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Principal's Message - October 25, 2024

 

Hi Families,

 

Here is an overview of school events for October 28 – November 1:

  • Track 4 Report Cards go home on Tuesday
  • Quarter 2 Interims for Tracks 1 & 2 go home on Tuesday
  • Virtual Meeting for 3rd Grade Tr. 1 & 2 parents about CogAT results on Tuesday
  • Dress as your favorite Book Character on Thursday

For information about student clubs, visit MES Clubs

Learn about upcoming visual arts events. Visit  Student Art Contests

 

 

SPOTLIGHT

 

 

CogAT Meeting:  The Morrisville Academically Gifted program will host a virtual meeting for Third Grade Track 1 & 2 families on Tuesday, October 29, at 4:30 PM to share information regarding results from CogAT testing.  More details will be shared next week.

 

STORYBOOK CONTEST: This “Nosevember” Morrisville will hold a special contest for students.  All students are invited to decorate a tissue box like any book character that they love.  Please bring in all entries for the contest to Ms. Minton by Monday, November 4. Read more about contest rules and prizes at Storybook Tissue Box Contest.

 

YEARBOOKS:  Order a yearbook before October 31 at the lowest prices of the year.  Visit www.treering.com/validate and enter code 1015052504693078

 

TRACK 3 & 4 MUSIC NIGHT:  Morrisville is excited to host a Fall Mustang Music Night on November 21 for students in Grades 1-4 on Tracks 3 & 4.  Performances for students in First and Second Grade will begin at 6:30 PM.  Performances for students in Third and Fourth Grade will begin at 7:30 PM.  Mr. Mangum is holding a contest for students to design the cover for the Mustang Music Night program.  For contest rules visit Program Artwork Contest

 

DONUTS WITH GROWNUPS:  The PTA invites Track 3 & 4 families for a special morning event on Friday, November 22. Enjoy a sweet treat and connect with other families, 8:45 AM – 9:10 AM. RSVP is not required but strongly encouraged. Use the Google form below to reserve your spot: https://forms.gle/Gf18h8bjYUQurYHA6

 

MIDDLE SCHOOL:  Magnet middle schools have begun hosting tours for prospective 6th grade students.   For information about Reedy Creek Magnet Middle School visit this RCMS Flyer  and see RCMS Tour Dates

 

 

REMINDERS

 

FIELD TRIPS:  Make field trip payments at School Cash Online. Please consider donating to help students in need participate on field trips.  Individuals willing to support can share online using this link for Field Trip Donations.   Thank you in advance for your generosity and assistance.

 

TOURS:  Tours for families who will enroll students for the 2025-2026 academic year are now available.  Register online at School Tours Sign Up.  

 

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

 

Future PTA Meetings:

  • November 22

All meetings are at 8:00 AM in the Media Center. Children are welcome as long as they can play quietly.  If you want to learn more about the PTA or have questions please email us at morrisvillepta@gmail.com .   We welcome new ideas that parents would like to lead as well! 

 

DONUTS WITH GROWNUPS:  The PTA invites Track 3 & 4 families for a special morning event on Friday, November 22. Enjoy a sweet treat and connect with other families, 8:45 AM – 9:10 AM. RSVP is not required but strongly encouraged. Use the Google form below to reserve your spot: https://forms.gle/Gf18h8bjYUQurYHA6

 

CALENDAR

  • 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 we wish all families a joyous Diwali celebration next week.  Best wishes to all for prosperity, good health, and happiness in the months ahead!  We are looking forward to a great week of school for the kids! Email me if you have questions.  You can reach me at bbatten@wcpss.net.

 

Sincerely,

Burt Batten, Principal