Important News

Cognitive Abilities Test ( CogAT) Testing: Due to anticipated staff and student COVID-19 related absences, we will be postponing the January census administration of CogAT in 5th grade. Middle School GT Class Recommendations Although the CogAT administration may be delayed, all 5th grade students will be considered for potential placement in 6th GT classes using all available performance and assessment…

Just in case there is a need for virtual learning, we are asking families to complete the survey sent to families earlier this week. The majority of our students have devices but we still don't have enough for kindergarten and first grade due to supply issues. Your responses to the survey will assist us in planning.

Participants in this virtual community academy on January 29th will learn about the most popular social media sites students are accessing and effective practices for keeping children safe when using social media. This session is open to parents/guardians of students at all levels, and is free to attend. Register online. After registering, participants will receive an email with a link…

Friday, Jan. 14, 2022 (second dose clinic Feb. 4), 4-7 p.m.Cradlerock Elementary School, 6700 Cradlerock Way, Columbia — in partnership with Soleil Pharmacy Pfizer (5-11) Schedule an appointment and complete the online consent form (Jan. 14)

The DRES Pet Supply Drive is being sponsored by our 3rd Grade Umoja Leaders Group in honor of the MLK Day of Service. Donation boxes are in each grade level pod area for students to donate supplies during the month of January. Supplies include used blankets, sheets, and towels, wet or dry food, new or used pet toys, bowls, or…

Mayfield Woods Middle School is offering a virtual parent information night for 5th grade parents. The focus is on the overall transition to middle school and scheduling. Information about the Gifted and Talented program will begin at 5:30 and general information will begin at 6:30. Use your child's computer login, and join the google meet using the code: MWMSParentInformation. Snow…

MakingChange, Inc. partners with the Internal Revenue Service under the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) to offer free income tax preparation services for low-to-moderate income families, making $57,000 or less, who need assistance preparing their tax returns. Read more here.

At the beginning of the school year, Mrs. Lancaster, Mrs. Quirk, and Mrs. Townsend met with each grade level team to review school system policies and procedures with students. The following topics will be reviewed this month as we prepare for the second half of the school year. Policies will be shared in a developmentally appropriate manner with grades K-5…

Children must be 5 years old by September 1 in order to enroll in kindergarten. Every child who is 5 years old by September 1 must be enrolled in a kindergarten program this fall or have an approved waiver. More information about registering a Kindergarten student Registration for Grades 1-5 Welcome from the PTA English and Spanish. School Supply Lists…

Jan 7 Spirit Day--Football Friday Jan 17 No School--Martin Luther King Jr. Day Jan 18 PTA Meeting 7:00 Jan 19 Early Dismissal 12:55, No 1/2 day PreK Jan 21 Spirit Day--Crazy Hair Day Jan 21 End of Quarter 2 Marking Period Jan 24 No School Jan 27 Advanced Band and Grade 3 Strings Concert 6:00 Jan 31 Report Cards Available…