MacArthur Elementary School

Dear MacArthur Families,

These next few weeks of school will be filled with many exciting activities. Thank you in advance for your support with the events listed below and for helping provide our students with so many wonderful opportunities beyond the regular academic rigor here at MacArthur.

Upcoming Events:

• 1st Grade Winter Concert – December 11th at 6:00 p.m.
• PTO’s Santa’s Shop – December 15th
• Angel Tree Pick-Up – December 15th from 4:00–6:00 p.m. (for participating families)
• Christmas Story Readers – December 16th for our K, 1st, and 2nd grade students
• Santa Reading Visit – December 18th for our Kindergarten and 1st grade students
• High School Christmas Carolers – December 19th for our K–5 students
• All-School Sing-Along – December 19th

Have a great weekend!

Marian Buchko

11th: First Grade Winter Concert @ 6pm

15th: PTO Santa Shop

22nd: Winter Break Begins

6th: Students return from Winter Break

19th: MLK Jr. Day-No School

27th: Yearbook Photos

MacArthur’s student council held its annual food drive to benefit the Cedar Lake Food Pantry. Thank you to all our Mac families who participated by bringing in food to donate. We had another very successful year and appreciate everyone’s generosity! Congrats to Mrs. Ehen’s 1st grade class for collecting the most food and winning an ice cream party!

Our school community came together this week to celebrate a truly special milestone—one of our 2nd grade students completing his final chemotherapy treatment. On Thursday, he proudly rang the bell, marking the end of his journey and a moment of immense courage and triumph. The following morning, students and staff lined the halls in a sea of blue, cheering him on during his victory walk. With signs, bells, smiles, and heartfelt support, our school wrapped this brave student and his family in encouragement and joy. It was a beautiful reminder of the strength of community and the power of hope. 💙

It's the most wonderful time of the year! On Monday, December 15th, all Mac kids will have the thrilling opportunity to shop for their favorite people at Mac's festive Santa Shop. Gifts range from $1-$7 and there's something for everyone on your list. If you'd like to help make this experience even more unforgettable, please see the Signup Genius below. Posted in the comments, you'll find a schedule of when each grade will get to join in on the fun. To add money to your child’s e-wallet, visit macpto.com and click on Shop. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

We have a limited number of Crown Point blankets for sale. Cost is $25 per blanket. Please send cash or check made payable to MacArthur PTO in a sealed envelope with your child's name and teacher on it.

• President - Stephanie Heim
• Vice President - Amy Harvey
• Secretary - Lissette Martinez- Kadisak
• Treasurer - Katie Santostefano
• Volunteer Coordinator - Open Position
• Communications Coordinator: Hannah Noonan

Our food services team remains committed to providing healthy meals that meet all requirements of the federal school lunch guidelines. Mrs. Milner and the cafeteria crew look forward to serving you hot lunches this school year.

Ice cream treats will be sold every day for $1.00.

Student Breakfast: $1.60 Student Lunch: $2.55

Please visit our website at https://www.cps.k12.in.us/district-departments/food-services for:

• Online payments for My MealTime

• Nutritional information for all products

• Free and reduced applications

• Birthday Treat Order Forms

• Allergy information (call us to help plan a menu if your child has dietary restrictions)

Free & Reduced Applications can be completed online at www.mymealtime.com.

You may choose to purchase birthday ice cream treat tickets for your child’s class, which will allow your child’s classmates to select a special treat from our birthday choices at lunch!

$1.00 Birthday Tickets allow students to choose an ice cream treat for their class to be eaten in the cafeteria at lunchtime.

This form, ALONG WITH PAYMENT, must be completed ONE WEEK IN ADVANCE of your child's birthday.

Stock up on your spirit wear! You’ll find gear and accessories with dozens of official designs on over three hundred items. Brands include companies like Under Armour, Nike, NorthFace, Ogio, and more. Visit www.cps.k12.in.us/spiritshop to find your school’s store.

Marian Buchko, Principal ext. 16001

Laura Florek, Assistant Principal ext. 16003

Carla Gard, Treasurer ext. 16000

Kim Wasserott, Secretary ext. 16002

Jodi Kvachkoff, Nurse ext. 16081

Email: mbuchko@cps.k12.in.us
Website: https://mac.cps.k12.in.us/
Location: 12900 Fairbanks Street, Cedar Lake, IN, USA
Phone: 219-662-3600
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maccpcsc