The Chipmunk Chat

Dear MGES Families,

Our Chipmunks all seemed excited to be back at school this week—and we suspect parents may have been just as excited!

In the event that some of our Chipmunks may have received new electronic devices over the holidays, we would like to share a friendly reminder about our cell phone and electronic communication device policy. This policy can be found on page 19 of the Elementary Student Handbook.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us maintain a focused and positive learning environment for all students.

Best regards,
Mr. Perez

January 19- No School for Students- MLK Day of Service (See PTO Press for more details)

January 24- UDEF Harlem Wizards

February 2- Family Code Night

February 6- PTO Pizza Bingo Night

February 16- No School for Students

February 17- No School for Students- Staff In-Service

We would like to congratulate our Maple Glen Band students on their outstanding performances at this week’s Winter Concert. All of their hard work, dedication, and practice truly paid off as our MG Band showcased their musical talents. The audience was treated to a unique selection of music that brought joy and excitement to everyone in attendance.

We would also like to extend appreciation to Mr. Kennedy for his continued dedication, passion, and commitment to our 4th and 5th grade band students. Through his guidance and support our band students continue to grow their musical talents. We are incredibly proud of the progress our band has made and cannot wait to hear the continued growth and impressive musicianship at the Spring Concert.

Discover the fun of computer programming side-by-side with your child at the Maple Glen Family Code Night on Monday, February 2! Parents and students team up to solve puzzles and explore the foundations of coding. Register soon—spaces fill quickly!

Check out this week’s edition of the PTO Press for important information and upcoming events including:

• Registration for the winter line-up of after-school activities,
• Details on the fast-approaching MLK Sock Roll Challenge, and
• Updates from the 5th grade liaisons and yearbook staff.

Our next Cardinal Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Laurie Smith will take place on Tuesday, February 3 at 6:00 PM in the UDHS Forum Room and will focus on innovative student experiences—learning opportunities that reflect creative thinking and real-world applications of classroom content. We invite career professionals, educators, local business owners, and community members to join us as we highlight the impact of these experiences on students and explore ways to collaborate in creating more of them.

Cub Scout Pack 405 STEM Night

Thursday, January 15

AASF Quarterly Meeting

Friday, January 16

Boys Basketball Clinic for Grades 3-8

Monday, January 19

UDHS Theatre Move Up Day for Grades 3-8

Saturday, January 24

UDEF Harlem Wizards - Reserve Tickets Now

Saturday, January 24

UDJFA Holocaust Remembrance Event

Tuesday, January 27

Moms Night Out for MiniTHON

Friday, February 6

MacGuffin Theatre Co Classes

Starting January 15

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