Bringing Literature to Life!

Thursday night’s Literacy Night was a wonderful experience for our families! Students and their loved ones enjoyed Reader’s Theater performances, a Poetry Café, music and movement activities, engaging stories, creative crafts, and fun snacks and prizes.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make the evening such a fantastic success!
5 days ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Students and families watch students on stage.
Students handing out popcorn to other students
Students and parents sitting in music room smiling
Students at a table coloring puzzle pieces

Two weeks ago, our Portrait Partners gathered to create signs for students attending the Special Olympics at CVHS. Using critical thinking skills and creativity, they designed encouraging and uplifting messages to cheer on their peers.

7 days ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Two boys, one in blue shirt, another in camo shirt, working on papers.
Classroom of kids working on papers
Classroom of kids working on encouraging papers
Three boys sitting at kidney table working on encouraging papers
Five girls working on encouraging pictures
Teacher with students working on papers
Last night’s Knowledge-A-Thon Masters’ Dinner was a wonderful success! Our KAT Masters enjoyed a delicious Chick-fil-A meal, served by teachers and staff. We can't wait to celebrate next year's KAT Masters!
12 days ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Two small boys, one wearing glasses, smiling.
Three young, female students, one wearing glasses; all smiling.
Two male students, both wearing hats and smiling.
Two female students, smiling proudly at the camera.
Three female and one male student, smiling happily at the camera.
Two female students with blonde hair, smiling gleefully at the camera.
Two male students and one female student smiling proudly at the camera.
Two male students, one with glasses and the other with a blue hat, smiling happily.

Since 1973, THON (For the Kids) has raised over $200 million to provide emotional and financial support for families, fund innovative research, and work toward a cure for pediatric cancer. These students were our top earners this year and were able to attend CVHS’s Mini-THON kickoff pep rally on Friday as a special treat. Mackenzie, Callie, Logan—and all of Monroe—are FTK… For The Kids.

23 days ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Three students kneeling in front of sign that says Monroe is FTK in blue letters.
🌟 Congratulations to this year's Monroe Building Star, Mrs. Gail Halterman! 🌟 Gail truly shines like a “star” by always being willing to lend a helping hand, serving as an encyclopedia of CV knowledge, and being a trusted, go-to resource for our Monroe families.
28 days ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Woman holding certificate, standing with children.
Third grade artists are painting artwork inspired by Ton Shulten. They made 3”x3” grids and are now painting monochromatic cities!

about 1 month ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Three third-grade male students painting blue squares during art class.
We’re looking forward to celebrating Read Across America Week with our students beginning Monday, March 2!
about 1 month ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Read Across America Spirit Week spirit day flyer

🔔 Save the Date 🔔 Monroe will be hosting a family fun literacy night! Click HERE for more details.

about 1 month ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Flyer announcing a literacy night for families, including red curtains and theatre seats.
Last week, Mrs. Wert’s class had a sweet time celebrating Valentine’s Day with their friends! Smiles, laughter, and lots of fun made it a celebration to remember.
about 1 month ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Elementary school girls standing together and smiling for class Valentine's party.
Elementary school boys standing together and smiling for class Valentine's party.

Congratulations to our Monroe Eagle, Suhani Patta on earning First Place in the Upper Allen Township PreK–2nd Grade Art Contest! Her beautiful beach sunset makes us eager for summertime.

about 2 months ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Hand drawn photo of sunset and beach scene.
Miss Cacchiani and her students marked the 100th day of school in style, dressed as 100-year-old ladies!
about 2 months ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Female teacher with four female students dressed as 100-year old ladies for our 100th  day of school.
Big smiles and bright moments in Miss Loffredo’s class as students celebrate 100 amazing days of learning!
about 2 months ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Elementary school-agd boy in blue Sponge Bob sweatshirt with "100 Days Brigther" hand-crafted and colored paper hat.
Elementary school class lined up and smiling with teacher, wearing hand-made paper hats that say 100 days brighter
Decades Day is in full swing! Mrs. Gilbert’s AM kindergarten class is spreading school spirit and showing off their adorable decade-themed outfits.
about 2 months ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Two female students dressed in neon pinks and greens, excited for Decades Day at school.
Our 4th and 5th grade chorus takes the stage tonight at Eagle View! Today’s schoolwide performance gave students a chance to practice and share their music with fellow classmates. Great job to our 4th and 5th grade students! We know you’ll shine as you perform for your families tonight.
2 months ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Students practice singing
Students standing and sitting during concert
Teacher and students standing in front of other students while singing
Students dancing during concert
Students and teacher sitting on stage practicing instrument
Teacher and students on stage practicing instrument
Take a stroll through our snowy hallway! Every snowflake was written by a student, turning our walls into a celebration of learning, imagination, and student voice. We love reading each snowflake to discover students’ favorite things about snow!
2 months ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Hallway filled with blue and white streamers and snowflakes with female teacher and student waving hello.
Multi-colored snowflake with googly eyes
Snowflake with different shades of blue
Snowflake that describes liking to go sledding and build snowmen
White snowflake with drawn stars and a heart in the center.
Red, green, and blue snowflake with student writing.
What a great way to head into winter break! Our Eagles attended an assembly highlighting the importance of being great communicators—one of the core competencies of our district’s Portrait of an Eagle. Thank you to our Portrait of an Eagle Committee for such a fun and engaging assembly!
3 months ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Teacher standing on stage reading the morning message to students.
Our first grade classrooms have been diving into ancient Egypt —and they’ve been loving it! Students had a blast experimenting with hieroglyphics and creating their own messages.
4 months ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Four students sitting at a table and drawing hieroglyphics
Four students sitting at a table and drawing hieroglyphics
Four students sitting at a table and drawing hieroglyphics
Four students sitting at a table and drawing hieroglyphics
A heartfelt thank-you to Col. Frank Hancock for being our guest speaker at this week’s Veterans Day assembly! We’re also deeply grateful to all of our students’ special veterans who attended and took part in the celebration. Your presence made the day especially meaningful for our school community. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your service.
5 months ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Man speaking in front of students with a picture of himself while serving active duty in Army.
This season, we’re reflecting on what we’re thankful for!

Thanks to Mrs. Buysse and Mrs. Crimarco, our hallways are filled with beautiful “Trees of Thanks.” Students were invited to add what they’re grateful for, creating a warm and uplifting display throughout the school.

We’re especially thankful for Mrs. Buysse and Mrs. Crimarco—and it’s clear they’re thankful for each other, too!
5 months ago, Emily Mazzamuto
Two women hugging in front of paper Tree of Thanks
Paper falling leaves
Paper tree of thanks
Paper tree with paper squirrel
Leaves falling from tree of thanks
Paper leaves listing what children are thankful for.... one says "family"
More leaves, one stating "I'm thankful for my sisters"
Third grade visited the Harrisburg Forum today to enjoy a performance by the Symphony Orchestra!
Students had a wonderful time and learned so much! Music is such an important part of education, and this experience planted a seed that will hopefully continue to grow and bloom for years to come.
5 months ago, Emily Mazzamuto
View from seats of orchestra
View of students
View of orchestra playing from seats in mezzanine