2024-2025 IMPORTANT DATES AND EVENTS
March
- 31 - HCPSS UPDATED CALENDAR ~ Full Day for Students
- 31 - Related Arts ~ BLUE DAY
April
- 4 - End of Quarter 3
- 4 - PTA Spring Dance
- 10 - Spring Chorus Concert, Marriott Ridge HS @ 7:00 PM
- 11 - PTA Sponsored DEI Assembly
- 14-21 - Schools Closed for Students ~ Spring Break
- 22 - Schools Reopen
- 24 - Multicultural Night
- 25 - Report Cards Viewable @ 4:00 PM
- 30 - PTA Meeting
May
- 5 - 9 - Teacher Appreciation Week
- 7 - Schools Close 3 Hours Early (Professional Work and Wellness Day)
- 7 - Field Day
- 16 - School Close 3 Hours Early (Professional Learning Day)
- 26 - Schools and Offices Closed (Memorial Day)
Related Arts Color Calendar
MWES NEWS
MCAP
The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requires that states administer annual state assessments to all students in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics in grades 3-8 and once in high school.
Manor Woods students in grades 3, 4, and 5 will take the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) in both ELA and math. The MCAP provides information to educators, parents, and the public on student progress towards proficiency on the Maryland College and Career Ready Standards. For more information, visit https://www.hcpss.org/academics/testing/mcap/.
The MCAP assessment window is Monday, April 7 - Friday, May 30. Specific testing dates are below for each grade level. Please make every effort to have your child attend school on testing days and to refrain from scheduling any appointments during these times to minimize missing instruction due to make-up testing. There is no need to study for the MCAP. To prepare, have your child get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive at school on time.
MCAP ELA
3rd Grade - April 28, 29, 30 and May 2
4th Grade - April 28, 29, 30 and May 2
5th Grade - April 8, 9, 23, and 25
MCAP Math
3rd Grade - May 13, 14, 19, and 20
4th Grade - May 5, 6, 9, and 12
5th Grade - May 5, 6, 9, and 12
Kindergarten Registration Now Open. Enroll Now!
HCPSS Kindergarten is a full-day program. Registration for the 2025-2026 school year began March 3, 2025. Children must be 5 years old by September 1, 2025 to enroll in kindergarten. Every eligible child must be enrolled in a kindergarten program this fall or have an approved waiver form. Waiver forms will be available in March.
More information regarding Kindergarten registration may be found on the HCPSS website.
https://www.hcpss.org/enroll/kindergarten/
Please also feel welcomed to call our front office with any questions or clarifications (410-313-7165) about the Kindergarten registration process.
Important Notice For Early Dismissals
For early dismissals, please bring your driver's license. If your student has an early dismissal, please make certain he/she is picked up before 2:55 pm to make certain you are out before our buses begin to arrive.
Early dismissals cannot be conducted after 2:55 pm.
If you arrive after 3:00 pm, you will need to wait in the car loop line until our regular dismissal begins. It is best to alert your child(s) teacher and the front office regarding early dismissals ahead of time.
We would also like for you to provide a note each day your child has an after-school activity. This helps the teacher and your child remember the activity on a weekly basis.
Picture Day
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Picture Day is coming soon! To order spring photos, you must return the flyer/order envelope on Picture Day. Online pre-ordering is NOT available for spring photos – the envelope must be returned on Picture Day.
Class group photos will be taken on Picture Day for all students. For individual portraits, only students who bring in their envelopes on Picture Day will be photographed.
Please look for the flyer/order envelope that will be sent home with your child soon!
We look forward to seeing your smiles soon on Picture Day!
PTA News
PTA Calendar: https://www.mwespta.com/calendar
Please visit the PTA website at https://www.mwespta.com/
Multicultural Night Volunteers Needed
Multicultural Night- Save the Date
Thursday, April 24th 6pm-7pm Mount View Middle School
We are looking for volunteers to bring this event to life! Use the link below to sign-up.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F084BA5A92BA0FC1-52283709-mwes?useFullSite=true#/
HCPSS News
Marriotts Ridge High School Mustang Flea Market
March 22nd @ 8AM – 1PM
Marriotts Ridge Music Foundation is hosting the Mustang Flea Market fundraiser on Saturday, March 22nd from 8AM - 1PM in the MRHS cafeteria. We have something for everyone! Clothing, shoes, jewelry, kids’ toys, books, kitchen appliances, household items, electronics, sporting equipment, furniture, and lots more. Come check it out and find a “new to you” treasure! All proceeds benefit MRHS Music.
We are currently accepting donations of gently used items for the sale. Drop off donations at the storage units in the MRHS parking lot near the cafeteria at the following times:
· Saturday, March 8th 11am-1pm
· Friday, March 14th 3-5pm
· Sunday, March 16th 2-4pm
· Friday, March 21st 4-8pm
Please hold furniture and large items until the March 21st drop-off. See the website for additional information about the sale and accepted items: https://www.mrhsmusic.net/fundraising/mustang-flea-market
TRANSITION AT AGE THREE
Wednesday, April 9, 2025 1:00-2:00 p.m., Virtual Event
For families of children who receive early intervention services as they prepare to transition from an IFSP at the age of three. We will discuss the differences between an IFSP and IEP including eligibility, focus, outcomes/goals and continuum of services. We will also discuss the process and timeline. We are here to help you understand and navigate this new transition, and your role in the process. Visit registration page. Please contact FSRC@hcpss.org with questions. This event is part of the HCPSS Parent Empowerment Series including training about special education and events for families of students with an IEP or IFSP.
Free
AUTISM IN THE PARK
Saturday, April 12, 2025 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Blandair Park, Columbia, MD
Come out and celebrate Autism Acceptance Month! Visit with first responders, providers, and county resources. Enjoy interactive play, entertainers, face painting, sensory-friendly spaces, demonstrations, and a wonderful day in the park celebrating our community! The rain date is Sunday, April 13. Sponsored by Howard County Recreation and Parks and the Autism Society of Maryland.
Free
CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY FAIR
Saturday, April 5, 2025, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., East Columbia 50+ Center, 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD
"Wiggle, Learn & Grow!" is the theme for this year’s event for prekindergarten aged children (3-5 year-olds) and caregivers. There will be fun, hands-on learning opportunities for children and important information for families about school readiness and community resources. This school readiness event, part of the Launch into Learning initiative, is in celebration of Howard County’s Month of the Young Child. This year's event will include the Colgate Dental Van, which will offer free on-site dental screenings for children. Sponsored by the Howard County Early Childhood Advisory Council (ECAC). This event is not specifically for families and children with an IEP or IFSP.
Free
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.
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