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To the Families of our Students,

Starting 11/22/24, our school will be administering the Measurable Results Assessment (MRA), a survey and reporting system designed to provide insights into the progress of our school. In order to provide a holistic picture of what is going on in our school, the MRA includes three different surveys;

1) one completed by all school staff,

2) one completed by students in grades 4 and above, and

3) one completed by the families of students in all grades.

We hope you will participate so we can use the feedback to make our school an even better place for students and families. If you have any questions about the surveys or wish to see a list of questions, please click on this link

FAMILY SURVEY

WHAT:

An online survey completed by one member of each household.

● Survey typically takes about 5 minutes to complete

● Questions relate to the experiences you and your child have at our school.

● Answers are anonymous--to encourage people to be honest and open, no names and other identifying information will be collected.

WHEN: The survey is now available for you to take through 12/0/24

HOW:

The survey can be taken from any computer, smartphone, or tablet with internet access,

● Simply click on this link:

• English https://www.leaderinme.com/s/meadow-view-elementary-wi/families

• Spanish https://www.leaderinme.com/s/meadow-view-elementary-wi/families?locale=es-US

• French https://www.leaderinme.com/s/meadow-view-elementary-wi/families?locale=fr

• Vietnamese https://www.leaderinme.com/s/meadow-view-elementary-wi/families?locale=vi

STUDENT SURVEY

This survey will be completed by students in grades four and above on a computer at school. ● Survey typically takes 15-20 minutes to complete

● Students privately answer questions about their attitudes and behaviors--and can skip questions and stop anytime they choose.

● Students who do not wish to participate in the survey or whose parents choose to deny permission for their participation will be provided with an appropriate alternative activity (e.g. quiet reading) while the surveys are being administered. If you have a child in grades four and above and DO NOT want them to participate in the MRA Student Survey, please communicate with your classroom teacher by 11/24/24. Please know that your decision to deny permission will not impact your child’s grades or your relationship with any member of our school

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact your student's classroom teacher.

Mrs. Bell

Upcoming Events

• NO SCHOOL | December 9
• SCO Movie Night | December 13
• Hot Chocolate/Cookie Party | December 18
• Little Shoppers | December 20
• Winter Break | December 23 - January 3

Monday, November 25 - CANCELED

Tuesday, November 26 - CANCELED

Here is another holiday gift resource! Application is open through midnight on December 4th. Pickup is at the Alliant Energy Center. Please click the link below for more information regarding registration!

https://www.emptystockingclub.com/apply"

The Sun Prairie Wellness Coalition is hosting a screening of the film Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age. Registration is required and once an individual or group registers, they will have a two week window, from December 1st through 15th, to view it in your home whenever you want!

Screenagers explores parental struggles over social media, video games, academics and internet addiction and offers solutions to help kids find balance. Registration is required and once an individual or group registers, they will have a two week window, from December 1st through 15th, to view it.

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Thank you for working with us to support Sun Prairie Schools! You may know that the Wisconsin state report cards have been released. Our district is always focused on improving outcomes for all students. We’ve outlined our main efforts to support student success, which you can learn more about by visiting https://www.sunprairieschools.org/district/strategic-framework.

Every year, we inform our parents and caregivers about the release of state report cards. The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) creates these report cards for every public school and district in Wisconsin, as required by state law (Wis. Stat. 115.385). According to DPI, “The report cards are intended to help schools and districts use performance data to celebrate successes and improve their efforts to prepare students for their futures.”

We are proud that our overall success remains similar to success identified in the state test three years ago as we have served students with increased socio-economic needs and housing insecurity. No schools in our district failed to meet expectations. Here is some important information from this year’s results:

• As a district, we exceed the state average in overall English Language Arts (ELA), overall math, 3rd grade ELA, graduation rates, and ELA growth.
• We are below the state average in math growth and chronic absenteeism.
• We exceed the state average in advanced coursework, students earning industry-recognized credentials, and work-based learning.
• Both Sun Prairie East and Sun Prairie West High Schools exceed state expectations and both schools achieved the highest possible score (100) for ELA growth and exceeded the state average for both ELA and math achievement and growth. Both schools are in the top 20% of all 9–12 high schools in the state.
• Middle schools exceed the state average in ELA achievement but are behind in math achievement and growth for both ELA and math.
• While we are making progress across our nine elementary schools, we also know that we still have work to do to make sure there is consistent achievement and growth across our schools and across our student demographics.

This year’s state report cards are based on data from the 2023–24 school year. It’s important to remember that state report cards are just one way to measure progress. The report cards are based on four main priority areas:

1. Achievement: Proficiency in ELA and math on state tests.
2. Growth: Year-to-year progress in ELA and math.
3. Target Group Outcomes: Results for students with the lowest test scores.
4. On-Track to Graduation: Indicators of how well students are progressing toward graduation.

These scores are combined into an overall accountability score between 0 and 100. However, this score is not a percentage and does not follow a traditional grading scale. Schools are placed into one of five “star” categories based on their scores.

District and school report cards are found at http://dpi.wi.gov/accountability/report-cards.

If you’d like to know more about your school’s improvement efforts, please contact your building principal. We’re excited to keep working together to make 2024–2025 a great school year for your students!

Sincerely,
Dr. Curt Mould
Director of Digital Media, Innovation, and Strategy

We are excited to announce a new initiative that celebrates and encourages acts of kindness within our school community – the Uplift Kindness Wall. This vibrant space will showcase the kind gestures, words, and actions of our students, staff, and families. Whether it's helping a classmate, sharing a smile, or offering a word of encouragement, every act of kindness makes a difference!

The Uplift Kindness Wall will serve as a visual reminder of the positive impact we can all have when we choose kindness. It's an opportunity for everyone in our Meadow View family to uplift each other, create a stronger sense of community, and model empathy and compassion.

We invite all stakeholders to support this initiative by submitting messages to recognize acts of kindness! Use the following link to access the Uplift Kindness eWall and submit your message: [Insert Link Here]. Together, we can create a ripple effect of kindness that spreads far beyond our walls!

Let’s continue to uplift kindness and celebrate these small but powerful moments that shape our school’s culture!

From Kelsey Klug | kjklug@sunprairieschools.org

Hello MV parents/caregivers,

If your child will be absent from school OR has an appointment during the day, please call the attendance line (608.478.5000, #1). If you email your student's teacher about their absence or appointment, please include me in your email so I can get the message in a timely manner and forgo giving you a safety arrival call; or have your student in the office ready for you if you need to pick them up for an appointment. We always appreciate you letting us know in advance.

Thank you!

We wanted to provide some guidelines regarding birthday treats and appreciate your cooperation in ensuring the well-being and inclusivity of all students. Please take a moment to review the following reminders:

1. Accessibility and Allergies: When bringing in birthday treats, please ensure that the food labels are easily accessible to Kelsey and Madhu, our staff members at the front desk, who are responsible for allergy awareness. This allows them to check for any potential allergens that may affect students in the class.

2. Individually Packed Items: We kindly request that you consider providing individually packed items for birthday treats. This helps with portion control and ensures convenience for distribution. Individually packaged treats also minimize the risk of cross-contamination and promote cleanliness.

3. Non-Food Treats: We encourage you to explore the option of non-food treats for birthdays. Non-food items can be equally enjoyable and are a great way to celebrate while accommodating various dietary preferences and restrictions. Examples include small toys, stickers, pencils, or bookmarks.

4. No Class-Wide Food Items: To maintain a balanced and inclusive approach, we kindly ask that you refrain from providing class-wide food items such as pizzas or hot dishes. This helps prevent any potential disruptions to the regular meal routine and ensures that dietary restrictions are respected.

5. No Balloons: While we understand that balloons are often associated with celebrations, we kindly request that you refrain from bringing balloons to school. This is to maintain a safe and distraction-free environment for all students.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in following these guidelines. By working together, we can create inclusive celebrations that ensure the well-being of every student. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.

Parents and Caregivers,

There have been some changes this summer from the CDC with new guidelines for when your child is sick and should stay home from school. Please see the following:

CDC Guidance

If someone has the following symptoms, they should stay home because their illness could affect their ability to participate in the school and there is concern that they might spread an infection to staff and other students.

• Fever over 100.4 or higher, and/or fever with a new rash
• Vomiting more than twice in the preceding 24 hours
• Diarrhea that causes "accidents", bloody, or results greater than 2 bowel movements above what the student normally experiences in a 24 hour-hour period.
• Skin sores that are draining fluids on an uncovered part of the body and are unable to be covered with bandages.
• Respiratory virus symptoms that are worsening or not improving and not better explained by other causes such as seasonal allergies.

The timeline for when a student can return depends on the nature of the illness. In general, a student returning to school should be well enough to participate in school (can adequately manage improving cough and congestion on their own and not overly fatigued) and care of the returning student should not interfere with the school staff's ability to teach or care for other students.

Parents and caregivers should consult their child healthcare providers with specific questions about their child's condition or recovery.

For the general symptoms described on the stay-at-home-when-sick section, policies can allow return to the school setting when:

• Student has no fever and is not using fever-reducing medicine for at least 24 hours.
• Fever with a new rash has been evaluated by a healthcare provider and fever and resolved.
• Uncovered skin sores are crusted and the student is under treatment from their provider.
• Vomiting has been resolved overnight and the child can hold down food/liquids in the morning.
• Diarrhea has improved, the student is no longer having accidents or is having bowel movements no more than 2 above normal per 24 hours period for the child. Bloody diarrhea should be evaluated by a healthcare provider prior to return.
• Respiratory virus symptoms are getting better overall for at least 24 hours.

Thank you for your assistance to help keep our students healthy throughout the school.

If your student has a fever or is feeling ill, please keep them home and call the attendance line for their absence. 608.478.5000, #1

On Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday our school day ends at 2:40; Thursday is at 1:30. Students need to be picked up promptly after dismissal.

Teachers are working very hard to keep students engaged, and always provide a safe and loving environment. Please remind your students to keep practicing the Otter Way:

Be Safe

Be Responsible

Be Kind

“These Parent/Caregiver Curriculum Guides, available in English and Spanish, were created in collaboration with teachers, school social workers, school counselors and administration to provide guidance about child development, end of year learning goals, and how families can support learning through activities outside of school. We welcome our families. We honor what you bring to our learning community. We want to partner with you in ways that help your child.”

• No student may be unlawfully discriminated against in any school programs, activities or in facilities usage because of the student’s sex (gender identity, gender expressions, and non-conformity to gender role stereotypes), color, religion, profession, or demonstration of belief or non-belief, race, national origin (including limited English proficiency), ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, homelessness status, sexual orientation, age, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability. Harassment is a form of discrimination and shall not be tolerated in the District. It is the responsibility of administrators, staff members and all students to ensure that student discrimination or harassment does not occur.

(SPASD District Policy JB)

If a student or parent/guardian would prefer to have this information translated into Spanish, please contact the District’s us at 608-834-6620. Si un estudiante, padre ó guardian prefiere tener esta información traducida en Español, por favor contactenos en el 608-834-6620.

If a student or parent/guardian would prefer to have this information translated into Hmong, please contact us at 608-834-6630. Yog tus me nyuam lub xiv los yog niam thiab txiv/tus neeg muaj cai saib xyuas tus me nyuam xav tau qhov ntawv ntawm no ua lus Hmoob, thov hais rau peb paub rau ntawm 608-834-6630.

NOTICE OF SCHOOL DISTRICT POLICIES ON SEX DISCRIMINATION, THE DISTRICT’S TITLE IX COORDINATOR, AND PROCEDURES FOR REPORTING OR FILING A COMPLAINT OF SEX DISCRIMINATION

• The District does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits all forms of unlawful sex discrimination in any education program or activity that the District operates. Title IX’s requirement not to discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity includes, but is not limited to, discrimination affecting students.

To access the relevant policy and procedures you can go to the District’s website. For inquiries regarding how Title IX and the federal Title IX regulations apply to the District please contact the District’s Title IX Coordinator, (the Director of Student Policy & School Operations, 501 S. Bird Street, Sun Prairie, WI 53590, 608-834-6624 or by email at titleixcoordinator@sunprairieschools.org.) (SPASD District Policy AC)

Meadow View Elementary School

200 N. Grand Avenue

608.478.5000