Monthly Archives: October 2016

Come Support Your Bulldogs!! Mayer Magnet School Athletics Remaining Fall Sports Schedules 2016 Cross Country 10/29: Saturday, City Championship @ Washington Park  (5531 S King Dr.) **qualification required** Flag Football 10/24: Monday @ Lincoln (Cricket Hill Montrose East of Lake Shore Drive) 10/26: Wednesday  LaSalle @ Home 5/6 Plays @ 4:15  &  7/8 Plays Immediately After Boys Soccer 10/25: Tuesday […]

Dear Fellow Mayer Parents, Adding up the pieces of Mayer’s puzzle, there’s much to be thankful for… Despite the news of shrinking CPS attendance rates, Mayer’s student body continues to grow! And yet, financial uncertainty continuously looms on the horizon. Thanks to the 50% of our community who donate each year to the Pledge Drive, Friends of Mayer (FOM) was […]

Monday, October 17 – Friends of Mayer meeting – Floriole Café (1220 W. Webster) –  8:30am Tuesday, October 18 – Parent Education Night: “What is Montessori?” – 6:00pm – 7:30pm Friday, October 21 – Bulldog Ball (formerly the Mother/Son Dance) – 6:00pm – 8:00pm Sunday, October 23 – Lincoln Park High School Open House – 2:00pm – 5:00pm Wednesday, October […]

Talent show season is upon us!  For more information, please watch the talent show video here Our fall talent show auditions will take place on Friday, November 4, 2016 in the morning.  This is a non-attendance day for students and the schedule will be made available by Tuesday, November 1st, but probably by Monday, October 31st. The link to register […]

The 2016-17 Pledge Drive kicks off on Monday, October 17th. With your support we can ensure Mayer’s Future of Excellence. Please take the time to read the communications, but more importantly MAKE YOUR PLEDGE! Every donation, no matter the amount, helps complete the puzzle. To learn more, please attend the Friends of Mayer meeting on October 17th at 8:30am on […]

Please join us for an evening of Parent Education   “What is Montessori Education?” – Are you new to Oscar Mayer School’s Montessori Program? – Have you visited your child’s classroom and noticed the room is set up differently than a traditional classroom? – Have you seen work coming home in your child’s folder and wondered, what is that? – […]

Dear Parents, We had a wonderful day in session this past two days with all of our teachers and students back in the classrooms.  I am thrilled there was an agreement between CTU and CPS, which allowed children to be in school.  I overheard many teachers and children say how happy they were to be in school.  Thank you all […]

Bulldog Ball Formerly the Mother/Son Dance Friday, October 21 6:00 PM – 8:00pm The Bulldog Ball, formerly the Mother/Son dance, welcomes all Mayer boys to bring their favorite adult to join us – it’s all part of the fun!  The night will be filled with games, dancing, snacks, photos, crafts and a great time had by all!   Bring your favorite […]

Friends of Mayer (FOM) raises money to provide programs and funding that support Mayer’s teachers, students and community. FOM understands the significance of a strong community…it means More Parent Involvement on a daily basis in our classrooms, More Volunteers to help run events like the Walkathon, dances and Fall Fest and More Dollars Raised  to support the education of our […]