Brett Henderson

Book Drive

Miles Umscheid in our Lower Elementary class spent time this summer collecting books. He initially wrote a letter asking neighbors, friends, and family members for help. Those that responded dropped off books to Miles at his house or made a collection plan with his mother, Matty Umscheid. Some out of town friends and family sent donations and Miles went to a bookstore to select some of his favorite books that he felt other children would enjoy. Miles has collected over 1,400 books varying in age range from board books to novels. He has enjoyed reading since a young age and wanted to share that joy with other children. Miles will donate the books to the Safe Haven Women’s Shelter and Cooks Children’s Medical Center. Last summer, Miles organized a canned food drive for the Food Bank of North Texas.

By Brett Henderson|2018-08-04T19:12:37+00:00August 4th, 2018|Lower Elementary, MSFW, Parent|Comments Off

Lego Mastermind and Avionics Photos

The Upper Elementary students created vehicles then directed them through an obstacle course. Some vehicles could play tunes or say words that were programmed on the computer. Thank you to our guest teacher and alumni graduate, Renee Williams, for instructing the class. Dale LeMaster taught the middle school students a week-long class on avionics. Students designed planes and tested them to determine if their ability to fly.

By Brett Henderson|2018-08-04T19:04:46+00:00August 4th, 2018|Middle School, MSFW, Parent, Upper Elementary|Comments Off

This Week in Photos
This Week in Photos

Lower Elementary, Middle School, MSFW, Parent, Primary, Toddler

This Week in Photos

By Brett Henderson|2018-07-31T08:22:48+00:00July 31st, 2018|Lower Elementary, Middle School, MSFW, Parent, Primary, Toddler|Comments Off

Photos of the Week

These two Upper Elementary students are playing a traditional hoop and stick game. An upper elementary student demonstrates making cheese. The Upper Elementary students made Johnny cakes, cheese and butter last week as part of their study of the pioneers. Celebrating a summer birthday is always fun!

By Brett Henderson|2018-07-24T13:25:21+00:00July 24th, 2018|Lower Elementary, Middle School, Parent, Primary, Toddler, Upper Elementary|Comments Off

Summer School Photos of the Week
Summer School Photos of the Week

Lower Elementary, Middle School, MSFW, Primary, Toddler, Upper Elementary

Summer School Photos of the Week

Toddler Class Primary Class Lower Elementary Class Upper Elementary Class New Playground Shed - Built by MSFW Graduate Luke Boydstun ('15) and members of his Boy scout Troop

By Brett Henderson|2018-07-10T15:24:08+00:00July 10th, 2018|Lower Elementary, Middle School, MSFW, Primary, Toddler, Upper Elementary|Comments Off

Ridglea Hills Neighborhood Association Fourth of July Parade

MSFW participated in the RHNA parade again this year. Thank you to our families that represented the school: Boydstun, Bruns, Francis, Henderson, Hillard, Hopkins, Mayo and Martinez families. A very special thank you to the Scheffrahn family for organizing.

By Brett Henderson|2018-07-10T10:21:04+00:00July 10th, 2018|Lower Elementary, Middle School, MSFW, Parent, Primary, Toddler, Upper Elementary|Comments Off

Goodbye and Hello!

MSFW salutes two primary teachers that are departing for other adventures after this school year. Kathy Schimmel is embarking on a sailboat cruise in the Caribbean Sea next year with her beloved, Marion. They plan to explore life to its fullest! We hope to welcome her back in the near future and hear all about this trip of a lifetime! Sarla Shanthakumar has been a lovely addition to our faculty this year. She is moving to Plano to share the responsibilities of aging parents with her family members. Our heartfelt gratitude to Sarla for her year with us at MSFW. She has been such a beautiful example of inner peace for all of us. We welcome back Katie Blair to our North Primary class. Katie previously taught at MSFW and is a well-respected Montessori teacher. She will assume responsibilities for Kathy Schimmel. Sharon Hoffman will be teaching in the 2South classroom with her mentor teachers, Julie Sphar and Gail Corley. Sharon has taught for many years at St. Andrew Catholic School. The Montessori method has intrigued her since sending her [...]

By Brett Henderson|2018-05-22T08:30:51+00:00May 22nd, 2018|MSFW, Parent, Primary|Comments Off

School Year 2017-2018

Dear Parents, At this time of the year, please know that we would all like to express our heartfelt and sincere gratitude for your gifts this year. Your gift could be time reading or listening to readers, time in the workroom, helping at lunch bunch, chaperoning on a field trip, making copies for a classroom, sharing your knowledge or talents ... the list is endless! Only with family support can we so fully serve our students. We thank you for your time, energy and generosity. Every kindness is noticed and appreciated. Sincerely, MSFW Teachers and Administration

By Brett Henderson|2018-05-22T08:21:06+00:00May 22nd, 2018|Lower Elementary, Middle School, MSFW, Parent, Primary, Toddler, Upper Elementary|Comments Off

Little Free Library

Our Little Free Library has been a wonderful addition to the school this year thanks to the Reynolds Family. Please remember it this summer! We only have a few books currently. If you are doing cleaning and organizing, consider placing outgrown books in our library. Many of our families frequent the library and perhaps others in the neighborhood. The idea is to take books and give back. Help us keep the Little Free Library stocked with great reads this summer!

By Brett Henderson|2018-05-21T17:29:27+00:00May 21st, 2018|Lower Elementary, Middle School, MSFW, Parent, Primary, Toddler, Upper Elementary|Comments Off

Graduation 2018

Do you enjoy testimonials that touch your heart? If so, join us tonight for the 2018 MSFW Graduation of our 8th graders. They will give speeches recounting their time at our school and their personal defining moments growing up. Graduation is held in the Middle School from 6:30-7:30 pm. Come join us and support our graduating class of 2018!

By Brett Henderson|2018-05-21T17:25:55+00:00May 21st, 2018|Middle School, MSFW, Parent|Comments Off

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