Mora Elementary School

Dear Parents and Guardians, This letter serves to provide a general overview of our student/parent reunification plan in the event of an emergency at our school(s). Situations that may require reunification include severe weather, power outages, hazardous material incidents, gas leaks, or other critical incidents involving law enforcement. Please note that, depending on the circumstances, reunification may need to occur at an off-campus location to ensure the safety and security of all students and staff. We are committed to keeping you informed and ensuring a smooth process should such an event arise. Detailed instructions, including the designated reunification site (if off-campus), will be provided via our communication channels during an emergency. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our students and school community. Please read the attached Student/Parent Reunification Letter and the attached informational worksheet on Reunification for more information https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ruiFTMSeoJrJwptxqtqkWEu6iPbCEBPl_DjddoHOvGc/edit?usp=sharing

about 2 months ago, Kelly Fischer

TANDARD TM REUNIFICATION METHOD STUDENT/PARENT REUNIFICATION Circumstances may occur at the school that require parents to pick up their students in a formalized, controlled release. This process is called a Reunification and may be necessary due to weather, a power outage, hazmat or if a crisis occurs at the school. The Standard Reunification Method is a protocol that makes this process more predictable and less chaotic for all involved. Because a reunification is not a typical end of school day event, a reunification may occur at a different location than the school a student attends. If this location is another school, then those students may be subject to a controlled release as well. NOTIFICATION Parents may be notified in a number of ways. The school or district may use its broadcast phone or text message system. In some cases, students may be asked to send a text message to their parents. A reunification text message from a student may look something like this: “The school has closed, please pick me up at 3:25 at the main entrance. Bring your ID. “ PARENT/GUARDIAN EXPECTATIONS If a parent or guardian is notified that a reunification is needed, there are some expectations that parents or guardians should be aware of. First, bring identification. That will streamline things during reunification. Second, be patient. Reunification is a process that protects both the safety of the student and provides for an accountable change of custody from the school to a recognized custodial parent or guardian. WHAT IF A PARENT CAN’T PICK-UP THEIR STUDENT? When a parent can’t immediately go to the reunification site, students will only be released to individuals previously identified as a student’s emergency contact. Otherwise, the school will hold students until parents can pick up their student. WHAT IF THE STUDENT DROVE TO SCHOOL? There may be instances where a student may not be allowed to remove a vehicle from the parking lot. In this case, parents are advised to recover the student. In some circumstances, high school students may be released on their own. Signature ............................................................................................................................................................................ Phone number of person picking up student ..................................................................................................................... Relationship to student being picked up ............................................................................................................................ Photo identification matches name of person picking up student? Y or N Parent completes: Print Student Name Again ................................................................................................................................................... School personnel completes upon release of student Student Grade .................................................................................................................................................................... OTHER INITIALS TIME Student Birthday .................................................................................................... HOW IT WORKS Signature ............................................................................................................................................................................ Print Your Name ...........................................................................................................Date.............................................. I have read and understand these instructions. Parent Guardian Sign Off For students, the school asks that students be orderly and quiet while waiting. Students may be asked to text a message to their parents or guardians. Students are also asked not to send other text messages either in or out of the school or reunification area. Keeping the cellular network usage at a minimum may be important during a reunification. 1. Please complete the information on the other side of this card. 2. Prepare identification (If you don’t have ID with you, please move to the side of the line, it may take a little longer to verify your identity.) 3. Select the check-in line based on either student last name or student grade. 4. After check-in, staff will split this card and a runner will be sent to recover your student. Please step over to the Reunification Location. 5. If there has been injury or other concerns, you may be asked to meet a counselor. 6. Please don’t shout at school or district staff. We’ll get through this as quickly as possible. REUNIFICATION CARDS Instructions First, we want to thank you for your patience during this reunification. We share the same goal during this process: Getting you and your student back together as quickly as possible. The reason we’re going through this is that an event has occurred at the school that mandates we personally reunite you with your child. Reunification For parents, there are a couple of steps. If a parent is driving to the school, greater awareness of traffic and emergency vehicles is advised. Parents should park where indicated and not abandon vehicles. Parents are asked to go to the Reunification “Check In” area and form lines based on the first letter of their student’s last name. While in line, parents are asked to fill out a reunification card. This card is perforated and will be separated during the process. Some of the same information is repeated on both the top and separated bottom of the card. Parents are asked to complete all parts of the card. In the case of multiple students being reunified, a separate card for each student needs to be completed. BRING ID TO CHECK IN During check in, identification and custody rights are confirmed. The card is separated and the bottom half given back to the parent. From the “Check In” area parents are directed to the “Reunification” area. There, a runner will take the bottom half of the card and take it to the Student Assembly Area to recover the student or students. Parents should be aware that in some cases, they may be invited into the building for further information. INTERVIEWS AND COUNSELING In some cases, parents may be advised that a law enforcement investigation is underway and may be advised that interviews are necessary. In extreme cases, parents may be pulled aside for emergency or medical information. i love u guys F O U N D AT I O N ® © Copyright 2011-2020, All rights reserved. The “I Love U Guys” Foundation. Conifer, CO 80433. The Standard Reunification Method and I Love U Guys are Trademarks of The “I Love U Guys” Foundation and may registered in certain jurisdictions. This material may be duplicated for distribution by recognized schools, districts, departments and agencies. SRM Parent Handout | Version 2.2 | 05/30/2020 | http://iloveuguys.or

This is a friendly reminder that there will be no school on Thursday, November 28th, and Friday, November 29th in observance of Thanksgiving. Classes will resume on Monday, December 2nd. Mora Schools is incredibly thankful for our amazing students, dedicated staff, and supportive community. Your contributions make our school a special place to learn and grow. We wish you and your family a happy and restful Thanksgiving break!

about 2 months ago, Briana Lukenbill

No School for Thanksgiving Break on Thursday, November 28th 2024 and Friday, November 29th, 2024.

Join us Tuesday night for Early Childhood Indoor Gym Night from 5:45 to 6:45! For ages 1-5, siblings welcome ages 6-8!

2 months ago, Nicole Stamper

Looking for something fun to do on tuesday night? do your kids need to burn off some energy before bed time ? Join us for Early Childhood indoor gym night this tuesday at 5:45-6:45 No need to register for this event just show up! Enter the main doors of Mora Elementary and follow the signs to the gym. Families are welcome to bring strider bikes and riding toys if they would like. Bikes available also Older siblings are welcome ages 6-8 $2.00 per family/night

We are excited to share Episode 6 of Exploring Mustang Country! In this episode, we take an in-depth look at the Career and Technical Education (CTE) classes offered at Mora High School. Discover how these programs empower students with hands-on learning experiences, real-world skills, and pathways to success in their future careers. Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PyuiZzctlFI Thank you for your continued interest in Exploring Mustang Country! Stay tuned for more exciting stories from our Mustang community.

2 months ago, Briana Lukenbill

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2 months ago, Mora Elementary

Come have cookies & join in on a conversation with Superintendent Dan Voce from Mora Public Schools on Thursday November 14th, 2024 from 4:00pm - 4:30pm in the MHS Distrcit Board Room. Please check in with the District Office when you arrive. Guests are welcome to have constructive conversations with the superintendent and may offer suggestions for effective school operations and programs in a productive and respectful manner. The Superintendent is not able to take complaints about school personnel or other persons in a public setting.

2 months ago, Kelly Fischer

Happy Veterans Day! We had a wonderful turnout at our Veterans Day Program at Mora Elementary. Thank you to all that came today to honor our Veterans. We also want to extend a Thank You to those involved with the program including Rita & Riley Erickson, our Veterans, The Mora American Legion, The Mora Cub Scouts, 5th & 6th grade greeters and poem readers, Hendrik Oslin, 5th & 6th grade choirs.

2 months ago, Mora Elementary

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2 months ago, Mora Elementary

Join Superintendent of Schools Dan Voce for Cookies & Conversation on Thursday November 14th, 2024 from 4:00pm - 4:30pm. This event will be hosted in the Mora High School District Boardroom #1100A. Please consider joining us!

2 months ago, Kelly Fischer

Cookies & Conversation with Superintendent Dan Voce, Mora Public Schools. Come have cookies & join in on a conversation with Superintendent Dan Voce from Mora Public Schools on Thursday November 14th, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM in the MHS District Board Room. Please check in with the District Office when you arrive. Guests are welcome to have constructive conversation with the superintendent and may offer suggestions for effective school operations and programs in a productive and respectful manner. The Superintendent is not able to take complaints about school personnel or other persons in a public setting.

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3 months ago, Mora Elementary

Mrs. Rydberg's 1st grade students got in the Halloween spirit by creating their own unique monsters!

3 months ago, Briana Lukenbill

Mrs. Rydberg's class made unique monster art.

The kindergarten team rocked their Minion costumes for a fun and unified group look!

3 months ago, Briana Lukenbill

The kindergarten team sported their minion costumes for Halloween!

Happy Halloween from the students and staff at Mora Public Schools! Have a safe and fun day!

3 months ago, Briana Lukenbill

Mrs. Samuelson's class posing before the Halloween parade.

The district office minions are ready for Halloween.

Mora High School staff are really groovy as Scooby Doo characters.

Mr. Wilken and Ms. Monkman are ready for some dodge ball.

Some Mora High School students are really loving Winnie the Pooh.

Mora Elementary students are getting ready for the school-wide parade.

David S. Pumpkins characters rocked it at Mora High School.

Mora High School staff really love their flower power!

Mrs. Rydberg's class is really in character today!

Some students enjoying a Halloween snack!

Congratulations to this year's Leadership in Educational Excellence (LEEA) award recipients!

3 months ago, Briana Lukenbill

Award Recipients, Mrs. Schultz, Mr. Youngblom, Mrs. Samuelson.

LEEA award brochure with Mora Public Schools winners, Emmy Kringen, Samantha Samuelson, Beth Schultz, Thomas Youngblom

Good Afternoon, Attached you will find the Winter Weather & E-learning letter, as well as the Mora E-learning Day Plan for the 2024-2025 school year. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-SWaWhXahnsyOb5IUORuVOVpDT_D7vuv/view?usp=sharing https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QU16LfRvZFGfEL_q9QaYacGdau95IVfj0y7lfm2ZQw4/edit?usp=sharing

3 months ago, Kelly Fischer

This is a reminder that Friday marks the end of the quarter. Please note that there will be no school on Monday, November 4th. Classes will resume on Tuesday, November 5th. Thank you, and enjoy the long weekend!

3 months ago, Briana Lukenbill

No school on Monday, November 4th, 2024. This is a teacher inservice/workday.

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3 months ago, Mora Elementary

For those unable to attend tonight’s School Board Candidate Forum, you can watch the event via live stream on our YouTube channel. Please see the attached link for access. The live stream will begin at 6:30 PM. If you’d prefer to attend in person, the Student Council will be hosting the event in the Mora Elementary Commons. We hope to see you there! https://youtube.com/live/xIAuL5Qrm-E?feature=share

3 months ago, Briana Lukenbill

Mora High School Student Council hosts school board candidate forum on Tuesday, October 22nd at 6:30 pm in the Mora Elementary Commons. Questions prepared in advance by Mora students.

This week, Ms. Hambly’s first graders had a blast learning about the pumpkin life cycle and creating beautiful pumpkin paintings! They also explored the world of spiders and how they differ from insects. To top it off, they enjoyed a special snack while practicing their sequencing skills by putting the steps in order. What a fun and tasty way to learn!

3 months ago, Briana Lukenbill

Three students painting pumpkin pictures

A boy showing off his oreo spider he built

A young girl showing off her spider oreo

Mora Elementary Picture Retake day is Wednesday, October 30th. Click here to go to the Strawbridge Website: https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/clients/mora-elementary-school/fall-retake-pictures-11-1-2024-71/optIn

3 months ago, Mora Elementary