MWES Newsletter
Fri, 04/28/2023 - 11:28am
Happy Friday MWES Community!!
Please Fill Out the Attached Google Form by May 21st.
The link below is what our school staff will use to consider parent input as we engage in the articulation process. As our staff works to form thoughtful, well-balanced classes for the 2023-24 school year, we take many factors into account, including our students' academic and social-emotional needs, input from all stakeholders, and staffing needs.
Please take a few minutes, if needed, to complete this form if you want our staff to consider a need for your student.
2023-2024 MWES Consideration Card
Thank you for your support.
Carol DeBord, Principal
Jennifer Zinn, Assistant Principal
Important Dates
May
5/7 - 5/13 - Mental Health Awareness Week
5/8 - 5/12 - Teacher Appreciation Week
5/12 - Field Day
5/19 - Schools Closed for Students
5/29 - Memorial Day - Schools and Offices Closed
June
6/7, 6/12, 6/13, 6/14 - Schools Close 3 Hours Early
6/2 - Kindergarten End Of Year Celebration at 10:00 a.m
6/12 - 5th Grade End Of Year Celebration at 9:30 a.m
6/14 - Last Day Of School For Students
RA Color Days For May
School News
Spring MCAP Testing Grades 3, 4, and 5
The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requires that states administer annual state assessments to all students in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics in grades 3-8 and once in high school.
Manor Woods students in grades 3, 4, and 5 will take the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) in both ELA and math. The MCAP provides information to educators, parents, and the public on student progress toward proficiency on the Maryland College and Career Ready Standards. For more information, visit https://www.hcpss.org/academics/testing/mcap/.
The MCAP assessment window is Tuesday, April 11 - Friday, May 26. Specific testing dates are below for each grade level. Please make every effort to have your child attend school on testing days and to refrain from scheduling any appointments during these times to minimize missing instruction due to make-up testing. There is no need to study for the MCAP. To prepare, have your child get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive at school on time.
Third and Fourth Grade
ELA - April 14, 17, 18 and 19
Math - May 1, 2, 3 and 4
Fifth Grade
ELA - April 24, 25, 26, and 27
Math - May 5, 8, 9 and 11
Transportation Registration for 23/24
Per Board of Education Policy 5200 - Student Transportation, families whose students are eligible for bus transportation are required to register through HCPSS Connect Synergy to receive bus service for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year. This new registration process will take place annually to help the HCPSS Office of Student Transportation plan for more accurate student ridership and to make routes more efficient. Registration for 2023-2024 bus service is open now through 6/1/23.
Parent Volunteers Needed For Field Day
We need your help to have a successful Volunteers are greatly needed to help our students.
You do not need to have any special skills, other than being able to encourage our students to try their best! You will be responsible for guiding one class at a time through an activity station outside. Station directions will be provided and activities will be something students have practiced during Physical Education this year.
Please check your busy calendar and see if you might be able to join us Friday, May 12th as a volunteer. We would love to have your help!
To volunteer, sign up online at https://tinyurl.com/MWES23FD
Counselors Corner
May 7-13 is Children's Mental Health Awareness Week: The purpose of this week is to shine a light on the importance of children's mental health, reduce the stigma of mental health and to connect families with resources for prevention and support of mental health conditions. Visit Children's Mental Health Matters for resources and more information. We encourage all families to use this Meaningful May calendar by Action for Happiness that contains activities to promote happiness and well-being.
From The Health Room
Important Health & Safety Message
All HCPSS students and staff must stay home if they are experiencing symptom(s) associated with any communicable disease. Families, students, and staff should perform daily health checks and stay home if they have symptoms of a communicable disease, including the seasonal flu, COVID-19 and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). Families are encouraged to consider taking advantage of flu and COVID vaccines and boosters.
SPRING ALLERGY SEASON HAS ARRIVED - to read more about seasonal allergies
Summer Activities for Children
These summer programs offer children a variety of educational and recreational opportunities during the summer to learn, meet new friends and have fun:
Howard County Public Library System
Howard County Recreation and Parks
Howard Community College Kids on Campus
Spring 2023 Before/After School Classes
Spring 2023 Howard County Recreation & Parks Before/After School for students at Manor Woods ES.
These classes provide fun, structured, educational, and enriching activities for Manor Woods ES students, benefitting both the child(ren) and parents!
HCPSS News
Families are encouraged to visit the HCPSS website for all your needs, including:
Class Of 2023 Graducation Dates Set
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HCPSS recently announced the 2023 graduation ceremony dates, which are available online. All ceremonies are scheduled to take place at Merriweather Post Pavilion, with the exception of Cedar Lane School, which will be held at that school. |
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
To learn more please visit: https://www.hcpss.org/diversity/#discipline-practices
Community News & Events
HCDrugFree: Free Parenting Classes (open to grandparents too): Free. Guiding Good Choices is an evidence-based, interactive prevention program that provides families with the skills and knowledge to reduce the risk that their children will use drugs and alcohol or engage in other dangerous behaviors. Howard County parents, guardians and grandparents will learn how to encourage your child to adopt healthy attitudes and behaviors, how to communicate more effectively, how to build a relationship of trust, and much more! Classes will be held Tuesdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. via Zoom. Learn more or register: https://hcdrugfree.org/2023/02
Know What’s Happening in Howard County: Sign up for HC DrugFree’s newsletter at https://hcdrugfree.org/enews-signup/ or follow us on social media to get updates on events as well as information to keep your family safe and informed: Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn
Office of Early Intervention Services: OEIS is excited to host another Parent Cafe! Parents and caregivers of children ages birth-5 come together to share ideas to help take care of themselves, develop strong relationships with their children, and strengthen their families. Free childcare is provided and registration is required: May Parent Cafe
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The final OEIS/HCPL Sensory Stories & More class of the school year will be held on May 10, 2023 -- Sensory Friendly Stories May 2023.pdf. We've enjoyed having so many families come together this year for these activities. Thank you for the continued support in sharing these opportunities!
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Join the next Parent Cafe on May 3, 2023. Free childcare provided, registration required -- May 2023 Parent Cafe.pd
Positive Solutions For Families
Registration is now open!
This Pyramid Model parent training program is designed to support children’s social and emotional development and help address challenging behaviors. It provides a foundation for understanding child development, building parent-child relationships, and promoting positive parenting practices. Please see this .
This program is designed to help address challenging behaviors in young children and is open to families of students both with and without an IEP.