Madison Elementary

Students in Mrs. Keiser's class had Art Cart today. Students got to create their own self portraits using pencils, markers, and watercolor. They were challenged to not lift their pencil while creating their portrait. They are all so creative!

First graders practicing missing addend with a game we call, "What's Missing?" Hiding some under, placing some on top to reach a target 🎯 number of 10. A great way to practice number partners for 10!

It was a great day in Ms. Wareheim and Mrs. Hardman's Kindergarten! Students were celebrated for counting to 100 by 10s and 1s and everyone played The Ultimate Game of Tag! 🤩

MADISON EDUCATORS — YOU ROCK! Today was a special day at Madison Elementary as several of our amazing educators were presented with “YOU ROCK!” awards by Superintendent Willis! The Wood County Schools YOU ROCK! Recognition Program is a wonderful way to celebrate employees who make a difference every day — those who go the extra mile, demonstrate outstanding teamwork, show kindness, support others, and make Wood County Schools a better place for students and staff. We are incredibly proud to see our Madison Mustangs recognized! These educators work hard each day to support our students, encourage their growth, build relationships, and make Madison a special place to learn and work. Congratulations to our Madison YOU ROCK! recipients! Your dedication does not go unnoticed, and we are so grateful for everything you do! Do you know a Wood County Schools employee who deserves to be recognized? You can nominate your favorite educator or WCS employee for a YOU ROCK! Award and help celebrate someone who makes a difference! 👉 Submit a nomination here: YOU ROCK! https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/forms/you-rock-employee-appreciation-initiative #MadisonMustangs #YouRock

Picture Day is Coming! 📸

Mark your calendars! Picture Day is Wednesday, September 30!

Order Online: Visit mylifetouch.com and use Picture Day ID: EVTSWBKWT

💡 Tip: Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!

Ordering Options:

Your child can bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day
Orders placed after Picture Day must be completed online at mylifetouch.com
We can't wait to capture those smiling faces! 😊

Free Halloween Costumes Available! 🎃👻

We're excited to share that a wonderful local Girl Scout group has generously offered to provide Halloween costumes for Madison students again this year!

If your child would benefit from a costume, we'd love to help—please complete the survey below:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/d5fNjMaWqg

Please note: We have a limited number of costumes available, and since these are donated items, we're unable to accommodate specific costume requests. We'll reach out to you as soon as costumes arrive.

Thank you so much for your understanding, and we hope this helps make Halloween special for your family! 🧡

⏰ Mrs. Tucker's Tech Tip Tuesday
Technology is a wonderful tool, but balance is important. Consider creating screen-free times during meals, family activities, or before bedtime.
Healthy technology habits help children learn, sleep, and connect with others.

Mrs. Davis’s fourth grade class has been learning all about optimism with Ms. Erin, our wonderful school counselor.

She has been working with us using the little spot of optimism to help students understand that even when things feel difficult, we can choose to look for the good, find hope, and believe that better things are ahead. We are learning that optimism doesn't mean everything is always perfect, rather it means believing that we can handle challenges and that tomorrow is a new opportunity.

Thank you, Ms. Erin, for helping Mrs. Davis’s fourth graders grow not only as students, but as positive, hopeful people!

Mrs. Davis’s fourth graders have been getting creative with Zentangle cats. Our artists designed their cats’ using patterns made only in black and white, focusing on lines, shapes, and details to make each one unique. Students then created bright, colorful backgrounds to make their black-and-white cats really stand out.

We love seeing how each student's creativity and personality shine through in their artwork! Great job fourth graders!

Today, our fourth graders participated in a Title I event all about science fair projects and the scientific process. Our students learned about what is expected when creating a science fair project and the steps scientists take to investigate questions and find answers.

Mrs. Hamilton walked students through an example science fair project, and our students followed along as she explained each step of the process. Parents were invited to join us, and our amazing staff members were there to help and encourage students along the way.
One of the biggest lessons our fourth graders learned today was that scientists aren't always correct, and that's okay! Sometimes an experiment doesn't turn out the way you expected. Scientists learn from their mistakes, make changes, and keep trying.

We loved watching our fourth graders learning, researching, questioning, and discovering that sometimes the best part of science is figuring out what to try next!

Special thanks to our Title I teachers and Mrs. Hamilton for all the work they put into preparing for this event.

Picture Day is coming on Wednesday, September 30!

You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTSWBKWT. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!

Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online on mylifetouch.com.

💛🎗️ MADISON GOES GOLD! 🎗️💛 Today, our Madison Mustang Family went GOLD in support of children and families facing pediatric cancer. Our staff members dressed in gold to show that even a small gesture can send a powerful message of hope, love, strength, and support. 💛 Our Climate & Culture Committee also collected a donation for BrAva, a local organization dedicated to supporting families of children battling cancer. Today was about more than wearing gold—it was about showing our students what it means to care for others, stand together, and make a difference in our community. I couldn’t be more proud of our Madison staff! 💛 Your willingness to come together and support children and families is just one more reason why Madison is such a special place to be. Thank you, Madison staff, for Going Gold and showing our Mustang pride! 🐴💛 Together, we shine brighter. ~ Mrs. Plumly ✨ #MadisonMustangs #GoGold #PediatricCancerAwareness #BrAva #MustangFamily #MadisonProud #TogetherWeCan

🔬🐴 Learning Together at Madison Elementary! 🐴🔬 Madison Elementary offered a Title I Parent Involvement Activity designed to bring students and families together for some hands-on learning! Our students and parents learned how to complete a science fair project—from choosing a question and developing a hypothesis to conducting an experiment, recording results, and presenting their findings. This activity was a wonderful opportunity to help our Mustang families learn more about the Wood County Science Fair and how students can participate. Wood County Schools has a long-standing tradition of celebrating student science projects, with elementary students competing in categories such as biology, chemistry, physics, earth/environmental science, engineering, and more. ❤️ Why Title I Matters Title I provides additional resources and support to help schools provide students with opportunities to succeed academically. These resources can support learning experiences, instructional materials, family engagement, and other services that supplement the education students receive every day. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Why Parent Involvement Matters When families take an active role in their child’s education, children see that learning is important both at school and at home. Parent involvement helps strengthen communication between families and teachers, builds confidence, encourages curiosity, and gives children another important support system as they learn and grow. At Madison, we believe education is a team effort—and our Mustang Family is strongest when we learn together! 💙🐴 We’re excited to give our students and families the tools to ask questions, investigate, discover, and become young scientists! 🔬✨ Go Mustangs! 💙🤍 #MadisonMustangs #ParentInvolvement #FamilyEngagement #ScienceFair #YoungScientists #MustangFamily

Mrs. Beachs class continues to lead the race for being attendance champs!!

Picture Day Volunteers Needed! 📸

We need parent volunteers for Picture Day on Wednesday, September 30! We're looking for two volunteers and one alternate to help make the day run smoothly.

Requirements: Volunteers must have a completed background check on file.

Ready to help? Sign up here:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/KpkNX32sVS(opens in new tab)

Thank you for supporting Madison Elementary!

Mrs. Tennant's Pre-K class learned about apples this week along with our senses unit of study. We made applesauce, painted apples, and did apple math problems as well as many other activities. The students had so much fun learning about apples and their senses this week.

Student Leadership Announcements! 🌟

We are excited to share that student leadership positions were announced today! Students chosen for these important school roles will be bringing home a letter this afternoon that explains their responsibilities and why they were selected.

Parents: Please review the letter with your child, complete the acknowledgment form at the bottom, and return it to school. Your signature confirms that you agree for your child to participate in this leadership opportunity.

Thank you for supporting our young leaders as they serve Madison Elementary and represent the Mustang MUSTs! 💙💛

We're excited to share that a local Girl Scout group has generously offered to provide Halloween costumes for Madison students again this year! If your child would benefit from a costume, we'd love to help—please complete the survey below.Please note that we have a limited number of costumes available, and since these are donated items, we're unable to accommodate specific costume requests. We'll reach out to you as soon as costumes arrive.Thank you so much for your understanding, and we hope this helps make Halloween special for your family!

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/d5fNjMaWqg

Mrs. Reid's 2nd grade class celebrated the start of fall with STEM centers. Students constructed apple carriers with LEGO, made leaf rubbings, and tested the best ways to stack apples.

🔬✨ Calling All Fourth Grade Families! ✨🔬 Join us this Friday, September 25th, at 1:30 PM for our Fourth Grade Family Science Fair Event! We’ll walk families through the science fair process, from choosing a topic to creating and presenting a project. Come learn, explore, and discover how you can support your child along the way! We can’t wait to see you at Madison Elementary School! 🧪💙💛