Luella Merrett Elementary School

Genere la eWallet de la Feria del Libro para que su nino o nina pueda comprar sin usar efectivo, sin preocupaciones y de manera independiente! Es facil de configurar y otras personas pueden enviar fondos con facilidad! Comience aqui: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/luellamerrettelementarysch

The book fair starts tomorrow, May 12. It is a BOGO, buy one get one free fair. Create your child’s Book Fair eWallet so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently! It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds! Start here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/luellamerrettelementarysch

Buzz from the Hive
May 11-15, 2026
Mental Health Awareness Spirit Week
Book Fair BOGO

✅Monday, May 11 Mindful Monday-Wear GREEN to support Mental Health Awareness. Talk about ways to take care of our minds, District Battle of the Books
✅Tuesday, May 12 Team Up Tuesday-Wear your favorite team shirt or matching outfits with a friend to highlight support and connection, Muffins with Mom @ 7:00 AM, Book fair begins, PK-2nd Kona Ice Sponsored by Freedom Church
✅Wednesday, May 13 Workout Wednesday-Wear workout clothes or sneakers. Emphasize how movement helps our mood and energy
✅Thursday, May 14 Think Outside of the Box Thursday-Wear something fun, creative, or mismatched to celebrate being unique and creative, PTA Elections 5:30 PM, Talent Show @ 5:30
✅Friday, May 15 Shine Bright Friday-Wear Tie Dy or bright colors to let your light shine and spread positivity, Book fair ends, Worlds Finest Chocolate celebrations during Specials

🍫World’s Finest Chocolate Updates🍫
Thank you families for an overwhelming response to our school fundraiser. We had no idea we would sell out of chocolate so fast. Our school is so lucky🍀 to have so many supportive families. A few reminders as we close out our fundraiser. Last day to pay is Thursday, May 14
1. 🍫 Chocolate/🖋️permission slip/ 💵 money collection will be on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after announcements.
2. Families may use the PTA’s 📳 QR code to turn in money 💵. A small service fee applies when using Square.
https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/bgJFCxorQliJ5JPj5s8f2SycXDe?domain=square.link

World’s Finest Chocolate Celebrations during Specials on Friday, May 15
Calling All Families! PTA Volunteers Needed
✅Be sure to stay up to date on volunteer opportunities by joining our GroupMe using the link below ⬇️
https://groupme.com/join_group/111299276/12TTj8NH

Ya llega la Feria del Libro de Scholastic! RESERVE LA FECHA para 12–15 de mayo

Martes–Miércoles 7:30–3:30

Jueves 7:30–7:00

Viernes 7:30–1:00

En la biblioteca y prepare a su lector para que elija sus propios libros! Comiencen a explorar juntos: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/luellamerrettelementarysch

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming! SAVE THE DATE for Tuesday, May 12-Friday, May 15 and get your reader psyched to pick out their own books!
The book fair will be open Tues and Wed from 7:30-3:30, Thurs 7:30-7:00 and Friday 7:30-1:00.
Start exploring together: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/luellamerrettelementarysch

Muffins with Mom, Tuesday, May 12-shop our Book Fair when you are done.

Buzz from the Hive
🌸May 4-8🌸
🥳Teacher Appreciation Week🥳MAP Testing

✅Monday, May 4 “I APPRECIATE YOU” Students wear PURPLE-Write and bring in a nice 📝note or card of appreciation for your teacher. MAP Math (K-5th)
✅Tuesday, May 5 “THANK YOU FOR HELPING US BLOOM” Students wear ORANGE and bring your teacher their favorite 🌸flower. MAP Reading (K-5th), PTA informational meeting 3:30
✅Wednesday, May 6 “MY TEACHER IS MY SUPERHERO” Students dress like your teacher or wear RED shirts/🦸🏽‍♀️capes. Cup Stack Tournament at Rolling Hills Elementary @ 4:30, mAP Reading Fluency (K-2nd)
✅Thursday, May 7 “YOU ARE MY SUNSHINE” Students wear YELLOW. And bring your teacher a 🧁sweet treat. Spanish MAP Reading (K-5th DL Classes)
✅Friday, May 8 “BLUE-TIFUL TEACHERS MAKE A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE” Students wear BLUE. And bring in a 🧧gift card of their teacher’s favorite restaurant or place to shop or favorite school supplies. MAP Science 5th, Have a great Mother’s Day Weekend

🍫World’s Finest Chocolate Updates🍫
Thank you families for an overwhelming response to our school fundraiser. We had no idea we would sell out of chocolate so fast. Our school is so lucky🍀 to have so many supportive families. A few reminders as we close out our fundraiser.
1. 🍫 Chocolate/🖋️permission slip/ 💵 money collection will be on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after announcements.
2. Families may use the PTA’s 📳 QR code to turn in money 💵. A small service fee applies when using Square.
https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/bgJFCxorQliJ5JPj5s8f2SycXDe?domain=square.link

We are postponing our World’s Finest Chocolate Celebration to another date. Stay tuned.
Calling All Families! PTA Volunteers Needed
✅Be sure to stay up to date on volunteer opportunities by joining our GroupMe using the link below ⬇️
https://groupme.com/join_group/111299276/12TTj8NH

Buzz from the Hive Cont.

So proud of our students who participated in lemonade day! They showed creativity, teamwork, and entrepreneurship, while learning how hard work and good ideas ca make a difference. Way to go Superbees! Thank you Benbrook Chamber of Commerce for coordinating this event! Benbrook Community Center YMCA