Mt Peak Family,

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As we wrap up our fundraiser, we are thrilled to share some exciting news with you all! Thanks to your incredible support and generosity, we have not only met but exceeded our fundraising goal of $25,000!

Here are some key highlights and updates:

1. 🥁Fundraiser Total: Together, we have raised a total of $25,065!

2. 🎉Impact: Your donations will go directly toward Playground updates, science lab equipment, wall art, and Dino George, enriching the educational experience for all students at Mt Peak Elementary.

3. 🙌THANK YOU: We extend a BIG thank you to our Specials Team who played a crucial role in making this Glow in The Dark Fun Run a resounding success. Your dedication to our school community is deeply appreciated!

Next week we will be announcing our top student donars for the Popsicles with Captian America and the Sundaes with Admin.

For any last minute donations, the fundraising platform, MyBooster.com, will remain open for one more week!

Once again, thank you for your unwavering support, whether through donations, volunteering, or spreading the word. Your involvement has made a tremendous difference and showcases the strength of our school community!

Next week we have first Peak Pep Rally. We will be celebrating students who show Empathy (understand and feel the heart of others ) and Self-Direc (Lead yourself to who you want to be), These students will receive a certificate. We have a group called Henke Heros who have shown great behavior or great improvement in behavior. These students receive a certificate and a pin for their lanyard. The last group will be Peak Positive Students who have shown all around great behavior, grades, and attendance. These students will receive a yard sign to take and display. Parents will be contacted if your child is receiving one of these awards. If you plan on attending remember no ballons flowers or gifts should be brought to students. Please save these to celebrate your student at home.

Next week is also Homecoming for MHS. If a student wears a mum to school we will have them store it in their locker during the school day and then wear it back home. We spend a lot of time moving through the day and do not want it to impede the learning.

Best regards,

Adam Henke

Principal

adam.henke@midlothianisd.org

Parents, you play a crucial role in your child's education. Creating healthy daily habits of attending school can make a difference in your child's success later in life. By working together, we can create a supportive environment that promotes consistent attendance and fosters a positive learning experience for your child. Check out our MISD Attendance Matters newsletter for attendance tips and positive steps you can take to help your child be successful.

Glow in the dark fun run happening today! So much fun!

This week during fourth grade buddy time, students got to play some games, do an ABC toss and play “find it” with our therapy dog friend Buster

Student council met to plan their roles for our upcoming pep rally! We cannot wait to see them shine in their leadership roles!

Mrs. Moss’ students tackled some pretty hard engineering challenges & have really been working hard to learn the Engineering Design Process.

What a great turn out for the See you at the Pole event this morning. A big thank you to our PTO vice president Mrs. Fabbish for helping our student leaders organize this event.

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in the library: 1st and 2nd read “My Papi Has a Motorcycle” and designed the own helmets.

Mrs. Hobbs played La Comida Bingo with Mrs. Treibly’s class today for Hispanic Heritage Month.

5th grade is using the properties of cinnamon to separate a mixture of cinnamon and water.

Mrs. Fleischman’s class got their popsicle party for winning the PTO membership competition! Way to go!

First grade students have been learning all about pets this week and the difference between aquariums and terrariums. We utilized the outdoor classroom and went on a nature walk to collect the materials needed to build a terrarium for a tiny turtle.

We are excited to share an opportunity to get involved with the school through our Father Figure volunteer group, DOGS. This group steps in to help whenever the need arises, whether it's assisting with the drop-off car line on Friday mornings or giving our staff a break during particularly cold or rainy weather. The commitment is flexible—you don't need to be there every Friday, but when you can participate, the kids and staff truly appreciate it.

We'll also have various opportunities throughout the school year to help out with setting up for school events. It's a great way to make a positive impact, and the kids love seeing the dads and father figures involved.

If you'd like to join, please click [this link] to sign up.

Background Checks

While completing a background check isn't mandatory, it's always a good idea to have one on file in case an event comes up that requires volunteer help inside the school. You can complete the Volunteer Background Check here.

If you have any questions or comments, feel free to email Mr. Henke at adam.henke@midlothianisd.org.

We would love to see a strong group of men involved at Mt. Peak, so please consider signing up!

September is National Hydrocephalus Awareness Month, and Midlothian ISD hopes to raise awareness of this chronic neurological condition.

Often called "water on the brain," over 1 million people, including both children and adults, are currently living with hydrocephalus in the United States. This condition involves an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain, which can lead to increased intracranial pressure and a range of symptoms. This month, let's come together to spread awareness, support research, and educate ourselves and others about hydrocephalus

We would love you to follow along during the week for updates of what is happening at Mt Peak. You can follow along on Facebook There is an imposter site. So, please follow the one with a picture of the school in the header.

The Mt Peak mission statement is the Mt Peak family will make a positive difference in the lives we touch by putting children first and challenging everyone to reach their full potential.

Our staff is working so hard for your kids! We would love for you to share the impact they are having on your child or any special information you would like to share. Please fill out this form for us.

Thank you!

Hello! What a fun week we all had as we celebrated our fundraising even with the Glow Run! It was so neat to see the students having so much fun as they made their way around the gym with glowing colors. Thank you so much for contributing to our fundraiser!

In addition, our REACH Council groups started this week at student lunch times as this was the introduction week! These groups meet during lunch to learn about many different character traits, play games, and to get to know new friends! Please feel free to contact me should you have a student who might be interested in participating as these groups do require parent permission.

I am continuing to meet with students this week for classroom guidance as we learn more about the concept of bullying, rude, and unkind behavior. We are discussing how these behaviors are alike and how they are different. I will see 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade next week as we look at these topics as well!

Thanks again for your support!

Wendy Waldroup

Counselor

What is Empathy?

Empathy is the ability to be aware of, understand, and be sensitive to another person’s feelings. Instead of focusing on how these feelings impact ourselves, empathy motivates us to focus on others and respond with care and compassion.

Why Focus on Empathy?

• Empathy builds a positive classroom culture. Empathy empowers students to learn to understand each other to build trust and safety in the classroom.
• Empathy strengthens community. Empathy helps students strengthen their relationships with classmates, other students and adults at school, and at home.
• Empathy prepares your students to be leaders in their community. The best leaders understand the people they lead and are able to show they care.

Empathy in Action:

• Take a different perspective. When you take a different perspective, you put aside your own feelings and reactions to see the situation through another’s eyes.
• Put aside judgment. Take a pause, and rather than express conclusions about a situation based on what you see, step back and consider other things you may still need to know or understand.
• Communicate that you understand. Instead of giving advice, respond with reflective phrases like, “It sounds like you...” or “I hear that you...” to express that you understand and care.

Mark your calendars! Check back regularly for updates and new events added

Oct 8: 6:00 PM 6:00 PM 3rd School Performance & PTO meeting

Dec 10: 6:00 PM 5th School Performance & PTO Meeting

Feb 11: PTO Meeting

Mar 6: PTO Meeting

Apr 1: 6:00 PM 1st Grade Performance & PTO Meeting

Apr 17: PTO Auction

May 15: PTO meeting voting for new board members

Spirit Store Fliers will be coming home soon!

PTO has done a great job working on getting everyone a Mt Peak grade level shirt. Below is a picrture of the shirts. Also a big thank you to the sponsors for making it all happen!

Midlothian ISD Athletics Hall of Honor is thrilled to announce the second annual Hall of Honor 5K and Fun Run, set to take place on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Midlothian ISD Multi-Purpose Stadium. This exciting community event celebrates and honors the legacy of outstanding athletes, coaches, teams, and community supporters from Midlothian ISD.

The Fun Run will kick off at 8:00 a.m., followed by the 5K Race at 8:15 a.m. Participants of all ages are encouraged to join in this family-friendly event, whether you’re a seasoned runner or looking for a fun morning out with friends and family.

The Hall of Honor 5K and Fun Run not only promotes health and wellness in our community but also raises funds to support the Midlothian ISD Athletics Hall of Honor Scholarship Fund. Proceeds from the event will help provide scholarships for graduating MISD student-athletes and help promote the annual induction banquet.

Event Details:

- Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024

- Location: Midlothian ISD Multi-Purpose Stadium

- Packet Pick-Up / Day of Registration: 7:00 a.m.

- Fun Run Start Time: 8:00 a.m.

- 5K Start Time: 8:15 a.m.

Participants can register online at www.midlothianhoh.com or on-site on the day of the event. Early registration is encouraged to secure your spot and T-shirt size (Virtual Runner Options are available).

Join us in celebrating the spirit of Midlothian ISD Athletics and honoring those who have made significant contributions to our athletics programs. We invite everyone to lace up their running shoes and be a part of this exciting day!

For more information, to register, or to become a sponsor, please visit www.midlothianhoh.com.

Together, let’s make this year’s Hall of Honor 5K and Fun Run an event to remember!

Tickets for MHS Theatre's production of Aladdin Jr are on sale now—don’t miss out!

Buy Tickets: midlotheatre.com

Per MISD Athletics,

• Families should enter through Gate A.
• Free admission is available only for campus students. Parents are required to purchase a ticket.
• Students can either show their student ID or wear a campus spirit shirt for entry.

• MISD enforces a Clear Bag Policy.

• Please note that outside drinks (including tumblers) and food are not permitted.

A campus administrator will be on duty at Gate A to welcome families and answer any questions that may come up. Thank you! It is going to be a fun season, and I cannot wait to see the kids at the big game!

Mt Peak has a great director and would love to serve you. Register here for after-school childcare.

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If you unsubscribed to receiving email notification please complete this form (https://forms.gle/3sUmoWnjT7S7cpx27) to re-activate your email notifications.

All Texas school districts are required by law to distribute information to parents and guardians about the safe storage of firearms. House Bill 3, Section 19 added Section 37.222 to the Texas Education Code, which requires the Texas School Safety Center, in collaboration with the Texas Department of Public Safety, to provide information and resources to school districts for the purpose of disseminating the information to parents. The Texas DPS launched a Keep ‘Em Safe Texas website that provides safety resources, materials, and tips for practicing safe gun storage to prevent accidents and keep children safe. Remember, a gun should be stored unloaded in a safe or locked container, with ammunition stored elsewhere. You can learn more and find additional resources from the Texas Department of Public Safety at https://safegunstoragetexas.com.

Below are resources that have been previously shared with parents/students with accessing and logging in to district resources. As we approach mid year we wanted to share them again.

UPDATE this

• 24-25 Quickstart Guide for MISD Students [Grades 4-12]
  
• 24-25 Quickstart Guide for MISD Students [Grade 3]
• 24-25 Quickstart Guide for MISD Students [Grades K-2]
• 24-25 Quickstart Guide for Skyward Family Access
• How to Set Up Parent Canvas Observer Account
  
• 24-25 Student Guide to Canvas in the Classroom

Does your student need MISD school bus transportation? All students must have a current Bus Rider Contract on file for each year. All contracts received by the July 12 deadline will secure route information and transportation for the first week of school. Contracts received after July 12 are being processed on a first come, first served basis and transportation is not guaranteed for the first week of school.

If you have not submitted a contract for your student, please fill one out and return to the Transportation Department by emailing to bus_contracts@midlothianisd.org or by delivering to 601 E. Avenue E, Midlothian. Please remember that your student cannot ride the bus until their contract is processed.

Dear MISD Families,

You may have received this information directly from your campus, but we want to ensure all MISD families know about an update and opportunity from our Child Nutrition Department. Please disregard this message if you have already applied for free/reduced-price school meals for the 2023-24 school year.

Students who participated in the free/reduced-price meals program during the previous school year in Midlothian ISD could continue receiving free/reduced-price meals for the first 30 days of school. This 30-day grace period has now ended, and a new application must be submitted. Students will no longer receive free/reduced-price meals without application approval for the 2023-24 school year.

Please click here to visit the MISD Child Nutrition Department website for more information on school meals and to apply for the free/reduced-price meals program.

If you have any questions or need assistance, you can reach our Child Nutrition Department by emailing mandie.tucker@midlothianisd.org or calling (469) 856-5390.

MISD Communications

Midlothian ISD uses Skyward Family Access for enrollment and to give parents real-time data about their student's grades, attendance, assignments, and more. Alerts can be set to individual preferences and information.

Skyward Family Access: 23-24 Quickstart Guide for Skyward Family Access

September 6th, 13th, 19th, 27th

5201 FM 663

Midlothian, Texas 76065

469-856-6300

https://mtpeak.midlothianisd.org/