McDonald Elementary School hosted a heartfelt Veterans Day breakfast and assembly to honor our nation's veterans. The event kicked off with a flag presentation by Cub Scout Pack 200, followed by a stirring performance of the National Anthem by fifth grader Grace Inverso on trumpet as veterans stood in salute.

The assembly featured special guest speaker, Sergeant Joy Hadlich, a former McDonald student and Marine Corps veteran, who shared his experiences in the military. The Klinger Band also performed a song to celebrate the occasion.

Students joined in with a moving rendition of God Bless the USA, incorporating sign language to express their respect and gratitude. The morning concluded with a poignant slideshow showcasing local veterans and their service.

It was a memorable event that brought our school community together to honor those who have served our country.

Dear McDonald Families,

We look forward to your visit this week for American Education Week. We hope you enjoy seeing all the great things going on in your child's classroom! Thank you for sending in your RSVP. Here is our schedule this week:

Monday, November 18th

Kindergarten Parents’/Guardians’ Visitation - 10:15 to 10:45 am

3rd Grade Parents’/Guardians’ Visitation - 2:30 to 3:00 pm

Tuesday, November 19th

5th Grade Parents’/Guardians’ Visitation - 11:15 to 11:45 am

2nd Grade Parents’/Guardians’ Visitation- 2:30-3:00 pm

Wednesday, November 20th

1st Grade Parents’/Guardians’ Visitation -10:15 to 10:45 am

4th Grade Parents’/Guardians’ Visitation - 11:15 to 11:45 am

Important Things to Remember

• When entering the class, please sit or stand in a location which does not obstruct the students’ view of the teacher and visual aides.

• Please refrain from photographing, taking video, or recording audio in the classroom/school.

Regards,

Diana Garaitonandia

Principal

November 22: No School (Inservice Day)

November 26: Early Dismissal 11:50 am- Parent/Teacher Conferences

November 27: No School -Parent/Teacher Conferences

November 28 & 29th: No School- Happy Thanksgiving

Reading Olympics

• Fourth and Fifth Grade classes learned about Reading Olympics this week during their Library classes.

• If your child is considering joining Reading Olympics, please read and review the student expectations that are explained on the Permission Slip. Students who join Reading Olympics should be self motivated readers.

• Permission slips were sent home in the Wednesday Express and they are due by November 25.

• A link to the permission slip is provided.

Library Book Reminders

• The list of overdue library books is growing. Overdue notices are sent home in the Wednesday Express. If your child is missing a library book or if your child received an overdue book notice, please help them look for the book at home and return it to school.

• If a library book is lost, please send a note or email to Mrs. McNulty. Families are not required to pay for lost books, but it is helpful if you are able to pay for a replacement copy of the book. If you pay for a lost book and the book is found, you will receive your money back.

Book Buddy Winners

• This year we will continue recognizing Book Buddies from each grade level, at the end of each month with a random drawing.

• Most students are Book Buddies because they borrow and return their library books on time, and they take good care of their library books.

• A Book Buddy Winner is a student who is randomly selected at the end of the month and does not have any overdue library books. Book Buddy Winners receive a small prize.

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McDonald HSA presents the 2024 Holiday Gift Shoppe

In school shopping days: 12/09-12/13 -

Classes shop together Mon-Thurs and

Friday is a make-up shopping day if you missed shopping with your class.

Family Night 12/12 6-8pm

Holiday gifts for the whole family!

School Links:

Student Registration

Employment at CSD

CSD Weekly Update Archive

Food & Nutrition (Menus)

District eFolder (Community Flyers)
Student and Staff Wellness

Start Your Career at Centennial!

Please spread the word that Centennial School District is hiring:

If you know anyone who would be interested in these positions, please have them apply. We offer competitive rates, excellent perks, and benefits, including a pension. For questions, please call 215-441-6000, Ext. 11034.

Please check out our employment website for a complete list of vacancies. https://www.centennialsd.org/employment

Open Opportunities:

• Bus Drivers

• Bus Mechanic
• Paraeducators (Instructional Assistants/ Personal Care Assistants)
• Cafeteria/ Recess Monitors
• Athletic Coaches
• Long Term Subs
• Special Education Teachers
• AND MORE!!!

Looking for help with your application? Want to talk to someone in HR about open positions? Join us for our next Walk-In Wednesday, August 14, 2024 from 8am-12pm.

Principal: Dr. Diana Garaitonandia, x16001 - garadi@centennialsd.org

Assistant Principal: Mr. VanBuren, x16002 - vanbmi@centennialsd.org

Email: info@centennialsd.org
Website: https://mces.centennialsd.org/
Location: 666 Reeves Lane, Warminster, PA, USA
Phone: 215-441-6157
Facebook: www.facebook.com/McDonaldElementaryCSD