🐊 Marsh Junior High Gators – Morning Bulletin

Good Morning, Gators!
📅 Today is Monday, February 9, 2026

Here are your student announcements for today:

😂 Joke of the Week

Why can’t you hear a pterodactyl go to the bathroom?
Because the “p” is silent. 😄

🌟 Leadership Quote of the Week

Read by: Emma Payne

“We cannot change the cards we are dealt—just how we play the hand.”

Life doesn’t always go the way we expect. Some days are tougher than others, and we don’t always get to choose our challenges. But here’s the good news: we do get to choose our attitude, effort, and choices.

Whether it’s school, friendships, sports, or trying something new, what matters most is how you respond. Play your hand with courage, kindness, and determination—you might surprise yourself with what you can achieve.

This Week’s Challenge:
🃏 Play your hand the best you can.
✨ Encourage someone.
✨ Try again after a mistake.
✨ Don’t give up on yourself.

You’ve got this!

⚽ Calling All Soccer Fans! ⚽

Ready to kick off the upcoming soccer season?

📍 Soccer Meeting:
🗓 Wednesday, February 11
📚 Library
⏰ During both lunches

Open to all students in grades 6–8 and all ability levels—whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new. Come learn what the season has in store and be part of the excitement!

🍬 Candy Grams

Candy Grams will be sold during both lunches on:
📅 February 9, 10, and 11

💲 2 for $1
📬 Delivered on February 12

Stop by and send something sweet to your friends!

📘 Yearbook & Student Information
✨ 2026 Yearbooks
Pre-orders are now available through the MJHS Gator Store.

🩺 Scoliosis Screening – 7th & 8th Graders

A scoliosis screening will be held on:
📅 February 25 during your PE class

If your parents do not want you to participate, a note must be sent to the Health Office by February 24, 2026.

🌟 Kindness Challenge of the Week: Pause with Purpose 🌟

Big feelings happen to everyone—especially at school! This week’s challenge is all about kindness through self-control.

Your Mission: PAUSE before you react

• Pause your body
  
  

• TAke a breath (slow and deep!)
  
  

• Understand what you’re feeling
  
  

• Select a kind response
  
  

• Engage calmly
  
  

Being kind isn’t just about how we treat others—it’s also about how we take care of ourselves. Every pause shows strength, respect, and kindness. 💛

🌟 Student Shout-Outs

🎉 From Ms. Ferguson:
Shout out to Raiden Wohlford for being a great role model! He is caring, respectful, and brings so much joy to our class.

🎉 From Ms. Mari:
Shout out to Brook Bethard for always being respectful and patient when visiting the office.

🎉 From Mr. Holley:
Huge shout out to Ryker Pendergrass for his incredible work ethic this semester. Keep crushing those goals!

🎉 Four-Day Weekend Ahead!

We will be observing Lincoln’s Birthday and Presidents’ Day.

🚫 No School:

• Friday, February 13
  
  

• Monday, February 16
  
  

Enjoy your four-day weekend—relax, recharge, and spend time with family and friends. We look forward to seeing everyone back on Tuesday, February 17 😊

🐊 Gators, please remember to turn off your electronic devices and place them in you backpack, not your pocket.  Have an awesome day, Later Gators!