May School “Hoot”
Week of April 28, 2025
Taking Flight! Matching Fundraising Drive: Tuesday, May 6—Wednesday, May 7
THANK YOU to everyone who has already contributed to our Taking Flight! matching fundraising drive. Whether it's making a gift or dedicating your time, it's incredibly appreciated!
This year, we're hoping for 100% participation from our May Center families, staff, and board! ANY amount you donate up to and including May 6-7 is 3x impactful courtesy of our triple match. Learn more and share the link: www.charidy.com/maycenter
NEW! Prizes for Students and Parents/Staff
When we hit our goals, our STUDENTS enjoy these school-wide prizes:
$150,000: Ice Cream Party at the May 23rd Family Picnic
$275,000: Bounce House + Ice Cream Party at the May 23rd Family Picnic
When PARENTS or STAFF volunteer in-person on May 6-7 OR contact 10+ people about the fundraiser:
Be entered to win a raffle prize, courtesy of our sponsors: Buffalo Thunder Resort Casino, Meow Wolf Santa Fe, Georgia O'Keeffe Museum, and Ojo Santa Fe! Email annie@maycenter.org to be entered.
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Upcoming Events
Taking Flight! Matching Fundraising Drive | Tuesday, May 6 at 3:00 pm–Wednesday, May 7 at 3:00 pm
Track Meet (at Aspen Community Magnet School) | Monday, May 12 from 3:45–5:00 pm
Field Day | Friday, May 16 from 9:45 am–12:00 pm (pickup at Fort Marcy)
New Campus Hike | Sunday, May 18 at 10:00 am
End of Year Ceremonies | Friday, May 23 from 9:30 am–12:00 pm
Big Bright Kickoff! Family Picnic | Friday, May 23 from 4:00–6:00 pm (at our new campus!)
Special Announcements
From May School Admin:
The 2025-26 School Calendar is now available! Access it here or at the link below.
From Ms. Megan in Outreach:
Purchase your yearbook here! Receive a shipping discount when you order by Thursday, May 8.
From Ms. Topa at May School:
Rio Grande School has invited us to join them for a friendly non-competitive track meet. The date is Monday May 12 from 3:45–5:00 pm at Aspen Community Magnet School. Come join and wear your May School green and sneakers.
Email me at topa@maycenter.org to sign up. All ages and levels welcome!
The events being offered include:
Running Events:
50 Meter Dash (Grades K-2)
100 Meter Dash
400 Meter Run
800 Meter Run (Parent & Kid Fun Run!)
4 x 100 Meter Relay
Field Events:
Long Jump
Owl Vision
Science: This week, students engaged in free-choice activities. Intermediate students participated in a mini science debate unit, arguing for or against the claim, “Plastic water bottles should be banned.” They also conducted a water filtration project where they tried to filter very dirty water.
Reading: In Jack’s Reading Room, Ms. Clementine’s class read The Mouse with a House on his Back. Ms. Caitlin’s class read That Always Happens Sometimes, a humorous story about a boy getting ready for school and something always happening to throw him off-schedule.
Students from Ms. Lisa’s class created objects out of clay that went along with their novel study of The One and Only Ivan. Ms. Jennifer’s class finished the novel A Wolf Called Wander and completed a storyboard about 6 events which took place in the novel.
Students from Ms. Nia and Ms. Corrie’s classes wrote paragraphs on their book of choice, which they each read. Their paragraphs will be displayed in the hallway under the title: Summer Book Recommendations.
Art: In Art, the students drew pictures of visions through glasses. They also made feathers in preparation for a Taking Flight!-themed exhibition.
Talent Show
The students put on an amazing talent show this week for their peers. We are so lucky to have so many diverse talents in our school!
Around the Nest
Lastly, thank you again to all the families who helped put on the best Teacher Appreciation Week ever!
Have a wonderful weekend!