Stewardship Day Tomorrow!

Stewardship Day is tomorrow from 9-1. Please come out and join us!

Come one! Come all! We can use your skills and your muscles! This is an awesome opportunity to spend time together, build community, have fun and take care of our campus. We have something for everyone!

Please check-in at the courtyard to be guided to your task/project. Don't forget to log those volunteer hours. Assistance will be on hand if you need help. 

Bring: gloves, a water bottle, and any snacks you want to share. Wheelbarrows, hard rakes, and adult sized shovels are also helpful for several of the projects 

Child care: Provided by Autumn at the main playground. Please check your kids in.

Lunch: Pizza will be provided! 

Projects:

Weed whacking

Sanding, Painting

Clean-up 

Gardening

Landscaping

Etc.

What project calls to you? You can pick a project by placing your name under volunteer sign up HERE. Then look for your Team Captain on Sat. 

THANKS EVERYONE!

Parent Square

We have many families still needing to register their account! We highly recommend all parents/guardians download the app to receive important news from the school. Parents can opt to get their news via email, text, or app notification. We will use this platform to quickly notify families about school closures due to snow amongst other things. The Friday Update itself will be sent via Parent Square starting next week. We are very excited about streamlining communication to and from school and families. If you are having difficulties logging in email Ms. Cori, cori.royer@madronetrail.org

From the Parent Council

Thank you to the 25 parents, faculty, and administration who showed up for the first Parent Council meeting. What an amazing turnout! 

We individually answered the question "what are your hopes for this school year?" and the resounding answer was community and connection. If you'd like to join our community of parents please sign up here and attend our next meeting on October 6th at 6pm in the 4th grade classroom. The more the merrier, we can't wait to see you there! 

From the Auction Committee- First Meeting Next Week!

Come help us choose a theme and brainstorm fresh ideas

Tuesday, September 30th, 3:30 pm 

Second grade classroom 



We would love to see you there 

If you have any questions email auction@madronetrail.org

From the Volunteer Coordinator

Hello wonderful Madrone families!

I am very excited to be seeing so many families turning in their applications for background checks these past few weeks. Thank you so much to everyone who has taken the time to do that. If you are curious to see if your background check has been approved or expired, send me an email and I can check that information for you! If you still need to turn your application in, click this link and fill it out today! It only takes a few minutes to get it done. Field trips are on the horizon and it's a good idea to get your application complete if you want to be a chaperone! 

As always, we have needs for volunteers! Check out the list below to see where you can help:

• The Kitchen needs help everyday from 1:15pm-3:15pm
• Handwork volunteers are needed on Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:45am-12:30pm to help the 3rd graders with crochet. If you can do the chain stitch and single crochet stitch, this is a great volunteer opportunity for you!
• The Library also needs help organizing books! If you prefer to volunteer in a quiet space, our wonderful library would be the place for you!
• Stewardship Day is THIS SATURDAY 9/27 from 9am-1pm. This will be a day full of maintenance, landscaping, and gardening! Childcare is provided.

Don't forget to be logging your volunteer hours! Here is a link that takes you to the Help Counter website to easily log those hours. 

Login: madrone226

Password: madrone3070

Thanks for your time and dedication to our school! Please reach out to me and I can help you get connected! 

Stephanie Booker

Volunteer Coordinator

stephanie.booker@madronetrail.org

From the Kitchen

Kitchen Volunteer Shifts

A huge thank you to our recent kitchen volunteers: Xochitl, Billy, Sophia, and Austin! When we asked for help, we didn’t anticipate the new friendships that would come with it. Not only has your support lightened the workload, but your energy and encouragement have lifted our whole crew. We are so grateful—thank you!

We’re Hiring!

The Dragon Café is looking for a kitchen assistant/dishwasher to join our team from 11:00–3:00 each school day. Don’t worry—no one is leaving! Our program has simply grown, and we need an extra set of hands. No cooking experience is required, but being dependable and able to keep up in a busy kitchen is a must. You can find all the details here. Referrals are also greatly appreciated!



Soup Special Next Week

Chef Clinton may have just created the best idea since sliced bread—meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and gravy turned into soup! It might sound unusual, but we promise it’s delicious. This special will be available next week while supplies last. We’re pretty sure your kids will be asking for seconds! Have a lovely weekend!

Chef Evan

evan.wilson@madronetrail.org

From the Athletic Director

Fall sport competitions are halfway done. Three more weeks to go. Winter sports season starts in one month. Our school participates in Boys Basketball during that season. (October 20th-December 12th) We will also be offering Yoga club during this session. Look for more information below on both of these opportunities.

Note: (Girls basketball will be during winter season 2, which runs January 5th-February 20th)

Boys Basketball

When: October 20th-December 12th (First 2 weeks practices Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 3:30-5:30.) Once games start they are on Mondays and Wednesdays)

Who: 6th-8th grade boys (Capped at 24)

Where: Practices at Madrone Trail, games various locations

Cost: $100

Scholarships and payment plans are available. If you know you will need a scholarship, please register for one before Oct. 1st through Beyond the Fence.

https://www.beyondtf.org/

Hover over the tab in the top ribbon titled “our work.” Click “Apply.” Click “Individual Application” and fill out the required information.

Sports Physicals

Reminder: Sports physicals that are less than 2 years old are required before even participating in the first practice of any sports season. They are not required for club activities.

We have a low cost partnership with Nurse Practitioner Sarah Roberson to offer sports physical days to Madrone Trail athletes for only $20 each.

Our next day for this is Saturday, October 11th. More info and sign up times in this link.

Note: If you know your student will need a sports physical done for girls basketball in winter 2 or track season in the spring, feel free to sign up for this day. (Sarah will offer one more day prior to track season)

Yoga

Yoga Club is back. Our 2nd grade teacher, Emily Belcastro, is a certified yoga instructor and is running Yoga Club this year.

When: Tuesdays and Thursday 3:30-4:30, October 21st-December 18th.

Who: 4th-8th graders (15 participants)

Where: In the 3rd grade classroom

Cost: $75

There is a link to our new clubs form below (It is very similar to the sports form, but we are now separating the 2 forms)

Girls Volleyball games next week

(Home games are at Sacred Heart)

9/29 Home vs Rogue River, JV @ 4:30, Varsity 5:30

10/1 Home vs Rogue Christian Academy, JV @ 4:30, Varsity 5:30

Cross Country meet next week

10/1 @ Gold Hill Sports Park Girls run @ 4:30, boys @ 5:00

Watercolor Club

When: Ending October 22nd

Additional class: Ms. Whitridge had to miss this last Wednesday. She will be offering a class on Wednesday Nov. 5th for those participants at the same time and location.  

Community Sport Opportunity

Junior Comets Boys Basketball (Look for Girls basketball info in November)

Who: Boys 1st grade-7th grade (Various league levels)

Cost: $50

Skills evaluation day: At Scenic middle school Sunday, Oct 5th, 12-4 or Tuesday October 7th, 5:30-7:30 (Attend one of them, you are not there the whole time)

Registration open: now-September 26th

Season dates: November 3rd-January 17th

For more info and to register visit:

https://www.juniorcometsports.com/registration-information1.html

Sponsors

Four amazing sponsors have provided funds this week to our Madrone Trail sports programs! Corporate sponsors are integral parts of what makes sports possible here at Madrone Trail! Thank you so much; we could not do what we do without you! Oregon Diesel & Automotive, Curtius Plumbing and Mechanical, Inc., Calyx CPA, and Rothfus Family Dental. Read more about them below.

Go Dragons!



Jeff Roberson

jeff.roberson@madronetrail.org

Oregon Diesel & Automotive

(Madrone Parent owned)

Superior Auto & Diesel Repair



Oregon Diesel & Automotive is a family owned business. Integrity and communication are our priorities. When we are working with you, we want you to be informed. While we take care of your vehicle, we will inform you of our progress and when you get it back, it will be in working order.

Service & Repair

Our services include repairs and service for diesel and gas powered engines, auto and manual transmissions, suspensions, auto electrical, exhaust systems, radiators, brakes and auto AC.

Maintenance

Oil Change | Lube | Filter Change | Tuneups | Manufacturer Recommended Maintenance

Servicing

Autos, diesel trucks, Jeeps and off-road performance vehicles, along with fleet, insurance claims and extended warranties.

Get Unparalleled Service at Oregon Diesel & Automotive

When you choose Oregon Diesel & Automotive we will treat you like our friends and family. First of all, we will treat you with respect. Secondly, you will know in advance what your problem is and how much it will cost. Then, we will keep you in the loop while your vehicle is serviced. Finally, we will do our best to finish on time.

7645 4th St. White City

541-879-0719

oregondieselandautomotive@gmail.com

https://medforddieselrepair.com/

Curtius Plumbing and Mechanical, Inc.

(CPMI) is committed to providing our community with the highest levels of customer service, quality of work and value for the dollar spent. We pledge to put our clients needs first and do all in our power to meet those needs. At CPMI our clients really do “come first”.

CPMI will be the company of choice for clients and employees who seek to hire and work with a contractor that makes integrity its highest priority.

We will not be satisfied until we are viewed by our community as being the standard to which all other businesses are measured. CPMI will continue to make community involvement a high priority.

1896 Delta Waters Rd. Medford 97504

(541) 857-8988

https://curtiusplumbingandmechanical.com/

Calyx CPA

(Madrone Parent owned)

At Calyx, we believe accurate accounting helps lay the foundation for a successful business. Our passion is to assist entrepreneurs in building thriving businesses and realizing their dreams, so our team of licensed professionals is committed to providing expert tax and accounting services in a timely fashion.

Calyx helps cannabis businesses optimize their accounting and minimize their tax liability. Our team understands the challenges of the cannabis industry and can assist business owners in navigating the financial complexities associated with those challenges.

221 West 10th St. Medford, 97501

541-816-4483

Info@calyxcpa.com

https://calyxcpa.com/

Rothfus Family Dental

Dr. Karla Rothfus

Dr. Karla Rothfus at Rothfus Family Dental has a secret… She knows that the secret to success is surrounding herself with caring competent individuals. No one person can do it all or be the best at everything. That is why the doctor has put in place strong successful people in her office that love what they do and do it well.

When you enter our office Kimi and Jessica are at the front to meet you with a warm smile and get you all checked in and make sure you are comfortable. They will make your follow up appointments, and also orchestrate payment from your dental benefits.

At Rothfus Family Dental, it’s our goal to provide you with the highest level of dental care in a safe and caring environment. We want to be there for your entire family, whether you’re 2 or 102.

Providing most aspects of dentistry in one location makes us a true Medford, Oregon general dental practice. We also utilize the most advanced dental techniques, equipment and materials, so that the dentistry you receive will last for many years to come.

Earning your trust and treating you how we would want to be treated is the basis we want to build our dental relationship on. We want to be your dental care provider for a lifetime, and we want to make you a raving fan of our office.



We provide Medford, Oregon family dentistry and Rogue Valley dental services. Call us today to schedule a dental appointment. You’ll be happy you did, because at Rothfus Family Dental, we are… “Making Smiles Happen, Daily.”

3138 State St. Medford 97504

Monday-Thursday 8am-4pm

541-858-7994

Info@rothfusfamilydental.com

https://rothfusfamilydental.com/

Meet Miss Monica, Daisy Blossom Kindergarten Assistant

Miss Monica grew up in Northern California and moved to Southern Oregon in 2015. She has her Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Development.

She has two young children and loves finding bugs, collecting acorns, and having tea parties!

Looking Towards Halloween

We will be celebrating Halloween at school on Friday, October 31. At Madrone Trail, this means we will have a parade of costumes after lunch and then individual class celebrations afterwards. Please do not send your child in their costume to school, or apply elaborate makeup they will have to wear all day as it is very distracting for the first part of the day.

As you look to purchase or make your child's Halloween costume this year please observe our school guidelines surrounding the Halloween costumes that they wear at school. If students would like to dress up in something that is outside these guidelines, we encourage them to do that on Halloween night instead of at school.

• Bring your costume to change into before the parade. Parade will be at 1:30 pm on the track.
• Homemade costumes are encouraged.
• Costumes must follow the school dress code.
• Keep face paint, make-up, and hair simple (you’re going to be applying it all at school.)
• You must be able to sit, walk, hear, and see with your costume on (face masks can only be worn during the parade)
• No costumes that are gory/scary.
• No prop weapons.

Insight into Waldorf Education

We are continuing our monthly series of informational articles about Waldorf Education. Look for them the last Friday of the month.

This week's article:

Cooperative Play in Waldorf Education: Why We Delay Ball Games in the Early Grades

In Waldorf education, the timing of introducing balls (especially organized ball games) is connected to child development, not to ability or fun. Here’s the reasoning:

1. Developmental Readiness

• Waldorf teachers see the first seven years (birth–age 7) as a time for developing balance, coordination, rhythm, and spatial awareness through whole-body play: climbing, running, skipping, jumping, tumbling, etc.
• Before about third grade (around age 9), many children are still mastering their midline crossing (using both sides of the body together) and their sense of orientation in space. Ball games require tracking, quick reaction, and precise aim — which Waldorf considers premature stress if introduced too early.

Read more here on our website.

Body Basics

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Community Opportunity

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Quote of the Day

Handlettered by Ms. Cori

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Madrone Trail Public Charter School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or age in its programs and activities.