The fourth grade classes under the direction of Ms. Susan Knicely and Mr. Paul Mann presented their annual Veteran's Day Ceremony on November 10th and 11th.  This program is designed  both to honor our Veteran Guests and educate students about Veteran's Day. Each class at Monroe Elementary is now collecting  donations for a care package which will be sent to our servicemen and women currently serving overseas.

This will be the eighth annual Gifts from the Heart food drive. Every year the Monroe School Community joins together to help those in our community who need some assistance during the holidays.
Each grade level will be responsible for donating selected items. The items are to be brought to school and put in marked tubs on Main Street. Collection of items will begin November 30 and end on December 11. The gifts will be distributed on December 16th.

The following are the selected items to be donated by each grade level:

The next session of group counseling will begin in January upon return from winter break. The topic for group counseling beginning in January will be "Anger Busters." Many children benefit from this type of sharing group which focuses on developing skills to help students appropriately express their feelings when angry and frustrated. This group can also enhance self-esteem and interpersonal skills, as well as develop coping strategies for the causes of anger and frustration. Participation in this group is strictly voluntary and based on teacher and/or parent referral. If you are interested in having your child participate in this group, please contact Elizabeth Barger, School Counselor, at 360-0700 ext. 7107 or ebarger@monroelocalschools.com.   All referrals must be received by December 11!

The Monroe Fighting Hornet Marching Band participated in the annual UC band day on September 12, 2009. The band prepared the provided musical selections and was one of several bands that performed during halftime of the University of Cincinnati Bearcats football game. This was a wonderful experience for the students in the marching band and will likely be a traditional yearly event for the group.
On Saturday, September 19, 2009, the Monroe Fighting Hornet marching band participated in the Bishop Fenwick Band contest, "The Force." This was the first contest for most of the band members. The band performed well and may choose to participate in another contest later in the marching season.

ATTENTION GRADES 3-6! The Monroe High School After Prom Committee presents our first Movie Night and Pajama Party! Wear your favorite PJs to school, bring your sleeping bag and pillow, and watch a movie with your friends! All proceeds from this event will benefit the Monroe Senior High School After Prom Party. Parents, please watch for further details to come home with your child.

by Sandy Kalisewicz, Monroe Elementary

It is team time!   Time for the most important team, the educational team with the goal of making your child's school year outstandingly successful. Just as a sports team, make sure your child comes to school with the supplies, equipment needed and the attitude of a winner.

To make sure your child gets off to a good start:  

Monroe's cheer squads attended cheer camp at Ashland University in late July, and brought home a large quantity of trophies, ribbons and honors.

The varsity squad was selected "Camp Champs," winning first place in both the cheer and dance categories. Natalie Combs, Taylor Jones, Taylor Moore, Autumn Turner and Rachel Williams also qualified for the "All American Cheerleader" competition.

The junior varsity squad received a 2nd place in cheer, and the freshman and junior high squads each won first in dance.

JV, freshman and junior high qualifiers for "All American Cheerleader" were: junior Jessica Slezak; sophomore Karli Guido; freshman Abbie Fierman; and 8th graders Raeven Davis and Malea Shinno.

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Mommy and Me Make Music will begin its second year of classes this fall.  Children and caregivers interact in a loving and educational environment while playing a variety of instruments, singing songs, dancing, using props (such as balls, beanbags, and parachutes), and listening to stories.  Instructor Jodi Williams, a board-certified music therapist and mother of two small children, uses each musical activity to address social, cognitive, communication, physical, and developmental skills.  Classes are offered in two Monroe locations.  Free trial classes will be offered in August and September.  Please visit the website for dates and registration information.  www.MommyAndMeMakeMusic.com

Preschool Openings!!!

Royal Redeemer Christian Preschool is committed to providing a quality program of Christian education and growth for young children in Liberty Township and the surrounding communities and is entering its 10^th year of operation!!

We are a state licensed, non-denominational preschool for 3, 4, and 5 year old children. Our school offers a warm, loving environment that provides a safe place for young children to gather, learn and practice skills necessary for their formal school career.

submitted by Bob Miller

The Monroe Athletic Hall of Fame Committee is seeking nominations from alumni and Hornet fans.  Monroe High School has produced many outstanding athletes over the years and we need to recognize these individuals for their athletic accomplishments throughout their high school careers. 

 The HOF Standing Committee knows that many grandparents, parents, children, grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews or friends deserve to be nominated for consideration to be inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame.  You must start the process by completing a nomination form with your particular athlete's name, senior class picture and attaching photocopies of newspaper articles stating their accomplishments.  This can be done by looking through scrapbooks, yearbooks or by going to the library to obtain these articles.  Deadline for the Class of 2009 nominations is August 31, 2009.