Chief Example for Others (CEO) Character Trait for September
Respect
September is Attendance Awareness Month
Attending school regularly helps children feel better about school—and themselves. Start building this habit early so they learn right away that going to school on time, every day is important. Eventually good attendance will be a skill that will help them succeed in high school and college as well as in their jobs and careers.
What can you do as a parent?
• Set a regular bedtime and morning routine.
• Lay out clothes and pack backpacks the night before.
• Develop backup plans for getting to school if something comes up. Call on a family member, a neighbor, or another parent.
• Try to schedule non-urgent related medical appointments and extended trips when school isn’t in session.
• If your child seems anxious about going to school, talk to teachers, school counselors, administrators, or other parents for advice on how to make your child feel comfortable and excited about learning.
• If you are concerned that your child may have a contagious illness, call your school or health care provider for advice.
• If your child must stay home due to illness, ask the teacher for resources and ideas to continue learning at home.
School Safety Reminders
- No dogs or other pets are allowed on school grounds or in buildings unless they are certified service animals. Please leave pets at home when picking up your students.
- Please remind your students and those who pick up your students to “walk their wheels” (walk bikes, scooters, skates, etc.,) while on school grounds.
After School Drama Program – The Day the Crayons Quit
Our After School Drama group will be performing The Day the Crayons Quit this fall. This year our the program will be open to 4th and 5th Graders only.
Practices:
- Thursdays from 3:10-4:10 starting September 11th in Ms. Nelsons classroom.
- Please note that students must be picked up or able to walk home independently at the end of the program (4:10pm).
Performances:
- School Show for students only: Monday November 17th at 2pm
- Parent and Community Show: Tuesday November 18th at 6pm
Registration:
Email jordan.nelson@canyonsdistrict.org or click on the link below to complete the registration form.
Maximum 25 students
Student and Family Handbook Reminder
Families, please review the entire handbook with your student(s) and sign the final page, returning just that final page to teachers.
The Handbook can also be found on our website for families to consult at any time.
Spanish Dual Language Immersion Program spots available for Grades K-2
Midvale Elementary School has space available in our Spanish Dual Language Immersion classes for Grades K-2. If you are interested in having your student enter the Spanish Dual Language Immersion program, please contact the office at 801-826-8725.
For more information about the benefits of the DLI program, visit our District website at https://www.canyonsdistrict.org/dual-language-immersion/.
Would you like to learn English?
Our Midvale Elementary Family Learning Center will begin English classes for adults on Tuesday, September 2. Classes are held each week Mondays through Thursdays. Two levels of classes are held; Basic English is from 8:40-9:30am, and Intermediate English is from 9:40-10:40am.
If you are interested in attending these classes, you may come to the classes at the above times and register at that time. You can also call the main office with questions at 801-826-8725.
Join Us to Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month
Monday, September 15, 7:50 – 8:10am
Midvale Elementary amphitheater in front of the school
On September 15, we will be honoring National Hispanic Heritage Month with a morning celebration before we begin the school day. National Hispanic Heritage Month is recognized from September 15 to October 15 by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Mexico, Spain, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Please join us, and wear the colors or traditional dress of one of these countries.
News from our PTA
🐴 Midvale Mustang Spirit Gear is here!
👕 Hoodies & T-shirts → every purchase supports our school 💙🛍️
Shop: https://midvale-elementary.givebacks.com/shop
💡 Join the PTA in the same store!
🛼 September Skate Night @ Classic Skating 🎶 is September 12, 5-10pm
Looking Ahead:
Monday, September 1: Labor Day, No School
Tuesday, September 2: Wear Purple
Wednesday, September 3: Wear Pink
Thursday, September 4: Wear Brown
Friday, September 5: Wear White
Monday, September 8: Wear Gray
PTA Meeting 3:30pm
SCC Meeting 4:00pm
Tuesday, September 9: Wear Black
Free Groceries at our Mobile Food Pantry at 3:05pm
Wednesday, September 10: Wear Rainbow Colors
Friday, September 12: Family Matters Event 7:30am
PTA Free Classic Skate Night 5-10pm (See attached flyer)
Monday, September 15: National Hispanic & Latino Heritage Celebration 7:50am-8:10am
Wednesday, September 17: Constitution Day lessons in classrooms
How are we doing?
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