MLK COBRA CONNECTION
March 2018
Principals' Message
Know that the team and I are not only HOPING so, we are working toward that aim. Please join us on the journey to GREATER learning opportunities for our students, GREATER collaborative focus on ensuring that the highest quality instruction is offered to every child, and supporting students in achieving GREATER goals-both academic and social.
A part of my journey toward greatness includes being a careful and deliberate steward of the resources provided to our school by PGCPS to enhance our potential to achieve the greatness we seek. I can not make the best decisions without reflecting on both my experiences and your feedback. In support of a true Cobra Collaboration, I welcome your feedback at a PTO/Community Budget Session on March 13th. Mark your calendar and please try to attend. I truly look forward to your insights and sharing my vision for our future with your children.
All the best,
Rotunda Floyd-Cooper, Ed.D
Reminders about School Attendance
According to administrative procedure 5113 (link here) , all students are expected to attend school regularly in accordance with state laws and regulations.
Lawful Absence
Students enrolled in public schools are considered lawfully absent from school or any portion of the day, only under the following conditions:
- Death in the immediate family - -immediate family means a parent or guardian, brother, sister, or grandparent.
- Illness of the student
- Court summons
- Hazardous weather conditions
- Work approved or sponsored by the school
- Observance of a religious holiday
- State emergency
- Suspension
- Lack of authorized transportation
- Health exclusion
- Other emergency or set of circumstances which, in the judgement of the Chief Executive Officer or designee, constitutes a good and sufficient cause for absence from school
- Note all other absences are consider UNLAWFUL*
*As outlined in the Administrative procedure, when a student is UNLAWFULLY ABSENT they are not entitled to make up work.
For questions or concerns regarding this administrative procedure, please contact your child's Professional School Counselor Mrs. Tracey Goodridge or Dr. Samuel Okafor.
MLK Students Recognized for Academic Excellence!
The Carson Scholars Fund awards $1,000 college scholarships to students in grades 4-11 who excel academically and are dedicated to serving their communities. Scholarship winners receive the honor of being named “Carson Scholars” and are awarded an Olympic-sized medal and a trophy for their school to celebrate their accomplishments.
What's Happening at MLK?
Opportunity for 8th grade Students!
Apply for the 3D Scholars Program!
two college degrees: an Associate’s degree and a Bachelor’s degree.
• 9th, 10th, or 11th grade in Fall 2018
• Minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average at your high school.
• Minimal college placement test score requirements on the PSAT, SAT, ACT,
or Accuplacer exam per 3D scholars application.
• Complete application with essay and two teacher recommendations to counselor by March 15 (extended deadline) Final decisions will be completed via lottery.
Outstanding Art Students Display Talents at PGCPS Showcase
6th grade- Briana Gonzalez
7th- Melissa Mercado and Gabriella Caba
8th- Alison Nguyen, Kayti Palacious and Jenny Phan
Let's not forget to congratulate Ms. Sinn for her successful leadership of these budding artists!
Junior Achievement Finance Park
A huge thank you to the 10 parents and community members who came out to volunteer along with the MLK staff. And thank you to the 15 other parents who planned to come Friday but couldn't because of school cancellation.
"WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS!'
In soccer news, tryouts begin on Monday, March 12th at 7:30 am. Only those students with complete student athlete packets and the required 2.0 GPA requirement will be allowed to try out. Please contact Mrs. Jones with any questions.
FYI-No Nurse at MLK
Please add the following important dates to your calendar!
March 12- Family Institute "Parents as Leaders" Please view flyer here
March 12-14 Grade 8 Maryland Integrated Science Assessment (MISA)
March 13- Grade 6 Measures of Academic Progress- Reading (MAP-R)
March 14- Grade 7 Measures of Academic Progress - Reading (MAP-R)
March 20- Community Student Based Budgeting Information Meeting -6pm
March 28- End of Third Quarter (42 days)
March 28- Parent Workshop: Understanding the Impact of Attendance on Achievement
March 29- Professional Day for Teachers - 2-Hr. Early Dismissal for Students
Contact Us!
Email: mlkms@pgcps.org
Website: www1.pgcps.org/martinluther
Location: 4545 Ammendale Road, Beltsville, MD, USA
Phone: (301) 572-0650