December 2022

  Note from the Principal...

So many great things happened at Meachem in the month of November. Our students raised monies for cancer research, donated non-perishable goods for Thanksgiving, and our students received a free pair of gloves and a hat.

Thank you to all the parents that are abiding by our visiting policy and signing in when entering the building.  Keeping your children safe at school is our number one priority. 

Please continue to support our Schoolwide Expectations on being Peaceful, Productive, Healthy and Happy.  Talking to your child about school expectations is a great way to reinforce appropriate school behaviors. 

We would love you to stay connected with us at Meachem.  We have a Meachem Facebook  page and a SCSD Meachem page.  Also, we send home information through School Messenger (emails, texts, and robo calls) and Talking Points.  Don't forget to contact the school if you have not been receiving messages, 315-435-4610.

Raising Money for Cancer Research

The 4th grade students were challenged in the month of November to raise money for cancer research.  Mr. Lamon challenged them to raise $100; if they reached their goal he promised to dye his beard any color that they wanted.  At the end of November not only did he dye his beard, they surpassed their goal and raised $403, but they also had a representative from the Upstate Medical Foundation come to speak with them all on where their money is going.  

Annual Wladis Hat and Glove Giveaway

Each year students receive a hat and a pair of gloves at our Annual Wladis Hat and Gloves Giveaway Event.  This year Meachem had 2 representatives from Berkshire come to support handing out the items to our students.  If you are in need of any winter clothes items, please contact the main office and let us know.  

 

Spirit Week

Our student council members created this month's spirit week.  It will take place the week of December 19th. 

November Food Drive

During the month of November we accepted donations of food to help provide Thanksgiving dinner to 10 local families.  All of the food was donated to Meachem families, as well as a turkey.  Thank you to everyone who contributed.  

December's Life Skill: Empathy

Each month Meachem has a different life skill to support character education.  On Monday, the students watch a video about the life skill and have discussions around it at Morning Meeting each day.  

This month's life skill is 'Empathy.'  Empathy means feeling or understanding how someone else feels.   When a student is empathic it helps them get along with others, which allows for strong relationships and more focus on learning. 

PAX Leaders of the Week

Each week classroom teachers choose one student per grade level that exhibit PAX characteristics of being 'Peaceful, Productive, Healthy and Happy' while they are here at Meachem.  This award is given to students that consistently follow the Meachem expectations and to students that show significant improvements in following expectations.  The PAX leader is recognized each Monday at our school-wide morning assembly and is celebrated throughout the week.  

Week of October 31st	Week of November 14th	Week of November 21st
K- Kannon G.  1st- Amollia M. 2nd -Xavie C 3rd -Charlotte H.  4th - Edward R.  5th - Leonardo F.	K- Amelia K. 1st- More'Lz T. 2nd -Emily V. 3rd - Journey G. 4th- Dakota R. 5th- Justin S.  Specials- Jai'ari M.	K- Jerkara S. 1st- Naimaya C. 2nd -Kaydence G. 3rd - Kaia A. 4th- Narae G. 5th- Kimberly C. Specials- Ebony M.

Cold Weather Outerwear

If you have any outerwear that your child has outgrown, please consider donating items to Meachem. We are always in need- especially snow pants!

The cooler weather is upon us! Please keep in mind that our students will continue to go outside for recess. If the temperature is 20 degrees Fahrenheit or above, recess can take place outside. If the temperature is below 20 degrees Fahrenheit (this includes factoring in the WINDCHILL), recess will be indoors. Students should always have appropriate clothing for the weather: Coat, boots, snow pants, hat, and gloves.

Also, please remember to label your child's cold weather clothing. 

Meachem Spirit Wear

Don't forget every Friday is Meachem Spirit Wear Day to communicate how much we care about our Meachem Community.

Caught Being Kind Cards

Each day at Meachem we celebrate kindness on the morning announcements.  The teachers recognize students that are 'caught' doing random acts of kindness with a 'Caught Being Kind' card.  Please ask your child if they have been recognized yet!

Attendance Reminder

In order for your child to get everything they need at school they need to be here everyday, all day (unless they are sick).  Our school day is from 9:20- 3:35, our doors open at 9:05.  Please make sure you are doing your best to get your child here everyday.  

Every student, every day, never late it's the Meachem way!

From the Main Office

Please call the main office when your contact information changes so we can update it on School Tool, 315-435-4610.

Important Dates:

Friday, December 9th: Half Day for Students (Dismissal is at 11:50)

Tuesday, December 15th: PTO Meeting (in the Meachem cafeteria) at 5:00

Thursday, December 15th: Winter Concert and Art Show at 6:00

Monday, December 26th- Monday, January 2nd: No School- Holiday Break

Wednesday, January 11th- End of 2nd Marking Period

Monday, January 16th- No School- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Tuesday, January 17th- PTO Meeting (in the Meachem cafeteria) at 5:00

Tuesday, January 17th- Learn to Grown Round 2 at 6:00 (5:30 for pizza)