Mora Elementary Newsletter

• February 2nd, Mora Winter Mini Formal

• February 19th, no school, Presidents' Day

Willie Jett, Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Education came to visit students and staff at Mora Public Schools today. He was able to talk with students and staff about student learning, and teaching. He toured both Mora High School and Mora Elementary School as part of his tour around Minnesota Schools.

Mr. Norvell's homeroom class practicing Order of Operations with Math Bowling.

Students in Mrs. Thor's class celebrated being caught up with their work by playing some board games and card games. It is fun to see the students collaborate and interact with each other, not only during academic times but also during play.

This is only some of the fun to be had at Mustang Care whether it be before school or after school. We play Twister, play with cars, color run, crafts, obstacle course, play-dough and so much more!

Mrs. Samuelson's Kindergarten class learned about habitats this week. We had science stations where students could explore the different habitats.

Students in Miss Bakker's second grade class have had a great time learning how to measure. They have measured many things around the classroom, including themselves (with a little help, of course)!

We recently read a biography about Helen Keller. Even though Helen Keller was deaf and blind, she overcame many obstacles and learned to use sign language, read Braille, and even write letters as anyone else would. She is a great example of hard work and perseverance! Students used the Braille symbols on the page to create their name at the bottom, then they glued dried lentils to the page to mimic Braille.

Our lost and found is getting full. We have a surplus of items. The picture above is only some of our things. Please take the time to go through the lost and found and see if any of it belongs to you. Unfortunately, with the overwhelming amount of sweatshirts, jackets, gloves, hats, etc, we won't be able to hold much more. If items are not claimed soon, they will be donated locally.

January 26th

First Grade - Lesson 15 Letter

Second Grade - No letter this week

Third Grade - No letter this week

Fourth Grade - Lesson 12 Letter

Fifth Grade - Lesson 11 Letter

Tatum Reitter Jackelyn Bekius

Grades K-2 Grades 3-6

320-679-6200 X4307 320-679-6200 X4313

tatumreitter@moraschools.org jackelynbekius@moraschools.org

1) We still have COVID tests in the health office available for students (and their families). They are the BinaxNow tests, and the results are pretty quick (they say they take 15 minutes).

2) If your student tests positive for COVID, it is recommended they quarantine for the 5 days from symptom onset. However, the more important things are to be fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medications, and symptom improvement. So as long as your students are fever free, their symptoms have improved and they feel well enough to be here, then they may return to school.

3) If your student tests negative for COVID, but has symptoms (cold/flu/GI, etc.), please follow the above guidelines. Fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medications, and feeling well enough to be here.

4) If your student has been exposed to COVID, they may still come to school unless they are exhibiting symptoms and are not feeling well enough to be here/with fever.

5) If your student is ill (and you do not test for COVID), please still follow the sick day guidelines. Fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medications, no vomiting/diarrhea for 24 hours and feeling well enough to be here.

The health office is really in need of pants for boys and girls. Sizes 6-8. You can drop donations off at the Elementary Office. Sweatpants are preferred over jeans. Thanks for considering!

Menstrual Products in the School Restrooms

Starting at the new year, both the Mora Elementary and High School will be providing students menstrual products that will be available to them in the bathrooms. This change is due to the Minnesota Legislature that goes into effect January 2024; the change is specifically directed towards grades 4-12. The passage of this bill makes Minnesota the 16th state to mandate free menstrual products in schools. If you have any questions, please reach out to the Elementary or High School Health Office.

Email: kleach@moraschools.org
Website: Moraschools.org
Location: 200 9th Street, Mora, MN, USA
Phone: (320)679-6200
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