We’re looking forward to connecting with families to celebrate progress and set goals for the months ahead!
✅ Please check your scheduled time from your child’s teacher.
✅ Arrive a few minutes early so we can stay on schedule.
✅ If you need to adjust your time, contact your teacher directly.
Your partnership makes a difference every day—thank you for working with us to help every Wildcat grow! 💙

Thursday, October 23rd | 5:00–7:00 pm | MCE Side Yard
Enjoy the Book Fair, fun, games, and prizes!
Costumes welcome—bring your family for an evening of laughter and community.
Hot dogs, chips, and soda are available for purchase.

Our classrooms are ready for a fun, festive day of learning and celebration!
Teachers have already shared details about party times and volunteers—please reach out directly to your child’s teacher with any questions.
Reminders:
No costumes, please.
This celebration is for MCE students only—no siblings.
Snacks: Store-bought, sealed items only; please avoid pumpkin flavorings and scents.
Photos: Be mindful of students without photo permissions- only post pictures of your child on social media.
Thank you for helping us keep this event safe, inclusive, and fun for every Wildcat! 🧡

Your hard work, dedication, and willingness to go the extra mile keep our school clean, safe, and ready for learning each and every day. 💙 We appreciate all you do to make MCE a place where our Wildcats can thrive!

📢 MCE October Parent Newsletter is here! 🍂
Check out what’s happening at MCE this month:
✨ You Matter / Red Ribbon Week
🎃 Fall Harvest Parties
📚 Parent–Teacher Conferences
📸 School Picture Day
…and more!
👉 https://secure.smore.com/n/kqpm5b
Thank you for partnering with us in developing lifelong learners through positive collaboration. 💛

On Wednesday, October 1st, students are invited to bring $1 and wear a hat all day. The money collected will go toward a charity of the Student Council’s choosing, which will be determined soon. This is a fun way for students to give back while showing their school spirit!

MCR2 would like to thank the students and parents who followed our game day expectations during the football game last week. Tonight we have another busy Friday with our homecoming celebration!
We look forward to seeing you at the game and ask that all spectators keep our expectations in mind to ensure everyone can enjoy the festivities.
Let's go, Wildcats!


From organizing events to providing resources, you help create opportunities that enrich our school community. 💙 We are grateful for your partnership in developing lifelong learners through positive collaboration.

📢 PTO Fundraiser Reminder!
All Bobo’s order forms are due Wednesday, October 1st. 🗓️
Thank you for supporting our school through this fundraiser—every order helps our Wildcats! 🐾💙
Please be sure to send forms and payments to school by Wednesday so they can be processed on time.
We appreciate your support! 🙌

💙🤍 It’s Homecoming, Wildcats! 🤍💙
Tomorrow we’re celebrating with a Blue & White Day—let’s fill the school with Wildcat pride! 🎉 Wear your favorite Wildcat gear or blue and white to show your spirit.
🧢 Wildcat caps are welcome too!
Let's go, Wildcats!

📣Montgomery County R-II Needs Difference-Makers!
Have you thought about stepping into the classroom as a substitute teacher? 🏫
MCE is hosting three Substitute Certificate Help Desk opportunities—where you’ll have technology and support at your fingertips to guide you through the process. 💙
Check out the flyer below for details ⬇️


Today we celebrate National IT Professionals Day 🎉 A huge thank you to our technology gurus, Tommy and Ron, for all they do to keep MCE up and running. From troubleshooting tech glitches to making sure our classrooms stay connected, they keep our learning world moving forward every day.
We appreciate your hard work, patience, and expertise — you’re the heroes behind the screens! 🙌💙

📣 MCE PTO Fundraiser Kickoff! 🎉
Our Bobo’s Fundraiser launches this Wednesday, September 17th! 🗓️
Be on the lookout—fundraiser information will be coming home in your child’s backpack on kickoff day.
📌 Additional details about the fundraiser will be shared as dates approach.
Thank you for supporting MCE PTO and helping us make a difference for our students! 💙🐾

📱 Stay Connected with MCE! 💙🐾
Have you downloaded the MCR-2 app yet? It’s the fastest way to stay up-to-date with school news, events, and announcements—all in one place!
✅ Communicate with your child's teacher
✅ Updates right at your fingertips
✅ Never miss important info
👉 Search Montgomery County R-II in your App Store or Google Play—then look for the Powercat 🐾 to make sure you’ve got the right app!
Stay connected. Stay informed! 💙

✨ Mark your calendars — our Grandparents Days & Fine Arts Performances continue this spring:
Kindergarten & 1st Grade: TBD (Spring 2025)
2nd & 3rd Grade: April 9th
Preschool: April 10th
4th & 5th Grade: May 12th
We can’t wait to welcome our wonderful grandparents to the building for a day of special memories!


Thursday, Sept 4th @ 5:15 in the MCE Cafeteria or Live on the Montgomery City Elementary PTO Facebook Page. We look forward to seeing our MCE families!

📢 Exciting News for MCE Families! 🎉
Our new communication tool Rooms, is now up and running! 🙌
This app will help us stay connected with you more easily—from school updates to classroom communication directly from your child’s teacher.
👉 Here’s how to get started:
Download the app:
📱 iPhone: https://aptg.co/pFQBdg
🤖 Android: https://aptg.co/1GGDkj
Sign in using the phone number connected to your student’s enrollment.
It’s that simple! ✅
We’re excited for all families to use Rooms as a one-stop place for school and classroom communication. 💙🐾

On Wednesday, September 3, students are invited to bring $1 and wear a hat all day. The money collected will go toward a charity of the Student Council’s choosing, which will be determined for the 2025–26 school year. This is a fun way for students to give back while showing their school spirit!

