Metzler Elementary

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February Newsletter
Metzler Elementary
8500 West Rayford Road Spring, TX 77389
T: 832.484.7900
Dear Metzler Parents,
The Metzler faculty and staff are committed to academic
excellence for all students. We will do whatever it takes to help
each child reach academic success. As our partner, we value
your commitment in achieving our school-wide reading and
attendance goals. No matter the age, all children benefit from
hearing fluent readers. This exposes your child to quality literature
that he/she may not be able to read and provides a special
bonding time for you and your child. Just 20 minutes a night can
make a world of difference!
Huskies, Making a Difference!
Did you know that February is the International Friendship Month?
Let’s make it extraordinary! Let’s show unity in our diversity by
sharing peace, love, and understanding by participating in the
following activities.
 Pennies for Patients
School-wide penny drive in efforts to help “make leukemia
disappear”.
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Bookmarks, Pillow Cases, Placemats, and Blankets
Our PTO organized a community project in which students
will make bookmarks, cards, pillowcases, placemats, and
blankets. These items will be taken to Texas Children’s
Hospital and other local medical facilities to be given to
children who are ill. This is a very heart-warming
experience to be shared by both Huskies and children in
local hospitals.
Paint the Community with Peace
Metzler will join other Klein campuses as we paint the
community with peace. Please see the attached
document with Metzler dress-up days and campus
activities.
Making Tracks 2014-15
Calendar of Events
February 1-5
Counselor Appreciation Week
We appreciate you, Mrs. Baker!
February 1
Fourth Grade Field Trip to
Wunderlich Farm Mims, Fitch,
Ragsdale, Price, & Monterrey
February 2
Fourth Grade Field Trip to
Wunderlich Farm
Chan, Diggins, Reidy, & Watt
February 5
PTO “Souper” Bowl Luncheon
for teachers
February 8-12
Paint the Community with
Peace Week
February 11
Decades Sock Hop during
specials
February 12
PTO Valentine’s Day Give Back
Activity in lieu of traditional
party.
February 23
Team Trace Volunteer Tuesday
8:30-10:30 AM
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PTO Valentine’s Day Give Back
Students will participate in a “give back” activity in lieu of
a traditional Valentine’s Day party. Please know that you
may send Valentine’s Day cards and goodie bags with
things such as; stickers, pencils, spirit sticks, and erasers,
but no candy or food items. All candy and/or food items
sent to school will be returned.
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45 Annual German Festival
Tickets for the 45th annual Klein German Festival, scheduled for
February 26, 2016, at Klein Forest High School, will go on sale at
every school in the Klein district, Klein administration buildings,
and at Trinity Lutheran Church, starting Monday, February 8,
2016. The price of tickets is $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for children
in grades 5 and under. There is no charge for preschool children
accompanied by their parent or guardian. Dinner will be served
from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. All tickets will be handled by advance
sales only. Tickets will not be available at the door.
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An evening of German food, with German music and exhibition
dances performed by students from Klenk Elementary School
and Trinity Lutheran Church School, as well as professional
performances by The Henry Tannenberger German Band will be
featured. The Klein Forest High School Men’s Choir will also
perform.
Bus Transportation Reminder
Just a reminder that Pre-K students will be brought back to
Metzler if a parent or designated adult is not at the bus stop to
receive them. Please know that Kindergarten – Fifth Grade
students will be dropped off at their designated bus stop even if
a parent is not present. As always, please be sure to inform the
office of any special circumstances or transportation changes.
Thank you in advance for helping to ensure the safety of all
students.
Carpool Reminders
Everyone’s efforts in making drop-off and pick-up times safe and
smooth are much appreciated. As always, please use extreme
caution when entering and exiting the school zone. Modeling
courtesy and compliance with school procedures help everyone
start and end their day in a positive manner. Remember, our
kiddos are watching and will model the character we exhibit.
Parental Responsibility - Custody
Please assist us in the handling of custody-related issues. It is the
responsibility of the parents to provide the registrar a certified
copy of the court order affecting any other person’s right to their
children.
Making Tracks 2014-15
UPCOMING EVENTS
February 26
Klein ISD German Festival at
Klein Forest
March 3
Dr. Cain’s Community Dinner
March 4
PTO Sweetheart Dance
7:00-9:00 pm
March 8
Team Trace Volunteer Tuesday
March 14-18
Spring Break
March 22
Team Trace Volunteer Tuesday
8:30 – 10:30 AM
March 25
Easter Break
March 28
Report Cards Issued
March 29
STAAR Writing (4th grade)
STAAR Math (5th grade)
March 30
STAAR Reading (5th grade)
April 1
Field Day
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Spelling Bee Winners
1st Place – Ben Nguyen
2nd Place – Aalim Momin
3rd Place – Madison Baca
Metzler Geography Bee Winners
1st Place – Kayden Lalor
2nd Place – Kiara Lopez
3rd Place – Leo Bucher
Husky thanks to third grade teacher, Mrs. Wideman, for her
organization of and dedication to this exciting annual event.
KISD RODEO ART SHOW
We would like to congratulate the following students whose art
work was chosen to represent Metzler Elementary this year at the
Klein ISD Rodeo Art Show and who received ribbons for their hard
work:
Hiro Bunnelle
Zoe Holmes
Shay Bartlett
Daisy Martinez
Logan Caufield
Ian Martinez
Faith Faherty
Kaydence Peralez
Kaia Fields
Liam Thorsen
Elysia Garcia
Trinity Wheeler
Congratulations to these students and thanks to Mrs. Mackey for
her excellence in instruction.
DESTINATION IMAGINATION
The Huskies are cheering on their peers as they prepare for the
Destination Imagination Regional Tournament which is
scheduled for Saturday, February 27th. We invite everyone to
support our students as they perform at Klein High School. Husky
cheers to the following:
Clever-tastic DInamite Chipmunkthe Final Act
Faith Faherty
Riley Greenhouse
Gabriel Hill
Riley Greenhouse
Emma Hoffman
Kate Twardowski
Team Managers
Mrs. Mackey
Ms. Milkie
Making Tracks 2014-15
Intermediate School #10
You might have noticed that
Metzler’s looking a little different!
Preparation for intermediate school
ten has started. The intermediate
school is projected to open for the
2018-19 school year. Please know
that we’ll keep you updated in
regards to district meetings related
to the opening of the school.
Be sure to take traffic delays into
consideration for morning drop-off
via the car rider line. You may want
to leave a little earlier in the
morning to make sure your child
arrives on time. As always, students
may arrive as early as 7:50 a.m.
February is Dental Health Month
Oral health is a vital component of
a child’s overall health. By
providing a healthy diet, minimizing
the consumption of sweets,
cleaning a child’ s teeth twice a
day, and getting early dental
examinations, a child can have a
happy, healthy smile. Some great
websites to check out are:
www.healthyteeth.org
www.kidshealth.org
February is Healthy Heart Month
Cardiac health is an important
issue all year long, but with
February designated as “Heart
Month”, we have listed some great
websites filled with healthy tips:
www.heathiergeneration.org/kids
www.Americanheart.org
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We’ll continue to collect
Box Tops for our
classroom and grade
level competitions.
Prizes will be awarded
to the top participating
classrooms! Keep saving
those Box Tops and
Labels for Education!!!
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Our PTO would like to thank everyone for
coming out and supporting the spirit nights this
year. Our January event was at McDonalds.
February 10th will be at Spring Creek Barbeque
from 5 - 8 p.m. Because of the support that our
Husky families have shown, we have raised over
$2,300.00 in spirit night funds. This money will go
towards the many events the PTO helps fund
throughout the year.
Good attendance is of prime importance for
the educational development of each student.
Please be mindful to send either a doctor or
parent note within five days of an absence. The
date(s) of the student’s absences should be
included in the signed parent excuse. Please
note that parental phone calls cannot take the
place of a note. Please see the 2015-16 KISD
Elementary Student Handbook for more
information about attendance.
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NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY…..
Husky Book Club
Students at Metzler have the opportunity to
become members of the Husky Book Club in the
library. Parents, family and friends may celebrate
and honor a student by choosing a book from
the “Husky Books” to be added to the Metzler
library for all to enjoy. A bookplate with the
child’s name and the special occasion will be
placed in the book, and a presentation will be
made in the child’s class. The cost for a “Husky
Book” is $15.00. Checks can be made to Metzler
Elementary. Please contact Pat Mohalley at 832484-7952 or [email protected] to arrange a
presentation. This is a wonderful way to
celebrate a special occasion such as a birthday,
good grades, a new sibling, or an award while
adding to our Metzler library collection!
The newest member of the Husky Book Club is:
Katelyn Havemann Birthday Books
Community Dinner
March 3rd
Parents of Klein ISD students are
invited to attend a community
dinner hosted by Superintendent Jim Cain on
March 3rd. A pizza and salad dinner will be
provided free to parents beginning at 6:30 p.m.
A district informational update and a question
and answer session will follow.
After 35 years in the Klein ISD and 47 years in
public education, Superintendent Dr. Jim Cain
announced his plans to retire. Klein ISD will
provide timely updates related to the search for
a new superintendent. Please visit the following
to stay updated throughout the process:
http://www.kleinisd.net/default.aspx?name=boa
rd.2016supersearch
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Thank you to the Watch D.O.G.S who volunteered their time in January. We welcome our Watch D.O.G.S. on
campus as often as possible. As “Heroes of the Hallways,” they participate as mentors, classroom helpers, and an
extra set of eyes and ears. You can make a HUGE difference on our campus just by your willingness to serve!
Fathers and father-figures, this is an awesome opportunity to get involved at Metzler. Attached to this newsletter
you will find a flyer with more information regarding registration and school contacts.
Visit www.fathers.com/watchdogs to learn more about this awesome, national program.
Don’t miss our Husky
super Stars!
Order your 2015-16
Metzler Memory
Book Now!
We have a limited number of books available for pre-order at $20
each. Please fill out the bottom part of this form and send it to
your student’s teacher. Orders must be received by February 19.
Checks can be made out to Metzler Elementary PTO.
Student’s Name __________________________________________________
Grade _____________ Homeroom Teacher________________________________
Number of books _________________________
Cash ____ Check_____ (Please check one)
Help Kroger help Metzler!
Did you know that every time you swipe your rewards
card at Kroger, you could be sending money to our school?
Please go to the website now and register your card in the
Community Rewards Program to help Metzler.
For our school to continue to benefit, you must
re-register your card each year.
Simply log on to your account at:
www.kroger.com/account/enrollCommunityRewardsNow