To celebrate their hard work and perseverance during our poetry unit, 4th graders along with 5th grade at Maple Grove Charter School had the great opportunity to welcome published poet and community member James Botsford to our classroom to share about poetry. It was a great day hearing about James’ experience and inspiration with poetry, listening to some of his poems, and students being able to share their own poetry. We were so thankful to have James share his one of his passions with us today.
about 2 years ago, Brianna Zondlo
We have two questions on the November 8 general election ballot. Be a part of the decision. It's as Easy as 1, 2, 3!
about 2 years ago, Nathan Brost
With fire safety this week, 1st graders and learners at MGCS were excited to have a visit from the Hamburg Fire Department. 1st graders showed their CRISP traits in their respectful listening to fire safety practices and displayed craftsmanship in a coloring contest. As the firefighters said, “it was incredibly hard to choose 3 winners”, but the 3 they chose definitely showed that craftsmanship of a Maple Grove fox and could not stop smiling today! 😊🔥🚒🧯Way to go girls!
about 2 years ago, Ms. Etten
Thank you to MGCS Governance Board and PTO for our GaGa Pit. This is a great game that we can integrate our CRISP traits of Integrity and Respect! It such a fun game for the kids and adults too!
about 2 years ago, Mrs. Hanson
On the November 8 general election ballot, the School District of Athens is asking voters to approve a recurring operational referendum question for $900,000 in 2022-23 and $1.67 million per year thereafter for operational and maintenance expenses; and a $5.525 million capital referendum for a Middle/High School building addition and District facilities improvements.
about 2 years ago, Nathan Brost
This week, fifth grade students from MGCS and Athens Elementary visited The Highgrounds Veterans Memorial Park. This trip was sponsored by Mar-Lin VFW Post 10203 and afforded students the opportunity to learn about the lives of veterans, see memorials and monuments, and witness a flag retirement ceremony. It was a beautiful day to honor our veterans.
about 2 years ago, Emily Szutkowski
Maple Grove Phone and Internet service is back up. Thank you for your patience.
about 2 years ago, Nathan Brost
All eligible district residents are encouraged to cast their vote today at the polls. Our District has two very important referendum questions on the ballot. Every vote counts!
about 2 years ago, Nathan Brost
At MGCS we’re so EXCITED to welcome our 3 chickens and rooster back! Thank you to the Kohnhorst family for giving us the opportunity to learn from them again. Our learners will take turns feeding and watering them, collecting their eggs, and cleaning up after them. There’s nothing better than hearing the rooster say “good morning” everyday 🐓
about 2 years ago, Mrs. Hanson
Maple Grove Charter School has one open position on the Board of Directors available! This is a great opportunity to get involved in our school! Members promote Maple Grove's mission, oversee the goals of the charter contract and communicate with school leadership to support staff and students.
If you're interested or want to learn more, email Jasmin Skerven at
jwade@athens1.org. Application materials are due by Friday, Oct. 28. Join us at our meeting on Monday, October 10 at 6 pm at Maple Grove to get to know us!
about 2 years ago, Mrs. Hanson
On the November 8, 2022 general election ballot, the School District of Athens is asking voters to approve a recurring operational referendum question for operational and maintenance expenses; and a capital referendum for a Middle/High School building addition and District facilities improvements. See our dedicated referendum webpage to learn more before you cast your vote!
about 2 years ago, Nathan Brost
MGCS kindergarten students spent this week's outdoor lab experience identifying maple trees by their bark and leaves. Once they were found and considered large enough, we chose our very own to tap this year! 🍁
about 2 years ago, Sabrina Riehle
On the November 8, 2022 general election ballot, the School District of Athens is asking voters to approve a recurring operational referendum question for operational and maintenance expenses; and a capital referendum for a Middle/High School building addition and District facilities improvements. See our dedicated referendum webpage to learn more before you cast your vote!
https://www.athens1.org/page/referendumabout 2 years ago, Nathan Brost
FALL PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES Thursday October 6 and Tuesday October 11 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Please use the link below to schedule a conference with your child’s teacher. If you have any questions, contact your school office.
https://ptcfast.com/schools/School_District_of_Athensabout 2 years ago, Nathan Brost
On Friday, Maple Grove Charter School learners participated in a study of the Big Rib River at Amco Park with the help of our outdoor experience guide, Sandy Benton. Second, fourth, and fifth grade classes gained hands-on experience while investigating our local ecosystem and the creatures that inhabit it. Learners will use this knowledge to consider the health and conservation of our local water systems.
about 2 years ago, Emily Szutkowski
Ms Etten’s 1st graders at Maple Grove Charter School had Sandy Benton from FieldEdventures to help them learn how to identify maple trees based on the branches, bark, and leaves. After identifying maple trees, students were able to use new tools to measure and flag. They definitely enjoyed being able to use an open reel tape measure and flag tape more than many toys. I love the learning that can take place in the outdoors at a school like Maple Grove. I have no doubt it will be exciting for them to journal about their tree throughout the changing of seasons! Now the waiting game….. many of them were wanting to tap their trees as soon as next week 😊🪵🍁📝
about 2 years ago, Ms. Etten
Ms Barrick's third graders at Maple Grove Charter School with the help of Sandy Benton from FieldEdventures designed frog/toad houses and pit traps after evaluating if the locations on the school property would be suitable for meeting their species' basic needs. They will continue to monitor and survey throughout next week and journal their observations. **Disclaimer: The pit traps were not left over the weekend due to ethic reasons.
about 2 years ago, Jessica Barrick
MGCS 4th graders had a great first week building our classroom community and learning about the natural world around us. We are so ready for a great year ahead of us!
about 2 years ago, Brianna Zondlo
The littlest foxes at MGCS are starting the year strong! Within the welcoming school forest, students engaged in an activity that targeted name & letter recognition, fine motor skills, and perseverance. The possibilities are endless in this environment! 🦊
about 2 years ago, Sabrina Riehle
During outdoor labs on Friday our 5th graders are learning about water sheds. They needed to pretend they were in a survival situation and how they could trap water to survive. They were given a variety of methods and limited materials and tools to create their water collection. The methods included Rain traps,Transpiration, Dew Traps, or solar stills. They teamed up with a partner and started brainstorming and creating. Over the weekend their traps were tested and they went to see the results today and how well they held up and who trapped the most water. Later in the year they will continue the learning on how to filter the water for clean drinking water.
about 2 years ago, Mrs. Hanson