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Mill Creek Magic Messages
News and Updates from Mr. Croyle and Mr. Murtha 4/5/2024
From Mr. Croyle and Mr. Murtha
We anticipate seeing lots of flowers this May, as April has certainly started off with lots of showers! Despite the rain, we hope everyone had a nice Spring Break, and we are excited for the final months of the school year!
Along the lines of excitement, an extremely rare event, the upcoming solar eclipse, is generating lots of excitement in our Community and across the nation. The "Mill Creek Viewing Area" is getting a 90% eclipse view... not too shabby! In preparation for this big event, every teacher delivered a solar eclipse lesson this past week, so your child(ren) should be bringing lots of knowledge to the viewing!
Finally, we still have tickets available for our Harlem Wizards event next Wednesday night (April 10 - see flyer directly below). The ticket purchase deadline has been extended, and tickets are still available for purchase. We would love to see you there to share in the fun!
Have a nice weekend!
Matthew D. Croyle
Principal
John C. Murtha
Assistant Principal
Students Learn about a "Far Out" (in Space) Event - The Upcoming Solar Eclipse!
STUDENT INFORMATION FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR 2024-2025
We have been running a message for parents regarding 2024-2025 school year class placement, including the opportunity for parents to submit a Student Information Form if you would like to share information about your child(ren) for us to consider. The full content of that message and the Student Information Form can be accessed through this link. Student Information forms must be returned by Friday, April 26, 2024. Forms not submitted by the return date (4/26/24) may not be able to be considered.
Thank you for your continued support,
-Mr. Croyle and Mr. Murtha
PSSA Information
Dear Mill Creek Parents and Families,
This information within this letter provides an update to families regarding PSSA testing and scheduling in our school this year.
The Pennsylvania Department of Education requires all school districts to administer PSSA testing for the 2023-24 school year. The Pennsylvania System of School Assessment is aligned with the PA Standards. The English Language Arts and Mathematics PSSAs are administered in grades 3 through 8 and the Science PSSA is administered in grade 4 and grade 8.
The specific dates for the English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science Assessment are listed below.
Mill Creek Testing Schedule:
English Language Arts (3rd – 6th)
- April 24th - Section 1
- April 25th - Section 2
- April 26th - Section 3
Mathematics (3rd – 6th)
- April 30th - Section 1
- May 1st - Section 2
Science (4th grade only)
- May 2nd - Sections 1 and 2
Students learn all skills, concepts, and content necessary to take the assessment within their daily reading, writing, mathematics, and science instruction. These assessments are critically important; please encourage your child to do their best. The results will be one of the measures we use as we make curricular updates and revisions. Individual performance will be one of the factors we consider when determining which students need additional support or enrichment. The data will help the district plan support for students who are not meeting the expectation of proficient on the exam.
A parent/guardian may choose to exempt their child from participating in the exam(s) if the tested content is found to be in conflict with their religious beliefs as per PA Code 22, Chapter 4.4. To exclude your child from taking one or more Keystone Exam(s), a parent/guardian must complete the following actions required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE).
- Email the School Assessment Coordinator. For our school, please e-mail Mr. Murtha (jmurtha@cbsd.org) to request an appointment to view the exam(s) to determine if they conflict with your religious beliefs.
- Report to Mill Creek at the appointed time and sign the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Confidentiality Agreement prior to viewing the exams.
- Write a letter to the Superintendent of Schools for Central Bucks School District, Dr. Jim Scanlon, stating the specific exam(s) you want your child exempt from for religious reasons. Submit the letter to Mr. Murtha (jmurtha@cbsd.org).
Sincerely,
Matthew D. Croyle, Principal
John C. Murtha, Principal
Spring Attire
As we head into spring and welcome warmer weather, we ask that you please remind your child(ren) to be mindful of school dress expectations. Thank you for your support!
Important Dates
- Monday, April 8 - early dismissal
- Wednesday, April 10 - Harlem Wizards Event - 7 p.m. (see flyer further down for ticket/event info.)
- Tuesday, April 9 - Kindergarten Conferences in the PM; no PM Kindergarten
- Wednesday, April 10 - Kindergarten Conference in the AM - no AM Kindergarten
- Thursday, April 11-Friday, April 12 - Conferences; Early Dismissal Grades 1-6 (no Kindergarten)
- Tuesday, April 23 - No School (primary elections)
- Wednesday, April 24-Friday, April 26 - PSSA (ELA), Grades 3-6
- Tuesday, April 30-Wednesday, May 1 - PSSA (Math), Grades 3-6
- Thursday, May 2 - PSSA (Science), Grade 4 only
- Thursday, May 23 - Student Council Spirit Day - Throwback Day (dress to represent your favorite decade)
Next Week's Specials Days Will Be...
- Monday - Day 2
- Tuesday - Day 3
- Wednesday - Day 4
- Thursday - Day 5
- Friday - Day 1
Home and School Association News and Flyers
- The District is now insistent that adult visitors to school buildings beyond the main office have their Volunteer Clearances. There is an application process, which only takes a bit of time and is fairly simple. The link below will take you to a page with detailed information about obtaining your Volunteer Clearances.
Mill Creek Book Fair Coming April 15-17!
See flyer below for details. Link directly below is for online ordering...
April 11 Staff Appreciation Luncheon
If you would like to donate an item to the Aprill 11 Mill Creek Staff Appreciation Luncheon, please use the link below. Thank you!
Mill Creek Spring Fair (May 11) Information Below!
The Mill Creek Directory is Here!
Click on the link below to access. You will need to enter the password sent to you through blast email on February 29, 2024.
Order Your Mill Creek Yearbook Today!... Deadline is April 12
Instructional Spotlight - Ms. Fitzmaurice, 6th Grade
Support Staff Spotlight - Mr. Eisenmann
Mr. Eisenmann or... as he is better known here at Mill Creek... Mr. Lee/Mr. E. works with our 5th Grade Team to support students here at Mill Creek. Mr. Lee is an amazing mentor, and many of our students trust him to help them with both academic and everyday problem-solving. He has a big heart and wonderfully positive relationships with the students of Mill Creek. Thank you for all you do for Mill Creek, Mr. Lee!
SCHOOL/DISTRICT INFORMATION
CBSD Art Show Coming End of May!
- BSD K-12 Annual District ART Show to be held at CB SOUTH
- Dates: May 31, June 1, & 2.
- Opening Friday Night May 31st at 6PM.
- #STUCKonART2024 #CBSDproud
Annual Art T-Shirt Fundraiser
The annual art t-shirt fundraiser supports the Central Bucks Art Scholarship Fund. All proceeds go to one high school senior at each CB high school to pursue their future dreams. The design features this year’s District Art Show theme… Stuck on Art!
Please follow the directions below if you would like to purchase a t-shirt. Thank you for your support!
1. Visit https://www.mypaymentsplus.com/welcome
2. Go to CB South Student Activity
3. Search “CB 2024 District Art Show T-Shirt”
4. Place your order before April 12th, 2024
5. Shirts will be delivered to Mill Creek’s Art Teacher for distribution.
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CB Realignment Input...
In anticipation of the grade level realignment for the 2025-2026 school year, the district extends an open invitation to parents, guardians, students, and community members to provide their questions and feedback here. We greatly value your input as it plays a vital role in our decision-making process, ensuring that our choices are in the best interest of our entire community. To learn more about this initiative, please visit the our website: www.cbsd.org/cbrealign.
Many Thanks to Dr. Markham's Orthodontics Office for Featuring Mill Creek Art!
Click on the link below to access the artwork of Central Bucks' students, including many Mill Creek entries!
For Qualifying Families, Apply for Free and Reduced Lunch - It's Easy!
For any family in need of free and reduced lunch for your children, please use the links below to apply. The process is fairly simple and confidential!
- Direct link to the application website: MySchoolApps - Home Page
- Link to the CBSD page about Free and Reduced Lunch: Food Services / Free & Reduced Lunch Application (cbsd.org)
Student Technology Information...
Need to submit a Technology Help Desk Ticket? Click the link below for a video on how to do it!
Student Laptop Expectations
Additionally, if your child loses or misplaces their laptop case, please reach out to the Mill Creek Main Office.
District Laptop and iPad Care
- Please encourage your children to use their laptop/iPad bags for carrying devices in school, at home, and to and from each location.
- Please encourage your children to report issues/problems with their devices, so they can be properly address and fixed as soon as possible.
- The laptop/iPad payment fee covers accidental damage. Intentional damage may result in a family being billed for the damage.
Schools will be communicating these messages in school as well.
We appreciate your support!
GUIDANCE INFORMATION
SCHOOL AND DISTRICT EVENTS/OPPORTUNITIES
Contact Information
Mr. Matthew D. Croyle
Principal
267-893-3600
Mr. John C. Murtha
Assistant Principal
267-893-3600
Mill Creek Elementary School
Email: mcroyle@cbsd.org
Website: http://www.cbsd.org/Domain/19
Location: 638 Bellflower Boulevard, Warrington, PA, United States
Phone: 267-893-3600
Twitter: @CBMillCreek