• Cub Scout Recruitment
• Healthy Kids Running Series
  
• Yoga Walk

• First Week Recap
• Nurse Contact Information
• Fall Art Club
• 4th/5th Grade Choir
• New After School Activities
• EPIC News

We are off and running!!! Students have done a great job this week with their transition into this school year. This week we spent some time reviewing behavior expections around all areas of the school. Millburn Expectations are called Mustang Mindset and below is our behavior expectations for our school:

We also used time this week to start making connections with students and between students. Our morning circle time will continue these efforts of building stronger relationships in our school. Each morning out school will do our morning circle from 8:00-8:20.

If you need to contact our nursing staff, here is their contact Information:

Main: 847-245-2781

Cell: 224-306-8740

Email: MES_NURSE@millburn24.net (goes to both nurses)

Art club will begin the week of September 12 and run for 10 weeks after school in the art room from 2:30-3:45. There is a combined 2nd/3rd grade session on Tuesdays, and a combined 4th/5th grade on Thursdays. Space is limited so please register soon through our WebStore. Thanks!

This year the choir will be split into two semesters and run by MES music teacher Mrs. Kaar. The first ensemble, Autumn Singers Choir will start the week of September 11th and Spring singers will start the week of January 8th. Note that while there are 3 days of choir rehearsals a week, your child will only attend two of those days. One with their grade level and one with the entire choir. Each choir will perform at least twice in front of an audience and all choir members are welcome to be part of one or both of the choirs this school year. While our first and shorter performance of the year does not have a concert date yet, our final concert of 2023 with the MMS choir on December 14th at 7PM. There will be a dress rehearsal for that performance on Wednesday, December 13th from 4 to 6PM. Please, prepare for the student to attend both of those dates. This choir is designed to teach students to use their singing voices in a healthy way, boost student confidence in performance based activities, and create a sense of belonging and community for the children. Plus singing well improves mood and is fun!

Sign-ups for choir will be in the Webstore starting on Thursday, August 31st.

Millburn Elementary has partnered with Afterschool Enrichment Solutions to offer more after school activities for students. These activities will be done at MIllburn Elementary. Our activity bus will also be available to use. The following will be offer this fall:

Chess Scholars: K-5

Develop your child's intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research has shown a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas, including mathematics and language arts. Chess has been proven to enhance children's motivation, concentration, focus, social skills, and

creativity. Each class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome and will learn under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach.

Schedule: 9 Mondays, October 2nd – December 11th, 2:35-3:35 PM (No class: 10/9, 11/20)

Course Code: MLB10.2.23

Stage Stars: K-5

Dramarama- Does your child have a “dramatic side”? You might have a budding Stage Star in your family! Our drama class introduces students to the craft of stage acting with a skilled theater instructor. During this exciting class, students will learn theatrical skills, improv basics, and participate in interactive drama games. This class provides opportunities for students to have fun, express themselves, gain confidence, and interact with others, all within the context of theatre arts.

Schedule: 9 Tuesdays, September 26th – December 12th, 2:35-3:35 PM (No class: 10/10, 10/31, 11/21)

Course Code: MLB9.26.23

STEAM: K-5

Full STEAM Ahead- This exciting program from Afterschool Enrichment Solutions brings together elements of science, art and math in a hands-on, action- packed environment! Students will conduct experiments, play educational games, and unlock their creativity through building challenges and projects. No experience necessary!

Schedule: 9 Thursdays, October 5th - December 14th, 2:35-3:35 PM (No class: 11/9, 11/23)

Course Code: MLB10.5.23

You can begin to register for these right now through Afterschool Enrichment Solutions. Each class is $150. Click the link below to sign-up through them! Make sure you use the correct course code when signing up. Register early, limited number of participants.

Chess Scholars/AES is a private program provider, please direct all inquiries and communication regarding our programs directly. Contact us with inquiries or if you'd like assistance registering at 847-482-9999

Email: bwalshire@millburn24.net
Phone: 847-245-2800

Email: kgedville@millburn24.net