Our class had an amazing time on our field trip to the pumpkin patch! Students explored the patch, picked out their favorite pumpkins, and enjoyed a day full of fall fun. We played games, laughed with friends, and made wonderful memories together. It was the perfect way to celebrate the season!
You did an amazing job bringing the theme "Life is a Puzzle, Solve it Drug Free" to life with your creativity and vibrant colors. Your commitment to a healthy, drug-free life is inspiring!
We're so proud of all our young artists and their powerful anti-drug messages. Keep making great choices!
#MES #MemorialElementary #RedRibbonWeek #LifeIsAPuzzle #DrugFreeKids #GreatChoices
Here in Highlands County, we are celebrating the incredible achievements and innovative spirit of our students. Our elementary gifted students have been exploring this year's hands-on curriculum, "The Carnival of Creativity."
Building Skills for the Future
Our students are engaging in hands-on, collaborative projects that focus on their intellectual growth and the development of critical academic skills:
STEAM & Design Challenges: Students are tackling real-world, carnival-themed STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) challenges. They are applying the engineering design process and using math and science concepts to create a variety of products.
Building Resilience: A key focus is on developing perseverance and a growth mindset. These challenges are intentionally complex, giving students a safe space to practice problem-solving, learn from setbacks, and build grit.
Innovation and Leadership: Through teamwork, students are honing their critical and creative thinking abilities, practicing leadership skills, and developing real-world problem-solving strategies.
Thanks again,
Memorial Elementary School
🧩 Red Ribbon Week is HERE ! 🎉
Join us October 27–31 as we celebrate being drug free with a week full of fun spirit days, bright colors, and positive vibes! 💪❤️
Monday: Wear your favorite sports team attire – Team up against drugs and bullying
Tuesday: Wear RED – We stand united against drugs and bullying
Wednesday: Wear pajamas – Don’t get caught sleeping, stay away from drugs and bullying
Thursday: Wear NEON – Glow with goals, not with drugs and bullying
Friday: Wear a costume – Trick or Treat, don’t be tricked by drugs and bullying
💙 Theme: Life is a puzzle, solve it drug free!
#RedRibbonWeek #MemorialElementary #DrugFreeLooksLikeMe #MESPiratePride
Our students have been learning all about fitness and the heart — discovering why keeping our hearts strong is so important! ❤️
We’ve been hard at work at our fitness circuit stations, focusing on cardio, agility, endurance, and strength — and our students have really been giving it their all!
Our Kindergarten friends had an absolute blast using the giant parachute 🌈, while our 3rd–5th graders have been preparing for their upcoming fitness testing in November. Meanwhile, our K–2 students have kicked off a new soccer unit ⚽, practicing their dribbling, passing, and teamwork skills.
It’s been a month full of movement, laughter, and learning — and we’re so proud of how our Patriots are growing stronger every day! 🇺🇸💥
#PatriotPride #PhysicalEducation #HeartHealthy #ActiveKids #TeamWork
Our amazing team enjoyed a yummy lunch and got creative by participating in a fun team pumpkin decorating challenge! 🎃 The results were spectacular! This is what teamwork looks like! Now it’s the students' turn—they’ll be casting their votes for the winning design! We are so proud of the passion and spirit our staff brings to our school! ❤️ #MemorialElementary #StaffAppreciation #Teamwork #LearningIsFun #WeAreMemorial
This funding will provide exciting new resources that will enrich the learning experience for her students at Memorial Elementary. We look forward to seeing the innovative ways Mrs. Brown puts this grant to use! Thank you to the HCEF for supporting our classroom! 🍎 #MemorialElementary #TeachersRock #HighlandsCountyEducationFoundation #NewResources
Who says learning isn't delicious? 😋
Memorial Elementary's Kindergarten scientists had a blast and a tasty snack today exploring plant parts! We didn't just learn about the parts—we ate a whole plant! 🌱
Roots: Crunchy Carrots 🥕
Stem: Sturdy Celery
Leaves: Super Spinach 🥬
Flower: Beautiful Broccoli 🥦
Seeds: Salty Sunflower Seeds
It was a fantastic, hands-on lesson about where our food comes from! Check out our future botanists below! 👇 #KindergartenScience #MemorialElementary #LearningIsFun #EdibleEducation
🧩 Red Ribbon Week is almost here! 🎉
Join us October 27–31 as we celebrate being drug free with a week full of fun spirit days, bright colors, and positive vibes! 💪❤️
Monday: Wear your favorite sports team attire – Team up against drugs and bullying
Tuesday: Wear RED – We stand united against drugs and bullying
Wednesday: Wear pajamas – Don’t get caught sleeping, stay away from drugs and bullying
Thursday: Wear NEON – Glow with goals, not with drugs and bullying
Friday: Wear a costume – Trick or Treat, don’t be tricked by drugs and bullying
💙 Theme: Life is a puzzle, solve it drug free!
#RedRibbonWeek #MemorialElementary #DrugFreeLooksLikeMe #MESPiratePride
School pictures are ready!
To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account using your student's student ID number.
All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card.
More about the Smilesafe program here.
Thank you!
Get ready for Hat and Crocs Day at Memorial Elementary School! 👒🩴
On Friday, October 24th, students can wear their favorite hat and Crocs for just $2 to support our PTO fundraiser.
Let’s show off our school spirit while helping raise funds for our amazing programs! 💙❤️🤍
#MemorialElementary #PatriotPride #PTOFundraiser
They enjoyed a cozy PJ Day and a fun PBIS Bash complete with a popcorn and candy corn fall trail mix and a movie! 🍿🍬🎬
We’re so proud of their hard work and dedication—what a great way to celebrate success together! 💙❤️🤍
#MemorialElementary #PatriotPride #PBIS #AttendanceMatters
Students in fifth grade have been working hard in art on their Kids Tag Art entries! The deadline to turn in tag art is Thursday 10/16, and parents need to send in order forms and payment by Monday 10/20.
Who will our winners be?
Here are some of the finished tags, and I will add more pictures to the comments as they are turned in. 🌟
A quick heads-up for all Memorial Elementary parents!
Thursday, October 16th is an early release day. Students will be dismissed at 12:00 PM (noon).
There is NO SCHOOL on Friday, October 17th.
Please make arrangements for your student's early pickup on Thursday and enjoy the long weekend!
Have a great week!
#MemorialElementary #EarlyRelease #NoSchool #ParentReminder #SchoolNews
Our school Read-A-Thon begins on Monday October 20, 2025 and is sure to be a fun and exciting event.
We understand that your time is valuable. We also know that providing the best education for your child is important. That's why we are encouraging everyone to activate their student's Read-A-Thon account as soon as possible. The instructions are straightforward, making it quick and hassle-free, and it should take less than 5 minutes of your time.
Watch a short video to see how to signup your reader:
https://youtu.be/12tmuXH8zCg
This account will serve as a hub for recording and monitoring your child's progress as a Reader in the event, and for you to share their Read-A-Thon message with friends and family. Use the link below to activate your student's Reader account:
https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/SqRHRx/1?utm=email
Thank you so much for your participation and support. Together, we can make this Read-A-Thon an amazing experience for our young readers!
Last week in math, we’ve been learning all about arrays to help us understand multiplication — and our 3rd graders took the learning home!
I asked students to find arrays around their house (like egg cartons, window panes, or cereal boxes) and take pictures to share. 🏠🔢
They did an amazing job spotting arrays everywhere! I love seeing how excited they are to connect math to the real world. 💛
Keep up the great work, 3rd graders — you’re becoming array experts! 🌟
— Mrs. Valles 🍎
#MemorialElementary #StudentArtists #ArtEducation #CreativeKids #MESProud
