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CONNECTING.
LEARNING.
LEADING.
October, 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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Principals Message
We have had a fabulous start to the year as we settle into October with teaching and learning in full swing. September was filled with conferences, school pictures, and committee meetings of teachers planning various fun events for our kids in the coming months!
National “Anti-Bullying Awareness Week” began Monday, October 4th, and we have been celebrating with fun spirit days. Our counselors Mrs. Katie and Mrs. Jami, have planned various activities throughout the month with lessons encouraging students to “Be a Buddy, Not a Bully!” Find time with your child to discuss what they are learning and enjoying each day.
MSE PTO has several events, and a fundraiser planned this month. Our Watch Dogs program has started, and we will have the first-ever drive-through Costume Parade on Friday, October 29th. Please join us in creating memories with your child and celebrating our Wolf Pack! Your participation and support mean the world to your child and us!
Carrie Thrash
Principal of the Pack
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This year's Fall party will be held on, Friday, October 29th. Unfortunately, we have had to make some changes to our traditional festivities to ensure student safety. Although our parties may look different, we make every effort possible to keep the day fun and festive for kids. Please see the list of expectations, guidelines, and changes:
- Parents and visitors will NOT be allowed to join us this year inside the building.
- ONLY factory-sealed snacks or food should be sent to school. Your child's classroom teacher will send more details about snacks soon!
- Teachers will conduct games.
- Students may wear their costumes to school ALL DAY.
- NO face paint or mask will be allowed.
- Gruesome costumes or costumes that would potentially frighten young children are prohibited.
- Make-believe weapons such as swords, guns, knives, etc. are not to be brought to school as part of the costume.
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MSE will celebrate its first-ever drive-through Costume Parade! The Parade will be held on Friday, October 29th. A map of the Parade route and expectations are listed below. Please follow all guidelines and safety precautions to ensure our kids enjoy the day.
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The Parade will begin at 10:00, and we will have a staggered drive-through. Please DO NOT arrive early. No vehicles will be allowed onto the property until the Parade starts. Arriving at your assigned time will ensure traffic does not back up, and everyone has enough time to make it through the line.
- Parents with lasts names beginning with
- A-F arrive at 10:00
- G-N arrive at 10:05
- O-Z arrive at 10:10
- Please adhere to the following safety measures
- NO candy. We have several students with severe allergies. We also want to ensure students are not stepping into the street to retrieve candy.
- Do not stop in the line to take photos or visit with your child.
- Please be attentive to your driving.
- Do not exit your vehicle.
- Do not encourage students to high-five you from your car.
- Parents may decorate their vehicles. Please, no gruesome designs or anything that would potentially frighten young children.
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Find events, opportunities on district’s Online Bulletin Board
Maize USD 266’s Online Bulletin Board is the place to go for information about upcoming events, camps, clinics, fundraisers, and other opportunities available through the district and official partner agencies. Visit www.usd266.com/OnlineBulletinBoard.
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PARENT PICK UP / DROP OFF |
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- Students who walk to school should arrive NO earlier than 8:10am
- Students dropped off by an adult, must remain in the vehicle until the 8:10 bell sounds.
- Have your child ready to exit the car as soon as you pull up to the sidewalk.
- Pets are NOT allowed on the property unless administrative permission has been granted.
- All students must be dropped off and picked up through the parent drive-through line unless your child needs adult assistance. Adult assistance must have prior consent and arrangements made with a licensed staff member.
- Do not drop or pick up children in the parking lot.
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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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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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- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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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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October
15th-End of Term 1
18th-No School-Professional Development
19th-Start Term 2
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November
22nd-26th NO SCHOOL
Fall Break
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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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