McPherson News January 29, 2023
If you actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader - John Quincy Adams
Principal's Message
Hello McPherson Families,
This week, we recognized two of our staff members as employees of the year. Congratulations to Sarah Hoffmann, our STEM Teacher, for being chosen as McPherson’s Teacher of the Year and Jessica Castaneda, Instructional Aide, for being chosen as McPherson’s Classified Employee of the Year! Mrs. Hoffmann and Mrs. Castaneda are both so dedicated to their jobs and work every day to support their students and make McPherson a better place. Thank you to ALL of our staff who give so much of their time and energy to our school.
Please see the newsletter for more information on the upcoming Saturday Academy on February 11, PTSA Board nominations, Leadership news, and Ducks Family Night tickets.
Have a great week Meteors,
Mrs. Godsey
Principal
Sara Hoffmann - McPherson's Teacher of the Year
Jessica Castaneda - McPherson's Classified Employee of the Year
Meteor of the Month Congratulations to our Meteor's Of the Month for January
WAY TO GO METEORS!!!
Kindergarten - Ellie Lopez
1st - Harper Lewis
2nd - Valeria Rodriguez Perez
3rd - Madeleine Disbrey
4th - Alayah Lawson
5th - Malachi Cavazos
6th - Sanaiya Hall
7th - Olive Bell
8th - Sophia Wein
College Shirt Day on February 1st (College Shirt Only/Not a Free Dress Day)
College Shirt Day on Wednesday, February 1st. (College shirts may be worn the first Wed. of each month). We are promoting a strong college-going culture at McPherson because it encourages students to think about their college and career plans. Students can wear a college shirt the first Wednesday of each month. Shirts MUST BE A COLLEGE SHIRT. T-shirts are allowed. NOT A FREE DRESS DAY. Uniform bottoms to be worn with College Shirt.
Saturday Enrichment Academy - February 11
On Saturday, February 11, we will be holding our second Saturday Enrichment Academy (SEA) session of the year! We will have fun activities for the kids and parents can have the morning off. Also, for any student who has missed a day of school because of illness or other personal reasons, we are able to recover the lost ADA funding if you “make up” your absence by attending SEA. Our goal is to provide students with additional academic instruction in a more relaxed and fun environment while recovering lost attendance funds for McPherson! Please register your child on the Google form if they are able to attend on February 11, 2023.
When: Saturday, February 11, 8:00 am - 12:15pm
What: Fun STEAM and PE Activities
Drop off/Pick Up: Front gate, near the office
What to wear: Free dress, no uniform required
What to Bring: Bring your laptop (K-2nd students will be given their iPads at school), a free school snack will be provided
Fill out the Google Form to Sign Up by 2/5/23:
PTSA Nominations Needed
When a group of people get together to work towards a common positive goal, not only the group, but also the school and the whole community benefits. Change starts with every one of us. One person cannot do the work, but when the work is done by a group of people, the weight is lighter and great things can be accomplished.
We are now taking nominations for members of McPherson’s PTSA for the following positions: Please consider nominating someone you know that will be a valuable asset to the PTSA board. Nominee must be a PTSA member. You can also nominate yourself. Without your help, we will not have a completed PTSA board for next year!!
Please fill out this Google Form to nominate yourself, or someone you may know that would like to be part of the McPherson PTSA board. (After reading the PTSA Board Description, you will find the nomination area).
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKIYOSQEj63sn3K5x7k1_dVKRP7T-fv_ZQHkSSKG-nfnyrww/viewform
Nominations must be submitted by Wednesday, February 15. Elections will take place on Wednesday, March 22 during the PTSA meeting.
Leadership News for February
Valentine Grams
Cupid’s just around the corner and so is our McPherson Valentine Grams Sales. Show your heart by sending one! You can send one to siblings, friends, and even to your teachers! The cost of grams is $0.25 - $0.75 and they are sold outside the office each morning and after school and also during lunch. Give someone the spirit of Valentine’s Day this year with a gram!
Grams will be sold Wednesday, 2/1 thru Thursday, 2/9. Grams will be handed out on Tuesday, 2/14 to all classes. Enjoy this Valentine’s Day By Giving A Heart!
Jammin' Jersey Spirit Day - Friday, 2/10
Show your school spirit and wear sports jerseys on Friday, February 10th. Students are allowed to wear jeans with sports attire. All spirit day attire must be school appropriate.
Valentine Spirit Day - Tuesday, 2/14
Show your school spirit and wear red, pink, or white on Tuesday, February 14th. Students are allowed to wear jeans with Valentine’s Day attire. All spirit day attire must be school appropriate.
McPherson Anaheim Ducks Family Night
Please join the PTSA for McPherson Family Night with the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday, February 15 at 7pm. Tickets are $25 each (upper rows) or $30 each (middle rows). Both price points are in section 409.
There are a limited number of tickets available and may sell out. Tickets will be distributed about a week prior to the event to the student you identify at checkout. If you have any questions, email David.imboden@gmail.com. See you there!
Tickets can only be purchased at https://mcphersonptsa.cheddarup.com
ELEVO Game of the Week
This week’s games of the week are Ring Toss and Navigate! The teachers will integrate these games in to their classroom lessons this week. They will also incorporate a discussion about courage.
Courage is your ability to make good choices even when you are afraid or faced with a difficult situation. Courage is when you do not let fear hold you back from trying something new or doing the right thing.
Having courage can open the door to many great opportunities. It helps you make new friends, find new interests you never knew you had, and take a stand on issues that matter.
NO SCHOOL ON FEBRUARY 17TH OR 20TH
PRESIDENTS' DAY
This month we pay tribute to those who have served as
President for their leadership and sacrifice
BOX TOPS - WE NEED YOUR HELP!!
Hello McPherson Families!
We need your help, collecting Box Tops to earn cash for McPherson. Each one is worth 10¢! Everyone’s participation is helpful.
You can now download the Box Top application on your phone then scan or snap a photo of your receipt within 14 days of purchase. The earnings through the application are recognized immediately. Our school will get a check to spend on classroom supplies. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE STUDENT & TEACHER’S NAME UNDER “GIVE CREDIT MEMO.” If you have trouble scanning your receipts, please email Trinh Guevara a copy of the receipts immediately.
Physical Box Top clippings are being phased out of production but may continue to be found on many products throughout the stores. Drop off your clipped Box Tops to the front office. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THEM IN A ZIP LOCK BAG WITH STUDENT & TEACHER’S NAME.
Thank you for your support of the Box Tops Program and McPherson! If you have any questions, please email Trinh Guevara. Thanks again for all your help and support of our school. We couldn’t do it without you!
Trinh Guevara
Box Tops Coordinator
trinhandcarlo@gmail.com
UPCOMING DATES
ALL EVENTS FOR THE YEAR CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBPAGE AT:
https://mcphersonhome.meteormail.net/home/about/upcoming-events
Mark your calendars:
STEAM Night: March 23
Open House: April 27
Basketball Coaches are:
Girls: Mary Shamamian and Lynne Palucki
Boys: Kathy Lau and Nicole Wyckoff
Basketball Practice Dates
3:00pm to 4:00pm - Mondays & Thursdays
Mon. - 1/30
Thurs. - 2/2
Mon. - 2/6
Thurs. - 2/9
Thurs. - 2/16
Thurs. - 2/23
Thurs. - 3/2
Thurs. - 3/9
Thurs. - 3/16
Basketball Game Dates
February - 13 Boys: 3:00-4:00 @ McPherson Girls: 3:00-4:00 @ Cerro Villa
February - 27 Boys: 3:00-4:00 @ McPherson Girls: 3:00-4:00 @ Portola
March 6 - Boys: 3:00-4:00 @ Yorba Girls: 3:00-4:00 @ McPherson
March 13 - Boys: 3:00-4:00 @ McPherson Girls: 3:00-4:00 @ El Rancho
March 20 - Boys: 3:00-4:00 @ Santiago Girls: 3:00-4:00 @ McPherson