Mustangs Newsletter
UPCOMING DATES
- October 15 - Virtual Academic Conferences -3:30-7:00 PM
- October 15 - PACT Meeting- MGMS Media Center-In Person/Virtual 7:00 PM-8:00 PM
- October 17-18 - Conference Release Days-No School
- October 28 - November 1- October Spirit Week
- November 11-15 - Winter Wear Drive
REMINDER: Parent pick up at the end of the day!
Maple Grove Families:
We encourage all families to prepare in advance to pick their child up early from school by sending a note to bring to student services and receive an early dismissal pass. If you do have an unplanned pick-up, please be to the main office by 2:30 to guarantee we are able to get your child from class.
Thank you!
2024-2025 PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK
THE CLOSET AT MGMS
Don't miss the MGMS Fall Play!
~Picture Re-takes are Thursday- November 7, 2024~
If you have not received a link for your pictures via email please reach out to Kemmetmueller Photography 952-473-2142.
Opt-out Information & Universal Screening
The purpose of this communication is to inform you that students in grades 2-12 will take the mySAEBRS assessment this fall and again this spring. The mySAEBRS assessment, which stands for Minnesota Student Academic Behavioral Rating Scales, is student self-evaluation. It provides valuable insights into areas such as social skills, emotional well-being, and behavioral strengths and challenges. This assessment helps us gain a more comprehensive understanding of your child's needs, allowing us to better support their growth and development. For more information about assessment items and questions asked click here. If you would like to opt your child out of this assessment, please complete the Parent/Guardian Refusal for Student Participation in Districtwide Assessments/Testing linked on https://www.district279.org/academics/assessments.
October Spirit Week ~ Halloween Spirit~October 28th - November 1st
PACT
PACT
Similar to elementary school PTOs, PACT (Parents and Community Together) works to build a strong, inclusive community at MGMS. Every MGMS parent and caregiver is a member. The primary ways for parents/caregivers to make an impact include donations, volunteering and advocacy.
Next meeting: TONIGHT! October 15 @ 7-8 PM
Learn about events and initiatives happening at MGMS. Join us on Tuesday, October 15th from 7:00-8:00 PM in the MGMS Media Center or online.
Google Meet link for meeting on:
PACT website: https://mgms.district279.org/community/pact
Fundraising
The MGMS fall fundraiser ended Friday. We raised $21,235, just over our goal of $20,000. The sixth grade classes had the highest participation and raised the most funds. We look forward to sharing more about the celebration prize events next month!
A BIG THANKS to all of you who supported our students and teachers! Funds are used for MGMS service projects, social events, staff appreciation and classroom extras.
Volunteer Opportunities and Event Information
The Winter Wear Drive is coming up! From November 11th to the 15th, PACT and the student WEB (Where Everybody Belongs) group are asking for donations of new and used winter coats of all sizes, as well as hats, mittens and other cold weather gear. There will be drop off points at the school as well at other community locations.
We still need a parent lead for this important community service event. Please contact PACT President, Yara El-Emam, at yara.elemam@gmail.com for more details.
Volunteers are welcome and appreciated throughout the year! Check out an overview of events for this school year, and pledge your support today!
Advocacy
Learn about ISD 279’s 2024-2025 legislative priorities and contact your legislators to ask them to support the priorities you’re passionate about.
PACT Meetings
One of the best ways for parents and caregivers to know what’s going on at MGMS and positively affect the school is to attend a PACT meeting. PACT Meetings are held once a month (except March and December) from 7:00–8:00 pm. 2024 meeting dates are posted on the website. There is always an online attendance option; some meetings also occur in person.
Who to Contact
School Phone:763-315-7600..............................................Website:https://mgms.district279.org/
Attendance: 763-315-7603..............................................................Transportation: 763-391-7244
6th Grade
Patrick Smith, Principal.................................Email: SmithPatrick@district279.org
Megan Woods, Counselor 6th Grade...........Email: WoodsM@district279.org
7th Grade
Jennifer Hinker, Assistant Principal.............Email: HinkerJ@district279.org
Kaia Paquin, Counselor 7th Grade................Email: PaquinK@district279.org
8th Grade
Jason Olson, Assistant Principal................Email: OlsonJ@district279.org
Katie Gerdts, Counselor, 8th Grade.............Email: GerdtsK@district279.org
Student Management Specialists Assist with all Grades
Nathaniel Davies - (Grade 6) - Email: DaviesN@district279.org
Candice Ledman - (Grade 7) - Email: LedmanC@district279.org
Levy Jones - (Grade 8) - Email: JonesL2@district279.org
District Tip Line........................763-265-3636