We want to send a huge SHOUT OUT and THANK YOU to our PTA for an AMAZING DUCK DASH on Monday! It was a fantastic day and we are beyond thankful for all the volunteers that made the day possible. Thank you to the PTA Fundraising volunteers for the endless hours of planning, organizing and making the Duck Dash come to life. In addition, thank you to the many volunteers throughout the day to ensure all was a success as well as our parent/family member spectators cheering for and supporting our students and staff. AND thank you to the many, many donations made for our school and community. This is another example of coming together to provide the best possible for our school community. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

American Education Week is the week of November 18th-22nd. Each year, we look forward to honoring public education and the many individuals who contribute to ensuring that every student receives a quality education.

American Education Week is a wonderful opportunity to strengthen our collaboration and partnership with families. We invite parents and guardians to visit the class during this special week. 

Due to school security, student confidentiality, and limited space, we ask our parents/guardians to follow these guidelines:

• Only parents/guardians are allowed to visit. 

• To allow for the safe arrival and dismissal of our students, we ask for parents/guardians to visit between 9:00 AM - 2:45 PM. 

• All parents/guardians must sign in at the front office with Lobby Guard.

  • Visitors must bring a scannable driver’s license to access Lobby Guard.

  • Visitor stickers are worn in a visible location at all times.

• Due to space, we ask that you limit your visit to one hour.  Ask your child  what part of the day they would like you to visit. See our master schedule below. 

 

• Be mindful of confidentiality while visiting. Visitors are responsible for maintaining confidentiality of all private, sensitive, and personally identifiable information they may see or hear while visiting HCPSS schools. Please click here for more information.

• No photos/videos please.

• Please silence your phone throughout your visit.

• If you are joining for lunch, please understand that there may not be space for all parents to sit for our grades with larger numbers of students. Please ensure that all students have a place to sit to eat. ** Please note ~ Visitors are not permitted during recess per HCPSS guidelines.** 

Parking Reminders:

• Parking will be limited, so please consider carpooling.

• No cars can be parked in the bus loop between 8:30-9:00 AM.

• All cars must leave the bus loop no later than 2:45 PM.

• Please do not park in the fire lane at any time.

We look forward to welcoming you into our school to see the outstanding teaching and learning going on!

Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend!

 

Kelli Jenkins, Principal

Jennifer Zinn, Assistant Principal

 

   

 

2024-2025 IMPORTANT DATES AND EVENTS

 

NOVEMBER

18-22 - American Education Week ~ See detailed information
21 - Parent Teacher conference scheduling window closes in Synergy
25 - Schools Close 3 Hours Early - Parent/Teacher Conferences (IN PERSON)
26 - Schools Close 3 Hours Early - Parent/Teacher Conferences (VIRTUAL)
27 - Schools Closed for Students - Parent/Teacher Conferences
28 - 29 - Schools and Offices Closed
 

DECEMBER

4 - PTA Meeting, 6:30 PM, Media Center
19 - Winter Chorus Concert, 7:00 pm, Marriotts Ridge High School
23 - 31 - Winter Break School Closed

 

Related Arts Color Calendar Schedule

                                      

                                                                          

 

MWES NEWS​​​​​​​

 

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCE REGISTRATION CLOSES ~ November 21

Registration opens at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, November 8th, for fall parent/teacher conferences, which will be held Monday, November. 25th, in person only  and Tuesday, November 26th - Wednesday, November 27th, virtually only. 

When scheduling conferences for multiple children, please allow one full conference time between your meetings to allow for transitions both in person and virtually. The conference scheduling window closes November 21st.

 Details

• HCPSS elementary schools will close 3 hours early on Monday, 11/25 and Tuesday 11/26 for parent/teacher conferences. MWES will dismiss students at 12:15 PM on both days.

• HCPSS schools are closed on Wednesday, 11/27.

• Each conference will be 15 minutes. On Friday, November 8, please login to HCPSS Connect to sign up for a conference time.  

• On Monday, November 25, all conferences will be held in person only and will begin at 12:45 p.m.  Parents may only attend their scheduled conference in person.

• On Tuesday, November 26, and Wednesday, November 27, all conferences will be held virtually only. 

• Fall conferences will take place with the ELA/Homeroom teacher on Monday, November 25 and Tuesday, November 26.  Some teachers may also offer conferences on Wednesday, November 27. 

• Ms. Parker and Ms. Broadhurst will conference with their grade 4 math classes.  

• Related Arts teachers are offering optional conferences. Due to limited time slots, please only schedule with Related Arts if you have a concern regarding academic performance and/or learning behaviors. Related Arts grades can always be accessed in Canvas even though they will not be posted on report cards for quarters 1 & 3. 

• If you need assistance with scheduling conferences, please feel free to contact our front office staff.

• For virtual conferences, a Google Meet link will be included in your confirmation email, and your child’s ELA teacher will provide additional details.

Virtual Conference Details (November 26th & 27th):
If joining virtually, please enter the Google Meet link one minute before your scheduled time. You’ll be in a “waiting room” until admitted. If you experience any technical issues, your child’s teacher will contact you via email, or you may connect with our Front Office staff for support.

Scheduling Instructions (beginning Friday, November 8th, at 8:00 am):

Log in to HCPSS Connect to view and select your time slot:

1. Go to https://www.hcpss.org/connect/

2. Select “Conference” from the left menu.

3. Choose “Parent Scheduled Conferences” at the top right.

4. Pick a convenient time slot.

The scheduling window will remain open until Thursday, November 21st, at 4:00 pm. If you cannot access HCPSS Connect, please contact the school at 410-313-7165 for assistance.

FALL MAP TESTING RESULTS

The fall administration of the MAP assessment has ended, and families have access to their child’s MAP Student Progress Report in ParentVue in Synergy. Directions to access your child’s MAP results are here.   Here is a guide to help parents understand their child’s report. If you have questions or concerns about your child’s results, please contact your child’s teacher. The next time students will take the MAP is this winter between January 27 - February 27. Specific MWES administration dates will be shared in advance.

ANNUAL TOYS FOR TOTS PROGRAM 

We are happy to share information about the 9th Annual Toys for Tots Campaign led by Howard County Executive Calvin Ball in partnership with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation!

The mission of the US Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year. Households are able to receive a gift for the holidays. 

To learn more: Toys for Tots Program

Manor Woods Elementary School is passing this opportunity on to your family to make this holiday season special.  If your family needs support, please take a look at the details below.

Registration Details:

• Register your family here: https://aatft.formstack.com/forms/ifrformhoward2024

• The deadline to register is Friday, December 6th, by close of business.

Toy Pickup Information:

• Families will pick up their toys on Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 9 AM to 3 PM at the Ascend One Building (8930 Stanford Blvd, Columbia, MD).

• This will be a drive-through event. Families will provide their registration number to a volunteer, who will deliver the toys directly to your car.

Important Guidelines:

• Register all children in your family, even if they are not of school age or attend different schools.

• Toys for Tots cannot accommodate "wish lists," but if a child has special needs, please include that in the registration notes.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.

Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Commission Contest

Click here for more details:

https://www.howardcountymd.gov/human-rights-equity/office-human-rights-equitys-contests-awards

Announcing the 2025 Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Commission Student Contests: Honor Dr. King's Legacy & Win Cash Prizes!

Elementary, Middle & High School Poster Contest: “Create a piece of artwork that illustrates how we can make positive changes in ourselves, schools, and communities.”

High School & Middle School Essay Contest: Write an essay about a time that you created positive change in yourself, school, or community. Discuss challenges, outcomes, and personal growth.

High School & Middle School Oratory Contest: Create a 5–7-minute speech that illustrates how you created positive change in yourself, school, or community. Discuss challenges, outcomes, and personal growth.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
Entries must be received by November 15th, 2024 at 5:00 PM EST

Via Email: MLK@howardcountymd.gov
Via Mail: Howard County Office of Human Rights & Equity
9820 Patuxent Woods Drive, Suite 237 Columbia, MD 21046

Click Here to Download a Fillable PDF Application

For More Information: Call (410) 313-6430 Email: MLK@howardcountymd.gov

 

PTA News

PTA Calendar: https://www.mwespta.com/calendar

Please visit the PTA website at https://www.mwespta.com/

 

HCPSS News

MRHS Mattress Fundraiser

On Saturday, November 16, Marriotts Ridge High School will have a mattress fundraiser  from 10 am-5 pm.  Every Purchase benefits the Music Program. 

 

Winter Coat Giveaway

We will have new and gently used coats for children and adults.

Date: November 25 and 26 

Time: 6-8pm

Location: Harriet Tubman Cultural Center

 

HCPSS Student Code of Conduct

The Howard County Public School System is committed to providing a safe, engaging and supportive learning environment where all policies are enforced fairly and consistently. HCPSS policies and regulations emphasize instruction and rehabilitation rather than punishment and are designed to foster and reward appropriate behavior and keep students connected to school so they can graduate college and career ready. Please read and review the HCPSS student code of conduct with your child(ren) before the school year begins:  HCPSS Student Code Of Conduct 

HCPSS Student & Parent Handbook

The Student & Parent Handbook can be found online and outlines districtwide practices and policies related to parents and students, including the Student Code of Conduct, school procedures, student responsibilities and more.

HCPSS NEWS

Click here for the latest updated hcpss news.