Week #17- December 8, 2025
As we return from fall break, we’re excited to welcome our students back and jump into the next part of our school year together. This past week marked the 67th day of school, and as many of you may already know, that’s a popular number. We are celebrating by launching our Schoolwide Reading Challenge! We encourage all students to spend time reading at home and at school as we work to build strong habits and a love of books. Thank you, families, for supporting your child’s reading journey; let’s make this a fun and successful challenge!
The letter sent home Wednesday, December 3 explaining the reading challenge can be found here. Students should return reading logs (colored slips) every Tuesday or Wednesday (6-7 days) to be entered into drawings for prizes.
If your family is in need of reading materials or math flash cards, please don’t hesitate to reach out; we’re happy to help make sure every child has the tools they need to succeed! Please email Mr. Kirk at kkirk@rockingham.k12.va.us or Mr. Baker at dbaker@rockingham.k12.va.us if you need materials.
Also, if you would like to volunteer in the school, let us know!
Other Announcements/Reminders from the MES Office:
Duke Dog Reading Program: Click HERE for more information.
Thank you MES PTO for the Ornament Night! It was a fun event! I enjoyed seeing the families visit MES for painting, Book Fair shopping and visits with Mr. & Mrs. Claus!!
Renovation work at MES will begin very soon. You may begin to see signs of the school becoming a construction zone this week. There will be a major change to the dismissal process as a result of the construction work. I will be sending more information in a separate email and will provide regular renovation updates as the process unfolds.
Yearbooks are now on sale! This keepsake is packed with memories, fun moments, and highlights from an unforgettable school year. Order online at: Yearbook Link and use Code: YB34634; Only $17 through November 22; $20 after November 23
The MES Parent/Student Handbook 2025-2026 Open the link to review the handbook.
MES has several opportunities for parents/guardians to represent MES on various committees and advisory groups. If you would like to know more about volunteering in this way, email Mr. Baker. (dbaker@rockingham.k12.va.us)
Attendance Tip/Reminder: Celebrate Improvements: Even small gains, fewer tardies or making it a full week, deserve recognition.
Activities & Events at MES:
MES Spelling Bee- December 10 (12:30 PM)
Bring Your Adult to PE- December 9-15
MES Holiday Spirit Days- December 15-19
MES Holiday Concert (Grades K & 1 Perform)- December 18 @ 6 PM
Winter Break (No School For Students)-December 22-January 2nd
