Week #21- January 20, 2025

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I enjoy watching the NFL playoffs each year. The photo above tells you as much. Even though my favorite team had a terrible year, I hardly ever miss watching playoff games. I appreciate the high level of planning and execution shown by all of the teams in the playoffs. The games played this weekend were exceptional. 

I approach school leadership from the coaching mindset. As a school, MES is constantly reviewing the game plan, making adjustments, and trying to maximize the talents of each student. I think of the Winter Break as halftime. During this break, everyone is able to catch their breath, get some much-needed nourishment or rest, and make adjustments to the game plan for the second half. I am looking forward to the second half at MES. Great things are on the way!!

Thank you for your continued support and encouragement. 

Have a great week!!

Other Announcements/Reminders from the MES Office:

  • Breakfast and Lunch menus are subject to change, especially with weather closings and delays; The MES office will try to send out changes in a timely manner

  • ERHS Presents PETER PAN. Tickets will go on sale soon. Three Shows: February 20 - 22 @ 7pm, February 23 @ 3pm. Tickets

  • Duke Dog Reading Program- Click HERE for complete information. 

  • January Menus

  • MES Theme and Spirit Days 2024-2025

  • MES Library Information: Library Catalog Tutorial explains how families can access the MES Library Catalog and how to use the search, history and hold features of the catalog.   Learn more at the MES Library Website.

  • Attendance Tip: A bumpy school calendar increases the challenge of maintaining nighttime and morning routines. To the extent that you are able, especially with younger kids or ones that struggle in the morning, maintain a routine across long weekends and breaks. 

Parent & Family Resources & Information: 

Activities & Events at MES:

Schools Closed for Holiday- January 20

Winter Growth Assessments for Grades 3-5- January 22 & 23 

MES House Day- January 24

MES Spirit Day- January 27

RCPS School Board Meeting @ EMS- January 27

MES PTO Meeting- February 5