Lion Pride Newsletter
NEWSLETTER - 12/09/2024
Madison Park Middle School
Email: parkoffice@madisoned.org
Website: https://www.madisonaz.org/Domain/14
Location: 1431 E Campbell Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85014, USA
Phone: 6026647500
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MadisonAZParkMiddleSchool
Dear Amazing Families of Madison Park,
This week has been an incredible one as we embarked on our benchmark assessments! We are so proud of our students for their hard work and dedication during this process. Many students showed tremendous effort by taking their time to carefully read through questions and using scratch paper to problem-solve effectively. Their commitment to doing their best truly shined!
We’re only at the halfway point of this journey, and there’s still important work ahead. We’re excited to see how students continue to grow and excel!
Stay tuned—Test Talks for students will be coming soon! These conversations will provide an opportunity to discuss your child’s strengths and identify areas for improvement, helping us work together to support their academic success.
To find out more information about the MAP assessment, please use this link: Common Questions for Families and Parent Family Toolkit
More information about NWEA can be found on the MSD website Click here.
Students will take the next MAP assessment in April.
Best regards,
Priscilla Gossett - Principal
Rebecca Galindo - Assistant Principal
PTO Meeting- Parent Teacher Organization
Join us for our next PTO meeting on 12/10/2024 at 4:30 pm in Rm. C111. Be Present or join virtually.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/72976765929?pwd=LKaXaaJ8LfMtpDJvajRWMAywzbJbBm.1
Meeting ID: 729 7676 5929
Passcode: v44cHX
School Spelling Bee
A big thank-you to all our amazing students who participated in this year’s school spelling bee! Your hard work, dedication, and enthusiasm made it an event to remember.
We are thrilled to announce that Seren and Kylin will represent our school at the district-level spelling bee. Let’s all wish them the best of luck as they compete and showcase their spelling talents. We’re so proud of you
For those students that want extra words to study, here are two resources:
2025 School Spelling Bee Study List
The district spelling bee will be held on 1/23/25 at 8:30 am at the Madison Center for the Arts.
Tax Credit Donation
We have an opportunity that will assist all students of Madison Park School. If you are interested in supporting our students and receiving a credit on your Arizona State Income Taxes, please take the time to contribute to our Tax Credit Program click here. You may donate up to $400 to the children of Madison Park School. In doing so, you will receive a dollar for dollar tax break on your State Income Taxes.
Your generosity will make a significant difference in our ability to provide needed services and extended activities to our diverse population.
The tax credit donations are used to fund field trips to visit libraries, museums, and various cultural centers. It is important for us to enrich the academic environment in order to maintain a cutting edge academic program. Many of our students would not have the chance to take part in these experiences unless the school provides these opportunities. Our students deserve the rich experiences that other schools are privy to. We make every effort to provide that sense of balance, keep children safe, and provide enriching opportunities for the students of Madison Park School.
Be sure to keep your receipt(s) for tax purposes and note the CTDS numbers for our schools, listed below. You will reference the number corresponding to the school you donated to for tax purposes.
- Madison Park – 070438150
Park Gratitude Tree
Our PTO has sponsored the Park Gratitude Tree. Please stop by the office lobby and choose a tag of one of our awesome staff members. Between now and Dec. 13th, pick something from the small items listed on the tag and surprise the staff member.
Here is how it works:
Stop by the Office Lobby and choose a Tag from the tree.
Fill out the bottom portion of the Tag and place it in the box so we know who took the tag.
Take the top part of your tag and between now and December 13th, to pick something from the items listed to surprise the staff member.
Thank you for helping us show gratitude and support for the Amazing Park Staff.
Helping Parents Navigate Apps and Games with Common Sense Media
As part of our ongoing efforts to support your child’s online safety and digital literacy, we are excited to share resources from Common Sense Media. This trusted organization provides reviews and insights to help parents better understand the apps, games, and websites their students may be using.
With technology playing such a big role in our children’s lives, it’s essential to stay informed about the content they are exposed to and how these platforms may impact their learning, behavior, and overall well-being. Common Sense Media offers easy-to-read reviews, safety tips, and age-appropriate recommendations to guide your decisions about digital content:
Use the links below for the Parents Ultimate Guide to:
We encourage you to explore these resources and have open conversations with your child about their online habits. By working together, we can ensure a safer, more positive digital experience for all our students.
Thank you for partnering with us in supporting your child’s education and well-being!
Message from Athletics
Winter Sports: Park - Winter Sports Game Schedules
As a reminder, If your student makes the team there is a $100 athletic fee. Remember to claim this sports fee as a tax credit when you file your taxes at the end of year. This fee can be paid in the office or through PowerSchool. If you have a PowerSchool Parent account for your student, fees can be paid by logging into your account. If you do not have a PowerSchool account and would like to pay a fee for a student, please visit our online payment portal. This fee must be paid before the first game of the season. A student will not be issued a uniform until the fee is paid. If you have questions or concerns about this fee please contact Mr. Duke. dduke2@madisoned.org
Important Dates - Please mark your calendars for the following dates and stay tuned for more detailed information.
Winter Sports - All Games start at 4:45pm -
- 12/09 Flag Football and Varsity and JV Cheer- Home vs. Meadows
- 12/10 PTO Meeting @ Park 4:30 pm in Rm. C111 (see above for Zoom Login)
- 12/10 Girls/Boys JV Basketball @ MTA-Traditional
12/10 Girls/Boys Varsity Basketball and Varsity Cheer vs. Atkinson @ Borman
12/11 Winter Elective Showcase 5pm-7pm
12/12 Girls/Boys Varsity Basketball and Varsity Cheer vs. Borman @ Borman
12/18 Winter Festival 12:20pm-2pm
12/19 Quarterly Team Building Event
12/23-12/31- Winter Break- No School
01/03-01/03-Winter Break-No School
01/06/2025- School Resumes
Message from our School Social Worker, Ms. Lopez
The holidays are right around the corner and at times our families need support. Below are some community resources that if in need you could benefit from. If you do find yourself in need this year during the holidays please fill this form out to ensure that someone from our school contacts you for support.
Park Holiday Assistance Request Form 2024
Salvation Army Christmas Angel Registration
Read more about Madison Park Middle School Support Service Team
Library Notification
Dear Parents:
We’re excited to let you know that we’ve added new books to our library. To keep you in the loop, we’ll be listing these titles on our district website for the next sixty (60) days. The review period will start on October 4, 2024 and end on December 3, 2024.
If you have any questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We appreciate your involvement and support! (A.R.S. 15-721/A.R.S. 15-722).
Steps to Locate Lists
Step 1- Log onto madisonaz.org
Step 2- Click on Families and then Family Resources
Step 3- Click on Parent Access to Library materials
Step 4- Select the school
