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CONNECTING.
LEARNING.
LEADING.
August 2021
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Maize South Elementary
Howler
3404 N Maize Rd
Wichita, KS 67205
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A NOTE FROM THE PRINCIPAL |
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Dear Parents/Guardians,
Welcome to the 2021-22 school year! We are excited to have your child at Maize South Elementary! We are home to the Wolves and leaders of the pack.
I am Mrs. Thrash, the principal. Mr. Chalashtari (Mr. C.) is our assistant principal. We are excited to begin another year and look forward to getting to know all of our new students while welcoming our returning students!
MSE has had a lot of changes over the summer. Our band and orchestra room was converted to a STEAM room (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math). Last year's Art and Science room were remodeled to welcome the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program and a new audiologist. Our gym floor was updated with a Wolf at center court. Sharing these updates and improvements with the kids these past few weeks has been FUN!
Although this year has begun with some restrictions and guidelines for safety, we are happy to have our kids back for in-person learning! Our teachers and staff have missed your children and are excited to have all of you return! We will continue to develop and plan creative ways to make this year memorable and fun.
Thank you to everyone for a wonderful start to the year!
Carrie Thrash
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PARENT PICK UP / DROP OFF |
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Parent drop-off and pickup have been moved to the front of the building this year. During our morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up events, parents are to remain in their vehicles throughout the process. At afternoon pick-up, all students will utilize our QR system. Parking and waiting outside the school for your student (s) will not be allowed.
Our focus and message each day to the Wolfpack is, "Be Respectful, Responsible, and Safe!" We ask that you please help us model these attributes in our parent pick-up and drop-off line. Our goal is to keep the process safe, quick, and fair for all.
- Please stay in your vehicle during drop off and pick-up
- Have your child ready to exit the car as soon as you pull up to the sidewalk
- Exit slowly through the left lane when leaving the line
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Do not pass other cars to better position yourself in the line
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SCHOOL ARRIVAL & DISMISSAL |
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School begins at 8:30 am and we dismiss at 3:40pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Students should arrive at school at 8:20am and should be picked up at 3:40 pm. On Wednesday school begins at 8:30am and we dismiss at 3:05pm. Students should arrive at 8:20am and should be picked up at 3:05pm.
We do not provide supervision for students before 8:10am or after 3:40pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, or after 3:05pm on Wednesday.
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- You may write a note to the teacher if your child is leaving early or if they are NOT getting home their usual way OR...
- If you have a change in transportation, please email your child’s teacher before 12:00pm. Please copy the secretaries to help ensure your child and teacher will receive the message. Including our secretaries in your communication will ensure the message is delivered in the event there is a substitute for the day. Teachers have been instructed to reply to your email. If you do not receive a message back it's likely the teacher did not receive the message in time.
- Secretaries:
- cfarney@usd266.com
- rhohler@usd266.com
- Please consider this method as a last resort, you may call the office before 2:30pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and 2:00pm on Wednesday. If you miss the deadline, your child will be expected to follow normal procedures of usual transportation home.
- Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
2021-22 District Reopening Plan
Information about the district reopening plan can be found at:
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- Visitors who qualify for access to the schools during the school day will be asked to wear a mask if they have not been fully vaccinated. Visitor access will remain limited and be continuously evaluated upon community infection and vaccination rates.
- Those individuals who are considered an integral part of the learning
environment, such as guest speakers and post-secondary representatives, will be
allowed to participate in those specific activities during the school day.
- Visitors considered to be partners with the school district, such as booster clubs, PTOs, site councils, Watch Dogs, yearbook, and Junior Achievement, will be allowed to participate in those specific activities during the school day.
- At this time, no other visitors will be allowed into the school during the school day. This policy will be reconsidered at a later date.
- Classroom celebration parties and similar activities where a large number of visitors are expected will be prohibited.
- Deliveries will be limited to supplies necessary to participate in school or school-sponsored activities.
- Elementary school student birthday parties will continue to be prohibited, but parents/guardians will be permitted to deliver pre-packaged treats to the office.
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The use of cell phones/communication devices during the school day is prohibited. Phones should be turned off and kept in student backpacks during the school day unless special permission has been given by the administration for use in classroom projects directed by teachers.
Teachers have the authority to collect cell phones or other devices such as electronic watches, AirPods, etc. during class time to help reduce distractions to the learning environment. It will be considered a violation if the student’s cell phone or communication device disrupts a class.
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September is Child Obesity Awareness Month
Here are some great tips on keeping our youth healthy and active!!
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We are excited to announce that MSE has been selected as a Capturing Kids Hearts National Showcase School! Over a thousand schools applied across the country, and only 325 were selected.
Capturing Kids Hearts recognizes and celebrates schools that go the extra mile each day, creating social-emotional safety on school campuses that is conducive to learning. It is the premier source of professional development for educators nationwide. Through experiential training, expert coaching, and personalized support, Capturing Kids' Hearts equips professionals in K-12 education to implement transformational processes focused on social-emotional wellbeing, relationship-driven culture, and student connectedness. Because of the rigor of our evaluation process, the Capturing Kids' Hearts National Showcase School award is both a high aspiration and an exemplary recognition of excellence.
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Free breakfast and lunch will once again be provided this year. Please see the attached link for more information and details
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ALERTS & NOTIFICATIONS USED IN
THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY
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In the event of an emergency in your child's school, the parent notification system, School Messenger, will be used to notify you of the situation and will alert you to steps you need to take in order to reunite with your child. Voice messages will be sent to all phone numbers and email listed in Skyward Family Access "Family 1" and Guardian 1 of "Family 2". To view the contact information the district has on file, please log on to Skyward Family Access and click on "Student Information." If you are unsure how to log on to Skyward Family Access, please contact our school for assistance.
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September
6th-No School-Labor Day
23rd-No School-Parent/Teacher Conferences 8am-8pm
24th- No School
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Deliveries: MSES can NOT accept deliveries of flowers, balloons, candy, cookies, etc. This is per USD 266 District Policy. We appreciate your cooperation.
Party Invitations: Party invitations CANNOT be distributed at school. We ask that you mail invitations for personal events or parties directly to the home of the student(s) you are inviting.
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Student Directory:
Parents and guardians may opt to include your address, primary phone number, email addresses, student's school and student's grade level in the Skyward Family Access Student Directory so that other families with login rights to Family Access can view your contact information.
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Cell Phones: Please remember the use of cell phones by students while at school is not allowed.
Homework: When your child is absent from school and you wish to pick up homework you must request it before 10:00am. All assignments and necessary textbooks will be available in the office after 2:00pm. Thank you.
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Click on the image above to view lunch menus. |
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Click on the image above to learn how to support your school.
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Dillons Community Rewards Code
NPO#TWO82
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MSE MISSION STATEMENT
M aking a Difference
S triving for Excellence
E mpowering Young Minds
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Carrie Thrash
MSE Principal
cthrash@usd266.com
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Jason Chalashtari
MSE Assistant Principal
jchalashtari@usd266.com
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