Mt Peak Family,

In the month of September, our CKH Leadworthy character trait is empathy, a vital quality as we work to cultivate understanding and compassion within our school community. We’re also thrilled to invite you to our Lunch with Loved Ones event! Please take a moment to fill out the RSVP form—this helps us plan for seating and ensures a smooth check-in process. While you’re here, don’t forget to visit the Book Fair, which offers a fantastic selection of books for your child to enjoy.

Have a great weekend!

Adam Henke

Principal

adam.henke@midlothianisd.org

Snacks such as cookies, chips, fruit roll-ups, and more are available for purchase during lunch for all students. Starting Tuesday, this option will also be extended to our kindergarten students. Additionally, ice cream is offered every Tuesday.

If a student has funds on their My School Bucks account, they are allowed to purchase snacks. Please note that cafeteria personnel are not authorized to limit the number of snacks a student may purchase. However, parents can set a spending limit on their child's My School Bucks account to control the amount they can spend on snacks.

To set a limit, parents can email Mandie Tucker at mandie.tucker@midlothianisd.org or call the Child Nutrition office at 469-856-5390. Please be sure to provide your student’s name and ID number along with the desired restrictions. The notes will remain on the account until parents choose to remove them.

In MISD we have launched an anti-bullying campaign called "Ripple Kindness" to foster a culture of respect and empathy among our students. Through this initiative, we aim to empower students to recognize the impact of their actions and encourage them to spread kindness throughout our school community. Thursday, we introduced this campaign by showing the videos "It Only Takes One" and "Be an Upstander - Prevent Bullying," which highlight the importance of standing up against bullying and how a single act of kindness can create a positive ripple effect. Our goal is to ensure that every student feels safe, supported, and valued at Mt. Peak, and we believe that by working together, we can make a significant difference in preventing bullying.

It Only Takes One

Be an Upstander - Prevent Bullying

We are excited to share an opportunity to get involved with the school through our Father Figure volunteer group, DOGS. This group steps in to help whenever the need arises, whether it's assisting with the drop-off car line on Friday mornings or giving our staff a break during particularly cold or rainy weather. The commitment is flexible—you don't need to be there every Friday, but when you can participate, the kids and staff truly appreciate it.

We'll also have various opportunities throughout the school year to help out with setting up for school events. It's a great way to make a positive impact, and the kids love seeing the dads and father figures involved.

If you'd like to join, please click [this link] to sign up.

Background Checks

While completing a background check isn't mandatory, it's always a good idea to have one on file in case an event comes up that requires volunteer help inside the school. You can complete the Volunteer Background Check here.

If you have any questions or comments, feel free to email Mr. Henke at adam.henke@midlothianisd.org.

We would love to see a strong group of men involved at Mt. Peak, so please consider signing up!

Mrs. Langs class explored the numbers 1-5 with their NumberBlocks!

Volunteers are needed for the book fair next week. Volunteers should have completed the background check through the district: https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/MjU0NDplbi1VUw==

Please follow the link below.

There is an amazing program offered by Midlothian ISD called Destination Imagination.

THIS IS AN INTEREST FORM, YOU WILL RECEIVE PAPER REGISTRATION FORMS LATER.

Is your child creative? Does your child like to tell stories? Do they like to build things? Do YOU want them to be independent thinkers?

If so, then sign up below!

If you’re interested in signing your student up to be on a Rising Stars (K-2) non-competitive team or a competitive team (3-12), please fill out the Google form through the link at the bottom. For more information, check out their YouTube site and challenges below.

https://youtu.be/kiOg7QrpHvs?si=3-zztG594O05WPf_-WHAT IS DI VIDEO? https://youtu.be/fodyilred60?si=djCeueThvy1APDmR-CHALLENGE VIDEO

Please keep in mind that for us to have teams, there must be at least 1 team manager volunteer for each team and an appraiser for the tournament. Please consider volunteering! Below is QR code to the Google form that we would like you to fill out if your student is interested in this program. The deadline for filling out this form is September 11, 2023. PARENT MEETING: We will be having a parent informational meeting at Miller Elementary School in the cafeteria on September 9th, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact the MISD DI District Coordinators: casey.nelson@midlothianisd.org or kim.moss@midlothianisd.org for more information.

Here is the link to sign up for DI: https://forms.gle/gzbbq2vTmfLEoUWT7

We would love you to follow along during the week for updates of what is happening at Mt Peak. You can follow along on Facebook There is an imposter site. So, please follow the one with a picture of the school in the header.

The Mt Peak mission statement is the Mt Peak family will make a positive difference in the lives we touch by putting children first and challenging everyone to reach their full potential.

Our staff is working so hard for your kids! We would love for you to share the impact they are having on your child or any special information you would like to share. Please fill out this form for us.

Thank you!

It has been a great week as I have had the opportunity to visit grades PreK, K, 1, and 2 for character education lessons through our Character Strong and Capturing Kids Hearts curriculum! We have been focusing on the topic of Empathy. We spoke about its meaning, how to show empathy, and what empathy may look like. I will continue to see grades 3, 4, and 5 after the Labor Day holiday. Thank you so much for your continued support and please be looking for more information about our "Start With Hello Week" coming up soon!

Wendy Waldroup

Counselor

What is Empathy?

Empathy is the ability to be aware of, understand, and be sensitive to another person’s feelings. Instead of focusing on how these feelings impact ourselves, empathy motivates us to focus on others and respond with care and compassion.

Why Focus on Empathy?

• Empathy builds a positive classroom culture. Empathy empowers students to learn to understand each other to build trust and safety in the classroom.
• Empathy strengthens community. Empathy helps students strengthen their relationships with classmates, other students and adults at school, and at home.
• Empathy prepares your students to be leaders in their community. The best leaders understand the people they lead and are able to show they care.

Empathy in Action:

• Take a different perspective. When you take a different perspective, you put aside your own feelings and reactions to see the situation through another’s eyes.
• Put aside judgment. Take a pause, and rather than express conclusions about a situation based on what you see, step back and consider other things you may still need to know or understand.
• Communicate that you understand. Instead of giving advice, respond with reflective phrases like, “It sounds like you...” or “I hear that you...” to express that you understand and care.

Mark your calendars! Check back regularly for updates and new events added

Sept 12: 6:00 PM - PTO Meeting, Boy Scouts Sign Up

Oct 8: 6:00 PM 6:00 PM 3rd School Performance & PTO meeting

Dec 10: 6:00 PM 5th School Performance & PTO Meeting

Feb 11: PTO Meeting

Mar 6: PTO Meeting

Apr 1: 6:00 PM 1st Grade Performance & PTO Meeting

Apr 17: PTO Auction

May 15: PTO meeting voting for new board members

Midlothian ISD Athletics Hall of Honor is thrilled to announce the second annual Hall of Honor 5K and Fun Run, set to take place on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Midlothian ISD Multi-Purpose Stadium. This exciting community event celebrates and honors the legacy of outstanding athletes, coaches, teams, and community supporters from Midlothian ISD.

The Fun Run will kick off at 8:00 a.m., followed by the 5K Race at 8:15 a.m. Participants of all ages are encouraged to join in this family-friendly event, whether you’re a seasoned runner or looking for a fun morning out with friends and family.

The Hall of Honor 5K and Fun Run not only promotes health and wellness in our community but also raises funds to support the Midlothian ISD Athletics Hall of Honor Scholarship Fund. Proceeds from the event will help provide scholarships for graduating MISD student-athletes and help promote the annual induction banquet.

Event Details:

- Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024

- Location: Midlothian ISD Multi-Purpose Stadium

- Packet Pick-Up / Day of Registration: 7:00 a.m.

- Fun Run Start Time: 8:00 a.m.

- 5K Start Time: 8:15 a.m.

Participants can register online at www.midlothianhoh.com or on-site on the day of the event. Early registration is encouraged to secure your spot and T-shirt size (Virtual Runner Options are available).

Join us in celebrating the spirit of Midlothian ISD Athletics and honoring those who have made significant contributions to our athletics programs. We invite everyone to lace up their running shoes and be a part of this exciting day!

For more information, to register, or to become a sponsor, please visit www.midlothianhoh.com.

Together, let’s make this year’s Hall of Honor 5K and Fun Run an event to remember!

Per MISD Athletics,

• Families should enter through Gate A.
• Free admission is available only for campus students. Parents are required to purchase a ticket.
• Students can either show their student ID or wear a campus spirit shirt for entry.

• MISD enforces a Clear Bag Policy.

• Please note that outside drinks (including tumblers) and food are not permitted.

A campus administrator will be on duty at Gate A to welcome families and answer any questions that may come up. Thank you! It is going to be a fun season, and I cannot wait to see the kids at the big game!

Mt Peak has a great director and would love to serve you. Register here for after-school childcare.

If you believe you have opted into the text alert feature and are not receiving text messages, go to your Skyward Family Access account and click on “Skylert” to verify your contact information. Update information if needed and allow 24 hours for our systems to recognize your changes. You should begin receiving text alerts and emails.

If you unsubscribed to receiving email notification please complete this form (https://forms.gle/3sUmoWnjT7S7cpx27) to re-activate your email notifications.

All Texas school districts are required by law to distribute information to parents and guardians about the safe storage of firearms. House Bill 3, Section 19 added Section 37.222 to the Texas Education Code, which requires the Texas School Safety Center, in collaboration with the Texas Department of Public Safety, to provide information and resources to school districts for the purpose of disseminating the information to parents. The Texas DPS launched a Keep ‘Em Safe Texas website that provides safety resources, materials, and tips for practicing safe gun storage to prevent accidents and keep children safe. Remember, a gun should be stored unloaded in a safe or locked container, with ammunition stored elsewhere. You can learn more and find additional resources from the Texas Department of Public Safety at https://safegunstoragetexas.com.

Below are resources that have been previously shared with parents/students with accessing and logging in to district resources. As we approach mid year we wanted to share them again.

UPDATE this

• 24-25 Quickstart Guide for MISD Students [Grades 4-12]
  
• 24-25 Quickstart Guide for MISD Students [Grade 3]
• 24-25 Quickstart Guide for MISD Students [Grades K-2]
• 24-25 Quickstart Guide for Skyward Family Access
• How to Set Up Parent Canvas Observer Account
  
• 24-25 Student Guide to Canvas in the Classroom

Does your student need MISD school bus transportation? All students must have a current Bus Rider Contract on file for each year. All contracts received by the July 12 deadline will secure route information and transportation for the first week of school. Contracts received after July 12 are being processed on a first come, first served basis and transportation is not guaranteed for the first week of school.

If you have not submitted a contract for your student, please fill one out and return to the Transportation Department by emailing to bus_contracts@midlothianisd.org or by delivering to 601 E. Avenue E, Midlothian. Please remember that your student cannot ride the bus until their contract is processed.

Dear MISD Families,

You may have received this information directly from your campus, but we want to ensure all MISD families know about an update and opportunity from our Child Nutrition Department. Please disregard this message if you have already applied for free/reduced-price school meals for the 2023-24 school year.

Students who participated in the free/reduced-price meals program during the previous school year in Midlothian ISD could continue receiving free/reduced-price meals for the first 30 days of school. This 30-day grace period has now ended, and a new application must be submitted. Students will no longer receive free/reduced-price meals without application approval for the 2023-24 school year.

Please click here to visit the MISD Child Nutrition Department website for more information on school meals and to apply for the free/reduced-price meals program.

If you have any questions or need assistance, you can reach our Child Nutrition Department by emailing mandie.tucker@midlothianisd.org or calling (469) 856-5390.

MISD Communications

Midlothian ISD uses Skyward Family Access for enrollment and to give parents real-time data about their student's grades, attendance, assignments, and more. Alerts can be set to individual preferences and information.

Skyward Family Access: 23-24 Quickstart Guide for Skyward Family Access

September 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th

5201 FM 663

Midlothian, Texas 76065

469-856-6300

https://mtpeak.midlothianisd.org/