The Community Speaker Series: Michelle Icard, Wednesday, 1/31

1/21/2024 6:44 am

Presented by The Community Speaker Series, D181 and D86

Michelle Icard: 8 Setbacks That Can Make a Child a Success

Date and Time: Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 9:30am-11am and 7pm-8:30pm
Location: The Community House
Registration Link: HERE

Every parent knows challenges, setbacks, and failures are part of growing up. Less clear is why these experiences are crucial to healthy development and what parents can do and say to make sure their kids learn and grow from them, instead of getting stuck. Join us for an event with nationally acclaimed parenting author Michelle Icard, who will guide us with warmth, wisdom, and her signature humor, through what adults should and shouldn't do when a child they love faces a setback, including struggles with: believing in themselves, showing concern for others, connecting with peers or family members, following the rules, taking care of their bodies, and many more.

See FLYER for more details.

Save the Date

1/18/2024 2:30 pm

Monday, January 15

• No School (MLK Day)

Tuesday, January 16

• Community Partners night - Portillo's, 5-8 pm

Friday, January 19

• Monroe Cafe - Culver's
• Season of Science kickoff - "Get Science" program (in school)

Wednesday, January 24

• General PTO meeting, 9am

BAM Theatre After School Enrichment Start this Wed. 1/17!

1/18/2024 2:29 pm

💚CALLING ALL DISNEY VILLAIN FANS 💜 

BAMtheatre will be back at Monroe this spring, bringing an extra dose of After School Theatre Enrichment excitement! 😈 This term, join us for a villainous good time where students will channel their wicked charms in “Rotten to the Core: Songs of a Disney Villain” featuring songs from the Descendants and other iconic villains. 

This class will be held on Wednesdays after school beginning January 17th. BAM's comprehensive structure features a blend of captivating activities, games, and rehearsals, all culminating in a showcase on the final day for friends and family to enjoy. 

Secure your spot pronto—availability is limited, and this class is known to fill up fast!💚💜 🎶

 CLICK HERE for the BAM Flyer and registration link.

Portillo’s Willowbrook - Support Monroe this Tues. 1/16

1/18/2024 2:29 pm

Take all your Mustangs to Portillo’s for dinner on Tuesday, January 16 from 5pm - 8pm. 

Portillo’s in Willowbrook will donate 20% of all Monroe designated sales back to our school. See the flyer for detail on online ordering.

After School Enrichment Programs - Limited Spots Available!

1/18/2024 2:29 pm

There are a few limited spots still available in the following After School Enrichment programs:

• Chess on Tuesdays
• Lego, Yoga and BAM on Wednesdays
• Golf and Art on Thursdays

Grab your spots now before they're gone! CLICK HERE for more information and links to the vendors' registration pages.

Monroe 2023-2024 Yearbook Cover Contest Starts Now!

1/18/2024 2:28 pm

Calling all Monroe Mustang artists! All Monroe students are invited to submit their artwork for the 2023-2024 yearbook cover contest. Winners from each grade will be selected to be displayed on or in the yearbook.

A flyer and sheet of blank paper included in Friday folders but students can use any plain piece of paper that is 8.5 x 11.

See flyer for details! Due by Friday, January 26th.

Brick Paver Sale - Help Needed!

1/18/2024 2:28 pm

Each spring our PTO holds an online sale for families in our community to purchase customized Brick Pavers for Monroe. We are in search of a parent to coordinate this sale. Past coordinators have noted that this volunteer position "takes very little time"!

The tasks include:
- advertising the brick paver sale in the weekly Mustang Minutes
- all orders will be taken electronically via the PTO
- communicating with the vendor
- coordinating the brick installation

If you are interested in helping, please email president@monroeschoolpto.com.

Season of Science is here!

1/18/2024 2:27 pm

Tis the season for your favorite science shows, experiments and fun activities! Our science fun this year will last for a whole "SEASON," through the months of January and February.

Get ready for the “Get Science” show on Friday, January 19, with our kick off assembly. From there, we will be sending DIY experiment kits home, featuring Monroe parents in STEM, and culminating with a very exciting, hands-on science experience!

Check your student's folder for handouts with important dates and more details. We can't wait to grow our love for science with you!

Next General PTO Meeting - Wed. 1/24 @9am

1/18/2024 2:26 pm

Save the Date! The 2nd PTO General Meeting will be Wednesday, January 24th at 9AM at Monroe. Please note the morning time for this meeting as we attempt to accommodate schedules by offering various meeting times for our three general meetings.

We hope you will join us to hear updates on various committees and the PTO as a whole!

ONE Ticket Left to 2nd Grade Moms' Night! - Thurs. 2/1

1/18/2024 2:25 pm

Second Grade Moms - There is only one ticket left to the 2nd Grade Moms' Cheese Tasting & Wine Event!! Grab it now before it's gone! Thank you to the Hurley and Kasmarick families for hosting this fundraising event! All ticket sales will benefit Monroe!

Date & Time: Thursday, February 1 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Emily Hurley's House (15 E Hickory, Hinsdale)
Ticket Price: $40 per mom; Max of 20 tickets

CLICK HERE for more details and to register!