In This Edition
Lunch Options This Week, HAPPENING TODAY (LAST Advisory Friday of Semester 1, Pre-Cram Chill), Maeser Robotics (Pre-Season Competition, Robotics Fundraiser), Winterim & MSI (Winterim, MSI, Student Materials for 8th Grade MSI Sewing), Brighton Ski/Snowboard Program, Volunteer Help Needed (MSI 8th Grade Sewing, Mock Trial Attorney Coach, Maeser Advancement Committee, Report Your Volunteer Hours, Questions About Volunteer Hours), Sports Announcements (MS Girls Basketball, Maeser Sports Guide, 2nd Term Sports Academic Eligibility, Sports Physicals for 2024-25), Counseling Announcements (Counseling Donations), Can We Reach You In Case Of Emergency? (Opt In For School Text Messages, Update Your Contact Information)
2024-25 School Calendars
Academic Calendar
Activities Calendar
Front Office Hours
Mon 7:30am-4pm
Tues-Fri 7:30am-1pm
Upcoming Dates and Deadlines
Friday, December 13
LAST Advisory Friday for Semester 1 – last chance to make up NGs and failing grades before Finals
12-2pm Pre-Cram Chill
Saturday, December 14
10am Robotics Pre-Season Competition at Cottonwood HS
Tuesday & Thursday, December 17 & 19
7:00-7:45am MS Girls Basketball Open gyms
Semester 1 Finals Week: December 16-20
Monday, December 16
Review Day (regular schedule)
Tuesday, December 17
8:00-10:00am 1st period
10:30am-12:30pm 3rd period
Wednesday, December 18
8:00-10:00am 2nd period
10:30am-12:30pm 4th period
Thursday, December 19
8:00-10:00am 5th period
10:30am-12:30pm 7th period
Friday, December 20
8:00-10:00am 6th period
10:30am-12:30pm 8th period
Christmas Break
December 21- January 5
School and Office CLOSED for the Christmas Break
Lunch Options This Week
On days that the school uses the preorder forms, please let your child know they will have 10 minutes to get their lunch and after 10 minutes we will start selling the extras to students who did not preorder.
Tuesday: Gandalfo’s Sandwich & Chips – $6
Use the link to pre-order for this day. The link will close at 12pm on Monday.
Gandolfo’s Sandwich Pre-Orders
Wednesday: Pizza – $2/slice
No pre-order is required for pizza.
Thursday Yummy’s Korean Barbecue – $6
Use the link to pre-order for this day. The link will close at 12pm on Wednesday.
Yummy’s Korean Barbecue Pre-Orders
Microwaves are available in the lunchroom for students who bring lunch from home. Please note: we do NOT have refrigerator facilities for student use.
HAPPENING TODAY:
LAST Advisory Friday of Semester 1
Today is our LAST Advisory Friday for Semester 1. Students with NGs or failing grades should be on campus today for Advisory Friday to make up their NGs and work with their teachers before Finals begin on Tuesday.
Pre-Cram Chill
The Semester 1 Pre-Cram Chill will follow Advisory Friday today, starting at noon. There will be a bunch of activities throughout the school: Karaoke, Mario Kart, Christmas Movies, Board games, a Hot Chocolate Bar, and more! All grades are invited to enjoy the festivities before finals!
Robotics
Pre-Season Competition
The robotics team will be competing on Saturday, December 14 at 10:00am at Cottonwood High School. It’s a low key affair, and a great time to come check out what we do, and see some other teams in action as well. The competition will go until about 2:00pm.
Robotics Fundraiser
The Maeser Robotics team is selling snacks as a fundraiser. They have:
- Nature’s Bakery Fig Bars ($0.25 each, $3 for a box of 12) in Original or Apple Cinnamon)
- Nature’s Bakery Oatmeal Crumble ($0.25 each, $3 per box of 12) in Apple Cinnamon or Strawberry)
- Planter’s Peanuts ($0.25 per 2oz bag) Heat, Sea Salt & Vinegar, Regular, or Salted Caramel
- Hi Chews ($0.50 for a bag of 10, or $5 per pound) Lemon, Mango, Grapefruit, Acai, Blue Hawaii, Pineapple, Watermelon, and more!
Reach out to Mark Summers (mark.summers@maeserprep.org) or send your student with your order. All proceed go directly to the robotics team.
Winterim & MSI
Winterim & Middle School Intensives (MSI): January 6-23
Winterim is a distinctive program and feature of Karl G. Maeser Preparatory Academy. Winterim (high school) and Middle School Intensives (MSI) enhance student learning by providing intensive, focused educational experiences and are a great opportunity for students and teachers to explore together subjects that wouldn’t fit into a normal school routine. Exploration, hands-on learning, in-depth study, and fun combine to give students a unique opportunity to explore new interests.
Students will be on campus Monday through Friday from 9am-2pm, and will have the opportunity to explore new interests and grow in ways that are different from the regular classroom.
Regular uniforms are worn during Winterim & Middle School Intensives.
Winterim
While Winterim is a fun and different approach to learning, courses are still rigorous and students earn academic credit. In some cases, a Winterim course may be more challenging than a regular class. Because of this, combined with the shortened time period of Winterim, attendance is crucial. Students who miss class during Winterim will find it difficult to keep up. Winterfest is a valuable part of the Winterim experience, and Winterfest projects, presentations, and attendance are part of the Winterim grade.
Middle School Intensives
Middle School Intensives (MSI) takes place at the same time as Winterim. Students take a break from their normal classes and take specialized classes that are designed and taught by our staff. Students also take part in two or three field trips. Schedules and permission slips for MSI will be emailed to middle school parents on Monday, December 16.
Student Materials for 8th Grade MSI Sewing
All 8th grade students will need to bring these items to the SEWING CLASS in the MSI/Winterim term.
- 2/3 yard of fleece fabric (60 inches wide) for making 2 hats – NO MINKY
- Three Buttons: a two-hole, a four-hole, and a shank button
- Two 8-inch squares of print cotton fabric for a quilt square (you may bring extra fabric for more than one quilt square)
If you cannot bring an item, please talk to Mrs. Goodrich BEFORE the day of class. Extra supplies are available if necessary.
Brighton Ski/Snowboard Program
Come to Brighton Ski/Snowboard for family and friends of Maeser. It is $225 for 5 Friday nights, Feb 21 – Mar 21, and includes a 2 hour group lesson and the lift pass for the rest of the night. Plan on being there at 4 pm because the classes leave at 4:15 sharp. This price doesn’t include rentals. Maeser students, family members, and faculty/staff and their families of all ages 8 and older are welcome. The link to sign up is https://shop.brightonresort.com/s/private-programs/p/maeser-prep-2
Signups will close two weeks before the first class or whenever the slots are full, whichever comes first. Maeser is not sponsoring this. Transportation to Brighton is not included but the price does include the parking pass for the nights of the program. This is a service provided by Brighton for the Maeser community. If you have questions, email Laralee Ireland, lireland26@gmail.com
Volunteer Opportunities
MSI 8th Grade Sewing
Come have fun during MSI – get volunteer hours and help students learn new skills. You don’t need to be proficient, just able to follow directions and encourage learners. You don’t need to have an 8th grade student, anyone welcome. Please access the SignUp Genius link and choose dates and times. WE NEED YOU!
Mock Trial Attorney Coach
The Mock Trial Teams at Maeser are looking for practicing / retired attorneys to act as Attorney Coaches. These coaches will assist our teams with training in courtroom procedures, objections, case organization and presentation skills. This is a great way to fulfill volunteer hours! Please contact Coach Geary at douglas.geary@maeserprep.org.
Maeser Advancement Committee
At Karl G. Maeser Preparatory Academy, there are numerous ways to get involved and make a meaningful difference! There are several opportunities that require small blocks of time and many that can even be done from home. From writing and gathering information to organizing events, the advancement committee has need of your help. Your unique talents and time can have a lasting impact on improving the experiences and opportunities for our students. If you would like to receive information about volunteer opportunities, please sign up here: Advancement Committee Parent Volunteer List
Report Your Volunteer Hours
DON’T FORGET! Report your volunteer hours once you’ve dropped off your donation: Report Parent Service Hours. Each $5 spent for donations counts as one hour of volunteer service!
Questions About Volunteer Hours?
Contact us at volunteer@maeserprep.org.
Sports Announcements
MS Girls Basketball
There will be open gyms for any middle school girls interested in trying out for basketball on December 17th and 19th from 7:00-7:45am. Tryouts will be on January 6th and 7th from 7:15-8:30am. Academic eligibility will be based on 2nd term grades and students must have earned a 2.7GPA with no Fs/NGs.
Maeser Sports Guide
Looking for more information about sports offered at Maeser? Check out our Maeser Sports Guide, where you’ll find all the sports and teams we offer, tryout information, and coach names and contact info!
2nd Term Sports Academic Eligibility
Eligibility for activities/sports during the 2nd term will be based on 1st term grades. Students must have earned a GPA of 2.7 with no Fs/NGs. In addition, 10th-12th graders must be on track for graduation.
Sports Physicals for 2024-25
All students, middle school and high school, who will be playing sports in 2024-25 need a physical in order to play. Physicals completed on or after March 10, 2024 are good until July 15, 2025. Any physicals completed before March 10, 2024 will not be accepted (per UHSAA policy) for the 2024-25 school year.
Here is a link to the UHSAA form which Maeser uses for ALL athletes: UHSAA Physical Form
Counseling Announcements
Counseling Donations
The School Counseling team is in need of large bags of individual sized candy. You can use this towards your volunteer hours!
Kind: an assortment- chocolate, hard candy like jolly ranchers, tootsie pops or rolls, whatever comes in the assorted bags is fine. We would like some non-chocolate as well.
Amount Needed: 4-5 bags/month
Can We Reach You In Case Of Emergency?
It’s important to keep your contact information up to date and opt-in to receive text messages from Maeser — in case of an emergency, this is how we notify parents! In addition, we use your contact information to notify you about important school events and school fees deadlines.
Here’s how to make sure you’re getting all of our important announcements and information:
Opt In For School Text Messages
Our school utilizes the SchoolMessenger system to deliver text messages to your mobile phone with important information about events, school closings, safety alerts, student fees, and more. We will only use text messaging for urgent and important information.
You can participate in this service by sending a text message of “Y” or “Yes” to our school’s short code number, 67587.
You can also opt out of text messages at any time by simply replying to one of our messages with “Stop”.
Update Your Contact Information
If any of your contact information has changed – email address, mailing address, phone number – please let us know asap so we can be sure you’re getting school and teacher communications.
Thank you for helping us keep in contact with your family!