It's back to the business of learning as our students and teachers return from winter break and start the second half of the 2011-2012 school year!

Already, a round of learning assessments is underway, and Science Fair projects are in the works. We have a few other events in the works that we'd love to have you at, such as our first ever MBES Multi-cultural Fair!

We also give you instructions on applying for Magnet, Fundamental or Career Academy schools for next school year.

Read all about these and more in the January 6, 2012 Manatee Messenger

• We prepare to send students off for Winter Break, with wishes that everyone have a safe and healthy holiday season.

• Instructions for applying to Magnet, Fundamental, and Career Academy schools are provided.

• Give thanks to all of our volunteers, and request your help as a Secret pal or in helping room representatives with class holiday parties.

• This month's Commitment to Character topic is kindness. We take advice from Ann Landers on the topic.

• Our school counselor shares some rules for you to help build structure and improve behavior both at home and at school.

In this issue:

• The Student Council is sponsoring a Holiday Canned Food Drive for the Salvation Army. We will be collecting cans and boxed food items until November 15th.

• The Great American Teach In is Thursday, November 17th. We still need volunteers to help out if you are available.

• Space is available in our yearbook for parents to place a personalized message.

• The clinic is in dire need of girls clothing for emergency purposes

Read all about these and other news and information in the November 4th Issue!

In this issue:

Red Ribbon week is from October 24th through the 28th. The Red Ribbon campaign is the catalyst to show intolerance for drugs in our schools, workplaces, and communities. A Red Ribbon means that the wearer will say “YES” to LIFE and say “NO” to Drugs. Learn how we are celebrating this event at MBES.

Did you know that you can get discounts for Lego Land just by being a member of the PTA? That's a 5 dollar investment that pays off in dividends for your child's education and your family's entertainment!

The Great American Teach In is Thursday, November 17th. We still need volunteers to help out if you are available.

Read all about these and other news and information in the October 21st Issue!

In this issue:

This month's newsletter takes a look back at International Walk to School Day, and a look forward to the Great American Teach-In coming up November 17th! We could really use your help to make the event go fabulously for our students!

Also, please take a moment to congratulate our newly elected Student Council representatives and the talented student artists chosen to represent MBES in a year-long art exhibition at the Pinellas County Administration Building in Largo!  

Read all about it in the October 7th Issue!

In this issue:

This month's newsletter puts all the latest MBES news at your fingertips! After reading it, please take a note from Principal Aemisegger's article and nominate your favorite teacher and support staff for the Pinellas Outstanding Educator or Support Staff of the Year awards. Our staff works hard and loves to hear your positive feedback! 

Read all about it in the September 23 Issue!