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What's happening at Machetanz?
November 2: Parent Teacher Conferences via zoom- no school
November 3: Parent teacher conferences and PD for teachers- no school
November 11: Veteran's Day- No school for students- PD day for staff
YELLOW status: What does it mean for students?
We utilize hallways one class at a time, minimizing the amount of people in the same space at any given time.
We know that masks are not mandated by the school district for kindergarten through 2nd grade students. However, we would like to be in school for as long as possible and for our staff to be as safe was possible while we are in school. We have staff members that are in the high risk category and we would appreciate it if all students would wear a mask while at school. We appreciate your support.
Helping your child stay on track when absent from school
Students need to wear Appropriate gear for the weather
We have seen our first snowfall and this is our reminder that the temperatures are going to soon require students to have snow pants, boots, hats and gloves in addition to their jackets. Students go out in rain, snow, or sunshine and we go outside in temperatures up to 10 degrees below zero. Please make sure your students are ready!
The mask breaks students can take outside are important so please help make sure your students have all the appropriate gear.
Did you miss picture day or picture retake day?
Lifetouch has one day set up one day for a final opportunity to get a photo. However, it’s in Anchorage.
November 13, 2020
You need to call Lifetouch at (907) 333-2772 then use extension 3.
Appointment only time spots.
Time spots are limited to 10 minutes.
Square 1 Art
If you did NOT receive an email regarding your student’s Square 1 Art, please do the following:
Hover on the Shop Tab @ top of page
Click on Art Search
Select Alaska
Search for Machetanz Elementary
Type in your student's first and last name
Search
Art will show up at the bottom of that same page (current year art should be the first image)
Highlight and copy the access code number
Go to the top of that page and click on the My Art tab
Paste the access code you copied into the Enter Art AccessCode spot
Click the Add button
Click Start Shopping
Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
This fundraiser end November 11 and all orders are online only. You can still save on shipping for local orders by selecting ship to the school option.
If you would rather make a donation to the school rather than participate in the fundraiser that is appreciated as well.
You child brought home their fundraising packet recently. If you need a new one let us know.
https://www.charlestonwrap.com/
Thanks for your continued support!
MZE mitigation plans
Our plans have not changed however, due to COVD fatigue there has been some complacency in following the plans. This is completely normal however we have been renewing our efforts to follow the plans. This included mask wearing reminders. All students 3-5th grade and all staff must wear a mask throughout the day. If physical distancing can occur then students may take a mask break. This includes recess. Many students are socializing in groups during recess and not physically distancing and our recess monitors are providing a lot of gentle reminders for students to wear their mask.
Masks need to cover the nose and mouth to be effective.
Again, these plans are not new, however we are providing more reminders now than we have especially as cases rise.
Students in kindergarten through 2nd grade are not required to wear a mask but are highly encouraged to wear one. We appreciate your support with this,. WE truly want to remain in school and avoid remote learning for as long as possible.
You can find all COVID related information including school closures around the district here:https://www.matsuk12.us/coronavirus
The borough COVID cases are rising and we are now at high risk level as a borough. It will become harder to keep schools open as cases increase and we need your help.
Has you child displayed any COVID related symptoms?
Is your child considered a close contact to someone that has COVID?
Machetanz Elementary Facebook
Email: mze@matsuk12.us
Website: www.matsuk12.us/mze
Location: 4961 E Nelson Rd, Wasilla, AK, United States
Phone: 907-864-2300
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/machetanzelementary/