Marion Math, Science, and Technology Magnet

Attention MSD Parents: The following is the newest change to the mask policy. This amended policy was approved by the board last Thursday night and is in line with the current mask directive by the ADH. "Masks with valves are not allowed. Bandanas and single-layer neck gaiters (a form of mask made 2 out of stretchy, moisture-wicking fabric that is worn around the neck and pulled up over the nose and mouth) may not provide sufficient protection and are strongly discouraged. Bandanas and gaiters may be doubled to provide two layers of protection." As always, thank you for your continued support of the Marion School District.

Flu Clinic Dates:

Savvas Realize (our online curriculum for math and science) was experiencing technical difficulties preventing teachers and students from logging into the program. Savvas technical department has resolved the problem, and you will need to login and try to access your account. Thank you for your patience.

9/18/20 Weekly COVID-19 Update: Staff reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 0 Staff quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 0 Students reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 1 Students quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 28 Total staff positive for COVID-19 since 7/24/20: 13 Total staff quarantined due to exposure since 7/24/20: 17 Total students positive for COVID-19 since 7/15/20: 16 Total students quarantined due to exposure since 7/15/20: 109 We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

Another week is in the books. Another round of fabulous students handled the morning announcements. Thank you students! MST is proud to have you in our halls.

Each week in Ms. Barnes's class, a student is named "Wizard of the Week". This week that student is Lasean Campbell. Keep up the great work!

These were our super sellers from our fundraiser last spring. Each one of them sold more than 25 items! The prizes finally arrived and each took home a kindle fire for their hard work. Some of our super sellers included virtual students who are not pictured and a few who were absent today. To all of our super sellers, WAY TO GO!

ATTENTION PATRIOT NATION: Please review the attached documents from the MSD Nursing Department.

Dear MST Parent of K-2 Virtual Student: Arkansas requires each student in grades K-2 to be assessed several times a year. The window for fall testing is currently open. Your student is required to take Renaissance Star and Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIBELS). The Renaissance Star assessment can be administered at home, but the DIBELS needs to be face to face with a certified teacher if possible. Please fill out the attached form to let Marion School District know if you will be administering the Renaissance Star assessment at home to your student or if you would like to bring your child to campus after hours for a Marion School District employee to administer both the Renaissance Star and DIBELS assessments. If you choose to administer the Renaissance Star at home, we ask that you read the administration requirements set by the Arkansas Department of Education and stop by the MSD central office at 200 Manor Street to sign the parent security agreement form. This form needs to be submitted no later than Monday, September 21st at noon. Arrangements will then need to be made for DIBELS testing if you choose to administer the Renaissance Star at home. A Marion School District employee will contact you to make arrangements for DIBELS testing. If you have any questions email Jonnett Gammill at jgammill@msd3.org. Click here to fill out the testing form https://forms.gle/YBKMNZvTVW8i8tEe6 Click here to the Parent Testing document explaining the requirements. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1b94_O--MPAyubAQoudgxNkYj0IixReQQ/view?usp=sharing Click here to the Family Guide for testing. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HgP4kPEgqTLuWdNsx1DqvCLbU6dqB7lp/view Click here to the parent video of instruction on how to give the test. https://adesandbox.arkansas.gov/iframe?v=ZjM3ZmFmMGVhNzc5NjBhNmIwNjgzODBjNDM1NDRmNTg Click here for instructions and information for the day of testing. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bi_Onal03_djv9A-5Tx9NlMdOyF51cDI/view?usp=sharing Click here to the map of drop off and pick up locations. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bv_-PkFqGXESHTBf37jdEibrXbQY_nHU/view?usp=sharing

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Lauren Kennedy‘s 5th grade class at MST read a book about features and what makes people unique. The book was used to help inspire their writing - what makes the students unique and special. Students then wrote about their selected features.

9-14-20 The Marion School District received notification of a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 concerning one of our student-athletes in the MJHS 9th grade football program. The positive case has been reported to the Arkansas Department of Health. In addition, all identified close contacts to the positive case have been notified and are following the quarantine orders set forth by the ADH. For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly. We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

9/11/20 Marion School District received notification of 3 positive cases of COVID-19 this afternoon. One of the cases is a virtual only student and has had no campus contact. The positive cases have been reported to the Arkansas Department of Health. In addition, all identified close contacts to the positive cases have been notified and are following the quarantine orders set forth by the ADH. For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly. Weekly COVID-19 Update: Staff reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 1 Staff quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 1 Students reported positive for COVID-19 this week: 3 Students quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 this week: 62 (51 from school exposure/11 from home exposures) Total staff positive for COVID-19 since 7/24/20: 13 Total staff quarantined due to exposure since 7/24/20: 17 Total students positive for COVID-19 since 7/15/20: 15 Total students quarantined due to exposure since 7/15/20: 81 We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

We have had so many great helpers this week! Here is a look at all of the wonderful faces who led our announcements. These students include Jayden Lucas, Jaden Robinson, Reginald Jones, Allison Selvy, Avery Ballard, Myron McDonald, Kemiyah Pledge and Jakayla Willis. Great job!

Today, we want to give a HUGE shoutout to our principal! She loves our students and faculty and does so much for all of us. She works tirelessly to make MST the best it can be. MST loves you Mrs. Weimer! You're the real MVP.

9/10/20 Marion School District received notification of a positive case of COVID-19, involving one of our school buses, this afternoon. The positive case has been reported to the Arkansas Department of Health. In addition, all identified close contacts to the positive case have been notified and are following the quarantine orders set forth by the ADH. For the privacy of all students and staff, Marion School District will not be sharing any personal information publicly. We remain firmly committed to providing a safe environment and will follow the guidance provided by the Arkansas Department of Health, CDC, and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

All orders and money for MST shirts and gear are due THIS FRIDAY, September 11th. You can also purchase through the following link until Friday. https://stores.inksoft.com/marion_school_district/shop/home

Just a reminder of upcoming flu shots next month! 10/12/2020: MST 10/13/2020: Central Office, MHS, and ALE 9-12 10/23/2020: VPA, MJHS (8-9th grade) 10/26/2020: HCGC, MJHS 7th grade, K-8 ALE -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

In an effort to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus within our staff and student body, we are asking all parents/guardians, and all employees to notify our designated Point of Contact immediately when the following occurs: Student, staff member, or someone in the household tests positive for COVID-19. Student/staff member identified as a "Close Contact" to a positive case of COVID-19 requiring quarantine, and/or recommended to be tested for COVID-19. Student/staff member being tested for COVID-19. Student/staff should remain in quarantine pending results of their COVID-19 test. Please call Kelly Fogleman at 901-401-0265 or email information to msd.covid19@gmail.com Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Together, we can help keep our Marion School District family safe, healthy, and ready to learn during this unique time. -- Kelly Fogleman, BSN, RN, NCSN School Health Coordinator 870-739-5140 (office) kfogleman@msd3.org

Hello Patriots! To clarify any potential misunderstandings regarding MSD device distributions, devices were given to MSD students whose original survey data indicated the need for a school-issued device to support virtual learning. Unfortunately, with our last round of distribution we have exhausted our supply of devices available for student use. Marion School District, like thousands of school districts across the country, are awaiting the arrival of more than $600,000 worth of new devices. Upon arrival of the additional devices, parents of students who remain on the waiting list will be notified for pick-up. Please note that in the interim a cell phone can be used to access both Seesaw and Google Classroom learning platforms. If you have not yet registered and would like to be added to the device waiting list- please click here --> https://forms.gle/j9tgFcb8VDFDELfh7 Thank you for your continued support. GO PATRIOTS!