Dear Manor Woods Families, 

It has been a wonderful American Education Week for all! We welcomed so many visitors this week and we are so appreciative of all the parents/guardians who spent time with us throughout the week. Our students were super excited to have family members in the building and we hope everyone enjoyed seeing a “snapshot” of a typical day at Manor Woods. Thank you for helping us celebrate American Education Week and the importance of bringing together educators, parents, students and communities to unify in providing the best educational experience possible!

Parent Conferences will be held next week, and school will dismiss three hours early on Monday, November 25, and Tuesday, November 26 at 12:15 pm. Just a reminder, conferences on Monday are in-person and conferences on Tuesday and/or Wednesday are virtual. Our staff is excited for another opportunity to connect and share about your child’s progress during the first quarter as well as goals set for the second quarter. 

Next week, we will take a break from sending our newsletter. Our next Weekly Duck will be sent on December 6th. With Thanksgiving upon us, this is a great time to reflect on the many things for which we are grateful. We are grateful for all the wonderful people at Manor Woods Elementary School. We have amazing students, staff and families. We want to share our gratitude for your partnership and collaboration and we look forward to continuing our work together.

On behalf of the entire Manor Woods Staff, we wish you and your family a wonderful weekend and a very Happy Thanksgiving!

Wishing everyone a fantastic weekend!

Kelli Jenkins, Principal
Jennifer Zinn, Assistant Principal

 

   

 

 

2024-2025 IMPORTANT DATES AND EVENTS

 

NOVEMBER

25 - Schools Close 3 Hours Early - Parent/Teacher Conferences (IN PERSON)
26 - Schools Close 3 Hours Early - Parent/Teacher Conferences (VIRTUAL)
27 - Schools Closed for Students - Parent/Teacher Conferences
28 - 29 - Schools and Offices Closed
 

DECEMBER

4 - PTA Meeting, 6:30 PM, Media Center
19 - Winter Chorus Concert, 7:00 pm, Marriotts Ridge High School
23 - 31 - Winter Break School Closed

 

Related Arts Color Calendar Schedule

                                      

                                                                          

 

MWES NEWS​​​​​​​

 

MWES STAFF SHOUT OUT

As we close out the month of November, this is always a great time to share our appreciation, thanks and gratitude. Reflecting on our many blessings and sharing our gratitude with others can truly make a difference. The staff at Manor Woods works so hard every day to make sure our students and families are happy and successful and we would love your help in recognizing our staff during this month of Thanksgiving. Will you join us in recognizing a staff member? Will you recognize any staff member who is making a difference for your child(ren)?

Please take a moment to recognize a staff member who is making a positive difference. Use this link to SHOUT OUT a MWES staff member: #MWES STAFF SHOUT OUT.  We will share the SHOUT OUT with individual staff members as they are received. Thank you for your support in recognizing our amazing staff! 

CONGRATULATIONS ~ MWES CHESS CHAMPIONS

Last weekend, these Manor Woods students competed at the Baltimore County Classic Chess tournament, for K-8, and won first place! Join us in CONGRATULATING these students! We are so proud of each student! 

The trophy can be found in our Front Office!

 

ANNUAL TOYS FOR TOTS PROGRAM 

We are happy to share information about the 9th Annual Toys for Tots Campaign led by Howard County Executive Calvin Ball in partnership with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation!

The mission of the US Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year. Households are able to receive a gift for the holidays. 

To learn more: Toys for Tots Program

Manor Woods Elementary School is passing this opportunity on to your family to make this holiday season special.  If your family needs support, please take a look at the details below.

Registration Details:

• Register your family here: https://aatft.formstack.com/forms/ifrformhoward2024

• The deadline to register is Friday, December 6th, by close of business.

Toy Pickup Information:

• Families will pick up their toys on Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 9 AM to 3 PM at the Ascend One Building (8930 Stanford Blvd, Columbia, MD).

• This will be a drive-through event. Families will provide their registration number to a volunteer, who will deliver the toys directly to your car.

Important Guidelines:

• Register all children in your family, even if they are not of school age or attend different schools.

• Toys for Tots cannot accommodate "wish lists," but if a child has special needs, please include that in the registration notes.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.

Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Commission Contest

Click here for more details:

https://www.howardcountymd.gov/human-rights-equity/office-human-rights-equitys-contests-awards

Announcing the 2025 Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Commission Student Contests: Honor Dr. King's Legacy & Win Cash Prizes!

Elementary, Middle & High School Poster Contest: “Create a piece of artwork that illustrates how we can make positive changes in ourselves, schools, and communities.”

High School & Middle School Essay Contest: Write an essay about a time that you created positive change in yourself, school, or community. Discuss challenges, outcomes, and personal growth.

High School & Middle School Oratory Contest: Create a 5–7-minute speech that illustrates how you created positive change in yourself, school, or community. Discuss challenges, outcomes, and personal growth.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
Entries must be received by November 15th, 2024 at 5:00 PM EST

Via Email: MLK@howardcountymd.gov
Via Mail: Howard County Office of Human Rights & Equity
9820 Patuxent Woods Drive, Suite 237 Columbia, MD 21046

Click Here to Download a Fillable PDF Application

For More Information: Call (410) 313-6430 Email: MLK@howardcountymd.gov

 

PTA News

PTA Calendar: https://www.mwespta.com/calendar

Please visit the PTA website at https://www.mwespta.com/

 

HCPSS News

2024-2025 School Meals 

Information Click HERE to learn more about HCPSS meal information. 

Pricing for school meals for 2024-25: 

● Breakfast - $2.00 ● Lunch - $2.80 

Many HCPSS families are eligible to participate in the Free and Reduced Price Meals (FARMs) program,  which provides children with a wide range of benefits including free or discounted college tuition, testing and application fees, academic and athletic program fees and many others in addition to free or discounted meals. Families are urged to check their eligibility and complete a FARMs application as soon as possible. Families must submit a new application every school year.

Winter Coat Giveaway

We will have new and gently used coats for children and adults.

Date: November 25 and 26 

Time: 6-8pm

Location: Harriet Tubman Cultural Center

 

HCPSS Student Code of Conduct

The Howard County Public School System is committed to providing a safe, engaging and supportive learning environment where all policies are enforced fairly and consistently. HCPSS policies and regulations emphasize instruction and rehabilitation rather than punishment and are designed to foster and reward appropriate behavior and keep students connected to school so they can graduate college and career ready. Please read and review the HCPSS student code of conduct with your child(ren) before the school year begins:  HCPSS Student Code Of Conduct 

HCPSS Student & Parent Handbook

The Student & Parent Handbook can be found online and outlines districtwide practices and policies related to parents and students, including the Student Code of Conduct, school procedures, student responsibilities and more.

HCPSS NEWS

Click here for the latest updated hcpss news.