In an effort to get to know parents better and to hear any concerns or ideas about how Robertsville can become the best school possible: I am starting a Robertsville Family Coffee & Collaboration meeting. It will occur monthly beginning in January. The goal is to send topics out over ClassDojo so we can discuss further when we meet. Coffee and creamer will be provided. I hope to see you there.

• CREATE A SENSE OF BELONGING FOR ALL
• STRENGTHEN EFFECTIVE INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICES
• EFFECTIVELY COMMUNICATE WITH STAKEHOLDERS- Families, Students, and Staff

Dec. 22 - Jan 3 - Winter Break

Jan 4 - School Resumes @ 8:05 AM

Jan 11 - Robertsville Family Coffee & Collaboration, RE library @ 9:00 AM

Jan 16 - MLK Day - No School

Jan 27 - PD Day - No School

December has been super fun with all the activities that have been happening around the building leading up to Christmas. This month in counseling, we focused on being kind and how to make good choices, especially within the classroom and dealing with peers. December lessons involved a little warm, fuzzy friend named Gingerbread who came to help watch everyone make good choices around the school. Please take this time to relax and enjoy some time with your kiddos! I am looking forward to coming back in January and hearing all about each student’s break!

Robertsville has an active Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). The organization has traditionally sponsored activities such as the Fall Festival, Breakfast with Santa, Family Movie Night, and fundraisers to support the school.

PTO has done amazing things for our school this year. They help make our trimester and schoolwide clebrations special by always providing a snack or a craft for every student. They participate in fundraisers that go towards giving our students a great elementary experience. Consider joining this great organization. Assistance in planning is always welcome.

At Robertsville, we are trying to create the best students possible. Academics is very important, but so is character. We continue to try to help everyone be the best versions of themselves. We try to make every student belong by celebrating their successes.

1. Be Humble.

   Humility is the beginning of wisdom. In order to build your character, you must be open to new ways.

2. Live out your principles and values.

   Whether it’s “love others,” or ” do the right thing,” living by your principles will make decision making easier and your character more steadfast.

3. Be intentional.

   Integrity does not happen by accident. We are all products of our thoughts and habits. Be intentional about filling your mind with good thoughts. Create a habit of this internalizes principles and breeds high character.

4. Practice self discipline.

   Being of high character takes the ability to do what is right over what is easy.

5. Be accountable.

   Surround yourself with people who have high expectations. Be responsible for yourself first. Lose the pride. Open yourself up to accountability. Let others push you to high character.

Continue practicing these five tips to build your character. Realize what your shortcomings are and find different ways to improve yourself. Remember a lack of trust is your biggest expense and everything of value is built on trust.

Over the last few years we have taken the time assess what the core values that we want to display at Robertsville Elementary. I will be teaching lessons to each class to go into more detail about what it means to be the best Brave they can be. Please have discussions about these values at home if you have time.

Email: dmunson@mvr3.k12.mo.us

Phone: (636) 271-1448

Robertsville Elementary School is one of five elementary schools within the Meramec Valley R-III School District. Located in Robertsville, Missouri we service the Robertsville and Villa Ridge communities. We currently serve approximately 160 students compromised of Kindergarten - 4th Grade.

Robertsville Elementary School is a positive learning environment where dedicated staff, students, and families actively engage in and provide a meaningful education experience for all!