MacArthur Notes

Principals' Update

Greetings MacArthur Families,

Happy Friday! Our All School Assembly today was a highlight for sure! We always enjoy the chance to be together and celebrate all of the amazing work happening at MacArthur each day! Read below for all that we discussed.

Today: During our Assembly, we celebrated the applicants for our 4th and 5th Grade Student Council. We had a record breaking number of students apply and we are so proud of all of their applications. In addition, we learned about the work of Ms. Callahan's 2nd graders and how they took our focus on having a growth mindset and had a Fail-A-Bration based on the new book. Click here to learn more about the book.

Next Week: In preparation for Halloween Day 10/31, this is a reminder that MacArthur commemorates 10/31 as a traditional learning day for our students. Students who celebrate are encouraged to enjoy their costumes at night and not dress up during the school day. We also ask that students keep any candy collected during their trick or treating at home, as we have several students with severe food allergies and we want to limit exposure to potential allergens. Thank you for your support in this area.

Please note: Certain grade levels have scheduled traditions that are commemorated on or around this day. For example, 5th grade students are participating in a curricular activity where the students have written two voice poems where costumes are a part of the presentation. Our 2nd graders are also planning for their traditional Storybook Pumpkin Patch.

Next Month: Our annual Multicultural Festival is fast approaching! Thursday, November 20th from 3:45pm - 5:30pm. Please complete the attached Google Form by November 17th. if you or someone in your family would like to share your heritage at the festival.

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Save the Date: MacArthur Winter Concert - Wednesday 12/17 at 9:30am in the gym (K-2 and 3-5 times TBD)

Wishing you and your family a wonderful weekend! See you at Trunk or Treat!

In Partnership,

Mr. Kmiec and Mr. Howes

PTO Notes

Don’t forget! PTO’s annual Trunk-or-Treat event takes place tonight Friday, October 24 at 5:30-7:30 PM. Food will be available to purchase at one of three food trucks! There will be games, prizes, a corn maze and more!

If you haven’t purchased your tickets via our app, you are welcome to pay at the door! Tickets are $10 per person with a cap of $40 per family. We can’t wait to see you there!

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Restaurant Nights this month! We have two more coming up in November:

Tuesday, November 4 - Chateau Restaurant

Wednesday, November 26 - Jake N Joes Restaurant

Reminder: Pizzi Pie order forms are due by November 3rd and pickup will be on November 24th between 3:15 and 5:30 PM. Forms went home with students earlier this month or families also can order online here https://forms.gle/tA1exo9EuKCWie4g6! Please contact Michaela White with any questions at MRM4664@gmail.com.

Support the 5th Grade on Election Day, November 4th, and check out their bake sale which will be held in the lobby of MacArthur School.

The next Spirit Day is Friday, November 7th. Don’t forget to visit the official MacArthur fan gear store https://1stplace.sale/41837!

As always, make sure you join our app to stay informed and get involved!

1. Click the link below to download GroupSpot.

2. Open GroupSpot and create a new account.

3. Tap ‘Join with Invite Code’ and enter the code below.

The MacArthur PTO GroupSpot link:

https://get.groupspot.app/MOuge

Invite Code:

MOuge