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MES Newsletter August 21, 2026

Posted Date: 08/21/26 (02:27 PM)




Calendar Reminders


Aug 31 - Fundraiser kick off in School

Aug 31 - Chromebook protection opt-in deadline

Sept 7 - Labor Day (No School)

Sept 10 - Booster Blast Fun Run Event Day

Sept 11 - Student fees due 

Sept 23 - Parent/teacher Connection Day (non-student day)


A message from the Principal


Dear MES Families,


It’s time! You can sign up your student for our Pirate Fun Run! Our goal is to raise $25,000 for teacher supplies, sensory room improvements, field trips, convocations, and overall student support for positive behavior programs. Signing up is easy and comes with a fun prize for your student!


 Sign Up On MyBooster.com  ️


Thank you for being a part of our Mccordsville Elementary community and helping us make a difference for our students. We are grateful for your support! Follow our social pages for fun progress.


Our school is working toward a BIG goal and Great Wolf Lodge wants to celebrate with us! Registered families will have the chance to earn some awesome rewards. Log in to mybooster.com today and share your student’s donation page with your whole pack. Just for getting your first donation, students can earn their very own Wolf Ears!


Key Dates to Remember:


  🎉 Fundraiser Kickoff in school – 08/31/2026


👟 Event Day – 09/10/2026


*Need help signing up? View video instructions.



Stephanie




News from the Library


This week students have been learning about the sections of the Library as well as book care. You can help your student at home by asking them what section their book came from and reminding them to bring their books back to school on their library day. Reading aloud is also a great way to share in your child’s reading experience!

There is a community event coming up at the Hamilton East Public Library.They will be hosting award winning author Kelly Yang on Monday October 19th to celebrate the release of the graphic novel adaptation of Front Desk!  Please click here for more information. Registration opens up September 1st.






Reminder - School Fees


Log into your skyward account to view your student fees. The deadline to pay fees is September, 11 2026.


eFunds (MVCSC's Online Payment System): You may deposit funds into your child's lunch account through eFunds on their website. Use eFunds to conveniently pay for lunch, consumable fees, or other school fees. 
Consumable fees - these fees cover materials students use during coursework, such as clay, paint, sheet music, science lab supplies, PLTW project materials, and other hands-on classroom resources, but do not include textbooks. These materials are used directly by students. 


Chromebook Protection Plans



Deadline to opt-in for chromebook protection is August 31, 2026








Elementary Schedule


Just a reminder that Early Release Wednesday is EVERY Wednesday. Dismissal is 1:20pm.





Car Rider Procedures 2026-2027


Morning Arrival (A.M. Unloading)

  • Enter through the 700 N. entrance.
  • Students may exit vehicles starting at 7:10 a.m. only when directed by staff.
  • Have students ready to exit quickly before reaching the unloading area.
  • Students must exit from the passenger side (building side).
  • Pull all the way forward to the ⭐ on the map before unloading.
  • Parents/guardians must remain in vehicles while staff assist students.
Late Arrival
  • After 7:35 a.m., park and sign your student in through the front office.
Afternoon Dismissal (P.M. Loading)
  • Secure your child’s Car Rider Number to their backpack.
  • Remind your child to know their number and listen for it in the gym.
  • Remain in your vehicle throughout pickup.
  • Follow staff directions and pull forward when instructed.
Early Pick-Up
  • Pickups before 2:05 p.m. require signing your child out through the front office.
Dismissal Changes
  • Submit changes by 1:30 p.m. whenever possible.
  • Changes after 1:30 p.m. should be for emergencies only.

Help Us Keep Everyone Safe!
✓ Stay in your vehicle at all times.
✓ Pull forward as far as possible.
✓ Follow staff directions.
✓ Drive slowly and watch for students and staff.






Lost and Found


It's very early in the year and we have items in our lost and found. If your child is missing anything, please have them take a look or feel free to come and take a look yourself.
Lost and found items are donated at the end of each quarter. 
Thank you 


Reporting an Absence


If your student will be absent from school, please notify us by one of the following methods:
 
Call the school office: 
317-336-7760



Email:
vikki.foggin@mtvernonschools.org
mes.attendance@mvcsc.k12.in.us


Helpful Links




McCordsville Elementary School
7177 N. 600W
McCordsville
IN, 46055

Phone: 317-336-7760
Fax: 317-336-7765
www.mes.mvcsc.k12.in.us