Week #28- March 10, 2025
I want to remind everyone that Daylight Saving Time started Sunday, March 9. Clocks were moved forward one hour. Plan accordingly for bedtime and morning routines. Buses will be rolling again tomorrow before daylight.
As you look at the calendar, you will see that it is a busy month for students at MES. I will highlight a few of the schoolwide events here.
The March 10-Day Attendance Challenge started last Monday and will run through this Friday.
This coming Friday is House Day. Wear your House Shirt or House colors.
Fridays in March will be fitness Friday. There will be an activity each Friday centered on wellness and literacy.
3/14/25 HOUSE DAY- Students and staff wear house shirts or colors; There will be games and literacy-based activities for each group.
3/21/25 Read A Shirt Day- Students and staff wear attire with words; Take a Lap for your mind,body,heart and soul during the day and read the shirts that others are wearing. Share stories about the shirts as appropriate.
March 25 is MES Spring Picture Day!
Thursday, March 27 is the last day of school before Spring Break for students. Friday, March 28 is a Teacher Workday.
I also want to share a message from the MES PTO:
Dear MES Families!
We’re excited to reach out to you all! The MES PTO is looking for new board members for the upcoming year. Our mission is to create fun, family-centered events and fundraisers to support our amazing students and dedicated staff at MES. If you're interested in joining our board, please connect with Mr. Baker before our meeting on April 9th. You can find a list of PTO officers and their responsibilities on our MES PTO Facebook page.
In addition, we need your help to make our Spring Carnival an unforgettable success! If you're ready to help, please email us at mesptolions@gmail.com. We're looking for volunteers to assist with planning, organizing, and gathering donations for our auction. Your support is crucial for making this event a hit!
Mark your calendars! Chick-fil-A night is happening on Tuesday, March 18th. If you can spare 30 minutes of your time to help out, please sign up using the link below:
Thank you for being a vital part of our MES community! We can’t wait to see you at these events!
Other Announcements/Reminders from the MES Office:
Please contact the office if you are moving and your child will not be attending MES next year
Also, contact the office if you are moving out of the MES district and you still want to request that your child attend MES next year.
The March 10-Day Attendance Challenge kicks off this week! All students attending the next ten school days will receive free ice cream and students will be entered into drawings for additional prizes or rewards.
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:
Communication with the MES office regarding attendance has been very good in recent weeks. I appreciate the calls and emails each day. You are also very good at sending images of notes from doctors and other appointments. The time you take to contact us is very much appreciated.
Parent & Family Resources & Information:
Activities & Events at MES:
House Day #4- March 14
American Heart Association Assemblies- March 17 (Delay Specials Schedule)
Bus Evacuation Drills- March 18 & 19 (front door)
5th Grade IRW Testing- March 20 (AM)
MES Spring Title I Literacy Night- March 20 (6:00-7:30 PM)
Schoolwide Assembly (Storyteller Barb Lawson)- March 21
Spring Pictures- March 25
Teacher Workday/No School for Students- Friday, March 28
Spring Break- March 31-April 4