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  **BUDGET UPDATE**  
To keep the Madison community aware of the State's budget and its impact on Madison schools, we have created a separate section for all budget related information.

Visit this page for information on Arizona's budget, the components of school finance, where tax dollars are directed, and what this all means for Madison. All documents, presentations, and important dates can also be found there.  

Be sure to check back often for updates.

 

Announcements

Draft 2012-2013 Bus Routes Posted 
Madison's Department of Transportation has posted the draft 2012-2013 bus routes. To view your child's school, click on the tabs at the bottom of the spreadsheet. These are subject to change so please check back before school starts in August.

Nominations for 2012 Share the Excellence Awards
Madison is calling for nominations for the annual Share the Excellence Awards. These awards recognize community members and outstanding staff in appreciation of their performance, support, and overall contribution to the Madison School District and their service to students.  

Community members, teaching staff, and support staff (administrators, contracted staff, 52-week and hourly-paid employees, etc) are eligible to receive this award. Please see the award criteria. Special consideration will be given to nominees who have had a district-wide impact. 

Anyone may submit a nomination. Nomination letters and completed nomination forms must be postmarked or received online on or before April 28th, 2012, and sent to Cheryl Allen at Camelview or callen@msd38.org. Award recipients will be recognized at the May 15th Governing Board Meeting.

Community Education Registration is Now OPEN
Registration is now OPEN for the Community Education offerings of Before and After School Care (MAC), Early Childhood Program (ECP), Kindergarten Enrichment (INVEST), and Summer Camp.  Click HERE to register or read more information.

Simis' Cafeteria Dedication Scheduled
Madison Simis' new cafeteria will be dedicated on Monday, March 19 at 8:45a.m. The cafeteria was rebuilt as part of the bond. Simis is located at 7302 N.10th Street. Tours of the new building will immediately follow the ceremony.

New School Hours for 2012-2013 School Year
Madison’s Governing Board has approved new school hours for the 2012-2013 school year. The new times will increase student safety at drop-off and pick-up times, save on bus-transportation costs, and allow the District to provide busing for after-school activities. Please view the new schedule for each school.

Phoenix Union District Invites Community to Assist in Redistricting
Every 10 years, the Phoenix Union High School District reviews the boundaries of its governing board wards. Residents may participate in the online mapping and provide input on these boundaries. Please see the letter from PUHSD for more information.

Madison Health Fair Planned for March 3
Join the Madison community for the annual health fair and learn how to make positive healthy choices for you and your family.There will be over 20 vendor booths, activities for kids, contests and raffles. The fair will be held from 9:00am -- Noon at Madison Park School, 1431 E. Campbell. There is no cost to attend.

Madison Camelview Teacher Honored as ELL Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to Camelview teacher Mrs. Jennifer Glueck who was recently named Arizona English Language Learner Teacher of the Year by the Arizona Department of Education. Mrs. Glueck was surprised with a visit by Superintendent of Public Instruction Mr. John Huppenthal and other members of ADE during a recent assembly and will be honored at an upcoming awards ceremony.

Madison's M&O Override Passes
The Madison Elementary School District thanks our voters for supporting the district’s 15% M&O Override. Passage of the override reaffirms the commitment of our community to ensure that Madison provides a high quality education even during difficult economic times. This will enable us to keep class sizes and elective opportunities a priority and enrich our core learning programs. We are especially appreciative of the Yes for Madison Schools Committee, led by parent Steve Burgoyne, for this override’s success.

Madison Park School Launches STEM Program
In August 2011 Madison Park School began utilizing a blended learning model combining teacher-led instruction and online learning. The Madison Park School of Dynamic Interactive Learning has a STEM (Science, Technology, Math, and Engineering) focus. All students receive laptop computers as part of the new program.  Madison Park School is now registering students in Grades 5-8.  It is located at 1431 E. Campbell in Phoenix. Click here to view the program brochure.

Changes for Madison Camelview/REACH
In August 2011 Madison Camelview became a K-4 school; the school previously served students through Grade 3. Additionally, Grades 1-4 of the REACH program for highly gifted students moved to Camelview; Grades 5-8 remain at Madison Park.

   

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