Mustang Weekly!

We are excited for the week ahead and look forward to welcoming our students back on Tuesday morning at 8:45 a.m. We also want to remind families that there will be no school for students and staff on Wednesday. However, the main office will remain open from 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. should you need assistance.

Due to inclement weather, Field Day scheduled for tomorrow will be postponed and rescheduled for Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Tomorrow will operate as a regular instructional school day.

We also hope you can join us for MHES Culture Night on Thursday, May 28th at 6:00 p.m. This will be a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the diversity, traditions, and cultures that make our Meadow Hall community so special.

We look forward to seeing everyone this week! Please review the information below for the week of May 24, 2026.

May

28- MHES Culture Night! (6:00 pm)

28- Gr. 3 MAP-R

29- Gr. 4 MAP-R

29- Gr. 1 Field Trip

Due to the forecasted weather conditions, Field Day will be postponed until Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Unfortunately, if weather conditions do not allow us to hold Field Day on June 10th, we will not be able to reschedule the event again this school year.

Let’s keep our fingers crossed for beautiful weather as we plan to provide a fun and memorable Field Day experience for our MHES students and staff on June 10th!

Thank you all for your flexibility, positivity, and continued support as we navigate the many moving pieces that come with end-of-year events. We appreciate all that you do to make these experiences special for our students.

FREE Summer Program at Meadow Hall

Don’t miss this exciting FREE summer opportunity for students ages 6–12! Space is limited.

Hosted by the City of Rockville
July 6 – July 31
Monday–Thursday
12:30–5:00 PM

Students will enjoy:
Sports
Arts & Crafts
Swimming
Field Trips

Spots fill quickly—secure your child’s place today!
Complete the interest form: Summer Program Registration

Save the Date: Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast

We are excited to celebrate the community members who have generously given their time this year!

Friday, June 5
9:00 AM

We look forward to honoring our amazing volunteers!

Families,

Don’t forget to come out for our annual MHES Family Culture Night! We have sent home forms for students and families to participate in creating cultural poster boards, and we would love to display as many as possible this year.

The beauty of Meadow Hall Elementary School is that we are a community made up of many diverse backgrounds, traditions, and cultures, and we want to celebrate and showcase them all! If you have not seen the form, please encourage your child to ask their teacher for one so your family can complete it together. Once forms are returned, we will send home a poster board for your family to decorate in honor of your culture and heritage.

Show off your culture at one of our biggest and most exciting family events of the year! We look forward to celebrating the many cultures that make MHES such a special place.

We hope to see you there!

We are excited to share a wonderful summer enrichment opportunity for our students and families. The City of Rockville will be offering a Summer Enrichment Program right here at Meadow Hall Elementary School from July 6 through July 31.

This program is designed to provide engaging learning experiences that support continued growth over the summer months. Please note that registration is first come, first served, and space is limited due to a maximum number of participants.

Families who are interested in enrolling their child should contact Mrs. Jackson and complete the application attached below. Students who are accepted into the program are expected to attend daily for the full duration, as consistent participation is essential to the success of the experience.

We look forward to partnering with families to support students who are able to fully commit to this meaningful summer learning opportunity.

Mark your calendars: Career Day is coming in June!

We are excited to announce that Career Day at Meadow Hall Elementary School will take place on June 4, 2026!

This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to explore a variety of career paths and learn directly from the experiences of our amazing community members. We look forward to collaborating with families and partners who are willing to share their expertise, passions, and career journeys with our students.

Please be sure to mark your calendars and continue to monitor the Mustang Weekly for upcoming information regarding volunteer sign-ups. Our goal is to make this an engaging, inspiring, and memorable event for all of our Mustangs—and we can’t do it without you!

International Family Resources

• Know Your Rights

• Eligibility for Social & Other Services

• Por Nuestra Salud y Bienestar (Latino Health Initiative)

• African American Health & Asian American Health Programs

• Unaccompanied Youth Support

• English Language Classes

• Immigration & Other Legal Assistance

• Immigrant Labor Rights Organizations

• Separation & Reunification Resources

Financial, Legal, & Related Services

• Income Supports & myMDTHINK portal

• Family Law Help incl. Child Support

• Immigration & Other Legal Assistance

• Intimate Partner Violence Support

• Community Mediation & Conflict Resolution

• Kinship Support

If you would like our counselor to connect with your child, please fill out the Google Form linked below or give the counselor a call directly. Your communication helps us ensure that every Mustang feels supported and heard.

Counselor Referral Form- FY26

Thank you for partnering with us to care for the hearts and minds of our students! 💙

The MHES Career Day Committee is seeking volunteers to come out and share with our students about their profession and career journey. You never know how a simple 20-minute visit may inspire a student to begin thinking about their future and how they, too, can positively contribute to our community and the world!

There is no career too big or too small — we value and appreciate every profession and the important role each plays in our society. We would love to have a variety of careers represented for our students to learn from and explore.

Thank you in advance for considering this opportunity to support our students and school community. If you are interested in participating, please sign up using the link below!

Sign up HERE!

Upcoming Events and Important Dates

• FUNDrive - June 4 and 5

• PTA Meeting - Tuesday, June 9th

Save the date for another FUNDrive. Time to clean out your closets for Meadow Hall! Community drop-off is June 4 and 5. Donate your gently used clothes, bedding, household goods, and books to our FUNDrive. The more we collect, the more we earn to support our school!

Sign up today! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4FACA72AA4F8C52-63618340-clean#/

PTA MEETING: Please join us for our next PTA meeting on Tuesday, June 9th, at 7:00 pm in the Media Center or via Zoom. Free childcare will be available for those attending in person. If you can’t attend in person, please join us on Zoom.

Zoom Link to Attend:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82742317959?pwd=eu1abRM3kLprLahGv3LxIftCdFqRrS.1

Meeting ID: 827 4231 7959

Passcode: 330799

We’d love your help! No PTA membership required to volunteer. Email info@mhespta.org to find out how you can get involved.

The Meadow Hall Elementary School community is excited to invite all families to join us for our Annual Culture Night! This is one of our biggest and most celebrated gatherings of the year, and we cannot wait to see everyone come together to celebrate the many cultures that make our school community so special.

Come out and enjoy delicious taste-testing foods from around the world, our cultural fashion show, student and family performances, music, and so much more! Culture Night is an opportunity for us to learn from one another, celebrate our diversity, and build even stronger connections as a school family.

We hope you will join us for an evening filled with fun, learning, pride, and community spirit. We look forward to celebrating with you!

What: Aladdin Jr. The Musical

When:

Friday, June 5, 2026 @ 7pm

Saturday, June 6, 2026 @ 1pm* and 7pm

Sunday, June 7th, 2026 @ 4pm

Where:

Rockville High School Auditorium

The Wood Middle School Drama and Music Department will present a 90-minute abbreviated version of the Disney musical Aladdin. This musical is family-friendly and just the perfect length to introduce musicals to younger audience members. Come see Aladdin rise to royalty in this delightful take on the original movie. Pre-sale tickets are only $8.00 and available today! All MCPS staff members are eligible for one free ticket. The pre-sale ends on Tuesday, May 27th at 11:59 p.m. Tickets at the door are available for $10.00. We accept cash, check, and credit card (SchoolCash Online). Concessions will be available.

Click here to order your tickets today!* tinyurl.com/aladdintix26

Questions? Please email bree.h.cox@mcpsmd.net

See you at the theatre!

Upcoming Schedule Reminders

Families: Just a reminder that MCPS schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 25 for the Memorial Day holiday. Wednesday, May 27 is a non-instructional day; there will be no school for students and teachers.

Check It Out! Booked for the Summer Digital Guide
As we head into the summer break in less than a month, MCPS wants students to stay engaged, active and fully supported. MCPS is excited to unveil Booked for the Summer, your digital guide to navigating the summer months!

What’s inside?

• Academic Boosts: Fast access to summer learning programs like IGNITE Middle School Academy and Summer School.

• Community Fun: Direct links to the Montgomery County Public Libraries’ Summer Reading Challenge and free activities in county parks.

• Wellness & Support: Information on summer meal sites and mental health resources to keep kids healthy and ready for the fall.

View the guide.

My Future Fairs Help Families Explore New High School Options

Families of Grade 7 students are invited to attend My Future Fair information sessions to learn more about the high school options available in MCPS. Beginning in fall 2027, MCPS will launch a new Regional High School Model, expanding access to specialized programs across the county. Current Grade 7 students will be the first to benefit from these expanded opportunities. Students may choose to apply to regional programs based on their interests. These programs are designed to expand opportunities, not replace the strong programs available at every high school.
All in-person sessions will be available in English and Spanish. Each session will include an overview of high school options available at the local school and within the region. It is recommended that families attend the meeting for their region for specific information; however, families may choose to attend any meeting.
For more information, visit the High School Regional Programs webpage. For questions about the information meetings, send an email or call 240-740-7800.

Find a session near you.

Families Invited to Learn About Coming Math Changes

MCPS is moving to a new instructional model focused on building a stronger mathematical foundation and developing confident mathematical thinkers.
Beginning next year, MCPS will implement a cluster model for mathematics instruction. Cluster grouping is designed to allow students to move into advanced learning opportunities as they become ready. Classes will be organized to reduce the broad range of instructional levels within a classroom, which will make it more manageable for teachers to plan instruction effectively, differentiate learning experiences, and provide timely support and enrichment for students.
This model will begin in 2026-2027 for Grade 4 students only, with additional grade levels the following year. If your child is a rising fourth grader, your school will be in touch soon to share details. MCPS will also host the following community meetings for families to learn more. All meetings are from 7-8:15 p.m.

• Tuesday, May 26, Rosa M. Parks Middle School, 19200 Olney Mill Road, Olney

• Tuesday, June 2, virtual

• Tuesday, June 9, Silver Creek Middle School, 3701 Saul Road, Kensington

• Tuesday, June 16, virtual

Read the FAQs

Updated ParentVue App Now Available

The ParentVUE and StudentVUE apps offer a new look and customized options. An upgraded version of the apps will be available on Friday, May 15. Parents will be prompted to update their ParentVUE mobile app. A step-by-step guide will explain all the new features, including notification preferences, enhanced account management and quick access for what you use most. Watch the video.
Learn more. Spanish flyer - New Parentvue App - SPANISH.pdf

Now You Know — See Something, Say Something
Safety is a top priority, and we all play a vital role in these efforts. You might be asking, “What should I do if I see something that doesn’t feel right?” The answer is simple — say something.

• Reach out to your school administrator.

• Call the Montgomery County Police non-emergency line at 301-279-8000.

• If it feels urgent, call 911 right away.

When something doesn’t feel right, acting quickly can make a difference and help keep everyone safe.
Watch in English | Spanish | French | Chinese | Vietnamese | Amharic | Korean | Portuguese

SSL Hours Due May 29: Students who have completed Student Service Learning (SSL) hours since June 1, 2025, must submit the required SSL Activity Verification Form to their school’s SSL coordinator by Friday, May 29. Find forms, guidelines and other resources at the MCPS SSL Hub for Students/Families.

Special Ed Parent Survey: The Maryland State Department of Education is asking parents/guardians of students receiving special education and related services in Montgomery County to complete the Maryland Special Education Parent Involvement Survey, which will help guide its efforts to improve special education. Complete the survey by Friday, June 5.

For Students

• American Heroes Student Art Contest: Students in Grades 3–12 are invited to celebrate America’s 250th birthday by choosing a hero from the provided list and creating an original, handmade two-dimensional artwork and artist statement. Submissions are due Monday, June 1. Learn more.

• Montgomery College is providing $1,000 tuition scholarships to Montgomery County residents who are spring 2026 graduates from a Montgomery County high school and are taking at least six MC credit hours this fall. The “Raptor Ready” Scholarships can only be applied to fall 2026 tuition and fees. Applications are due Monday, Aug. 3. Learn more.

• Montgomery History Art Exhibit: As part of the county’s 250th anniversary on Sept. 6, Montgomery County student artists (8th grade through high school) are invited to submit work to “MoCo at 250: Then and Now.” Deadline: Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026

• KID Museum is hosting a free Invent the Future Expo. The Expo will be held from 10 a.m.-2p.m. on Sunday, May 31, at 3 Bethesda Metro Center. Register. Flyer.

Stay Connected to MCPS

• VISIT the MCPS homepage.

• CALL 240-740-3000. Staff take calls from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, in English and Spanish (240-740-2845). Visit the AskMCPS website.

• READ news and information sent via email and text message and on the MCPS News page.

• FOLLOW the MCPS social media pages:
  x.com/mcps / facebook.com/mcpsmd / instagram.com/mcps_md facebook.com/mcpsespanol / x.com/MCPSEspanol / instagram.com/mcpsenespanol

• SIGN UP for emails and text alerts and make sure your ParentVue information is up to date.

• WATCH the MCPS cable channels Comcast 34 (1071 HD), Verizon 36 or RCN 89

More MCPS Resources

• School calendar

• Parent resource page

• News and Information page / Noticias en Español

• Latest photo galleries

• MCPS TV videos

• MCPS TV español

1. Sign Up For ParentVUE to Stay in Touch With Your School
   Families new to MCPS are encouraged to sign up for a ParentVUE account at the beginning of the school year. ParentVUE is the online parent portal that serves as the primary communication vehicle for schools to share information regarding grades, attendance, scheduling, access to myMCPS Classroom, and more.
   ParentVUE provides a way to view school-related information and data for students. Register for athletics, and special programs, communicate with teachers, and verify your student information annually.
   ParentVUE also allows access to Canvas/MyMCPSClassroom, a digital learning platform. Parents and guardians can view instructional information and resources, and get alerts about assignments and grades.

2. Sign up for Alert MCPS
   Alert MCPS provides emergency information about school closures or emergencies via text or email messages to devices you register. Sign up here.

3. Know These Important System Resources A. GoFan: This online digital ticketing platform offers fast and easy access to tickets for high school events, and allows fans to enter games quickly and safely. For ticketed sports, tickets are no longer sold at the gate and must be purchased online. B. SchoolCash Online: https://www.schoolcashonline.com MCPS has transitioned to this online payment system as its preferred method of payment for all school-related fees. Schools and offices will now use SchoolCash Online for fundraising, field trips, course fees and extracurricular activities. This new payment system is not related to school cafeteria accounts.

1. MySchoolBucks:Use MySchoolBucks to add school meal money to your child’s account. This will eliminate the need for your child to bring money to school every day. This year, meals (lunch and breakfast) will not be universally free. If your student wants to buy lunch in school, they will need a MySchoolBucks account. Families who believe they qualify for free and reduced-price meals can apply here.

Email: Desmond_Mackall2@mcpsmd.org
Website: https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/meadowhalles/

MHES IG: @mhes_principal
Location: 951 Twinbrook Parkway, Rockville, MD, USA
Phone: 240-740-5260

Email: Latina_Bobo@mcpsmd.org
Website: https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/meadowhalles/

MHES IG: @itsap_bobo
Location: 951 Twinbrook Parkway, Rockville, MD, USA
Phone: 240-740-5260