The Hornet Buzz

December 2024

Principal's Message

Dear Mari-Linn Families,

I can't beleive it's the last week before winter break! I hope you all have a restful and enjoyable break.

What a wonderful Christmas Program we had last week! Our students did an amazing job, and I'm always so impressed with the support of our community. Thank you to Mr. Schlievert for his leadership in organizing the program and to the teachers, the Edingtons and Mrs. Ritchie, for all of her behind-the-scenes support.

This week will be a busy one, filled with lots of learning and a ton of fun!

Sincerely,

Sophia Duerst, Principal

sophia.duerst@nsantiam.k12.or.us

503-859-2154

Upcoming Events / Important Dates

Holiday Spirit Week-12/16-12/20
Holiday Store 12/19-12/20
Winter Break 12/23-1/5

Back to School 1/6

Character Trait of the Month (January): Optimistic

Mrs. Duerst, Ms. R and Mrs. G doing some learning of our own at the Learning Forward Conference last week!

Mrs. Duerst got an office makeover!

Cute Kinder Art!

Need to Know Info!

Winter is Here: As the weather gets colder please rember to send your child with a coat and weather appropriate shoes.

Cold and Flu Season: Cold and flu season is upon us. Please keep your child home if they have a fever or flu like symptoms.

Arrival / End of the Day Dismissal: If you plan to walk you student in to the buidling please plan to park and walk in versus stopping in the drop off line. If you have any pick-up or end-of-the-day dismissal changes, please reach out to the office before 2:00 PM to ensure a smooth transition for students and staff.

Staff Spotlight

This year we will be spotlighting staff in the monthly Buzz. Please see the attachments to learn more about our lovely Mari-Linn staff!!

Ms. Amanda

Mr. Wise

Mrs. Summerlin

ParentVUE and Middle School Grades

Parents can view their middle school student's grades and missing assignments through ParentVUE. Teachers will be updating grades weekly. Please take time to review grades and missing assignments with your student! If you have any questions, please reach out to your child's teacher(s).

Every Student Belongs

NSSD and Mari-Linn School is committed to ensuring that every student is safe and that our schools will be free of discrimination, and harassment, based upon race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. We strongly believe that:

EVERY student should feel welcome;
EVERY student can and should grow;
EVERY student has value;
EVERY student has a bright future;
EVERY student needs to give their best effort.