Summer News
from Monroe Catholic Elementary Schools
Summer Reading is Important!
Don't forget to spend time reading over the summer. The link below will take you to a list of possible books to pick from. Also, consider utilizing the Monroe Public Library System! http://monroe.lib.mi.us
Click Here for Summer Reading Recommendations
The National Catholic Education Association has compiled a list of recommended books to read over the summer. Please click the link above to check it out!
Back to School Supply Lists
If you want to get a head start on back to school shopping, here are the Supply Lists for the 2018-2019 School Year: https://www.mcesmonroe.com/uploads/1/2/9/2/12923438/2018-19_supply_list.pdf
Summer Camp is Underway!
Service Hour Opportunity
Mulch has been delivered for the playgrounds at St. Michael Campus. If you're willing to help us spread it, please come by on Wednesday, June 27th!
Infant/Toddler Fun
Our infants and toddlers enjoyed a sensory playdate in our St. Michael garden. Sensory activities allow for children to explore and investigate the world around them through play.
Summer Art Club
Our Summer Campers had the opportunity to take part in Art Club this summer! If you're still interested in signing up, please call Mrs. Welton at 734-241-3378.
Vacation Bible School
Join our Faith Formation Programs for "Shipwrecked: Rescued by Jesus" August 6th-9th! For more information 734-241-6097. Here is the flyer: https://www.mcesmonroe.com/uploads/1/2/9/2/12923438/vba_communityflier.pdf
Dates for July & August
July
7/4 4th of July Holiday - Childcare and summer camp closed.
August 2018
8/6-8/9 Vacation Bible School Click here for the Flyer
8/10 St. Michael Campus - Last day of Summer Camp
8/13-8/17 St. Michael Campus - Latchkey and Preschool shut down. Daycare is OPEN.
8/19 Move In Sunday – St. Mary campus from 10:30am to 12:30pm PLC, St. Michael from 11:30am to 1:30pm, St. John campus from 1:00pm to 3:00pm.
8/20 Back to School... first day for all MCES students, full day of school with normal dismissal. NO MPS buses (they do not start till after Labor Day), SMCC buses will be running as normal. Latchkey, preschool childcare and daycare open
8/20 St. Mary Campus Blessing of the backpacks 8am in the gym
8/21 St. Michael Campus Blessing of the backpacks 9:30 AM PreK-1st and Noon for PM PreK in the gym
8/21 Protecting God's Children Workshop, St. Charles Borromeo, Newport Click here for Registration
8/27 Picture day, wear your Sunday best. No jeans, no leggings, no ripped clothing, open toe shoes and all students must have on socks.
8/27 First School Mass of the year for St. Michael Campus, 8:15am
8/27 SAVE THE DATE: St. John Campus Curriculum Night, 7:00 pm, Cafeteria/Gym/Classrooms
8/28 First School Mass of the year for St. John Campus, 8:15 am followed by the blessing of the students and their school year in the courtyard
8/28 SAVE THE DATE: St. Mary Curriculum Night 7:00 pm PLC/Gym/Classrooms
8/28 SAVE THE DATE: St. Michael Campus Curriculum Night, 5:30 pm, Gym/Classrooms
8/29 First School Mass of the year for St. Mary Campus, 8:15am
8/31 No school and childcare and latchkey closed.
7/4 4th of July Holiday - Childcare and summer camp closed.
August 2018
8/6-8/9 Vacation Bible School Click here for the Flyer
8/10 St. Michael Campus - Last day of Summer Camp
8/13-8/17 St. Michael Campus - Latchkey and Preschool shut down. Daycare is OPEN.
8/19 Move In Sunday – St. Mary campus from 10:30am to 12:30pm PLC, St. Michael from 11:30am to 1:30pm, St. John campus from 1:00pm to 3:00pm.
8/20 Back to School... first day for all MCES students, full day of school with normal dismissal. NO MPS buses (they do not start till after Labor Day), SMCC buses will be running as normal. Latchkey, preschool childcare and daycare open
8/20 St. Mary Campus Blessing of the backpacks 8am in the gym
8/21 St. Michael Campus Blessing of the backpacks 9:30 AM PreK-1st and Noon for PM PreK in the gym
8/21 Protecting God's Children Workshop, St. Charles Borromeo, Newport Click here for Registration
8/27 Picture day, wear your Sunday best. No jeans, no leggings, no ripped clothing, open toe shoes and all students must have on socks.
8/27 First School Mass of the year for St. Michael Campus, 8:15am
8/27 SAVE THE DATE: St. John Campus Curriculum Night, 7:00 pm, Cafeteria/Gym/Classrooms
8/28 First School Mass of the year for St. John Campus, 8:15 am followed by the blessing of the students and their school year in the courtyard
8/28 SAVE THE DATE: St. Mary Curriculum Night 7:00 pm PLC/Gym/Classrooms
8/28 SAVE THE DATE: St. Michael Campus Curriculum Night, 5:30 pm, Gym/Classrooms
8/29 First School Mass of the year for St. Mary Campus, 8:15am
8/31 No school and childcare and latchkey closed.
Preparing for your child's next grade!
We know Summer goes quick, but it's still important to think about next year! Click on the following link to see what your child's next grade teachers would like them to practice over the summer! They've even included tips on where to find resources, or which apps to download. https://www.mcesmonroe.com/summer-reading--readiness.html
Monroe Catholic Elementary Schools
MCES is a Christ-centered, Catholic learning community committed to the academic excellence and spiritual development of every student.
Email: kubik@monroecatholicschools.com
Website: mcesmonroe.com
Location: 151 North Monroe Street, Monroe, MI, USA
Phone: (734)241-6335
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