Starting 2026 Strong

Tips for planning for the new year and finishing the school year strong.

We hope everyone had a wonderful winter break, filled with joy, rest, and memory-making opportunities. Now that the new year has arrived, it’s time to step into the new year with fresh energy and get ready to finish the second half of the school year strong!

New Year, New Habits, New Intentions

January is a nice opportunity to start fresh. The new year is a great time to help your student establish new habits and intentions that help us grow.

Conversation starters may include: Have you thought about what you want to achieve before summer? Maybe your student’s intention is to read a few extra books each week, to practice their math facts every day, or be a more helpful friend on the playground. Setting a goal, big or small, leans into our continuous improvement work and can make learning even more fun and helps your student discover talents they didn’t know they had!

Every Day Counts: The Power of Attendance

As we kick off this new semester, there is one habit that makes the biggest difference of all: consistent attendance. Being in class every day is about more than just checking a box. It’s about being part of the classroom community, participating in hands-on science experiments, and making sure your student doesn’t miss that "aha!" moment when a new concept finally clicks. When students are here, they are learning, socializing, and building the momentum they need to succeed. Let’s make it our collective goal to show up ready to learn every single day!

The Best is Yet to Come

While the first half of the year was great, the second half is where the magic really happens! We have a calendar packed with activities that celebrate our students' hard work and creativity. Keep an eye out for:

• Spring Musicals and Concerts: Our musicians and performers are already rehearsing to showcase their incredible progress.
• AIM Showcase: Opportunities for students to display their innovative projects and masterpieces. March 11, 2026 at Monroe Middle School.

• • Math Festivals: A great family event centered around math activities.

• Field Trips and Science Camp: Exciting excursions that take learning outside the classroom walls.
• Sports: Girls basketball, boys soccer, girls volleyball, field hockey and track and field.

• • 100th Day of School: February 3, 2026

It is going to be a busy, productive, and joyful few months. Let’s make this the best semester yet!