The Weekly Duck 4.19.24
Fri, 04/19/2024 - 3:39pm
Dear Manor Woods Families,
Happy Friday! Last night was an AMAZING night celebrating the many cultures of Manor Woods Elementary and our community! Our MWES Cultural Night was a night to remember for sure! Thank you to the many, many volunteers, families who prepared so many different foods from around the world and shared artifacts and displays representing so many countries, to our students for the fantastic performances and to the many staff volunteers. Lastly, please join us in a huge THANK YOU to Mrs. Shin, Mrs. Choi and our PTA for planning, organizing and making this event possible! YOU ROCK and we are so grateful for each of you! Our MWES Cultural Night is truly a night of COMMUNITY!
Looking ahead, Thursday, April 25 is designated as "Take Our Children to Work Day". This day is a public education program sponsored by the Ms. Foundation for Women, which was launched in 1992. The Howard County Public School System supports this program, which encourages students to go to work with an adult mentor. It is a great opportunity for students to investigate future careers.
If your child is going to participate in this program, in order for their absence to be excused, please send an email to our absence email at MWESabsence@hcpss.org by Wednesday, April 24th. Please contact our front office at 410-313-7165 if you have any questions.
Wishing everyone a wondergul weekend!
Kelli Jenkins, Principal
Jennifer Zinn, Assistant Principal
IMPORTANT DATES
May
8 - 4th & 5th Grade Chorus Concert
10 - Field Day
14 - School Closed -Primary Election
17 - Schools close 3 hours early -Professional Learning Day
20 - 5th Grade Simulated Congressional Hearing
27 - Schools and Offices Closed -Memorial Day
INFORMATION TO SHARE
Congratulations to all the students in band, orchestra, and chorus who performed in the Howard County Solo & Ensemble Festival on Saturday, April 13th. The performances were fantastic and we are proud of the way you represented Manor Woods!
Congratulations Samantha Lee and Ishayu Kar! Their artwork was on display at the Howard County Center for the Arts.
Congratulations to all the students who have work displayed at the Columbia Mall!
MWES 2024 Field Day is May 10th! We are looking for volunteers to assist with stations for each grade. If you would like to help, please sign up here. All volunteers will need their HCPSS Volunteer Training completed prior to the event.
MCAP
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 towards 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 Thursday, April 4 - Friday, May 31. 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.
** The 3rd and 4th Grade MCAP ELA testing date on April 23 has been adjusted in observance of Passover. Third and fourth graders will take MCAP ELA on April 17, 19, 22 and 24. **
MCAP ELA
3rd Grade - April 17, 19, 22, and 24
4th Grade - April 17, 19, 22, and 24
5th Grade - April 9, 12, 15, and 16
MCAP Math
3rd Grade - May 3, 6, 7, and 8
4th Grade - May 3, 6, 7, and 8
5th Grade - April 26, 29, 30 and May 1
Peer Conflict or Bullying
As we gear up to finish the school year strong, it's essential to address student interactions that can affect both individual students and/or our school community. Peer conflict is something that most students will experience at some point in their school career. However, it is essential to understand the difference between conflict and bullying, should bullying occur. By understanding the differences, we can better navigate challenging situations and foster a positive school environment where everyone can thrive.
We look forward to continuing to work together to end the school year on a solid and positive note. Thank you for your continued support and partnership!
More information can be found on the HCPSS Stop Bullying website. If you have any questions regarding this policy or its implementation, please contact a school administrator. Here is the online link to report an Instance of Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation and a link to the Bullying, Cyberbullying, Harassment, or Intimidation Reporting Form to fill out and return to your student's school administrator. More information on HCPSS Policy 9460 can be found at Bullying, Cyberbullying, Harassment, and Intimidation Involving Students - HCPSS.
MSDE PARENT SURVEY ~ PARENTS OF STUDENTS WITH IEPs
Parents of students with IEPs,
Please take time to complete the MSDE Parent Survey that was recently mailed to you. This survey provides HCPSS the information about how well we are partnering with you and promoting parent involvement. Your feedback will help guide efforts to improve special education and related services in HCPSS. Please access the survey using this link: https://www.mdparentsurvey.com/.
Kindergarten and New First Grade Enrollment
It is that time of year when we enroll kindergarteners and new students to first grade for next year! If you have a child who will be 5 years old by September 1st, please enroll them now! If you know anyone who has a child this age, please have them enroll their child now! The official date to begin enrolling was March 4th, and the enrollment link remains open for registration. The link to on-line enrollment is below!
Please feel free to call the office at 410-313-7165 with any questions!
Register Your Child For School
Counselors Corner
NAMI Howard County
The mission of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is to improve the lives of individuals with mental illness and their families through education, advocacy and support, and to increase awareness of mental illness throughout the community. Visit NAMI Howard County for more information about support group offerings.
Schools Counselors
Ms. Heinlein and Mrs. Salapata, School Counselors, are here to support our students and families. Mrs. Heinlein works with grades K, 1, 4 and 5. Mrs. Salapata works with grades 2 and 3. Ms. Sam Schildt, Counseling Intern from McDaniel College, will be working with us on Wednesdays this semester. Please reach out through email or by calling 410-313-7165 if we can be of assistance. monica_heinlein@hcpss.org; christina_salapata@hcpss.org
PTA NEWS
Baltimore Orioles Fundraising Night
Don't forget to purchase your tickets for our MWES night at the Baltimore Orioles game on Monday, May 13! MWES fundraising seats are in the Upper Reserve section. Tickets will cost $15 (+10% processing fee) and $8 will be donated back to MWES! Purchase your tickets by Monday, April 29th: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Manorwoods24
Yearbook Purchase
Be sure to purchase a yearbook for the 23-24 school year!
Go to: www.Treering.com/validate
Schoold Passcode 1014749226162236
Click Here To View The PTA Newsletter
JOIN THE PTA!
If you haven't already, please take a moment to join the PTA! It's quick, easy and membership funds help to support our school! The PTA funds and supports school-wide presentations, family fun events, teacher appreciation activities, items needed by the teachers for their lessons and classrooms and much more!
Join Today!
https://www.mwespta.com/
Did you know the PTA has a Facebook group to stay up to date with PTA events? Join here today!
Community News & Events
Family Read the Rainbow
Our next FAMILY Read the Rainbow book club will occur on Monday, June 3rd at 6:00PM and feature the book Twas the Night Before Pride. The book's author, Joanna McClintick, will be present at our book club meeting to answer questions and talk about writing the book. The first 50 families with students in Pre school - 5th grade who register for this book club will receive a free copy of the book sent to their home or media center. This book club is open to anyone who would like to join us - students, staff, parents, and community.
HCPSS News
Families are encouraged to visit the HCPSS website for all your needs, including:
HCPSS Student & Parent Handbook
Click HERE for the county's 2022-23 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 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: https://www.hcpss.org/f/aboutus/student-handbook/student-code-of-conduct.pdf
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