We hope everyone is having a great Martin Luther King weekend and are ready to return to school on Tuesday! We are finished our middle of the year benchark testing. Now we are gathering and analyzing the data to make a plan in reading and math for each of our students.

The weather has been all over the place in Janiuary. We try to go outside everyday; some days are just too cold. Further complicating the decision to go out is the fact that many of our students do not bring coats to school. On these very cold days, we strongly encourage students to wear coats and/or layers.

Technology Tip By Vivienne Cameron

Tech Tip from our Technology teacher, Ms. Cameron

Digital Kindness and Respect Online

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr., January is a good time to talk about kindness and respect online. Our digital citizenship pledge says that we will remember that there is a real person on the other side of the screen. Children should know that teasing, excluding others, or spreading rumors online can cause real harm. Technology can also be a powerful tool for encouraging others and sharing positive messages.

Action step: Challenge your child to send one kind or encouraging message online (or off) this week—to a classmate, friend, or family member.

LIM/PBIS Update:

We will be sharing some information about Leader in Me which is covered in Guidance class as well as a part of our school culture during Aston in Action Night! More details to follow.

Nurse Corner

Smile Program: The mobile dentist will be at Northley Middle School on Thursday, February 19, 2026. Below is the link to register. Students who are registered will be bused to Northley and back to Aston. Time is TBD, so it is suggested that students pack a lunch that day if possible. If not, we will be sure they get to eat if they miss their assigned lunch time.

https://www.myschooldentist.com/NMPSPA_schsrm

6 Day Special/Related Arts Schedule

January 20 - B Day

January 21 - C Day

January 22 - D Day

January 23 - E Day

Upcoming Dates:

Jan 29 - Aston in Action Night for Families - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Feb 12 - Kids Heart Challenge - during the school day

Feb 13 - 11:15 AM Dismissal

Feb 16 - President's Day Holiday - no school for students

The Countdown to K is on! Registration for the 2026-2027 school year opens January 20, 2026. Families of future kindergarteners are invited to complete the Kindergarten Interest Form at www.pdsd.org/registration to receive an email reminder when registration for the Class of 2039 goes live.

Download the Penn-Delco Mobile App

This user-friendly app is designed to keep busy families connected to our schools, all in one convenient place. With quick access to announcements, event calendars, directories, and more, staying informed has never been simpler. Available for download in the App Store and Google Play.

Our next PTL Meeting 🗒️ will be held on Tuesday, February 10th at 6:30 PM in the Art Room. Childcare will be provided for children 4 years and older. Join us! 

Spirit Night this week! Wednesday, 1/21 at Chick-fil-A 🐄 (Lima location) from 4-7pm. A portion of all proceeds will be donated back to our school. Please see flyer with details. 

•Attention 5th Grade Parents Please look for information regarding important upcoming 5th Grade Activities such as Variety Show, Required Dues, and our big Parents Night Out Fundraiser! Follow the “Fifth Grade Fundraising” group on Facebook where there is a Super Bowl Block Pool happening now! All friends and family are invited to join this group as well as attend the Fundraiser on 2/20, to help make this the best last year of elementary school for our 5th graders! 🎉 Your support directly impacts your child! Please be sure to share all events, fundraisers, and contribute if you are able. We appreciate your help!

•Volunteer Clearances must be renewed every five years, and are required to volunteer at our schools. Visit pdsd.org and search “clearances” to begin the process.

 https://www.pdsd.org/our-district/volunteer.

Above - Congratulations to the students of the month from the month of December - these students know the importance of prioritizing

Below: Every Wednesday we wear blue and gold or Weber Warrior shirts to support Ms. Weber as she continues her couragous battle against cancer.

The PTL is selling Weber Warrior shirts to all who are interested. You can purchse here: Weber Warrior Shirts.

They will be delivered to Aston Elmentary by the first week of March.