Melissa Ridge Education Center

Turkey Trots are a holiday tradition in many communities. They are charitable events that raise money or collect donations for local organizations. Participants often dress up and spend time together. This year, as a community service project, MREC would like you to join us in helping our local food pantry by donating food items and walking with us on Friday, November 22nd.

Feel like participating? Here’s what to do...

• RSVP - Let us know that you are planning to join us!
• Participation form will be sent out next week (Maximum of 2 adults, please)
• Donate - Send in non - perishable items to help families in need.

November

Native American Heritage Month

Family Literacy Month

11 - Veteran's Day

13 - World Kindness Day

22 - Turkey Trot

25 - Thanksgiving Break Begins (No School)

28 - Thanksgiving Break Ends (No School)

December

2 - Students Return

20 - Class Holiday Parties

20 - Early Release Day

23 - Winter Break Begins (No School)

Cardinals Fighting Hunger: Students in grades 6-12 are invited to "fill the red bag" for the Fall 2024 Food Drive from Nov. 11-20, 2024, benefiting the First Melissa Christmas Angel Program and the Melissa Community Outreach Food Pantry. Each classroom will have a red reusable grocery bag, where students can donate non-perishable food items to support local families in need. For all the details, including a list of suggested donation items, view the flyer: https://5il.co/27rk2

Sit With Us meetings provide parents/guardians with an opportunity to come together and discuss ideas, concerns, and potential solutions regarding matters at Melissa Schools. The philosophy of Sit With Us is that Melissa parents are Cardinal Champions who see the best for not only their students but for all students. If it matters to one Cardinal, it matters to all Cardinals. Those who are interested in joining Sit With Us are encouraged to attend the next meeting scheduled at their student's school. Visit the Sit With Us for a list of upcoming dates.

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