The Hornet Buzz
September 15-26
Mission
To empower, enrich, and enlighten students to reach their full potential while respecting our past.
Greetings from Mrs. Musick
Dear St. Elizabeth Families,
It’s hard to believe we have already completed our first month of school! The halls are buzzing with learning and laughter, and it has been such a joy to watch our students settle into their classrooms and routines.
During these first weeks, teachers have worked hard to build positive relationships and establish strong foundations for the year ahead. Students have been engaged in hands-on learning, cooperative activities, studying, reading, and setting goals. We are so proud of the effort and enthusiasm we are seeing every day!
Here are a few updates as we move into the next month:
✅ Celebrations
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Students are demonstrating our Hornet values daily—respect, responsibility, and kindness.
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Attendance has been strong this first month—thank you for making school a priority!
Our MAP/EOC data continues to show our academic success.
📅 Upcoming Events
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Picture Day is September 24. See You at the Pole is also September 24.
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Carnival is October 3rd. More information coming soon on that!
💡 Our Focus: Engagement
This year’s theme is Year of Engagement. We are working to engage every student, every day, in meaningful learning and active participation. You can help at home by asking your child what they learned each day and encouraging them to share something that excited or challenged them.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Together, we are creating a positive school community where every student can thrive. If you have any questions, suggestions, or just want to share a success story, my door is always open.
Here’s to a wonderful second month of school!
It's a great day to be a Hornet!
Ashley Musick
St. Elizabeth Principal
573-493-2246
September School Dates
September 15: Class Meetings 6th hour for grades 6-12
September 24: See You at the Pole, Picture Day
Athletic Dates for September (I apologize if I mess any of these up) Calendars from coaches and weekly updates from Sheila are the most reliable source!
September 12-13: Softball @ LOZ Tournament
September 13: JH Basketball @ Richland
September 15: Baseball @ Prairie Home, Softball @ Lincoln VS Centralia 4:45
September 16: Softball VS Fatima @ Home (Senior Night), JH Basketball VS Tuscumbia @ Home 5:00
September 18: JH Basketball @ Bland
September 19: Softball @ New Bloomfield, Baseball @ Eugene Tournament, JH Basketball @ Prairie Home 6:00
September 22: Softball and Baseball NHS Game @ Home, JH Basketball VS Iberia @ Home
September 23: Softball VS Iberia @ Home, JH Basketball @ Richland
September 25: Baseball @ Tuscumbia
September 26: Softball @ California Tournament, Baseball Vienna Classic @ Home
September 29: JH Basketball VS Jamestown @ Home 5:00
September 30: Softball @ Russellville, Baseball @ New Bloomfield, JH Basketball @ Vienna 5:00
Upcoming Dates for Calendars
October 3: Carnival
October 6: Flu Clinic at 9 am here at school
October 7: PreK and K Field Trip
October 10: Fire Dept. Presentation for Elementary
October 13: No School
October 16: End of 1st Quarter
October 23: Out at 12:09, P/T Conferences
October 24: No School
November 5: NHS Induction 6 pm
November 26-28: No School--Thanksgiving Break
December 10: Picture Retakes
December 15: Christmas Concert
December 19: Early Out at 12:09
December 22-January 5: No School--Christmas Break
****Grandparent's Day date still TBD----looking at October
Nurse's Corner
Flu Shots
We will be having a flu clinic here at school on October 6th at 9:00. Sign ups will be coming out soon!
Parents as Teachers
Parents as Teachers Sign Ups
St Elizabeth School District is now enrolling for Parents as Teachers for the 25-26 school year! Follow the link to enroll! https://bit.ly/47ml6Cd or email rpemberton@ste.k12.mo.us!
Photos from School
Athletics
Softball
Softball has been off to a good start, playing really tough competition. Senior Night is on Tuesday, September 16th at our home game against Fatima.
Fall Baseball
Fall Baseball is off to a great start! They have a busy week next week with games at Prairie Home and the Eugene Tournament. Championship rings arrived today! They look so nice!
JH Basketball
JH Basketball will finish the Richland Tournament this weekend. Both the boys and girls are in the championship this Saturday. The girls play at 12:30 and the boys play at 1:45. They also have a big week next week as they have their first home game on Tuesday against Tuscumbia.
AR Nights
AR Nights with Mrs. Lackman
Here are the AR nights for 1st Semester. These are for grades 1-6. Please be sure to send in a note with your child if you plan on them attending an AR night so we know.
SCOP
SCOP Donations
SCOP has Fall Fest coming up! They are in need of some items if you are wanting to donate!
- popcorn
- m&ms
- candy corn
- bugles
- marshmallows
- pretzels
- hot chocolate
- apple cider
- Styrofoam cups
If you are wanting to do a stand or station, please also let us know! People to contact are: Nicole McDonnell, Sarah Wankum, Jessica Wieberg, Becky Otto, Mandy Gibson, Jennifer Horton, or Dana Voss!
September Lunch Menu
School Calendar
Reminders for the School Year
Drop off times: Students can't be dropped off before 7:45, unless participating in the Before Care program or an appointment with a teacher. This is to ensure that they are being looked after by staff. Drop off times should be between 7:45 and 8:00 and students will come to the gym during those times instead of main entrance.
Before/After Care for K-5th Grade: Friendly reminder that the end time for After Care for K-5 is 5:00. Please make sure that if your child is here before 7:45, that they are attending Before Care.
Changes to routine: Please make sure to call the office before 2:00 or send a note in if there are changes to your child's routine for dismissal.
Pre-Arranged Absences: Please be sure to let Mrs. Musick and child's teacher(s) know. All work should be gathered before and is due upon return.