CUBS Chronicle

Happy Friday!

I hope this message finds you well! We had another wonderful week of learning and growing together.

4th Grade Visit to Madison Park Middle School

Today, our 4th graders had an exciting visit to Madison Park Middle School! This opportunity allowed them to explore the campus, meet staff, and get a glimpse of what to expect as they continue their educational journey. We are so proud of how our students represented our school with respect and curiosity!

Multiplication & Division Fluency – A Key to Success

In third and fourth grade, mastering multiplication and division facts is essential for future math success. A strong foundation in these skills helps students tackle more complex math concepts with confidence.

Here are a few ways to support fact fluency at home:

➕ Flashcard Fun – Quick daily practice with flashcards builds automaticity.

💻 Math Games & Apps – Interactive learning apps and card games make practice engaging.

🎤 Skip Counting & Chanting – Reciting facts out loud or singing them to a tune helps with memorization.

🎲 Real-Life Practice – Look for ways to use math in everyday activities, like grouping objects or splitting items evenly.

Thank you for your continued support in making our school a great place to learn and grow!

Have a great weekend!

CJ Smith

Proud Principal of Madison Camelview

Monday 2/10:

Tuesday 2/11:

Wednesday 2/12: TCT Wednesday, 1:00 Release

Thursday 2/13:

Friday 2/14: STEAM Career Day; Dollar Dress Down

Keep in mind -

2/17 - President's Day, No School

The Madison Traditional Academy Guild invites you to attend our Speaker Series- It Starts with Us: Parenting in a Tech World.

Presented by our guest speaker Katey McPherson, who has spent over 25 years dedicated to the education and well-being of children as a K-12 teacher, guidance counselor, and administrator. With deep insight into the evolving challenges technology and smart devices present for children, parents, and educators, she is committed to empowering families with the knowledge and tools they need to navigate the digital world safely.

Currently, Katey serves as Director of Community Partnerships at Bark Technologies. Inc., an AI-driven app that protects over seven million children while they learn and play online.

February 10 at 6:30 pm
at The Madison Center for the Arts
No entry fee or registration required.

Dear Parents,

Our Social Workers are excited to announce the launch of our "Care Closet"!

This initiative is a collaboration between the PTO and our School Social Workers to provide essential items to families in need throughout the year. The Care Closet will be stocked with:

• Hygiene items: Soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.
• Household items: Laundry detergent, cleaning supplies
  
• Clothing: Coats, jackets, socks, underwear
• School supplies: Notebooks, pencils, crayons, backpacks
• Healthy snacks: Crackers, granola bars, etc.
• Water bottles: Reusable bottles and single use
• Gift Card: Gas, Grocery
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We are also accepting donations from the community! If you would like to contribute to the Care Closet, please consider donating items from the list above. You can drop off donations in the front office.

The Care Closet is available to support families facing any type of hardship, whether it's a temporary financial challenge or an unexpected need. We understand that reaching out for assistance can sometimes feel difficult. Please know that we are here to support you and your family.

If you or your child could benefit from items in the Care Closet, please don't hesitate to:

• Speak with your child's teacher.
• Contact Ms. Boerema or Ms. Moore directly via dojo, phone 602-664-7265, or email (gboerema@madisoned.org).
• Reach out to the front office.

Sincerely,

Camelview Social Workers

Hello Families!

We raised $1,600 for the victims of the CA Fires! How wonderful to be able to support the people who have lost everything. Thank you for your participation and support!

2/18 is our Teacher Appreciation Breakfast! 3rd grade, you're up! Click the link to donate! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44A4AC23A6FEC34-54811372-february

2/18 is our Kick Off for our Step It Up Fundraiser! Check your kiddos backpack on that day for all the details!

2/20 Please join us for our Coffee Chat in the Library at 7:45AM. We have so much coming up and could use your ideas and help!

2/25 Cafe Zupa Dine out! Grab dinner and support your Camelview Cubs! The food is delicious! Flyers will be posted on our social media and head home with your kiddos the week of the fundraiser!

We hope you have a safe and restful weekend.

On Fridays, students may pay $1.00 to not wear their school uniform. All funds go to our PTO to support our school & teachers. The link below will allow you to pay the $1.00 online: https://www.zeffy.com/donation-form/weekly-dollar-dress-down

Order your yearbooks today!

Madison Camelview Elementary

Prepay Code: CamelviewYB25

To order yearbooks online: https://www.purchaseyearbook.com/

Our cafeteria can provide birthday boxes at a very low cost. This reduces the impact on classroom learning time (every minute counts), reduces the likelihood of ants in classrooms and creates a fun celebration during lunch times. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tkA7cxvKb4gCb7RDTtE2mxsgSZzxXMui/view?usp=sharing

If you have any questions please contact Valerie, our kitchen manager at vmartinez@madisoned.org!

1. The curb lanes are for individual K-3rd Grade pick-up.

2. The grass lanes are for 4th grade and multi-family pick-up.

3. If you choose to park in our parking lot, you may be stuck for a while.

4. Vehicles may not park in red curb lanes.

5. Enter through enter lanes and exit through exit lanes.

6. Be a good neighbor, please do not park in surrounding apartment drives or parking lots.

As a reminder, we are a uniform school. Our uniforms consist of a navy blue, white or light blue polo shirt and navy or khaki bottoms. Cubs "spirit" wear is an acceptable alternative to the uniform shirt.

We are in need of student uniforms! If your kids have outgrown any of their uniforms from first semester and they are still in good used condition, please consider donating to us! You can leave them in the front office. Thank you!