October Meerkat Monthly
MLA K-8 Newsletter Education for All
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!
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!
Box Top Week October 13th-19th
Click here for more info: https://www.boxtops4education.com/s/
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 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
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 Tutoring
To schedule tutoring sessions please reach out to Jessica Logan @mailto: jlogan@mla.k12.or.us
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
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
Interested in finding out more? Email mailto:pto@mla.k12.or.us
Monthly meetings 3rd Tuesday of the month at MLA Middle School Annex
Harvest Carnival Candy Donations Needed
Reminder: If you are running low on medication we will send home a note with your student.
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
School Based Therapy
If you are interested in finding out more contact our counselor Miss Harbert @ mailto:aharbert@mla.k12.or.us
