The Chipmunk Chat

Dear MGES Families,

We are excited for our upcoming Read-a-thon. The reading logs will be arriving by early next week. Last year was pretty competitive and students were super excited about winning the pizza party.

Please take note of the important message from Nurse Winsman. Finally, check out our Speedstacking highlights!

Best regards,
Mr. Perez

February 24-March 6- PTO Read-a-thon

March 2-6 Read Across America Week

March 9- Principal Updates / PSSA Presentation 6:30 pm Virtual (Link TBA)

March 10- Reading Olympics Event @ UDHS 6:00 pm

March 12- MG Science Fair 6:00-7:30 pm

March 17-18- Early Dismissal / Parent-Teacher Conferences

March 20- Paint Night w/ Mr. Hopkins

We are so proud of all 72 Red and Blue team speedstackers who participated in our recent Speed Stacking Tournament! Students were truly impressive in their speedy times and precision, but also with their teamwork and outstanding sportsmanship. The atmosphere was electric in the UDHS cafeteria which made the event feel extra special. A huge thank you to Ms. Gerhart for her leadership in organizing, coaching, and supporting this event from start to finish. We are also grateful to our teachers, staff, and student volunteers who helped make this tournament such a memorable experience for everyone involved. What an incredible night of skill, spirit, and school pride! 🏆👏

Get ready to celebrate Read Across America Week 2026 with a full lineup of fun and spirited theme days! Throughout the week of March 2–6, our school will come together to celebrate our love of reading and books in creative ways—and everyone is invited to participate.

Monday, March 2 – Hats off to Reading! Wear your favorite hat.
Tuesday, March 3 – Oh the Places you've Been! Wear a shirt or sweatshirt of a place you have been.
Wednesday, March 4 – Book Buddies. Bring your favorite book to share with your buddy classmate.
Thursday, March 5 – Vocabulary Parade- Create a costume to represent a word. Have a sign with the word and the definition.
Friday, March 6 – Pajama Day- Wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffy.

We can’t wait to celebrate a week filled with stories, imagination, and school spirit! 📚

See the latest from the PTO in this week’s edition of the PTO Press.

• Art Night with special guest, Mr. Hopkins! Friday, March 20. Registration opens tomorrow.
• Read-a-Thon starts next week!
• Girls on the Run is almost full. Sign up today!

Upper Dublin School District is offering two Summer STEM Camp sessions for students in grades K–5, held July 6–9 and July 13–16. Each week features a unique theme and hands-on, inquiry-based learning infused with the Design Thinking Process—encouraging students to innovate, design, create, problem-solve, and collaborate around real-world applications. Cost: $100 per one-week session or $200 for both weeks.

Share your feedback! Complete our brief, anonymous Portrait of a Cardinal feedback survey by March 10. The Portrait of a Cardinal defines the skills, competencies, and mindsets students need to thrive in learning and life beyond the classroom. Your perspective will help us develop a vision that reflects the voices of all stakeholders.

As we begin the month of Ramadan, parents who would like the school to know that their child is observing Ramadan are encouraged to contact the school counselor. Counselors can provide information about available resources and accommodations.

Fire & Ice Festival 2026

February 20-21

UD Celebrate! Black History is UD History

February 25

Upper Dublin Parks and Recreation Summer Camps

Registration Opens March 2

UDHS Theatre Presents Hello, Dolly!

March 5-7

UD Whodunnit Fundraiser

Saturday, March 21

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