Door Prizes Needed: Can you help support our MSD19 Elementary Curriculum Night? We are seeking donations to raffle off as door prizes for our MSD19 Elementary Curriculum Night. If you are willing to donate, please contact Katie Wisnasky at wisnaskyk@msd19.org. Donations are needed by September 19. #19EveryStudent
Love when I visit MES classrooms and see notes that parents wrote for their children at Open House. These are a reminder for students about how much they are loved and supported! Parents-thanks for writing these-they mean so much to your kiddos! #MESPRoud #19EveryStudent
At MES, Mrs. Perkins's class is diving right into writing. They worked on decorating their writers notebooks and can't wait to start their first story! #MESProud#19EveryStudent
Mrs. Bechtoldt’s fifth grade class had fun while working on their writing stamina today! Wow! They loved the topics and wrote a lot! #MESPride
All caregivers are invited to attend! Learn what students at MSD19 experience in math and ELA—and so much more! We will be featuring mini sessions on OG, Number Corner, instructional coaching, and many other aspects of the Pre K-5 curriculum! Sept. 22, 2022, 5:00pm-7:30pm, MHS
MES 4th grade students in Mrs. Richards class were busy team building with cup stacking challenge today. The students had a lot of fun while building relationships with their peers. #MESProud #19EveryStudent
MES Parents-Picture props will still be available for you to use the rest of the week to take back to school pictures. Look for the props in our foyer. Enjoy! #MESProud
A big thank you to Apex Physical Therapy here in Mascoutah for delivering dozens of fresh donuts this week to the teachers and staff in Mascoutah Schools! We appreciate your thoughtfulness! Thanks for thinking of us! #MESProud #19EveryStudent
Welcome to the MES Family, Mrs. Kara Nolte! Mrs. Nolte has taught for over twenty years. She is a familiar face, as she previously worked at MES as a teacher and substitute. Mrs. Nolte owns Stars R Us Dance Studio in Mascoutah. She and her husband have two children, Kinslee and Nash, both who attend Mascoutah Elementary School. They love to travel and spend time with family and friends. Let's give Mrs. Nolte a warm welcome back to MES! #MESProud
Welcome to the MES family, Mrs. Morgan Crabtree! Last year, Mrs. Crabtree taught Kindergarten in Crane, MO, and is thrilled to continue teaching
Kindergarten at MES. Her and her husband grew up in Southwest Missouri where they met and attended college. Together they enjoy going to Cardinals and Blues games, being outdoors, and laughing with friends and family. Mrs. Crabtree feels blessed to have the opportunity to teach, learn, and grow at MES, and is looking forward to meeting and connecting with families in the community soon! Let's give Mrs. Crabtree as warm MES welcome! #MESProud
Looking forward to seeing MES families at our open house! #MESProud #19EveryStudent
Welcome to the MES family Mrs. Lauren Maxwell! Mrs. Maxwell was born and raised in southern Illinois and is so happy to be back after living in Florida the last few years. Mrs. Maxwell and her husband have three children. Mrs. Maxwell has taught second and third grade for the past 3 years in Panama City, Florida. In her free time she loves to bake, read and spend time with her family. She is so excited to be part of our 3rd grade team at MES. #MESProud
Welcome to the Mascoutah Elementary family Mrs. Missy Houk! Mrs. Houk is starting her 16th year of teaching with 15 years in Special Education. She has taught in 3 states IL, CA and WA. Mrs. Houk grew up in Alton but recently moved to the area from Washington. A few years ago her husband retired from the Air Force, and now they decided it was time to move back home. Mrs. Houk has two daughters Alysse (15) and Rylee (11) both who will be attending Mascoutah Schools. In her free time, Mrs. Houk enjoys crafting and reading. She is looking forward to this new chapter in her life and is excited to be part of the Mascoutah community! #MESProud
Join us in welcoming Beth Anderson to the MES family! Ms. Anderson, has been in education for 28 years. She recently taught junior high special education for 8 years in Madison, IL. Ms. Anderson grew up in Okawville and currently lives there with her two sons, Aaron (20) and Aidan (15). Ms. Anderson's family enjoys watching her son play basketball. As a family they enjoy playing golf and are a big sports family: Illini, Cardinals, and Blues. Beth is so excited to become a part of our incredible Mascoutah Elementary Family. #MESProud
Looking forward to meeting our new students and families next week! #MESProud #19EveryStudent
Welcome to MES Mrs. Catherine Kruse! Mrs. Kruse will be joining our 5th grade team this year! She has 7 years of teaching experience from Governor French Academy. Mrs. Kruse lives in Mascoutah with her husband Ryan and their three boys: Ayden (12), Jackson (7), and Rhett (1). She enjoys iced coffee, reading, drawing, & spending time with friends & family! Welcome to MES Mrs. Kruse! #MESProud
Welcome to MES Mrs. Libby Wetzler! Libby is the Teacher of Deaf & Hard of Hearing for our district. She will also be serving as the K-1 Resource teacher at MES this year. Mrs. Wetzler has been teaching for 23 years and has been in the Mascoutah School District since 2010. When she is not teaching, she enjoys watching her son Jackson play baseball. Her family loves to spend time in the mountains of Colorado. Her newest love is snuggling with sweet twin grandsons. We are so excited to have you at MES Mrs. Wetzler! #MESProud
Welcome back to the MES family Mr. Gary Miller! Gary has 15 years teaching experience and returning to MES after several years at Wingate Elementary. Gary will join the 1st grade team this year at MES. Gary has four children-Kelsie, Connor, Casey, and Kynslie. Mr. Miller's family loves the Blues, Cardinals and Chiefs! Welcome back Mr. Miller! #MESProud
Great turnout and so much fun at the MES Back to School Party for staff and their families! Great to catch up with friends, meet new staff and enjoy each other’s families. #MESProud
Welcome back to the MES family Mrs. Laura Hesker! Laura is ecstatic to be returning to MES this year as a 5th Grade teacher and teaming with her good friend, Mr. Veath! She is entering her 16th year of working in the Mascoutah School District. Mrs. Hesker and her husband, Drew have 3 girls-Elly (12), Cambrie (9), and Vivian (5). They live in Okawville, and their lives revolve around the sport of the season. Mrs. Hesker looks forward to getting reacquainted with the MES community this year!
