Email: stacey_m_brown@mcpsmd.org
Website: https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/pagees/
Location: 13400 Tamarack Rd, Silver Spring, MD, USA
Phone: 240-740-7560
Twitter: @WTPagePenguins
Dear Page Families,
1. Repeated from Last Week - Immigration Supports for MCPS families - Message from MCPS - Our schools are and will always remain safe places where every child—regardless of immigration status—is welcomed, valued, affirmed, validated, respected, and loved. Below are some important resources for our families here at Page ES:
- Resources for students and families
- MCPS Immigration webpage with more resources (Students/Families)
2. Honoring Black History Month – February 2025 - February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the rich heritage, achievements, and contributions of African Americans throughout history. This year at Page, our theme is “Black History in the DMV,” highlighting the impactful lives and legacies of individuals and groups who have lived or worked in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
Students will have the opportunity to research and study influential figures or organizations from the DMV region. They will showcase their learning through creative projects, which will be presented at our school assembly. Throughout February, our morning announcements will feature daily spotlights on Black History in the DMV. The calendar is below.
3. Celebrating Chinese New Year 2025 – The Year of the Snake! 🐍
Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, begins on January 29, 2025, ushering in the Year of the Snake. This vibrant celebration marks the start of the lunar new year and is filled with rich traditions, colorful decorations, family gatherings, and festive foods. The snake symbolizes wisdom, intuition, and transformation, making 2025 a year for growth and new beginnings.
Common customs include giving red envelopes for good luck, enjoying traditional dishes like dumplings and spring rolls, and watching dazzling dragon and lion dances.
We extend our warmest wishes to all who celebrate—may this new year bring happiness, prosperity, and good health to you and your families! 新年快乐 (Xīnnián kuàilè)! 🎉
4. Attention Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 5 Families Gifted and Talented (GT) identification screening process - Montgomery County Public Schools has sent home letters to all grade 2 families, and students in grades 3 and 5 who have the opportunity to be rescreened for the Gifted and Talented Process.
The form is available from January 27 to February 28, 2025. Directions about how to access and complete the form are provided in the letter mailed home. Please complete the online Parent Input Form to tell us about your student’s strengths. Some helpful information in provided below:
Recommendations and Reminders:
- Watch a video demonstration of how to complete the form: https://youtu.be/Y3HqvKeZVxY
- When possible, use the Google Chrome internet browser to complete this form.
- You must be signed into your student’s MCPS Google Apps account to complete this form.
- If you are unable to access the form, use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Shift+N (Windows) or Command+Shift+N (macOS) to access an Incognito (Chrome) or private (Microsoft Edge or Safari) window to log into your student’s Google Apps account.
If you are having issues with the electronic form and need a paper copy, please contact your classroom teacher so this can be sent home. For additional support, please contact your elementary school’s GT Liaison, Caryn Maxwell @ caryn_e_maxwell@mcpsmd.org or 240-740-7560.
5. Joe Corbi’s and Claire’s Gourmet Fundraiser (flyers attached) - The Page PTA is currently running a Joe Corbi's and Claire's Gourmet Fundraiser. The fundraiser kicks off Friday! Packets were sent home with your student. Students and Families EARN GREAT PRIZES while supporting our school!
Please make sure you register using the steps below:
- Step 1: Register at https://joecorbi.com/login/ to create your pop-up store. Use Org ID # 20491 to complete registration.
- Step 2: Check out the brochure.
- Step 3: Share the fundraiser with friends and family and Order for yourself.
- Step 4: Return the Summary Sheet and Total Money Due by February 18th. We accept cash, Money Orders and checks payable to: WT Page PTA
See you this week!!
Ms. Brown
Principal
Mark Your Calendars
This Week
- February 1st - Black History Month Begins
- Monday, February 3rd - National School Counseling Week Begins and Grade 5 Candy Grams Fundraiser starts
- Tuesday, February 4th - WT Page PTA Meeting – @ 7:00 pm
o Meeting ID: 817 8805 9076
o Passcode: 223445 - Thursday, February 6th - Report Card Go Home
- Saturday, February 8th @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon - White Oak on the Weekend at White Oak Middle School (For 5th Grade Immersion Students) - (Flyer Coming Soon)
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Upcoming Dates
February 14th - Valentine’s Day Parties
February 17th - Presidents’ Day - No School
February 19th - SI Interest Meeting for Parents @ 5:30
February 28th - Early Release for students and MP3 Interims Due
Vacancy Announcement - MCCPTA Delegate
- The William Tyler Page Elementary School PTA is seeking an MCCPTA delegate to serve as our PTA representative on county-wide group meetings. To apply, please email your interest to president@wtpagepta.org .
- Renew every year
- Join for as low as $12
Three great reasons to JOIN the PTA
❶ Amplify your voice.
❷ Have fun and meet new people!
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- While our beloved teachers are busy raising the bar for our kiddos, we are going to set a different "BAR" for them daily to say "Thank YOU" for all their hard work. If you would like to drop-off snacks, please leave them in the Front Office and let the staff know that the items are for the Snack Pantry. This is an ongoing effort and will seek support for the remainder of the school year. If you would like to contribute to helping make this happen click on a slot and sign up. If you would like to make a cash donation, please visit the PTA store by clicking Cash Donation or sign up
- Stay up-to-date with upcoming events, news and meetings.
- Subscribe to our calendar today!
- Committees - Spring Fling, Silent Auction, Teacher Appreciation & more
Email Tawanna at president@wtpagepta.org if you are interested in volunteering
- Download the Box Tops app -use the WT Page Referral Code: KP1V04U6