4/15/24 MES Hawk News
Montevideo Elementary Schools 4/15/24
MES Music Program
The Ramsey and Sanford crew rocked the house with an epic concert last Monday! Mr. Boyum and Ms. Vick totally nailed it with their top-notch selection and direction, keeping both the kids and the crowd on the edge of their seats!
Summer School
Teachers have submitted their referrals for summer school (targeted services). If you are a parent of a student who has been referred and confirmed their attendance, kindly complete this Google form by April 19th. After filling out the Google form, a paper registration form will be sent home with your child. It is essential that this form is completed, signed and returned by April 30th for your child to participate in summer school.
Summer school will be held at Sanford Elementary this year. The dates are Tuesday, June 4th through Friday, June 28. No school June 19 (Juneteenth). Grades 3-5 will be in the morning from 8-11, and K-2 will be in the afternoon from 12-3:00.
Sanford will host summer food services this year. Both breakfast and lunch are open to individuals aged 18 and under. Breakfast is served from 7:30 to 9:00 am, while lunch is available from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Kindergarten Pre-Registration
Ramsey Elementary School will be hosting Kindergarten Pre-Registration on Monday April 15th from 4:30-6:30pm. If you have a student that will be 5 years old by September 1st, 2024 please join us.
The information that is collected at Pre-Registration will assist us in placing your student in the best possible class for them.
Events:
Bus Rides offered every 30 minutes until 6 P.M.
Obstacle Course in the Gym
Complete Pre-Registration From
Tour of the Kindergarten Classroom
Meet Kindergarten Teachers
Meal will be Served (for planning purposes we ask that you do not bring siblings)
Remember to Mark Your Calendars
If you have a 3rd or 4th grader at Sanford, Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA) testing and schedule any appointments around the following times.
MCA Testing for Grades 3-4 will be held:
April 16th and 17th - Reading
April 23rd and 24th - Math
LET'S DO A HYDRATION CHALLENGE!!!!!!!
This week in phy-ed, Sanford students will focus on learning about hydration and engaging in a hydration challenge.
Friday, April 19th
How do you calculate how much water to drink?
Divide your body weight in half, then aim to drink that many ounces of water per day. For example, a person who weighs 150 pounds would have a goal to drink 75 ounces.
Hawk Pride
Each week, we start out the week with Mission Monday. This mission becomes a focus for the week. You can help at home by discussing this mission with your child.
This week's STUDENT MISSION:
HAWK PRIDE - Act Responsibly
Teach a family member the school song this week.
Ramsey Hawks of the Week
Sanford Hawks of the Week
Sanford Hawks of the Week
Become a Willmar Stinger Player for a Day Monday, July 15th at 7:05 PM
- Winner will be announced at an official press conference, and will sign a one day contract.
- Winner receives their very own baseball card, which will be featured in a trading card pack offered to fans.
- Winners get to participate in a practice and throw the first pitch of the game
- Winner will also get to sit with the team for part of the game as well as participate in on field activities during the game.
Email your registration form to marc@willmarstingers.com
Mail to Willmar Stingers PO Box 201 Willmar, MN 56201
Kids Heart Challenge™ is HERE
Elementary Families,
Wow! Our Kids Heart Challenge will be wrapping up on April 8, 2024, and we are so proud of the involvement so far! A special thank you to the students who have registered and completed Finn’s Mission. For those who have not yet, we would love for you to join.
All you have to do is:
Download the AHA Schools APP and Register.
(click on the preferred play store below)
Click “Send a Message” and TEXT 10 Friends and Family asking for support.
Be a Heart Hero and Complete Finn’s Mission and learn TWO lifesaving skills as a family TONIGHT!
or REGISTER HERE and Click “Sign Up”
We are so close….
- Registered 106 we are so close to our goal of 125!
DON’T FORGET!
School Goal: 125 Students Register and 50 Students Complete Finn’s Mission
Classroom Challenge Incentive: Help your classroom teacher earn $50 in Amazon rewards when you Register and Complete Finn’s Mission.
Complete Finn's Mission: Receive “Finn’s Lifesaver Award”
NFL Bonus: The American Heart Association is excited to extend our work with the NFL to support improving health outcomes at home and beyond through the Hands-Only CPR education. Students that complete the Finn’s Mission learning module will earn an entry for Two tickets to Super Bowl LIX in 2025 and your school will be entered to receive a $10,000 fitness equipment makeover for every 18 completed Finn’s Mission.
Thank you for making a difference and supporting the mission of the American Heart Association. Together, we are saving lives! Just a quick reminder that all donations are due April 8, 2024!
Heartfelt thanks,
MES is seeking compassionate, patient, and supportive individuals to nurture students' independence and foster a passion for learning. If you fit this mold, fill out an application online or stop into any school office for a paper application for non-licensed positions.
Ramsey Fun Committee
4/19 comfy clothes day
4/25 Picnic Day (eat outside)
4/29 Superhero Day- wear your favorite superhero shirts or outfits (no costumes)
Sanford Fun Committee
4/19- PJ/Comfy Day
4/29- Superhero Day- Wear your favorite superhero shirts or outfits (no costumes)
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Community Education and Recreation
January- May 2024 Community Ed Brochure
Check out Jan-May Comm Ed Brochure to view the newest Community Ed News!
April Breakfast Menu
April Lunch Menu
MES New & Returning Staff
Here we will introduce new and returning staff and their favorite advice!
Community Education has some wonderful after school activities available for elementary school students this Fall.
Register here or call 320-269-5026
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Quick Contacts
Here are the MES office contacts at your fingertips. Please don't hesitate to reach out if we can help in anyway.
Ramsey Office
Sanford Office
MES Nurse
Ramsey Social Worker
Sanford Social Worker
MES Dean of Students
320-269-6538, ext. 3263