What a fantastic, high-energy Homecoming Week we’ve had! It was wonderful to see so much school spirit on display every single day as the kids went all-out dressing up for the daily themes. A big highlight was our Homecoming parade—the students were thrilled to cheer on the football players, band, cheerleaders, Homecoming court, and, of course, all the tractors cruising down the street. Let’s keep this incredible momentum going! Come out, show your pride, and cheer loud for our Braves at the big Homecoming game tonight!

Panda Express Reading Program

We kicked off our Panda Express Reading Program this week! Students received a bookmark to keep track of the books they read and finish beginning this week.

Once a student has read and finished 5 books, they can bring their completed bookmark to me during library time. They will receive a special card to take to Panda Express for a FREE Kids Meal!

We’re excited to encourage our Braves to keep reading, building their love of books one book at a time!

Suicide Prevention Month

September is Suicide Prevention Month—a vital time to foster hope, open conversations around mental health, and ensure no one feels alone in their struggles. At the elementary school level, we recognize this month by promoting connection, empathy, and kindness to build a supportive community where every child feels seen and valued.

September 28th through October 2nd will be Connection and Kindness week. During announcements and in classrooms, we will be reminding students each day of what they can do to make a difference for others.

Please note: If you or someone you know needs support, please know that help is always available: you can reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline anytime by calling or texting 988.

Transportation and Dismissal Reminders

Any transportation changes must be reported directly to a person in the front office by 1:45 p.m. To help make dismissal safe and predictable for everyone, transportation changes should be limited to those that are necessary and should not be a daily occurrence. Whenever possible, please maintain a consistent transportation schedule. This helps reduce confusion and stress for students when they know where they are going each day.

For the safety of all students, students may only ride the bus they are regularly assigned to in the morning or afternoon. Students will not be permitted to change buses or ride home with another student, as our buses are at capacity.

Thank you for your continued patience and understanding during drop-off and dismissal. It takes a few extra minutes to safely get students to their cars, verify that they are leaving with the correct person, and keep traffic moving. Our priority is always the safety of every student, so we appreciate your patience as we work together to make arrival and dismissal as safe and efficient as possible.

Pre-K: Bennett Quinn

Bennett comes to school happy and excited to learn every day. He works hard and is a great example for all friends. Bennett loves to learn and play at school and often surprises his teachers with new information. We love having Bennett in our class!

Kindergarten: Cohen Dopkowski

Cohen is such a smart cookie! He always listens, follows school & classroom rules, and fills his friends' buckets with kind words and encouragement! So proud of you, Cohen!

1st Grade: Lorelei Stoll

Lorelei is working so hard on her new UFLI skills and has mastered so many this week! On top of that, she is kind, helpful, and a respectful friend to everyone in our class.

2nd Grade: Emery Eichler

Emery is a wonderful example of what it means to be a Brave. She comes to school every day with a smile on her face, ready to be the best student she can be. She is kind and helpful to those around her. I am so proud of Emery and her efforts so far this year! Keep it up, Emery.

3rd Grade: Karlyn Murdock

Karlyn is a perfect example of a BRAVE! She comes to school each day with a beautiful smile on her face and is eager to learn. She is hardworking, respectful, kind, and helpful. Karlyn puts forth her best effort in everything she does, and she is not afraid to take risks on things that may seem challenging. Her motivation to succeed is evident in all that she does throughout the school day. I am beyond blessed to have Karlyn in my class this year, and I can't wait to celebrate all her successes!

4th Grade: Finley Holland

Finley consistently shows kindness, responsibility, and a positive attitude in our classroom. Finley works hard, treats others with respect, and is always willing to help those around her. She does a great job making good choices and being a positive example for her classmates. Finley comes to school ready to learn and gives her best effort, even when things are challenging. We are so proud of the way she demonstrates what it means to be a true Maconaquah Brave!

5th Grade: Chloe Harp

Chloe is a wonderful student who is kind, honest, and hardworking. Even when she encounters challenging skills, she perseveres and advocates for herself when she needs support. Chloe consistently approaches each day with a positive attitude and a smile on her face. I am excited to watch her continue to grow, learn, and build confidence throughout the school year!