February 8, 2024

Upcoming Events / Meetings

 

50 YEARS OF MONTESSORI OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, February 10th

1:00 – 4:00 pm

MacDowell Montessori

More about the event – 50 Years Montessori

 

NO SCHOOL  – 

Friday, February 16th and Monday, February 19th

 

FAFSA APPLICATION NIGHT

Receive assistance filling out the FAFSA application

4:00 – 6:00 pm

Room 103

Seniors and their Guardians – FLYER

 

SEC / PTO MEETING

Wednesday, February 21st

5:00 pm / 5:30 – 6:30 pm

Room 103

 

BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION

Thursday, February 22nd

6:00 – 7:30 pm

MacDowell Auditorium

 

SPRING PICTURE DAY

Friday, March 1st

FLYER

 

FAMILY LITERACY NIGHT 📚

Friday, March 1st

6:00 – 7:30 pm

See FLYER 

 

SAZ’S NIGHT – PTO RESTAURANT FUNDRAISER

Wednesday, March 13th

5539 W. State St

11:00am – 8:00 pm

Mention MacDowell – Reservations encouraged

 

FAMILY CONFERENCES 

Wednesday, March 13th and Tuesday, March 19th

3:45 – 7:30 pm

More info to come

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MPS Referendum Will Go to Voters in April 2 Election

MPS Referendum Fact Sheet

On January 11, 2024, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors approved a plan set forth by MPS administration to place a referendum on the April 2, 2024 spring election ballot.

MPS’ plan would secure as many resources as possible for students while being mindful of taxpayers.

Read more about this important action.

~Since 2009, Wisconsin public school funding has not kept pace with inflation. For this reason, public schools across the state are facing budget challenges.

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FAMILY CONFERENCES – Save the Dates!

We will publish sign ups for Conferences in the near future. Conferences will be in person.

~Wednesday, March 13 from 3:45 to 7:30 pm

~Tuesday, March 19 from 3:45 to 7:30 pm

📘 We will have a BOOKFAIR the week of March 18th, more information to come. 📙

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February is Black History Month! The origin of African American history month can be attributed to a week-long celebration created in 1926 by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, who hoped to raise awareness of the history and contributions of African Americans to civilization. It became a month-long celebration in 1976. However, over the past ninety-five years, America has come to realize that Black history is American history. 

 

Milwaukee Public Library Black History Month Resources

 

The Milwaukee Public Library has resources and ideas for books, e-books, audiobooks, e-audiobooks on Black history, stories, life and culture for every age group as well as fun activities and events.

Black History Month · MPL

MPS Black Lives Matter Week of Action is February 5-9 

The Milwaukee community will have opportunities to listen, learn, and add their voices to the Black Lives Matter (BLM) narrative to bring about positive change. Leading off Black History Month in February, Black Lives Matter Week of Action is designed to engage the community in topics related to the principles of Black Lives Matter.   

The theme of the Week of Action is “A Lifetime of Practice, with Power in Our Voice and Action in Our Steps.” Evening events are free and open to the public. The mission of Black Lives Matter is to decrease racial and social disparities by activating our voice, sparking action in our steps, ensuring that equitable practices exist, and uniting humanity for a better tomorrow.  

Find a listing of events and further details here!

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Sports and Activities Update

ELEMENTARY: 🗣️Call For Coaches

Elementary parents/guardians & staff, the Spring season is right around the corner and we are still looking for coaches. The more coaches we have the more kids can participate. Coaches are paid through Milwaukee Recreation. We are currently in need of 1st-3rd Soccer coaches and 4th-5th soccer coaches. 

Please contact Ms. Wanta if you are interested or have any questions: wantalm@milwaukee.k12.wi.us.

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JUNEAU ATHLETICS:

High School Wrestler SPOTLIGHT 

Chris Miller was a conference champion at the 106 pound weight class.

Octavius Billingsley was a conference champion at the 190 pound weight class.

“Billingsley finals match might have been the most exciting match of the day!” – Coach Cory

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IB Update   

January Learner Profile of the Month

There are 10 learner profile traits which describe a broad range of human capacities and responsibilities that go beyond academic success.

This month we are spotlighting: Open-Minded: Students that are open-minded critically appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others. They seek and evaluate a range of points of view, and they are willing to grow from the experience.

Tioluwalase Oni, 9th grade, was voted this month by MacDowell Staff as a student that has shown what it takes to be Open-Minded. Tioluwalase is a new student at MacDowell, having moved here from Nigeria. This young man has been so positive: open to building relationships, getting to know others, learning about his new school/city/country, and also has shown mature reflection in considering how his own culture and personal history intersects with his current status and life situation of being in an entirely new environment. He has jumped into new experiences wholeheartedly, such as joining the basketball team, has continued to reach out for other ways to be involved and gain new experiences, and I have been impressed with his ability to look at situations from a variety of perspectives. This young man has truly been impressive in his open-minded attitude since joining our school community.

 

Congratulations Lase!!

 

January IB Newsletter – HERE

• Tab Wars results
• 10th Grade Personal Project Showcase
• Diploma Program Community Action Service Project Update

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: 

ACT INFORMATION

2024 ACT District Testing Day March 12

MPS high schools will administer the state-required ACT to grade 11 students on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. On this date, only juniors will be in attendance. Freshmen, sophomores, and seniors will not report to school on this date but will engage in asynchronous work. Multi-grade schools on the early start calendar (e.g., K– 12, 3–12, 6–12) will have regular attendance for students not in grades 9, 10, or 12. Students should arrive at school at their regular start time to allow testing to be completed in a timely manner.

2024 PreACT District Testing Day April 10– attendance change

MPS high schools will administer the state-required PreACT to grades 9 and 10 students on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. On this date, all 9th- 12th grade students will be in attendance. Juniors and seniors WILL report to school on this date, this is a change from previously communicated. Multi-grade schools on the early start calendar (e.g., K–12, 3–12, 6–12) will have regular attendance. Students should arrive at school at their regular start time to allow testing to be completed in a timely manner.

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!! OPT-IN TO TEXT MESSAGING ! To receive notices via text message be sure to OPT-IN to text messaging from MPS. Text “Y” to 67587 to receive school notifications, transportation updates, newsletters and important messaging.

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How To Reach Me
If you need to reach me, my phone number is 414-935-1339 and my email is: mossergj@milwaukee.k12.wi.us 

~ Ms. Gail Jaeger        

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QUICK LINKS:

Lunch Menu – February

Staff Emails

MPS Early Start School Calendar

MPS 2024-2025 School Calendar

School Website

IB January Newsletter

Juneau Athletics Dec/Jan Newsletter

Highschool Juneau Boys Basketball Schedule

Unit 4 Letter to Parents

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MacDowell Spotlight

MACDOWELL LIBRARY

Students in our elementary classes worked to complete this “Stick Together” poster last month. They were so excited to see the final results!

“Libraries exist to serve and represent our communities. Each community member is precious and beloved. This library stands with you against racism, against bigotry, against hate.”

To see more happenings in MacDowell’s library follow on FaceBook: http://tinyurl.com/FBMacDlibrary 

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Resources & Events

Join the District Multicultural Multilingual Advisory Council!

DMMAC brings together parents, teachers, administrators, school staff, board members, and community members. The purpose of the council is to advise, advocate, and build the capacity of multilingual/multicultural programming in MPS. The goal is to have parent representation from every school.

Meeting Dates: Attend one or all!

Monday, February 12, 2024 • 5 – 6PM

Monday, March 11, 2024 • 5 – 6PM

Monday, April 8, 2024 • 5 – 6PM

Monday, May 13, 2024 • 5 – 6PM

South Division High School 1515 W. Lapham Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53204

Download a flyer.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nC8UbsbCHhph6XR2Ipub2BhppORQDRYL/view?usp=sharing

Questions? Contact Yolanda Hernández-García at hernanyx@milwaukee.k12.wi.us

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MPS Extended Learning Opportunities is sponsoring several adventures with community partners for students.

Extended Learning Adventures: 

• Most adventures are FREE of charge for MPS students and city of Milwaukee residents (MPS students receive priority registration).
• Adventures may be held during non-school days, winter, spring, and/or summer breaks.
• Some adventures require parent drop-off and pick-up as well as a bag lunch.

Find more information HERE

Upcoming Adventures for No School days: 

Participation request form HERE