STEM Assembly
We’re thrilled to bring in Engineering Wonder, an interactive STEM-focused assembly for students, on January 26th. If you’re looking for fun STEM projects for your student, shop the Engineering Wonder store and get 15% off your order with our special code, MARL26. See the flyer below for a link to shop.
http://store.engineeringwonder.show
Last Call: Wolf Pack Tickets!
Get ready to rewind the clock! Our annual family night at the Hartford Wolf Pack game is back, and this year it’s a rad 80s Night! The Wolf Pack takes on the Bridgeport Islanders on Friday, January 30th at 7:00 PM at the PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford. This night is a special 80s Night, often featuring arcade games and $2 drafts/$2 hot dogs! This is a fantastic opportunity for a fun-filled family outing and makes a perfect, unique experience gift for the holidays! Chorus students look out for more info to be shared soon on singing God Bless America before the game. To secure your spot for this event, tickets must be purchased Hope to see you there!
Celebrate the 100th Day Contest:
To honor our 100th day of learning, the PTO invites students to submit proposals for a school enhancement with a $100 budget. Whether it’s new recess gear, library resources, or other fun school/ classroom ideas, we want to hear your ideas! Check out the flyer in the Thursday folder for more information and the form to submit!
Phoenix Martial Arts:
Register now for the MES PTO Karate After School Fundraiser with Phoenix Martial Arts! For just $20, students can enjoy a series of classes while 100% of the proceeds are donated back to our school.
Class Schedule:
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Grades K-2: Tuesdays (Jan 27, Feb 3, Feb 10) | 3:15–4:00 PM
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Grades 3-6: Thursdays (Jan 29, Feb 5, Feb 12) | 3:15–4:00 PM
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Location: Community Room (Graduation Feb 21 at the Studio)
Help your child build focus, confidence, and fitness while supporting our MES community.
Register Today:
Author Visit: Susan Hood Book Sale
On February 26, 2026 children’s author Susan Hood will be visiting our K-6 grade students. Before launching a full-time writing career, Susan was the Children’s Content Director of Nick Jr. Magazine, where she edited original stories by the winners of the Caldecott Medal, the Coretta Scott King Book Award and the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award. Before that, Susan was a children’s book editor at Sesame Workshop, and a children’s magazine editor at Scholastic and Instructor Magazine for early childhood educators.
BOOK SALES WILL RUN THROUGH JANUARY 29, 2026. AFTER THIS DATE THE SALE WILL BE CLOSED AND NO LATE ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
PLEASE USE CODE VIP10 WHEN CHECKING OUT TO RECEIVE 10% OFF YOUR ENTIRE ORDER.
Susan Hood Book Order
Upcoming Dates:
1/26 - STEM Assembly (in school student assembly)
1/27 - K - 2 Martial Arts Class 3:15 - 4:00
1/29 - 3 - 6 Martial Arts Class 3:15 - 4:00
1/29 - Susan Hood Author Visit Book Order Deadline
1/30 - Wolf Pack 80s Night Game
2/3 - February PTO Meeting at 6:30 pm MES Library
2/3 - K - 2 Martial Arts Class 3:15 - 4:00
2/5 - 3 - 6 Martial Arts Class 3:15 - 4:00
2/10 - K - 2 Martial Arts Class 3:15 - 4:00
2/12 - 3 - 6 Martial Arts Class 3:15 - 4:00
