October 3, 2024

Upcoming Events / Meetings

FUNDRAISER – CLUB’S CHOICE

NOW – October 11th

Forms sent home last week – more info below

Pickup 11/12 3:30 – 4:30

DISTRICT ADVISORY COUNCIL (DAC)

Today, October 3rd 

6:00-7:30 pm

Join Zoom Meeting Link: HERE

Meeting ID: 875 3889 7498

Passcode: 589892

THIS JUST IN!! ➡️

PAPA JOHNS RESTAURANT FUNDRAISER 

Monday, October 7th

10:00am – 10:00pm

7520 W. Greenfield Ave

Promo code : PJFund15

Mention MacDowell Montessori – call ahead or order online

HOMECOMING WEEK

October 7 – 12

*7th – 12th grade students

See flyer for dress up days, activity and dance information

9th GRADE OPEN HOUSE
For 8th grade students and their families
Wednesday, October 9th
5:00-7:00 pm FLYER

MIDDLE SCHOOL NIGHT – Volleyball Game
Wednesday, October 9th
At MacDowell
5:00–8:00pm

More information below

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 school students 7:30-10:00 pm – purchase tickets in the main office or at the door: $10

FLYER

MILWAUKEE MAKER SCHOOL FUNDRAISER

October 14th – November 3rd : Online

A selection of items created by local Milwaukee artisans. Flyer and webpage coming.

40% of sales come back to MacDowell. Intro FLYER

PTO is offering this option to offer a different selection than other fundraisers.

Homecoming 2024

 OCTOBER 7-12TH

*7th- 12th graders

**MIDDLE SCHOOLERS (7/8th grade) must purchase dance tickets at the door with signed parent permission slip

**High school outside guest forms can be picked up in the main office

PARENT -TEACHER CONFERENCES
Monday,     10/14 3:45 – 7:30 PM
Wednesday,  10/16 3:45 – 7:30 PM
Conferences will take place in person

7th-8th grade students will conduct Student Led Conferences.
Please stay tuned for more information, including Conference sign ups!
Plan to visit our Book Fair on both Monday AND Wednesday, sponsored by Rainbow Booksellers.

There will be no school on Friday, 10/18 and Monday 10/21

ONLINE MACDOWELL SPIRIT WEAR SALE IS LIVE NOW!

Sales Flyer

Items include MacDowell t-shirts, hoodies, polos & more. We’ve added some navy options so our Middle School sports fans can match team uniforms. Orders will be delivered to the school and then distributed through student backpacks.  

*Disclaimer: There is typically a 4 to 5 week turnaround to get all apparel ordered, printed, and sorted AFTER the store has come offline. 

Sale Closes 10/13 @ 11:59pm  https://macdowell-spirit-24.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Middle and High School Families 

WELLNESS DAY 

October 11th *7th-12th graders

On Wednesday, September 25th, middle and high school students were shown the opportunities and choices for Wellness Day during their Advisory Class.  On Thursday, September 26th, students signed up for activities on a first-come, first-served basis. Students absent Thursday chose an activity as soon as they returned. Field trip forms were distributed on Tuesday 10/1 during advisory. A returned form, as well as any payment are due by October 4th to the teacher running the activity.  HERE are the Wellness Day Choices for 2024.

MIDDLE SCHOOL NIGHT

The Milwaukee Juneau Pioneers Volleyball team would like to invite all middle school athletes in grades 6-8 to attend the Homecoming Volleyball matches against Bay View High School on October 9th. The JV match begins at 5:00pm with the Varsity contest beginning at 6:30pm. Join the teams for pizza, cold drinks, and maybe a pre-game dance party. 

Please complete the interest form by October 7th for your child attending so Coach Jaeger knows how many pizzas to purchase. We hope to see you and your family in the stands as we look to continue our successful conference campaign in the Milwaukee City Conference and cheer on your Juneau Pioneers!

Google Form Link: HERE 

Ticket link: https://gofan.co/app/school/WI19445

MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL GAME

Friday, October 18th

7:00pm

Join the Juneau Volleyball team watching Marquette University in an exciting Big East matchup against DePaul University. The match takes place at the Al McGuire Center on Marquette’s campus. Tickets are available through this link, with a special group discount, for $2.00. It is a fantastic family friendly event to watch some exciting volleyball action at the highest level of competition. Coach Jaeger and Coach Maiter hope you choose to join the team. Doors open at 6pm with seating first come first serve, come early and watch warmups.  

Tickets : https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Milwaukeejuneau2

SENIOR PHOTOS 📷
Senior Photos are due March 1st.
Baby Photos & Quotes are also due at this time.
Submission Link: HERE

Once again professional photographer Parent Volunteers have offered to provide our Seniors with a free photo session at MacDowell on October 29th. 

Watch next week for a signup distributed to the Senior class. Fifteen minute sessions will be offered with the option to take photos outside. Students are welcome to use this service or acquire Senior pictures on their own. 

IB UPDATE

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: Inquirer: We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life.

Octavius Billingsley, 11th grade, was voted this month by staff as a student that has shown what it takes to be an inquirer. He often asks pertinent questions to deepen his understanding of math concepts, particularly as it pertains to real-world applications. He enjoys explaining his thought process and often wonders whether there’s a different approach to problem solving which may be more efficient. 

Keep up the great inquiry Octavius!!

 

September IB Newsletter HERE

• Middle school Pacer Test
• Science Simple Machines
• Spanish Club Pen Pals
• MYP Biology using chemical model kits
• Diploma Programme Acclimation

Volunteers Needed

TACOS FOR TEACHERS: On Wednesday October 16th we will host dinner for our teachers and staff immediately after school – before Conferences. If you are able to make or buy an item to contribute to this meal, or help with set up or clean up, please sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/mvjj5kkt

BOOK FAIR HELP: We need help setting up our book fair the morning of October 14th, browsing hours during the afternoon, as well as working the book fair during both sessions, 10/14 and 10/16. 

Sign up HERE : https://tinyurl.com/mh2x28ch

Sports and Activities Update

CHESS CLUB INTEREST FORMS

Chess Club interest forms for 2nd-6th graders were due 9AM Today, Oct. 3rd to be entered in the lottery. Students chosen from the lottery will be notified by the end of day Friday 10/4. 

Chess Club runs October 15th – December 12th.

If you are interested in volunteering please contact Ms. Wanta the Sports and Activities Coordinator at wantalm@milwaukee.k12.wi.us 

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS:

Athletic Schedules:  https://www.mccathletics.org/public/genie/1190/school/64/

Purchase Online Tickets:   https://gofan.co/app/school/WI19445 

Winter sports season (basketball, cheer, and wrestling) will begin in November. Stay tuned for more details in upcoming newsletters.  If you have any questions, reach out to the athletic director, Ms. Schenk at schenkao@milwaukee.k12.wi.us

ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS:

CALL FOR COACHES!

 🏀We are looking an assistant coach for our 4th-5th coed basketball team this winter. The season runs from Dec-Mar, games are held on Saturday afternoons, and practices on Thursdays after school. If you’re excited to inspire the next generation of basketball players, please contact Ms. Wanta at wantalm@milwaukee.k12.wi.us  Join us in making this a memorable season! 🏀

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 
• 👟5-8 Cross Country: https://www.remind.com/join/eehh64 
• 🏀6-8 Girls Basketball: https://www.remind.com/join/ga3dh8 

In Case You Missed It:

PTO Fundraiser going on now 9/26-10/11 

• Club Choice Order flyers and forms were sent home in Thursday Folders. 
• Sell items online at www.clubschoicefundraising.com/register

Use group code MACD23

• • Forms and monies are due by October 11th to the school office.
  • One check payable to MacDowell PTO
  • Pick up will be November 12th. 

• PTO raises funds for events and programs that are not covered by the school budget, such as prom, back to school picnic, field trip transportation and more.

If you wish to support the PTO but do not want to fundraise, please consider a donation to the Un Fundraiser. 100% of your donation goes directly to the PTO. Cash or Check only.

Un fundraiser form HERE

PTO will host another fundraiser starting October 14th featuring items from Milwaukee Artisans. Watch for a flyer and webpage coming soon. MacDowell’s PTO is working on providing a variety of options to help our school. Feel free to contribute in the ways that work for your family. Any measure of help is appreciated.  

The next PTO meeting of the year is October 23rd at 5:30pm. After the 5:00pm Title I Meeting.

SEEKING LIBRARY VOLUNTEERS!

Ms. Raasch is recruiting volunteers to support and increase library opportunities for all ages. Volunteers can supervise book check-in and checkouts for students, support general library upkeep including reshelving and inventory of books, textbooks, and other resources, or help develop and create engaging displays for various months of celebration. Days and times are flexible and can be arranged to accommodate your schedule. Ms. Raasch loves collaborating with inspired volunteers who are motivated to enrich the Macdowell Library experience for all students. Volunteers are encouraged to connect with Ms. Raasch via email for more details: raaschTL@milwaukee.k12.wi.us

DRIVER’S ED STATE TUITION WAIVER

Is your student looking to start Drivers Education soon? Students who qualify for free/reduced lunch may apply below to have their classroom and behind-the-wheel driver training for a Class D  (Regular) drivers license paid for through the Driver Education Grant Program. Students with grants can enroll in any driver education program offered by an authorized driver education provider. The tuition will be paid directly to the Driver Training school.

https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv/teen-driver/teen-sfty/degrant.aspx

Information on all the steps needed to obtain a driver license is available at wisconsindmv.gov/teendriver.

General Reminders

COLDER WEATHER: As the season has turned 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.

LOST AND FOUND: Please check the lost and found when you are in the building. Please label items! Light jackets and hoodies are often a large part of our lost and found – labeling these items will help us return lost items to their owner. At the end of the month and each subsequent month we will box up all items to prepare for donation. 

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

OPT IN TO TEXT MESSAGING

• I send school newsletters via email every week, on Thursday evening. You will receive this via email and also text message if you have opted into text messaging. School newsletters often include timely resources, school information, events, meetings, photos of our students, and so much more. If you want to receive this link via text message you must opt into the system. 
• To opt in, families should send a text message to the number 67587 with “Y” in the message.

QUICK LINKS:

MPS School Calendar

School Website

IB September Newsletter

Lunch Menu – K – 8 October

Lunch Menu – 9-12th October

MacDowell  Spotlight

LOWER ELEMENTARY FOODRIGHT

Our lower elementary classes spent a day in September picking the harvest from our school garden. Ms. Stephani and students harvested 4.2 lbs cherry tomatoes, 3.1 lbs mini roma tomatoes, 3 small eggplants (1/4 lb), 6.8 lbs red potatoes, 8 lbs Yukon gold potatoes and 9 small hot peppers. Many of these ingredients were used to make a Salsa Fresca in their next session, with rave reviews by many students. Find the recipe HERE.

MIDDLE SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY

MacDowell’s middle school cross country team has been working hard and growing in confidence over the last few weeks. Each member of the team has grown in both speed and stamina and most importantly in believing in themselves.  All 39 kids on the team have been practicing hard which is paying off for their weekly meets. They are an impressive group of kids!!

Community Resources and Events

YOU CAN GET A WISCONSIN STATE ID CARD FOR FREE

To get a free ID card, you will need to take a few documents to your Division of Motor Vehicles office. 

There’s a long list of documents you can use below, but most people will be fine with a certified birth certificate, a Social Security card and a utility bill or cell phone bill. You’ll notice that some records, like a certified birth certificate, satisfy more than one category.

Just be sure to bring originals — photocopies don’t work — and check the box that says “ID for Free” on your application. Once it’s complete, you’ll get a receipt that you can use at the polls until your state ID arrives by mail.

For more information about getting a free state ID card, visit the Wisconsin Division of Motor Vehicles website.

https://bringit.wi.gov/how-do-i-get-free-state-id-card