MATES Community Network
Parent/Teacher Supporting Organization for Meadows Arts & Technology Elementary School
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Planning on Volunteering at School? Don’t Miss Tomorrow’s Orientation
Volunteer Orientation * ✓ SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 (THU | 8:30 – 9:30 am) ✓ MATES MPR or Zoom Meeting ID: 569 240 3677 ✓ Do you plan on volunteering ** at MATES or in any MCN event or committee? Join…
Read More🎺 So JAZZED to Meet You All Soon!!! 🎺
Selvin’s Restaurant + Lounge September 18, 2025 (THU) 6:30 – 9:30 pm ♬ 🎺 We Can’t Wait!!! 🎺 ♬ nightprograms@matesmcn.net FREE adults-only event Heavy appetizers & non-alcoholic drinks * Alcoholic drinks available for purchase ♬ So Jazzed to Thank Our…
Read More🎵 Stay Tuned for Music Day/Night — Coming Soon! 🎵
Parent Volunteers Needed to Help Support Performers Throughout the Day! Volunteers will assist with small but important tasks: Helping entertainers in classrooms Making sure everything runs smoothly We appreciate your help! ✨ Join Us for MATES Music Night! ✨ 📅 Date:…
Read MoreDon’t Miss All These Fun Events Happening Today!
Today’s Events Run Club Kick-off ✓ SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 (TUE | 7:45 – 8:05 am) (the lower field track) ✓ Parents and caregivers are welcome! ✓ Sorry, NO non-MATES siblings and jogging strollers on the track ✓ PERMISSION SLIP required…
Read MoreMarketplace on September 9 if You Need More Uniforms!
Every 2nd Tuesday of the month September 9 | 1 – 2 pm | Near the Flag Pole Get Your Uniform Up to Code! Purchase gently used MATES clothing at a fraction of the price while raising money for the…
Read MoreKick-off a Great Year on September 5th!
1st MCN General Membership Meeting 📅 September 5, 2025 (Fri)🕓 8:30 am (right after Director’s Dialogue)📍 MATES MPR Come take part in this important community meeting, and learn more about what the MCN does year round. We will be: hello@matesmcn.net…
Read MoreSponsorship Opportunities
Find the Right Fit for You, and Make a Difference at MATES! MCN is the parent/teacher organization that supports Meadows Arts and Technology Elementary School (MATES) and provides fundraising and programs that benefit MATES. MCN is a 501(c)3 organization #…
Read MoreCourtesy, Safety, & Parking Lot Reminders
As we head into the 2025–26 School Year, let’s make sure drop-off and pick-up are smooth, safe, and stress-free for EVERYONE! 💙 ❌ WHAT NOT TO DO: ❌🚫 DO NOT hop out of your car in the drop-off line: ‘Blow…
Read MoreDon’t Miss Our First Restaurant Night of the School Year!
Dave & Buster’s, TO | September 9 (TUE) 4 – 7 pm Put the FUN in FUNDRAISING!!! 20% of all food, non-alcoholic beverages, & gameplay goes to MATES! MUST present FLYER at the time of purchase RESTAURANT NIGHTS PAGE
Read MoreHelp Our Kids Go the Distance!
📣 Calling All Super Parents!!! 🗣️ We are looking for an enthusiastic volunteer to lead our Run Club as the program Chair for the 2025-26 school year. Together with other amazing parent volunteers, you will lead a group of kids…
Read MoreOrder Your Language@Lunch Shirts by Sept. 10 – Deadline Extended!
Language@Lunch Shirts ONLY $16 Each! Language@Lunch is a lunchtime (optional) program that offers your child the fun of learning languages from all over the world. Place your order for these cute shirts (also optional) that can be worn on Fridays!…
Read MoreArt@Lunch Shirts Available until Sept. 10 – Deadline Extended!
Art@Lunch Shirts ONLY $9.75 Each! Art@Lunch is a FUN & FREE program open to ALL students every Tuesday during their lunch period. Students get to work with their hands and create with many different types of materials in a happy,…
Read More📣 Presenting the 2025–2026 MCN Executive Board Slate!
We appreciate these dedicated parents who volunteer their time and talents to help support our school community, enhance student experiences, and strengthen the home/school connection. The official voting took place on May 2nd during our 3rd General Membership Meeting right…
Read MoreMCN 2024-25 Year in Review
MATES Open House 2025 Tonight, our amazing MCN Mates Community Network presented the school with a check for over $137,000 raised through the incredible support of our school community, generous sponsorships, and heartfelt donations! This is more than just a…
Read MoreDiamonds and Emeralds on a Glamorous Night!
16th Annual MATES Benefit Dinner & Auction 🌟📽️🎞️ HOLLYWOOD GLAM!!! 🌟📽️🎞️ What a night! It was so amazing to see you all glammed up and dressed to the nines on Friday evening for a celebration full of joy, community, and…
Read More4th MCN General Membership Meeting During MATES Open House
MATES Open House 2025 📅 May 21, 2025 (Th)🕓 5:30 – 7:30 pm📍 MATES campus As we approach the end of another wonderful school year, we invite you to our MATES Open House to celebrate our students’ achievements and reflect…
Read MoreLearn Swedish for Our Final Language@Lunch
May 16, 2025 – SWEDISH (ALL GRADES) Have fun learning a new language from all around the world every other Friday! Sessions will be in FULL IMMERSION. The challenge of understanding through games, music, and activities will be fun for…
Read MoreLast Day to Let Your Voice Be Heard!
2024-25 MCN SURVEY The MATES Community Network (MCN) would love to hear from YOU! Please take a minute to answer a few questions, and share your thoughts and feedback. ALL ANSWERS ARE CONFIDENTIAL. For Real.
Read MoreMATES Volunteer Tea
🍵🌸💖 We’re Steeping in Gratitude ☕😊 Thank You for Celebrating with Us! 🍵🌸💖 It takes a village, and WOW — what an amazing one we have! 🌼🕊️🌸This year’s MATES Volunteer Tea was all about showing love and appreciation to the…
Read More“You’re the Best Part of Our Story!”
🌟 Staff Appreciation Week 2025 🌟 (April 28th – May 2nd) We celebrated the wonderful MATES Staff who inspire, guide, and shape the minds of our children. Their passion, patience, and dedication make a lasting difference every single day. We…
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