What are families saying about Marshall?
What I am grateful for is how the teachers and staff know me by name, greet me with enthusiasm, their acknowledgement of me has helped me come out of my shell more to truely express who I am, and their presence has made a postive change in my life. I am thankful for their dedication to not only to me but my fellow classmates. I may not be able to share verbally my thoughts and emotions but my father has seen the change in me and it makes him proud to have a Mustang child. My dad is thankful also for the teachers and staff even though they don't know what struggles we had to endure in the past but he knows every single one of them has helped me be the person my dad knew I am and he couldn't ask for a better school full of wonderful humans to entrust his child's education and growth with. ~ Aliana Agee (CrossCat)
I’m grateful my son was able to go to my elementary school before moving. I’m grateful for Marshall’s hardworking, kind and visionary principal, educators and staff. I’m grateful for Marshall’s place in and commitment to the Flagstaff community. Thank you for all you do for our children. ~ Emilia Anderson
We are grateful for a safe, loving environment with passionate and caring staff and teachers. We love the STEAM approach to education at Marshall that develops the whole child and provides a well rounded education. We are grateful for the free meals provided to all students thank you!!! ~Anonymous
Thank you, Tr. Jude, for all your help, not only as our librarian and our Marshall tech expert, but for your willingness to jump in a help students and staff, lead RTI groups, and for all your care for students who need an encouraging word, a break, a moment to reset, and just about anything else. Thanks for all you do for our Marshall Mustangs! You are important and we see you! ~Anonymous
I am grateful for Marshall's positive environment! It really makes a difference and makes you want to come to work. :) I am continually impressed by how everyone steps up and shows support for one another. I feel genuine care from others every day at Marshall! ~ Anonymous
The Flagstaff Unified School District (FUSD) is excited to invite you to a series of facilitated discussions to help shape the future of the current Marshall Elementary School and site. With the new Marshall Elementary set to open in Fall 2025, now is the perfect time to re-imagine how this space can serve the evolving needs of our district and community.
Discussion Dates and Details:
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 | 6:30 - 8 p.m. | Flagstaff High School Commons
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 | 6:30 - 8 p.m. | Flagstaff High School Commons
Let’s create a space that addresses the district’s needs and reflects the shared values and aspirations of our community.
We look forward to seeing you there!
New School FF&E - Finalizing furniture! Be in the know! We are in the final approval process for ALL Furniture in the new school. Please take a look at your area and if you have any questions you must talk with your teacher champion or Mrs. Christina (who has been at EVERY meeting with me)!!!!! THANK YOU, it is a lot! Any change requests must be made by Tuesday, Nov. 26!
FUSD has joined the CommunityShare network which connects inspiring parents and community members with educators so we can provide more real-world learning opportunities in our district’s classrooms. CommunityShare allows individuals to become a mentor, guest speaker, real-world project collaborator, internship host, and more for PK-12 students in our district. It's like a giant human library, matching their background, skills, and interests with the needs of students and educators. Informational flyer are attached and her is a link to a short video.
We hosted an informational webinar for teachers on October 2 - recording is HERE. Educators can create their profile and post a project at CommunityShare - FUSD. Through generous donations from district partners, the FUSD Foundation is offering a $200 honorarium to the first 25 FUSD teachers who post a project on CommunityShare. We already have projects posted on the network related to mapping uranium mines, coding, interviews with WWII veterans, and sustainability.
Child Exploitation in Northern AZ: What Educators Need to Know
Michelle Rucker, Director of Human Trafficking Services at Northland Family Help Center and Chair of the Flagstaff Initiative Against Trafficking will be discussing human trafficking and child exploitation crimes. Attendees will receive an in-depth overview of these crimes, how they present in our region, local trends, and risk factors. The role of school personnel in identifying and supporting students with current or past experiences of exploitation will be discussed. Reporting and prevention resources will also be provided.
There will be two identical one-hour sessions offered. The times are geared towards Elementary and Secondary release times.
Wednesday December 4th.
Secondary Staff: 3:15-4:15 at the FRC Main Training Room
Elementary Staff: 4:15-5:15 at the FRC Main Training Room
One (1) hour of Salary Advancement is available for this training.
The courses are open for registration at:
Secondary Staff - Child Exploitation in Northern Arizona: What Educators Need to Know
Elementary Staff - Child Exploitation in Northern Arizona: What Educators Need to Know
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The FUSD Salary Advancement Information has been updated for 2024 and can be reviewed on the Salary Advancement Information Webpage (FUSD staff must be signed into the website with their FUSD login credentials to access this page).
Although all SA submissions forms and required evidence (for eligible professional learning completed from January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024) must be submitted to the Frontline system by 1/31/23 it is best to submit requests as the eligible activity is completed, rather than waiting until the end to make the submissions.
K-5 Literacy Endorsement
Any coursework toward the acquisition of the AZ Elementary Certification required K-5 Literacy Endorsement is not eligible for salary advancement compensation (beginning with the 2023-24 school year). FUSD will be honoring staff members for obtaining this endorsement, that is required by 2028 in order to be/remain certified to teach grades K-5, by providing a one-time completion bonus of $1,250 upon the receipt of one's endorsement.
United Way Message from Mr. Penca
Please take a few minutes to learn more about the many ways United Way is providing a helping hand in your community. FUSD's workplace campaign began November 13, and runs through December 8.
Being a part of the campaign is easy! All you have to do is CLICK HERE to pledge your support. You can choose the amount and option that best suits your needs including payroll deductions (beginning with the first payroll in January 2024), credit/debit card, or bill later. Please join me in making a difference in our communities through being United with Purpose.
Thank you!
Coming up
Thanksgiving Luncheon
Kindergarten 10:30am-11:00am
First Grade 11:00am-11:30am
Second Grade 11:30am-12:00pm
Third Grade 12:00pm-12:30pm
Fourth Grade 12:30pm-1:00pm
Fifth Grade 1:00pm-1:30pm
- December 12th early dismissal for all to work on standards reports
- Specials grades are due December 20th by 12:00PM (End of quarter 2)
- Attendance rollover: December 20th at 12:00PM
- Gradebook closes Friday, January 10th - Please "Mark All Complete" by 5:00PM - Please email Lynette Hammit for any changes after this point.
Professional Development Plan for 2024/25 (<-click)
Nov 26 Family Fall Harvest Luncheon
Nov 26 Beam Signing Ceremony
Nov 27-29 Thanksgiving Break
Dec 4 Choir FCSC Night of Hope
Dec 4 Marshall Site discussion at FHS
Dec 12 Early Release 12:45pm
Dec 12 4-6 Staff Holiday Partye
Dec 13 Spelling Bee
Dec 18 Performing Arts & Craft Night
Dec 23 - Jan 3 Winter Break
Jan 10 District Collaboration PD
Jan 20 MLKjr Day
Jan 22 Marshall Site discussion at FHS
Feb 1 Choir to Mesa!
Feb 1 County Spelling Bee
Feb 13 Grade Level Family Night
Feb 17 Presidents' Day
March 5-7 Family Conf
March 10-14 Spring Break
April 4 Bridges Training 1-3pm
April 21 Snow make up #1
May 5-9 Teacher Appreciation Week
May 9 Snow make up #2
May 14 Carnival
