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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...
MacDowell Newsletter Volume 7 – 2024
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MacDowell Newsletter Volume 6 – 2024
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...
Share Your Voice as MPS Seeks Its Next Superintendent
MPS is searching for its next superintendent! This individual will lead the district to deliver a high-quality education for students, support families, inspire staff, and enhance the community. The Milwaukee Board of School Directors has selected Hazard Young Attea...
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 10 – 2024
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
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
Wednesday, November 20th
5:30-7:00 pm
Join us for an evening of food and community
RSVP https://tinyurl.com/MacDEthnic2024
NO SCHOOL – THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 27 – 29
Classes resume Monday 12/2
PHOTO RETAKE DAY
Wednesday, December 11th
ELEMENTARY WINTER CONCERT
Thursday, December 12th
6:00 – 7:30 pm
MONDAY IS PICTURE DAY!!
Picture order forms went home this week. 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. 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.
Middle and High School Families
IB 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: KNOWLEDGEABLE: Students that develop and use conceptual understanding, exploring knowledge across a range of disciplines.They engage with issues and ideas that have local and global significance.
Aiden Riplinger, 10th grade, was voted this month by staff as a student that has shown what it takes to be knowledgeable. He is a bright young man who demonstrates the application of chemistry content and knowledge when he learns something new. He often thinks about how the content relates to ideas and things outside of the classroom based on his personal experience or general observations.
Keep up the great work Aiden!
Find this and more in October’s IB Newsletter HERE. A link to the current IB newsletter can always be found in our Quick Links below. October topics include MYP “A New Nation” Unit, Science Water Ecology, 9th grade Design Community Newsletters, Community Service Occupation, beginning stages of 10th grade Personal Projects, 12th grade IB work introductions, and much more!
Sports and Activities Update
ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS
Offered this winter:
- 6-8th Cheerleading
- 6-8th Volleyball
- 1st-3rd Basketball, lotteries were drawn today and paperwork going home by week’s end
- 4th-5th Basketball, lotteries were drawn today and paperwork going home by week’s end
Call For Coaches!
🏀We are in need of a 4-5 coed Basketball coach for this winter season. Head coaches are paid through Milwaukee Recreation. The season runs from mid November to early March, games are held on Saturday afternoons, and practices are on Thursdays after school. If you are interested please contact Ms Wanta at wantalm@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
🎾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
Fall Sports Remind Links
- 🏀6-8 Girls Basketball: https://www.remind.com/join/ga3dh8
Club Remind Links
- ♟️Tuesday Chess Club: https://www.remind.com/join/c68gd4
- ♟️Thursday Chess Club: https://www.remind.com/join/g7b2kf2
- 🎲Tabletop Adventure Gaming: https://www.remind.com/join/8e39k3f
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS
Winter sports registration is open until 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. 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
In Case You Missed It
DONORS CHOOSE – MS SCHERTZ WOODLAND GARDEN
Two years ago, funded in part by Donors Choose and in part by our Montessori Adolescent Microeconomy, we started a native wildlife garden in front of our school.
This year we are seeking to expand that garden and increase the biodiversity in the microhabitat.
You can find Ms. Schertz request, as well as other MacDowell teacher requests at this link:
https://www.donorschoose.org/donors/search.html?school=32463
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 colder weather attire. Please label items!
LOST AND FOUND: I’ll be bringing items up from the cafeteria this week. Be sure to stop in and check the table in the main lobby if your child is missing sweatshirts or more.
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
Notes From Your Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)
October PTO Minutes HERE
KRISPY KREME DIGITAL DOZENS – $15
Going on now until December 31st
Order online and receive a voucher to redeem at any participating Krispy Kreme location.
MacDowell PTO receives back 50% from every voucher sold.
Milwaukee area location :
2900 S. 108th St, West Allis, WI 53227
https://www.groupraise.com/oc/49247/5T883G
SAVE THE DATE: Restaurant Fundraisers
Lou Malnati’s (Brookfield and Greenfield locations) carry out only – December 12th
Dave and Busters power card deal – month of December
QDoba Miller Parkway – January 14th
General Reminders
WEATHER CLOSING INFORMATION
Winter weather will be here before we know it! As winter conditions arrive, please be alert for school closings. The decision to close school will be posted on the MPS website, MPS X and Facebook pages, and on all major television and news stations.
MEDIA RELEASE ON FILE
~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 November
Lunch Menu – 9-12th November
MacDowell Spotlight
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL ALL-CONFERENCE
The Juneau Varsity volleyball team showcased three All-Conference performers this season.
2nd team all-conference – Samayah Randle
1st team all-conference – Kilia Mathis
1st team all-conference – Michaela Ferguson
For this honor, student-athletes are chosen as the top athletes in their team sport by the opposing coaches. This is initiated by each coach nominating players from their team. A ballot is then sent to all coaches to vote for the best players, but coaches are not allowed to vote for players from their team.
Congratulations ladies!!
The Varsity finished the season with a record of 13-11-2, 7-0 in conference play and 3rd place in the conference tournament. As a team Juneau volleyball has been promoted to the Gold Division so we are now in the same league as Reagan, King, MSL, Hamilton, and Pulaski.