Principal's Message

Dear Marley Families,

I can't believe that we are entering the month of March already. That means that Spring is right around the corner. Each day, Mr. McCoy and I are amazed by the performance levels of our Marley Mustangs. This past month we have been learning what it means to "productively struggle" through some math problems, when they require multiple steps and reasoning skills. Students have had opportunities to collaborate with each other, and engage in high levels of discourse as they explain their thinking to both students and teachers. In literacy, students have been using their reading skills while learning information about the world around us.

As we begin to prepare for the 2025-2026 school year, we are seeking parent input and parent involvement to support students' overall social, emotional and academic achievement. This Friday, March 7th come to the Parent Advisory Council Meeting to find out more information about how you can contribute to the Marley Community. (see flyer below) Can't make it this week, look for more information coming soon about additional opportunities. We are seeking parents, caretakers and community partners as stakeholders during the upcoming school improvement process.

AACPS Mobile Apps

AACPS has helpful resources for the AACPS app including Rooms. The videos below show how to download and set up the app, and the links below are info/support pages:

Mobile app: https://www.aacps.org/o/aacps/page/mobile-app

Rooms: https://www.aacps.org/o/aacps/page/rooms-support

AACPS Student Device Loaner Program

Registration for the AACPS Student Device Loaner Program, which provides a device to students that need a device to support learning at home, is now available. If approved for participation in the program, students will be assigned a Chromebook that will need to be transported back and forth between home and school as it will be used by the student throughout the school day. Complete information about the program can be found at www.aacps.org/deviceloanerprogram.

In partnership,

Mrs. Brady

Principal

Marley Elementary hosted their Thirteenth Annual Variety Show on Thursday, February 27th, 2025. A special thank you to Mr. Thompson, Ms. Collins, Ms. Shandrowsky, and all of the other staff who volunteered to make this possible. Additionally, thank you to the families, students, and community members who came to support our talented, hard-working students! Please check out some of the pictures below of our talented Mustang students and staff!

Marley Elementary School will host Expert Day on Friday, March 28, 2025. Do you have a skill or a trade that you would like to share with students? We are in need of volunteers to be able to ensure a successful event for our students.

Please contact Mrs. Burnham and Ms. West via email or call 410 424-3200 to find out more information and to sign up.

kburnham@aacps.org

hwest@aacps.org

Early Childhood and School Readiness

The registration date for Pre Kindergarten and Kindergarten is quickly approaching. At Marley we have 4 Year Old Pre Kindergarten and Kindergarten available for students; however, you may enroll your 3 and 4 year old children for the opportunity to attend at any of our AACPS sites.

Kindergarten enrollment will begin on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.

3 & 4 Year Old Pre Kindergarten will open on May 6, 2025.

Visit the AACPS website here to find out more information.

Early Childhood Education & School Readiness

Have questions? Please contact Mrs. Ealey or Mrs. Woods who can assist you further.

pealey@aacps.org

klwoods2@aacps.org

Attendance Information

February Attendance Totals:

Pre Kindergarten- 87.35%

Kindergarten- 89.20%

First Grade-90.68%

Second Grade-89.71%

Third Grade-89.71%

Fourth Grade-90.36%

Fifth Grade-91.42%

Did You Know?

Please consider the following when you are scheduling appointments that require a late arrival or early dismissal:

-If your child arrives after 11:21 they are considered absent 1/2 day.

-If your child leaves before 1:45 pm they are considered absent 1/2 day.

#EveryDayCountsAtMarley

PTA News & Information

President - Quintunya Chapman-Hamilton

Secretary - Sarah Fields

Treasurer- Daisy Hernandez

Contact Informtion: marleyespta@gmail.com

Have you joined the PTA? If not please complete the form and return as soon as possible. Payment can be received cash, check or Zelle.

PTA Membership Form

Calendar of Events

March 3: Maryland Integrated Science Assessment (Grade 5) Begins

March 3-7: Read Across America/Spirit Week

March 7: 8:00-9:45 Parent Advisory Council/ Parent Classroom Visitations - Sign up HERE.

March 10-14: Nicotene Free Week

March 11: 8:45 - 9:45 Mini-Mustang Library Event - Sign up HERE.

March 13: Spring Picture Day

March 13: Wipe out the Cobwebs - Sign up HERE.

March 18: Unity Day/Two Hour Early Dismissal

March 21: Grade 4 Field Trip Arlington Echo (Permission slips are due March 7)

March 27 & 28: Two Hour Early Dismissal

March 28: 8:30 am - 12 pm Expert Day - Sign up HERE.

Trait of the Month: Fairness

To be fair and just in delaing with everyone; treat everyone equally

Also, be sure to take a moment to consider signing up for Expert Day. Do you have a career or hobby you would like to share with students. Reach out to Mrs. Burnham or Ms. West.

Health Room Tidbit

Please call the health room to inform them of any health concerns such as food allergies, asthma, or any conditions that require your student to take medication.

Next week, we will be celebrating Read Across America Week to celebrate literacy. All grade levels are accepting guest readers. Please take a moment to sign up using the links below. We will also celebrate by participating in a Spirit Week.

Pre-K - Pre-K Sign-up Link

K- Kindergarten Sign-up Link

1st- First Grade Sign-Up Link

2nd - Second Grade Sign-Up Link

3rd- Third Grade Sign-Up Link

4th - Fourth Grade Sign-Up Link

5th - Fifth Grade Sign-Up Link