Reminder: There will be no school March 30 - April 6 for Spring Break. We will see everyone back on April 7th!
4 days ago, Messacar Amy
spring break
1D students wrapped up our space unit by using our out of this world math skills to earn their astronaut certification!
5 days ago, Heather King
1D astronauts

SAVE THE DATE for the Spring Book Fair April 22nd - May 1st!! This book fair will be a BOGO book fair to make sure our students are getting books in their hands before summer! Here is a sneak peak of the elementary books that will be available.

6 days ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
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🎳 Monday, March 30th we are 'Striking' Up some Spring Break FUN at Washington Plaza Lanes 90's style!

⚫️$5 entry fee per person (max $20 family) includes bowling and laser tag (CASH ONLY)
🟣Food/drinks and arcade for purchase
🟡Encourage K-4 to come 6-7PM and 5-8 to come 7-8PM (suggestion only)
🔵You MUST sign up for a lane. (Max 6 per lane, 45 min game) Sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849A4AA2DA7F5C16-63009042-bowling#/
🟢All students must be chaperoned by an adult

7 days ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
Bowling
🥁🥁🥁 The WINNERS of the Foundation Raffle are...............
A foundation member will be in touch about claiming your prize.

THANK YOU to every single person who purchased a raffle ticket. Over $5,000 in tickets were purchased!
8 days ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
Winners
Registration for Illinois Summer Youth Music (ISYM) 
at the University of Illinois School of Music 
is now open!

For 77 years, ISYM has been bringing students together to make music, build friendships, and explore new opportunities on the campus of the University of Illinois. Hundreds of junior high school and high school students attend each summer for intense music-making and fun. Whether a beginner or an aspiring professional, there is a program to challenge and nurture every student’s interest and talent.

https://music.illinois.edu/engagement/isym/junior-band/
8 days ago, Dawn Trotter
ISYM
MYSA Tee-Ball, Baseball and Softball Registration Open

https://mysasports.org/registration/

Registration closes on March 31st
Tee-Ball – Practices begin at the end of April.

Baseball & Softball – Evaluations will be held in early April with practices beginning later in April.

COACHES NEEDED – Please sign up to assist our future athletes as a head coach or an assistant coach. Head coaches are eligible to have up to $100 of their player’s registration fee waived.

SOFTBALL DIRECTOR NEEDED – The softball season is in jeopardy if the softball director position is not filled. Please email president@mysasports.org to volunteer or for more information.
11 days ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
Kindergarten Registration for the 26-27 school year is NOW OPEN! You can click on the QR code or log on to our website (mgsredbirds.org) for the paperwork. Please drop off any paperwork M-F from 9AM-2PM. You will need to have their birth certificate & proof of residency. Please turn in soon as we are scheduling for Kindergarten screenings (May 18 & May 19th).
12 days ago, Messacar Amy
registration
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Current 7th grade Families.....Save the date! There will be an informational meeting next Wednesday 3/25 about the Washington D.C. trip. Please see flyer for meeting details!
13 days ago, Ms. Abney
DC 2026 Info Mtg

🎳SAVE THE DATE: Monday, March 30th MGS PTO is 'Striking' Up some Spring Break FUN at Washington Plaza Lanes 90's style!

-$5 entry fee per person (max $20 family) includes bowling and laser tag (CASH ONLY)
-Food/drinks and arcade for purchase
-Encourage K-4 to come 6-7PM and 5-8 to come 7-8PM
-You MUST sign up for a lane. (Max 6 per lane, 45 min game) Sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849A4AA2DA7F5C16-63009042-bowling#/
-All students must be chaperoned by an adult

13 days ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
Bowling
2 more days for MGS Foundation silent auction! Variety of items include experiences like: Ride to School in a Cop Car, on a Firetruck, Lunch at DQ with Mr. Damery, Duct tape Mr. Dirks at an assembly and MUCH MORE! Check it out: https://givebutter.com/c/MGS2026/auction
13 days ago, Dr. Lee
🔔 Here is your friendly reminder to upload your receipts to your BoxTop app from the last 14 days!
If you have not already joined, download the app today and start earning for MGS. *Referral Code: X72U6NB8
No matter if you shop online or in-store you can submit receipts. Wal-Mart shoppers can connect their Wal-Mart account to Box Tops and points are automatically applied!
14 days ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
Box tops reminder
If your student is signed up for Track, please make sure you sign up for the Remind app to get up to date information.

The class name is MGS Track and Field 2026
code is mgstrack26
15 days ago, Messacar Amy
MGS Foundation’s silent auction website is now live. Bidding will end Friday, March 20 at 9 PM. http://www.givebutter.com/c/mgs2026/auction
15 days ago, Dr. Lee
Easter Egg hunt on March 28th at the Spring Bay Legion. See flyer for more information.
15 days ago, Messacar Amy
Easter
Buses are going very slow and will likely be running behind schedule. Bus 10 will be 30 minutes behind schedule.
15 days ago, Dr. Lee
DON'T FORGET! Miles of Smiles is coming to MGS April 30th! If you would like to get your child signed up for a dental exam at school or have any questions regarding your child's medical forms please contact the nurse's office.
17 days ago, Ashley Kline
Miles of Smiles
Last week first graders celebrated Read Across America week with some special guest readers! Thank you Mrs. Lorenzatti, Mr. Dirks, Officer Stone, and Mr. Damery for sharing the love of reading with us!
17 days ago, Heather King
Thank you Mrs. Lorenzatti for reading to us!
Thank you Mr. Dirks for reading to us!
Thank you Officer Stone for reading to us!
Thank you Mr. Damery for reading to us!
ISU is offering Summer Band Camps!! This is a fun Summer Opportunity!!! Please let me know if financial assistance is needed. We have some scholarship opportunities available! https://finearts.illinoisstate.edu/bands/band-camps/
17 days ago, Dawn Trotter
flier
Congratulations to the Jr. High Jazz Band on an outstanding performance at the Rotary Club Luncheon this week. You sounded Great!
17 days ago, Dawn Trotter
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