McDill Elementary Parent Newsletter

Please note that many of items listed below were communicated in the beginning of the year, but are still very relevant now. Thank you for taking the time to read through the information listed and clicking on the calendar link below for all events taking place at McDill.

If you would like to have your child's picture retaken for whatever reason, send the original package back to school with your child on October 22nd. Pictures will be taken right away tht morning.

PICTURE PACKAGE INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND HERE

McDill Elementary uses Scholastic Reflections Photography

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Thank you for following all school procedures as they are in place for the purpose of keeping our students safe!

Our Student Council advisor would like you to know that we are still in need of some trunks for this event. If you are personally interested or know of a business or organization which may like to sponsor a trunk, please email Mrs. Paula Worzella at pworzell@pointschools.net.

Any students who have already paid will receive wristbands that day AT SCHOOL. When attending the event, students will then just have to show their wristband in order to walk through the line of trunks. Only those families who have not yet paid will have to stand in the line to pay.

If you plan to attend the event and have not yet returned the form with payment, the form is attached above and also available in the school office. SENDING PAYMENT to school prior to that day IS STRONGLY ENCOURAGED! This will prevent a long line that night and help the coordinator know how much candy will be needed for the trunk sponsors. Thanks for your assistance making this a fun event for all involved!

🎃PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF COSTUME GUIDELINES BELOW 🎃

Please watch for Parent / Teacher Conference times in your child's backpack today or tomorrow. If you cannot make the time chosen for your student, please contact the teacher as soon as possible to reschedule.

• Thursday, October 22nd - Picture Retakes in the morning
  
  
• Thursday, October 22nd - Field Day. Note the color students are asked to wear that day according to their class.
  
  
• Friday, October 23rd - NO SCHOOL - Staff Professional Development Day
  
  
• Thursday, October 29th - Student Council's Trunk-or-Treat Event (5-6 pm).
  Please see Costume Guidelines before choosing a costume to wear at school.
  
  
• Friday, October 30th - NO SCHOOL
  
  
• Monday - Wednesday, November 2nd-4th - Seal-a-Smile Dental Clinic (See info below)
  
  
• Friday, November 6th - Wolf-of-the-Month Lunches (Congrats to those who were chosen for their positive display of character traits - RESPECT & RESPONSIBILITY). If your child was selected, you will receive an invite soon!
  
  
• Friday, November 6th - Report Cards will be sent home with students
  
  
• Monday, November 16th - NO SCHOOL - Parent/Teacher Conferences (11am-7pm)
• Thursday, November 19th - Parent/Teacher Conferences after school (4-8pm)
  
  
• Wednesday-Friday, Novemer 25-27th - NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
  
  
• Monday, December 7th - Winter Concert at 2:30pm for Grades 3-6

OCTOBER

BREAKFAST MENU / LUNCH MENU

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McDILL ELEMENTARY
LUNCH & RECESS TIMES for 2026-27

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The REAL SCHOOL GUIDE to SCHOOL BREAKFAST for Families

The REAL SCHOOL GUIDE to SCHOOL LUNCH for Families

Mon, Oct. 26th - Practice

Wed, Oct. 28th - McDill @ Kennedy

Mon, Nov. 2nd - McDill @ Jefferson

Wed, Nov. 4th - P/W @ McDill

Mon, Nov. 9th - McDill @ Madison

Wed, Nov. 11th - Practice

Wed, Nov. 18th - McDill @ Washington

Tues, Oct. 27th - McDill @ Washington

Thur, Oct. 29th - Practice

Tues, Nov. 3rd - McDill @ P/W

Thur, Nov. 5th - McDill @ Jefferson

Tues, Nov. 10th - McDill @ Madison

Thur, Nov. 12th - Practice

Tues, Nov. 17th - PCMS @ McDill

CLICK ON the peachjar ICON to the right for REGISTRATION FORMS and FLYERS regarding community opportunities for your child! If you are not receiving these fliers via email directly, please sign up by clicking on this link to do so.

GIRL SCOUTS FLYER

BOY SCOUTS FLYER

2027 CONSERVATION POSTER AND/OR SPEECH CONTEST INFORMATION

McDill is looking forward to learning about and honoring veterans and active members of the military. One way we do this is to include family members of our students here at McDill in a slideshow and on a bulletin board to remind everyone of the honor and sacrifices which are so important to us all. The slideshow will be shared during our morning announcements and on social media pages. If you would like someone included, we ask that you please send us an email OR a physical copy of a picture, the name of the individual, their branch in the military, how long they have served, the name of our McDill student, and the relationship to that student. This individual could be a neighbor or family friend, as well, as we want to recognize as many members of the armed services as possible.

If you shared a picture last year and would like that person honored again, please tell us that person's name and note any information which may have changed. You can do this via email, or on the other side of the form.

If you do not want your honored individual to be included on our social media page, please let us know when you send in your information. They will still be recognized on our bulletin board, but will not be included in our slideshow.

Please email all photos and information to Abby Jones at ajones@pointschools.net, or send in a physical copy of a photo, if preferred. To send in a physical copy, please send it with the back side of the attached letter.

PLEASE SEND IN ALL INFORMATION BY THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29TH, 2026!

First Seal-A-Smile Clinic ( Prophy-Sealant clinic ) at McDill Elementary

Monday, November 2nd – Wednesday, November 4th

Because medical costs can be expensive, the Stevens Point Area School District provides families the opportunity to purchase accident insurance for their student through Student Assurance Services, Inc. which is underwritten by Ameritas Life Insurance Corp. Lincoln, Nebraska.

This supplemental policy would assist with out-of-pocket medical expenses (i.e., deductible) should a student sustain an accidental injury while coverage is in effect. If families do not have any insurance on their student, this would be primarily for accidental injuries. There are a variety of coverage options, and premiums are a one-time payment for the school year.

Parents / Guardians can enroll students at any time during the policy period online at www.sas-mn.com. Please review the short video link below and the attached forms regarding student accident insurance.

Student Accident Insurance - YouTube

If you have any questions about this coverage, please contact Student Assurance Services directly at (800) 328-2739.

Student Accident Insurance Enrollment - ENGLISH

Student Accident Insurance Enrollment - SPANISH

The Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) of Portage County has openings for

volunteers to help in local schools for the 2026-2027 school year.

FGP participants help school children in the community develop the academic and life

skills necessary for their development and future success.

FGP is ideal for people who enjoy children, have some extra time, and could use a tax-

free stipend each month. Under the supervision of a teacher, each Foster

Grandparent spends 7.5 - 20 hours per week assisting children, one-on-one and in

small groups, who need extra help in areas such as school readiness, reading, social

skills or staying focused. On-going training is provided, and no previous teaching

experience is needed.

Teachers report on the benefit of having a Foster Grandparent in their classrooms,

helping to keep children on task. Children thrive on the attention, love and support of a

“grandparent” figure. Foster Grandparent participants find joy, meaning and purpose

in serving in the schools.

Candidates for the program must be age 55+ and meet income eligibility requirements

($2,660/month for a one-person household or $3,607/month for a two-person

household). Individuals with somewhat higher incomes maystill qualify if they have

higher medical expenses.

The stipend Foster Grandparents receive does not impact any other aid or benefits

they might already be receiving, such as subsidized housing or medical assistance.

They also receive travel assistance, meals at the school, and many other benefits.

For more information, contact the FGP Coordinator at the Aging and Disability

Resource Center, 715-346-1417.

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