Upcoming Events Feb. 9 Father-Daughter Dance Feb. 10 MV Optimist Tri-Star Basketball Contest Feb. 12-16 Candy Gram Week Feb. 19 No School - Presidents Day Feb. 23 PTO Family Movie Night - Despicable Me 3 Feb. 26 Fight Like Ty Blood Drive! ISTEP+ and IRead-3 Testing Approaching The ISTEP+ and IRead-3 tests are coming up soon for our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students. Testing for ISTEP+ will begin the week of Feb. 26 with the IRead-3 test for 3rd grade students taking place the following week on Tuesday, March 6. Our students have been working hard all year long, so we are excited to see them show off their smarts on the tests! Fight Like Ty Blood Drive A blood drive has been organized in honor of Tyler Ralstin. The drive will take place on Feb. 26 from 2:00 pm -7:00 pm in the MCE Cafeteria. Additional information will be coming home in fliers within the next few weeks. If you would like to go ahead and schedule your donation, you can visit https://www.donorpoint.org to create an appointment online. We will also have sign up sheets here at school, or you can just show up the day of the drive if you prefer! Let s all raise our sleeves and #FightLikeTy!!! Feb. 26-Mar. 9 ISTEP+ Part I Testing Window & IREAD 3 Mar. 12-23 Spring Break
MCE PTO Upcoming Events! Feb. 9 Father/Daughter Dance tonight 7-8:30pm @ MCE For moms with a free night during the dance go shop at Francis and Fern Boutique 6-8pm. 15% goes back to MCE. If you cant make it in person, Use code MTCOMFORTPTO to shop online for same rewards. https://francisandfernboutique.com/collections/new-arrivals Feb. 2-14 Candy Gram Send that special someone a note and sweet treat at school. PTO is selling Airhead candies (Big 8 Foodsafe Item) for staff, students, siblings, ect. You can even treat a whole class! Forms went home and can be found on Facebook or in this newsletter. Send $1 per gram and we will fill out the note for you. Or come see us on Tuesday 2/13 to purchase in person during lunch hours (10:20-12:30) at our Candy Gram Booth. All Candy Grams will be distributed on Wed. 2/14 Feb. 23 Family Movie Night 6:30pm at MCE Cafeteria Despicable Me 3 Refreshments provided for $1 Mar. 2 (tentatively) Mom and Son Silly Safari Ladies & Lil'gents can spend some quality time together experiencing a selection of live animals in person at this safari. We will host this at MCE, look for exact details in the near future.
Mt. Vernon Optimist Tri-Star Basketball Contest The Mt. Vernon Optimist Club will hold their annual Tri-Star Basketball Contest this Saturday, Feb. 10, 2018, from 9 am - 12 pm at Fortville Elementary School for boys and girls ages 8 through 13 (as of March 15). The contest consists of 3 events, Dribble, Pass, and Shoot, and the 3 best scores in each age bracket for both boys and girls will receive a trophy. The winners in each bracket will advance to a regional event at New Castle in March. If you have any questions, please contact Butch Milender at 317-418-5554. What: MV Optimist Tri-Star Basketball Contest Where: Fortville Elementary When: Saturday, Feb. 10, 9 am-12 pm Who: Boys and girls ages 8-13 Lunch Account Status Please make sure that you take a moment to check your child s lunch account balances as there are several accounts where a balance is due. This can be accessed by logging into the student s lunch account on Skyward. If you are unsure of how to log in, please contact the main office. Indiana Pacers STEM Fest 2018 Click on the image above for more detailed information!
CoGAT High Ability Assessment Our district requires additional information on the academic needs and performance of individual children in order to ensure that the school corporation is providing instruction at the appropriate level for each child. Depending on the information needed, your child may be administered a screener for the CoGAT High abilities assessment. This screener is a short 30 minute test and will be given during the next two weeks. If you have questions regarding the testing, please contact: Lauren.bailey@mvcsc.k12.in.us Thank you! MVCSC High Ability Identification Team Kroger Rewards Do you shop at Kroger? If so, please enroll your Kroger rewards card to support the Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation International program. Kroger will donate a portion of your spending to MVCSC. In three simple steps you can help support the International program. 1. Login into your Kroger rewards account at https://www.kroger.com/ 2. Click on "my account" 3. Enter MVCSC code 25566 in community rewards field
Support STEM Projects at MCE! As we continue to expand STEM opportunities for our students, we could use your help gathering materials for these awesome learning experiences. Mrs. Lovell, our STEM teacher, is looking for donations including some of the following items: Pipe cleaners Tape (masking or clear) Empty toilet paper rolls Legos Foil Newspaper Index cards Paper plates Craft feathers Craft sticks These items can be dropped off to Mrs. Lovell in the office. Please contact Mrs. Lovell if you have any questions. amy.lovell@mvcsc.k12.in.us Hancock County Public Library Events The Hancock County Public Library will be offering a number of kids events throughout February. Click here to see what sorts of fun your kids can enjoy this month!!!
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$1.oo Candy Grams On Sale! Students: Send a note & Candy to your friends, MCE Staff, or even your brother/sister! Send to your whole class! Parents can even treat their student(s) by sending in the separate form! Candy-Gram pre-orders February 8-12 th. (Thur, Fri, Mon) Also look for the Candy-Gram booth during lunch Tues, Feb. 13 th to buy in person! (ALL orders due no later than February 13 th ) ALL Candy-Grams will be delivered February 14 th (Airheads meet the Big 8 Safe-foods list * eggs, dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, soy, and wheat) Student Name : Candy-Grams Ordered: x $1.00 Teacher Name : Total Amount Enclosed: Recipient s Name(s) & Teacher(s): From: CHECKS MADE PAYABLE TO: MCE PTO **Please return in envelope or baggie**
Healthy Teeth Team FEBRUARY IS CHILDREN S DENTAL HEALTH MONTH! One lucky winner per age group (3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-12) will receive a prize and have their entry displayed in the Daily Reporter on Saturday, February 17th, 2017. ENTRY FORM & RULES: Contest is open to children ages 12 & under. You may use crayons, colored pencils or markers. Adults may assist with completing entry form but not in the coloring. Limited one entry per child. Entries will not be returned; submissions are considered property of this newspaper and may be printed by this newspaper. Mail or drop off at The Daily Reporter, Children s Dental Coloring Contest, 22 W. New Rd Greenfield, IN 46140 Name: Age: Phone Number: DR-32012522 Complete Address: All entries must be received by Wednesday, Feb. 7 at 5 pm ***Decision of the judges is final
3 14 year old boys and girls Mt. Vernon Optimist baseball and softball program Registration is now through March 3, 2018 Late registration is March 4, 2018 through March 10, 2018 Practices start the week of April 2, 2018 Register online at www.mvoptimist.com Practices/games at Fortville Memorial Park and Mt. Comfort Elementary Fields Registration is $90 Late registration is $105 For over a century, Optimist International has changed many lives for the better. Today, we continue to Bring Out the Best in Youth, Our Members, and Our Communities. Optimists leave a legacy of caring, sharing, leadership and love. Optimist communities in the United States, Canada, and the nations of the Caribbean, run a range of programs and activities that help our young people succeed. From our oratorical and essay contests to our respect for law and youth appreciation programs, Optimists respond to the needs of their local and global communities.
3 14 year old boys and girls Mt. Vernon Optimist soccer program Registration is now through February 24, 2018 Late registration is February 25, 2018 through March 3, 2018 Practices start the week of March 26, 2018 Register online at www.mvoptimist.com Practices/games at Mt. Vernon School Campus Registration is $90 Late registration is $105 For over a century, Optimist International has changed many lives for the better. Today, we continue to Bring Out the Best in Youth, Our Members, and Our Communities. Optimists leave a legacy of caring, sharing, leadership and love. Optimist communities in the United States, Canada, and the nations of the Caribbean, run a range of programs and activities that help our young people succeed. From our oratorical and essay contests to our respect for law and youth appreciation programs, Optimists respond to the needs of their local and global communities.
Saturday, February 24th 9:00am 12:00pm Check in 8:45am Location: Mt. Vernon Performance Enhancement Center (located across the street from the middle school) Participants: Students Kdg-8th Grade Cost: $25.00 (Checks payable to MVHS) Equipment: Participants will need helmet, bat, and glove. Registration Deadline: February 16th, 2018 Forms and money can be turned into the main office at your student's school. Forms and money received after Feb. 16th may not receive a t-shirt on the day of the clinic. Contact Information: Veronica.Kirby@mvcsc.k12.in.us Follow MV Softball on Twitter @softball_mv Cut Here- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Student Name: Grade: School: Emergency Contact: Emergency Phone: Parent/Guardian Email: T-Shirt Size: Youth Small Youth Medium Youth Large Adult Small Adult Medium Adult Large (6/8) (10/12) (14/16) Extra T-shirts available for $10 indicate size I give permission to attend and participate in the MVHS Softball Clinic. I understand that MVCSC as well as the camp staff are not responsible for an injuries sustained during the clinic. Parent / Guardian Signature Date
SECURE YOUR SPOT TODAY & SAVE $25! Register at campinvention.org or 800.968.4332. Use promo code Ideas25. Offer expires March 23rd. Your local Camp Invention site information: Price $225 (before discount) For children entering grades K 6 Fortville Elementary School 8414 N. 200 W., Fortville, IN 46040 June 11-15, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Directed by Jessica Daugherty jessica.daugherty@mvcsc.k12.in.us (317) 485-3180 If these dates/times don t work for you, please visit campinvention.org for other locations near you.
Elementary School Breakfast Menu Breakfast is served in the school cafeteria everyday. Student Breakfast cost $1.65 or $0.30 reduced. HOT BREAKFAST MENU Includes hot entrée, assorted fresh fruit and/or 100% fruit juice, and milk. Students must take a fruit and/or fruit juice to qualify for the meal price. (Students may deny ) MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY TRIPLE BERRY BLAST MINI FRENCH TOAST MINI PANCAKE SAUSAGE WRAPS OATMEAL CHOCOLATE CHIP BAR SAUSAGE BISCUIT SANDWICH MINI WHOLE GRAIN DONUT COLD BREAKFAST MENU Breakfast Cereal Kit (Includes Whole Grain Cereal, Whole Grain Snack, and 100% Fruit Juice) Fresh Fruit and/or 100% Fruit Juice Low-fat Must have 3-5 items on tray (Breakfast kit= 3 items), with one being a fruit and/or juice to qualify for the meal pricing. Breakfast is served in all buildings on 2-hour delays menus may be altered to accommodate. BENEFITS OF BREAKFAST Children who eat breakfast are more likely to behave better in school. Breakfast improves attention, problem-solving tasks, and memory. Eating breakfast can help improve math, reading, and standardized test scores. Studies have shown that children who eat breakfast regularly are less likely to be overweight. THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER
Elementary Lunch Menu Chicken Sticks w/ Dipping Sauce Mashed Potatoes Nacho Tacos w/ Doritos, Tomatoes, Lettuce & Cheese Black Beans French Toast Sticks w/ Syrup & Sausage Patty Hash Browns Beef Teriyaki Dippers w/ Dinner Roll Mashed Potatoes Soft Pretzel & Cheese Sauce Steamed Broccoli Cheesy Bosco Sticks Marinara Sauce Personal Pan Pepperoni Pizza Ranch Cut Fries News Build-a-Meal Choose 3-5 of the following meal components*: 1. Whole Grain 2. Meat/ Meat Alternative 3. Vegetable Mini Corn Dogs w/ Dipping Sauce Broccoli & Cheese Popcorn Chicken Bowl w/ Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, and Corn Happy Valentine s Day! Cupid s Grilled Cheese w/ Heartthrob Tomato Soup Valentine Veggies Sweetheart Fruit Cup Moonstruck Strawberry Swirl Sundae Hamburger on Bun Baked Beans Chinese New Year Amazin Asian Rice Bowl w/ Pollock Bites, Brown Rice, Sweet Sauce & Stir-Fry Vegetable Blend 4. Fruit 5. *Meals MUST include at least 1 fruit or vegetable to qualify for meal pricing President s Day No School Crispy Chicken Drumstick w/ Dinner Roll Steamed Green Beans Italian Beef Pepperoni Calzone Mixed Green Salad Soft Taco w/ Lettuce & Cheese Cup Refried Beans Sweet Tangerine Chicken w/ Brown Rice & Veggie Egg Roll Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce Garlic Toast Steamed Broccoli Chicken Patty Sandwich Green Peas Mar 1 Mar 2 BBQ Chicken Flatbread Sweet Potato Fries Deep Dish Cheese Pizza Sweet Potato Fries Cheesy Bosco Sticks Marinara Sauce Green Peas Offered Daily: Chef Salads Grab & Go NEW: Peanut-free WOWButter & Jelly Sandwiches Menu Subject to Change THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER