Arlington STEM Academy PreK3 - 8th

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School Cancelation Notice: Due to power outages, internet outages, the unsafe travel conditions, flash flooding in the area and several reported accidents and travel advisories, Manara STEM Academy will be moving to a full day cancellation. Be safe Manara Families. We will see everyone tomorrow, May 29.

School Cancelation Notice: Due to power outages, internet outages, the unsafe travel conditions, flash flooding in the area and several reported accidents and travel advisories, Manara Academy will be moving to a full day cancelation. Be safe Manara Families.

Good morning, Manara STEM families. Due to the weather and two hour delay this morning, our end of year awards assemblies for 4th, 5th, 6th & 7th grades will be moved to Friday, May 31. 4th & 5th grade will be at 8:30am, and 6th & 7th grade will be at 10:00am, both on May 31st. Thank you for your understanding. #MAWAY Principal Vinten

Manara Academy will be operating on a 2 hour delay today due to the high winds and storms passing through our area this morning. There are several power outages in the area, rain and hail. We are prioritizing student safety. School will begin today at 10:00 a.m. 5/28/24.

Happy Memorial Day, families! It is officially the last week of the 2023-2024 school year! Please read within the newsletter the grade level ceremony times for this week. Scholars ARE allowed to dress out of uniform for their grade level ceremony. Please come and celebrate each scholar's success during the ceremonies this week. We look forward to recognizing each scholar for their hard work this school year. Please reach out to your child's teacher if you have any questions regarding any last minute items prior to summer break. We are looking forward to a great last week of the 2023-2024 school year with each scholar! #MAWAY Principal Vinten https://sites.google.com/manaraacademy.org/stem-connect-families-23-24-sy/newsletter/may-27-2024

Good afternoon, Manara STEM families! Tomorrow, May 23, will be field day for all students on our campus. Students do NOT have to wear uniform tomorrow and will be given their field day t-shirt upon arrival . Students must also wear tennis shoes, as some of the activities will entail active movement, so tennis shoes are a must. All students will be given a hot dog (halal) lunch with chips, cookies, water, and a snow cone treat during the event. The activities start at 8:30am, with a lunch & movie break from 11:30-1:30, and activities will conclude by 3:20pm. Due to the possibility of rain tomorrow, all activities for students in grades PK3 through 3rd grade will be moved indoors, and all afternoon activites for 4th - 8th grade will be indoors (if weather allows, a few activites for the upper grades will be outside). Parents are welcome to attend and can travel with their child to their designated field day stations. If attending, please come in through the front entrance with your ID and you will be Raptored into our system and given your sticker. We are looking forward to a fun-filled day! #MAWAY Principal Vinten

Good Afternoon, Manara STEM Families, It was wonderful to see everyone at our last Family Fun Cultural Event this past Tuesday! We had over 100 families attending, with a FULL parking lot!! Thank you for coming and celebrating the many cultures, foods, and festivities. It was a beautiful event! There are only two more weeks left in the 2023-2024 school year! This week we have some important items to focus on: -Chromebook collection in grades 3-8 -Field Day on Thursday, May 23 -8th grade graduation ceremony on Friday, May 24 -12th grade graduation ceremony in Irving on Friday, May 24 at 6:00pm All grade level ceremony times and further information about this week's events are detailed within the newsletter. Please reach out if you have any questions. We are looking forward to a fun-filled, exciting last two weeks of school! Enjoy the beautiful weekend! #MAWAY Principal Vinten https://sites.google.com/manaraacademy.org/stem-connect-families-23-24-sy/newsletter/may-20-2024

Congratulations to the Manara Community for their support and participation in the Manara 5K-Run for Gaza! Press Release: https://smb.austindailyherald.com/article/Manara-Academy-District-5K-Race-Raises-Funds-For-Humanitarian-Efforts?storyId=6645ff792978bc51ed00b1c0

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Good morning, Manara STEM families! This afternoon is our last Family Fun Event - Cultures Around the World - from 4pm until 6pm. Please plan on attending to "travel" to all the beautiful places where students have created projects featuring cultures such as Moroco, Portugal, Australia, Italy, Brazil, Mexico, and many more! Also, if you have a cultural food dish you would like to bring to share, please bring it to the cafeteria by 4:30pm. Enjoy projects, cultural food, and a fashion show featuring students wearing clothing from their countries. And remember, Arlington Charities will also be here, so sign up (if you have not already done so) to receive your free groceries! We look forward to seeing you this afternoon!

Good Morning, Manara STEM Families, This week we have our final Family Fun Event - Cultural Night! Please come join us on Tuesday, May 14 from 4pm-6pm to enjoy this event! See within the newsletter all the activities of that afternoon. Please bring a cultural dish to share, as we will have a cultural potluck FEAST, along with a cultural wear fashion show, to conclude the event. Thank you so much for all the wonderful treats, surprises, and kindness given for our teachers and staff last week during Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week! A big thank you to our PTO for organizing such a great time for our team! We appreciate you all! Please see the "Upcoming Events" section in the newsletter for all the items coming up the last three weeks of school (especially end-of-year ceremony dates and times for all grade levels). I look forward to a fun, fast-filled last three weeks of the 2023-2024 school year! Enjoy your weekend! #MAWAY Principal Vinten https://sites.google.com/manaraacademy.org/stem-connect-families-23-24-sy/newsletter/may-13-2024

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Dear Parents/Guardians, We hope this message finds you well. We wanted to share an exciting opportunity for you to further support your child's reading journey at home through mCLASS® Home Connect®, a wonderful resource provided by Amplify. Your child's education is a collaborative effort, and mCLASS Home Connect is here to facilitate meaningful engagement between you and your child while reinforcing essential reading skills. Whether or not you've received a Home Connect letter, you can access the Home Connect site to engage in valuable literacy activities with your child. Here's a simple guide on how to make the most of mCLASS Home Connect: Access the Home Connect Site: Simply visit mclass.amplify.com/homeconnect to get started. -Explore Skill Areas: Dive into skill areas such as Phonological Awareness, Phonics, Accurate and Fluent Reading, and Reading Comprehension. -Discover Activities: Click on a skill button (like Phonics) to explore activities tailored to that specific skill. You can even filter activities based on location (At Home or On the Go) for added convenience. -Detailed Descriptions: Get a closer look at each activity by clicking "Read More" for a comprehensive overview. - External Resources: Some activities may lead to external sites for further engagement. Just click "Go to Activity" to access these resources. -Language Options: Switch between English and Spanish languages using the options provided on the site. Parents be on the lookout .... We also wanted to inform you that your child will be coming home with their End of Year mCLASS Home Connect report by the end of May. This report will provide valuable insights into your child's progress and areas for continued growth. Understanding the Home Connect Letter: Overview: Provides details on your child's performance and goals. Skills Review: Offers insights into skill development and proficiency levels. Activities: Recommends specific activities to support your child's reading development. We understand that the examples provided in this guide may vary from the letters received directly from your child's school. Let's work together to empower your child's literacy journey with mCLASS Home Connect!

Manara Academy wishes to thank the 5K Sponsors in support of the Manara 5K-Run for Gaza. Thank you Saleema Academy, Muslim American Society (MAS), Shawarma Press, Amoud Relief & Development, bigdásh (Irving), Smokey D's BBQ, Islamic School of Irving (ISI), Symbiosis Construction, Service First Cleaning, Diwa Kitchens, Dynamic Support Solutions (DSS), and Big Thought.

Thank you Manara Community for our supporting our Manara 5K-Run for Gaza! As with all successful events, it takes many volunteers. Our Manara Community raised $1,000 for Autism Awareness and $10,000 for humanitarian relief efforts in Gaza.

Thank you Manara Community for our supporting our Manara 5K-Run for Gaza! It was a wonderful time as we supported our students, families and community members and cheered everyone to the finish line! Our Community raised $1,000 for Autism Awareness and $10,000 for humanitarian relief efforts in Gaza.

Good Afternoon, Manara STEM Families, STAAR testing is now completed! Thank you for all your support with helping our testing season to be great! This week is Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week! A big thank you to our PTO for helping to organize some "sweet" days to come this week for our teachers & staff. Please read inside the newsletter as to how you can help to celebrate your scholar's teachers, as they deserve great recognition! The PTO is getting items together to provide lunch for the teachers and staff on Wednesday, May 8, so if you would like to donate any food items, please see within the newsletter the sign-up link on ways to participate. We love our STEM teachers and staff! Also this week is our Arabic Storytelling Competition! Please see within the newsletter the dates, times and grade levels participating on Monday and Tuesday of this week. The scholars participating in this event have been working hard, and I'm excited to watch this wonderful event! Parents are welcome to attend! Enjoy the wonderful weekend! Please come out to the 5K event in Irving on Sunday if you are able! It is sure to be a great time full of fun, games, and food! #MAWAY Principal Vinten https://sites.google.com/manaraacademy.org/stem-connect-families-23-24-sy/newsletter/may-6-2024

Join us on Sunday for our Manara 5K Run for Gaza. There's plenty of fun for the entire family! Food vendors-Halal Subs, Bigdash Ice Cream, Coffee, Icee Drinks, Pie Slices, Cookies, children's games, face painting, henna, DJ music, bounce house and more!

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