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Young Engineers in the making!
5th Graders are using Zometools and K’Nex from our STEAM Lab, and making bridges that will hopefully cross the pond in the Livingclassroom. Money raised by the PTO is money well-spent for our children. We are looking forward to another successful fundraising year!
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Monroe Proud!
Mr. Horne and Co. in Washington D.C. on Sept., 19th accepting the U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School Award!
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It’s Family Reading Night this week! As our kick-off to “One Book One School” we hope you can join us! CLICK HERE for more information.
We’re so excited to read together! We look forward to seeing families Wednesday night to read and engage in fun activities.
We’re looking for people to help. …
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Today, Sunday, Sept. 23rd is the last day you can order spirit wear on the website. Please CLICK HERE to visit the spirit wear store.
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Each Month, Mr. Horne hosts a Birthday Lunch in the Learning Commons for 1st-5th graders. There will be music and a story courtesy of Mr. Horne, as well as photo taken with Mr. Horne for those who attend. Please remember to pack a nut-free lunch for your child and tell them to go to the …
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Don’t miss the chance to sign up for two upcoming parent-hosted sign up parties.
All proceeds …
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Join Principal Horne, differentiation specialist, Ms. Moser and parent writers/authors every Friday morning for our inaugural Writing Club season. CLICK HERE for more information.
The club meets before school on Friday mornings from 7:45 – 8:25am on the below dates:
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Printed directories went home in the youngest member of the family’s Friday Folder and if they did not make it they should be going home early this week. If you still do not have your printed copy by mid-week, please email directory@monroeschoolpto.com and we will do our best to get a copy to you.
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The Newcomers Committee invites all families new to Monroe this year to an adult only cocktail party on October 4th from 7 pm to 10 pm at Salt Creek Club. Invitations were sent out via email. If you are a new family and did not get an invitation, please email us at newcomers@monroeschoolpto.com. We look …
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If you were at curriculum night, you may have noticed the country flags hanging on the walls around the gym. These flags represent our Monroe families. If you didn’t see the flag(s) you would like to represent your family or are unsure if we already have certain flags, please email Monroe parent Susan Kason …
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There is one week left to register for Monroe’s One World celebration. Mustangs that want to showcase their favorite culture should CLICK HERE to sign-up by Friday September 28th.
Current registrations include: Austria, Brazil, Canada, China, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Haiti, Iceland, India, Ireland, Israel, Iran, Luxembourg, Mexico, New Zealand, Spain, …
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Now that the kids are in school…Have a few minutes to clean out a closet or two? Do you find yourself able to focus at Costco without the kids?
Monroe Cares is hosting a drive NOW through Friday, Sept 28th to help the students at O’Brien School for the Maasai in Africa. The students and …
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Our wrapping paper sale is coming to a close. Please fill in your forms with your final orders and turn into your teacher. CLICK HERE for more information. If your child sold 10 or more items, please turn in that form to receive their backpack buddy.
Also, please remember to keep the …
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Would you like to learn more about Monroe’s new Lego WeDo set, explore Dash Robots or other STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) tools? Monroe School teachers/staff will be hosting a new “STEAM Club” at three different times this school year. Registration is open for all sessions and will close on September 30th.
In order …
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It is time again for the annual Monroe Dads’ Golf Outing!
The event, organized by Dads of current and former Monroe students, is intended to get Dads together for a few laughs, make some new connections, and to enjoy what may be a final round of golf before the weather turns. The event caters …
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Fall Monroe Milers will be starting next week. Please CLICK HERE to see flyer for more information and permission slip. Please complete and return the permission form to participate.
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Some classes begin this week!
Monday: Elementary Golf (3:05 to 4:15pm)
Wednesday: Lego STEM (3:05 to 4:35pm)
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Monroe is again offering French, Mandarin and Spanish class during lunch for grades 1-5.
Classes begin the week of October 1.
CLICK HERE for brochure with more information
CLICK HERE to register
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Parents,
One of our most important fundraising campaigns of the year has begun and your help is essential! Please consider reaching out to your friends and family and encourage them to shop for products in the Charleston catalog. Stock up on practical items items to have on hand at home such as wrapping paper …
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There are so many wonderful volunteer opportunities in your child's class - make a difference to the school and to them! Click here for the full list.
Monroe Elementary School
210 N. Madison St. | Hinsdale, IL 60521
Office: (630) 861-4200