The WAG 6/3/19 – 6/9/19

Monday, June 3rd

  • 8:40 AM MBE Volunteer Tea in the Staff Lounge
  • 9:20 AM – 10:20 AM Grade 4 Team Meeting
  • 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM Summer Health and Wellness Fair at Rochester High School
  • 5:30 PM – 6:30 PMTransitional Kindergarten Information Night at McGregor
  • 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM at Hampton

Tuesday, June 4th

  • Eid al-Fitr
  • Walk/Bike to School
  • 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM ASD EOY Field Trip
  • 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM Grade 2 Team Meeting
  • 1:25 PM – 2:25 PM Grade 1 Team Meeting
  • 3:15 PM MBE Alumni Graduating Senior Clap Out at MBE
  • 6:30 PM General PTA Meeting in the Media Center
  • 7:00 PM RHS Graduation at O’Rena

Wednesday, June 5th

  • SAC Recognition Day
  • 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM Grade 3 Team Meeting
  • 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM 5th Grade Visit to West Middle School
  • 11:20 AM – 1:15 PM Lunch and Art With Mr. Berg (Carnival Raffle Winners)
  • 4:00 PM MBE Staff EOY/Retirement Celebration
  • 7:00 PM AHS Graduation at O’Rena

Thursday, June 6th

  • 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM MBE Child Study TEAM
  • 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM MBE ASD TEAM

Friday, June 7th

  • MBE Field Day (contact your teacher for detalis)
  • 8:30 AM – 8:50 AM Kindergarten Donuts with Dads
  • 12:10 PM – 12:50 PM Kindergarten End of the Year Pizza Party
  • 1:00 PM ECSE Ice Cream Social at Rochester Municipal Park
  • 2:35 PM – 3:35 Kindergarten Team Meeting

Saturday, June 8th

  • No Special Events

Sunday, June 9th

  • No Special Events

MBE PTA Board And Committees 2019 – 2020

Introducing your 2019-20 PTA Board…

President: Jamie Rawcliffe

Vice President: Emily Perez

Treasurer: Kristine Ma 

Recording Secretary: Sheila Derrickson

Corresponding Secretary: OPEN

At the May general meeting next year’s PTA board was elected. However, there are still plenty of opportunities to get involved and volunteer for both big and small jobs. No prior PTA experience is necessary to serve in these positions; you will  receive guidance and support from the PTA Board. If you’re interested in serving or able to help with any of the committees listed, please contact Jamie Rawcliffe (Jamie.rawcliffe@gmail.com). 

Art to Remember Co-Chair

This committee helps coordinate the Art to Remember fundraiser, working with the art teacher(s) to coordinate timing and deadlines, as well as communicate fundraiser details to families. Volunteers are needed to process orders as well as distribute ordered items. 

**This volunteer opportunity is perfect for parents/guardians who are looking for a shorter term commitment and some of the work can be done from home. This job takes place between September and December. 

Field Day Chair

This event is held at the end of the school year and is devoted to having fun physical activities outside of the classroom environment with the focus on team/classroom cooperation. This committee coordinates with the physical education teacher in gathering volunteers and needed supplies for the event. 

**This volunteer opportunity is perfect for parents/guardians who are looking for a short-term commitment. Would need to be available the day of Field Day in June. 

Fun Run Co-Chairs

This is one of the PTA’s primary fundraisers. Responsibilities include event planning, soliciting donations for prizes, communicating the event details to students and families, collecting monetary donations, distributing prizes, gathering volunteers for the event, as well as coordinate the students at the event. (September-November) 

**This volunteer opportunity is perfect for parents/guardians who are looking to get more involved, enjoy fundraising and have time to be at school during the day. This job takes place from September to November.  

Green Schools Chair 

This committee organizes recycling, reusing and reducing activities and projects for Meadow Brook students and staff. Volunteers are also needed to plant the raised garden beds by the playground area in the spring. (

**This volunteer opportunity is perfect for parents/guardians who are looking to get a bit more involved, and while projects take place throughout the year, is not a huge time commitment. 

Ice Cream Social

Volunteers coordinate the publicity and ice cream vendors for this free event in late May to welcome new families and provide a fun evening for existing students and families to socialize. 

**This volunteer opportunity is perfect for parents/guardians who are looking for a short-term commitment. Would need to be available the evening of the Ice Cream Social in May  

Math Pentathlon

Run the after-school program that practices math skills and logical reasoning. Games are used to strengthen basic math skills, develop good sportsmanship, and foster creative thinking. Parent volunteers teach students math games and students participate in yearly competitions.

**This volunteer opportunity is perfect for parents/guardians who are looking to get more involved and have experience with the Math Pentathlon program. This program runs from October to May.  

Meals on Wheels Chair 

This program involves delivering meals to senior citizens within our local community. This job requires communicating with the RCS Council/OPC contact.  

**This volunteer opportunity is perfect for parents/guardians who are looking for a small commitment. Would need to be available at lunchtime on Wednesdays for the 2 or 3 delivery dates…or coordinate with someone who can be. 

Motor Moms and Dads Chair 

This program works with students in Kindergarten and 1st grade to improve their motor skills. Responsibilities include creating a schedule of parent volunteers to assist students once a week with fun physical activities during class time. 

**This volunteer opportunity is perfect for parents/guardians who are looking to get more involved and have time to be at school during the day. This job takes place year round.  

Safe Routes to School

Work with the district Safe Routes committee to find solutions to problem areas around our neighborhood. Coordinate yearly Bike/Walk to School Days.

**This volunteer opportunity is perfect for parents/guardians who are looking to get a bit more involved, and while projects take place throughout the year, is not a huge time commitment. 

Spring Carnival Co-Chair 

This is Meadow Brook’s premier fundraising event of the year. It is held at West Middle School in the spring. The carnival chairs coordinate the event (along with several committees), which includes a basket raffle, bake sale, silent auction, games and more. 

**This volunteer opportunity is perfect for parents/guardians who are looking to get more involved and enjoy fundraising and organizing events. Primary planning from this job is January-April.   

Staff Appreciation Co-Chair

Acknowledge the various members of Meadow Brook’s staff throughout the year and coordinate meals and events to thank them for what they do.

**This volunteer opportunity is perfect for parents/guardians who are looking to get a bit more involved, and while projects take place throughout the year, is not a huge time commitment. 

Reflecting On A Wonderful International Day At MBE!

Be A Meadow Brook Hero!

“In Diversity There is Beauty And There Is Strength!” – Maya Angelou

Greetings, Meadow Brook Partners!

Thank you very much to our incredible PTA and the wonderful volunteers who put their time and energy into making sure that our staff, our parents, and our students had a meaningful, engaging, and fun diversity and inclusion experience on Friday!

Please see below for some reflective sharing on the 2019 MBE International Day Event!

Also, join us on Twitter by following our @ThinkMBE handle for regular Meadow Brook Hero updates!

Thanks again for another great Meadow Brook Event!

Your Meadow Brook Hero Celebration Team

MBE PTA Family Skating Night Is Coming!

Join us for a family fun night at The New Rink in Shelby Township on Thursday May 30th from 6-8 p.m. Cost is $6 per person plus $2 for skate rental, or bring your own skates or blades.

Don’t want to cook that night?

School party special includes 1 whole pizza and 4 16-oz. drinks for $16.

Looking forward to a great family fun event!

Your MBE PTA

The MBE PTA Volunteer Breakfast is on June 3rd – Please Join Us!

Thank you to our incredible MBE volunteers!

The MBE staff would like to honor volunteers at a breakfast to be held on Monday, June 3rd from 8:40-9:40 a.m. in the staff lounge. Childcare is available.

Click this live link to sign up and join the celebration: I Can Attend!

With Gratitude!

Your MBE Staff