
05/25 McMicken Family Connection

Principal's Corner
A Word from Your Principal
Dear Families,
Can you believe how quickly this year has gone? It's hard to believe that we only have 14 days of school left before summer break. In the next 14 days, our students are hard at work to show how much they've grown this year and are getting ready for our end of year activities, like Spirit Week, Field Day, and more! This is always an exciting time of year for students and a wonderful time to celebrate all their hard work this year. We're so thankful to have you in our community, and we can't wait to see how our partnerships continue to grow.
In collaboration,
😄 Principal Haas
Last Chance to Buy Yearbooks!
Visit O'Connor Yearbooks website to order!
Cancelled: 5th Grade Field Trip
Due to unforeseen circumstances, all the 5th grade field trips to the Cedar River Watershed have been cancelled this year. Mrs. Young's class was scheduled for June 6, Ms. Tranholt's June 7th, and Mrs. Goo's June 13. Please reach out to your child's 5th grade teacher if you have any questions.
Spirit Week (June 12-16)
Join us for our last Spirit Week of the school year from Monday, June 12th to Friday, June 16th!
Monday, June 12th: Pajama Day
We know Mondays can be hard. Especially for the last Monday of the year. Roll out of bed and come to school for Pajama Day.
Tuesday, June 13th: Decade Day
Every 10 years is a decade. Every 10 years there are a lot of different styles! 80’s, 90’s, 10’s, 20’s? Choose a decade to wear clothes from for Decade Day.
Wednesday, June 14th: Mismatch Day
Stripes and polka dots? Light green and dark purple? Different socks or different shoes? Have some fun by wearing clothes that don’t match for Mismatch Day
Thursday, June 15th: Sports Day (Field Day)
Wear your sports or comfy clothes to be ready for
Field Day! Shorts, sneakers, jerseys, wear what you feel comfortable being active in for Sports Day!
Friday, June 16th: Multicultural Day
We are lucky to have so many cultures represented at McMicken. Wear clothes from your culture or country to show your pride at Multicultural Day.
Volunteer for Field Day on Thurs., June 15!
Join us for Field Day on Thursday, June 15th! Help support students in the field day activities. Sign up to volunteer in the front office.
Lost and Found
Just a reminder -- All clothing left in the school's Lost + Found will be taken to Value Village on Friday, June 16. If your student is missing anything, please stop by the school between 8:20 AM - 4:00 PM. Our Lost + Found is located in the main hallway down from the front doors on the right.
Last Day of School (Friday, June 16th)
This year's last day of school is on Friday, June 16th. Doors will open on time at 8:20am, but dismissal will be at 11:45am. Please make a plan to pick your child up on time from school.
Breakfast will be served, but lunch will not be served on the last day of school.
Volunteer at McMicken!
Volunteers contribute greatly to the success of our students and schools. If you would like to go on a field trip or help during a PTA event, for example, a volunteer form needs to be on file with the school office. You can download and print a volunteer form from the volunteer page on the district website, or you can pick up a printed copy from the school office. Volunteer status is good for two school years. If you fill out one today, it will not expire until August 31, 2024. Thank you so much for taking the time to help our McMicken community!
Our Weekly Habit
May 29-June 2: We are AWARE.
May's Monthly Focus: We are C.O.U.G.A.R.s.
Weekly Focus (May 29-June 2): We are AWARE.
A quote to think about: "Awareness is always the beginning of positive change." -Roxanne Jones
When we are aware, it looks like:
- Using tools in the classroom to assess your work or track progress
- Observing people around you and helping or celebrating when needed
When we are aware, it sounds like:
- Asking, "are you okay?"
- Asking friends to join
- "I know where I'm at and where I need to g
When we are aware, it feels like:
- Awareness of your own energy and it affects others
- Caring for others
June 5-9: We are RESILIENT.
June's Monthly Focus: We are C.O.U.G.A.R.s.
Weekly Focus (June 5-9): We are RESILIENT.
A quote to think about: "If you find a path with no obstacles, it probably doesn't lead anywhere." -Frank Clark
When we are resilient, it looks like:
Trying even when things are hard or not interesting
Using different strategies to problem solve
Using resources to remind themselves of strategies
Keeping track of their growth/progress towards mastery of skills
When we are resilient, it sounds like:
"I can get through this."
"I can use my strategies."
"It's okay to make mistakes. I am growing!"
When we are resilient, it feels like:
Overcoming an obstacle
Challenging or difficult
Worth it and rewarding
June 12-16: We are C.O.U.G.A.R.s!
June's Monthly Focus: We are C.O.U.G.A.R.s.
Weekly Focus (June 12-16): We are C.O.U.G.A.R.s.
A quote to think about: "Dream it. Believe it. Achieve it. EXCEED IT." -Mrs. Haas
When we are C.O.U.G.A.R.s., it looks like:
Working well with others
Being part of a learning community
Encouraging others to be a COUGAR (collaborative, optimistic, understanding, growing, aware, resilient)
When we are C.O.U.G.A.R.s., it sounds like:
Everybody's ideas are heard, listening, and sharing
Positive self-talk
When we are C.O.U.G.A.R.s., it feels like:
Good and inviting
Like you belong
Monday, May 29 and Tuesday, May 30: Memorial Day, No School
Thursday, June 15: Field Day (1:00-3:00pm)
Friday, June 16: Last Day of School (dismissal at 11:45am)
Story Times with the King County Library System
Join the King County Library System (KCLS) for their Story Time! They have Baby Story Time, Family Story Time, and Pajama Story Time available. There's also theme kits you can check out with materials on a variety of subjects!
See more information about these events and resources on their website.
5 Fun Ways to Instill a Love of History in Kids
History tells the story of how we got to where we are today as a society - and it's chock full of lessons that inspire us to make a difference in the world around us. Use these fun ideas to help your child learn about history!
- Visit a museum or historical site. Was an inspiring historical figure born in your town? Is your town known for something famous? Whatever makes your town unique, there's bound to be a museum or historical site to celebrate it.
- Listen to a kid-friendly podcast. You name it, there's a podcast for it - including podcasts for budding history buffs. Ask questions about a favorite fact they learned, how it makes them feel, and why the topic interests them.
- Read about historical figures. Many people in history have made a lasting impact on society. Learning about them enables kids to see themsleves in others, learn about different cultures, be inspired, and grow their minds.
- Celebrate your family history. Everyone has a story - your family included. Encourage your child to learn about your family's history and culture and share their stories, too.
- Cook up a history lesson. Find a recipe that is meaningful to a different country or culture. Learn about things like how the meal is prepared and presented, and when the dish is traditionally served. Then, eat up!
Kindergarten Enrollment Open for 23-24!
Do you know a child who will be 5 years old on or before August 31? Maybe it's a current student's sibling, your neighbor, family friend or even your own child. Help us spread the word: families can enroll their incoming kindergarten student for the 2023-24 school year now.
We encourage new students to enroll as early as possible. This helps us to connect with students early and ensures we hire the right number of staff at each school. Kindergarten Jump Start is offered August 23-25 to all registered incoming kindergarten students.
What Do Families Need?
Families should have the following ready:
- Birth certificate
- Proof of address (rental agreement, purchase agreement, or utility bill)
- Immunization records
Families can upload all these documents to our registration system. (Tip: Scan or take a photo with a mobile phone to upload.)
If the documents aren't readily available, families can start registration and email the documents to their school to complete their enrollment application.
For more information, please see this website.
See the full year's Heritage Month calendar and think about how you can continue to celebrate these groups and holidays at home. In addition, you can access the Heritage Month calendar in Spanish, Somali, or Vietnamese.
Explore resources, events, book lists, and more for May's Heritage Months in English or Spanish.
Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is observed throughout May to pay tribute to the achievements of generations who have contributed to American life. The federal courts join in celebrating their accomplishments at every level of the Third Branch of government.
In 1992, the official designation of May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month was signed into law. The month of May was chosen to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese to the United States on May 7, 1843, and to mark the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869. The majority of the workers who laid the tracks were Chinese immigrants.
AAPI communities consist of approximately 50 distinct ethnic groups speaking over 100 languages, with connections to all the Asian continent and the Pacific Islands of Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia.
Haitian Heritage Month
Haitian Heritage Month is a nationally recognized month celebrated in May every year. It is a great time to celebrate the vibrant culture, distinct art, delectable cuisine, and to get to know people of Haitian origin. Haitian Heritage Month is an expansion of the annual Haitian Flag Day, which falls on May 18. The flag day is observed with much pomp and splendor even by the diaspora. That’s how it found its way to the U.S., a country that’s home to a large Haitian population.
Jewish American Heritage Month
On April 20, 2006, President George W. Bush proclaimed that May would be Jewish American Heritage Month. The announcement was the crowning achievement in an effort by the Jewish Museum of Florida and South Florida Jewish community leaders that resulted in resolutions introduced by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz of Florida and Sen. Arlen Specter of Pennsylvania urging the president to proclaim a month that would recognize the more than 350-year history of Jewish contributions to American culture. The resolutions passed unanimously, first in the House of Representatives in December 2005 and later in the Senate in February 2006.
The month of May was chosen due to the highly successful celebration of the 350th Anniversary of American Jewish History in May 2004, which was organized by the Commission for Commemorating 350 Years of American Jewish History. This coalition was composed of the Jacob Rader Marcus Center of the American Jewish Archives, the American Jewish Historical Society, the Library of Congress and the National Archives and Records Administration.
Speech and Hearing Awareness Month
Each May, we recognize Better Hearing and Speech Month (BHSM), founded in 1927 by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). This annual event provides an opportunity to raise awareness about communication disorders, and to encourage people to think about their own hearing and get their hearing checked.
International Workers Day (May 1)
May Day, also known as International Workers’ Day or Workers’ Day, commemorates the historic struggles and gains made by workers and the labor movement, observed in many countries on May 1.
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