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Don’t Miss the 1st MCN General Membership Meeting on Sept. 6

Take Part in This Important Community Meeting! Learn more about what the MCN does year-round. See you all there!

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Language at Lunch on Fridays Beginning September 13

New (Optional) Program for 2024-25! Starts September 13, 2024 Have fun learning a new language from all around the world on Fridays! Sessions will be in FULL IMMERSION. The challenge of understanding through games, music, and activities will be fun…

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ICYMI: BTSB Wealth of Info

August 18, 2024 (SUN) 2 – 4 pm Come to the Back to School Bash, and find out what’s in store for the new school year! Chorus performance at 3:30! You are welcome to drop-off supplies during this event. MCN Dashboard Page Download MCN at a…

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A Welcome Back-to-School Treat for Our MATES Staff!

August 19, 2024 Enjoying a little Back-to-School treat from Wood Ranch before classes start! TEACHER & STAFF LUNCHEON PAGE

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Art at Lunch on Tuesdays Beginning September 10

Every Tuesday | Starts September 10, 2024 * GRADES ALTERNATE WEEKLY – SEE ART@LUNCH SCHEDULE Art@Lunch is a FUN & FREE program open to ALL students every Tuesday during their lunch period. There is NO NEED TO SIGN UP –…

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Last Park Playdate This Weekend Before School Starts!

AUGUST 4, 2024 (4 pm) Old Meadows Park This SUNDAY! All are welcome for the MCN’s second and last park play date before school starts! New families can also learn how to get involved with our amazing school! JULY 21,…

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The MCN Executive Board Kicks-off Planning for the 2024-25 School Year

The MCN Executive Board kicked-off the 2024-25 School Year with a special dinner meeting at our Co-President’s lovely home. We welcomed new members as well as returning members. We’re so excited to share what we have in store for the…

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MATES Park Playdate This Weekend!

Don’t forget this weekend is the first of two MATES family get-togethers!! Such a fun way to meet new friends, and learn about our wonderful school.  Welcome, new MATES families! Join us for two Sundays of community fun! JULY 21,…

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Culmination Day

T-MINUS MINIMUM DAY THE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! Make sure you plan for the last day of school early dismissal on Friday, June 7, 2024.  FREE DRESS on the last day of school! LOST AND FOUND: END OF YEAR DONATIONS!!…

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ICYMI, There’s Still Time to Shop the Book Fair Online!

* ONLINE SHOPPING: May 17th (Fri) – May 30th (Thu) Shop online for an expanded selection of exclusive books, new releases, value packs, etc. All orders ship home, and book-only orders over $25 ship free. Buy One, Get One and…

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ICYMI! MATES Open House was Packed!

MATES Open House 2024 Well, THAT was amazing.. an unprecedented gift to the school from MCN Mates Community Network and all the fundraising efforts of the MATES community, sponsors, and supporters! See how all the MCN funds have been used….

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Another Stellar MATES Benefit Dinner and Auction!

We appreciate everyone’s contribution in making this a successful evening! Thank you to our Fundraising Chairs, Arezou Zaidi and Nancy Melgar, and the Benefit Dinner Committee for all their hard work preparing for this event! Thank you to our MATES…

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Benefit Dinner Auction Closes at 10 pm Tonight

See you all for a stellar celebration! Keep the bidding going. We will reach that GOAL tonight! Check out these newly added items! ICYMI, there are still items with no bids. BENEFIT DINNER AND AUCTION PAGE

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2024 – 2025 School Supplies Now Available

1st Day School Supplies Order by July 1st! 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 2023-24 GRADE LEVEL SUPPLY LISTS

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Don’t Miss the Last General Membership Meeting During the MATES Open House

Watch the Year in Review video for 2023-24, and see what your generous contributions do for MATES! Where do my donations go? MCN General Membership Meeting Agenda, May 22, 2024 Showcasing all the kids have accomplished in class! Pop in…

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MATES Volunteer Tea

May 8, 2024 (Wed) 8:30 – 9:30 am If you have volunteered in ANY capacity at MATES, join in celebrating YOU!!! Schedule of performances (times are approximate): 8:40 – 5th Grade 8:45 – 4th Grade 8:50 – 2nd Grade 8:55…

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Save the Date, and Pop in the MATES Book Fair!

Spring Book Fair: May 20 – 23, 2024 (M – Th) Mon – Fri | BEFORE SCHOOL (7:45 – 8 am), DURING RECESS & LUNCH, & AFTER SCHOOL Additional Hours: DURING OPEN HOUSE on May 22nd (Thu) | 5:30 –…

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Decades of Appreciation

In our Thankful ERA! ❤️ April 29 – May 3, 2024 (M – F) We just ADORE each & every one of you. Thank you for all you do to make our school the best. Our teachers, specialists, and the…

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Earth Day Family Fun!

April 20 (SAT) 9 am | Wildwood Park Nature Scavenger Hunt Lots of family fun! Bring a water and snack. April 22 (MON) | MATES Blue Jeans Go Green Recycle your denim. Receive an Earth Day pin!

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What an Unforgettable International Night!

We traveled, immersed in culture, enjoyed the entertainment, ate a LOT, and our hearts are FULL!!! Thank you, Dream Team! International Night Page

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