In This Edition
- School Calendars & Fee Schedule
- Attendance Communication Reminder
- State Testing Starts After Spring Break
- Utah Aspire Plus: Wednesday, April 15 (9th & 10th grades)
- RISE: April 20-May 1 (7th & 8th grades)
- Make-up Testing & Parental Exclusions
- Math Rocks! Meeting
- Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4–8)
- Proposed 2026-27 Fee Schedule
- Join Our School Community Council (2026-2028)
- Employment Opportunities
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Current Volunteer Opportunities
- Protein Powder for Weight Training Classes
- Teacher Appreciation Donations
- Report Your Volunteer Hours
- Questions About Volunteer Hours
- Sports Announcements
- Sports Physicals
- 2025-26 4th Term Sports Academic Eligibility
- Maeser Sports Guide
- Counseling Announcements
- Counseling Donations Needed
- Can We Reach You In Case Of Emergency?
- Opt In For School Text Messages
- Update Your Contact Information
Front Office Hours This Week
CLOSED for Spring Break
**PARENTS: Please remember to check in at the front office when visiting the school during school hours. We appreciate your help in keeping our students safe!**
Upcoming Dates and Deadlines
Friday, April 3
12-3pm Spirit Bowl
April 6-10
Spring Break – School & Office CLOSED
Wednesday, April 15
Utah Aspire Plus – 9th & 10th grades ONLY on campus
Monday, April 20
RISE testing begins in 7th & 8th grade classes
May 4-8
Teacher Appreciation Week
Monday, May 4
AP Exams begin
Thursday, May 14
Review Day
May 15-20
Final Exams
Thursday, May 21
Awards Day
Friday, May 22
Graduation
School Calendars & Fee Schedule
2025-26 Academic & Activities Calendars
2026-27 Academic Calendar
2025-26 Fee Schedule
School calendars and fee schedules are also posted on our website under Portal > Parent > Calendar.
Attendance Communication Reminder
Parents/Guardians: Please help us to help you!
When you need to excuse an absence for your student, please excuse it by email whenever possible (rather than by calling the front office). This will help us keep front office staff available to meet the needs of students, parents and staff that pop up throughout the day. The email to use is [email protected].
State Testing Starts After Spring Break
Utah Aspire Plus: Wednesday, April 15 (9th & 10th grades)
9th and 10th grade students will take the Utah Aspire Plus on Wednesday, April 15 (the Wednesday after Spring Break).
This is a special testing day for students in 9th & 10th grades — only students taking Utah Aspire Plus are allowed on campus on Wednesday, April 15. Please make arrangements for your students in other grades, as we will not have space or supervision for them on campus.
FAQs
What is Utah Aspire Plus?
Utah Aspire Plus is a hybrid between ACT Aspire and assessment items covering Utah’s 9th and 10th grade standards in Reading, Math, and Science.
Will the test be administered in one sitting, like the ACT?
USBE left this up to local schools and districts to decide. Maeser has elected to offer Utah Aspire Plus in one sitting, to help students practice in a setting similar to taking the ACT. Testing will begin at 8:00am and end at approximately 12:00pm for most students.
What kind of score report will my student receive?
Utah Aspire Plus score reports are very similar to the report provided by ACT for the ACT Aspire, including a predictive ACT score.
RISE: April 20-May 1 (7th & 8th grades)
Middle school students will take RISE tests in class beginning Monday, April 20. Please make every effort to avoid scheduling appointments during state testing, to avoid interruptions and distractions during testing. We appreciate your help in creating a focused and productive testing environment for our students!
FAQs
What is RISE?
The RISE assessment is a multistage computer adaptive criterion referenced assessment system that includes summative tests for English, Math, Science, and Writing.
Which students will participate in RISE and for which subjects?
Maeser students in grades 7-8 will participate in RISE. Both grades will be tested in English, math, and science; in addition, 8th grade students will be tested in writing.
Make-up Testing & Parental Exclusions
What if my student has to miss their scheduled testing?
Missing a test day does not excuse the student from state testing. We will be pulling students out of class in April and May for make-up testing. Please make every effort to have your student here on the scheduled testing dates so they can avoid missing class in the last critical weeks of school.
Can I opt my student out of RISE or Utah Aspire Plus?
While we hope you will allow your student to participate in RISE and Utah Aspire Plus – both to receive feedback on areas your student can improve in preparation for the ACT and to help our school improve instruction – we will always respect a parent’s desire to exclude their student from state testing. Though you can submit a Parental Exclusion Form at any point, submitting the form to the school at least 24 hours prior to the test date helps us ensure that your student does not access the test and is not scheduled for make-up testing.
Math Rocks! Meeting
The next meeting of Math Rocks! will be held on Thursday, April 16th. Math Rocks! is open to all students in any grade level and in any level of math. During this UVU sponsored event, we will explore some fun math puzzles and problems. If you are interested in joining us, please contact Mrs. Plott ([email protected]) for a permission slip or for more information. If you have participated with us before, you do not need a new permission slip. As always, there will be pizza, prizes, treats, and (of course) some really fun math.
Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4–8)
We’re excited to celebrate our amazing teachers with fun treats and a meal throughout the week—including a popcorn bar, bagel bar, taco bar lunch, and swag bags! We would appreciate a donation of $10-15 per family. Please consider signing up to donate items at this link or Venmo a contribution to @Stephanie-Javid. Thank you for helping us make this week special!
Proposed 2026-27 Fee Schedule: Public Comment Period Open Through April 14th
The new 2026-2027 Fee Schedule & Spend Plan are available for parents to view. If you would like to share any feedback with the board before their final approval of the 2026-2027 Fee Schedule & Spend Plan at the April 14th Board Meeting you may:
- Email [email protected] before April 14th, or
- Request to speak during the public comment period of the February 10 or March 10 board meetings (you can come in person or email [email protected] for the online meeting link)
Join Our School Community Council (2026-2028)
Seeking Parent and Grandparent Candidates
Are you interested in having a direct voice in how Maeser’s Trust Lands funds are spent? We are officially opening the nomination period for the 2026–2028 School Community Council (SCC).
The SCC plays a vital role in our school’s success. This council is responsible for reviewing school-wide data and developing the School LAND Trust Plan, which allocates state funding to academic programs, technology, and student support initiatives.
Why Serve on the Council?
As a member of the SCC, you will:
- Collaborate with school administration and faculty to identify academic needs.
- Directly influence the allocation of School LAND Trust funds.
- Assist in the development of the School Professional Development Plan.
- Provide a voice for the parent and grandparent community in our “Classical Education” environment.
Commitment & Eligibility
- Term: A two-year commitment (Fall 2026 through Spring 2028).
- Meetings: The council typically meets once a quarter for approximately one hour.
- Eligibility: To be eligible for a parent/grandparent position, you must have a student enrolled at the school for at least one of the two years of your term.
How to Apply: 3 Open Seats for ‘26-’28
If you are interested in running for a seat, please submit a brief Declaration of Candidacy by April 15th, 2026.
Important Dates
- Nominations Open: March 16, 2026
- Nominations Close: April 15, 2026
- Elections Held (if necessary): April 27 – May 1, 2026
Per Utah State Law (53G-7-1202), the School Community Council must have a two-parent majority over school employees. Your participation ensures our school remains community-led and focused on our students’ highest academic needs.
Employment Opportunities
With our expansion coming Fall 2026, we are actively interviewing for new team members to join us. Please pass these opportunities along to your professional friends and family. 2026-27 Employment Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Current parent volunteer opportunities are always available at this link and will be updated regularly.
Protein Powder for Weight Training Classes
We’re looking for donations of protein powder to support our weightlifting students in their training. This brand is preferred, but any clean protein will do as long as it doesn’t have creatine or caffeine. Donations can be dropped off at the front office
Teacher Appreciation Donations
The following link has a signupgenius that has a variety of items listed that are popular with the staff, but is not limited to those items only. These donations can count towards your volunteer hours. For more details and to sign up, please visit our SignUpGenius: Teacher Treats. Thank you for your generosity.
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 [email protected].
Sports Announcements
Sports Physicals
All students, middle school and high school, who will be playing sports during the 2025-2026 school year need a physical in order to play. Physicals completed on or after March 10, 2025 will be good until July 15, 2026. Here is the link to the UHSAA form which Maeser uses for ALL athletes: UHSAA Physical Form.
4th Term Sports Academic Eligibility
9th-12th Graders
Eligibility for activities/sports during the 4th term of the 2025-2026 school year for 9th-12th graders will be based on 3rd 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.
7th-8th Graders
Eligibility for activities/sports during the 4th term of the 2025-2026 school year for 7th and 8th graders will be based on 3rd term grades. Students must earn a GPA of 2.7 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!
Counseling Announcements
Counseling Donations Needed
The School Counseling Team needs donations of large bags of individually wrapped candy. Donations can count toward volunteer hours! Candy Details:
- Type: An assortment, including chocolate, hard candies (like Jolly Ranchers), Tootsie Pops or Rolls, and other assorted bags. Please include some non-chocolate options as well.
- Quantity: 4–5 bags per 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!