MTE Family Newsletter

March is the month that we celebrate Disability Awareness. The purpose for Disability Month is to place an emphasis on increasing awareness, respect, and acceptance of people that have disabilities, and to bring a greater sense of pride to people with disabilities. The Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction in Washington State defines a disability as being a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities. Taking time to do this kind of work in our schools helps our students to gain an understanding of the unique challenges faced by people with disabilities, build positive relationships, and reduce the negative stigma that often goes with a disability. Please partner with us by engaging with your students about what they are learning this month about people with disabilities.

With Appreciation,

Principal Losee

Class photos will be taken on Wednesday, March 20th and the deadline to order is Friday, March 29th. Order forms went home this week or you can use the link to order online.

https://v2.myproimages.com/kids-photography-2111/code/MLTSPR24

Early Entrance online application and payment is now open. Interested families can be directed to the Early Entrance page on the district website for more information. The firm deadline for applications and payments is Wednesday, May 15th by 4pm.

Early Entrance contact information:
Phone: 425-431-7344
Email:earlyentrance@edmonds.wednet.edu

Hello MTE families,

Girls on the Run is returning to MTE! Grades 3rd-6th

Girls on the run inspires individuals of all abilities to discover, build, and grow their self-confidence. Together, they experience a sense of belonging and connection as a team. Coaches will consist of teachers, counselor, and community volunteers who facilitate lessons that blend physical activity with life skill development, including managing emotions, fostering friendships, building confidence, and expressing empathy. There are limited spots available and are on a first come first serve basis.

This is an afterschool activity that will require family transportation.

Lynnwood Elementary School is hosting a 3-week Family seminar/Family Academy. It is open to any family in the Edmonds School District. Our mission is to provide families with the knowledge and skills to partner with schools and communities to ensure their children achieve their full potential.

At this event, families will gain knowledge on how their child’s school and district function, and how to better prepare their students for college. This social change program teaches parents how to confidently and respectfully advocate for themselves and their students within the school system and their community.

Parents will have the opportunity to receive materials, share ideas, and gain clarity on how to support student learning at home.

Dinner will be provided!

Weekly information:

• Week 1: April 15th – Advocacy & Understanding the School System
• Week 2: April 22nd – Topic To Be Determined by Attending Families
• Week 3: April 29th – Topic To Be Determined by Attending Families
• Time 5:00-7:00 pm in the LWE Cafeteria

Family Academy Flier and Registration

Please take the time to review our recently revised MTE Student and Family Handbook. Click the green button below. We appreciate your partnership in talking to your student about the expectations for being a member of our school community and contributing to the safe and successful learning environment for every student. Please watch for the signature page to come home next week with your student.

Our office is very busy in the mornings which is why we have a dedicated attendance line. If your student is going to be late or absent, please call 425-431-3364 and leave a message. We will update Qmlativ/Skyward accordingly.

We do not call students to the office for an early dismissal until an adult arrives and signs them out. Thank you for understanding, we can't have students waiting in the office and missing instructional time.

8:20 am - Breakfast

8:30 am - Drop-off - Please do not drop off students before 8:30 unless they are eating breakfast in the cafeteria. There is no outside supervision for students before 8:30.

8:40 am - Bell Rings

3:20 pm - Dismissal, Monday - Thursday

2:05 pm - Dismissal, Fridays

MARCH

20 Class Photos for Yearbook

>LHA STEAM Night

21 4th Grade Author Visit

>Drill: Shelter in Place

>LHA General Meeting

28 Dental Sealants

APRIL

1-5 SPRING BREAK - NO SCHOOL

8-12 Dance Dude at MTE

12 Dance Dude Family Dance

15 School Skate Party

17 Reverse Lockdown Drill

18 6th Grade Field Trip

>>LHA General Meeting 6:30

24 Office Staff Appreciation Day

25 Family Math / Art Walk Night

Edmonds School District Community Calendar

Mountlake Terrace Elementary School Calendar

Attendance Line: (425) 431-3364

Main Office: (425) 431-7894

Línea Telefónica Española: (425) 431-1304

Office hours: 8:15 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.