Mac El Weekly News
Week of April 18, 2025
From the Principal
After a big week, it's nice to have a fun weekend ahead! There are many families who will be celebrating Easter and we wish you a very Happy Easter! It will be hard to get to them to bed Sunday night but it will be important so they can do their best on their ILEARN which continues next week. With the exception of make-up testing, ILEARN will be finished next week!
π Mark Your Calendar
April 20 - Happy Easter!
April 21 - April 23 - ILEARN Testing (Gr. 3 - 5)
April 24 - ILEARN Science (Gr. 4) & Social Studies (Gr. 5) Testing
April 25 - ILEARN Computer Science Testing (Gr. 4)
May 1 - 4th & 5th Grade Music Program (see below)
May 5 - 9 - Teacher Appreciation Week
May 11 - Mother's Day
May 12 - Senior Walk
May 16 - 18 - 5th Grade Chicago Field Trip
May 20 - Talent Show
May 21 - Field Day
May 22 - Last Student Day
ILEARN Testing Schedule
Students will not be permitted to enter or leave the classroom once testing has started. Please make sure students are on time to school and plan appointments accordingly.
STEM in our School
Parent Requests
If you would like to submit a request for your child for the next school year, please complete the following:
- Write a letter/email to Mrs. Tidd (tidds@maconaquah.k12.in.us) including your child's name, grade, and reason for a request.
- Do NOT include a specific teacher as letters requesting specific teachers will not be accepted.
- Do describe the needs of your child and the best learning environment for them to be successful.
Letters must be received by May 9th. Classroom placement will be available when fall registration for the 2025-26 school year is completed.
From the Nurse
Attention 5th Grade Parents
Fifth-grade students will need to have Tdap & meningitis immunizations going into 6th grade, if they have not already done so. Please start scheduling appointments now. If you have questions, please contact your child's doctor or the school nurse.
4th & 5th Grade Spring Music Program
Important Student Pick-up Reminder
NO LINE UP UNTIL 3:00 PM
Transportation Changes
If there is a change in your child's pick up or bus transporation. Please contact the front office. DO NOT leave a message on a teacher's voicemail. The front office will get the message to the teacher and keeps a spreadsheet with the change in transportation information. This ensures that messages do not get lost if a teacher is absent or unable to check their messages before dismissal.
Yearbooks on sale now!
Click on the link below to pre-order your yearbooks!
Substitute Teachers Needed - Apply now!
Are you looking for a flexible way to give back to your community while earning extra income? Consider becoming a substitute teacher at Maconaquah Elementary! As a substitute, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives, while enjoying a rewarding and fulfilling experience. With a variety of schedules available, substitute teaching is a great option for parents who want to balance work and family life. Join our team today and help shape the future of our students!
Community Events
π Weekly Breakfast and Lunch Menu
π Braves of the Week
2nd Grade: Hank Hatcher
Hank is a great example of a hardworking Brave. He always gives his best in class. He answers questions and he also really thinks about what he is learning. Hank is well mannered and treats others with kindness and respect. He is a great leader because people can always look to him for an example of how to act and work in the classroom. I am very proud of Hank. Keep up the excellent work!
3rd Grade: Braxton Miller
Braxton is an excellent example of Brave of the Week. He comes to school with a smile on his face daily and is eager to learn. He is sweet, responsible, hard working, helpful, thoughtful, and funny. He puts his best effort into his work each day. Even when presented with a challenging task, he doesnβt complain or give up. He works through it and does his best. Outside of school he is involved in multiple sports and helps his parents with farming. He is so well rounded. I am so proud of Braxtonβs successes this year. Congratulations, Braxton!
4th Grade: Raiden Armstrong
Raiden is a hardworking student who gives his best effort in everything he does. He has a great sense of humor that brings smiles to those around him, and he knows just the right moment to make people laugh. Raiden also asks deep, meaningful questions and enjoys thinking about the "why" behind things. His mix of curiosity, dedication, and fun personality make him a joy to have in class.
5th Grade: Maddalynn Arnett
Maddy is a great example of what it means to be a Brave. She is kind to everyone, she works hard to be a good student, she always gives her tasks her best effort, and she is friendly. I am so glad that Maddy is in the class.
Stephanie Tidd
Email: tidds@maconaquah.k12.in.us
Website: www.maconaquah.k12.in.us