Muskego Lakes Family Newsletter
January 31, 2020
Important Dates Ahead
1/31 - Online Registration Due for Muskego High School (Attention 8th Graders)
2/7 - MHS Summer School Registration Begins (Attention 8th Graders)
2/13 - 8th Grade Celebration Planning Meeting 7:00pm - ML Library
2/14 - MHS Summer School Registration Closes (Attention 8th Graders)
2/27 - Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences 4:00pm - 8:00pm
2/28 - Professional Development Day - No students in attendance
3/23 - 3/27 - Spring Break - - No students in attendance
Deep Dive into the Survey Results
Dear Muskego Lakes Families,
This week we want to share the areas of growth that contributed to the increase in our overall Parent Satisfaction score. We previously shared that our overall score improved from 4.25 to 4.33 (on a 5 point scale). Listed below are the specific categories of growth for Muskego Lakes. The first number reflects our score last year and the second score is the one we received this year.
- My child’s learning is a high priority at this school. (4.37 to 4.40)
- School rules/discipline plans are enforced consistently at this school. (4.01 to 4.08)
- My family is treated with respect at this school. (4.44 to 4.49)
- My child has every opportunity to be successful at this school. (4.25 to 4.39)
- My child has the necessary classroom supplies and equipment for effective learning. (4.41 to 4.51)
- I would recommend this school to other parents. (4.44 to 4.53)
- This school provides a safe environment for my child to learn. (4.32 to 4.46)
- My child is recognized for good work and behavior at this school. (4.28 to 4.32)
- The teachers, staff, and administration at this school demonstrate a genuine concern for my child. (4.32 to 4.36)
- I am proud to say I have a child at this school. (4.47 to 4.50)
- I receive positive messages about my child from school via phone calls, Infinite Campus, emails or notes. (4.02 to 4.14)
- The principal at this school is approachable and reachable. (4.07 to 4.21)
- The principal at this school is an effective leader. (4.07 to 4.14)
- The Superintendent is an effective leader. (4.01 to 4.17)
- The Superintendent makes decisions that are in the best interest of children and parents of the district. (4.02 to 4.16)
With Gratitude,
Ms. Rydzewski & Mr. Krupar
Muskego Lakes Principals
Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences
Families' Guide to Facebook
PTO Open Positions
The Muskego Lakes PTO will be electing a new president and secretary for upcoming 2020-2021 school year. Please consider joining this growing group of parents seeking ways to support the great work happening at Muskego Lakes. Below are descriptions of the roles:
The duties of the President shall be:
- Call and preside over all PTO meetings and coordinate their activities
- Create an agenda for each PTO meeting with other officer’s input when necessary
- Maintain open and consistent communication with the school Principal
The duties of the Secretary shall be:
- Type and present for membership approval the past minutes at each PTO meeting
- Record current minutes
- Provide information for publication in the PTO newsletter/website/social media
- Maintain all documents belonging to the organization
If you are interested in one of the positions please contact Jaci Geiger at muskegolakespto@gmail.com.
8th Grade Celebration Committee Meeting
Open Gym at Muskego Lakes
MHS Musical - Beauty and the Beast
This year Muskego High School students will be performing BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. New this year, the musical will be held two weekends along with two matinee performances. Performances are on February 21, 22, and 28 at 7 p.m. and February 23 and 29 at 2 p.m. in the MHS PAC. All seats are reserved and tickets are non-refundable.
Ticket prices:
Floor Section: $12 adults; $10 seniors age 60 and above; $10 child under 18
Upper Section: $10 adults; $8 seniors age 60 and above; $8 child under 18
Tickets can be purchased online at www.mhspac.com or in the Activities Office at the high school. In addition, tickets the day of the show will be $2.00 extra per ticket. It is strongly encouraged to purchase your tickets sooner rather than later for optimal seating preference.
PTO Updates
Next PTO Meeting
- Join us at the next PTO meeting on Tuesday, Feb 18 at 6:30pm in the library.
Volunteers Needed
- Do you have some spare time to help make copies, laminate, etc? The staff greatly appreciates the help of volunteers like you! Sign up HERE for dates/times that work into your busy schedule.
- Do you have some spare time to volunteer at the Muskego Lakes PBIS store? The store is open every other Friday during lunch. Students visit the store to redeem red tickets they earned for positive behavior around school. Sign up HERE for dates/times that would fit into your schedule!
- We have a fabulous staff here at Muskego Lakes and PTO has a tradition of providing weekly Midweek Munchies to say thank you for being so amazing and leading our kids to be the best versions of themselves. Click here to sign up to bring in treats for staff.
Community Events
Reporting a Concern
Important Dates Ahead
Important dates for the coming weeks and months are all located on the Muskego Lakes website.
https://www.muskegonorway.org/schools/muskegolakes/
The calendar and events are found on the main page. Look under "Upcoming Events".
Muskego Lakes Middle School
Website: https://www.muskegonorway.org/schools/muskegolakes/
Location: W124 S8009 North Cape Rd.
Phone: 262-971-1860
Twitter: @MLMSmuskies