Mike Davis Elementary Newsletter
October 2023
A Letter from the Principal
Dear MDE Families,
As we get closer to the end of the first quarter, please be aware that our report cards have changed this year. We have moved back to traditional grades, based on a percentage. There will continue to be comments, which also give great insight to your child's progress. I encourage you to reach out to your child's teacher if you have any questions regarding their grades.
At the end of the month, we will also be celebrating Red Ribbon Week. This week is dedicated to educating students about the importance of saying no to drugs. Please see the activities below that will happen each day of that week.
If you haven't done so already, please take a moment to find our Facebook page and like it. We post exciting that are happening at MDE all of the time using this platform, and it is a great way to see what's happening at school.
As always, if there is anything I can help with, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Sincerely,
Melissa Stamper
Fifth graders working hard on a science investigation.
Always having fun at MDE!
Ms. Wilhelmi has been working with students to create some dot art based on a picture book.
Red Ribbon Week Activities
•Monday, October 23 – You are too bright for drugs! Neon Day
•Tuesday, October 24 – Turn your back on drugs – wear your clothes backwards
•Wednesday, October 25 – Hugs, not drugs – bring a stuffed animal to school
•Thursday, October 26 – Follow your dreams, don’t do drugs – pajama day
•Friday, October 27 – Team up against drugs – wear your favorite team jersey
A Few MDE Reminders...
- Please do not drop off students before 7:30 AM. We don't have anyone to supervise before this time.
- Our school day begins at 8:00 AM. Students are marked tardy if they arrive after this time.
- Car riders must have a car rider sign with your child's name on it.
- We are still serving free breakfast and lunch daily!
- Please review the dress code policy below with your student.
Safety Tips from Technology
From phones and tablets to streaming movies and YouTube, tech and media are everywhere. Kids love easy access to shows, games, and information. Parents and caregivers love that kids can learn on the go (and stay busy when dinner's cooking). But it's easy to overdo it when the phone never stops pinging and the next episode plays automatically. Families can keep media and tech use in check by following a few simple practices. Please scan the QR code below to read some tips!
What’s new in the world of reading?
Our KG-2nd grade students are working hard to learn their high frequency words! Each word list has a corresponding color and as students learn that word list, they earn a matching-colored bracelet. (Look at the students who just completed the words on the pink list and earned their pink bracelets)! If your child is in grades K-2nd, please help them reach their sight word goals by helping them practice daily.
Media Center News
Welcome to the MDE Media Center!
Students have been visiting the Media Center selecting books based on their interests and independent goals!
Mrs. Pflaumer, Ms. Martha and many wonderful volunteers have been busy greeting students, helping them learn to use the library and sharing excitement for reading!
Students ring the bell to celebrate meeting a goal! Our MDE Stars know readers are leaders and the more you read, the more you grow! Please encourage your learner to read, read, and read some more!
These MDE Stars are celebrating passing the Reading Counts test on one of the SSYRA Jr. books!
SSYRA (Sunshine State Young Reader Award) books are a special collection in our Media Center and students get excited to earn dog tags and charms for passing a comprehension test!
What can you do to help your child love reading?
Ask your child to tell you about the books he/she is reading! Ask questions!
Encourage your child to read at least 20 minutes every day at home!
Read with them and take turns!
Celebrate and join in their excitement of reading!
TITLE IX NOTIFICATION FOR ALL SCHOOL AND DISTRICT RELATED COMMUNICATION
School Board Policies 2266, 3362, and 5517 – Prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and/or gender identity), disability, or age in the provision of educational opportunities or employment opportunities and benefits. The District School Board does not discriminate on the basis of sex or disability in the education programs and activities that it operates, pursuant to the requirements of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
For additional information or to report Title IX or any other discrimination/harassment concerns, contact Ms. Valerie Wenrich, Chief Human Resources Officer/ Title IX Coordinator, at (239) 377-0351, wenriv@collierschools.com or at 5775 Osceola Trail, Naples, Florida 34109.