Big cheers to Monroe, Camryn, Jaxson, and Merjem! ๐พ๐
These Cougars earned a special rewardโface paintingโthrough our Cougar Paw raffle! Their positive choices and hard work paid off in a fun (and colorful!) way. Way to show our Cougar expectations and keep earning those paws! ๐โจ
These Cougars earned a special rewardโface paintingโthrough our Cougar Paw raffle! Their positive choices and hard work paid off in a fun (and colorful!) way. Way to show our Cougar expectations and keep earning those paws! ๐โจ




We celebrated our academic growth on the NWEA the brightest way possible todayโglow dance parties! ๐ชฉโจ Hard work + growth + fun = the perfect celebration. Way to shine! ๐๐









Huge thanks to our Rogers Middle School mentors for visiting today! ๐๐ Our students loved creating 2026 vision boards with you and dreaming big for the future. Your time, energy, and encouragement made it extra special! โญโจ๐๐







Ms. Jauerโs first graders are measuring up to some cool learning! ๐ง๐
As part of their measurement unit, students measured each otherโand even Ms. Jauerโto figure out just how big of a snowsuit theyโd need to visit penguinsโฆ or maybe just survive the chilly St. Louis weather this weekend! โ๏ธ
Hands-on learning, lots of laughs, and a classroom full of curious minds make first grade the coolest place to be!






Dinner plans? Make it Papa Johnโs! ๐ A portion of proceeds supports our schoolโthank you for helping our students thrive!

Today we held our Class Family Meetings! ๐
Kโ2 students came together to build community, learn about helpful vs. hurtful words (with support from our middle schoolers), and continue our book study of I Forgive Alex. Students shared thoughtful ideas about feelings, friendship, and forgiveness. A great morning of connection and learning! ๐โจ
Kโ2 students came together to build community, learn about helpful vs. hurtful words (with support from our middle schoolers), and continue our book study of I Forgive Alex. Students shared thoughtful ideas about feelings, friendship, and forgiveness. A great morning of connection and learning! ๐โจ




Reminder! No school Monday, January 19th as we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his dream of a better world for everyone. ๐ญ

High fives, big smiles, and even bigger thanks! ๐
Shoutout to our middle school students for making High Five Friday the best part of our morning. Your energy and kindness set the tone for an awesome day!
Shoutout to our middle school students for making High Five Friday the best part of our morning. Your energy and kindness set the tone for an awesome day!






Mesnier families, weโre thrilled to invite you to participate in the St. Louis Science Fair! This is an exciting opportunity to explore science together as a family, spark curiosity, and create meaningful learning moments right at home.
Whether you're investigating a question, conducting an experiment, or building a project, the Science Fair is a great way to bring out the scientist in everyone. Plus, itโs an excellent chance to support your childโs learning in a fun and engaging way.
If youโre interested in participating or would like more information, please reach out to Courtney Thomas at cthomas@afftonschools.net.
Whether you're investigating a question, conducting an experiment, or building a project, the Science Fair is a great way to bring out the scientist in everyone. Plus, itโs an excellent chance to support your childโs learning in a fun and engaging way.
If youโre interested in participating or would like more information, please reach out to Courtney Thomas at cthomas@afftonschools.net.

๐ฆ๐พ Cougar Paw Raffle Winners! ๐พ๐ฆ
Way to go to our students who earned ice cream by winning the Cougar Paw raffle! Your positive choices, hard work, and great behavior paid off in the sweetest way. We are so proud of you for showing what it means to be a respectful, responsible Cougar.
Keep earning those Cougar Pawsโwe love celebrating YOU! ๐๐

Monday moves! ๐ Our kindergarteners practiced dribbling today and had so much fun building their skills! ๐๐





The Bookmobile will be at Mesnier on January 13th and 14th. ๐
Fueled by stories, powered by readers ๐โจ
Fueled by stories, powered by readers ๐โจ

๐ Shoutout to Adam! ๐
Adam earned a positive office referral for the way he shares his ideas during classroom discussions. ๐ฃ๐ก Your participation and thoughtfulness make class discussions even betterโway to go, Adam! ๐๐
Adam earned a positive office referral for the way he shares his ideas during classroom discussions. ๐ฃ๐ก Your participation and thoughtfulness make class discussions even betterโway to go, Adam! ๐๐

Thank you to the Affton Parents Club for the sweet treat of donut holes for our Mesnier staff today! ๐ฉ๐๐ Your thoughtfulness made our day!


โจ Reminder for Affton Families! โจ
Donโt forget about Affton Free Night at The Magic House on Wednesday, January 21st from 6โ8 PM! ๐งช๐จ๐ง
This is a fun, FREE opportunity for families to explore hands-on exhibits, learn together, and enjoy an evening of discovery.
๐ Sign-up is required โ use the link below to reserve your spot:
๐ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevIOCmtGmus8A9gBExjElzNmehIbA5Yrvvp68sEpmIsso6hQ/viewform
We hope to see you there for a magical night of learning and fun! โจ๐๏ธ
Donโt forget about Affton Free Night at The Magic House on Wednesday, January 21st from 6โ8 PM! ๐งช๐จ๐ง
This is a fun, FREE opportunity for families to explore hands-on exhibits, learn together, and enjoy an evening of discovery.
๐ Sign-up is required โ use the link below to reserve your spot:
๐ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevIOCmtGmus8A9gBExjElzNmehIbA5Yrvvp68sEpmIsso6hQ/viewform
We hope to see you there for a magical night of learning and fun! โจ๐๏ธ

๐๐ Way to go, Lochlan! ๐๐
We are so proud of Lochlan for having an amazing day and doing a fantastic job following our school expectations! Keep up the great work, Lochlanโwe love celebrating your success! โญ๐พ
We are so proud of Lochlan for having an amazing day and doing a fantastic job following our school expectations! Keep up the great work, Lochlanโwe love celebrating your success! โญ๐พ

๐๐ Way to go, Jaxon! ๐๐
Congratulations to Jaxon for meeting his reading goal! His hard work, focus, and dedication are paying off, and we are so proud of his progress. Keep up the great reading, Jaxon โ youโre a star! โญ๐
Congratulations to Jaxon for meeting his reading goal! His hard work, focus, and dedication are paying off, and we are so proud of his progress. Keep up the great reading, Jaxon โ youโre a star! โญ๐

๐๐ Kindness in Action at Mesnier! ๐๐
Ms. Bussโ second grade classroom kicked off something rock-solid this weekโthe Mesnier Rock Snake! ๐ชจโจ As part of their lesson on kindness, students painted rocks with positive messages and bright designs, learning how small acts can come together to create something meaningful for our school community.
Each rock represents kindness, creativity, and connectionโand together they form a growing reminder that kindness matters every day at Mesnier. We canโt wait to watch the Rock Snake grow as more students add their own kind contributions! ๐๐
Ms. Bussโ second grade classroom kicked off something rock-solid this weekโthe Mesnier Rock Snake! ๐ชจโจ As part of their lesson on kindness, students painted rocks with positive messages and bright designs, learning how small acts can come together to create something meaningful for our school community.
Each rock represents kindness, creativity, and connectionโand together they form a growing reminder that kindness matters every day at Mesnier. We canโt wait to watch the Rock Snake grow as more students add their own kind contributions! ๐๐






๐พ๐ December Cougar Compliments ๐๐พ
We are excited to recognize our December Cougar Compliment recipientsโstaff members who go above and beyond to support students, colleagues, and our Mesnier community! ๐
๐ Nicole Yahl โ For creating an inclusive school where all students, especially our ELL learners, feel seen, valued, and celebrated.
๐ Carrie Cella โ For her calm, caring presence and unwavering support of both students and teachers every day.
๐ Thomas Ginther โ For his hard work and dedication in keeping our building clean, organized, and ready for learning.
๐ Stacey Regel โ For her impactful reading intervention work, support of teachers, and willingness to volunteer for school events.
๐ Ann Belue โ For building a positive, safe classroom environment and thoughtfully meeting the needs of all learners as a new teacher.
๐ Casey Edmundson โ For always putting students first and collaborating closely to ensure every learner can grow and succeed.
๐ Hailey Slagle โ For her strong commitment to student wellbeing, clear communication, professionalism, and care for our school community.
Thank you all for living out what it means to be a Mesnier Cougar every single day! ๐พโจ
We are excited to recognize our December Cougar Compliment recipientsโstaff members who go above and beyond to support students, colleagues, and our Mesnier community! ๐
๐ Nicole Yahl โ For creating an inclusive school where all students, especially our ELL learners, feel seen, valued, and celebrated.
๐ Carrie Cella โ For her calm, caring presence and unwavering support of both students and teachers every day.
๐ Thomas Ginther โ For his hard work and dedication in keeping our building clean, organized, and ready for learning.
๐ Stacey Regel โ For her impactful reading intervention work, support of teachers, and willingness to volunteer for school events.
๐ Ann Belue โ For building a positive, safe classroom environment and thoughtfully meeting the needs of all learners as a new teacher.
๐ Casey Edmundson โ For always putting students first and collaborating closely to ensure every learner can grow and succeed.
๐ Hailey Slagle โ For her strong commitment to student wellbeing, clear communication, professionalism, and care for our school community.
Thank you all for living out what it means to be a Mesnier Cougar every single day! ๐พโจ


โจ Happy New Year from Mesnier! โจ
Students and staff are off to a fantastic start in the new year! Smiles, excitement, and lots of learning filled our halls today as we jumped right back into routines and reconnecting with one another. ๐๐
Students and staff are off to a fantastic start in the new year! Smiles, excitement, and lots of learning filled our halls today as we jumped right back into routines and reconnecting with one another. ๐๐






