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Parent/Teacher Supporting Organization for Meadows Arts & Technology Elementary School
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Learn 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…
Read MoreLearn German This Friday During Language@Lunch
May 2, 2025 – GERMAN 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 the children’s…
Read MoreMCN General Membership Meeting #3 on May 2
You are invited to join the 3rd MCN General Membership Meeting on May 2, in the MPR, immediately following the Director’s Dialogue. We will be sharing general and financial updates for the current year as well as the Board slated…
Read MoreRestaurant Nights on April 29 is a WIN-WIN!
🍕 Winners Pizza, TO | April 29 (TUE) ALL DAY 🍕 Stop by for a winning dinner – just a short walk from the Civic Arts Plaza! Come hungry, leave happy, and help us make a difference — one pizza…
Read MoreStill Glowing from the MATES Family Dance!
What a night to remember — full of laughter, dancing, and so much neon joy under the 💚GLOW💜 theme! ⚡️🪩🌈 Huge shoutout to the amazing Lindsey Rosen for her incredible leadership and making the magic happen! We couldn’t have had…
Read MoreCelebrating Women in History
✨ Celebrating the Strength, Courage, and Brilliance of Some Amazing Women Who Shaped History! 👩🏽🦱👩⚕️📜 Every year, MATES honors women who have made a difference in the world. Our 5th graders brought these inspiring stories to life in an unforgettable…
Read MoreLearn Korean This Friday During Language@Lunch
April 4, 2025 – KOREAN 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 the children’s…
Read More2025-2026 School Supplies Now Available
MCN Has Partnered with 1st Day School Supplies Order by July 1st, 2025! Purchasing from 1st Day School Supplies is optional. MCN has partnered with this vendor for your convenience. Need more information? Contact us at hello@matesmcn.net. MATES 2025-26 GRADE…
Read MoreMATES Marketplace Today!
April 8, 2025 (1 – 2 pm) | Near the Flag Pole Every 2nd Tuesday of the month Get your uniform up to code. Purchase gently used MATES clothing at a fraction of the price while raising money for the…
Read MoreEarn Triple Points for MATES When You Dine-in or Take-out from The Oaks Mall
Program Ends April 30th – Submit Your Receipts Today! MATES is participating in the School Cents program at The Oaks Mall this year! Help our school earn $500 to $2,500 by submitting your receipts from The Oaks Mall between September…
Read MoreOur School Leaders Bring Back Valuable Insights from the 2025 CCSA Conference
Last week, Dr. Walker and Mrs. Dake, along with and a few of our executive board members attended the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA) Conference, gaining valuable insights to bring back to our amazing charter school! 📚✨ From inspiring speakers…
Read MoreJoin the 2025/26 MCN Executive Board!
Help shape MCN’s leadership for SY 2025-26. You or someone you know may be a great fit! For questions, contact Candice Santos, MCN Nominating Committee Chair: cjssolutions4@gmail.com CO-PARLIAMENTARIANS: Melanie Herrera: Melanie.Herrera@matesmcn.net Arezou Zaidi: Arezou.Zaidi@matesmcn.net 2024-2025 MCN Executive Board MCN Bylaws…
Read MoreEarn $500 to $2500 for MATES!
School Cents (The Oaks) September 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025 MATES is participating in the School Cents program at The Oaks Mall this year! Help our school earn $500 to $2,500 by submitting your receipts from The Oaks Mall…
Read MoreStudents Learn to Face Challenges with NED’s Mindset Mission
NED’s Mindset Mission | Mar. 18, 2025 NED takes the students on a captivating 45-minute journey filled with humor, yo yo & magic tricks, puppetry, and story telling. He is on a mission to find his mindset. Led by clues…
Read More❄️ A Magical Winter Art Gallery Showcase! 🖼️🧑🎨🎨
✨ What a Night! ✨ Our Winter Art Gallery was a huge success and a beautiful showcase of our students’ creativity. We couldn’t be more proud of their work! 🖼️🎨✍️ 🗣️ A huge THANK YOU to all of the volunteers…
Read MoreBind All Your Children’s School Memories into a Book!
$3 of each purchase goes back to MATES when you purchase your yearbook. (MATES School Code: 1015671996363053) Make this year special & unforgettable! Help create memories for your child. Click here to upload photos or purchase a yearbook. (MATES School…
Read MoreSpring Photos with Brenda Russett
February 27 – March 7, 2025 Free dress on your picture day!
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