MacArthur Elementary School
August 21, 2020
Notes from the Principal
Dear MacArthur Families,
A special welcome to all our in-person and distance learning students and families. We are a part of History right now and History has its eyes on us. “We have the power to help our children navigate this difficult time and we have the power to shape our nation’s future. Now is not the time to despair. We are the ones to get us through. Let’s not throw away our shot”. Kathryn McKnight
I can’t think of a stronger team to help our students this school year than our entire MacArthur team. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher or myself at any time with any question or concern.
Group A Students -- School starts in-person on Monday August 24th at 10:05 am. Students can be dropped off in the mornings at the front doors between 9:30 am and 10:05 am. School ends at 1:14 pm on Monday.
Group B Students -- Your first in-person day is Tuesday, August 25th and school starts at 10:05 am. Students can be dropped off in the mornings at the front doors between 9:30 am and 10:05 am. School ends at 1:14 pm on Tuesday.
Online Only Students -- Your first day of learning is Monday, August 24th!
Just a couple of Reminders!
- Your child should come to school wearing their mask.
- We recommend you label your child's mask
- Please remember to send a water bottle with your child.
I would like to introduce two new team members to our MacArthur School Family; Ana Boulas is our new music teacher and Nathan DeYoung is our new art teacher.
Have a Great Weekend.
Marian Buchko
Contact Information:
Phone: 219-662-3600 ext. 16001
Email: mlbuchko@cps.k12.in.us
News from Our School Counselor
Parents/Guardians,
Welcome back to another school year! We are all so happy to see everyone next week whether in-person, or virtually. For those new to MacArthur, I am Ms. Bellamy, the School Counselor. My job here at MacArthur is to ensure the social, emotional, and academic success of all students! See attached image for a list of some of the School Counseling services available to MacArthur students. I also wanted to share with you all the Virtual Counseling Room webpage that I created. It has a variety of resources including: breathing techniques, mindfulness, and relaxation. You can visit the webpage by clicking HERE
Finally, be on the lookout for my monthly Counseling Corner newsletter that will be sent to your email. This is have a variety of resources for you every month. The August one will be sent out sometime next week!
Have a great weekend,
Ms. Bellamy, M.S.Ed, LPSC
School Counselor
Distance Learning Students Computer Issues
Before and After School Latch Key Child Care Application
Complete a form for each child.
In order to formally apply for the Latch Key Program for Child Care a $10.00 annual non-refundable family enrollment fee must be paid.
The Latch Key program is in operation before school from 6:00-10:00 a.m. and 3:45-6:30 p.m. every day school is in session. School is considered in session when in-person or distance learning is taking place.
Due to requirements for social distancing, there will be limits to the number of children at each child care site. Therefore, the Latch Key Child Care Program will be a weekly fee-based program per child. The before school weekly fee is $25.00 and the after school weekly fee is $25.00.
To reserve your child’s spot for the week prepay by Thursday of each week. The prepayment reserves your child’s spot for the following week, regardless of attendance.
If your registration is received and there are no openings, your name will be put on a waiting list and you will be notified when an opening becomes available.
All checks should be made payable to the school site your child attends: Eisenhower Latch Key, Jerry Ross Latch Key, Lake Street Latch Key, MacArthur Latch Key, Solon Robinson Latch Key, Timothy Ball Latch Key, or Winfield Latch Key.
Please use the link below to submit a ‘Before and After School Latch Key Child Care Application.’
Box Tops 2020
Collecting Box Tops is a simple & easy way to raise money for MacArthur! We are still collecting the traditional old box tops, found on grocery items such as cereals, Kleenex boxes, kids snacks, etc. You can also scan a grocery receipt to see if any items have the new digital box tops, found on the free Box Tops app. You are also welcome to send in your grocery receipts to the school. Grocery receipts must be scanned within 2 weeks of the purchase date. Thank you for participating & helping our school!
PTO Membership Drive
A flyer/form will be going home with the kiddos once school starts, but in case anyone wants to get a head start and sign up for membership this year or are doing the distance learning option, here's a sneak peek of the membership perks that start at the $15 donation level. Can't do $15? Membership starts at just $5! Credit & debit cards/paypal are accepted at [https://www.macpto.com/donationfop](https://www.macpto.com/donationfop) or you can submit cash or check payable to MacArthur Elementary School PTO.
We thank you in advance for your support! <3 <3
Order your PTO Plush Mustang!
You can now order your very own plush Mustang at the following link:
(https://www.macpto.com/product-page/10-plush-mustang-with-tee-shirt)
PLEASE DO NOT ORDER FOR INCOMING KINDERGARTNERS, as we are looking into an option to make this a "welcome" gift for incoming kindergarten students. For other grades, no worries, we have plenty of surprises in the works for them, too!
Please be sure to include the first and last names and incoming grade level of each child you're ordering for in the "notes" section. If you're a teacher or staff member, just type "self." If you're planning to do e-learning, please note that too so we know to reach out to you so we can get you your mustang.
IF you don't have PayPal, I believe you can still just select "pay with PayPal" and then instead of using an account, just click "pay with debit or credit" and it will allow you to check out as a paypal guest without an account!
THANK YOU!
MacArthur Spiritwear Store
The MacArthur Spiritwear Store has been revamped and is ready for ordering! Order deadline is September 7th, and items should be ready by the beginning of October! There are some really awesome designs this year - be sure to check them out! I'm loving the tie-dye and the winter hats!
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School
Website: https://www.cps.k12.in.us/Page/3689
Location: 12900 Fairbanks Street, Cedar Lake, IN, USA
Phone: 219-662-3600