Dear MRH Families,

Welcome to the start of a wonderful fall season! This season brings not only cooler weather but also continued opportunities for growth and learning. As we approach the end of Quarter 1, we are proud of the progress our students have made so far. It's an important time to reflect on their accomplishments, celebrate their hard work, and set new goals for the rest of the school year.

We value our partnership with you, and we know that your involvement is key to your child's success.We encourage you to stay connected with us throughout the school year. Whether through parent-teacher meetings, school events, or regular communication, we believe that a strong partnership between home and school is key to every student’s success.

Thank you for your continued support and for entrusting us with your child's learning.

In Partnership,

Emily

Emily Kresyman Ed. S

Maplewood Richmond Heights Director of Special Education

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October 1: National Night Out Events, Maplewood & Richmond Heights

October 17: Monthly Board of Education meeting

October 18: No School for Students (Teacher Work Day)

October 24: Mid-County Chamber Pumpkin Glow

October 26: Trunk or Treat at MRH ECC

October 28, 29, 30: Parent/Teacher Conferences

October 29: Community Conversations with MRH Admins

Help support fellow MRH families in need!

The Weekend on Wheels (WOW) program is hosting a food drive, and we need your help. Many families in our community struggle with food insecurity, and your donation of non-perishable food items can make a real difference.

Why Donate?

• Every contribution, no matter how small, helps to ensure no family in our community goes hungry.
• Non-perishable food items provide families with essential food staples that can be easily stored and prepared.
• Your donation fosters a spirit of community and caring within the MRH family.

How to Donate:

• Donate non-perishable food items to the designated collection boxes located throughout the school.
• Contact Naomi Warren at Naomi.warren@mrhschools.net or call 314-446-3816 for more information.

Together, we can make a positive impact. Let's show our MRH spirit by giving back!

All of the workshops offered by FACE are provided free of charge and are open to all parents, families and community members.

After registering, participants will be provided with information about the platform that will be used for the workshop.

Click on the image for more information.

If you are unable to attend the live workshop, please still register so that we can send you the link to the recording a day or two after the workshop.

The workshops will be set up as webinars, so you will be able to see the panelists but not other attendees. Your confirmation and reminder email will contain information about how to submit questions to the panelists in advance, or you can use the chat and Q&A features during the workshop. If you have any questions, please let us know.

SSD's FACE (Family and Community Engagement) will be offering an immersive environment for learning American Sign Language (ASL)! Learn to communicate with Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D/HoH) individuals with an introduction to fingerspelling and basic signs to use in the home, school, and community. Topics include family, school, food, and community signs. Deaf cultural norms will be discussed, which include introductions and daily interaction between the deaf and the hearing.

This course will be hosted over three sessions. Classes will be held 5:30-7:30pm on:

• Oct. 1, 2024
• Oct. 15, 2024
• Oct. 29, 2024
• Nov. 6, 2024 - Make-up session

Registration for this course is required, as spots are limited.

This course is intended for families and caregivers of students. This is not a professional learning opportunity for staff and no continuing education units will be awarded.

● Monthly School Board Meetings (live and archived on YouTube) ● Family and Community Resource Center (FCRC) ● Parent Advisory Council (PAC) meetings ● Family Education Workshops ● Family Leadership Institute (FLI) ● Lunch and Learn with SSD ● Family Academy ● Virtual Open Houses ● Family Resource Hub ● Family Cafes ● Hub Huddles

Please visit the website to review the resources. https://www.nami.org/Your-Journey/Kids-Teens- and-Young-Adults/Youth-and-Young-Adult-Resources

The MRH Parent Advisory Council offers an opportunity to connect with other parents of students with disabilities and to learn about topics of interest. Please contact MRH parent (s) below if you are interested in more information.