Dear Madison PTSA,
As we enter May, the school year is nearing its conclusion. The fourth quarter is well underway, and there’s a noticeable energy in the building as we focus on finishing strong. Testing season begins next week and seniors start their Wings externships on May 15th. Last week, our 9th through 11th-grade students shared their Wings presentations, reflecting on their personal growth and achievements this year. I encourage you to ask your child about their presentation, as every accomplishment they recognize, regardless of size, is worth celebrating.
On April 30th, we hosted our annual Feet Meet. With possibly the best weather we’ve ever had for this event, we celebrated a tremendous turnout of over 500 participants. A special shout-out goes to Beth Eachus for coordinating the event and her tireless support of unified sports opportunities and Special Olympics. Thank you to our staff, families, and students for their unwavering support in making this such a joyful day.
The week of May 4th we will be celebrating Teacher Appreciation week. I am so proud of the work our staff does each day to support our students, often going above and beyond to ensure every child feels seen and supported. I strongly encourage our families to take a moment to send a small note of appreciation to your child’s teachers. These kind words go a long way this time of year and serve as a wonderful reminder of the impact they have on our community.
Finally, I am sharing a brief overview of key dates to keep in mind as the school year wraps up. It is vital that families take the time to sit down with their students and carefully go over the upcoming end-of-year schedule together.
Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership and support. Together, we can ensure a strong and successful finish to the school year.
Warm regards,
Liz Calvert
Principal, Madison High School
The MAD Data Corner
Chronic Absenteeism. As the data shows, we are currently trending up and are 1.5% higher this year compared to last year. Families are reminded of the importance of regular school attendance. This number directly impacts our rating as a distinguished school using VDOE’s SPSF guidelines. Please reach out to your child’s school counselor if you have any concerns.
