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Jeremy Thornton, class of 2004 East High School, special education teacher, as well as the head football coach at Madison East High School shares what it means to have Eastside Pride.
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October will be an exciting month for MMSD Food & Nutrition. In addition to being National Farm to School Month, October is also National School Lunch Week from Oct. 10 through 14.
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Safety and security are at the forefront of many families' minds nationwide. Learn how we're building a safe, welcoming environment for every MMSD student.
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Mark your calendars for these upcoming October District Calendar reminders.
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The State data supports trends which can be interpreted as a positive impact of MMSD's critical investments in early literacy, and that the district’s focus on literacy may have buoyed proficiency results amid pandemic challenges.
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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form completed by current and prospective college students to determine their eligibility for student financial aid.