Principal's Message
Hello McPherson Families,
This week, we have a school spirit day, Jammin' Jersey day, on Friday. Students may wear their favorite jersey with jeans to show their school spirit and to get ready for the big game!
Please see the newsletter for a message from Ms. Manion regarding uniform guidelines. Also, the deadline for 8th grade yearbook ads is this Tuesday, February 4. Be sure to get your messages in the yearbook. Lastly, save the date for our upcoming PTA Skate Night on February 13 and Foundation Movie Night on February 21.
Have a great week Meteors,
Dr. Godsey
Principal
Message for Mrs. Manion, Assistant Principal
As the cold weather continues, we encourage all students to wear appropriate outer clothing to school. Please ensure your child is dressed warmly while adhering to our uniform guidelines. We have noticed many students wearing non-uniform outerwear and will be reinforcing our dress code policies. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our students both warm and in uniform.
Uniform Tops: All sweatshirts must have a McPherson LOGO from Kustom Imprints or PLAIN SOLID navy blue or gray with no other logos. Sweatshirts and sweaters must be crew neck - NO HOODS allowed on sweatshirts.
Sweatshirts/sweaters may NOT have a logo other than McPherson. Sweatshirts must be size-appropriate. Middle School PE sweatshirts may only be worn during PE instruction.
All jackets must have McPherson LOGO or be PLAIN SOLID navy blue or gray with no other
logos.
Other raincoats, heavy jackets, and headwear are for cold/rainy weather and may ONLY be worn
outside. No LOGOS.
Layering: Uniform layering is allowed for warmth, coverage, and comfort. Undergarments should not be visible below the uniform shirts. Tights and layering shirts must be PLAIN SOLID color.
Approved colors for tights are SOLID NAVY, LIGHT BLUE, GRAY, and WHITE ONLY. Tights with prints or patterns or other colors of any kind are not allowed.
Family Dinner Night Fundraiser
Fundraiser for McPherson Magnet School
20% of event sales will be donated
We would love to raise money
for our school!
When
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM to 11:00 PM
Where
Panda Express located at:
2318 N. Tustin St. Orange CA 92865
(714) 685 - 0476
Order ahead or on the event day Wednesday, February 12, 2025
How To Order:
PandaExpress.com or the App.
Enter 380607 in the fundraiser code box
or
Bring paper flyer or show it on
your smartphone
8th Grade Parents - YEARBOOK DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 4TH
The final deadline for submitting 8th-grade yearbook recognition ads is coming up on Tuesday, February 4th. Don't miss out on this special opportunity.
For more information or to submit, please visit www.TheYearbookCompany.com.
Ed Foundation Family Movie Night
McPherson Education Foundation
Mark your calendars for Back to the Future movie night on Friday, February 21st,
5:00 to to 8:00PM! Bring your family and friends for this free movie experience with great food, fun, and nostalgia. The McPherson Dad's Club is hosting a delicious cookout with items for purchase. Don’t miss it! More details to come on how to pre-order food.
Calling all student RUNNERS!
JOIN the McPHERSON RUN CLUB!
● Who: Students K – 8
● What: Running, Games, Fun, Community
● When: Wednesdays After School / Feb 5th – April 30th / 12:30 – 1:30pm
● Where: McPherson Field
● Why: Inspire Kids to Fitness! The McPherson Run club will be participating in the Kids Run the OC (KROC) Spring "Marathon" Program. During the 12 week training program, kids will accumulate 25+ miles towards their personal ‘marathon’ through various games and activities with their school’s coaches. Together, they will run the Final Mile Event during OC Marathon weekend and celebrate their accomplishment! The Final Mile event will take place Saturday May 3 rd , 2025 @ the OC Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa. $29 entry includes: Runner’s bib, T-shirt, timed race result, & medal! ● Complete Student/Parent contact information for McPherson Run Club HERE
● Final Mile event Registration HERE **Bonus – Student’s training will be a great foundation for those interested in the upcoming Middle School & Elementary Track Meet.
McPherson Sweetheart Skate Night
Skate Night
Bring the ones you love and join us for Sweetheart Skate Night - Thursday, February 13th at 5:30pm-7:30pm.
Holiday Skate - 175 N Wayfield St, Orange, CA 92867
Price is $13 for skaters (includes skates); $5 for spectators (this is the facility policy); $5 for skate mates (paid at the door)
This IS NOT a drop-off event, please make sure there is an adult present supervising your child.
Buy your pre-sale Wristbands here: https://sweetheart-skate.cheddarup.com/ Wristbands will be distributed to the student the day before the event.
Don’t forget to wear your Valentine’s Day colors!!!!
Valentines Grams & Free Dress on 2/13/24
Valentine Grams Will Be Delivered on Thursday, February 13
Grams will be sold Wednesday, 1/31 thru 2/10. Grams will be handed out on Thursday, 2/13 to all classes.
Valentine Spirit Day - Thursday, February 13
Show your school spirit and wear red, pink, or white on Thursday, February 13. Students are allowed to wear jeans with Valentine’s Day attire. All spirit day attire must be school-appropriate.
ELAC Meeting Information
ELAC Meetings this year are scheduled for September 30, October 28, January 27, and April 28. Meetings review the resources available for all our English learners and ways to help support students in succeeding. All families are invited to attend.
Please join us at 8:15 AM in room 500 for ELAC.
FREE MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH TUTORING
We are excited to offer math tutoring BEFORE school for all middle school students on Thursdays and Fridays (starting September 5). This is a great opportunity for students to get extra help with math assignments, prepare for tests, or simply improve their math skills. No sign-up necessary. These are drop in tutoring sessions.
When: Every Thursday & Friday morning from 7:15am to 8:00am (Starting September 5)
Where: Mr. Castro's Room #107
Who: Any 6th, 7th or 8th grade student
Campus Volunteer Procedures
At McPherson, we value a partnership with parents and families and we want you to take an active role in your child's education. We do have an expectation that every family will contribute ten hours of volunteer time every year. There are many ways to volunteer throughout the year but if you intend to volunteer on campus during the year (classroom help, parties, field trips, etc) we must have you complete OUSD's volunteer application. You can complete this now and it will be good for the entire school year. The majority of our campus volunteers will be working 5 hours or less on campus so you will only need to complete the requirements listed under #1 and #2 on the links below. Please call the office if you have any questions regarding the volunteer application process.
English:
https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/MjY4OmVuLVVT
Spanish:
PTSA BIRTHDAY MARQUEE
It is always fun to post a special message for your child's birthday. You can purchase Birthday Marquee messages now at - https://mcp-birthday-marquee.cheddarup.com
All birthday marquee messages must be purchased by the Wednesday prior to the week you are requesting.
PLEASE COLLECT YOUR BOXTOPS TO HELP McPHERSON
Our school is participating in BoxTops, which means that you can earn cash with the products you already buy to help our school earn money for classroom supplies. We need your help, collecting Box Tops to earn cash for McPherson. Each one is worth 10¢! Everyone’s participation is helpful. Let's work together to give our students what they need to succeed — and see how much we can earn this year!
If you're new to BoxTops, you can download the app, select McPherson and input referral code C86O5H22 to earn an extra $2.50. Spread the word!
Here's how you can help:
· If you haven't done so already, Download the Box Tops app on your smartphone.
· Buy Box Tops products, Scan your receipt with the Box Tops app within 14 days of purchase and earn for McPherson with every Box Tops product you buy. The earnings through the application are recognized immediately.
· Our school will get a check to spend on classroom supplies. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE STUDENT & TEACHER’S NAME UNDER “GIVE CREDIT MEMO.”
· Refer your friends, family and other parents in the school to sign up for Box Tops. You'll earn Bonus Box Tops for our school when your referral scans their first receipt!
· Turn on notifications in your Box Tops app to get scan reminders and stay updated on special offers, new products and opportunities to earn for our school. Go to your Communications Settings by tapping on the person icon in the upper-right corner of the app.
· If you shop online, you can earn with your digital or email receipt, too.
MCPHERSON MAGNET SCHOOL | School ID: 227368
If you have trouble scanning your receipts, please email Trinh a copy of the receipts immediately.
Thank you for your support of the Box Tops Program and McPherson! We couldn’t do it without you!
Trinh Guevara
Box Tops Coordinator
trinhandcarlo@gmail.com
