Students were able to spend time with eight former wolves during lunch Jan. 17 to learn how these students are using the habits in high school. They handed out habit cards that display their extra curricular activity picture, the habit they represent, and a description of how they use their habit to be successful. Students were able to collect the cards and put them in their binders. This is a great time for students to connect with the high school and be motivated to become leaders at the high school so they can come back as leaders to MRE! Our League of Leader students will visit us three more times this year.
Mid Rivers Wolves
East High League of Leaders Visit MRE
A Note from Mr. Musgrove
Third quarter is starting off strong for our Wolves! We were able to celebrate student leaders at our last assembly and announce our Employee and Educator of the Year! Remember to join us for our upcoming events, which connect school to home, along with PTO events for our students to have some fun with our school community. Please pay close attention to what events require a RSVP to attend. I hope to see your family soon!
Sincerely,
Mr. Justin Musgrove
Principal- Mid Rivers Elementary
Employee of the Year
Mr. Alec Frederich
Mr. Frederich is an exceptional paraprofessional who known for his perfect attendance, positive attitude, and dedication to his work. He is reliable, cooperative, and consistently goes above and beyond to support students and staff, always maintaining a positive demeanor even during challenging situations. Mr. Frederich's commitment to his role, flexibility, and eagerness to grow professionally are a few reasons he is deserving of this award.
Educator of the Year
Mrs. Marissa Montgomery
Mrs. Montgomery is a highly skilled and dedicated Special Education teacher who consistently goes above and beyond for her students and team. She is firm yet compassionate, helping her students grow academically and socially while always offering support to colleagues, even when juggling a heavy workload. Her contributions extend beyond the classroom, as she actively volunteers on the staff lighthouse team, making her an invaluable asset to the school.
Remember To:
Visit Student Lighthouse, who will be selling Friendship Grams before school the week of February 5th.
Mark your calendars
Early Release is Wednesday, Feb. 5. Dismissal begins at 1:30 p.m.
Progress Reports will be sent home on Wednesday, Feb. 12.
No school Monday, Feb. 17.
RSVP for MRE's Adult Trivia Night on Feb. 7.
RSVP for our Trauma Informed Parent Night on Feb. 10.
Mark your calendar for Donuts with Grown Ups on Feb. 12.
Celebrate MRE's Talent by attending our Third Annual Talent Show on Feb. 20. at South High School
Find out how MRE lays the foundation for students in order for them to be ready to learn academics in the classroom. Trauma Night is not just for parents of kids who have experienced trauma. Trauma Informed Parent Night is an informational night that brings awareness of what trauma really is, and that many of us have actually experienced trauma. We will also share how our school community has laid the foundation for students to be successful in the classroom regardless of what experiences they may have. This is a special opportunity to dive deep into the meaning behind our school mission of Learn, Love, Lead, and Grow.
We do have childcare provided for the evening. The class with the highest percentage of parent attendance will earn an extra recess with Dr. Romanchuk and Mr. Musgrove!
Mrs. Hannah DuBois
Mental Health Professional
National School Counselor Week
The week of February 3, staff and students will celebrate Mrs. Luley and Mrs. DuBois, who go above and beyond to support staff, students, and families! Both Mrs. DuBois and Mrs. Luley are a part of our school's Social Emotional Support Team, which leads staff on best practices when supporting students in the classroom.
Mrs. Melanie Luley
School Counselor
What are our teachers learning this month?
Ms. Heather Kreger, Fort Zumwalt's Elementary Math Curriculum Coordinator, visited our teachers on January's Early Release Day to dive into math standards through Vertical Teaming. Teachers were put into specific teams to explain and demonstrate their grade level standard on a specific skill. Teachers were able to see how each grade level builds the foundation of knowledge for the next grade level. There was great discussion happening around the importance of vocabulary and the meaning of mastery at the different grade levels.
January's Leadership Assembly focused on Habit 3: Put First Things First. These 12 students were recognized by their teachers as leaders in their classroom, specifically living Habit 3! Students also received a letter from Fredbird, explaining how the St. Louis Cardinals live the habits to be successful on and off the baseball field!
Find the cafeteria menu on our website or in the free FZ app, along with our calendars for information on Letter Days and Events. You can sync them to your calendar!
Mid Rivers Elementary - Office Hours 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone - 636-278-2168
Quick links to help you keep up with FZSD
go.FZSD.us/QuickCalendar (or the Quick Calendar button on any of our websites) connects you with the school year at a glance.
go.FZSD.us/SyncMyCalendar allows visitors to sync our website, Elementary Letter Days and Middle School Letter Days calendars to their own.
go.FZSD.us/AMIDays is updated annually with information on inclement weather schedules and procedures.
go.FZSD.us/Kindergarten connects families with information for Kindergarten Enrollment.
go.FZSD.us/CSIP provides updates on and access to our Continuous School Improvement Plan.