Mustang Tales
August 17, 2022 Vol 3. Issue 39
Message from Principal Masone
Dear Families:
I am beyond thrilled to welcome you to the 2022-2023 school year at MSES. We have an amazing year ahead of us.
Tomorrow, Thursday is Back to School/Meet Your Teacher, August 18, 3-5pm. Visit your child's classroom from 3-4pm. This is a time to drop off materials, find your child's desk and cubby and meet your child's teacher. You will have plenty of time to visit more than one classroom and our exploratory classrooms: Spanish, Music, Physical Education, Art and TEAMS. Join us and our staff for our outdoor, 100 year celebration with live music together with our community partners. You can sign up for after school childcare with Champion's Childcare. You can also sign up for Connect 14 classes, learn more about Kidpower, Girl Scouts and more.
The first day of school for grades 1-5 is August 19th! Kindergartners have a staggered, "gentle" start, and the first full day of school for kindergarten only is August 24th. Preschool begins on August 31st with a preschool open house on August 29th.
Morning drop off begins at 7:45am and our school day ends at 2:50pm. If you need after school childcare, please see the Champions flyer below.
Morning drop off can get congested. If you would like to park your vehicle and bring your child into the school building, you have two options. You can park across the street in the Congregational Church parking lot from 7:30-8:05am. You may also park at the Wichita Lot from 7:30am-8:05am and/or drop off your child at the Wichita (parking)Lot at the corner of Manitou Avenue and Pawnee Ave. Beginning Friday, you can drop off your student prior to 7:45 am at the Wichita Lot and parent volunteers will walk your child to school. This avoids the congestion in front of the school.
Important dates:
- Meet Your Teacher, August 18
- Grades 1-5 begin, August 19
- Kindergarten begins, August 24
- Preschool Open House August 29
- Preschool begins, August 31
You should have received the name of your child's teacher. If you have not, pleases contact the front office at 719-685-2195.
On behalf of the talented staff at Manitou Springs Elementary School and Manitou Springs School District, we are excited to serve you and your child. This school year you will see some new faces, a lot of familiar faces, a new math curriculum, Eureka Squared, and a dedicated team of professionals ready to grow with you.
Warmly,
Maria
Meet Your Teacher
Important Dates
- August 18 - Meet Your Teacher, 3-5pm, 100 Year Celebration
- August 19 - First Day of School for grades 1-5!
- August 24 - First Day of School for Kindergarten
- August 29 - Preschool Open House
- August 31 - Preschool begins
Wichita Parking lot option
Late Start Wednesdays
This upcoming school year we will offer childcare support on Late Start Wednesdays for families in need. Due to limited resources and staff, this will be available only to those that cannot find alternative childcare options. If you require childcare on Late Start Wednesdays, please complete this form as childcare does require administrative approval.
Late Start Wednesdays:
August 31
September 14
September 21
September 28
October 5
October 26
November 2
November 9
November 16
December 7
School Calendar 2022-2023
MSES Preschool Info:
The Manitou Springs Preschool Program is now accepting applications for children residing in Manitou Springs between the ages of 3-5 years old. Our program's foundation is built on relationships and social emotional development through play. We are an inclusive program that serves all students and have tuition-free options. You can apply on the district website.
Strong relationships build healthy brains ready for deep learning.
Champions After School Care
Parent Action Committee- Get Involved
If you are looking for a way to get involved, meet other MSES parents, and help support our school please check out the invitation to serve on PAC below!
You can also make a financial donation here:
https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZJJYF1YWH0RCDT_ZZQ4CI0EBK1PLA2
Manitou Springs Elementary School
Maria Masone, Principal
Jennifer Sueppel, Assistant Principal
Email: mmasone@mssd14.org
Website: mse.mssd14.org
Location: 110 Pawnee Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO, USA
Phone: 719-685-2195
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Manitou-Springs-Elementary-212896538758987/