Manavon Elementary School News
Weekly Update from Mrs. Spear 5-12-22
Message from Mrs. Spear
Field day is still scheduled for tomorrow, May 13! We are so excited! The weather does seem to be a bit rainy for tomorrow. We will keep an eye on the weather and unless there is a drastic change in the forecast, we will continue with our field day plans as scheduled. Please dress your children for the weather including warmer clothes if needed and sunscreen if they need that too! For more information about our field day schedule, see that section below.
Congratulations to our music performers on a wonderful Spring Concert! Manavon students put on a wonderful show at the Middle School Auditorium last night! Thank you to our directors, Ms. Rue, Mrs. Moll, and Mr. Garcia as well as all of our parents who support their children's participate in our music program. We are so grateful and proud!
This Sunday is the Color Run to support Mrs. Trout! Registration is still open. We hope to see you there!
May continues to be very busy! Next week we have a lot going on too!
- Tuesday, May 17 there is no school for students. Teachers and staff will be engaged in professional learning that day.
- Our Manavon art show on May 19th in the evening. See more information below and we hope to see you there - it is going to be a super fun event!
- On Wednesday, May 18, our 5th graders will be headed over to the middle school for an introduction and a tour.
Check out the section on Upcoming Events below for a complete list of May events.
Warmly,
Robyn Spear
Principal
Manavon Elementary School
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Thank you for your continued attention to your child's health! If your child is experiencing symptoms, even mild symptoms, please keep them home and call our school nurse for guidance at 484-927-5366.
MHS Fundraiser - Moe's Popup Taco Kit
Manavon Families - We're almost at the Finish Line!!
Give yourselves the night off from cooking the last week of school AND support the Manavon Home and School
We will be offering a Moe's Popup Taco Kit.
Build-your-own Taco Kit Comes with 12 soft flour tortillas, your choice of 2 proteins,
shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, pico de gallo, southwest seasoned rice,
black beans, sour cream, and of course a bowl of Moe’s famous Queso. chips and salsa are included
The total cost will be $34.99 and a portion of the sales will be donated back to Manavon HSA
Look for an order form the week of May 16th
Pickup will be WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1ST (after school, in the Manavon Parking Lot, time TBD)
Manavon Art Show - May 19 from 5:30-7:30
- Come see your child's artwork on display.
- Read a book in our library!
- Register for a door prize.
- Learn more about community organizations.
- Enjoy a treat from the Kona Ice Truck!
Safety Drills
Yearbook
Yearbooks are now on sale!
Order forms went home with the youngest child in the family. Orders are due on Friday, May 27th. Yearbooks supplies are limited so make sure to order early. Attention 5th grade families: Please remember that the Home and School is purchasing a yearbook for your 5th grader so please only order one if you want an extra.
Attention 5th Grade Parents - End of Year Events for 5th Graders
- May 18 - Student visit and tour of Phoenixville Area Middle School - Student Only Event
- May 20 - Puberty Talk - Parents, please complete the consent form if you haven't already done so.
- May 27 - 4th and 5th Graders head to Reeves Park for the annual Patriotic Day Celebration. This is also a half day for students
- May 31st Field Trip to Paradise Farms (parents pick students up from Manavon parking lot at 8:30pm
- June 7 - 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony - Beginning at 9:30 at the Manavon Gymnasium. Click here to indicate that you plan to take your child home from school. Parents and families are invited to attend.
- June 9 - 5th Grade Celebration - Student Only Event
- June 10 - last day of school for everyone!
Previously Posted Information and District-Wide News
PAMS Course Selection for Incoming 6th Graders
Volunteers needed!
The Manavon Art Show is scheduled for May 19th. We need YOUR help to get ready for it.
Volunteers are needed in the daytime in the next weeks to hang artwork for the upcoming art show at Manavon. See link for available time slots.
MHS - Meeting June 6 at 7PM in the cafeteria - Officers Needed!
MES Field Day - It's Almost Here!
The day will be filled with some kickball games and traditional field day activities. This year, we are happy to bring back the high school volunteers to help lead those activities! We are so grateful to the high school varsity club for volunteering their time.
Thanks to Mr. Tornetta and Mrs. Greco for organizing a fun day for students. Parents are welcome to come watch the activities. Just like in previous years, parents should remain on the perimeter and should not engage with students while they are participating in the activities. Parents will not be permitted inside the school building. See the schedule below:
9:15 - 11:00 ** Times may change slightly**
- 4th and 5th graders will be on the grass field behind the turf field engaged in activities.
- 2nd and 3rd graders will be on the baseball field engaged in kickball games.
1:00- 2:45 ** Times may change slightly**
- 2nd and 3rd graders will be on the grass field behind the turf field engaged in activities.
- 4th and 5th graders will be on the baseball field engaged in kickball games
2:45 - 4th and 5th grade fun run will take place around the two fields.
Students should wear their field day t-shirt if they have one!
PASD Parent Survey
We are asking all PASD parents/guardians to take a short (approximately 6 minute) Parent Satisfaction Survey.
All answers are confidential.
Your responses will be used as we evaluate how well we are meeting your child’s needs, engaging our families, and communicating with you.
We thank you in advance for your participation.
2022 Parent Satisfaction Survey
Paper copies are available in each of our schools and the District Administration Building.
Lost and Found
Upcoming Events
MES Field Day - May 13
No School - In-service day for teachers - May 17
Manavon Art Show - May 19
Patriotic Day Celebration (grades 4 and 5) - May 27
Half day for students - May 27
No School - Memorial Day - May 30
5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony - June 7
5th Grade Celebration (students only) - June 9
Last day of School - June 10
Manavon Elementary School
Email: MESattendance@pasd.com
Website: www.pasd.com
Location: 2 Phantom Way, Phoenixville PA
Phone: 484-927-5350
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PASDmanavon