Cultivating both intellectual and environmental growth! At Mundo Verde, we take immense pride in crafting meals rich in nutrients that energize the minds of our students and also uphold our commitment to sustainability. Hear from parent Alexis as she passionately shares how our carefully curated school meals not only nourish young bodies but also instill lifelong habits of healthy eating and environmental stewardship.
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A Transformative Journey at Mundo Verde - Re-enroll NOW! Deadline for Returning Students: May 10
NEW! RTI Literacy Intervention - Time Redistribution Due to CAPE Testing
Join us for the Celebrations of Learning (Expos) in May and June!
Events & ActivitiesNEW! Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day - May 8
This Week: Board Meeting - Agenda and RSVP Form - May 2
Talent Show at J.F. Cook Campus - May 17 and 24
Health & SafetyNEW! P Street Closed - J.F. Cook Campus: Apr 26 - May 10
Community AnnouncementsCalle Ocho Campus Families: News From Comunidad
J.F. Cook Campus Families: News From Padres
NEW! FREE Immigration Advice and Referrals by Ayuda
School Calendar and Upcoming EventsSY23-24 School Calendar
ACADEMICS
Deadline for Returning Students: May 10
Deadline for New Students: May 1
Embark on a transformative journey at Mundo Verde, where sustainability isn't just a concept, but a way of life. Hear more from Mundo Verde parent Anna Steers-Smith here, from sourcing locally grown foods to hands-on cooking experiences, our students take an active role in shaping a more sustainable future, nurturing young minds to become global stewards, ready to make a meaningful impact on our planet.
Take the next step for a brighter future by re-enrolling your child today! Please complete parts 1 and 2 of the re-enrollment process. For more details, visit the Admissions webpage. The deadline for returning students is May 10, and for new students (siblings of current students) is May 1.
Questions? Please contact our Admissions Manager, Miriam Bonilla, at admissions@mundoverdepcs.org, or call the front desk of either campus to schedule an appointment - J.F. Cook Campus (202) 750-7060 and Calle Ocho Campus (202) 803-8967.
Time Redistribution Due to CAPE Testing
To best accommodate CAPE testing schedules, RTI Literacy Intervention hours are being redistributed across both campuses from April 25 through May 14. While there will be no change in total hours for students during this time period, the daily schedule will have some adjustments due to testing and proctoring needs at each campus. For any questions about RTI redistribution during state-mandated CAPE testing, please contact Senior Inclusion Managers. Karen Rivera Geating (krivera@mundoverdepcs.org) at J.F. Cook campus, and Shala Kitongo (ckatongo@mundoverdepcs.org) at Calle Ocho campus.
Students will share with families and the school community what they are learning in their expeditions. The Expo may include artwork, research results from experiments, written work, tests, and other projects. We look forward to see you there!
PreK: May 17
Kinder: June 5
1st Grade: June 7
2nd Grade: June 10
3rd Grade: June 11
4th Grade: JF Cook June 11 & Calle Ocho June 14
5th Grade: June 12
Caterpillars: June 11
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Wednesday, May 8
Nurturing young advocates for a greener world! Join us on May 8 for Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day! This is an annual event that involves communities from across the country (and the globe!) walking and rolling to school on the same day.
Calle Ocho families traveling by bike, meet at Turkey Thicket by 7:50am.
J.F. Cook families traveling by bike, meet at Alethia Tanner Park by 7:50am. Walkers meet at Florida Ave Park by 7:50am. Bikes will travel together from Alethia Tanner Park to Florida Ave Park and everyone will head to J.F. Cook as a group.
May 2, 6:30-8:30pm
The Mundo Verde Board of Directors will be holding a regular Board meeting on Thursday, May 2. All regular and special board meetings are open to the public, providing the opportunity for stakeholders to observe board operations. The meeting will take place virtually from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
To read the full board meeting agenda, click here.
To observe the board in action at this meeting, please complete this registration form. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
For questions related to the meeting, email board@mundoverdepcs.org.
May 17 and 24
This year, we had dozens of acts auditioning, and decisions were incredibly difficult to make. Parents and caregivers of students who have been selected for the Talent Show have been contacted via email.
Talent Show Dates:
May 17, 6:00-8:00pm: Kinder, 1st & 3rd grades
May 24, 6:00-8:00pm: 2nd, 4th & 5th grades
Stay tuned for more details!
HEALTH & SAFETY
Apr 26 - May 10
P Street will be closed until May 10 due to paving work scheduled by the city from 7:00am to 5:00pm every day.
Please plan accordingly for arrival and dismissal. Carline is not available during arrival time, and there are not parking spaces available. If you are driving, we encourage you to park away from P Street and walk to school. If possible, use public transportation.
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
NEW! Teacher Appreciation Week: Potluck Lunch
Wednesday, May 8
As part of Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6-10), Calle Ocho parents and caregivers will offer a Potluck Lunch to Mundo Verde teachers and staff on Wednesday, May 8, beginning at 12:00pm. Please consider contributing a dish (main, side, veggie/vegan or dessert) drinks, or plates/utensils. Please Sing Up Here.
NEW! Calle Ocho Caregivers Would Like Your Thoughts on the Future of Comunidad!
Wednesday, May 8
Please let us know how you think our parent-teacher organization should function in the coming years. Please use this link to share your opinion.
NEW! Neighborhood Safety Committee Meeting
Wednesday, May 1, 8:00pm
Join the monthly Neighborhood Safety Committee Meeting on Wednesday, May 1 at 8:00pm using this link.
NEW! Fiesta!
Saturday, May 4, 7:00pm
Fiesta is Saturday, May 4 at 7:00pm. It is the Padres biggest adults-only party of the year, complete with food, drinks, and music. Last chance to claim tickets! Come together to celebrate all accomplished this year and to hold a final fundraiser in the form of a silent auction to get the 5th Grade Class over the finish line. All are welcome and encouraged to come. Claim your tickets here.
Ayuda will offer free immigration advice and referrals over the phone on Friday, May 10. Clients interested should call 202-787-5311 on Friday, May 3, between 10:00am and 2:00pm to schedule a phone appointment. Flyers with more information can be found here in English and Spanish. This virtual clinic is part of an ongoing effort to provide free, low-barrier consultations for clients who need legal immigration screening, brief advice, and referrals.
Questions about the clinic should be directed to Bri Callahan at brianna.callahan@ayuda.com or Larisa Traub at larisa.traub@ayuda.com.
Upcoming Events:
Apr 28: Mundo Verde Trash Cleanup
Apr 30: Garden Market - JF Cook
May 2: Board Meeting
May 6-10: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
May 17: PreK Expos
May 17: J.F. Cook Talent Show - Kinder, 1st & 3rd grades
May 22: Coffee with Principals - JF Cook
May 23: Coffee with Principals - Calle Ocho
May 24: J.F. Cook Talent Show - 2nd, 4th & 5th grades
May 27: Holiday/School Closed