Today's spotlight is on influenza! Please click on the graphics to open to full size.
PLEASE REMEMBER- this is informational only. If you have questions or concerns specific to your child, please contact their healthcare provider!
As you might be aware, we are in the middle of "sick season." We'll be sharing some information regarding some common illnesses.
PLEASE REMEMBER- this is informational only. If you have questions or concerns specific to your child, please contact their healthcare provider!
This week, we are spotlighting our fantastic 4th grade team! Meet Mrs. Boyer, Mrs. Keller, and Mrs. Perie. Stay tuned for more great teams at Monroe!
The Casey-Westfield Band will be having a Band Binga on Sunday, February 9th at Casey-Westfield High School in Casey. Tickets are $15.00 per person for 15 games and may be purchased from High School and Junior High Band members or by calling the High School at 217-932-2175. The doors will open at 12:30 p.m. People may come and eat lunch at the High School before the games begin. Games will begin at 1:30 p.m. There will be prizes from vendors like:
J&K Mitchell
Mary Kay
Mia Bella Salon
Casey Coffee
Area Banks
Westfield Graphics
Richard’s Farm
Casey’s
Rock Hounds
L&L virtual video
OP Design
Greenup IGA
Sloan Implement
Birkey’s Farm Store
Several downtown businesses and many more
In addition, door prizes will be handed out from local merchants between games. There will also be a 50/50 drawing and other prize drawings. Menu items include:
Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Hot Dogs
Ribeye sandwiches
Pork burgers
Chips
Cookies
Pop, Bottled Water
Introducing the Class of 2031 -Tim Burton style! Tim Burton is a movie animator and producer for many popular movies including Nightmare Before Christmas and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Students had to create a self portrait mimicking his characterizations. They were to add a personal touch to the piece as well.
Always a favorite project-weaving and textiles! The 4th grade students have began their radial weaving designs. Over and under on repeat!
This week in the ZONE Room we are reviewing our Zones of Regulation. This framework is a strategy used to help children learn how to self-regulate their emotions and bodies.
*Blue Zone: a state of low alertness or low energy
*Green Zone: a calm, focused, and alert state where a person is able to learn, interact positively, and is considered to be in a regulated state of mind
*Yellow Zone: a state of heightened alertness and more intense emotions, where a person is still able to maintain some control
*Red Zone: a state of intense emotions and heightened alertness, a person has more difficulty managing these feelings or emotions
Try asking your child this week what Zone they might be in.
Penelope Boyd is a 2nd grade student in Mrs. Ritter's class and has quickly shown she has a way with color! Check out some of her great art work this year.
"Penelope is always excited and interested in each project. She takes her time and chooses color placement carefully! I'm always excited to see what she comes up with." Mrs. Kusterman
HELP WANTED:
Casey-Westfield Junior/Senior High School for the 2024 Spring Season:
2 JH Track Coaches: Practices may begin on March 3rd and end on May 16th and 17th. The stipend is 9% for the Head JH Coach and 6% for the Assistant Coach of the first-year base for all certified staff members.
HS Boys Tennis: Practices may begin on March 3rd, and the season ends on May 31st. The stipend is 10% of the first-year base for all certified employees.
If you are interested in these open positions, please send an email expressing your interest to james.sullivan@caseywestfield.org
❄️ All about snowflakes! ❄️ Collaborative work creating detailed snowflakes with sticks and shapes.
Due to the inclement weather, Monroe Elementary will NOT have After School Care today, Jan. 10, 2025. If you need to make special arrangements for your student(s), please call the Monroe office as quickly as possible.
Casey-Westfield schools will be in session tomorrow. We will run a normal schedule. Some rural roads could be patchy, and Buses could run behind, so expect delays. Students who drive should allow themselves additional time to drive safely. Thank you.
This week, Miss Bishop’s 5th grade Math classes made cookies in a jar! Students measured out and combined ingredients in mason jars, copied instructions on how to prepare their cookies, and took their jars home to enjoy over Christmas break! 🍪 🎅🏼 🎄
Mrs. Sackrider's class is wrapping up their fun filled gingerbread week with making gingerbread houses. All the students had a great time and had some wonderful masterpieces.
At Monroe Elementary, we believe that consistent attendance is key to academic success and building lifelong habits of responsibility. Each school day is filled with opportunities to learn, grow, and connect with peers, and every missed day is a missed chance to excel. Ensuring that your child attends school regularly helps foster a sense of commitment and dedication that will benefit them throughout their lives.
We are proud to recognize the students who achieved Perfect Attendance during the first semester! This accomplishment reflects their dedication to learning and their families’ commitment to prioritizing education. Congratulations to the following students! Look through all photos for individual names by grade level.
Thank you for supporting your child’s journey toward success! Let’s continue to aim for great attendance throughout the rest of the school year.
Mrs. Evans' 2nd graders have been learning about different types of buildings in science and tried their hand at building some made of paper. The first challenge was to build the tallest structure. The second challenge was to build one that was strong enough to hold a book.
Mrs. Robinson's class had a blast making gingerbread houses today!
It's beginning to look like Christmas break is near as lots of amazing artwork is heading home!
Ho-ho-ho! The CWHS Choir is delivering Christmas cheer with festive Grams! Mr. Puyear was the first to receive a jolly surprise.
This piece has been chosen by Mrs. Kusterman for outstanding technique and skill! The artist, Gabby Duvall, is a 4th graders student in Mrs. Keller's class. "Gabby is very dedicated to her art assignments! She takes her time and focuses on the techniques learned in class. I always look forward to her finished pieces."
