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November 22, 2024


Dear Florence Roche Families,

We are heading into a short week with three early release days before the extended holiday weekend.  Monday and Tuesday are early release days for teacher conferences with student dismissal beginning at 12:17pm.  Wednesday is an early release day leading into the Thanksgiving break with dismissal beginning at 12:07.  I hope everyone is able to enjoy this time with family and friends.

Fall teacher conferences are happening now and are scheduled for Monday afternoon and evening and Tuesday afternoon.  Recommendations for a productive conference include preparing your questions in advance.  If possible, share your questions by email with your student’s teacher prior to the conference.  Teachers are prepared to present an overview of your student’s academic and social performance to date.  Having any of your questions in advance will help make the most of your conference time.  

Remember that Wednesday is a schoolwide PJ day as voted on by our school community.  Everyone is welcome to wear their PJ’s or other cozy clothes to show our school spirit.

Grade 4 students learned about fossils through a program run by the Ashfall Fossil Beds National Historical Park.  This virtual field trip is curated through the University of Nebraska. Our students experienced a visit to the fossil beds with an expert guide all from their classroom.  Thank you to the Groton Commissioners of Trust for supporting this virtual field trip.


Congratulations to our grade 1 families for winning the PTA membership drive.  Our first graders enjoyed a hot cocoa treat this afternoon as their prize!


Mark your calendars for the annual PTA Winter Fair scheduled for Saturday, December 7th.  Mr. Wiesner will be leading grade level chorus performances on the stage of the middle school performing arts center throughout the day. 

Last Call for Lost and Found

The lost and found table is getting full.  Please remind your student to check the table for any missing items.  The lost and found table will be moved to the lobby during our conference days, so you can take a look as you pass by.  The lost and found will be cleared out at the Thanksgiving holiday break and any remaining items will be donated.


The Groton Public Library is now displaying all of the bookmark contest entrants’ work.  The Thanksgiving break is a great time to stop by and check out all of their beautiful artwork.

Here is the link to the weekly PTA Newsletter.  Check it out to make sure you are in the know about all of the PTA happenings.

Enjoy the weekend.

Brian