Family Newsletter
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Dr. Gothard will prioritize visiting schools and hearing from students, families, staff, and community partners; building relationships and capacity across MMSD; and working with the Board of Education to establish priorities for the 2024-2025 school year.
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This annual all-city book competition celebrates literary exploration and knowledge among students from MMSD elementary schools.
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This year’s Forward Exam exam window runs from March 18 through April 26, and the PreACT Secure is on April 16. Here’s what you should know to help your student prepare for success.
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In the Madison Metropolitan School District, bilingual programs are offered in 23 schools. Bilingual education opens doors to enhanced communication, cultural understanding, and broader career opportunities.
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Middle school students can participate in cross country, wrestling, volleyball, cheerleading, and pom/dance at their future high school.
![East High Boys Basketball Team Motivates and Inspires Future Purgolders]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712266387/madisonk12wius/hpfzjbspsdvmddyqesqq/EastVarsityBBatOkeeffe.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1712266387/madisonk12wius/hpfzjbspsdvmddyqesqq/EastVarsityBBatOkeeffe.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1712266387/madisonk12wius/hpfzjbspsdvmddyqesqq/EastVarsityBBatOkeeffe.png","width":700}])
The East High Varsity Boys Basketball team recently visited middle schools to emphasize the importance of academic achievement and community service.