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Marshall Enews 4/17/2020

Posted on: April 17, 2020

Marshall Elementary E-News

April 17, 2020

 

School News and Information

Happy Friday Marshall Families!

 

It is hard to believe that we have been a little over a month since we were actually at school.  I know that the students have been working hard while at home as have our families. Thank you for stepping in to support your child(ren) in their learning each day.   We appreciate it all! 

 

Tootles - I want to give you the opportunity to acknowledge how your child is being a PAX Leader at home.  Complete this form and let me know the positive things they have done while at home - this a great way to encourage the behaviors you want to see more of at home.  You will then receive an electronic tootle form in your email congratulating your child. Tootle Form

 

From the Transportation Department:

This is a reminder that a new Transportation Request Form for each school year.  The form can be downloaded from the Talawanda Website for each child so that we can make sure that we have the most current contact information.  Please remember that babysitting arrangements need to be filled out on the Transportation Form as well because it doesn’t always carry over from year to year.  Thanks for thinking ahead to next year.  

 

I also hope you have enjoyed our morning announcements.  I have enjoyed creating them and seeing the kids on the flipgrid post. If you would like to have your child(ren) selected for the pledges please record a video of your child(ren) saying either pledge or both and send it to me at hintonc@talawanda.org.  Depending on how many I receive, I will use as many as I can.  At this point I have used all of them that I received.   

 

As a reminder the link for morning announcements will be posted on the students Abre announcement screen, our Marshall Facebook page, and Marshall Twitter account.

 

Stay Connected with Marshall - #thisisMEtsd

Facebook   - Marshall Elementary - Oxford, Ohio

Twitter  - @TSDMarshall

 

Kindergarten Registration

We started collecting information about Kindergarten for next year before the school closings.  If we have not taken your information yet and you have a child who will turn 5 before August 1, please complete this form and we will email you further directions for registering your child for kindergarten.  



Technology Update and Reminders

If your child is having issues with their iPad or ChromeBook, please let your child’s teacher know.  We are working on swapping out the technology for working devices.



Counselor’s Corner

Mrs. Elam, Counselor - elamm@talawanda.org

Mrs. Schwegman, Counselor - schwegmans@talawanda.org

Mrs. Rolfes, School Social Work - rolfesc@talawanda.org

Mrs. Owens, School Psychologist - owensm@talawanda.org

 

Looking for a way to document your feelings during this time away from home.  Consider creating a time capsule journal of your experiences. Here is a copy to print.  

https://preventionactionalliance.org/learn/everydayprevention/

 

Previously Posted Readings from the Counselors

The Children Who Loved Books - Mrs. Schwegman

Listening With My Heart - Mrs. Elam

Jonathan James and the What If Monster - Mrs. Schwegman

When You Are Brave Read Aloud - Mrs. Elam



Art, Music, and PE Lessons

Here are the links to Art, Music, and PE lessons that you can incorporate into your schedule throughout the week.  Art Music     PE



From the Transportation Department

This is a reminder that a new Transportation Request Form for each school year.  The form can be downloaded from the Talawanda Website for each child so that we can make sure that we have the most current contact information.  Please remember that babysitting arrangements need to be filled out on the Transportation Form as well because it doesn’t always carry over from year to year.  Thanks for thinking ahead to next year.  



Resources

PAX Tools

Special Free Online Training for Talawanda Families.  Thursday, April 23, 2:00- 3:30 pm

See Flyer for more details.

 

Sesame Street PSA- For Parents

To all the parents out there: you are doing an amazing job! But remember to take a moment for yourself, to breath, stretch, whatever you need to keep being your best self. Hang in there and keep up the great work!

 

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

You may have heard that Dolly Parton's Imagination Library recently expanded to include all children Birth-5 in Butler County.  This is wonderful news, as each enrolled child will receive 1 FREE book a month in the mail until their 5th birthday. Here is the link: https://ohioimaginationlibrary.org/enroll  Also Check Out:  Good Night with Dolly

 

From the Lane Public Library

Lane Libraries has subscribed to: Tutor.com.

Services include 1-to-1 tutoring in a ton of K-12 subjects, plus essay review/feedback within 12 hours of submission!  The service is now live on our website: https://lanepl.org/tutor

Click Here for more infromation.

 

Folks will need their library card and pin number to log in. If they don't have a card (or have misplaced it), they can sign up for a temporary e-card at https://www.lanepl.org/covid-19

 

Bingo challenge from Lane - Attached you will find a kids, teen, and adult version.

 

Student Meal Program Flyer

 

Previous E-News Links

 

Article for Parents (Originally posted on 2/11/20)

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/17/parenting/coronavirus-quarantine.html 

 

Below is a video on keeping structure/schedules at home.  (FYI It is 12 minutes long)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsIbTu2Xpzc&feature=youtu.be

 

OAESA shared- How to Support Your Child’s Social, Emotional and Behavioral Health

We know you and your child may be experiencing stress, confusion, fear or anxiety during this time. Below are some steps you can take to support your child.

 

Talk to Your Child about the Current Situation. Have age-appropriate conversations with your child and be sure all adults in the household are using the same language to describe what is happening. Be sure you understand the correct facts from medical and government resources. Share only developmentally appropriate facts with your child (see the links below for ideas about how to do this). Be calming to avoid cultivating anxiety or distress in your child.

 

Limit Exposure. Be mindful of adult conversations or media coverage about what is happening. Limit your child’s exposure to these as they could cause an increase in anxiety or distress in your child.

 

 

Encourage Expressive Activities. Encourage imaginative and expressive activities that can help your child share how he or she is feeling (for example, play for younger children and music activities, art activities and journaling for older children). This will allow your child to process his or her emotions in safe and productive ways.

 

Create a Structured Environment. Provide structure and routine for your child. Have a daily schedule with general activities posted in the home. Visual schedules are beneficial for young children. Children do well and feel safer when they know what to expect next.

 

Set Expectations. Set expectations for your child to complete a set amount of academic work daily. This helps with structure but also will help avoid the pressures of feeling behind when he or she returns to school.

 

Create Special Time. Set aside at least 10 minutes a day to focus on your child. More time is better. Actively listen to what he or she says and stay positive. If your child is younger, play with him or her during this time. Child-focused play has many benefits to child-adult relationships.

 

Spend Quality Time Together. Have dinner together. Put away all technology. Take turns sharing something that you felt happy about today. Your child can help with preparation and clean up.

 

Stay Active. Encourage your child to play, walk or hike outdoors and get outside with your child as well. If the weather does not allow for outdoor time, try yoga, having a dance party or watching online videos that encourage movement indoors.

 

Focus on the Positive. Point out the “helpers” in the world and the good things they are doing. Stay simple and limit detail about anything frightening, but emphasize the good work being done.

 

Model Responses to Difficult Situations. The adult should care for him or herself and model this for the child. Children will watch how adults in their homes deal with stress and replicate this themselves.



Health and Safety

For resources on addressing the coronavirus please visit:

 

https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/

 

During this time away from school please stay at home, cover your coughs using your elbow, avoid the touching of your eyes, nose and mouth, and wash your hands frequently.  The purpose of this closure is to slow the spread of the virus and this can only be done if each of us takes a few extra precautions. This also means not using the school grounds as a place to gather and play - our playgrounds and schools grounds are closed.  Be safe and stay healthy.



Staff Email Addresses

 

Kindergarten

Mrs. Chasteen - chasteenj@talawanda.org

Mrs. Schaefer - schaeferc@talawanda.org

Mrs. Ziegler - Miss McKiski - mckiskik@talawanda.org

 

1st Grade

Mrs. Hickey - hickeyd@talawanda.org

Mrs. Kraushar - kraushara@talawanda.org

Mrs. Seeger - seegera@talawanda.org

 

2nd Grade

Miss Beaton - beatonb@talawanda.org

Mrs. Birkemeier - birkemeierme@talawanda.org

Mrs. Rein - reinm@talawanda.org

 

3rd Grade

Mrs. Johnson - johnsonc@talawanda.org

Mrs. Meicenheimer - meicenheimerj@talawanda.org

 

4th Grade

Mrs. Bowers - bowersk@talawanda.org

Mrs. Lykins - lykinse@talawanda.org

Mrs. Mesler - meslerl@talawanda.org

 

5th Grade

Mrs. Croucher - croucherk@talawanda.org

Mrs. Slattery - slatterys@talawanda.org

Mrs. Withrow - withrowl@talawanda.org

 

https://www.talawanda.org/staff-directory/talawanda-school-district-9/

 

Upcoming Dates

4/20 to 5/1 - Online Learning Days

5/4 - School Resumes (Based on 3/30/20 Order - Subject to Change)