Upcoming Events / Meetings

ETHNIC POTLUCK

Wednesday, November 20th

5:30-7:00 pm

Join us for an evening of food and community

KRISPY KREME DIGITAL DOZEN FUNDRAISER

Now until December 31st

More info below

NO SCHOOL – THANKSGIVING BREAK

November 27 – 29

Classes resume Monday 12/2

PHOTO RETAKE DAY

Monday, December 9th

MILWAUKEE MAKERS FUNDRAISER PICKUP

Monday, December 9th

3:00 – 4:00pm – school store, main lobby

ELEMENTARY WINTER CONCERT

Thursday, December 12th

6:00 – 7:30 pm

ETHNIC POTLUCK – 

A longstanding event from MacDowell’s past is making a comeback! The fun and fulfilling Ethnic Potluck returns next Wednesday November 20th from 5:30-7:00 pm. Please join us for an evening of shared food and conversation. Bring a dish to share (feeds 10 people) from your heritage or family favorite dish. Join us in the cafeteria for social camaraderie and good eats. RSVP here: https://tinyurl.com/MacDEthnic2024

We could use volunteers to keep an eye on the food line. Contact Gail Jaeger if you are interested – mossergj@milwaukee.k12.wi.us

            

ATTENDANCE LINE 

Families- please note that ALL absences need to be called into the office attendance line: 414-935-1460. Notifying / emailing the child’s teacher is an option in addition to calling the office. The office must be notified first and foremost.

If you are picking a student up early, call the main office ahead of time, to give sufficient time for staff to notify the classroom, 414-935-1400. Thank You !

PICTURE RETAKE DAY

Students who were absent on Picture Day this week will have an opportunity to have their picture taken on our Retake Day which will be Monday, December 9th.

MORNING DROP OFF SAFETY 

Elementary Families – Please use the car drop off line on 64th St. 

Reminder: traffic moves North to South for all drop offs. For the safety of our students and drivers we ask that children are not dropped off across the street and then cross through the active car line. We all want the children to enter school safe and on time. To keep the flow going we make the car line a priority. If you desire to walk your child to the door please approach from the north and park down the street past the fence line. We thank you for your cooperation. 

SPIRIT WEAR UPDATE:

Dunn’s Sporting Goods is finishing up with our MacDowell gear! We hope to have Spirit Wear orders to families next week. Thank you for your support!  ~ Ms. Jaeger

Middle and High School Families 

STAY TUNED: WASHINGTON DC TRIP – Eligible Freshman 

Be on the watch for a parent meeting in early January to explain eligibility and dates for this free trip funded by Herb Kohl Philanthropies. The trip will be February 10 – 14, 2025.

Sports and Activities Update

ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS

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 

⚽ We are looking for a 6th-8th grade Soccer 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 

Winter Sports Remind Links

• 🏀1-3 Basketball Team 1: https://www.remind.com/join/ha9843a 
• 🏀1-3 Basketball Team 2: https://www.remind.com/join/36f428 
• 🏀4-5 Basketball: https://www.remind.com/join/82h96g 
• 🏐6-8 Volleyball Team 1: https://www.remind.com/join/cghdh6 
• 🏐6-8 Volleyball Team 2: https://www.remind.com/join/7fdfcgg 
• 📣6-8 Cheerleading: https://www.remind.com/join/29f846 

 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 

Middle & High School Chess Club Interest Form

Middle & High School students will have the opportunity to participate in Chess Club this school year.

• Chess Club will be held on Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30, starting Dec. 3, 2024. In room 334.
• Capacity is 20 students. If needed, a lottery will be performed to determine participation.
• Please fill out this Google Form to participate https://forms.gle/8XTEwLbief1xCXXU8 
• Any questions? Please contact Ms Wanta at wantalm@milwaukee.k12.wi.us 

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 

Notes From Your Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)

October PTO Minutes HERE

NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, December 11th 5:30pm. Join for the School Engagement Council meeting at 5:00pm to hear Principal Corona present on school stats, projects and test scores. 

THANK YOU !! to all the families that contributed to our Election Day bake sale. Supply and Demand were outstanding and the PTO made over $900!!! Any items leftover after election day were brought out and sold to our Adolescent students the next day. Also want to give a shout out to the volunteers that gave their time to sell items last Tuesday and Wednesday. Your commitment to our organization does not go unnoticed. 

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

In Case You Missed It

LOST AND FOUND: I brought lost items up from the cafeteria last week. The table and rack are overflowing with sweatshirts!!  Be sure to stop in and check the table in the main lobby if your child is missing sweatshirts or more. 

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.

~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:

MPS School Calendar

School Website

IB October Newsletter

Lunch Menu – K – 8 November

Lunch Menu – 9-12th November

 

From The WIAA – 

As part of our partnership with DICK’S Sporting Goods, we share this information with the membership for your benefit if you choose to take advantage of the opportunity.

 DICK’S Sporting Goods is providing all athletes, coaches, and member schools of the WIAA with exclusive coupons. Get everything needed for the upcoming season and save money at DICK’S Sporting Goods.

 Click on the coupon link below.

 These coupons are for in-store purchases only and are valid through 2024. The coupons can be printed off or displayed from any mobile device to be redeemed at the store. You can also access these coupons at any time by visiting the WIAA website and clicking into the DICK’S Sporting Goods web banners.

 WIAA Team Packet Coupons – CLICK HERE

MacDowell  Spotlight

PRIMARY FOODRIGHT

Beginning in mid-October MacDowell’s extended day Primary students have been participating in FoodRight classes. Led by the classroom teacher and volunteers every Wednesday afternoon over 6 weeks. Our youngest student-chefs explore where food comes from, experiment with growing microgreens, learn about nutritious foods, & prepare simple & delicious plant-based dishes. These photos showcase our students’ microgreen harvest which they incorporated into a tasty salad with homemade ranch dressing. Smiles from most students… but not everyone was a fan. They all enjoy the experience and lessons. 

Community Resources and Events

You’re Invited to the 2024 Milwaukee Fatherhood Summit

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson encourages all Fathers, Grandfathers, Future Fathers and Father Figures, to attend the 19th Annual Milwaukee Fatherhood Summit. Don’t miss this one-stop resource fair connecting Milwaukee fathers and families to dynamic workshops, educational sessions, and more!

Saturday, November 16 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Milwaukee Academy of Science, 2000 W. Kilbourn Ave.

Free admission – Pre-registration required

Free pick-up and drop-off ( North Side and South Side locations)

Food will be provided plus raffles, gift cards and more!

Workshops:  

• Co-Parenting Without Cohabitation    
• Impacts Panel on African American Males with Dr. Richard Cross   
• Accountability for Domestic Violence 
• Pardon vs. Expungement·        
• Understanding Mental Wellness

Resources and Services:

• Health literacy
• Health screenings, vaccines and testing
• Parenting & Child Support interest debt relief
• Employment & Education
• and more!

Don’t wait! Register today to attend the 2024 Milwaukee Fatherhood Summit at milwaukee.gov/fatherhood. 

 Staff from the City of Milwaukee  Office of African American Affairs are available to answer questions Monday-Friday: 414-286-0222.

 URBAN ECOLOGY CENTER – School’s Out Adventure Days

Outdoor exploration, nature play, hiking, climbing, creating, and skill building for ages 7 to 12 years while school’s out during the year! Kindergarten : kids will have an active day outdoors hiking, climbing trees, bird watching, bug catching and playing in the park. They’ll explore and question through outdoor play, games, imaginary play and more.

The seats are limited and given on a first-come first-serve basis. Register K4/K5 HERE. Register 1st-4th graders HERE.

Remaining 2024 Dates:

• Monday Dec 23rd  @ Riverside Park UEC
• Winter Break- Dec 26th-27th, 30th @ Riverside Park UEC
• Spring Break- March 24th-28th 2025 @ Washington Park UEC