Greetings Parents and Community Members!

Another 9 weeks... gone! Half a school year!

It is going so fast and I know you want time to slow down! I hope everyone enjoyed their holidays! I know we did! ha ha :)

As we begin the new semester, I can see so much growth in our students! From the way they walk in the front door in the mornings to the growth in their classrooms. This makes my heart smile!

Second semester comes with a lot more expectations for your child. We have been in school for half of the school year, so now is the time for them to become more independent and to start being accountable for their own selves. So to you, as the parents, let them have that little independence and hold them accountable for the things they need to be accountable for. (backpack, lunch bag, library books, getting dressed in the morning, feeding their pet, making their bed (it's ok if it's messy, mom!) But remember, baby steps! Don't' expect more than their age will allow!

I know it is easier to do it yourself (I am a mom), but don't make excuses for them, follow through with consequences, model behavior, teach them in a positive way that failure is ok...that is how we learn! Trust me, I was the last one in my kindergarten class to tie my shoe, but if I quit after each failure, Mr. Guck would be having to tie my shoe each day! :)

A few reminders, report cards will go home on Thursday, January 16th and we will be celebrating our 100th day of school this month. Please note that it has already changed due to our snow day! You can check the updated calendar on our Skiatook Schools website... Marrs Elementary page!

I want to congratulate Mrs. Roddy on her new position here at Marrs! Mrs. Roddy was a para in our kindergarten department, but now she will be teaching! She took the place of Mrs. Gunkel. We also have a new para, who is taking Mrs. Roddy's place, Mrs. Meyer! Congrats to both of these ladies!

Remember, if you ever have concerns, worries, or just want to tell us something good, you can call me anytime!

Mrs. Guck

Marrs Elementary Principal