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Happy National Principals Day

Happy National Principals Day

MSE Family,

Today, we celebrate the incredible leaders who set the tone, vision, and culture for our schools every single day.

A special shoutout to our outstanding principals, Caliskan, Ward, Ilhan, and Bradford, for the unwavering commitment you bring to your campuses. Your leadership goes far beyond operations; you inspire excellence, empower teachers, and create environments where students thrive. Thank you for the long hours, the tough decisions, and the heart you pour into this work. Your impact is seen, felt, and deeply appreciated.

We are better because of your leadership.
ALERT
Teacher Appreciation Week Calendar

Teacher Appreciation Week is Here!

We are Flying High with our SUNsational Staff and inviting all students and families to join us in celebrating our amazing teachers! 💙

📅 May 4 – May 8

Throughout the week, students will have the opportunity to show appreciation through thoughtful gestures, kind words, and small tokens of gratitude each day.

💛 Parents & Families:
We encourage you to support your child in participating throughout the week—every gesture makes a difference!

Our teachers inspire, support, and help our students soar to new heights every day ✈️

Thank you, teachers, for being truly SUNsational! ☀️

#FlyingHigh #SUNsationalStaff #TeacherAppreciationWeek #MSEFamily
Graduation Photos

Graduation Photo Reminder

Pre-K and Kindergarten graduation photos will be taken on Thursday, April 30th.
5th and 8th grade graduation photos will be taken on Friday, May 1st.

💲 Photo Package Cost: $40
Includes:

1 (8x10)
2 (5x7)
8 wallet-size photos
1 photo button
1 keychain
📲 Please scan the QR code to pay in advance.
💵 Cash payments will also be accepted on the day of pictures.

📷 Important Reminders:

All students will take a class photo.
Students who are not purchasing individual photos must still be in full uniform and prepared for the class picture.
Teachers will also be included in the class photo.
We’re excited to capture these special moments! 🎉
Sign up to Volunteer for Field Day

Field Day! For Grades PreK-5th is Wednesday, May 13th.

(☝🏽 Form Link for Parents to Sign up to Volunteer for Field Day/
Enlace al formulario para que los padres se inscriban como voluntarios para el Día Deportivo.)

Cost is $20 and includes lunch combo, hot dog or hamburger and t-shirt.
Concessions will be sold!
Money will start being collected on Tuesday, April 21st.

El precio es de $20 e incluye un combo de almuerzo, un perrito caliente o una hamburguesa y una camiseta. ¡Habrá venta de refrigerios! El pago comenzará el martes 21 de abril.
Summer learning 2026

☀️📚 Join Us for Summer Learning at MSE-Mendenhall! 📚☀️

Dear MSE Families,

We invite all students to continue the joy of learning this summer! 🎉 Our Summer Learning Program is the perfect opportunity for students to stay engaged, build confidence, and get a head start on skills for the upcoming school year.

✨ What to Expect:
🎯 A full day of instruction
🔬 Hands-on STEM activities
🎉 Fun, engaging learning experiences
👕 No uniforms required!
🍎 Breakfast, lunch, and a snack provided daily!

This is more than just summer school—it’s Summer FUN with purpose! 💙❤️🦅

📢 ALL students are welcome to attend!

📲 Please scan the QR code on the flyer or click the link to register today!
Let’s keep our Eagles learning, growing, and SOARing all summer long! ☀️🦅

#SummerLearning #MSEEagles #LearningIsFun #SoarAllSummer

🏆📚 It’s Championship Round Time at MSE-Mendenhall! 📚🏆

Dear MSE Families,

The moment we’ve been preparing for is here—our Spring 2026 Testing Season begins April 20, 2026, and it’s officially the Championship Round! 🏀✨

Our students have been working hard all year, and now it’s time to show what they know, stay focused, and finish strong. We are building a true championship mindset and encouraging every Eagle to Rise with Confidence! 💙❤️🦅

During this time, students in grades 2–8 will complete assessments in ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies.

🔗 Click this link to view our testing calendar: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1dy9BHm7rB0XdiKX1lwkfJAo0GkKlZoYYqVfe_gyx0ug/edit?usp=sharing

How You Can Support Your Child:
✅ Ensure your child arrives on time every day
✅ Provide a good night’s rest each evening
✅ Make sure they eat a healthy breakfast
✅ Encourage a positive mindset and confidence
✅ Avoid scheduling appointments during testing days

We believe in our students and know they are ready to SOAR and win in the Championship Round! 🏆

If you have any questions, please contact:
📌 Dean Jones (Grades 2–5)
📌 Dean Clark (Grades 6–8)

Thank you for your continued support!

#ChampionshipRound #TCAPReady #RiseWithConfidence #MSEEagles
As part of this important process, we are asking all families to complete a quick survey. Your voice matters, and your feedback helps us continue to grow and serve our students with excellence!

📣 MSE Families — We Need Your Support! 💙❤️

Memphis School of Excellence has proudly served the Hickory Hill community for over 15 years, and we are currently renewing the charter for our Elementary School (opened in 2017).

As part of this important process, we are asking all families to complete a quick survey. Your voice matters, and your feedback helps us continue to grow and serve our students with excellence!

📝 Please take a moment to complete the survey below:

https://forms.gle/QMJWzat52pe3qovQ7

⭐ This survey also allows you to show your support for MSE as we work to continue serving our students for the next 10 years!

⏱️ Takes less than 3 minutes

💬 Your feedback makes a difference

Thank you for your continued support and for being a part of the MSE family! 🦅✨
Saturday Tutoring MSEM

📚✨ Saturday Tutoring at MSEM ✨📚

We are excited to continue offering Saturday Tutoring to support student growth and achievement!
🗓 Date: This Saturday
⏰ Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
(Please arrive by 7:50 a.m.)
👕 Dress Code:
Students do not have to wear uniforms; however, they must be appropriately dressed (school-appropriate clothing).
🥐🍎 A light breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Saturday Tutoring is an important opportunity to stay on track and continue progressing toward academic goals.
We look forward to seeing our students ready to learn and grow! 🦅💙❤️
Let’s continue to Show Up, Own It, Achieve, and Rise — the MSEM way!
Big 15 sale

🎉 BIG 15 SALE – Celebrating 15 Years! 🎉

In honor of our 15th anniversary, we’re excited to offer a special deal on ALL uniform shirts! 👕

🗓 Sale Dates: May 1st – May 15th
💲 Price: ONLY $15 each
👕 Includes BOTH long sleeve & short sleeve shirts!

🔥 SPECIAL OFFER: Buy 4, Get 1 FREE! 🔥
(Perfect time to stock up for the rest of the year!)

⚠️ While supplies last
⚠️ Limited supply of elementary sizes available

📈 Prices will increase starting May 16th — don’t miss this deal!

Let’s celebrate 15 amazing years together—grab your shirts and show your school pride! ❤️💙

📣 Buy now before they’re gone!
Dismissal Update

📢 Important Dismissal Update – Please Read Carefully

Last week presented some unexpected challenges with early dismissal on Thursday and Friday. While it was not ideal, I am truly grateful for your patience, flexibility, and partnership. Challenges often bring lessons, and we are committed to using those lessons to improve our systems for safety and efficiency.

As a result, we are making a small but important change to dismissal procedures:

🚗 Car Rider Line:
We ask that all students be picked up through the designated car rider line no later than 3:30 PM.

🏫 After 3:30 PM:
Students who are not picked up by 3:30 PM in the car rider line will be relocated to the Elementary Cafeteria for pickup.

🚫 Front of Building Pickup:
Beginning today, students will no longer be picked up at the front of the building. All late pickups must report to the Elementary Cafeteria.
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