Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary

Hello, February!

As winter continues, February invites us to carry forward the positive momentum we’ve built together this year. Though it may be our shortest month, it’s full of opportunities for growth, connection, and uplifting moments! 💗

In January, we revisited the Energy Bus rules and Created a Positive Vision for the year ahead. It was truly inspiring to see our students and families reflecting, setting goals, and jumping into the new year with such enthusiasm. Thank you for helping establish such a strong and positive start!

This month, our focus turns to Fuel Your Ride with Positive Energy. Together, we’ll explore how optimism, encouragement, and kindness can brighten our days and strengthen our school community. From our classrooms to our homes and beyond, positive energy has the power to make a big impact.

Here are a few ways families can help fuel positive energy this month:

Begin a daily gratitude routine by sharing something you’re thankful for.
Write “positivity notes” with encouraging messages and place them around your home.
Think of simple ways to brighten someone’s day—small acts of kindness go a long way!

Thank you for your continued support and for helping spread positivity throughout our community. Let’s make February a month filled with kindness, joy, and encouragement as we fuel our rides with positive energy!

Warm regards,
Mrs. Pierson

Girls on the Run is more than just running and moving our bodies. Through games, discussions, and fun activities, girls build confidence, learn healthy habits, and develop important social skills while forming friendships and growing together as a team in a positive, supportive environment. The program builds a love of movement and empowers girls with life skills and confidence that last far beyond the season.

Sign your girl up for our Spring season at Mitchell Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary that will activate her potential now and in the future. Season starts March 5 – April 30: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:30pm – 5:00pm. Registration for 3rd – 5th grade girls will open on February 3rd @ 9am – www.embe.org/gotr

The Mitchell School District 2025-2026 Kindergarten Jumpstart sessions have been scheduled. Mark your calendars for Thursday, March 26, 2026 and Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Please refer to the included flyer for details on time, place, etc.

If you have a child who will turn age 5 on or prior to September 1, 2026, please scan the QR code on the included flyer to get your child's name on the list. You will need to attend a Jumpstart session at your child's home-based school. We will mail out information packets soon!

The Caring Kernel Award is given monthly to teacher nominated students who have shown to go above and beyond. Students are chosen for showing kindness to other at school or within the community, showing true Kernel spirit, having a positive attitude, demonstrating great sportsmanship at school activities, and overcoming hardships in school or at home.

The January 2026 student recipients are:

BK/K: Natalie
1: Preslee
2: Elizabeth
3: Violet
4: Sylvi
5: Ryder

Thank you to the Kiwanis Club of Mitchell for sponsoring this honor!

The Attendance Award is given to the class with the BEST attendance each and every month. The January 2026 recipients (in a three-way tie) are BK, 4F, and 4P!

The germs are rampant this season! Please encourage your child to wash his or her hands throughout the day to help stave off illness!

Another way to help keep the germs at bay is to get plenty of sleep each night!

The student council will be taking orders for 4 inch red or white stuffed bears for $3.00. (Cash only, please).

You can choose from 1 of 2 notes to go with your bear: I Appreciate You! or You’re the Best! Student Council members will be taking orders starting Monday February 2. They will be right inside the door each morning before school. They will take orders until the bears are gone.

Bears will then be delivered on Thursday, February 12 by the end of the day.