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October Meerkat Monthly

MLA K-8 Newsletter Education for All

October MeerkatMonthly MLA K-8 Newsletter Education for All

MLA Schools K-8 News MLA Schools K-8 News

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What a great start to the school year at MLA

Our Meerkats are off and running — classrooms are buzzing with energy, friendships are forming, and learning is in full swing. This year is extra special as we celebrate 25 years of learning, growth, and community at MLA. Here’s to honoring our history while creating another amazing year together!

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MLA K-8 Lunch Menu

https://www.mla.k12.or.us/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=4384480&type=d&pREC_ID=2591442

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School Custodian Appreciation Day Thursday 10/2

Let's celebrate William and Wayne

We are so grateful for our custodians who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our school safe, clean, and welcoming every single day. Your hard work makes a big difference in the lives of our students, staff, and families—thank you for all you do!

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Box Top Week October 13th-19th

National Box Tops Week is October 13th–19th. It’s seven days full of celebration and extra earning opportunities, including double Box Tops; a buy 4, earn 20 bonus; and a Refer a Friend offer you don’t want to miss. Let participants know it’s a great time to stock up!

Click here for more info: https://www.boxtops4education.com/s/

Happy Birthday Happy Birthday

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Elementary: Miss Julie Ho, Hakuna, Vanesa, Mar'Khai, Thalia, Mateo, Amelia, Alice, Angel, Da'Vion, Lilly, Robert, Emery, River, Nicole, Luciano, Kaleth, Norah, Kamarie, Danny, Malakai, Aubrye, River, Adalynne, Parker, & Abel

Middle: Mr. Crossman, Ms. Lester, Mr. Rianda, Mr. Ramsey, Mr. Zepeda, Oney, Adam, Samuel, Flynn, Parker, Amelia, Brianna, Conner, Melissa, Skylah, Paige, Lilian, Emmeri, Dereck, Maryanne, Emiliano, Arthur, Ariel, Julio, & Alexander

MLA Elementary School News MLA Elementary School News

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MLA Elementary Apex Scamper fundraiser goes till October 2nd

The scamper run will be Thursday October 2nd. Dress accordingly there may be rain

Want to volunteer and are an approved volunteer, click here to sign-up

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYehuSeCA6OZo5Uq4JWJGE_I2Za0hZ1GwpFXLIvxMOkXdPlA/viewform

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Help Needed

We need help in our Elementary Student Store!
If you’re available Monday–Thursday from 10:45 AM–12:45 PM, we’d love your support.

Interested? Please reach out to Sheri, Adam, or Annie at officeadmin@mla.k12.or.us

MLA Middle School News MLA Middle School News

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MLA Middle School Tutoring

To schedule tutoring sessions please reach out to Jessica Logan @mailto: jlogan@mla.k12.or.us

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Free Event - 2nd Annual Emilio Inc. Youth Summit

Join us Saturday October 18th from 11am-3pm

Emilio Inc Youth Summit will focus on personal growth, happiness, and the power of community

Age range for participants is 11-18 yrs old

Doors open @ 10:30am for check in

You must pre-register for this event

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MLA Middle School Sports Available

Did you know that MLA Middle School students can attend their home district's sports programs?

Contact the office for more information @ mailto:officeadmin@mla.k12.or.us

Volunteer Corner Volunteer Corner

Interested in Volunteering Click Here
If you’d like to volunteer at MLA events/classroom support/field trips, please complete the MLA volunteer process (even if cleared with Reynolds). It can take up to 3 weeks, so apply soon! Once approved, you’re cleared for 3 years.

PTO Corner PTO Corner

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Interested in finding out more? Email mailto:pto@mla.k12.or.us

Monthly meetings 3rd Tuesday of the month at MLA Middle School Annex

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Harvest Carnival Candy Donations Needed

If you can please bring candy donations to the office for the Harvest Carnival

PTO Events PTO Events

Event Information
Harvest Carnival Committee Meeting

We will have our first Harvest carnival committee meeting this coming Tuesday Sept 30th at 12 pm at the Fork. Please consider joining us to see how you can be involved. We have things before the event that can be done as well as during the event. We love new and fresh ideas to make our events exciting and current for all of our students.

When?
Tuesday, Sep 30, 2025, 12:00 PM
Where?
The Fork, Northeast Halsey Street, Fairview, OR, USA

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PTO Monthly Meeting

Get connected, support your child’s school, and make a difference. Your time and ideas help bring events, resources, and fun to our students!

When?
Tuesday, Oct 21, 2025, 06:30 PM
Where?
MLA Middle School Annex, Southeast Stark Street, Troutdale, OR, USA

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From the Health Room From the Health Room

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Reminder: If you are running low on medication we will send home a note with your student.

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Clothes needed

Elementary: In need of male pants/sweatpants for ages 5-10 years

Middle: In need of male and female pants (sweatpants or leggings) for ages 11-15 years

Counselor Corner Counselor Corner

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School Based Therapy

If you are interested in finding out more contact our counselor Miss Harbert @ mailto:aharbert@mla.k12.or.us

October Events 📅 October Events 📅

MLA K-8 Events MLA K-8 Events

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MLA K-8 Great Shake Out Earthquake Drill

Each October, schools join the worldwide Great Shakeout earthquake drill to practice “Drop, Cover, and Hold On.” It’s a quick, important way to help students and staff be prepared and stay safe in the event of an earthquake.

When?
Thursday, Oct 16, 2025, 09:00 AM
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MLA K-8 Monthly Board Meeting (Virtual)

Join online at: https://meet.google.com/aba-mvqr-uma

When?
Monday, Oct 20, 2025, 06:30 PM
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MLA Elementary Events MLA Elementary Events

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MLA Elementary Apex Scamper Run

The Elementary Apex Scamper run will be from 8:15am-2pm.

If you are cleared and would like to volunteer please fill out this form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYehuSeCA6OZo5Uq4JWJGE_I2Za0hZ1GwpFXLIvxMOkXdPlA/viewform

Scamper Run Schedule


  • 8:15am-8:45am 4th Grade G's class on Eastside Sam on Westside
  • 9:00am-9:30am 3rd Grade Cain class on Eastside Tyler on Westside
  • 9:45am-10:15am 5th Grade HIll class on Eastside Hillstrom on Westside
  • 10:25am-10:55am 2nd Grade Lee class on Eastside Gilman on Westside
  • 12:45pm-1:15pm Kinder O'Hara on Eastside Svein on Westside
  • 1:25pm-1:55pm 1st Rose on Eastside Ryan on Westside

When?
Thursday, Oct 2, 2025, 08:15 AM
Where?
MLA Public Charter School, Northeast Halsey Street, Fairview, OR, USA
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1st/2nd Grade Field Trip

Link to pay online: https://osp.osmsinc.com/MLA/

When?
Thursday, Oct 9, 2025, 09:15 AM
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5th Grade Field Trip

Link to pay online : https://osp.osmsinc.com/MLA/

When?
Wednesday, Oct 15, 2025, 09:00 AM
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Lions Vision Screening

Screening will take place at the Elementary school on Thursday, October 23rd. This is a free service and does require parents or guardians to take any further action. Results will be sent home in the following weeks.

When?
Thursday, Oct 23, 2025, 08:00 AM
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MLA Elementary Harvest Carnival

Join us for fun with the whole family

When?
Thursday, Oct 23, 2025, 06:00 PM
Where?
MLA Public Charter School, Northeast Halsey Street, Fairview, OR, USA

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5th Grade Field Trip

Link to pay online: https://osp.osmsinc.com/MLA/

When?
Wednesday, Oct 29, 2025, 09:00 AM
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MLA Middle Events MLA Middle Events

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EF Tours - Trip to Italy 2026

We’re thrilled to share that we’re heading to Italy in Summer 2026, and we’d love for your student to join us!

This is an incredible opportunity for students to explore new places, experience different cultures, and gain lifelong skills like independence and confidence. I’ll be sharing all the details, including what we’ll see and do, hands-on learning activities, academic opportunities, trip costs, and how to secure a spot at our informational meeting.

Virtual Link: https://meet.google.com/ybs-znmh-usd

RSVP here to join us: https://rsvp.eftours.com/r2m3pn5?utm_source=ptk_meeting_1

Common parent questions: https://www.eftours.com/parents-and-students/educational-travel-101?&utm_campaign=ptktemplates&utm_segment=groupleader&utm_group=et&utm_season=s26

When?
Tuesday, Sep 30, 2025, 06:00 PM
Where?
Virtual
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MLA Middle Fall Spirit Week

Show your spirit each day October 20th-October 23rd

When?
Monday, Oct 20, 2025, 07:30 AM
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Lions Vision Screening

Screening will take place at the Middle School on Thursday, October 23rd. This is a free service and does require parents or guardians to take any further action. Results will be sent home in the following weeks.

When?
Thursday, Oct 23, 2025, 09:45 AM
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MLA Middle School Dance

When?
Thursday, Oct 23, 2025, 05:45 PM
Where?
MLA Middle School Annex, Southeast Stark Street, Troutdale, OR, USA

Parent Resources Parent Resources

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Elementary Staff Link Elementary Staff Link

Middle School Staff Link Middle School Staff Link

MLA K-8 Education for All
https://www.mla.k12.or.us/

Elementary: 503-405-7868

Middle: 503-912-3900

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