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Marguerite E. Small Elementary School

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MES Newsletter 10/17/25

Posted Date: 10/17/25 (04:00 PM)


MES Weekly Update

October 17, 2025

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Important Dates to Note

10/21 & 10/23- Half Day Conferences
Early Education Take Note:
  • Early Education students who are parent pick-up or transported by a private transportation provider will be dismissed at their regular dismissal time of 11:30 a.m.
  • Only students who take the DY buses will remain until 12:10 p.m. and be dismissed with the elementary school buses.
  • K-3 Students: Parent Pick-up Dismissed to Upper and Lower Lots at 12:00 PM 
  • All Buses Dismissed at 12:10 PM


Tennis 4 Life

Grade 3 Tennis4Life Program

There are still some spots left to fill in our Tennis 4 Life Program for 3rd graders! Please let Mrs. Bohl know if you are interested and note the revised start date of 10/28!

Tennis4Life Cape Cod
Marguerite Small – Fall Program for Third Graders

Overview
Tennis is a game that can be enjoyed from a very young age, and all throughout life. Tennis4Life Cape Cod is a non-profit organization working with elementary schools on the Cape to give kids the chance to be exposed to tennis and learn the game as well as its related life skills. 
The program has been developed for third graders and takes place once a week at Marguerite Small in the gymnasium. The one-hour sessions will take place after school on Tuesdays, commencing October 28st. 
Program Details
  • A teaching curriculum created by Tennis 4 Life Cape Cod and Mid Cape Tennis.
  • Teaching ratio of 1 teacher per every 3 students. 
  • The program will be open to the first 21 students/families that sign up for the program. 
  • Rackets and all equipment are provided. And there is no cost for the program.
  • Children are required to wear athletic shoes and should bring a water bottle.
  • 8 Sessions will be held after-school on Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30. Dates are: October 28, November 4/11/18, and December 2/9/16.
  • The final session will be held at Mid Cape Athletic Club on Tuesday December 16th. Details will be provided in early December.
  • Respond directly to Mrs. Bohl to register!
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Save the Date: November 5th!

Our next PTO meeting will be at 5:00pm on November 5th featuring our very own Dennis Yarmouth Superintendent Dr. Marc Smith! (Go Dolphins!) Immediately following, MES will be open to the community for building tours from 5:30-6:30. Please join us!!
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Handbook Highlight: Literacy

Families can positively influence students’ progress towards attaining literacy growth and achievement by:
  • Regularly discussing with your child and monitoring what they have learned from day to day.
  • Keeping in close contact with students’ teachers to discuss students’ progress.
  • Teaching students’ the importance and enjoyment of learning and celebrating accomplishments.
  • Making your child aware of the benefits and importance of reading, writing, and oral expression by ensuring materials are readily available and engaging in literacy activities and experiences.
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Spotlight on Our PBIS Voice Level Chart

Our PBIS Voice Level Chart, displayed throughout classrooms and common areas, helps students understand and manage their voice volume based on the setting—whether it’s a quiet library moment, collaborative group work, or lively recess. Having clear expectations supports a calm, respectful environment where everyone can focus, learn, and feel safe. It also empowers students to self-regulate and communicate appropriately, building positive habits that extend beyond the classroom. Together, we continue to foster a community of respect and responsibility!
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News from Nurse Leslie!

Polished Dental will be at MES Monday 10/27/25 and Wed. Nov. 11/12/25. 
If you haven't signed up your student for services and wish to do so please request a permission form from the school to get signed-up for this service.

Halloween is not celebrated at MES...

Our day, filled with learning and fun, will run as usual on Friday October 31st.

Please join our new Facebook page and follow us on Instagram!

MES has established a new social media page on Facebook and Instagram, and I wanted to provide the links for you to follow along if you’d like! We’ll be sharing school events, student learning and achievements, community engagement and more!

Facebook:


Instagram:

Flyers and Community Event Information

Go to our website and click on the Virtual Backpack link!