National School Counseling Week is Feb. 6–10, 2023. The week highlights the impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. Our EMS school counselor is Summer Hagemeier. Thanks for all you do for our students and school.
The PTO V.I.P. dance is February 25 from 6-9 p.m. for girls in grades PreK-6th. It is a night for girls and their chosen guest to dress their best and enjoy a night of dancing and fun. Tickets and corsages can be ordered in advance. Please RSVP by February 17. Photos will also be available the night of the dance. The order form is attached. All forms will be coming home via the classroom also.
5th Grade Evaluate Day: Decades
In Mrs. Sturgeon's class 7th Graders are presenting background research as they begin a new book, Refugee by Alan Gratz.
Mrs. Hagemeier, EMS counselor, met with 5th graders today about good sportsmanship and building positive relationships with peers.
Danielle Sturgeon has been teaching ELA at Elsberry Middle School for 6 years. She is a Lindenwood University graduate. Mrs. Sturgeon, a.k.a. her maiden name Miss Lococo, keeps students busy in and out of the classroom with her involvement in extracurricular activities.
“A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies . . . The man who never reads lives only one."-George R.R. Martin
Stop by the EHS library to see one of these clever displays and to pick out a good book.
Catch up with the latest student stories, menus, events,
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Friday, February 3 is Homecoming. We are wearing red and white to show our Indian Pride! The EHS Varsity Girls and Boys play against North Callaway at 6 p.m. Hope to see our school spirit and a sea of red Friday at the pep rally and the game.
Congrats to Jason and Callie for winning the Robotics Tug-of-War competition! Students had to take their original robot and modify it to improve their mechanical advantage in a tug-of-war competion against classmates. Lilly and Trea came in second place. Rex and KyliAnne were the third place winners.
Cheer Camp forms are due Wednesday, February 1. Late forms cannot be accepted.
NHS Candy Grams are on sale now!
Running Club with Mrs. Osterkamp is starting in February!
Students in 3rd through 6th grade are invited to join Running Club on Wednesday mornings in February (2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22) from 6:45 a.m. to 7:25 a.m. in the Elementary Gym. Forms will be sent home with students in grades 3-6.
Please fill out the form for your child to attend. Send your student to running club with tennis shoes, comfortable clothing and a water bottle! If you have any questions email Danielle Osterkamp at dosterkamp@elsberry.k12.mo.us.
Due to the predicted inclement weather, school is cancelled on Wednesday, January 25.
EMS Events Week of January 23
Jan. 24
Food Pantry Visit
Katie Lagemann has worked at the Elsberry School District for 21 years. Her favorite quotes are "It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men" by Frederick Douglas and "Growing up is mandatory, but growing up is optional" by Walt Disney.
Look at our Elsberry FFA program being featured on the MFA Oil website! The article is from last fall, but it is too good not to share.
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If you would like to read about the sessions available at Parent Summit tomorrow, Thursday , January 19 follow the link to the document. This document also includes google meet links if you would like to attend one or more sessions virtually from the comfort of your own home. All attendees will receive a $10 gift card. If attending, please enter at the high school doors.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1264T1YcilHzoMhiGsZmIus4G76cPHYBIBPlECEaCxl4/edit?usp=sharing
On Thursday, January 19, there is a 90 minute session at Parent Summit about sleep. This program is designed for parents of infants up to teens. Sleep impacts many things including mood, learning, and self regulation. Children's Hospital will be presenting and answering questions about healthy sleep habits and routines. Ask the experts!
Do these cold days have you thinking about summer vacation? The Elsberry R-2 School Board has approved the 2023-2024 school calendar. Please check it prior to booking your trip.
