Here is an overview of events for October 14 - 18:
- Wear Orange on Wednesday to celebrate Unity Day
- Track 1 & 2 PTA Donuts with Grownups on Thursday morning
- Thursday is Inside Out Day
- Clothing drive begins on Thursday
- Friday is Favorite Team Day
- PTA Mustang Market on Friday morning
- Track 3 students track out after dismissal on Friday
For information about student clubs, visit MES Clubs
Learn about upcoming visual arts events. Visit Student Art Contests
SPECIAL EVENTS
BULLYING PREVENTION MONTH
Listed below are special days that will occur at school for Bullying Prevention Month
CURRICULUM
Teachers have created videos to provide families information regarding the topics and skills students will learn in Quarter 2. Visit https://bit.ly/mes24Q2videos
CLOTHING DRIVE
Morrisville Elementary School is hosting a U.S.S.S. clothing drive for underwear, socks, sweatpants, and shorts from Thursday, October 17th - Friday, October 18th. Please see the flyer below for details and instructions. Thank you for supporting MES!
MES U.S.S.S Clothing Drive 2024-2025
MOVIE NIGHT
The Morrisville PTA is excited to host a Movie Night for families on Friday, October 25 with a special viewing of the animated film, The Book of Life. Food trucks and concessions will be available at 6:15 PM. The movie will begin at 7:00 PM. Volunteers are needed to help. Please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4EAAAC2DA4FCC16-52078786-mesmovie#/
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
Join us in honoring Hispanic culture through student performances showcasing the rich traditions and stories of the Hispanic community. This event will be held at Millbrook High School, Saturday, October 26, 1 PM – 4 PM.
DISABILITY AWARENESS
October is Disability History & Awareness Month. This year’s theme is “Unity in Diversity.” Morrisville Elementary is committed to supporting Disability History & Awareness Month in our school community.
REMINDERS
FIELD TRIPS: Make field trip payments at http://wcpss.schoolcashonline.com. Please consider donating to help students in need for field trips. Individuals willing to support can share online using the link below. Thank you in advance for your assistance. https://wcpss.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/13268/419/False/True
YEARBOOKS: Order a yearbook before October 31 at the lowest prices of the year. Go to www.treering.com/validate and enter code 1015052504693078
STATE FAIR: The State Fair is October 17 – 27. Purchase advance tickets online at ncstatefair.org and support the school. Simply enter 504 under “Membership” at check-out on the “Tools for Schools” link. For every Adult and Child FastTrack Gate Admission Ticket purchased online using the Morrisville Elementary school code (504) before October 17, the State Fair will donate to our school.
TOURS: Tours for families who will enroll students for the 2025-2026 academic year are now available. Register online at https://forms.gle/FLrwPHq5f4JuU5ne8
TARDIES: Families, if you arrive late to school after 9:15 AM please park and come to the front door with your child so you can sign them in to school tardy. We need an adult present to sign the student in.
ABSENCES: If your child is absent from school, be sure to send a written note to your child’s teacher when they return. Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe and healthy!
NEEDS: How can the Student Support Services Team (SSS) help your family? Complete this survey to let us know: MES Family Needs 2024-2025. We look forward to support you!
PTA NEWS
Donuts with Grownups: The PTA invites families for a special morning on these dates
- Tracks 1 & 2, Thursday October 17
- Tracks 3 & 4, Friday November 22
RSVP strongly encouraged. Use the Google form below to reserve your spot:
https://forms.gle/Gf18h8bjYUQurYHA6
PTA Movie Night: The Morrisville PTA is excited to host a Movie Night for families on Friday, October 25 with a special viewing of the animated film, The Book of Life. Food trucks and concessions will be available at 6:15 PM. The movie will begin at 7:00 PM.
We’re looking for help with the next movie night on 10/25. Please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4EAAAC2DA4FCC16-52078786-mesmovie#/
Future PTA Meetings:
- October 25
- November 22
Meetings are 8:00 AM in the Media Center. Children are welcome as long as they can play quietly. To learn more about the PTA or ask questions please email us at morrisvillepta@gmail.com . We welcome new ideas that parents would like to lead!
CALENDAR
- October 23 Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day
- October 29 Track 4 Report Cards
- November 5 Election Day. No School
- November 11 Veterans Day. No School
- November 20 Track 3 & 4 Picture Retakes
On behalf of Morrisville Elementary, I want to express thanks and appreciation to everyone who contributed items and goods for the Hurricane Relief Drive. These resources have been delivered to areas in Western North Carolina to support families in need.
Additional school information is available at www.wcpss.net/morrisvillees . Email me if you have questions. You can reach me at bbatten@wcpss.net.
Sincerely,
Burt Batten, Principal
