Dear MCS Families,
5/10/2013 - From Dr. Axman
The excitement is building for the performances of the Moscow Charter School play 'These are the days of Our Earth'. I hope you have had an opportunity to look at the practice schedule and the notes regarding costume requirements. We will be rehearsing next week over at Moscow High School ... [more]
50/50 Raffle
5/10/2013 - Parent Action Team
The PAT has worked extremely hard this year to raise money to enhance the play space for our kids. We are just over halfway to our goal with our current amount of funds raised sitting at $8288.55 and almost have enough to complete Phase 1!
We will be holding a 50/50 ... [more]
Teacher Appreciation Week
5/10/2013 - Parent Action Team
It is Teacher Appreciation Week and we would like to thank ALL of our teachers for all they do for our school and our kids. Your hard work does not go unnoticed!!
Parents feel free to give them a shout out on our Facebook page, or maybe just when you see ... [more]
Theater Bouquets For Sale!
5/10/2013 - Parent Action Team
Theater Bouquet
Order Form
You can purchase a flower and/or balloon theater bouquet from MCS as a way to tell your MCS student “Great Job” after their performance, and to help raise funds for playground equipment!
Roses will be wrapped in tissue paper and tied with a beautiful ribbon. Balloons will be ... [more]
Help clean up the Maranon River
4/29/2013 - Fundraiser
Dear MCS Families,
In keeping with this year's theme, Earth Through Time and History, we would like to participate in a fundraiser to help clean up the Maranon River in Peru.
This is a very important river the contributes to the Amazon and runs all of the way through the ... [more]
Costume List
4/26/2013 - Announcements
MCS Presents:
"These Are The Days of Our Earth"
Location:
Moscow High School
Matinee:
May 15th @ 12:30pm
Evening Performance:
May 16th @ 6:00pm
Questions?
Email Miss Toni
Costumes for the end of the year production!
Kindergarten: Farmers (class)
2 scarecrows, 2 crows, 2 main farmers, horse
Lillian, Soraya, Kyle, Eleanor, Faith, Noah, Brayden
1st Grade: Explorers (boys) Spanish girls in long skirts Asa, ... [more]
Meet the Principal Candidates
4/26/2013 - School Board
Dear MCS Families,
As you may know, Dr. Axman is leaving MCS after this school year to move to Arizona. Our board and search committee have identified two leading candidates for our new principal. These candidates will be visiting MCS in the next two weeks to meet students, teachers, and families. ... [more]
Dear MCS Families
4/19/2013 - From Dr. Axman
Thank you to all who participated in our Spring Showcase and Book Fair last night. The teachers and students really gave us great examples of the excellent work we do here at Moscow Charter School. A big thank you to Brenda Reindeu for her work on the book fair. It ... [more]
Moscow CommUNITY Walk
4/13/2013 - Community Event
Moscow CommUNITY Walk
Homepage
When?
Saturday, April 27th, 2013 | Gathering at 12:00 noon
Where?
Friendship Square
Who?
Moscow Community, anyone & everyone!
At 12:00 noon, Moscow Community members will gather at Friendship Square for music and community speakers.
At 12:30 PM, the Walk will proceed with balloons, banners and flags.
The celebration will continue at East City Park with ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
4/12/2013 - From Dr. Axman
We have a “Poet Society” here at Moscow Charter School. The Pleaides Group has recognized twelve of our students for their poetry writing abilities. The following students will have their poems read at a celebration at the 1912 center on Sunday April 28th: 2nd: grade: Cadence Wilson, Keeahna Clary, Delaura ... [more]
Box Tops Drive
4/12/2013 - Fundraiser
Thank you so much for the great donation of Box Top Labels!
Please keep the coming!
This money is used to replace playground balls, jump ropes, hula hoops and more!
Opportunities are available to add to the MCS cash total received from Box Tops.
1)
Sign up at
www.boxtops4education.com
as a supporter ... [more]
Aluminum Can Fundraiser!
4/12/2013 - Fundraiser
Don't forget to take your cans to Moscow Recycling today and say you are with Moscow Charter School you will get the Can Day Event pricing!
Payout is 50 cents per pound instead of the normal 35 cents per pound! For this fundraiser all we need is your receipt!
Loridee will be at the ... [more]
Scholastic Book Fair
4/12/2013 - Parent Action Team
Shop Online!
April 15 - April 22
The Book Fair was a huge success last night!
If you missed it, don't worry... you can still shop online until Aprill 22nd!
Thank you!
4/12/2013 - Thank You
Thank you to everyone who brought food to the Teacher Appreciation Brunch last Friday! All of the teachers really enjoyed your wonderful food and it helped each of them get through conferences!
Dear MCS Families,
4/4/2013 - From Dr. Axman
Dear Moscow Charter School Families,
Please remember that Friday April 5th is a non-student attendance day. However, it is not a day off for teachers. This will be a full day of parent-teacher conferencing. To help the teachers keep up their energy, the PAT will be providing the teachers with an ... [more]
Bring Cans Tomorrow!
4/4/2013 - Parent Action Team
We are quickly approaching our deadline for our Aluminum Can Fundraiser!
If you have any cans or your neighbors have any cans, gather them up and bring them to the school when you come for conferences!
Loridee Wetzel has gratiously offered to haul the cans down to the recycling center so you ... [more]
Idaho Roks
3/27/2013 - Community Event
Moscow Charter School 2nd graders have become engineers! The class has divided into three teams to solve the Junior FIRST® LEGO® League (Jr.FLL®) Super Seniors Challenge. Each week they get closer to understanding how the world, entertainment, transportation, and technology have changed over the past 60+ years and projecting where it will go ... [more]
Dear MCS Families
3/22/2013 - From Dr. Axman
The Moscow Charter School Board has made arrangements to purchase the property next to the school where the mobile home now sits. Closing will take place in early April. This property addition is exciting news that will support Moscow Charter School’s effort to expand our school to a K-8 school. ... [more]
Dear Parents : From Homa Assefi
3/6/2013 - Community Event
As part of your child’s Language and Culture Education Program at Moscow Charter School, students have recently learned several songs in Spanish which focus on cultural awareness and diversity. As an extracurricular volunteer activity, our students have been invited to sing those songs at the upcoming 2013 Moscow CommUNITY Walk. ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
3/1/2013 - From Dr. Axman
Have you noticed the live web cam of the trout eggs on the Moscow Charter School web site? The students have been gathering around our “Trout Tank” like expectant parents waiting for the babies to come. The due date for the hatchlings to arrive is March 6th but the students ... [more]
Dear MCS 5th and 6th Grade Families,
2/28/2013 - School Board
Parent Meetings
March 4, 3:15 pm
March 5, 7:00 pm
I am delighted to inform you that the Moscow School District Board of Trustees has voted to approve our charter updates. As a result, we are now actively planning to add a 7th grade class at MCS for the 2013-2014 school year, and ... [more]
Kindergarten Open House
2/22/2013 - Announcements
Kindergarten Open House
Moscow Charter School will be having 3 opportunities for families to visit the Kindergarten classroom and tour the school!
Tell your neighbors, tell your friends!
February 28th
1:00 - 3:00
February 28th
5:00 - 7:00
Kindergarten Families will be having a Karaoke night! Stop by, see the classroom, meet Ms. Hoffmeister, have some fun!
March ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
2/22/2013 - From Dr. Axman
Congratulations to Annalie Reed for winning the Moscow Charter School Spelling Bee. She will be representing MCS at the regional Spelling Bee in Lewiston.
Our hard working School Board along with the principal attended a three hour training this past Tuesday night. Our ISBA (Idaho School Board Association) trainer Jackie Hopper ... [more]
PCEI Spring Break Camp
2/21/2013 - After School Program
PCEI
Jump into Spring!
Spring Break Camp
Do you want to learn more about outdoor skills? Learn how to build a shelter, start a fire, and what you need to be aware of your surroundings! Have you wondered how to identify animal tracks and scat? Experience what you cando to open your eyes ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
2/8/2013 - From Dr. Axman
We are getting STEAMed up. Yes, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math are all getting kicked up a notch here at MCS during this second semester. The whole school is getting involved in two major projects which are Steelhead in the classroom sponsored by Idaho Department of Fish and Game ... [more]
Polar Walk!
2/7/2013 - Upcoming Dates
Reminder: Feb. 13th -- this Wednesday-- is Polar Walk!
Parents and children are invited to bundle up and walk together to school! Invite your neighbors to walk with you, form a group, create a group name, look for the stuffed Polar Bears along the way. This is a fun event for ... [more]
Dear MCS Families
1/18/2013 - From Dr. Axman
Moscow Charter School has taken building security very seriously in response the heightened safety concerns that have resulted from the horrific events that occurred at Sandy Hook Elementary. We have evaluated the communication systems that are in place between the buildings. The board is in the process of ordering an ... [more]
Dear Parents and Friends of Moscow Charter School,
1/18/2013 - School Board
As many of you know, the MCS Board has been working on updating our founding charter. These updates reflect changes in technology, state and federal law, and required educational standards since the original charter was approved in 1998. The charter updates do not seek to change MCS’s philosophy or practices, ... [more]
No School Reminder!
1/18/2013 - Upcoming Dates
Reminder, we have a three day week next week!
No School Monday, January 21st - Idaho Human Rights Day
No School Friday, January 25th - Teacher Workday
Dear MCS Families,
1/11/2013 - From Dr. Axman
We are back at school and education is in full swing. Here are some of the highlights of the important news for the week.
The PE department is participating in Elk’s Hoop Shoot. Third through sixth grade classes had an opportunity to try their luck at making baskets. Each child that ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
12/14/2012 - From Dr. Axman
We almost have enough money to buy two water buffaloes The sixth grade did an awesome job with putting together and delivering their presentation on the Heifer Project. Students are enthusiastically donating. It is a gratifying feeling to know that the money raised will truly change the lives of people ... [more]
Heifer Project
12/10/2012 - Fundraiser
"Peace begins when
hunger and poverty end."
"A rising tide lifts all boats"
Hello Parents,
Currently, MCS is raising money for Heifer International. This
worthwhile project places useful animals in deserving villages
throughout the world. The offspring of these animals are also
distributed to others in that village, creating, over time, a more
prosperous environment for all.
The sixth ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
12/7/2012 - From Dr. Axman
Great News Regarding Tax Benefits for your Donation to Moscow Charter School!
Idaho tax credit possible when given to education Reduce Your Taxes!
We encourage every family to carefully review the information and consider your ability to see your tax dollars work for our school. Your contribution to Moscow Charter School ... [more]
Help Wanted
11/30/2012 - Announcements
Brandy Sullivan, parent of 5th grader Terra Sullivan, is a Speech Language Pathologist and she is a field examiner for Pearson, a company that develops and publishes standardized tests.
She is in need of candidates ages 4-25 years old to participate in a project on academic and problem solving skills ... [more]
Dear MCS Families
11/30/2012 - From Dr. Axman
I hope you enjoyed the week-long Thanksgiving break. The children really came back to school with renewed energy for learning. The weather has been kind to us and we are still able to play in the parking lot. So, the four square “courts” are still in use. We appreciate the ... [more]
Thank You!
11/30/2012 - Parent Action Team
The PAT would like to extend a special Thank You to all who contributed to making the Fall Carnival a success again this year! This includes parents who volunteered their time to help set up, clean up, baked goods, sell tickets, run booths, organize the silent auction baskets and games for the ... [more]
Dear Moscow Charter School Families,
11/16/2012 - From Dr. Axman
This Thanksgiving Holiday break is unique because we have the ENTIRE week off.
We will have many exciting activities taking place when we return from this break.
The fourth grade will be in charge of the November 26th
Monday Morning Meeting. We will also be getting ready for “Market,” which will take ... [more]
Dear MCS Families
10/31/2012 - From Dr. Axman
Happy Halloween! As a treat the whole school went on a field trip to the Washington State University campus and visited many of the museums there. So, even though this was a short week we packed a great deal of valuable learning into it.
I hope to see you all sometime ... [more]
Before - After School Care Survey
10/26/2012 - After School Program
Moscow Charter School Survey of Before- and After-School Care Needs
As a service to the Moscow Charter School community, the MCS Board is considering beginning before- and after-school care programs. Currently, as everyone knows, children should not be dropped off at school before 8:00 am and must be picked up no ... [more]
MCS Academy Days - Earth's Fish & Wildlife
10/26/2012 - After School Program
Earth's Fish & Wildlife
Idaho Fish & Game
Thursday, Nov 1st
Dear MCS Families
10/26/2012 - From Dr. Axman
Jack-o'-lanterns are one of the most recognizable symbols when it comes to the Halloween holiday. Did you know Jack-o-lanterns originated from Ireland?
The practice of decorating "Jack-o'-lanterns" comes from an old Irish folktale about a man named Stingy Jack. Turnips and potatoes served as an early canvas, then Irish immigrants brought ... [more]
Dear MCS Families
10/26/2012 - From Dr. Axman
Jack-o'-lanterns are one of the most recognizable symbols when it comes to the Halloween holiday. Did you know Jack-o-lanterns originated from Ireland?
The practice of decorating "Jack-o'-lanterns" comes from an old Irish folktale about a man named Stingy Jack. Turnips and potatoes served as an early canvas, then Irish immigrants brought ... [more]
MCS - Fall Carnival!
10/26/2012 - Parent Action Team
Fall Carnival 2012
Friday, Nov. 9th
Activities
Petting Zoo
Fortune Teller
Bake Sale
Angry Birds
Auction
And so much more!!
The MCS Fall Carnival is happening soon! Please tell your friends, families, and neighbors about this fun family event! Everyone is invited!
Tickets will be available at the door.
Cash or check only: $.50 for ... [more]
Free Basketball Clinic! This Sunday!
10/24/2012 - Community Event
Join Coach Ken Bone and the Washington State
men’s basketball team for a FREE kids’ clinic.
Boys and Girls-grades kindergarten-6th
Sunday, October 28
2:45-4:00 p.m.
Check-in: Begins at 2:15 p.m. in Bohler Gym
Register deadline 5:00 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26; online only
To register:
https://www.athletics.wsu.edu/
mensbasketballcamp/
Questions? Contact Mike Simonson - 509-335-7693 or Msimonson@wsu.edu
Dear MCS Families
10/19/2012 - From Dr. Axman
The weather on the Palouse is always changing. As a result, our lost and found has filled up with jackets and sweat shirts. If you get a chance, come by and check the lost and found for missing items. Also, please be sure that you put names in coats and ... [more]
Make a Difference Day - Tomorrow!
10/19/2012 - Parent Action Team
This Saturday, from 9AM until noon, it is our landscape
day.
It is also the U of I
Make
a
Difference
Day. This means we should have between 15-20 students at the school to help with our project.
Our goal is to work on the walking path that will encircle the school. Specifically, we'll be trimming bushes, ... [more]
Dear MCS Families
10/12/2012 - From Dr. Axman
Thanks to the efforts of many segments of the Moscow Charter School community we have a beautiful green lawn growing in our back area. We want to thank the board for approving funds for the sprinkler system and the grading of the field. Thank you goes out to our generous ... [more]
Thank You!
10/12/2012 - Parent Action Team
The PAT just wanted to say THANK YOU again for all your help completing the sod project!!! We couldn't have done it with out you!!
The field prep and fertilizer day went really well. Thank you very much to the following people who came to help out on Friday:
Anne Wessels
Lisa ... [more]
Support MCS with your Safeway Club Card!
10/11/2012 - Fundraiser
Use your Safeway Club Card to support Moscow Charter School with your regular grocery shopping!
Just follow the instructions below to register your card, and MCS will receive a portion of the amount you spend at Safeway stores each month.
We are working hard to support the teachers, classrooms, and ... [more]
Free After-School Dance Lessons
10/10/2012 - After School Program
Starting October 16th
Returning to Moscow Charter School!!
Free After-School Dance Classes!
Come learn the court and village social dances of the Renaissance and Jane Austen's 18th century England, as well as the traditional English performance dance-forms of Morris Dance
Beginning October 16, 2012
Lessons in English Country Dance will take place in the Multi-Purpose ... [more]
Palouse Spanish After School Program
10/8/2012 - After School Program
Palouse Spanish
After-School Program
Oct 16th - Dec 13th
Tue/Thu 3:05-5:00pm
registration (pdf)
registration (pub)
Hola! We are now accepting 2012 Fall Registrations!
8 week session! (Oct. 16th - Dec. 13th 2012)
(1-6th): Tuesday/Thursday 3:05 - 5:00pm; Moscow Charter School ($175)
Snack, music, supplies and small-group lessons provided by bilingual instructors.
Come join us for Week of Welcome (Oct. 16th ... [more]
Elementary Choir
10/1/2012 - After School Program
ELEMENTARY CHOIR
Who: 3rd – 6th graders who love to sing
When: Mondays and Thursdays from 3:20-4:30
Where: Russell Elementary Music Room 119 N. Adams Street
Cost: $30.00
This year, choir will begin on Monday, October 8, in the Russell School music room. Rehearsals will run from 3:20-4:30 on Mondays and Thursdays and will ... [more]
Skating Classes at the Palouse Ice Rink
10/1/2012 - After School Program
Next session starts October 20, 2012.
Registration forms at www.palouseicerink.com or at the Palouse Ice Rink. Classes held Saturdays, starting at noon or 12:30 depending on experience. Levels for complete beginners to advanced skaters up to spins and jumps. Ages 5 to adult. Sessions are $78 for 5 Saturdays and include skates and ... [more]
Dear MCS Families
9/28/2012 - From Dr. Axman
The back field will finally go green this weekend. You can help. The sod party will start at 7am this Saturday morning. Just come to the school wearing work clothes and ready to place the sod. If you have a bit of muscle and can remember green side up you ... [more]
Box Tops for Education
9/28/2012 - Fundraiser
Opportunities are available to add to the MCS cash total received from Box Tops.
1)
Sign up at
www.boxtops4education.com
as a supporter of MCS.
This gains us 5 box tops or 50 cents for each signup. MCS currently has only 40 online supporters. Remember, family & friends can signup. If they don't want the newsletter, ... [more]
International Walk to School Day
9/28/2012 - Parent Action Team
International Walk to School day is Wednesday, October 3rd!
When you arrive you will receive an apple or a Cliff Bar! This year for the iWalk, our goal at Safe Routes to School is to get at least 4 Walking School Buses walking to school. A Walking School Bus is a ... [more]
Scholastic Book Fair
9/28/2012 - Parent Action Team
Dear Parents and Families:
Reading is the most important skill you can teach a child. Of all the skills children learn, it is the one you can influence the most.
We invite you to visit our Scholastic Book Fair and experience a celebration of reading that provides families the opportunity to get ... [more]
Dear MCS Families
9/20/2012 - From Dr. Axman
This was a short week but we packed a lot into the four days. Picture Day is always a busy event and it filled a large part of Monday Morning. Hopefully the pictures will turn out great. I want a slide show of all the funny face class pictures for ... [more]
2012-2013 Volunteer Form Drive
9/20/2012 - Parent Action Team
2012-2013
Volunteer From
Moscow Charter School depends on our families to help in the classroom, help run events, and help with our fundraising activities. What we are able to do each year is dependent on the number of volunteers who participate. Please take time to fill out our 2012-2013 volunteer form. Carefully ... [more]
Sod Laying Party!
9/20/2012 - Parent Action Team
Sept. 28th & 29th
Dear Parents:
We will need a handful of people to help power rake and fertilize on Friday, Sept 28th, starting right after school and a large group of parents to help us lay sod on Saturday, Sept 29th starting at 8am.
If you are able to help us out, ... [more]
Parent Survey
9/20/2012 - Parent Action Team
Parent Survey
Dear Parents,
Please take a moment to fill out this survey and provide some valuable feedback to the PAT. Your answers will help give us an idea on how to reach out to you and make sure that you feel like you are part of the MCS community. The survey ... [more]
Dear MCS Families
9/7/2012 - From Dr. Axman
I know this is going to be a special year. We have HAD a growing enthusiasm for volunteering here at the school. The children are really focused on learning and we have a new addition of six Service Learning students from the university of Idaho to help individual students with ... [more]
Sod - Coming soon!
9/7/2012 - Parent Action Team
coming soon!
The PAT is happy to announce that we should be ready to lay down the new sod in the back field by the end of the month!
Please stay tuned for further details! We would really appreciate volunteers to help lay the sod and get the field ready to be played ... [more]
Volunteer Form Drive
9/7/2012 - Parent Action Team
Please be looking for a volunteer form coming your way!
We have a wide variety of opportunities for you to make a difference at your child's school!
We need volunteers to come in occasionally to read with students, or fix broken playground equipment, bake goods for our wonderful Staff, help out at ... [more]
Budget Workshop
5/31/2012 - School Board
On June 5, 2012 the Moscow Charter School will hold its annual budget workshop. The annual workshop is designed to highlight the fiscal year 2013 budget and collect input from stakeholders. The workshop begins at 7 p.m. and will be held at the school.
The final proposed budget will be ... [more]
It's time to buy your yearbook!
5/25/2012 - Announcements
Moscow Charter School yearbooks may be purchased in the school office! You have one day left to get your yearbook for the pre-sale price of $12.00! After Tuesday the 29th the price goes up to $15.00.
Allegra Printing, of Moscw has graciously offered to print our full color book for a ... [more]
Dear Moscow Charter School Families
5/25/2012 - From Dr. Axman
This Friday marks the last full week of school. Yes, we only have seven more school days before we start summer vacation. As you know, these last few days are a very busy time. So, please make note of the many end of the year activities that are planned.
Next Tuesday, ... [more]
Box Tops for Education
5/23/2012 - Fundraiser
Learn more ways to earn!
I wish to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed Box Tops for Education over this school year. Please continue to collect them over the summer break, so we can send in another shipment at the beginning of next school year. The results of our ... [more]
Dear Parents,
5/18/2012 - Announcements
Hello, my name is Adam "Mr. Mac" McNamee; I am the Americorps volunteer at Moscow Charter School. To end my year of service I have to present a final project to my superiors at Americorps. I have decided to make a Shutterfly Photo book. While my superiors will see the ... [more]
Dear Moscow Charter School Families,
5/18/2012 - From Dr. Axman
It took the entire Moscow Charter School community to help produce “A Life Time of Water.” Therefore, it is appropriate to thank the parents, the teachers, the students and the high school administrators for helping to make our play such a success. What a great job!
The end of the year ... [more]
Consider ordering a theater bouquet for your MCS student today!
5/11/2012 - Announcements
Click here for
more details!
This year you can purchase a flower or balloon bouquet from MCS as a way to tell your MCS student "Great job" after the theater performance this Thursday night.
Roses will be wrapped in tissue paper and tied with a beautiful ribbon. Balloons will be mylar to ... [more]
Dear Parents,
5/11/2012 - From Dr. Axman
The excitement is building for the performances of the Moscow Charter School “A Lifetime of Water”. I hope you have had an opportunity to look at the practice schedule and the notes regarding costume requirements. We will be rehearsing next week over at Moscow High School on Monday and Tuesday. ... [more]
Spring Market Day
5/4/2012 - Announcements
The kids had a great time at their last Market Day, check out our slideshow! ... [more]
Volunteer Thank You Breakfast - You are Invited!
5/4/2012 - Announcements
Box Tops for Education
5/4/2012 - Fundraiser
If you have been collecting Box Tops, please bring them to the school soon! Our Box Top Coordinator, Laura Williams will be sending in the next shipment this Friday, May 11th!
Thank you!
Letter from the Theater Teacher
4/27/2012 - Announcements
Matinee Performance: May 16th - 12:30pm
Evening Performance: May 17th - 6:00pm
Dear Parents,
Our Play, "A Lifetime of Water", is truly a collaborative effort. Our teachers and students are working on costumes, dances, back drops, props, makeup and even programs. I am very excited for this production and hope it meets your expectations. ... [more]
MCS LOGO - Vote Now!
4/20/2012 - Announcements
This is your last opportunity to voice your opinion! Tell us which MCS Logo you like best! To view the logos and cast your vote... click here!
A Trip To Somewhere Pictures!
4/20/2012 - Announcements
Check out our pictures from Moscow Charter School's "A Trip to Somewhere" on the main page of our site and on our Facebook page!
New MCS Logo? Vote Now!
4/13/2012 - Announcements
Vote now on your favorite logo!
Dear MCS Families
4/13/2012 - From Dr. Axman
Dear Parents,
I know all of you have busy schedules, however, I am asking you to consider volunteering for a position on the Moscow Charter School Board. Many of our members have served their two year terms and the board has several openings. The MCS Board is a working board. As ... [more]
Notice of Schedule Change
4/13/2012 - Parent Action Team
Due to scheduling conflicts we will be postponing the Landscaping Day on Saturday April 14th. We have rescheduled this event for Saturday April 28th from 9-Noon. We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused but we hope that if you have the time, you will join us that day for ... [more]
ISAT Testing
4/13/2012 - Upcoming Dates
We have successfully completed the first week of ISAT testing! You should all be proud of your kids for being so patient and quiet while others are testing. Testing resumes next week. Please remember that it is important for your children to get a good nights sleep and eat a ... [more]
Dear MCS Families
4/6/2012 - From Dr. Axman
Next Tuesday, April 10th
we will begin to give ISAT (Idaho State Achievement Tests) to grades three through six. These tests are required as a part of the
No Child Left Behind
law. Historically, our students have done very well on these tests. In order to ensure that each child ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
3/23/2012 - From Dr. Axman
Our property value is going up because the back of the school is now on a lakefront complete with ducks! The children are so drawn to the water that we have depleted our supply of “extra” clothes that we use to help students who have slipped into the pond. So, ... [more]
Scholastic Book Fair
3/23/2012 - Upcoming Dates
April 2nd @ MCS
Spring Scholastic Book Fair!
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming up on April 2nd! Stop by and take a look at the books while you are at the school for your Parent Teacher Conferences!
If you are interested in helping at the book fair, please contact us!
mcspat@moscowcharterschool.org
Read It = See It!
3/20/2012 - After School Program
Read It = See It!
Get a free movie pass to Hugo. Bring proof of a passing AR score to the MCS office and claim your FREE ticket to the last movie of the year!
Date: April 13th
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: MCS Multipurpose Room
For more information...
Visit the Family Movie Night Page
Young People's Arts Festival
3/2/2012 - Community Event
Save the Date!
Saturday, April 14th 2012
Location: Moscow Jr. High School
Time: 9:00am to 2:30pm
preK - 6th grade
Half-day: $15
Full day: $30
Registration packets will be available at local schools and Moscow City Hall in late March.
For more information:
scallorn@ci.moscow.id.us
or 208-883-7036
http://www.moscow.id.us/art/ypaf.aspx
PAT Elections
3/2/2012 - Parent Action Team
mcspat@moscowcharterschool.org
Interested in making a difference at MCS? Do you have experience with fundraising?
We will be holding our annual PAT elections at next month's PAT meeting which will be held on March 6th at 3:15. Please email the PAT or stop by the meeting for more information. We need your help ... [more]
Idaho Repertory Theatre - FREE Family Fun Night!
3/1/2012 - Community Event
When?
Wed, March 28
6:30 - 8:00 pm
Where?
1912 Center
412 E. Third St.
Kids and parents are invited to a night of:
Improv theatre led by Suzie DuVal and Mindy Curtis
Mask Makin
Cookies, hot cocoa and tea
Pre-register for the IRTY Spring Drama Camps May 3 and 4 and receive a discount!
Click here for more information!
Dear MCS Families
2/24/2012 - From Dr. Axman
Did you see all of the coverage we have gotten in the newspapers lately? The articles about MCS have demonstrated our commitment to the Arts. Our children are really expressive and photogenic and we even made the Front page!
We have finalized the dates for our end of the year program. ... [more]
PAT Newsletter - February
2/24/2012 - Parent Action Team
February Newsletter
Please take the time to read to this month's newsletter from the Parent Action Team!
MCS Teacher Wins Teacher Scholarship!
2/22/2012 - Announcements
Mrs. Jana Horne, a 4th-5th grade teacher at Moscow Charter School, has been awarded a teacher scholarship for $455 from Northwest Professional Educators (NWPE), the state’s only non-union professional teacher association. The scholarship, which will fund a course titled "Inspiring Elementary Students with Engineering" on PBS TeacherLine, will augment Ms. ... [more]
2/22/2012 - Community Event
Cruise the World
UofI Student Union Bldg
Saturday, March 5th
11:00am - 5:00pm
The University of Idaho's International Friendship Association will host the annual Cruise the World event on Saturday, March 5, 2011, from 11 am - 5 pm, in the Student Union Building.
Admission tickets are exchanged at the International Ballroom door for ... [more]
Palouse Spanish After School Program
2/16/2012 - After School Program
Hola!
We are excited to announce that Palouse Spanish After School Program will begin February 28th, 2012 and go through April 26th! As in the past, the program will be on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons after school from 3-5pm. Snack will be included. The location will be the Moscow Charter School.
NEW! ... [more]
Dear MCS Families
2/16/2012 - From Dr. Axman
The teachers were here this Friday working on the Curriculum Policy and the Updated Moscow Charter School document revision. Everyone is excited to update these documents in order for them to reflect our STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) focus. It is so rejuvenating to incorporate these fresh and new ... [more]
MCS Family Movie Night - Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2!
2/10/2012 - After School Program
Feb. 10th at 6:30pm
Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2
Don't forget! MCS Family Movie Night is tonight!
2/10/2012 - After School Program
How Your Body Works Part 2!
February 17th 9am to 3pm at Moscow Charter School
$20 for MCS students
$30 for Non-MCS students
Enrollment limited, sign up now!
www.moscowcharterschool.org/academydays
Jazz in the Schools
2/10/2012 - Announcements
Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival
February 22-25, 2012
The Jazz in the Schools program, presented by Potlatch Corporatioin, reaches out to school children to allow them to experience the joy and uniqueness of jazz.
We have vouchers available in the office that allow Jazz in the Schools students ree admission to one Friday or ... [more]
Dear Moscow Charter School Families
2/10/2012 - From Dr. Axman
February is National Heart Month. To recognize this tremendous effort, we are going to wear red on Monday to support Heart Health Awareness. Even though we are not directly involved with Jump for Your Heart during PE on Monday, we will be doing some rope jumping exercises. If your children ... [more]
The Polar Walk is coming up on Wednesday, Feb. 8th!
1/25/2012 - Announcements
Students are encouraged to walk, slide or glide with friends and parents on this day!
Safe Routes will be hiding the stuffed polar bear again so try to find it along your way and get a warm drink once you get to school.
Remember to dress warmly and in layers so you ... [more]
1/20/2012 - After School Program
We are sorry to announce that the Civil Rights Academy Day has been
rescheduled for Friday May 4th.
Our next Academy Day is Friday, February 17th - How Your Body Works Part 2 with Aria Arrizabalga, MD!
www.moscowcharterschool.org/academydays
Special Message from the Board
1/14/2012 - School Board
Dear MCS Families,
I am writing to bring you up to date on board activities designed to enhance learning at MCS. During the last several school board meetings votes have been taken on the following:
1. To continue to offer 6th grade. While the Moscow School District has decided to move 6th ... [more]
Employment Opportunity
1/6/2012 - Announcements
Moscow Charter School is seeking a Business Manager, please see attached job description.
Headsets Needed
1/6/2012 - Classroom Communication
Anne Wessels our technology teacher is in need of about 6 headsets in the computer lab and in a few classrooms, please spread the word. Even the headsets you buy on an airplane will work!
Similar to these pictured, with a Connectivity: 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Plug.
Box Tops
12/9/2011 - Fundraiser
If you have collected any box tops, please bring them in next week, we will be shipping them off soon! Thank you!
Fun with Dry Ice!
12/2/2011 - After School Program
The kids had fun with dry ice after school on December 2nd!
Dear MCS Families
12/2/2011 - From Dr. Axman
We have such a short time before winter break and I know it will go fast. Here are few dates to mark your calendar. Dec. 16th will be the last student contact day for 2011. We will be having our “Winter Market” that afternoon. We will begin classes on Jan. ... [more]
MCS Family Movie Night
12/2/2011 - Fundraiser
Friday - December 9th - Holiday Movie Collection!
Want to go out with your family and not break the bank? Everybody likes a good movie! MCS Family Movie Night will be held once a month on a Friday at 6:30pm.
Adults
$2.00
K - 12
$1.00
Under K
Free!
Concessions will be available for purchase.
Please bring a lawn ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
11/4/2011 - From Dr. Axman
Don’t forget that next Thursday 11/10 and Friday 11/11 we have no school in order for parents and teachers to conference together. These conferences are so important to ensure each student’s academic progress. We look forward to seeing all of you at these meetings.
The field trip to Washington State University ... [more]
Dear Parents,
11/4/2011 - Fundraiser
We are looking for some parent volunteers to help out the night of the carnival. It is just a short 2 weeks away!! If you are available on November 18th please let me know!
Here are some areas where we are looking for help:
Set-up (from 3:00 pm to 5:45pm on November 18th)
Clean-up (immediately following ... [more]
Pre-Sale Tickets Available!
11/4/2011 - Fundraiser
Pre-Sale tickets for the MCS 2011 Fall Carnival are now available for purchase. Please click on this link http://www.moscowcharterschool.org/carnivaltickets if you would like to purchase tickets via our website using a credit card or PayPal.
Tickets can also be purchased via cash by filling out the form on the flyer that should ... [more]
PAT Newsletter - November
11/4/2011 - Parent Action Team
November Newsletter
Please take the time to read to this month's newsletter from the Parent Action Team! We have alot going on the next couple months and there are a lot of opportunities to volunteer!
Two MCS Academy Days Next Week!
11/2/2011 - After School Program
We have 2 great Academy Days coming up next week: Spanish celebrations on Thursday, Nov. 10, and Biodiesel Power on Friday, Nov. 11.
Enrollment is limited for both, but Friday's session will be a particularly small group of only 15 students and is limited to only 3rd-6th graders.
Sign up now!
http://www.
moscowcharterschool.org/
academydays ... [more]
Spanish Speakers Needed
11/2/2011 - After School Program
We are seeking ideally bilingual, parents or other adults who are willing to
volunteer their time for next week’s Academy Day “One World Academy: A
Celebration of Spanish”.
Volunteers will need to be at Moscow Charter School on November 10
th from 9:00am to 3:00pm.
Children of volunteers attend MCS Academy Day ... [more]
MCS Family Movie Night
11/2/2011 - Fundraiser
MCS Family Movie Night this Friday November 4th at 6:30pm we are showing Cars 2!
Want to go out with your family and not break the bank? Everybody likes a good movie!
Adults
$2.00
K - 12
$1.00
Under K
Free!
Concessions will be available for purchase.
Please bring a lawn chair or a blanket or two ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
10/28/2011 - From Dr. Axman
All first through sixth grade students will be taking a field trip to Washington State University on Monday, October 31st. Buses will be leaving at 8:45am so we need students dressed appropriately for the weather, wearing sturdy walking shoes and with a lunch and a snack in their back pack. ... [more]
Family Science Saturday - Spooky Optics: Tricks and Treats with Light!
10/27/2011 - Upcoming Dates
Palouse Discovery Science Center
October 29th
11am - 12pm
Celebrate the Light in Action! Exhibits, Learn about light and optics through fun demonstrations! Something for the whole family!
Free for PDSC members / $4-$6 for non-members
UofI Make a Difference Day/Landscaping Day
10/23/2011 - Thank You
We would like to thank the participating MCS families/parents:
Matt Catt, Stenzel family (Sabrina, Aaron, Kayla, Cherise, Maddy Stenzel), Johnson family (Hannah, Aaron, Madeleine Johnson), Lisa Harmon, Christina Todd, Wappett family (Liana, Matt, Isabelle, Meridian Wappett), Mike Nelson, Casey Scott, Mike Miura, Leslie Baker,
Bean family, and Ay family (Sakire, Zeynep Ay) ... [more]
Save the Date!!!
10/21/2011 - Fundraiser
Coming Soon...The MCS 2011 Fall Carnival will be held Friday, November 18th from 6:00pm to 8:30pm!!!
You'll find plenty of family fun with over 15 booths including an Angry Birds booth, lollipop tree, fiber crafts, face painting, fishing for prizes, cake walks, football tosses and much more. We will also be serving concessions, ... [more]
International Walk to School Day - follow up
10/14/2011 - Announcements
We had 70 kids sign up on our check in sheet! Only 3 kids got off the bus! We had 15 from Moscow Junior High School too! We had 5 parent volunteers and 3 college student volunteers, thank you to Rodney & Celena Wolverton, Casey Green and Charlie & Gretal!
The kids wrote on ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
10/14/2011 - From Dr. Axman
This has been a wonderful week. We had a surprise guest speaker. Dr. John L. Phillips, who is a retired US astronaut came and talked to the children about his experience on the space station. Dr. Phillips flew into space three times: In 2001 aboard STS-100, space shuttle Endeavour; in ... [more]
Make a Difference/ Landscaping Day
10/14/2011 - Upcoming Dates
UI Make a Difference/ Landscaping Day is this Saturday, Oct 22nd from 9 a.m. to Noon
We will be working on the following projects:
Weeding
Trimming bushes and dry plants hanging over beds
Adding bark to the entrance and the front beds
Fluffing and leveling out the bark in all the playground areas
Painting the MCS ... [more]
Free After School Dance Lessons
10/11/2011 - After School Program
Join us every Monday
3:15 - 4:00
Come learn the court and village social dances of the Renaissance and Jane Austen's 18th century England, as well as the traditional English performance dance-forms of *Morris Dance.
Classes are free and open to students of MCS and the Moscow community. Instruction takes place in the Multi-Purpose room at ... [more]
Palouse Spanish After-School Program
10/7/2011 - After School Program
NOW ACCEPTING 2011 Fall REGISTRATIONS!
... [more]Academy Days - We are Detectives
10/7/2011 - After School Program
We had a lot of fun at the MCS Academy Day on October 6th! We were featured in the Daily News, you can read the story here.
Next Academy Day Thursday, Nov. 10 Spanish Academy!
Dear Moscow Charter School Families,
10/7/2011 - From Dr. Axman
Monday October 12th is Walk to School Day. Hopefully, the rain will let up. There will be student athletes from the University of Idaho at the school that morning to give out prizes and congratulate our biking and walking participants. Even if you usually drive your students to school, you ... [more]
Update from the PAT
10/7/2011 - Parent Action Team
October 2011 Newsletter
Please take the time to read to this month's newsletter from the Parent Action Team!
We have alot going on the next couple months and there are a lot of opportunities to volunteer!
MCS Garden Club
9/30/2011 - After School Program
Help support the MCS Garden Club by purchasing a pumpkin (grown in the garden) during the Open House Wednesday night from 6-7PM.
You can see all the pumpkins on display in the lobby of the school!
The MCS Garden Club meets every Wednesday from 3:00 - 4:00 please join us!
Open House
9/30/2011 - Announcements
Please join us -
Wednesday, October 5th from 6:00 - 7:00pm at the MCS Open House!
This is a wonderful time to visit your children's classrooms and see what they've been up to! Stop by the Scholastic Book Fair and purchase a book for your child or your child's classroom! Purchase a pumpkin ... [more]
Dear Parents
9/30/2011 - From Dr. Axman
So, this was a slimy, long-driving, erosion and MOSS filled day. I had decided that there was no better way to celebrate my birthday than to go down to MOSS Camp with our sixth graders. I arrived Wednesday night in time for a gourmet dinner of cold mashed potatoes, canned ... [more]
Volunteer Form Drive
9/30/2011 - Parent Action Team
A big thank you to all of you who filled out and turned in a Parent Volunteer Form! The winner of the Family Movie Night package will be announced at the Monday Morning Meeting!
If you have not had a chance to fill out a Parent Volunteer Form, it is not ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
9/23/2011 - From Dr. Axman
Tonight is Family Movie Night here at school which promises to be a great
way to get together with school friends. Our PAT has been very busy getting
everyone involved in making Moscow Charter School the best school in town. I
hope all of you have turned in the blue “Let’s Get Involved ... [more]
9/16/2011 - After School Program
We are detectives: a kid's introduction to Forensice Science!
October 6th 9am to 3pm at Moscow Charter School
$20 for MCS students
$30 for Non-MCS students
Enrollment limited, sign up now!
www.moscowcharterschool.org/academydays
Fun at the Fair
9/16/2011 - Announcements
The kindergarteners had a great time at the fair seeing the animals and trains!
They saw Kheldar from the 6th grade and his sheep "Noisy"!
The MCS Garden Club won a couple of ribbons for a pumpkin and a sunflower!
Dear MCS Families,
9/16/2011 - From Dr. Axman
Thursday was so busy. The rain in the morning added some fun and excitement to opening. We had the school nurse doing eye exams in one of the classrooms. We had yummy cheese sandwiches for lunch (one of my favorite). Most importantly we had our first hands-on science day. Dr. ... [more]
MCS's Excellent Adventure on DVD!
9/16/2011 - Fundraiser
DVD's of last years play "MCS's Excellent Adventure" are now available for just $10!
The DVD includes a slideshow of still images taken by various people at the production!
This is a wonderful addition to your child's portfolio!
Remember, your kids did not get a chance to see themselves in ... [more]
MCS Family Movie Night
9/16/2011 - Fundraiser
Please join us for our first family movie night September 23rd at the Moscow Charter School!
The feature presentation will be Ponyo.
Tickets for the show will be $2 for Adults, $1 K-18 and Free under K.
Concessions will also be available for purchase.
Please bring a lawn chair or blanket ... [more]
The PAT Pride
9/16/2011 - Parent Action Team
Welcome to the first PAT newsletter of the year!! It is our hope that with this newsletter we will keep you up-to-date on all the events we have planned for the year as well as providing you with an additional resource for finding out ways you can help out at ... [more]
Hello MCS Families,
9/9/2011 - From Dr. Axman
Remember that Monday, September 12th is picture day. So, send your students in their best outfit and looking sharp because that class picture will wind up in the year book! Picture order forms will be available at the front desk in the morning if your form did not make it ... [more]
9/2/2011 - After School Program
The Moscow Charter School Garden Club is Blooming!
A few parents and students kicked off the MCS garden a few days after school was out in June 2011. We tilled the earth and amended it with some compost. We then set about making rows and planting. Our plant choices included some ... [more]
Welcome Back!!
9/2/2011 - Announcements
We hope everybody had a wonderful first week of school!! We would like to thank all the families who joined us for the Back to School Dinner and also those who brought side dishes and desserts. We hope you all had a great time. A special Thank You to all the ... [more]
Student Directory
9/2/2011 - Announcements
Have you filled out the Student Directory form online?
The password protected digital directory includes...
... [more]Hello Moscow Charter School Families,
9/2/2011 - From Dr. Axman
We are off to a great start of the 2011-2012 School Year. The “Back to School Picnic” was a great success. Thank you to all of the parents and friends that came with food to share. The P.A.T. planned a great evening of fun for us. The pizza from Pizza ... [more]
Friends of Moscow Charter School
9/2/2011 - Fundraiser
Please consider becoming a Friend of Moscow Charter School today.
... [more]
... [more]
Combined Fund Drive
9/2/2011 - Fundraiser
MCS ID#1479345
The mission of the CFD is “Empowering Washington public employees and retirees to strengthen communities through the funding and support of charities.” The CFD is Washington State’s workplace giving program for active and retired public employees. This program allows employees to make donations via check and payroll deduction to ... [more]
The Road to MOSS
9/2/2011 - Fundraiser
MOSS Donation Page
Moscow Charter School's sixth grade class will be participating in M.O.S.S. at the end of September! This is a wonderful opportunity for our children.
The sixth grade students and families have raised a little over half of the money they need to get everyone to MOSS. According to our map, ... [more]
Welcome Back to School
8/22/2011 - Announcements
Dear Parents and Students:
The summer is quickly coming to a close and here at the school we are beginning to gear up for a new school year.
Last year was an exciting and successful year for MCS.
One example of that success was our students’ performance on the ISAT tests.
As you may ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
8/22/2011 - From Dr. Axman
Welcome to the STEAMy days of August. You may think that the capitalized STEAMy is a misprint but I am referring the acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. We are refocusing our curriculum to make a strong connection to these areas of study. You might ask why? The ... [more]
MCS's Excellent Adventure DVD
6/3/2011 - Announcements
Purchase a copy of MCS's Excellent Adventure and DVD including a slideshow of still images taken by various people at the production!
Remember, your kids did not get a chance to see the play!
All proceeds from the sale of this DVD will go towards MOSS!
Order Today!
Yearbook
6/3/2011 - Announcements
It's not too late to order a yearbook! Order Now!
2011-2012 MCS Fundraising Survey
6/2/2011 - Announcements
Dear Parents,
First and foremost, we would like to THANK everyone who donated their time this year, whether it was in your child's class, at a landscaping day or at a PAT event. We certainly know how busy things get and know that your time is precious, but truly do ... [more]
Yearbook
5/27/2011 - After School Program
Have you pre-ordered a yearbook yet? The 6th graders have been working really hard, and have done an excellent job!
Please bring $15 to the office by the end of the day June 1st if you would like a yearbook!
Help 6th Graders get to MOSS
5/27/2011 - After School Program
McCall Outdoor Science School
Donate a scholarship to help send a 6th grader to MOSS!
$165 - Full Scholarship
$82.50 - Partial Scholarship
Even if you are not able to provide a full or partial scholarship any donation is greatly appreciated!
Donate using our easy PayPal donation link on our MOSS Page or pay in ... [more]
Hello MCS Families
5/27/2011 - From Dr. Axman
Wow that was quite a week. The play on Wednesday and Thursday was a complete success. The students were great at remembering their lines and putting together very creative costumes. The play was such a success that we had a party at lunch with music dancing cookies and balloons to ... [more]
MCS Budget Approval Meeting
5/27/2011 - School Board
MCS Proposed Budget (pdf)
It is that time of the year again: budget approval.
The MCS Board will be holding a special meeting to approve the '11-'12 budget Tuesday, May 31 at 8:00am (yes that is morning) in the Multipurpose Room.
All are welcome to attend.
Parent Volunteers Needed
5/20/2011 - Announcements
PARENT VOLUNTEER NEEDS for TECH:
1) For rehearsals and performances at MHS:
a. One parent Stage Left, and one parent Stage Right.
b. One parent on stairwell deck (outside rear of stage) to supervise costume and prop check.
c. Runner from backstage to balcony (“green room”) for messages from director.
d. Point person in balcony.
e. At least five parents ... [more]
MCS in the News
5/20/2011 - Announcements
Learning through play
Moscow Charter School prepares for an 'Excellent Adventure'
By
Alan Solan
Daily News Staff Writer
Posted on:
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Photos:
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Geoff Crimmins/Daily News
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Geoff Crimmins/Daily News
While the young actors in Moscow Charter School's upcoming production learned their lines for the play, they also were learning about math, science, history, geography and other ... [more]
Please take our poll!
5/20/2011 - Announcements
We would like to know how many people would be interested in purchasing a DVD recording of this years play Moscow Charter School's Excellent Adventure!
Please stop by the main page and take our quick poll!
Dear Parents
5/20/2011 - From Dr. Axman
The excitement is building for the performances of the Moscow Charter School Excellent Adventure. We had a full rehearsal today out on the playground. It was nice to be able to be outside in the sun and work on our songs and lines. One of the students found a four ... [more]
Hello Moscow Charter School Families,
5/13/2011 - From Dr. Axman
There is lots of news from the principal’s desk….
Important – Please note that sixth grade graduation has been changed to June 1st.
Field Day has been moved to June 2nd
in order to schedule the Jr. High
Track
MARS ROVER COMPETITION
Friday eighteen students (four teams) went to the University of Idaho to compete ... [more]
Chicks in Kindergarten
5/9/2011 - Announcements
Congratulations are in order for the new mommies and daddies in Kindergarten! 9 chicks have hatched on Mother's Day making history for the most chicks hatched in Ms. Hoffmeister's ten year experience of hatching chicks. The students became mommies and daddies on Mother's Day since they have been incubating the ... [more]
Next Friday, May 6 - Academy Day "Moving to the Beat!,"
4/29/2011 - After School Program
Next Friday, May 6 we will have an Academy Day entitled "Moving to the Beat!," an all-day workshop coordinated by Shelly Werner of Spectrum Dance including Capoeira (a non-contact martial art with music), Hip-Hop, "The Wave", and designing a T-Shirt. Register soon at www.moscowcharterschool.org/
academydays.
Next Thursday, May 5 - Academy Day "What to do when you're Home Alone"
4/29/2011 - After School Program
Next Thursday, May 5, we will have an Academy Day entitled "What to do when you're Home Alone - Staying safe at home, and out and about", with Stacey Trivelpiece who teaches the Babysitter prep course at Gritman, and Judi Dunn-Gray, who teaches babysitter prep, home alone safety, and other classes ... [more]
Spring Landscaping Day is this Saturday, April 30th from 9 a.m. to Noon
4/29/2011 - Upcoming Dates
Spring Landscaping Day is this Saturday, April 30th from 9 a.m. to Noon
Goodies will be provided by the PAT
We will be working on the following projects:
Weeding
Sweeping
Picking up trash
Cleaning up the Kindergarten area
Trimming bushes hanging over beds
Leveling out the bark in all the playground areas
General spring clean-up
If you have any of ... [more]
Fill the Racks
4/22/2011 - Upcoming Dates
On Wednesday, May 4th the Safe Routes to School Group is putting on a Fill the Racks event in which they would like students to ride their bikes to school. All participants who ride (or walk) to school that morning will receive a bike spoke reflector and other incentives when they ... [more]
Dear Parents
4/15/2011 - From Dr. Axman
April 15, 2011
Dear Parents,
Remember this Saturday is a Volunteer School Clean up Day. So bring a rake and gardening gloves and come help out. This is in keeping with the theme of ‘Earth Day” which we are using for next week. The Monday Morning Meeting will feature a guest Speaker ... [more]
Spring Landscaping Day is this Saturday, April 16th from 9 a.m. to Noon
4/14/2011 - Upcoming Dates
Spring Landscaping Day is this Saturday, April 16th from 9 a.m. to Noon
Goodies will be provided by the PAT
We will be working on the following projects:
Weeding
Sweeping
Picking up trash
Cleaning up the Kindergarten area
Trimming bushes hanging over beds
Leveling out the bark in all the playground areas
Pressure washing the sidewalks
Clean the gutters
Waterproofing the ... [more]
Dear Parents
4/8/2011 - From Dr. Axman
Dear Parents,
We start ISAT testing on Monday, April 11th. It will be very important to send students to school well rested and with a good breakfast. Even though these tests are a snap shot of how our students perform, the school is evaluated on our over-all student scores. So, we ... [more]
Landscaping Day April 16th
4/8/2011 - Upcoming Dates
Save The Date: Landscaping Day is Saturday, April 16th from 9:00 am to Noon
Dear MCS Families
4/1/2011 - From Dr. Axman
Starting with last Friday night, this has been quite the busy week. The Family Dance was a huge success and everyone had a great time. Thanks go to the two bands, Gefilte Trout and Musaiique; both of whom donated their time and talents to help us fund raise for the ... [more]
Hello Moscow Charter School Families
3/25/2011 - From Dr. Axman
It was wonderful to see so many of you at our first annual TRIP TO SOMEWHERE.
All of the grade level displays were so impressive. Parents and students alike could look around with pride at the impressive work that our students are accomplishing. We really appreciate Mr. Tousley for bring us ... [more]
A Trip to Somewhere
3/12/2011 - Announcements
Thursday March 24th
5:30 - 7:00
Moscow Charter School
Please join us for an evening of student presentations on March 24th from 5:30 - 7:00 at the Moscow Charter School.
The theme of this event is “A Trip to Somewhere.” Students from MCS’s sixth grade will have displays of projects they’ve completed about countries ... [more]
Free After School Dance Class
3/4/2011 - After School Program
Classes are free and open to students of MCS and the
Moscow community... ... [more]
Introducing March Health Madness Month!
3/4/2011 - Announcements
Introducing March Health Madness Month!
MCS students have been issued a challenge to be physically active every day for our first ever March Health Madness Month! They will be given a packet on Monday March 7th of activities to complete throughout March. Additional plans for the month include:
• During the week ... [more]
Parent meeting about proposal for MCS to adopt to a STEAM approach to learning
3/4/2011 - Announcements
Parent meeting about proposal for MCS to adopt to a STEAM approach to learning
Monday, March 7, 7:30pm:
The MCS Faculty and Board of Directors are considering a proposal from the Futures Sub-committee for MCS to adopt a STEAM approach to learning.
STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics. It ... [more]
Dear Families
2/25/2011 - From Dr. Axman
Is it a snow day today? It seems like that has been the question on every child’s lips as they woke up every day this week. We sure have had our share of the white stuff. We have been able to keep school open and that is a good thing ... [more]
10% Back to Schools
2/18/2011 - Announcements
Safeway has a promotion this month that ends on February 28th. Simply visit the 10% Back to Schools website type in Moscow Charter School's zipcode and enter the code printed at the bottom of your receipt!
MCS Brochure
2/18/2011 - School Board
The School Board has put together an informational brochure about Moscow Charter School. If you know anyone interested in learning more about our school. Please direct them to the website, or print off a copy for them!
There is a link to the brochure on the top left of the Moscow ... [more]
Spanish After School Program
2/11/2011 - After School Program
Greetings all!
We just finished SpanishASP instructor orientation meetings this past Tues/Thursday and what a fabulous group of talented people we have working with the program this session!
As you know Valerie Roloff will be returning for her 3 session! YEAH Valerie! Valerie will continue to work with the 1-2nd graders.
Mari Avil ... [more]
MCS Academy Day
2/11/2011 - After School Program
We are excited to announce that our next Academy Day is coming up next Friday, February 18! It will consist of two sessions, "My very first computer program" in which students will write their own programs, and the "Web Monkey Training Camp" teaching web programming and database development. See the attached ... [more]
Dear Moscow Charter School Families,
2/11/2011 - From Dr. Axman
Did you read the Daily News today? There were several articles pertaining to statewide and local educational issues. The district is continuing meetings regarding the movement of sixth grade to Moscow Junior High and ninth grade to the Moscow High School. I want to stress that MCS will continue to ... [more]
Polar Walk
2/7/2011 - Announcements
The Safe Routes to School organization is sponsoring another
walk
to school day on February 16th. They will be providing hot chocolate and stickers for each student who participates. We are in need of 2-3 parents to volunteer to help serve hot chocolate and pass out stickers to the kids before school, ... [more]
Spelling Bee
1/28/2011 - After School Program
Our school's spelling bee will be held in the back building on Wednesday, February 2 at 9:00 am.
Students interested in participating may request a copy of spelling words from their classroom teacher. A student may visit www.spellingbee.com and click on the parent/student link to practice words, too.
... [more]
Spanish After School Program
1/28/2011 - After School Program
Palouse Spanish ASP will be serving K -6th graders in an 8 week program, starting February 15th and running every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:15 to 5:00pm.
Please contact Gretal Leibnitz for more information.
Hello Moscow Charter School Families
1/28/2011 - From Dr. Axman
We all are getting excited because there are only seven more days until the Winter Arts Program over at the HIRC. Doors will open at 6:30pm for seating the evening of Friday, February 4th. All of our students will have an active part in the music presentation which is integrated ... [more]
Volunteers Needed
1/28/2011 - School Board
Volunteers Needed:
There are several Board Committees that could use more members to help do important work for the school. These include the Grants Committee, the Facilities Committee, and the Recruitment Committee. Click "more" for committee descriptions.
... [more]Lions Pride - Digital Anthology
1/28/2011 - Website Update
We have been receiving quite a few submissions the Lions Pride Digital Anthology! Please take a look at what we've done so far.
We are very excited to receive new documents and pictures from kids. You can check out the staff page to find who to turn your work into. Any of ... [more]
MCS Academy Day - Civil Rights - Cancelled
1/14/2011 - After School Program
Due to coordinating difficulties, the MCS Academy Day for this coming Monday, January 16 has been cancelled. The next Academy Day will be February 18.
Dear Moscow Charter School Families
1/14/2011 - From Dr. Axman
Dear Moscow Charter School Families,
For some reason this has been a long week. I think the rain and inside recess has given us all bit of cabin fever. Good thing we are off on Monday to observe Idaho Human Rights Day. Next week we only have school on Tues. Wed. ... [more]
Dear MCS Families
1/7/2011 - From Dr. Axman
Happy New Year! I hope you had a restful Winter Break. The children came back to school with a renewed excitement about school. Our Monday Morning Meeting was a real highlight to the New Year’s celebration as the second grade did a mini concert that included a violin solo, a ... [more]
Winter Fundraiser for Heifer International
1/3/2011 - Announcements
Congratulations to children, staff and parents at Moscow Charter School!!
Our Winter Holiday Fundraising drive for Heifer International during the month of December raised $460.00!!
Heifer International is a charitable organization whose mission is to work with communities to end hunger and poverty and to care for the Earth, using the simple ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
12/10/2010 - From Dr. Axman
The excitement is building here at MCS as the date for the beginning of Winter Break comes closer. Students are getting ready for the Winter Market which will take place on December 17th. Classes will be selling all kinds of products and foods. Games of chance will also be a ... [more]
Dear Moscow Charter School Families,
12/2/2010 - From Dr. Axman
Time is flying by and we are already into December. Winter break will be here before we know it and with the way it is snowing lately we may have more days off than we planned. I appreciate all of the parents who are sending their children to school with ... [more]
Dear Moscow Charter School Families,
11/19/2010 - From Dr. Axman
I don’t have to tell you that this has been a crazy week.
Some of us had to learn to go without electricity and heat for many hours. This surprising storm has made it clear that we all need to have a portable, battery powered radio to find out if ... [more]
Useful Links
11/19/2010 - Website Update
Our "Reading Links" has been changed to "Useful Links" with the addition of a link to Apangea, an online Math program!
Apangea is for grades 4-6. This website provides online instruction in math. Students work through different math threads while earning points and learning more about math. Students were given their ... [more]
Attention Sixth Grade Families
11/18/2010 - Announcements
“i2i” returning to MJHS – Free dinner, childcare and door prizes!!
On Wednesday night, December 8, from 6 – 8 p.m., MJHS and the MJHS Parent Support Team will once again be hosting the “i2i – Seeing Eye to Eye on the Issues” Project. This program will be presented by staff ... [more]
Head Lice Information
11/18/2010 - Announcements
It seems that not everyone saw the message in the Friday newsletter two weeks ago about lice, so we thought it might be helpful to re-send this as a stand-alone. There was at least one new case of head lice earlier this week (11/15), that student's class was checked at ... [more]
School Pictures
11/12/2010 - Announcements
School Pictures are in! If your student has not brought them home yet, please stop by the office and pick them up!
Remember, picture retakes will be on November 19th!
Thank You!
Dear Moscow Charter School Families
11/12/2010 - From Dr. Axman
It’s a big day on the Palouse because the Vandals are playing the Broncos for what could be the last time. I am hoping for good sportsmanship and a positive outcome for University of Idaho.
This was a very positive week at Moscow Charter School. Our Monday Morning Meeting was focused ... [more]
MCS Academy Constitution Day was a success!
11/5/2010 - After School Program
MCS Academy Constitution Day was a success! We had thirteen kids from 1st grade – 6th grade. The kids learned about different rules of law, branches of government, and how our founding fathers wrote our constitution. The kids also participated in a constitution jeopardy game, decorated a flag cake and ... [more]
Halloween Fun Run a huge success!
11/5/2010 - After School Program
The Halloween Fun Run was a huge success, we had over 150 participants! Most of the children arrived in Halloween Costumes. Grades K-3 took a 1 mile route that led them around the Good Samaritan. Grades 4-6 took a 2 mile route which went out to Mt. View park before coming ... [more]
Kindergarten Carnival Night
11/5/2010 - Announcements
The Kindergarten has classroom events every month.
For the month of October we had a carnival with fun games and prizes! The students, parents and siblings had a great time!
... [more]Dear Moscow Charter School Families,
11/5/2010 - From Dr. Axman
Students were busy trying to fit five days of learning into three days of classes this week. Monday Morning Meeting was hosted by the kindergarten class and they demonstrated all kinds of things to us including the value of money and the need for daily exercise to reduce our “chicken ... [more]
More WSU Field Trip Pictures!
11/5/2010 - Website Update
Friday, October 29th, the whole school went on a field trip to the WSU campus to visit The Museum of Art and other museums found on campus. The buses were paid for by The Museum of Art's
"Buy-A-Busload-of-Kids", which uses donated funds to help pay for students in the Pullman/Moscow area to attend the museum. ... [more]
Make a Difference Day Slideshow
10/29/2010 - Announcements
A slideshow of pictures taken at Make a Difference Day on October 16th, has been added to the website.
Watch it now!
Head Lice Information
10/29/2010 - Announcements
Several children at MCS have been found to have head lice (pediculosis) this week. All children in the affected classrooms have been checked by school staff, but we recommend that parents of all our students also check their children every several days for the next few weeks and treat promptly ... [more]
Hello Moscow Charter School Families
10/29/2010 - From Dr. Axman
This has been one very unusual week. We had a garter snake loose in the building, a scarecrow was built in the garden in front of my office and little bugs (head lice ) have invaded some of the classrooms. Well, we caught the snake and returned it to the ... [more]
MCS Academy Day - The Constitution and You
10/22/2010 - After School Program
Registration for the upcoming November 4 MCS Academy Day, The Constitution and You is now full. It is a great lineup of speakers and we are looking forward to hearing back from our students about what they learn about democracy and the Constitution.
Our next Academy Day will be Monday ... [more]
Ferdinands Ice Cream
10/22/2010 - Announcements
The all school field trip includes a trip to Ferdinands Creamery.
Each teacher is asking their students which flavor, vanilla, chocolate, or cookie dough, they would like.
Each child will need to bring in $1 to cover the price of the ice cream. If a child can bring in more than ... [more]
WSU Parking Passes
10/22/2010 - Announcements
If you are planning on attending the all school field trip to WSU and do not wish to ride on the bus, you will need a a parking permit.
*On weekdays cars need a visitor parking permit to park on campus. There are two locations to purchase a permit:
1. Parking Services ... [more]
And the winner of the Ice Cream Party is....
10/22/2010 - Announcements
Kindergarten Ice Cream Party
And the winner of the Ice Cream Party is....Kindergarten!!!
With 69% of the class submitting their volunteer forms, Kindergarten has won our volunteer form drive. The MCS PAT would like to thank all parents who have submitted their volunteer forms and also thank those of you who have ... [more]
Vermicomposting in 4th Grade
10/21/2010 - Announcements
Mrs. Horne's 4th Grade class launched a worm factory on October 13th. The students learned about how useful red wigglers can be in composting food (greens) and paper (browns). The worms are settled into their new home in the multipurpose room and have thrived amidst the hustle and bustle of ... [more]
Dear Moscow Charter Families,
10/21/2010 - From Dr. Axman
Please get your calendars out because this letter will contain many important dates.
October 25th the first grade will be hosting the Morning Meeting. I am sure Mr. Cole has something musical and original planned. Along with the first grade presentation, Oct. 25th is our student voting day. Voter registration slips ... [more]
Sack Lunch Orders Needed
10/15/2010 - Announcements
If you cannot send a lunch with your child on October 29th for the all school field trip to WSU. You must either email the office or call 883-3195 letting us know which children will be needing a school lunch by Tuesday, October 19th.
The lunch will be a pb&j ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
10/15/2010 - From Dr. Axman
It’s Friday already! This week has just flown by and it will not end on Friday because we have Make A Difference Day on Saturday. If you would like to help out with some of our maintenance and grounds keeping projects that are in preparation for winter, please come to ... [more]
"How Your Body Works" - a huge success!
10/8/2010 - After School Program
Our very first MCS Academy Day took place Wednesday Oct. 6, 2010.
39 students (including a few non-MCS students) came to school on the no-school day and enjoyed a hands-on workshop about "How the Body Works." The students were separated into K-3 and 4-6 grade groups. The day was divided into ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
10/8/2010 - From Dr. Axman
On October 11th, our Monday Morning Meeting will be lead by Third Grade. Please remember that our 6th graders will be in McCall at Moss Science Camp. We also have our monthly School Board Meeting on Tuesday evening Oct 12th at 7:30pm all are invited to attend,
This week has been ... [more]
National Walk to School Day - October 13th
10/7/2010 - Announcements
Join Moscow Schools K-8 and other students around the world as we celebrate Interational Walk to School day on Oct. 13th.
On this Wednesday we will be counting all students who participate and having activities for students who bus to participate.
Walking, biking or scooter, students are invited to walk with ... [more]
Spanish ASP Job Announcement - Program Coordinator
10/5/2010 - After School Program
Spanish ASP Flyer
Job announcement—Part Time Program Coordinator
Seeking hourly, part-time Program Coordinator for the Palouse After-school Spanish Program for K through 6th graders. Duties include marketing; parent/school/local business liaison; program coordination; teacher support; snack coordination. Anticipated work-load, 10 hours/week or less. Spanish language not required but desired; enthusiasm for learning Spanish ... [more]
Spanish ASP Job Announcement - Spanish Instructor
10/5/2010 - After School Program
Spanish ASP Flyer
Job Announcement: Spanish Instructor
Seeking part-time (5 hours-10 hours/week,) Spanish Instructor for the Palouse Spanish After-School Program. Native and fluent, non-native speakers please apply. Teaching experience preferred but not required. Experience and enjoyment in working with young children (K-6th grade) required.
Please send cover-letter, resume and 3 professional references ... [more]
All School Field Trip
10/5/2010 - Announcements
Friday, October 29th, the whole school went on a field trip to the WSU campus to visit The Museum of Art and other museums found on campus. The buses were paid for by The Museum of Art's "Buy-A-Busload-of-Kids", which uses donated funds to help pay for students in the Pullman/Moscow area ... [more]
Palouse Spanish ASP Enrolling Now!
10/2/2010 - After School Program
Now Accepting 2010 Fall Registration (pdf)
8 Week Session! Begins October 19th!
Contact:
Gretal Leibnitz, Palouse SpanishASP, Director
SpanishASP@gmail.com or (208) 310-6892
MCS After-School Program
10/1/2010 - After School Program
An After-School Program is in consideration at MCS, which would include homework tutoring and various clubs. Clubs would include science, theatrics, literature groups, the Nature Explorers with PCEI and an MCS choir.
The goal of the MCS After-School Program is to continue the excellent learning environment of the school in ... [more]
MCS Academy Days Update
9/28/2010 - Announcements
"How Your Body Works" Coming up NEXT WEEK!
The K-3 workshop is full, but there are still several spots in the 4-6 grade workshop.
We are looking for one more coordinator for MCS Academy Days. If you are skilled and/or interested in Arts, Music, or Technology and would like to choose a ... [more]
Nature Explorers After School Program Enrolling Now!
9/26/2010 - After School Program
Nature Explorers is an after school program for active and curious kids who love to spend time discovering the outdoors. Under the direction of Palouse-Clearwater Environmental Institute (PCEI) educators, Nature Explorers go on field trips to local natural areas such as the UI Arboretum, Phillips Farm, Idler’s Rest, Robinson Park, ... [more]
Monday Morning Meeting
9/24/2010 - From Dr. Axman
5th Grade Morning Meeting
Fifth Grade opened their presentation
with a Video entitled Always Do Your Best. A tiny humming bird was trying to
put out a forest fire by putting all the water he could carry (which was not
more than a drop) on the fire. When the other animals who could ... [more]
Monday Morning Meeting
9/17/2010 - Announcements
Watch Slide Show
SIXTH GRADE MORNING MEETING PRESENTATION AS THE NEW “LEADERS OF THE SCHOOL”
Mrs. Knott introduced the Sixth grade class at the Morning Meeting on September 13th . She stated that the sixth graders are here to help the younger students follow the rules. Sixth graders made a commitment to ... [more]
Dear Moscow School Community
9/17/2010 - From Dr. Axman
This was our first full week of school and the students are successfully in the class routine.Our school nurse was here doing eye exams for first through third grade. If there were any issues of concern, a letter was sent home regarding the findings.
The sixth grade started using the ... [more]
Accelerated Reading Counter
9/17/2010 - Website Update
We now have an accelerated reading counter! It will show us how many book and words have been read this school year! It also displays recently read books!
Remember to have your child log in and take a quiz after they finish reading books!
Check it out!
KidsONLY! Athletic Series
9/10/2010 - Website Update
You can now register online for the KidsONLY! Athletic Series
Register before October 8th for your choice of pedometer!
Kindergarten Class Project
9/10/2010 - Website Update
The Kindergarteners did a great job with their About Me Projects, you can see them on the Kindergarten class page.
Meet Mr. Wilkinson
9/10/2010 - Website Update
Get to know our new Fifth Grade teacher Mr. Wilkinson by watching his slideshow on his bio page.
Kids ONLY! Athletic Series
9/3/2010 - Fundraiser
The mission of the Kids ONLY! Athletic Series is to provide exciting, fun, well-organized athletic events and activities for all local elementary school children that encourage and motivate them to exercise regularly and eat healthfully. We hope that our program establishes beneficial exercise and eating habits early in a child’s ... [more]
Volunteer Sign-Up Form
9/1/2010 - Announcements
Please take a moment to review the many volunteer opportunities on this form and choose the activities you are interested in. After you return the form, you will be contacted by Lashelle Wilson for more information, or regarding any questions that you may have. We hope that we can count on your ... [more]
Welcome Back to School Dinner
8/18/2010 - Announcements
Please join us at the Welcome back to School Dinner!
Tuesday, August 31st at 5:30pm
Families A-M bring a dessert
Familes N-Z bring a side dish
Main Dish Provided by PAT
Music by Yellow Dog Flats
Bring picnic blanket or chairs, we'll eat on the MCS grass area behind the school
This is a ... [more]
Dear Moscow Charter School Parents,
8/17/2010 - School Board
As many of you may already know, Tim Hand recently resigned. The school thanks him for his years of service with MCS. Mr. Hand had been assigned to teach fifth grade for the coming year, so we have been working to find a new teacher for that position and are ... [more]
School Board Openings
8/11/2010 - Announcements
The Board of Directors of the Moscow Charter School voted to increase the size of the board at its recent monthly meeting. The board will increase in size from 6 to 8 members. MCS directors encourages letters of interest from Moscow community members, but is particularly focused on attracting volunteers ... [more]
MCS Recent Hires
8/11/2010 - Announcements
The Moscow Charter School is pleased to announce the hiring of Dr. Marie Axman as the Principal/Administrator. Axman has more than 14 years of experience leading public and private schools in the Arizona, Wisconsin, and Washington State. Axman begins her duties immediately and can be contacted at maxman@moscowcharterschool.org.
Janet Granja of ... [more]
Dear Members of the Moscow School Community
8/10/2010 - From Dr. Axman
I am so happy and excited to be appointed your new principal of the Moscow Charter School. I love my work as a school principal because I can help so many children to become enthusiastic and competent learners. I have been a principal for 12 years and I have a ... [more]
Thank You!
8/9/2010 - Announcements
We would like to give a big thanks to the families that came out to help spread bark last Saturday!
Anne Wessels and her husband Duane and son Colin; Jenny Horn; Lashelle Wilson with her 2 kids Tristan and Cadence; Sakire Ay and her daughter Zeynep; Matt and his daughter Ella ... [more]
Administrator Selection
8/4/2010 - Announcements
Dear MCS Community,
Thank you to all who were able to participate in yesterday's open house with the two administrator candidates, it was great to see so many people there. In the interests of allowing the new administrator as much time as possible to get established before the school year, the ... [more]
MCS Interviews Administrator Candidates
7/28/2010 - Announcements
Moscow, Idaho - The Moscow Charter School will hold an open house on Tuesday, August 3,
2010 beginning at 5 p.m. in the multipurpose room for the purpose of introducing candidates for the open Principal/Administrator position. Parents, students and community members will have an opportunity to meet the candidates and provide ... [more]
Special Meeting of MCS Board of Directors
6/25/2010 - Announcements
Special Meeting of MCS Board of Directors 6/29 7pm - Executive session for personnel issue
(Discussion during executive sessions is not open to the public.)
Summer Reading Blog
6/17/2010 - Announcements
Mr. Tousley and Mrs. Knott are trying to help combat the summer slide by promoting summer reading!
They have chosen four books to appeal to many different readers and will be posting blogs for each. Each blog will be broken down into chapter chunks so that children can read some of ... [more]
MCS Student Fee 2010
6/11/2010 - Announcements
MCS Student Fee 2010-2011
Background:
Moscow Charter School, like all public schools in Idaho, is facing a significant reduction in its state funding. In order to retain our quality education and programming, we are implementing alternative strategies to generate needed revenue, including an increased student fee.
Policy:
To raise needed revenue to support MCS ... [more]
Announcing
6/11/2010 - Announcements
Announcing “MCS Academy Days”
New program of school time (9am-3pm) workshops on certain no-school days (generally the first day of 4-day weekends for teacher workdays and holidays)
open to all local children grades K-6, if there is sufficient enrollment we will separate into 2 groups: K-3 and 4-6
MCS students pay $20, non-MCS ... [more]
Principal/Administrator
6/9/2010 - Announcements
Moscow Charter School (MCS), Idaho’s first charter elementary school, seeks a dynamic and experienced Principal/Administrator. MCS, located in Moscow, Idaho recently celebrated our 11th Anniversary. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring execution of the instructional and philosophical elements of our charter, and work collaboratively with a volunteer Board ... [more]
PE Position
6/8/2010 - Announcements
Moscow Charter School is seeking a PE teacher K-6 to work 6 hours a week (afternoon) at $18.00 an hour starting on September 1, 2010 - June 8, 2011.
Call 208-883-3195 or email office@moscowcharterschool.org with a letter of interest and a resume stating qualifications by June 18, 2010.
Educational Assistant
6/8/2010 - Announcements
Educational Assistant - $10 hour
17.5 hours a week
8:30 a.m. - Noon
or
15 hours a week
Noon - 3:00 p.m.
Starting September 1, 2010 - June 8, 2011
If interested call 208-883-3195 or email office@moscowcharterschool.org
Qualifications:
Must have 2 years of college or an associates degree
Job Summary:
Education Assistant will work directly under the supervision of licensed ... [more]
Basketball Hoops
6/4/2010 - Announcements
Thank you to Matt Renzelman-Catt, Nick Jorgenson and Val Carter for getting our permanent basketball hoops and poles last week! They look great!
Lost and Found
6/4/2010 - Announcements
Wednesday is the last day of school!
Remember to look in the Lost and Found for missing items!
Field Day
5/28/2010 - Announcements
Field Day - June 2nd 8:45-11:15 at the Moscow Junior High Track
There will be eight stations, 100 Meter Run, Long Jump, 4x50 Meter Relay, Frisbee Golf, Hula Hoop Relay, 3 Legged Race, Beach Day Relay and Bountiful Breakfast Relay!
Children should bring tennis shoes, water bottles and sun screen.
Parents are welcome and encouraged to ... [more]
Water Day
5/25/2010 - Announcements
Hamilton-Lowe Aquatics Center is still closed for renovations, so we will be having a Water Day on June 8th from 12:30-2:30 at the school. Kids will be getting wet and should bring a change of clothes, shoes or sandals, sunscreen and a towel. They can bring food and drinks as well.
We will ... [more]
No hot lunch on June 9th
5/24/2010 - Announcements
There will be no hot lunch provided on the last day of school June 9th. Children must bring a sack lunch on that day.
Virtues Variety Show - Slideshow
5/24/2010 - Announcements
Thank you to everyone involved in the Moscow Charter School Virtues Variety Show!
We have a slideshow for MCS families to enjoy! You will find it on the main page of our site!
Everyone did such a great job, what a wonderful end to a year full of virtues!
www.moscowcharterschool.org
Sixth Grade Graduation
5/18/2010 - Announcements
The Sixth-Grade Graduation will be on June 4th
at 1:00 pm for the school children and 7:00 pm for the parents and family members.
There will be fun remembrances by former teachers, student chosen awards for each student, a special video presentation and refreshments.
Please let Ms. Hoffmeister know how many ... [more]
Summer 2010 Adventure Learning Camps
5/14/2010 - After School Program
Summer 2010 Events
Adventure Learning’s mission is to foster growth and to enhance the well-being of children and families through enjoyable, nature-based, active learning experiences. We believe that the foundation of a sustainable society requires that children learn resilience, cooperation, self-confidence, and the connection between our everyday lives and the natural ... [more]
Safe Routes to School Survey
5/14/2010 - Announcements
Parents, please take the time to fill out the end of the year Safe Routes to School Survey. This survey is part of the reporting process that allows more money to be given to the Moscow SRTS program. This money goes toward sidewalks, signs, incentive programs, educational programs etc
Thank You
Volunteers Needed
5/14/2010 - Announcements
You may have been asked by your child’s classroom teacher already to help with the program on Thursday night and Friday afternoon. However, Sharon Trautwein would like to know if there would be a few people who might be willing to set up a table to sell tickets the night of ... [more]
Thank You!
5/13/2010 - Thank You
On Saturday May 8th Matt Renzelman-Catt and his brothers, Mike Renzelman and Monte Renzelman and his Dad, Clarence Catt built a storage room in the multi-purpose room. This storage room will enable us to use the multi-purpose room for PE next year instead of using the HIRC, saving the school a ... [more]
Kindergarten Graduation
5/12/2010 - Announcements
Kindergarten graduation will June 9th at 1:00. Parents, grandparents, siblings, friends and family are all welcome to attend. We will not be inviting the other grades due to space, but siblings will be able to attend. It will be held in the multipurpose building. The kindergartners will be performing some ... [more]
April Newsletter
5/4/2010 - Announcements
The April Newsletter is now available on the main page of the website!
5/3/2010 - Upcoming Dates
RENDEZVOUS for KIDS
July 15-16, 2010
Its time to register!
Rendezvous for Kids is a 2-day arts festival for children that
occurs annually in conjunction with the Rendezvous in the Park
concert series. Hosted in Moscow’s beautiful East City Park,
Rendezvous for Kids offers children (3-12 years of age) an
opportunity to ... [more]
MCS Budget Information
5/2/2010 - School Board
Dear Moscow Charter School Parents,
Recent state budget cuts have significantly reduced our anticipated funding for next year. In order to write a budget in line with this reduced state funding we have been looking at numerous difficult choices including cuts to the services we offer our students and increases to the ... [more]
Virtues Program
5/1/2010 - Announcements
Come one, come all to an evening of "virtuous" performances. Each class has been working for most of the year on a small production of their own creation based on the Virtues theme. The performances range from rap songs to a TV game show. The children have all worked very ... [more]
Home & School Connection - March
4/29/2010 - Announcements
Working together for School Success (pdf)
Home & School Connection - April
4/29/2010 - Announcements
Working together for School Success (pdf)
Bike to School Day
4/27/2010 - Announcements
Kids bike to school on Wednesday April 28th!
4/23/2010 - School Board
Dear MCS Community;
Last week Tom Luna, the Superintendent of Public Instruction, held several meetings across the state with school and district administrators. In these meetings he confirmed the 7.5% reduction in funding passed down by the Idaho Legislature this year, but also warned that additional cuts were likely. Superintendent ... [more]
Landscaping Day
4/23/2010 - Thank You
We would like to thank the parents who came out last Saturday to help improve the school grounds.
Aria Arrizabalaga, Kristine Searcy, Nicole Drake-Weiss, Matt Renzelman-Catt and Val Carter.
Weeding and sweeping was done around the school and parking lot. The lattice cover for one of the heat/ac units has been ... [more]
Budget Workshop
4/19/2010 - School Board
The MCS Board of Directors in sponsoring a budget workshop on Thursday, April 29 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the school multipurpose room. The State of Idaho has informed the school that a budget reduction of 7.5% will occur next year and that an additional holdback of 5.5% is highly ... [more]
Monday Morning Meeting
4/16/2010 - Announcements
Kathy Knott's fifth grade class peformed a Wizard of Oz virtue skit at Monday Morning Meeting. Monday, April 2nd... watch a video clip!
... [more]Playground Improvement Update
4/16/2010 - Announcements
We are excited to announce that the permanent basketball hoops and the multi-hoop have been ordered for the basketball court...
... [more]
Parent Action Team Openings
4/16/2010 - Announcements
The following positions are available for the 2010 - 2011 school year.
President
Fundraising Chair
Assistant Fundraising Chair
Secretary
Campbell Soup Labels
If you are interested in helping in any way or would like to learn more about the PAT please contact Kristine Searcy.
Landscaping Day
4/9/2010 - Announcements
Please stop by the school on April 17th between 8:00 - 12:00 to lend us a hand improving the school grounds! You will need to bring your own gloves and tools. (rake, shovel, broom, etc.)
If you have questions please contact Nicole Drake-Weiss or Matt Renzelman-Catt
Scholastic Book Fair
3/29/2010 - Announcements
Moscow Charter School
Spring Scholastic Book Fair
Wednesday
March 31st
setting up after school
Thursday
April 1st
open during conferences
Friday
April 2nd
open during conferences
If you have any questions about the Scholastic Book Fair please contact
Heather Frazier.
Parent Survey
3/26/2010 - From Dr. Axman
Moscow Charter School is considering adding after school care for next year, in addition to after-school clubs. Please take a minute to fill out the following Parent Survey for Moscow Charter School to help us determine if there is an interest in such an endeavor.
Playground Progress
3/26/2010 - Fundraiser
We would like to thank Matt Catt, Angie, Zahn and Ava White, Sherry & Terry Rozell, Sakire & Zeynep Ay, Nick, Kristine, Ben and Toby Searcy for the hard work they put in on the basketball court during spring break.
(Click for larger images)
COMING SOON: Permanent Basketball Hoops, 3 Way Ball Shooter, Kindergarten ImprovementsPermanent Basketball ... [more]
Fundraiser Survey
3/26/2010 - Fundraiser
Please take a moment to fill out our Fundraiser Survey. We would like to find out from you what you think is the most important fundraiser for the 2010-2011 school year.
Monday Morning Meeting - Kindergarten
3/9/2010 - Announcements
The kindergartners started the morning meeting by reciting a poem called The Boy That Never Told a Lie which is about honesty.
Then they each showed a mask of an animal they had created. They picked an animal based on a virtue that they shared.
Census Day
3/5/2010 - Announcements
April 1 is Census Day.
Teachers will be doing activities in the classroom the week of March 29-April 2.
Students will be bringing home letters to remind families that it is very important to answer the questionnaire that the Census 2010 sends.
Millions of dollars are given to education based ... [more]
Income Determination Form
3/5/2010 - Announcements
Please fill out this form and return it to the school office by March 12th.
The data gathered from this form is used to determine the school's eligibility for a variety of Federal funds including but not limited to Title I.
PAT Elections
2/19/2010 - Announcements
Please join us after school Tuesday, March 23rd at 3:15 to learn about the various opportunities available to help Moscow Charter School!
Childcare and snacks will be provided.
If you cannot attend but are interested in helping please contact Kristine Searcy 892-3908 for more information.
Spelling Bee
2/19/2010 - Announcements
We had our school spelling bee Wednesday, February 17th to see who would go to the Inland Northwest Regional Spelling Bee on Saturday, March 6. A lot of students participated from 3rd-6th grades.
The spelling bee lasted for 16 rounds! Ian and Cade competed against one another for 8 rounds! Our ... [more]
Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival
2/18/2010 - Announcements
How to use your ticket vouchers
The ticket voucher will allow a K-12 student a free ticket with a paying adult into one of the evening concerts at the Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival. The voucher is only valid with the purchase of a General Admission adult ticket, and vouchers must ... [more]
Read Across America
2/18/2010 - Announcements
Teachers and students are asked to dress up as their favorite book character on Tuesday, March 2nd! ... [more]
Palouse Spanish After School Program
2/12/2010 - After School Program
Child Volunteers needed!
2/12/2010 - Announcements
Seeking children with ADHD from the ages of 7-12 to participate in a research study to investigate the effects of brief exercise on attention skills. It only takes about one hour and participants will be given a $20 gift card to thank them for their participation.
Please e-mail Dr. Laura ... [more]
Safe Routes to School Survey
2/12/2010 - Announcements
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
We need your help. Over the last 3 yrs we have been working with the School District and the City on Safe Routes to School (SRTS). This relationship has been successful in enabling us to gain funding for developing safe sidewalks and bike paths around Lena Whitmore ... [more]
Haiti Fundraiser
2/6/2010 - Outreach
The school earned $316.36 to send to Haiti during the Winter Arts Showcase!
The Kindergarten students brought baked goods to sell, which was a smashing success and the 6th Grade students created a power-point presentation that ran continuously throughout the night with photos and newspaper articles about Haiti. The money collected ... [more]
Girl Scout Donation
2/5/2010 - Announcements
Girl
Scout
Troop #3710 has graciously offered to donate a percentage of their cookie sales to the Moscow Charter School!
Thank you to Zoe, Morgan, Eleanore, Elizabeth, Aurora and Troop Leader Amy Richard.
Science Fair Online Registration
2/5/2010 - Announcements
If you have not yet registered for the Science Fair you can register online!
Registration Due
February 26
Project Drop Off
March 29 (3:00 - 7:00 p.m.)
Evaluations
March 30 (8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) closed to public
We will contact you about evaluation times for your child.
Open House
March 30 (5:00 - 8:00 p.m.) and March ... [more]
Jazz in the Schools
1/29/2010 - Announcements
Jazz in the Schools will be coming to MCS on February 23rd at 8:45 a.m. to perform for our children.
Jazz in the Schools comes to us through the University of Idaho.
Tile Art Workshop
1/29/2010 - Fundraiser
MCS Parents:
This Spring the PAT is excited to provide an opportunity for students to permanently display their artwork at MCS in the form of a Tile Art Wall, which will be mounted outside of the MCS multi-purpose building. Additionally you may order from an assortment of items (magnets, coffee mug, ... [more]
School Board Minutes
1/29/2010 - School Board
The January Draft Minutes are now available on the website. To view past minutes and the minutes from January please visit the School Board page.
Polar Walk
1/26/2010 - Announcements
Safe Routes to School
Meeting February 9th
Students walk, ride or roll to school and receive a warm drink!
Wednesday, February 10th 8:00 - 8:30
We are in need of volunteers for this event. If you are interested in lending a hand please contact Christina Todd.
Christina Todd
Volunteer Coordinator
Winter Arts Showcase
1/22/2010 - Announcements
The Winter Ats Showcase goes from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 3rd.
Grades K-3 Theatre and Music Presentation
5:30 to 6:00, in the multipurpose room.
Grades 4-6 Theatre and Music Presentation
6:00 to 6:30, in the multipurpose room.
The kindergarten and 6th grade class have teamed up to help the people of Haiti.
We will have ... [more]
Idaho Charter School Day at the Capital Event
1/8/2010 - Announcements
Idaho Charter School Day at the Capital Event (pdf)
Dear Administrator,
I once again want to make you aware of an event your parents and students should be interested in attending. The 2010 Idaho Charter School Day at the Capitol event and rally will occur on Monday, January 18, 2010. The event ... [more]
Budget Information
1/8/2010 - School Board
The Moscow Charter School Board of Directors (MSC) is considering budget scenarios designed to maintain the school's strengths and continuously improve in the face of coming fiscal challenges. As many of you know the state reduced support for public schools during the 2009-10 academic year (AY) by 5 percent. MCS ... [more]
Report Cards
1/6/2010 - Announcements
Report Cards will be coming home with students on January 25th
instead of being mailed.
Home & School Connection - January
1/5/2010 - Announcements
Working together for School Success (pdf)
Art Tile Workshop - Rescheduled
1/5/2010 - Announcements
Please note that the Tile Workshop scheduled for Wednesday January, 6th has been cancelled. You will be notified with a new date and time when one has been arranged.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
Tile Wall
In January the PAT will collaborate with MCS art teacher Carolyn Berman to begin working on a ... [more]
A Very Special Thanks
1/5/2010 - From Dr. Axman
Angie and Dain White for providing training for staff using the new website in December 4th .
Matt Renzelman-Catt replaced all the faculty emergency light batteries and aided with the install of the new wireless system
Dave Waltner was instrumental in getting the new projectors, batteries and everything technical- He also fixed ... [more]
12/18/2009 - Announcements
The December Newsletter is now available online! ... [more]
Moscow Charter School Parental Involvement Plan:
12/18/2009 - From Dr. Axman
At Moscow Charter School, we are strongly committed to encouraging parental involvement. When parents are involved in their children’s education, a climate of partnership and a sense of community are strengthened within our school.
Our school provides children with high quality curriculum and instruction within a supportive and effective learning ... [more]
12/16/2009 - Classroom Communication
Your recorder orders need to be placed as soon as possible. Please drop off or send $9.75 per recorder to the school or order online.
If you are unable to purchase a recorder for your child, please notify the school and arrangements can be made.
... [more]WANTED: YOUR 2009 CALENDARS
12/15/2009 - Classroom Communication
We can reuse your old colorful picture calendars in our art classes. Please put any calendars you want to donate this January in the box located in the entrance foyer.
Thank You!
Carolyn Berman, Art Specialist
Tile Wall Fundraiser
12/10/2009 - Fundraiser
Just a friendly reminder that orders for our tile wall and any additional art orders are
due back to the school on Monday 3/29.
Lori Clary
882-1306
If your family cannot afford a tile, please complete the tile order form anyway and just mark that you'd like to be added to the tile ... [more]
Lost and Found
12/9/2009 - Announcements
Please
come to the school by Friday to view the lost and found items if your children are missing things. We will be taking the items to the Goodwill on Friday afternoon.
Thank You
Virtues Rap
12/9/2009 - Announcements
Mr. Hand's 5th grade class was in charge of the December 9th, Monday Morning Meeting.
The students wrote and performed Virtues Raps. Mr. Hand and Mr. Cole led the school in Christmas Carols, with the aid of kazoos!
Cold Weather Policy
12/9/2009 - Announcements
It is the season when we are beginning to experience very cold weather here in the Northwest. Please make sure that your child is properly dressed each morning for the weather.
During the cold weather at MCS children will go out for recess if the actual temperature or wind chill ... [more]
Parenting with Love and Logic
12/3/2009 - Announcements
For Parents, Teachers, and Counselors who want to increase their skills working with children of all ages, even teenagers!
Please read the attached pdf for more details!
Heifer International Project - Results!
12/3/2009 - School Projects
Moscow Charter School students gathered $338.25 for the Heifer International Charity. The students did chores and odd jobs around town to earn the money to send 9 flocks of chicks, 8 shares of a goat, 2 shares of a pig, a water buffalo, and a hive of honeybees to families ... [more]
Spanish B-I-N-G-O
11/30/2009 - Announcements
Mrs. Wharton’s 6th grade class was in charge of the Monday Morning Meeting this week. They had the students sing B-I-N-G-O in Spanish because everyone in the school has learned that song from Ms. Assefi, our Spanish teacher. In addition, the class showed a slide presentation of their trip to ... [more]
Novel H1N1 Vaccine Clinics
11/24/2009 - Announcements
Find the dates and times of upcoming H1N1 vaccine clinics.
... [more]MCS Report Card for 2008-2009
11/23/2009 - Announcements
The School Report Card provides an in-depth look at student achievement at the state, local and school level. These reports are a great way for Idaho parents and citizens to see how Idaho schools are performing.
... [more]Homeless Shelter Donations
11/20/2009 - Outreach
Moscow Charter School is collecting canned goods, paper goods, personal hygiene items, coats, hats, gloves and boots to give to the homeless shelters in the area. Sandra Cook-Gallardo decorated boxes for us to put our donations into.
The boxes are located in the entrance foyer. We will be taking the items ... [more]
Field Trip
11/20/2009 - Upcoming Dates
Tuesday, November 24th
Mrs. Horne's class will be going on a field trip to the Prichard Art Gallery. The exhibit we will be viewing is called "Up On The Wall, 6 Painters From the West." It features diverse approaches to painting technique and media. The field trip will be from 1:00pm ... [more]
Introduction to the New Site
11/11/2009 - Announcements
I am pleased to announce that the MCS website is now repowered with the Ultranet content management system.
The Ultranet is extremely feature rich and very intuitive to manage, with a nearly non-existent learning curve - my goal has been to produce a system that will be as easy to use ... [more]
Palouse Discovery Sci
- After School Program
basketball hoops
- Announcements
Thank you to Matt Renzelman-Catt, Nick Jorgenson and Val Carter for getting our permanent basketball hoops and poles last week! They look great!
Dear Moscow Charter School Families
- From Dr. Axman
This Friday marks the last full week of school. Yes, we only have seven more school days before we start summer vacation. As you know, these last few days are a very busy time. So, please make note of the many end of the year activities that are planned.
Next Tuesday, ... [more]
Dear MCS Families,
- From Dr. Axman
Congratulations to Annalie Reed for winning the Moscow Charter School Spelling Bee. She will be representing MCS at the regional Spelling Bee in Lewiston.
Our hard working School Board along with the principal attended a three hour training this past Tuesday night. Our ISBA (Idaho School Board Association) trainer Jackie Hopper ... [more]
- Parent Action Team
The PAT has worked extremely hard this year to raise money to enhance the play space for our kids. We are just over halfway to our goal with our current amount of funds raised sitting at $8288.55 and almost have enough to complete Phase 1!
We will be holding a 50/50 ... [more]
