Did You Know?
Did you know that children should not have more than one to two hours of screen time a day?
Please reference the information below to find out more about how screen time could be impacting your child.
Christensen, J. (2021, May 28). Children and screen time: How much is too much? Mayo Clinic Health System. https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/children-and-screen-time
Did you know that children should not have more than one to two hours of screen time a day?
Please reference the information below to find out more about how screen time could be impacting your child.
Christensen, J. (2021, May 28). Children and screen time: How much is too much? Mayo Clinic Health System. https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/children-and-screen-time
Congratulations to Ethan Bratvett who has been chosen to represent MGS in the ILMEA District 3 Honor Band and Jazz Band. Way to Go Ethan!
Due to the fact Woodford County is under a burn ban we will be moving the Marching Band Bonfire to the MGS playground blacktop tomorrow night, 10/17. It is from 5-8. Could you please bring movies (G or PG NOT PG13), food that your section was assigned to bring, board games/bags (any other game you like)….we will have access to the playground/soccer/ball fields and parents if you would like to join us! :) Hope to see you Tomorrow Night!!
**********I know the kids will be disappointed so I would really like to make it a fun night for them!! If you have any lights/inflatable decorations/or anything else fun could you please bring it!! Thank you!!!
*****We also need grills to roast the hot dogs on. Please Ms. Trotter (dtrotter@mgsredbirds.org) if you have a grill available for us to use. Thank you!!!
**********I know the kids will be disappointed so I would really like to make it a fun night for them!! If you have any lights/inflatable decorations/or anything else fun could you please bring it!! Thank you!!!
*****We also need grills to roast the hot dogs on. Please Ms. Trotter (dtrotter@mgsredbirds.org) if you have a grill available for us to use. Thank you!!!
It's National Box Top for Education Week which means DOUBLE POINTS! If you haven't already, download the app and get started today!
6th grade students spent time reflecting on and writing about some short stories they recently read. We are thankful for the outdoor classroom and to those who donated to make it possible!
6th graders are building catapults in their STEM elective class and having distance and target practice competitions.
6th grade Literature used the VR goggles to explore Japan today! They are reading The Invisible Thread in class right now. Such a fun way to dive deeper into their curriculum!
The MTHS is hosting a softball winter clinic. Registration is open for all 1st-8th grade girls. Please see flyers for further information.
The All-Star Book Fair starts TOMORROW and will run through Friday, October 24th. Students will have the opportunity to shop the book fair during their scheduled library times. Don’t forget! Create a Book Fair eWallet for your child NOW so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently! It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds! Start here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/metamoracommconsschool.
Join Box Tops by downloading the app and scanning/uploading your in-store or online receipts within 14 days of purchase! An easy way to get money back into our school! THIS WEEK: DOUBLE POINTS.
MGS girls Cross Country team are Sectional Champions for the 2nd year in a row and are on to State next weekend! The boys team fought hard today but came up just short. Congratulations to everyone who ran today! We are proud of you!!!
K-4 MGS parents and guardians,
Do you want to know what is going on at MGS? Take a look at October's Principals' Perspective.
Have a great long weekend and see everyone back on Tuesday!
Thanks,
Mr. Damery - K-4 MGS Principal
Mrs. Aman's first graders proudly sang a patriotic song they learned in music to Grandma Tanner on their field trip to Tanners Orchard today. It was heartwarming!!
https://youtu.be/4Fui-8VhV-8?si=B48efwf-Rz_OsHzE
8th graders working in stations after finishing the novel, The Outsiders.
Metamora Kids Wrestling Club is hosting sign-ups on Monday, October 20th and Sunday, October 26th. Please see the flyer for more information. Any questions please reach out to: metamorakidswrestling@gmail.com
What do you think about AI at MGS? Weigh in on that and get your October MGS news here! October Redbird Review
Student Directories are now available in the front office. The cost is $5.
Congratulations to the Marching Band and Colorguard on your outstanding performance in the Homecoming Parade on Friday! You looked and sounded great!
MTHS Band Day is coming up fast! On October 11th, from 12pm-8:30pm MTHS will be hosting 30 bands from all over the state in competition. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to see and hear some amazing performances!!
METAMORA BAND'S
MARCHING BAND INVITATIONAL
44th ANNUAL MBI
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025
See Link Below for More Information
http://www.metamorabands.com/marching-band-invitational.html
METAMORA BAND'S
MARCHING BAND INVITATIONAL
44th ANNUAL MBI
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025
See Link Below for More Information
http://www.metamorabands.com/marching-band-invitational.html
The 11th Annual MGS PTO Craft & Vendor Show is coming up on Saturday, October 18th from 9AM-2PM.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED!! Please consider signing up for a shift: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BAAAA23AAF8C43-59199244-mgspto#/
Adults and responsible high/middle schoolers are welcome!
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED!! Please consider signing up for a shift: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BAAAA23AAF8C43-59199244-mgspto#/
Adults and responsible high/middle schoolers are welcome!
