As we close out the book fair this week, we hope it has ignited a passion for reading in the minds of our students and families. The excitement of selecting new books can spark a lifelong love of learning. Remember, books are more than just stories; they are windows to new worlds, tools for understanding, and companions on countless adventures. Let's continue to prioritize reading in our homes and classrooms.

Our teachers are diligently implementing our new reading program and working closely with students to ensure they have a strong foundation in phonics. By mastering phonics skills, students will be better equipped to decode words independently and improve their overall reading fluency. This will ultimately increase their confidence and enjoyment of reading.

Sept. 18 - eLearning Day - schedule and information will follow later

Sept. 20 - 4th grade Field Trip - Trail of Courage

Sept. 27 - Annie Jr. Dress Rehearsal (Mac El Students will watch at the high school during the day)

Sept. 28, 29 - Annie Jr. Play (see below)

Oct. 2 - Family Literacy Night (5:00 - 6:30 pm)

Students will be learning from home this Wednesday, Sep. 18. This is a little different from our weather-related virtual days. Assignments will be posted in Google Classroom by 8:00 am. Students will work on their assignments and will not be required to attend Google Meets as they do on a weather-related virtual day. Teachers will have office hours from 10:30 am - 11:30 am and 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm where students can join a Google Meet and ask questions or seek help. Students can also email their teachers outside of these hours. Teachers will be engaged in professional development and will respond to emails as they are able.

Regular attendance is crucial for students’ academic success. When students miss school, they often miss important lessons, assignments, and opportunities for interaction with their classmates and teachers. This can lead to falling behind in their studies and feeling discouraged. It’s essential for students to attend school consistently to build a strong foundation for their education and future goals.

If your child will not be at school, you must leave the reason for your child's absence when calling into the attendance line. Thank you!

Students have been encouraged to reflect on the things they love about their lives this week. This activity has been integrated into their bullying education sessions during guidance classes. By identifying what they love about their lives, students are likely to feel more positive and good about themselves, which can have a positive impact on those around them.

We appreciate families supporting Maconaquah at extra-curricular events. We want to remind all families of the importance of supervising your children at all extra-curricular events. For the safety of our students, elementary and middle school students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian in attendance at these events.

Please note that running around and engaging in rough play, such as throwing footballs, rocks, etc., can pose a risk to both players and spectators. In order to maintain a safe environment for everyone, we ask that you refrain from allowing your children to participate in these activities.

Your cooperation is greatly appreciated, as it helps us in creating a positive and safe atmosphere for our community.

All Maconaquah Elementary Students will be able to receive a free breakfast. Students will report to the cafeteria upon arrival to get their breakfast and bring it to their classroom to eat.

Click on the link below for the breakfast and lunch menus.

Email: tidds@maconaquah.k12.in.us

Website: https://www.maconaquah.k12.in.us/