MATES Community Network
Parent/Teacher Supporting Organization for Meadows Arts & Technology Elementary School
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🎺 So JAZZED to Meet You All!!! 🎺
Selvin’s Restaurant + Lounge September 18, 2025 (THU) 6:30 – 9:30 pm ✨ What a Night! ✨ Thank you to everyone who came out to our MCN Welcome Social — we were truly jazzed to see you! 🎺🎶🎼🎵🎷 Your energy…
Read MoreWin 2 Front Row Tickets to a Grade Level Performance of Your Choice!
Last Day is Friday, September 19! Donate by 5:00 PM! 💙🦅 Thank You for Helping Our School Soar!!! 🦅💙 MCN PROGRAMS
Read MoreMovie Night Coming Soon! 🎞️ 🎥
Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, & the whole family for an evening of fun & relaxation! Feature film info coming soon! ✨ Don’t miss this chance to relax, connect, and make memories together. See you there! * You must have…
Read MoreLanguage@Lunch was Another Kick-off Milestone!
Learn German with Us This Friday, Sept. 26! See the SCHEDULE This returning program is an exciting step into the children’s journey to language fluency. Thank you to all the kids who came and to all the wonderful volunteers who…
Read MoreDon’t Miss Your Chance to Win Family Movie Night Front Row Tickets!
Last Day is Friday, September 12! Donate by 5:00 PM! 💙🦅 Thank You for Helping Our School Soar!!! 🦅💙 MOVIE NIGHT PAGE
Read MoreOur First Art@Lunch of the Year was a HIT!
🎨🖌️ What an Amazing Kick-off! 🎨🖌️ We appreciate all the kids who showed up and especially thank the amazing volunteers who helped. Thank you to our Daytime Programs Co-Chairs, Lauren Zurian and Rebecka Wolowitsch-Hill, for organizing, and to our Art@Lunch…
Read More🏃🏻♂️➡️ 🏃➡️ Run Club Kicked-off; The Kids Hit the Ground Running! 🏃♀️🏃🏻♀️
What a Great Way to Start the Day! Thank you to all the motivated students, parents, and volunteers who were up bright and early to start the day high on energy! Keep on moving, get your blood pumping, and go…
Read MorePlanning 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: Sharing…
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 new 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…
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