MRI Family & Community Update

11.11...Veteran’s Day - No School

11.12...Teacher Prep - 2 hr delay

11.13...3rd & 4th grade dance - 3:45-5:15

********Please have patience during the school dance pickup and have your ID's ready.

11.14...Interims - Available on Schoology

11.14...4th grade field trip

11.19...LSIC, 7:45-8:15am

11.24-28...Thanksgiving Break

Take FLIGHT, Redhawks!

• F – Focus – Stay on track and give your best effort.

• L – Learn – Embrace every opportunity to grow.

• I - Inquire – Ask questions and seek deeper understanding.

• G – Give – Offer kindness, help, and your time.

• H – Hope – Believe in yourself and your future.

• T – Thrive – Rise above challenges and succeed together.

Mountain Ridge Intermediate PTO Facebook Page

Be sure to follow, get involved, and know what's going on. Would you like to get involved with the PTO? Our next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 20th at 4:00 pm.

Are you interested in MRI Spirit Wear for you or your child? Check out our Spirit Shop at the link below.

We are preparing for our 3rd and 4th grade Masquerade Dance this Thursday, November 13th right after school till 5:15! If your student has already submitted their permission slip, they are eligible to attend the dance. During lunch, the PTO will be selling accessories that your student can wear or bring to the dance on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Cash only!
Hats - $4
Fans - $2
Boas - $1
Bow Ties - $1

If you wish to chaperone the dance, please click on the link provided below. We are also in need of additional volunteers to assist with dismissal and ensure that the car line forms correctly. If you would like to volunteer for this position, please reach out to the PTO. Please note that you must be a Level 1 volunteer to participate. If you are unfamiliar with the requirements or the process of becoming a Level 1 volunteer, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Please have patience during the school dance pickup and have your ID's ready.

Pasta Food Drive! The Berkeley County Backpack Program is the focus of our food drive, which is in urgent need of canned pasta, ravioli, and spaghetti. Our Pasta Food Drive will begin on Thursday, November 13th, and conclude on the 21st. Designated drop-off bins, separated by grade level, will be located at the front of the school. The grade level with the most donations will be rewarded with a popcorn party after the Thanksgiving break. All contributions are greatly appreciated!!

Come volunteer at MRI! Level 1 volunteers are those individuals who have a completed and approved background check. All chaperones for field trips must be a Level 1.

It is recommended that you consider getting your Level 1 if you plan on volunteering at school in any way. This way it's done and you should be good to go!

Want to volunteer as a mystery reader or help with a class lesson/activity? Communicate with your child's teacher to schedule a time to be here!

According to WV Department of Education Policy 4110, we are no longer allowed to excuse absences when a student is out for a trip. It is still a good reminder to make sure you communicate with your child's teacher prior to a trip so arrangements can be made for make up work and keeping your child up to date with what they miss.

Don't forget to submit your child's absence note.

Thanksgiving Meal
Sunday, Nov. 24 | 12:00–3:00 p.m.
Moose Lodge, 119 N. Conococheague St., Williamsport
Free community meal including turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, and desserts.

Community Thanksgiving Dinner Party
Tuesday, Nov. 26 | 5:00–8:00 p.m.
North Hagerstown High School, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., Hagerstown
Open to everyone—free of charge. Hosted by North Hagerstown High School students.
Dinner includes turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, rolls, and dessert. Enjoy a movie, kids’ activities, and crafts.
Prepared by culinary students; organized by the hospitality program and teaching academy.
For more information, call 301-766-8243.

Thanksgiving Dinner Celebration
Thursday, Nov. 28 | 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Moose Lodge, 201 Woodbury Ave., Martinsburg, WV
Hosted by Harvest Lighthouse Ministries. All are welcome—free event including dinner, DJ, and free transportation provided by the Eastern Panhandle Transit Authority.
Pick-up times at Harvest Lighthouse Ministry (104 E. Martin St., Martinsburg): 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.
Donations of clothing are accepted and free to anyone in need. Volunteers are also welcome—meetings held Thursdays, 5–6 p.m., at Harvest Lighthouse Ministry.
For more information, contact 304-671-4275 or harvestlighthouse@gmail.com.