MADISON AVENUE SCHOOL OF ARTS

Frequently, I run into my former students and I am always proud to see all of the wonderful things that they have accomplished and working towards accomplishing! It is very humbling and reaffirming when the "success torch" is passed on victoriously!

I recently had the pleasure of seeing a former student, Jaliyah Graves. She had come to us from another elementary school and has rocketed her way through her academic career ever since! Within 30 days of starting as a new scholar with us, she began reading and has never looked back! She graduated from high school 2 years early and is now in her sophomore year at the University of Toledo studying Digital Marketing. Eight months ago, she also became a licensed nail technician...all before her 18th birthday! To this day, her mother, Candice Pollard, is glad she made the switch to our Imagine Madison Avenue School of Arts for her young daughter, “Imagine set the foundation for Jaliyah’s education!”

When I am graced with an occasion to be reunited with former students such as Jaliyah, I truly feel blessed to see them excelling in life and making positive contributions to our community! Here at Madison Avenue School of Arts, we strive to inspire our entire village (students, families, staff) as we believe that everyone is capable of success without any exceptions! We all take different roads to success, and some roads may prove to be longer than others, however we encourage everyone to stay on their individual paths never forgetting their "WHY!"

Lindsey Day, proud Principal, (left) and Candice Pollard, proud mother, (right) celebrate Imagine Madison Avenue School of Arts Alumna, Jaliyah Graves (center)!

"Allowing Imagine Madison Avenue School of Arts employees to pave the way can land you in great places you never would have imagined!" — Jaliyah Graves, Imagine Madison Avenue School of Arts Alumna

What a fabulous performance by the Imagine Madison Avenue School of Arts' students!!!!

It was a great night! The dance numbers were energetic and a ton of fun to watch. Each one drew enthusiastic applause from the audience. And kudos to 5th grader, Karina H., for doing a solo routine!

Students paraded through the room showing off artwork. Colorful trees adorned the walls; each trimmed with button ornaments that the students completed in art class one week.

The evening's entertainment came to a thunderous conclusion with our Step Team & Drum Line performances!

We are so proud of how all of these students showcased what makes our school the best in Toledo!

When it comes to your scholar’s education, every day matters. Many studies suggest that students with less than eight absences, on average, grew academically 23% more in reading and 19% more in math than students with eight or more missed days. Eight days is less than one day a month and more than that can negatively impact a child’s academic progress.

At Imagine Madison Avenue School of Arts, we want to see your child achieve. That is why it is so important to us that they are present each day. Here are a few tips for ways to keep your scholar in class and maximize their opportunity to achieve at high levels:

• Establish a reasonable bedtime that allows for 8 hours of sleep.
• Make a backup plan for getting your scholar to school in case something comes up.
• Only keep your scholar at home if they are really sick (fever, vomiting, or a contagious illness).
• Schedule doctor appointments during school breaks, or before or after regular school hours when necessary.
• Plan any family vacations around holidays or other times off from school so that your scholar will not miss any learning.

Thank you for partnering with us in the education of our future!

(As of December 18, 2024)

Mrs. Schneider's 3rd Grade Class: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Mrs. Mims' 6th Grade Class:⭐ ⭐

Miss Hiatt's 4th Grade Class:⭐ ⭐

Mrs. McGhee's 5th Grade Class:⭐ ⭐

Mrs. Fletcher's 1st Grade Class:⭐

Mrs. McClellan's 1st Grade Class: ⭐

Preschool is on their way to another party with 3 more stars: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

All Other Classes: 0 stars

Help your child make it to school to help your child's class complete the challenge and win a party...or parties!

These bright flowers pop off of the striped background to bring color to the most dreary winter day! Thank you, Lanijah C., for bringing cheer to our day with your artwork!

Lanijah is in Mrs. Mims' 6th grade class.

You are invited to join us at our next PTO meeting on Thursday, January 9, 2025 from 5-6 pm.

Winter Break for students effectively starts on Thursday, December 19th with a Professional Development Day for staff. Staff will return from Winter Break with another Professional Development Day on Monday, January 6th. Students will return to the classroom on Tuesday, January 7th.

January 1: Happy New Year!

JANUARY 6: NO SCHOOL--Staff Professional Development Day

January 7: Classes resume after Winter Break; After School Tutoring resumes

January 9: PTO Meeting at 5:00 pm

January 13: Rubber Duckie Day
January 13-21: Dental Visits

January 13-23: Kindergarten Dyslexia Screening

January 17: 2nd Quarter Report Cards

January 21-31: Winter STAR Assessments

January 26: NO SCHOOL--Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

January 27: Hearing & Vision Screenings

January 29: Puzzle Day

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE DATES:

February 13: Third Quarter Interims

February 14: NO SCHOOL--Staff Professional Development Day

February 17: NO SCHOOL--Presidents' Day

Breakfast Menus

Lunch Menus

Did you know you could order the school pictures/retakes online?

Go to SchoolPictures.com

A $100 Walmart gift card will be given to any current family that refers a new family that enrolls at our school.

The Harvest Market School Pantry Program is now available for the Madison Avenue School of Arts’ community! The Harvest Market is designed to address child hunger with greater flexibility and choice. This program aims to provide emergency food assistance to children and families directly at Madison Avenue School of Arts. The School Pantry Program offers a more empowering choice model, ensuring families receive the support they need without having to leave the school environment. Our goal remains steadfast: to alleviate hunger and support the well-being of children across Northwest Ohio.

If you are interested in shopping at our Newly Opened Harvest Market, please contact the school for an appointment at 419-259-4000. Remember a visit to the Harvest Market is completely confidential and located within an area that is private in the school building.

At Let’s Build Beds, they believe every child (ages 3-17) deserves to have a safe and comfortable place to sleep. Their volunteers deliver and help the child setup their new bedframe. It’s topped off with a new coil spring mattress, new sheets, comforter and pillow.

Let’s Build Beds Contact Information:

Online requests: https://letsbuild.org/request-beds/

Email: letsbuildbeds@gmail.com

Phone: (567) 246-0616

NEED A WINTER COAT OR SHOES?

We are excited to partner with the Old Newsboys Goodfellow Association to assist any of our students that may need winter coats or shoes. Please call our office to get more information from Mr. Horton, our Parent Liaison.

Dear Families,

May all that brings you joy be yours this holiday season and throughout the coming year!

Best wishes on behalf of the governing board,

Darlene M. Burke, Board President

Please make sure our office has your current contact information so we can reach you in case of severe weather closing the school.

TIP! Make sure your voicemail box is not full or we won’t be able to leave you a message!

The Principal will also notify local TV Channels 11, 13, and 24 regarding the decision to close school or delay its opening. Madison Avenue School of Arts will be closed due to inclement weather whenever Toledo Public Schools are closed or as Madison Avenue School of Arts deems necessary.

Doors will open at 8:45 a.m.

Breakfast will be served from 8:45-9:10.

Students are marked tardy after 9:10 a.m.

Students arriving after 10:30 a.m. are marked absent for a half day.

Dismissal is at 4:00 p.m.

Missing school for any amount of time will have a negative impact on your scholar's learning, achievement and grades.

Please call 419-259-4000 if your scholar will be absent to let us know the reason for the absence. If it is illness related, we ask for a written note from your doctor.

HB 410 legislation requires ud to report chronic absenteeism and truancy to to courts. Our attendance goal to meet the state requirement is 95%.