Madison Messenger - December 2024

Principal Message

Madison Families:


As the year winds down and the holiday season approaches, we’re reflecting on the importance of empathy—our character trait focus for December. Empathy helps students understand and share the feelings of others, fostering kindness, connection, and a stronger sense of community. We’re encouraging our Mustangs to look for ways to support their peers, lend a helping hand, and show understanding in their daily interactions. It’s a great time of year to practice these skills at home as well—whether through acts of kindness or simply listening to one another.

I’d also like to take a moment to emphasize the continued importance of attendance. December is often a busy month, but it’s crucial that students stay engaged and present as we wrap up the semester. Every day counts, and being at school on time ensures that students don’t miss out on valuable learning opportunities and time with their classmates. Let’s finish the year strong!

As always, thank you for your support and partnership in making Madison Elementary a wonderful place to learn and grow. I hope this season brings joy and togetherness to you and your families.


Mrs. Holter

Madison Principal

Important Dates



  • 11/27-11/29 NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break
  • 12/02 Papa John's Fundraiser orders and money due
  • 12/04 PBIS Assembly EMPATHY 10:15AM
  • 12/06 Fun Friday! Rockstar Day - dress as a rockstar or wear your favorite band shirt
  • 12/13 Fun Friday! Winter Hat Day!
  • 12/16 Spirit Week! Basketball Day! Wear your favorite team shirt/jersey!
  • 12/17 Spirit Week! Disney/Pixar Day! Wear your Disney or Pixar shirts or dress as your favorite Disney or Pixar character
  • 12/18 Spirit Week! Groovy Shoes Shirts or Shadle Colors
  • 12/18 Groovy Shoes Basketball Game Shadle vs NC @ Arena
  • 12/19 Spirit Week! Ugly Sweater Day
  • 12/19 Salk Musicians Perform at 1:45PM
  • 12/20 Spirit Week! GREEN Day
  • 12/20 Lunch Time Holiday Music "sing-a-long" 11:15-12:30 in our lunchroom. Mrs.Nielsen plays beautiful holiday music, singing is optional
  • 12/21-1/5 NO SCHOOL Winter Break
  • 01/09 - PBIS Assembly PERSEVERANCE 9:00AM


For up-to-date information please check the website www.spokaneschools.org/Madison and scroll down to the "Events" section.



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Feeder Pattern News

Groovy Shoes Basketball Games / Spirit Competition 12/18 at Spokane Arena


Girls game starts at 5:30PM

Boys game starts at 7:30PM


Shirts will be available to purchase at Shadle Park High School soon.

SPS HEART Program

If you or your family has had a loss of housing, remember that you may be eligible for the HEART program’s support and services. We work to provide educational stability for students that are staying in temporary or transitional living situations. Please give our office a call at 509-354-7302 or check out our website for more information:

HEART Program | Spokane Public Schools (spokaneschools.org)

New Cell Phone Policy

Thank you for helping your students follow the new Spokane Public Schools cell phone policy. As a reminder cell phones and smart devices are not allowed to be used during the school day and must be kept in a backpack and turned off or silent. Please click the link below for more information.


Spokane Public Schools Cell Phone Policy

Reminders

  • Please do not park on Nebraska as this is our bus loading zone only.
  • Cold weather is here. Students will go outside each day for recess unless it is pouring rain or below 20 degrees. Please help your student dress for the weather. Contact our office if you are in need of winter weather gear.
  • Lost and Found is filling up. Has your student lost a jacket or sweatshirt. Come check out the lost and found located by the office.
  • Each month our school practices emergency drills like fire drills, earthquake, or "shelter in place". We practice so that all students and staff know what to do in an emergency.


Volunteer Application

Madison Clubs

For up-to-date information about clubs please check out our online calendar at spokaneschools.org/Madison

  • We are currently offering Play Club on Wednesday's until 4PM (Play Club is full, but we hope to offer another Play Club in the spring)
  • 3rd Grade Art Club will begin on January 13th, 3rd grade families be looking for permission slips soon or reach out to the school for more info.


Our school offers a variety of clubs and activities for the kids. If you or your student has questions or idea's about clubs please let us know.

School Lunch Menu

All students get free breakfast and lunch each day! Check out Spokane Public Schools lunch menu below!

Menu


PTO News

Our Papa John's Fundraiser is under way. This is a great fundraiser for our school as we make 70% off the sale of each pizza card. Pizza cards make great stocking stuffers! for $10 you will receive 50% off of 10 separate orders from Papa John's. Orders and money are due on December 2nd.


Our next meeting is on December 17th at 5PM.


If you have any questions about joining the PTO or attending a meeting please email us at elementaryptomadison@gmail.com

Physical Activity Challenge

Hello Families,

So far we've had 36 kids participate in the September and October physical challenge. It is a mix of kindergarten through 5th grade and some staff members too! It's never to late to start, November is currently under way.


Mrs. Oas


(Let Mrs. Oas or the office know if your student needs a November calendar.)

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