Week 28 MIT Update
Spring Break.MIT Meeting, more...
Week 28 MIT Update
Upcoming Dates
Upcoming Dates
4/1-4/5 Spring Break
4/8 6:30 MIT Meeting–Library/Zoom
Happy Spring! The trees are in bloom and the daffodils are showing their happy faces. We are just one week away from Spring Break and the end of the school year will come quickly after that. We have a few volunteer positions we need filled quickly. First, Girls on the Run need one more coach. Second, MIT elections are coming up soon and we need one or two people to run the Election Committee… And of course we’ll need some people to fill the open board positions! Please see below for all the details.
Hey there! Did you know that we have a poll at the end of every email? It’s just for fun and we have a different question every week. Make sure to scroll all the way to the end to participate.
Do you know there is a calendar on the Madrona BearFacts website? This one can be linked to your personal calendar. https://www.madronabearfacts.com/calendar/events-calendar/
There is also a calendar in the ParentSquare app and on the official district Madrona page. https://madrona.edmonds.wednet.edu/calendar
MIT also has a Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/madronamit
Madrona Children’s Theatre now has an Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/madrona_childrens_theatre?igsh=cm5iZm1rdWY5YzV2&fbclid=IwAR2kHYeFLPR-muTD0OL6D8_5S0BGWAJEmFpQ8jhUk5uhbbljjp3zDCVVMqk
MIT Meeting Info
Attending in person?
Meet us in the Madrona library at 6:30 pm. If you have items to bring up for discussion please send them to mitparentchair@gmail.com in advance so Molly can get it on the agenda.
MIT Meeting Zoom Link
MIT Zoom access
Meeting ID: 821 0452 7371
Security Passcode: 910768
After MIT Meeting Social
COACH NEEDED for Girls on the Run
We are looking for one more Girls on the Run coach. Practice runs from April 15th - June 10th on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Coaching is truly one of the most rewarding experiences and Girls on the Run has a curriculum that is simple to follow. We really need someone who can do both practices. We have two coaches but each one can only do one day a week. You would be on a great team with wonderful people! If you have questions, please do not hesitate to reach out! Email Shelsea Rawson rawsons447@edmonds.wednet.edu if you are interested.
Girls on the Run Registration
Registration for our Spring 2024 Season is Now Open!
Where traditional after-school clubs and organized sports often fall short, Girls on the Run steps in and fills the gap. Data shows caregivers seek after-school initiatives that encourage independent thought, build confidence, and nurture emotional health. GOTR goes beyond just physical activity — we foster a positive, educational and inclusive environment where every girl feels seen, heard, and valued. If you’re looking for a program that inspires your girl to be her best self, register for GOTR today! https://www.pinwheel.us/register/index/GOTRSnoCo-Spring-24?sid=bc71000fd913429d9dc28fc60babd973
Our spring season runs the weeks of April 15-June 10. Teams meet for 90 minutes, twice per week and all of our teams gather for a Celebration 5K on June 9 in Mill Creek. Register your 3rd-6th grade girl or gender-expansive youth for a program that will positively impact them for life! If you have questions, please reach out to Shelsea at rawsons447@edmonds.wednet.edu
ELECTION COMMITTEE NEEDED
It’s that time of the year when we need to start planning for next year!
We need a couple of volunteers to help run our Election Committee. You will be responsible for communicating and recruiting for open board positions, creating a ballot (using Google Forms or Survey Monkey), and tallying votes. Elections will take place in late April-early May. Please email Molly if you’re interested in helping: MITParentChair@gmail.com
Open MIT Board Positions
Being on the board of MIT is a fun way to be involved at school. We are a fairly drama-free group who love supporting our kids and school staff! If you know someone who is interested or would like to nominate yourself, please reach out. We’d love to hear from you and answer any questions.
Open board positions:
Parent Chair–Description can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k-AgNl6V9T2V3Avv6pTm_mHtxvbFyQu_A4D9xjxnbW8/edit?usp=sharing
Vice Treasurer–Description can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oCNMS3B2p6Dc2fLcO6k8GtEp7tC42BDqxkcapiRdshc/edit?usp=sharing
Recorder–Description can be found here:https://docs.google.com/document/d/19MVR-1OONw9qRiQPglf7xcw8NQRMSxP58KfgJYl5dDE/edit?usp=sharingEmail Submission
We are working to streamline the communication from MIT. If you have an article you’d like to have included in our weekly email, please email your blurb to Molly at MITParentChair@gmail.com by Saturday at noon to be included in the following week’s email. If you’d like the article to be included for multiple weeks (for example, a signup genius for volunteer opportunities) please include that information. We are working to update the website to make submissions for the weekly email an option. Thanks.
Volunteer Paperwork
Have you filled out your volunteer paperwork yet? All volunteers must be cleared by Edmonds School District before volunteering in any capacity at Madrona. It a quick process, but please allow up to two weeks for notification from the district about clearance. All volunteers must have either an ID badge or sticker from the office visible while on campus. Paperwork can be found here: https://www.edmonds.wednet.edu/community/volunteer Unsure if your volunteer status is still good? Please contact the Educational Services Center communications@edmonds.wednet.edu
**Interpretation**
Interpretation for families is available through the school district for MIT events.
To request ASL interpretation, email aslrequests@edmonds.wednet.edu. To request other language interpretation, call or email Kelly Carlson at carlsonka@edmonds.wednet.edu | 425-431-2900.
* Families that need interpretation must register in advance: We need 7 days to schedule interpreters for events.
* Familias que necesitan interpretación deben registrarse con anticipación: Necesitamos 7 días para programar intérpretes para los eventos.
*통역이 필요한 가족들은 미리 등록을 해야 합니다: 행사를 위한 통역관을 준비하는데3일이필요합니다.
* Các gia đình cần thông dịch phải đăng ký trước: Chúng tôi cần 7 ngày để sắp xếp thông dịch viên cho các sự kiện.
* Семьи, которые нуждаются в переводчике должны зарегистрироваться заранее: нам необходимо 7 дополнительных дня, чтобы заказать переводчика для мероприятия.
بالنسبة للعائلات التي بحاجة إلى مترجم يجب عليهم أن يسجلوا مسبقاً: نحن بحاجة إلى 7 أيام لتأمين جدول مواعيد للمترجمين لهذه الأحداث*
** If you need an ASL interpreter, please send an email to ASLrequests@edmonds.wednet.edu, and a sign language interpreter will be provided. To request other language interpretation, call or email Kelly Carlson at carlsonka@edmonds.wednet.edu | 425-431-2900.
MIT Web Technology Updates
Now Available! Be an editor of your own page on MadronaBearFacts.Com
Become an editor for your MIT project, activity or committee page on our site. MIT Technology has put together the ability to safely allow individuals to be editors of a page on the site. You will be able to login and edit the content on your page whenever you want to keep it updated. You will be able to upload images and media to support your activities. Contact Molly via MITParentChair@gmail.com if your interested in this ability and then register here at https://www.madronabearfacts.com/register/. We are compiling a list of folks with the time and desire to volunteer to adopt a page.
Open Call for MIT technology volunteers. We need to find additional web site support volunteers to help post updates to the web site and produce the MIT news letter emails. A few hours each week are needed. Zoom Training will be provided by Michael Scott McGinn in how to use WordPress, Smore and A.I. tools to create images and story editing ideas. If you would like to volunteer please email Molly at MITParentChair@gmail.com and then register here at https://www.madronabearfacts.com/register/
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