This past week, our fifth grade students kicked off state testing with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) Assessment. This coming week, students in Grades 3, 4, and 5 will begin the ELA Smarter Balanced Assessment.

Our younger students look up to our older learners and have been cheering them on—they are proud of their hard work and effort!

Above is a quick video you can share with your child as a reminder to always do their best and keep getting 1% better each day.

We appreciate your support in helping students feel confident and prepared. Please ensure your child is well-rested, arrives on time, and is ready to do their best each day.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting our students!

Dear Families,

This spring, our elementary students will participate in a special Kids Vote initiative connected to the 250th celebration of American democracy.

This experience helps students:

All funds collected will be shared among the three charities, with students deciding how the funds are allocated. (1st place will receive 50%, 2nd will receive 30%, and 3rd will receive 20%)

We hope you’ll join us in making this a meaningful and memorable civic experience for our students.

As we close Autism Acceptance Month, the Stepney community will participate in Different Minds, One Community Week (April 27–May 1).

Throughout the week, we will focus on understanding and celebrating neurodiversity—the idea that all brains work in unique and valuable ways.

Each day will highlight an important theme, including understanding brain differences, celebrating strengths and interests, building empathy around sensory needs, respecting different ways of communicating, and fostering a strong sense of belonging and inclusion.

Our goal is to continue building a school community where every child feels seen, valued, and supported—living out our commitment to “Be You, Be Kind…Each Child, Every Day.”

🌼 APRIL 2026

🌼 MAY 2026

Monroe Parents' Council is accepting nominations for the “Regina Ogden Friends of Education” award. This award recognizes our unsung heroes of education, and was named after Mrs. Regina Ogden, an active parent volunteer who exemplified the spirit of this award. We are asking you to nominate an individual who has made and continues to make a conscientious effort to improve public education in Monroe. This person's contributions and efforts may be related to a particular school or delivered district wide. We know that many in the community contribute to the success of Monroe School District and with this award, we seek to honor those who go above and beyond for the children of our community.

 

Recipients of the award will be publicly honored at a reception prior to the June Board of Education meeting on June 1, 2026 at 6pm.

Please submit your nominations by May 4, 2026. For any questions, please email monroeparentscouncil@gmail.com