Marshall Street Elementary School -

(Español/English)

(ES): 🚨🚫❄️Debido a las severas condiciones climáticas de hoy, todos los edificios del Distrito Escolar del Área de Norristown permanecerán cerrados mañana, lunes 26 de enero de 2026. NO habrá clases virtuales, y ni los estudiantes ni el personal deberán conectarse en línea. Queremos que todos tengan la oportunidad de mantenerse a salvo y cuidar de sí mismos y de sus familias mañana. La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, familias y personal sigue siendo nuestra máxima prioridad. Les recomendamos a todos que permanezcan en casa, eviten viajes innecesarios y tomen las precauciones adecuadas.

Si fuera necesario un Día de Instrucción Flexible para el martes 27 de enero, se comunicará la información por separado. Gracias por su comprensión mientras priorizamos la seguridad y el bienestar de nuestros estudiantes, familias y personal.

(EN): 🚨🚫❄️Due to the severity of the inclement weather from today, all Norristown Area School District buildings will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26, 2026. There will be NO virtual instruction, and students and staff do not need to report online. We want to give everyone the opportunity to stay safe and take care of themselves and their families tomorrow. The safety of our students, families, and staff remains our top priority. We encourage everyone to remain indoors, avoid unnecessary travel, and take appropriate precautions.

If a Flexible Instructional Day is needed for Tuesday, January 27, that information will be communicated separately. Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our students, families, and staff.


#NASDproud #BeTheLeader #Norristown

Zoo on Wheels visited Ms. Moser's classroom today. The children met Waldo the albino rabbit and loved getting to gently pet him!

Yesterday, Nutmeg the therapy dog visited Marshall Street’s Kindergarten classrooms! Ms. Mary Anders, the Deputy Executive Director for the Montgomery Child Advocacy Project, accompanied Nutmeg and read a book to each class. Ms. Anders gives presentations about body safety and online/social media throughout elementary schools in the Norristown Area School District.

Mrs. Sarah Smith’s first grade class enjoyed learning about Martin Luther King Jr. on Friday! 💙
Students listened, talked about his dreams, drew pictures of him, and wrote about how they can be kind and fair to others. 🌈 ✏️
#NASDProud #MLKDay #IHaveADream

Girls on the Run is an inspiring after-school program offered to 3rd and 4th grade girls at Marshall Street. The program combines physical activity with lessons in confidence, teamwork, and healthy habits. The spring season runs March to May, with practices Mondays & Thursdays, 3:40-5:10 PM. Register at www.gotrpa.org.
#NASDProud #BeTheLeader #GOTR

🌟 Celebrate Our Teachers!

Each month, parents and students can nominate two teachers who are making a difference for students through creativity, care, and dedication.

🗳️https://forms.gle/Q3E4QrQE7GZ5eht47
Voting is now open, and the winners will be announced at the end of each month.

Let’s celebrate the teachers who help make Marshall Street Elementary such a special place to learn and grow!

Dr. Harper

Marshall Street's latest Family Newsletter is now available!
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We were so grateful to welcome Sarah Thornton, Director of Education at Indraloka Animal Sanctuary, to our elementary school this week! Sarah shared meaningful lessons with our kindergarten through fourth grade students about compassion, empathy, and the many life lessons animals can teach us. It was an inspiring visit that encouraged kindness, understanding, and respect for all living beings.
#Kindness #BeTheLeader
https://indraloka.org/

Congratulations and thanks for everyone’s support for a very successful pajama day fundraiser on behalf of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia! Marshall Street Elementary School raised a total of $995.17!

Why We Participated
The time for innovation and breakthroughs is now. CHOP is on the cusp of life-changing discoveries for children. They are transforming the well-being of children and creating healthier communities throughout Philadelphia and across the world. We raised money because we want to help make today's innovative ideas, tomorrow's realities.

#CHOPpajamaday #NASDproud #BeTheLeader

Marshall Street's latest Family Newsletter is now available!
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Congratulations to our very own third grader Nadia whose artwork was chosen to be featured on the 2025-2026 Norristown Area School District holiday card! ❄️
#NASDproud #BeTheLeader #HappyHolidays

Art Goes to School visited Marshall Street School during art class and brought twenty different works of art for the students to explore. Students in grades kindergarten through 4th discussed the artwork, learned new vocabulary, played games, and made connections.
#ArtGoesToSchool

Third graders composed thank you cards for the season of giving.
#Thankful

Kindergartners made "Thankful Trees" during Health class! They discovered that they are thankful for a great many things in their lives.
#Thankful

Girls Inc. came to Marshall Street to talk to our girls in third and fourth grade! The girls learned about using "I statements." The also talked about words that squash us and words that light us up. The girls practiced using "I statements" to respond when they’re feeling different ways. We are so glad they came to visit; the girls loved it! 💪😍
#NASDproud #BeTheLeader #GirlsInc

Holiday Sweater Cookie Decorating! Mrs. Harrington's and Miss Murray's MDS class decorated sweater cookies to practice fine motor skills and for a sweet treat. Yum! 😋

Nutmeg the therapy dog visited Mrs. Bowen’s first grade classroom along with Mary Anders, the Deputy Executive Director for the Montgomery Child Advocacy Project. Ms. Anders gives presentations about body safety and online/social media throughout elementary schools in the Norristown Area School District.

(Spanish/English)
(ES): En la escuela primaria Marshall Street, 23 estudiantes de kínder a cuarto grado recibieron una grata sorpresa: una bicicleta gratis gracias a Dom Fixes Bikes, como parte de su campaña de donación de bicicletas navideñas. Cada estudiante también recibió un casco, una botella de agua, gafas de sol y un cómodo conjunto de pijama. Gracias a Dom Fixes Bikes por compartir la alegría navideña y apoyar a nuestros estudiantes.

(EN): At Marshall Street Elementary, 23 students in grades K-4 were surprised with a free bike through Dom Fixes Bikes as part of their Holiday Bike Drive. Each student also received a helmet, water bottle, sunglasses, and a cozy set of pajamas. We are grateful to Dom Fixes Bikes for spreading holiday joy and supporting our students.
#NASDproud #BeTheLeader #Norristown #HappyHolidays #DFB also known as Dom Fixes Bikes

Meet your child’s counselors for a detailed chat about the district's attendance policy! Bring your questions and concerns.
When: Jan. 14
Times: 8:00 AM (Spanish translation) or 5:00 PM
Location: Marshall Street Library

(Español/English)

(ES): ¡Atención familias de Jardín de Infantes (Kínder)! Queremos conocer su opinión sobre la transición a Jardín de Infantes este año para que el próximo sea aún mejor. Busquen el enlace a la encuesta en su correo electrónico o mensaje de texto y dediquen unos minutos a compartir sus ideas. La encuesta estará disponible hasta el 22 de diciembre a las 4:00 PM.

Al finalizar, podrán participar para ganar una canasta de regalos de NASD con libros, una tarjeta de regalo y otras sorpresas. 🎉

(EN): Attention Kindergarten Families! We want your feedback on this year’s transition to Kindergarten to help us make next year even better. Check your email or text message for the survey link and take a few minutes to share your thoughts. The survey will be open until December 22 at 4:00 PM.

At the end, you can enter to win a NASD swag basket with books, a gift card, and other goodies! 🎉


#NASDproud #BeTheLeader #Norristown#KindergartenReadiness