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Mac El Weekly News

Week of February 9, 2024

Mac El WeeklyNewsWeek of February 9, 2024

From the Principal

The sounds of our students playing outside this week were wonderful! Unfortunately, spring hasn't arrived yet, and the weather is expected to get colder again, with the possibility of snow. So, please make sure that your child has a coat, hat, gloves, and appropriate clothing when they come to school on Monday!


As Valentine's Day is approaching next week, we would like to take a moment to appreciate the kindness demonstrated by our students towards each other. We are fortunate to have many students who care for one another, make new friends, include others, share, laugh, and enjoy each other's company. Thank you for instilling the values of kindness and respect in your children at home. We witness their acts of kindness every day and we are grateful for it.

๐Ÿ—“ Mark your calendar

Feb. 10 - Braves Generation CIRCLE the State @ Western HS

Feb. 12 - COGAT Testing Begins (grades 2 & 5)

Feb. 14 - Valentine's Day

Feb. 15 - Fundraiser order forms and money Due

Feb. 19 - President's Day - NO SCHOOL

Feb. 23 - 4th Grade Science Fair (1:30 - 3:00 pm)

March 1 - 3rd Grade Field Trip to Honeywell Center

March 4 - March 15 - IREAD TESTING 2nd & 3rd grade (see schedule below)

IREAD TESTING - Grades 2 & 3

Students in 2nd and 3rd grade will be taking IREAD. Please note the dates and times of testing. It is important for your child to be here at the scheduled time to give them the best opportunity for success. More information will follow as we get closer to testing.

STEM in our School

Ms. Dotson's Class

Students learned about natural disasters while applying the engineering design process to create rollercoasters, tornado-resistant buildings, earthquake-resistant buildings, and parachutes (to help Jack fall safely from the beanstalk).

Mac El Yearbooks on Sale Now

Yearbooks are on sale now until spring break.

Cost: $20 (price increases after spring break)

Make Checks payable to Maconaquah Elementary


Order forms will be sent home next week but an online payment option is open now https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A09863082

Extra Curricular

Cheer Clinic

If your student is interested, have them stop by the front office to pick up the form below.

Mac El PTO Fundraiser

PTO Fundraiser Begins

The PTO Fundraiser kickoff was on Thursday, 02/01/24. Your child has been given forms to bring home. Please make sure to read the information and keep it safe. Keep track of any money collected. The packet contains information if you want your child to sell to people through email or text. You can find the instructions on the front of the package envelope that was sent home. Remember, order forms and money are due by February 15th.


Thank you for supporting the PTO. PTO supports our students, teachers, and families in many ways. With your help, we were able to purchase the Book Vending Machine and all the books, provide Family Fun Nights, games and equipment for students, and so much more!

Mac El PTO

๐Ÿ• Weekly Breakfast and Lunch Menus

BRAVES OF THE WEEK

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2nd Grade: Boedi Claytor

Boedi is a helpful student who works hard in our classroom. We are thankful to have Boedi in our class. He is a great friend with a sense of humor that makes us all laugh.

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3rd Grade: Hannah Ladouceur

Although Hannah just joined our class family in January, it feels like sheโ€™s been with us the entire year. She picked up on our class routines and procedures like a pro and even tackled virtual learning seamlessly! She comes to class prepared, works hard, and always has a smile on her face! I canโ€™t imagine our class without her.

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4th Grade: Donovan Hayden

Donovan has shown to be an exemplary student. He has a special knack for math and engineering. He is also showing great acts of kindness in the classroom by helping his fellow students and has been a pleasure to have in class.

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5th Grade: Jordyn Shear

Jordyn is a student in my class I can always count on. She is always ready to work, help out a classmate, or participate when others are less willing. Watching Jordyn this quarter grow as a reader and in her math skills has been so fun. She quickly caught on to adding and subtracting fractions and rocked her benchmark! In reading, she increased her reading levels from 1st quarter and had tons of growth in her diagnostic. Jordyn has put the hard work into improving herself and deserves to be Brave of the week! Congrats, Jordyn, we are so proud of you!

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