Paltrow's sculpture entitled "Bluetiful" will be on display for the month of March.

Her art will also be featured on this website: https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/visit/exhibits/youth-art-month-2024

Bullock Texas State History Museum

March 1st-March 30th

Lost and Found

zoom_out_map

The Lost and Found is overflowing once again! Please remind your child to check our lost and found if they are missing an item! All items remaining in Lost and found after March 7th, will be donated to charity. Please come check the lost and found for missing items!

zoom_out_map

With the colder temperatures that come with winter's arrival, please ensure that students bring a coat to school. Students will go outside for recess and PE when the temperature allows.

PLEASE LABEL ALL COATS AND JACKETS!

Walking Wednesdays with parents will be discontinued for the months of January and February. We understand that parents appreciate advanced notice about cancellations, however that can be challenging with the unpredictable winter weather. If the weather permits, students will continue to go outside for PE and parent Walking Wednesdays will continue when warmer temperatures return!

Join Miller PTA

zoom_out_map

It's never too late to join our PTA for the 23-24 school year! Your PTA membership helps support our students and staff and gives you opportunities to get involved as much or as little as you want! You AND your student can join!

Join Miller PTA

Want to know more about the Miller PTA? Check out our Miller PTA Website and follow us on Facebook & Instagram!

Miller PTA Website: https://www.millerowlspta.com/

Facebook: @millerowlspta

Instagram: @millerowlspta

zoom_out_map

Is there a Miller teacher you or your student thinks goes above and beyond? If so, nominate them for Mrs. Baird’s “Teacher on the Rise” award. Each month an elementary, middle school, and high school teacher are selected as a "Teacher on The Rise". Winning teachers receive great prizes, and the students who nominate them will also receive a $50 Visa gift card. Parents, guardians, and students can nominate a teacher. To access the nomination form click here.