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Apr 14-15 - 5th Grade MCA Reading Test

Apr 16 - 3rd Grade MCA Reading Test

Apr 17 - 4th Grade MCA Reading Test

Apr 18 - 1st Grade Concert

Apr 21-22 - 5th Grade MCA Math Test

Apr 23 - 3rd Grade MCA Math Test

Apr 24 - 4th Grade MCA Math Test

Apr 25 - Kindergarten Bowling Night (information from teacher)

Apr 29 - 5th Grace MCA Science Test

May 1 - Principal Appreciation Day

May 1 - Dodge Middle School Family Engagement Night (5:30 - DMS)

May 2 - School Lunch Hero Day

May 2 - 3rd Field Trip - MN Zoo

May 2 - PTP Carnival

We'd like to invite you to share any information you'd like our school staff to know about your child as we begin to plan for the 2025-26 school year. The intent of this form is to allow parents to share information about their child's learning style, strengths, interests, needs, or any other information relevant to our planning process.

Please know that specific teacher requests cannot be honored. There are a lot of important factors that play into creating balanced class lists that must be prioritized.

Process: Parent input forms must be printed and handed into the main office by Friday, May 9th for consideration. Printed forms are required because they are used when sorting and balancing classroom sections. The ability to provide input is offered for more than 600 students, so please do not send your input via email.

Parent Input Form

Incoming kindergarten families are invited to our Spring into Kindergarten events!

Bring your future kindergartener and join us for a fun, informative event! Learn more and make sure you’re enrolled today: bit.ly/kindergarten-enrollment

This is your chance to tour your child’s future school, meet the teachers and learn all about what kindergarten in ISD 192 has to offer.

• Akin Road Elementary - Thursday, May 8, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

• Farmington Elementary - Tuesday, May 13, 4-5 p.m.

• Meadowview Elementary - Thursday, May 8, 4-5 p.m.

• North Trail Elementary - Tuesday, May 13, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

• Riverview Elementary - Tuesday, April 29, 5-6 p.m.

5th Grade Families,

Welcome to Middle School! In the coming weeks, there will be many opportunities for you and your child to learn more about the middle school experience. Depending on your child’s middle school assignment, please plan to attend one of the following 5th Grade Family Engagement nights:

• Boeckman Middle School - Monday, May 12 at 5:30 PM

• Dodge Middle School - Thursday, May 1 at 5:30 PM

On this evening, staff will discuss the transition to 6th grade and families will have an opportunity to see the building. Administrators and counselors will be available for questions as well. Please do not hesitate to be in contact if we can support the transition to middle school in any way.

We look forward to beginning our partnership for the next several years!

Andy Nelson, Dodge Middle School Principal

Joe Sage, Boeckman Middle School Principal

ORDER DEADLINE IS TODAY - APRIL 11!

Order your yearbook online today! Please see below for ordering information. There will be no paper order form, all sales will be done online. Ordering deadline will be April 11, 2025.

Talking to your child about their school day can be challenging. Do you ever ask your child "What did you do at school?" and they answer, "I don't know." This resource has some other ways you can talk to your child about their day, how they're feeling, and what they've experienced in their day.

We could use your help! Sign-up to help at the carnival! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4CA8AB2BA3F94-55721542-carnival#/

For all things carnival see here:

https://linktr.ee/MeadowviewCarnival

Learn more about the Meadowview PTP: https://linktr.ee/meadowviewptp

Meadowview Elementary welcomes visitors for lunch with our students. Lunch times are listed below.

A couple of reminders:

• please use Door #1 and sign in at the office
• while you may bring food in for your student, food should not be shared with other students at any time
• when students are dismissed for recess, please return to the office to sign out, visitors are not able to be on the playground or in other areas of the building (ex: hallways and classrooms)

When your student is arriving to school after the 7:40am late bell or leaving before the 2:10pm dismissal bell an adult must sign them in/out in the office. Please come to the office through Door #1.

When students arrive late their attendance will be updated, lunch count taken, and a pass given for their teacher. This allows the teacher to know the student has been checked in and attendance has been updated.

When students are picked up early please plan for an extra 5 minutes, it is sometimes difficult to track down a classroom in the building and the extra time allows for everyone to not be rushed. When you arrive we will call for the student, this allows the learning to continue as long as possible. Letting your student's teacher know ahead of time is helpful so they can be packed up and ready when we call.

As always, thank you for your partnership.

7:25am - first bell rings, doors unlock for students to enter the building

7:40am - last bell rings, learning begins

2:10pm - dismissal, students are walked out by classroom teachers

Is your student ill? Do they have an appointment and will be late to school? Planning a vacation? All of these situations and more can now be reported to the Meadowivew Office through our online attendance form! Head over to the Meadowview Home Page and on the left hand side find the Student Absence Form in the Quick Links.

Getting to school on time is just as important as being at school. Research shows that continued tardiness leads to poor attendance. Many of the most important parts of a student's day happen within the first 15 minutes. This is often when they have a time to socialize with their peers, orient themselves for the day, take care of necessary business, and connect with their teacher before the day starts. Never underestimate the power of the first 15 minutes of school!

Please make sure your child's teacher has an accurate, up-to-date plan for your child's dismissal at the end of the day.

When changes are needed, please communicate those changes with your child's teacher prior to the start of the school day. We cannot always guarantee teachers will see emails during the work day (as it depends on the activities they have planned with the students).

For EMERGENCY CHANGES, please communicate with the teacher and call the front office no later than 2pm. Changes to end of day routines are difficult for students and teachers. If at all possible please change YOUR routine instead of your students routine.

Step into a Candyland Wonderland at Farmington Community Ed’s 2nd annual Family Dance! Dress your best and enjoy an evening of dancing, sweet treats, and a special take-home favor. Capture the memories at our fun photo booth!

Date: Saturday, April 12

Time: 6:00-8:00 pm

Location: Meadowview Elementary Gym

Don't miss this sweet night of fun – get your tickets here: https://bit.ly/41vOtOS

Students entering grades 1-12 can take the stage in Storybook Theatre’s adaptation of The Little Mermaid! In partnership with Farmington Community Education, this exciting theatre camp gives young actors the chance to bring a classic tale to life while building confidence, creativity, and stage skills in a professional environment. Storybook Theatre is a touring theatre company dedicated to inspiring young artists through high-quality theatrical experiences.

Upon registration your child is automatically accepted into the cast, no acting experience necessary! Don’t miss this chance to be part of the magic of live theatre – sign up here: https://bit.ly/4cbrKLH

Did you know there is a place on the Farmington Area Public Schools website where you can find Community Resources that are available?

Just visit the website (link above) - select News - Community Resources - check it out!