Mac El Weekly News
Week of September 8, 2023
From the Principal
Exciting week!
The Book Vending Machine
Ribbon Cutting
First book ... it talked to them!
Peru Lion's Club talked about their club
Handed out dictionaries to 3rd grade students
Thank you Lions Club!
From the AP
I hope everyone had a great Labor Day weekend! It's hard to believe that this week has already flown by. I was thrilled to see so many students and staff participating in the daily themes for Homecoming Week. On Friday, I had the pleasure of awarding the monthly Brave Ticket winners, and it was amazing to see so many students with positive behavior in the drawing. Great job! At the end of each of the nine weeks, we will celebrate all students who have shown positive behavior and good attendance. Congratulations to Brigette Lopez, Chase Peterson, Liam Gingerich, and Abel Rush for being named Brave of the Week. Have a fantastic weekend, and don't forget to show your Brave Pride!
Mark your Calendar
- September 8 - Homecoming Football Game 7:00 pm
- September 11 - 15 - Mac El PTO Scholastic Book Fair
- September 13 - Family Night at the Book Fair 3:30 - 6:00 pm
- Slime Run - 5:00 - 7:00 pm - see below
School Pictures
Pictures were sent home this week. If you have questions about your student's photos, please contact Harmon Photography by email at bharmonphoto@gmail.com. Harmon Photography will take care of any issues with photos. School Picture Make-up day is scheduled for November 2.
Guidance
Love Your Life Week
The guidance department is gearing up for Love Your Life Week next week! All Maconaquah Schools will promote how students can focus on what they love about their lives and turn negatives into positives.
STEM in our school
What is STEM?
STEM education involves integrating science, technology, engineering, and math in hands-on, collaborative lessons that challenge students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills on a daily basis.
Mrs. Reeser's Class - Egg Drop
The students were given a task to collaborate and come up with a design that could protect an egg from cracks or breaking when dropped from the roof. They conducted an experiment by dropping the egg from the roof and evaluated their designs. Based on the results, they will make necessary modifications to their designs and repeat the experiment again in the future.
Mac El PTO News
Bookfair Next Week - Volunteers Needed
If you are interested in volunteering, please call Lindsay Conner, PTO President, a 765-242-9196 or print and send the bottom portion of the form to school.
NOTE: You MUST have a BACKGROUND CHECK on File to volunteer. Volunteer background check information can be found on the website.
Maconaquah School Corporation Website
Maconaquah Schools has launched a new website with updated information on handbooks, forms, calendars, events, and more. The website features drop-down menus for each school, parents, students, and quick links. Please contact us if you cannot find what you're looking for. Access the website via the link above or www.maconaquah.k12.in.us.
Now Maconaquah Schools has an App!
Maconaquah Schools now has an app for free to download in the App Store. This will be a direct website link for all schools to see upcoming events, news, and more! Download the app and check it out!
Indiana Learns Tutoring Program
Take advantage of Indiana Learns tutoring grants. Qualifying students can access $1,000 in grant funds to be spent with approved Learning Partners (tutoring providers). Families can enroll eligible students by completing the enrollment worksheet and emailing it to info@indianalearns.org.
Access this worksheet from the above link
Email to info@indianalearns.org
Breakfast and Lunch Information
BRAVES of the WEEK
2nd Grade: Brigette Lopez
Brigette is a super Second-grader! She has been a huge help in welcoming our new students to our classroom. Brigette is a role model for other students to follow. She puts her best effort into all tasks, follows expectations, and she is very polite to those around her. I am so proud of Brigette’s hard work so far this year!
3rd Grade:Chase Peterson
Chase exhibits BRAVE's excellence. He is hard-working, respectful to his peers and teachers, and attentive in class discussions. He comes in each day ready to learn. I appreciate his positive attitude. He is a strong leader in STEM activities and does not let any challenge "get the best of him." I am blessed to have Chase in my class this school year. Congratulations, Chase!
4th Grade: Liam Gingerich
Liam is an incredibly kind student. Liam works extremely hard at everything he does, and he likes to make sure things are perfect. Liam is a respectful kid who takes his responsibilities very seriously. His classroom job is to hold the door, and he never forgets. Liam helps around the classroom by helping clean the board and is willing to volunteer when anyone needs help. When his classmates were asked what makes Liam a good choice for BRAVE of the week, they shared that he is hardworking, follows directions, and always does the right thing. We are very glad to have Liam as part of our class.
5th Grade: Abel Rush
I am excited to have Abel in my class! He is very helpful and kind and works very hard to accomplish each task he is given. He will do great things and I look forward to seeing him grow this year.
Contact Information
Mrs. Tidd
Principal
Maconaquah Elementary School
address: 7784 S. Strawtown Pike, Bunker Hill, IN 46914
Phone: (765) 689-9131 x. 3000
email: tidds@maconaquah.k12.in.us