Martinson

During our January Morning Meetings, we have been talking a lot about being a "Purple Person". This idea is based on the book The World Needs More Purple People by Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart. Being a "Purple Person" is pretty easy. Here are the steps you can take to be a "Purple Person":

1. Ask questions - We learn more about the world around us and can learn something about other people too.

2. Laugh a lot - It helps us remember the things we share and we forget what we thought made us different.

3. Use Your Voice - It helps you share your ideas and opinions. Sometimes your friends have a hard time using their voice, so we should help them find it. And - we also shouldn't just use our voice, but listen to other voices too.

4. Work Hard - It helps us get things done! And when we work together we change something that needs changing.

5. Just Be You - Because you're the only YOU you've got!

On Friday (2/2/24), we invite your child to BE A PURPLE PERSON! Wear purple to school and show how PURPLE you can be!

Fri, Feb 2 - Purple Day - wear purple; Gr. K Enrichment Meteorologist Jacob Wycoff

Mon, Feb 5- Fri, Feb 9- Penny Wars

Mon, Feb 12- Fri, Feb 16 - Diversity Spirit Week

Thur, Feb 15 - Enrichment Dental Program for Gr. K

Mon, Feb19 - Fri, Feb 23 - February Vacation

Lunch will be served at all elementary schools this year free of charge. Please click here for the menu. Breakfast is also available - please click here for the menu.

Also, please click here for an important message from the school nutrition department

Winter Wellness Tips:

As the winter season brings colder temperatures, it's crucial to prioritize your well-being. Here are some tips to stay healthy during the winter:

• Dress warmly in layers

• Stay hydrated

• Practice good hand hygiene

• Get plenty of rest

It’s essential to be proactive in preventing the spread of colds and the flu. Encourage your child to wash their hands regularly, cover their mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing, and remind them of the importance of using tissues.

If you have any concerns about your child's health, or illnesses that may occur during the school year, please notify the school nurse at 781-319-3985.

If your child had any of the following symptoms today, please keep them home

• Fever over 100 degrees (must be fever free for 24 hours without the use of tylenol or motrin to return to school)

• Vomiting and/or diarrhea (if your child has had any vomiting or diarrhea within the past 24 hours, they should not return to school)

• Diagnosis of communicable disease such as strep throat or conjunctivitis (if diagnosed with a communicable disease and prescribed antibiotics, your child must not return to school until they have been on antibiotics for at least 24 hours

Remember, a healthy child is a happy and successful learner.

Jenny Goodwin

jgoodwin@mpsd.org

781-319-3985

Save those pennies (and nickels, dimes, and quarters)! A very special fundraiser is on its way February 5-9! Stay tuned!

A fun family BINGO event is also in the works! This event will be free to our MES community on the

evening of Friday 2/13. Details to come!

Raise your hand if your kids love Annie’s macaroni and cheese! Now raise your hand if you have the Box Tops for Education app in your phone! NO!?!? It’s the easiest way to get “free” money donated to the PTO! Just scan your receipt to get donations on favorite products like Annie’s, Old El Paso, Cheerios, Lysol, and so, SO many more! These little donations add up to great programs for our kids and community!

The offices of President, Vice President, and Secretary will be opening at the end of this school year. These are two-year terms, but you can always invite a friend to share duties! Please consider reaching out to ptomartinson@gmail.com or attending the 1/16 meeting to learn more.

The Marshfield Education Foundation is always looking for new members to join our organization. The MEF is currently seeking a new Treasurer to begin the 2024/25 school year. We would ideally like to have this role filled before our current Treasurer ends their term at the end of the 2023/24 school year. If you are interested, please send an email to info@marshfieldfoundation.org. Following is a brief description of the role:

- About the Treasurer role: Shall maintain accurate accounts of all monies of the MEF received or disbursed. The Treasurer shall carry out all MEF financial transactions at banks and depositories designated by the Board of Directors. The Treasurer shall have the authority to endorse all drafts received by the MEF, and render as required, an account of all transactions and of the financial condition of the MEF. The Treasurer will cause to prepare any financial statements required including tax forms. The Treasurer shall perform all duties incident to the office of Treasurer. The books and accounts of the Treasurer shall at all times be open to the inspection of the Directors and Officers of MEF and of any authorized auditor.

https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Marshfield/MarshfieldStPatricksDay5k

11:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

SPONSORED BY THE FRIENDS OF THE VENTRESS MEMORIAL LIBRARY

The Friends of the Ventress Memorial Library is invi.ng the community to an Open

House at the Library on February 4, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. The

Friends will be talking about the mission of the Friends, providing free treats,

highligh.ng the amazing services offered by the Library, and holding a fun

Scavenger Hunt. All Ages Welcome!

The Ventress Memorial Library has long served as a valuable resource for our

community – a place to learn new things, check out a best-selling book, and access

informa.on. The Library is rapidly adjus.ng to the changing needs of the

community and now the building has become a hub for residents working

remotely, a gathering place for children and parents in the development of early

literacy skills, a source for a collec.on of electronic and physical items that can be

loaned to residents at no cost, and a subscriber to high demand online

entertainment and informa.onal content.

The Friends of the Ventress Memorial Library is a non-profit organiza.on

dedicated to the success of the library. The Friends act as the major fundraiser for

the library, allowing it to purchase materials not within the town budget and offer

programs to meet the needs of all residents.

We look forward to seeing you on the 4th at the Library.

Ventress Memorial Library

15 Library Plaza

Marshfield, MA

Join the Ventress Children's department in Welcoming out therapy dog friend Rocko on a new night! Monday February 5 at 6pm! Stop by from 6-7 pm as we welcome Rocko and his owner Kim!! This program allows each child to have a 15 minute one-on-one session with Rocko! Children can pick a favorite book from home or the children's room. Spots are filled on a first come first served basis.

February Vacation fun! Join us on February 22 at 2 pm, Learn to draw cartoon animals in this live in person program with award winning cartoonist Rick Stromoski. Kids will learn how to draw a variety of our furry, hooved, and feathered friends in this fun, interactive, and popular program for children ages 6-12 and their caregivers. Registration is required! Space is limited, so we ask that each child only bring one caregiver with them.

Email: pdevlin@mpsd.org
Website: www.mpsd.org
Location: 257 Forest Street, Marshfield, MA, USA
Phone: 781-834-5025
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