MES Weekly Scoop

Dear MES Families,

It’s hard to believe we are already heading into another great week at MES! We have several exciting opportunities and important reminders to share with our families this week.

Checking Grades & Progress Reports

I encourage parents and guardians of students in grades 2–6 to take a few minutes to log in to PowerSchool and review your child's current grades. While our K–1 teachers use standards-based grading, it is always a good idea to check in on how your child is progressing and celebrate the learning taking place!

Second-quarter progress reports will be sent home this Friday, November 13th. Teachers will also be reaching out to parents/guardians when a student has a D or F to discuss a plan for improvement. Our goal is to work together to ensure students are making progress, receiving the support they need, and turning in assignments in a timely manner. Communication and teamwork between home and school make a difference!

K-State Education Day – Grades 3–6

Our students in grades 3–6 will be traveling to Manhattan on Tuesday the 10th to participate in K-State Education Day at Bramlage Coliseum for the K-State women's basketball game! We are incredibly grateful for this opportunity to provide our students with an exciting learning experience outside the classroom.

Students will enjoy a sack lunch during the event. They have the option of bringing a sack lunch from home or receive one provided by the school--which those numbers were turned in last week. We have encouraged students and teachers to show their Bulldog pride by wearing their MES Bulldog shirts! However, we know we have some K-State fans, too, so if your child wants to wear purple and show their Wildcat pride, we will support that as well!

Veterans Day – Wednesday, November 11th

On Wednesday, we pause to recognize and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country. Veterans Day is an important opportunity to teach our students about service, sacrifice, courage, and gratitude. I encourage our families to take a moment to talk with your children about the importance of honoring our veterans and thanking those who have served to protect our freedoms.

Our 5th and 6th grade students will have the special opportunity to walk down to the high school and attend their Veterans Day program, which will begin promptly at 10:00 AM. We are grateful for the opportunity for our students to participate in this meaningful recognition.

MES Math Night – Wednesday, November 18th

Mark your calendars! We hope you will join us for MES Math Night on Wednesday, November 18th, from 5:30–7:00 PM!

We have a fun evening planned for our students and families, including:

• Fun, hands-on math games and activities

• A FREE meal for families

• Opportunities to win some great door prizes!

We look forward to seeing many of our Bulldog families there! It is a great opportunity to spend time together while making math fun!

Thank you for your continued support of Marysville Elementary. We are grateful for our families and the partnership we share in helping every student grow and succeed.

Here's to a great week at Marysville Elementary!

Janine Doebele
Principal, Marysville Elementary School

Our teachers and staff make a difference in the lives of our students and families every single day! We would love your help reminding them just how much they are appreciated.

Take a moment to share a message of gratitude for a teacher or staff member who has positively impacted your child or your family. Whether it’s a kind gesture, extra encouragement, a helping hand, or simply making your child feel special, we want to hear about it!

You may remain anonymous if you wish. We will turn your messages into special Certificates of Appreciation and share them with the staff members being recognized.

Click the link below to share your appreciation! A few kind words can make someone's day and remind them why the work they do matters so much. ❤️

Thank you for helping us celebrate the amazing people who make our school special!

Thankful For You - Google Form

The colder temperatures will be here before we know it!

As temperatures drop, we want to remind families to make sure students come to school dressed for the weather! Please send your child with a warm coat, hat, and gloves so they are comfortable during outdoor activities and recess.

At MES, we believe in getting students outside whenever the weather allows! Even when it's cold, we will continue to enjoy outdoor time as long as conditions are safe. When temperatures fall below 20 degrees, or 25 degrees with wind chill, students will be brought inside or kept inside for indoor recess.

Fresh air, movement, and play are important parts of the school day, even during the winter months!

Thank you for helping us keep our Bulldogs warm, safe, and ready to enjoy the outdoors!

THIS WEEK! On Tuesday, November 10, students in grades 3–6 will have the exciting opportunity to attend Kansas State University’s Education Day and cheer on the K-State Women’s Basketball Team at Bramlage Coliseum! This is a fun opportunity for our students to experience college athletics and show their Wildcat spirit. If your child is getting a sack lunch from the school, this will be served at the game. If your child is bringing their own lunch, please remember a small lunch box. Stay tuned for pictures of this fun event!

Attention MES Families

“Solve, Play, Learn—The Family Math Way!”

Join us on Wednesday, November 18, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at Marysville Elementary for our second annual Family Math Night! Dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by fun, hands-on math activities designed for students and families in Pre-K through 6th Grade. This is a come and go event-so please stay for a short time or the entire time!

Dinner starts: 5:30 p.m.

Math activities: Interactive, family-friendly stations

Photo Station

Door Prizes

This event is all about family engagement and helping students build math confidence through play, problem-solving, and teamwork.

We can’t wait to see our Bulldog families come together for a night of fun and learning!

Our Parent Handbook is an important resource that outlines the expectations, policies, and procedures for the school year. It includes information about academics, attendance, behavior expectations, communication, and ways families can stay engaged in their child’s learning.

We ask that families review the handbook prior to the first day of school so that everyone is familiar with our school guidelines. Please continue to reference it throughout the year whenever questions arise. Working together, we can ensure a safe, supportive, and successful school experience for every child.

The Speech Department at Marysville Elementary School provides invaluable support to our students, creating an engaging environment where learning and communication thrive. Through clever, hands-on activities, Mrs. Brown and Mrs. Bruna turn foundational speech and language practice into an exciting experience for children. Interactive games like Hedbanz and Guess Who? are powerful learning tools in their sessions—encouraging students to follow multi-step directions, practice asking targeted descriptive questions, and expand their functional vocabulary in real time. These playful settings also offer the perfect opportunity for students to generalize their target speech sounds into natural, spontaneous conversation. A big thank you to Mrs. Brown and Mrs. Bruna for their incredible dedication, creativity, and commitment to helping our students find their voices and succeed!

This week, our librarian, Mrs. Bena, led a powerful and moving lesson on the Honor Flight program and the profound importance of honoring our veterans.

With Veterans Day just around the corner, Mrs. Bena shared how the Honor Flight program transports our nation's heroes to Washington, D.C., to visit the memorials dedicated to their service and sacrifice. The lesson was a touching reminder of the courage, dedication, and selfless service of the men and women who have defended our freedoms.

As Veterans Day approaches, let’s take the time to reflect on their sacrifices, show our appreciation, and ensure their stories and legacies are never forgotten. Thank you, Mrs. Bena, for inspiring our students and bringing such an important conversation into our school community! 🇺🇸✨

The Marysville Elementary School Parent‑Teacher Organization (MES PTO) is a community of parents, teachers, and staff working together to enrich the educational experience for every student. By joining, you’ll:

• Build Community: Connect with fellow families, share ideas, and create lasting friendships.
• Support Learning: Fund classroom resources, field trips, and extracurricular activities that spark curiosity and growth.
• Give Back: Volunteer your time, talents, or resources and see the immediate impact of your effort.

Whether you can give a few minutes a month or lead a big project, there’s a place for you on the PTO board, in a committee, or as a volunteer. Your involvement makes our school stronger, more inclusive, and more fun for everyone.

Ready to get started? Contact one of the PTO board members by calling the MES Office and someone will call you back or you can find them on facebook: Marysville Elementary PTO. Together we can create an even brighter future for our kids—one idea, one smile, one volunteer at a time!

📚Marysville is fortunate to have so many community events that bring us together. These gatherings are more than just fun—they are opportunities to connect, celebrate, and support one another. Whether it’s lending a hand to a neighbor, volunteering, cheering on our local students, or simply showing up, each of us plays an important role in building a strong and caring community. Together, we can make every event a chance to strengthen our bonds and continue supporting the people who make our town such a special place to call home. We will do our very best to highlight local events happening and all the wonderful organizations that support our school!

We follow the three R's in our building.

Be Ready

Be Responsible

Be Respectful

AND Be Safe

CharacterStrong – Gratitude - Week 2

This week, we are talking about how to find things to be Grateful for! Throughout our day, we may get busy and not see the good things that are happening in our lives. Our emotions can help us recognize Gratitude. 1 emotion that we might feel is Happiness. When you feel happy, take a moment to look around for someone or something that you can feel Grateful for!