Did you know that MBS is the only building in the District without a mascot?? We need a mascot to bring us together, represent our elementary school, and create some fun and school spirit. Many students took last month's "Principal's Challenge" and nominated mascots ranging from elephants to "breakers" to lynx and minks. We had a few nominations for Captain Mallett, and one student nominated herself! In the end, a committee voted to narrow the field to two finalists - the Malletts Bay Osprey or the Malletts Bay Black Bears. Students and families are invited to "campaign" for one of these two finalists throughout the week. Whether creating posters, persuasive essays, or campaign stickers, let your voice be heard!
On Elelction Day (Tuesday, November 2nd) each class will visit the library for their scheduled "voting" time. Mrs. Reith has volunteered to create real voting booths, replete with the classic red striped curtains! Mrs. Hebert created lovely ballots, and teachers will use a class list to check students in before the vote. We are exploring a way for families and community members to vote using a "survey monkey," google doc, or a feature in our Alert Now system. We definitely could use some help during November 3rd- 5th to tally up the ballots - give a call if you have the time and inclination to help with this latest project.
Meanwhile, it is "Red Ribbon Week," an initiative led by our School Resource Officer Jamie Bressler. She'll be visiting MBS students to remind them of health practices that will help them create a drug and alcohol free future. We are having fun with color days, starting with "Green Day" on Monday.
We're very happy to have the NECAP tests all boxed up and ready to shop off to Measured Progress the vendor who created the test. We hear that results will be back sometime in January, and we look forward to seeing how our students did on this annual test.
Soon it will be time for parent -teacher conferences and first trimester report cards. The year is flying by, and I"m enjoying every minute of my time in Colchester. Thanks to everyone for your enthusiastic support.
Mrs. Julie Benay
