November 7, 2024 Upcoming Events / Meetings DAC (District Advisory Council) MEETING Thursday, November 7th 6:00 pm District Advisory Council Zoom Link PICTURE DAY Monday, November 11th Forms sent home this week CAMP UPHAM WOODS TRIP - Middle School November 11 - 14...
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October 31, 2024 Upcoming Events / Meetings LAST DAYS !- MILWAUKEE MAKER SCHOOL FUNDRAISER Now - Sunday, November 3rd : Online A selection of items created by local Milwaukee artisans. FINAL OPPORTUNITY FOR HIGH SCHOOL EARLY ENROLLMENT Now until November 4th Apply...
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October 10, 2024 Upcoming Events / Meetings WELLNESS DAY Friday, October 11th *7th - 12th grade students HOMECOMING DANCE - Under the Autumn Moon Saturday, October 12th Middle school students 5:00-7:00 pm - tickets available at the door with permission slip : $10 High...
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Fall Conferences 2024 Sign Up Links
Conference Sign Up Fall 2024 MacDowell Montessori Monday, October 14th, and Wednesday, October 16th 3:45-7:30 PM Please view the sign-up and find a convenient time for you to meet with your child’s teacher. If these times do not work for you, please contact your...
MacDowell Newsletter Volume 8 – 2024
October 25, 2024
HALLOWEEN AT MACDOWELL:
We understand that Halloween is an exciting time for the children and we hope that there will be many ways that they celebrate the holiday with their family at home. At MacDowell we do not have Halloween celebrations in the classroom; this is so that we can keep the school day consistent and free from distraction for all of our students and support the students’ learning and focus while they are at school.
Please note: Children are not to come to school with candy or arrive dressed in Halloween costume.
Thank you for your understanding.
Principal Corona
Upcoming Events / Meetings
CAMP UPHAM WOODS Paperwork Support Session
Middle School Parents of interested students
Monday, October 28th
3:30-4:30 pm
MILWAUKEE MAKER SCHOOL FUNDRAISER
Now – November 3rd : Online
A selection of items created by local Milwaukee artisans.
More info below
HIGH SCHOOL ENROLLMENT
Now until November 4th
Apply online https://mpsmke.com/hsapp
NO SCHOOL
Tuesday, November 5th – Election Day
Note: this is different from an earlier distributed district calendar
SAZ’S FUNDRAISER NIGHT
Tuesday, November 5th
11:00am – 8:00pm
MAKE A RESERVATION – or order carry out
See flyer below
PICTURE DAY
Monday, November 11th
CAMP UPHAM WOODS TRIP – Middle School
November 11 – 14
CLUB’S CHOICE FUNDRAISER PICK UP
Tuesday, November 12th
3:30-4:30
~West side of green space west of school
SEC / PTO MEETING
Wednesday November 13th
5:00 / 5:30 pm
Room 103
ETHNIC POTLUCK
SAVE THE DATE
Wednesday, November 20th
5:30-7:00 pm
– more info to come
Picture packages can be ordered in advance online at www.mylifetouch.com
Use the MacDowell order ID: EVTTQDFJQ
*Pictures of all students will be taken, whether or not picture packages are ordered. These photos are used in our school yearbooks.Forms will be sent home the week prior to the picture date. If you chose to order using the paper order form, please send it along with a check on picture day, November 11th.
If you order online, there is no need to return the paper form.
If families do not order a picture package in advance they will receive a picture proof afterward, with instructions to order pictures online if they wish. Proofs arrive approximately one week after photos are taken.
COLDER WEATHER
As the season begins to turn colder, please remember that younger students should have spare clothing for colder weather in their backpack/bookbag. If you have not already done so, now is the time to replace their clothing with warmer weather attire. Please label items!
Families that are in need of Holiday support, warm weather gear, food, etc. are encouraged to contact Ms. Rachel Jacobson, School Social Worker. Desk (Office) Number: (414) 935-1432
Text/Cell (Google Voice): (507) 384-9078, jacobsr@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
Library Circulation Starts Opening !
The library opens for circulation this week (for Grades 1-6) and the week of October 28th for all other grade levels. The excitement to visit the library and explore all the fun, interesting titles is flowing throughout elementary.
🌮Thank you to all families that contributed to our Staff Taco Bar on Conference night. It was a wonderful spread with numerous desserts and enjoyed by many. MacDowell’s community is the best!🌮
ATTENTION ALL 4TH GRADE FAMILIES!
Fourth grade students are eligible for a free membership for the whole family to Riveredge Nature Center in Saukville, Wisconsin!
All parents or guardians have to do is fill out this short online form. Membership includes free hiking all year in their 485 acre natural sanctuary, discounts on programs and merchandise, exclusive events, free snowshoe rentals, and more!
Notes From Your Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)
ELECTION DAY BAKE SALE BAKERS NEEDED!
On Tuesday, November 5th, MacDowell will be a polling place for the Presidential election with seats up for Senate and Congress, and a referendum.
We are expecting significant voter turnout! Let’s give those voters the opportunity to support our school by buying baked goods. Sign up via the link to donate treats and/or to sit at the table and sell goods. Feel free to send bagged cookies, brownies, rice crispy treats, and similar with your student on Monday November 4th or drop off on Tuesday morning. All pre-portioned items will be sold for $1 each, this makes the math very easy for our table team.
Thanks for supporting the PTO!
MILWAUKEE MAKERS FUNDRAISER
Milwaukee Maker Fundraiser has officially gone live (Oct 14-Nov 3). We encourage you to share this link with family, friends and neighbors who might also be interested in shopping local while supporting our school – even if they are out of town, orders can be shipped. Pick-up orders will be ready the first week of December at the school.https://www.makerymaven.com/milwaukee-maker-fundraiser-macdowell
So many options and price points – great gift giving ideas!!
SAVE THE DATE: Restaurant Fundraisers
Lou Malnati’s (Brookfield and Greenfield locations) carry out only – December 12th
Krispy Kreme online dozen donut voucher – all November and December
Dave and Busters power card deal – month of December
QDoba Miller Parkway – January 14th
Middle and High School Families
MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMP OPPORTUNITY
MacDowell is offering an overnight camping trip opportunity to 7th and 8th graders. Camp Upham Woods in Baraboo WI runs November 11 – November 14. Students received a packet with information, eligibility criteria, and forms to fill out if interested. This is a first come first serve opportunity for 56 students.
There will be a paperwork support session with Ms. Schertz on Monday October 28th 3:30-4:30pm to assist families in completing the required forms and submit a copy of insurance cards.
All forms and fees with a copy of insurance card are due no later than November 1st.
APPLY NOW! HIGH SCHOOL ENROLLMENT
Open for Fall 2025 NOW through Monday, November 4, 2024.
**Grade 8 students currently enrolled at MacDowell Montessori, must complete an application and put their current school as their first choice if they want to continue at MacDowell going into grade 9. Applicants already enrolled in grade 8 at MacDowell do not compete with other applicants for a spot in grade 9.**
Visit the MPS High School Enrollment website for more information and to apply. HERE
REMINDER – NEXT WEEK
SIGN UP FOR SENIOR PHOTO SESSIONS !!
Once again professional photographer Parent Volunteers have offered to provide our Seniors with a free photo session at MacDowell on October 29th. Sign up for free 15 minute sessions here: https://tinyurl.com/r33s6t83
Sports and Activities Update
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS:
Winter sports registration will be open October 7- November 25. There will be tryouts and cuts for several teams, so it is important that athletes are fully registered AND cleared prior to day 1 of practice. The start dates are below. Get registered online: https://mpsathletics-ar.rschooltoday.com/home
If you have any questions, reach out to the athletic director, Ms. Schenk at schenkao@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
Athletic Schedules: https://www.mccathletics.org/public/genie/1190/school/64/
Purchase Online Tickets: https://gofan.co/app/school/WI19445
ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS:
UNIFORM RETURN AND TEAM PHOTO- All athletes should bring their uniforms to final practice to take a team photo and then return uniforms to MacDowell.
Call For Coaches!
🎾We are looking for a 5th-8th grade Tennis head coach and assistant coach for the Spring season. If interested please contact Ms Wanta at wantalm@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
Questions about your students’ sports teams? Join the Remind group where all practice and game information is updated regularly, or email Ms Wanta at wantalm@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
Fall Sports Remind Links
- ⚽1-3 Soccer Team 1: https://www.remind.com/join/e74hh6h
- ⚽1-3 Soccer Team 2: https://www.remind.com/join/h62e48
- ⚽4-5 Soccer: https://www.remind.com/join/b9ad44e
- 🏐4-5 Volleyball: https://www.remind.com/join/2d3de7
- 🏀6-8 Girls Basketball: https://www.remind.com/join/ga3dh8
🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵
Musical Theater Club starts TODAY Thursday October 24 from 3-4:30.
Club Remind Links
- ♟️Tuesday Chess Club: https://www.remind.com/join/c68gd4
- ♟️Thursday Chess Club: https://www.remind.com/join/g7b2kf2
General Reminders
~Do you wish you could see pictures of your child highlighted in MacDowell’s Newsletter? Be sure they have a current media release on file for the 2024-2025 school year. Feel free to print and return filled out forms to school, forms also available in the main office. Media Release Form SY24-25 We now have a digital version parents can fill out online: https://permission.click/LjGEG/int/signee-info
There are so many great things happening in our school we love to share with the community. Any questions, or if you need assistance, contact Parent Coordinator Gail Jaeger.
~All school newsletters will be sent via email and text on Thursday and will not be sent as a paper copy unless requested. If families would also like to receive a paper newsletter for red folders, please fill out this form HERE: https://forms.gle/qtgUbEcjqSx3sae47
OPT IN TO TEXT MESSAGING !!!
To receive a newsletter link via text message be sure to OPT-IN to text messaging from MPS. Text “Y” to 67587 to receive school notifications, newsletters and important messaging.
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
QUICK LINKS:
Lunch Menu – K – 8 October
Lunch Menu – 9-12th October
MacDowell Spotlight
WELLNESS DAY 2024
As Part of our Montessori Philosophy we strive to provide each child with an opportunity to make a deeper connection in our school day. Wellness Day is a day where students are allowed to leave the classroom and enter the community to experience a connection that will help their academic, social, mental and physical wellness. On October 11th students were given a wide array of choices to participate in: Apple Picking, Basketball Tournament, Ice Skating, Bowling, Wauwatosa Village Walk, Milwaukee Zoo, Mario Kart Tournament, Quiet Reading Time, Pumpkin Painting, Yard Games and MORE.
Here are some highlights to this rejuvenating, fun day for our Adolescents.
Community Resources and Events
Ways to Support your Students at Home
- Read with them every day / Encourage them to read every day. Looking for great book recommendations for your child? Check out the MPS Reads lists here
- Support math at home. Regularly ask them to practice counting coins, telling time, skip counting, basic math facts.
- Create a quiet calm space for homework or reading.
- Ensure they get enough sleep so they are able to work to their fullest potential at school.
- Give your child responsibilities around the house with clear and reasonable expectations. Setting/clearing the table, making their bed, washing/putting away dishes, peeling vegetables, sweeping floors, making lunch, helping with laundry, yard work, feeding animals, etc. Framing these as their responsibility as members of the household, and not requests to “help out”, increases their independence, and cultivates daily mindful and responsible action.