📢REMINDER! EDUCATION SERIES, STAY 2 PLAY, & YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH 1ST AID - ALL happening this week!
EDUCATION SERIES:
📌“ROOTED & READY: HELPING KIDS THRIVE THROUGH LIFE'S CHALLENGES” taught by Kavi Branham, LCPC.
🕓 Wed. February 4th | 9–11 AM |📍60 W. Main, Rexburg | Room 204
🧸 CHILD CARE DROP-OFF 8:45-8:55am
📝 Register here: https://forms.gle/TRjaHHCq1hLheg9A7
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🎈STAY 2 PLAY: FREE playgroup for families with children ages 6 months–6 years
📅 THURSDAY, February 5 | 🕓 10–11 AM 📅 MONDAY, February 9 | 🕓 12–1 PM
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YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH 1ST AID:
A training on how to support & help teens (12–18) who may be struggling with mental health, suicide, or substance use challenges. Together, we can make a difference! 🙌
📅 Feb 7 | 🕓 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM | FREE training | 📍 60 W. Main, Rexburg
👉 Register here: https://www.msd321.com/o/msd321/page/mental-health-first-aid [More dates/times available]
ℹ️ Learn more: https://www.msd321.com/page/madison-cares-department-page
👍 Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559623976091


MHS HIGHER-ED DAY is happening this Tuesday, February 3rd! Check out the schedule and scan the QR code for more information!

🎈So much fun happening at STAY 2 PLAY - CHECK IT OUT!
[Free playgroup for families with children ages 6 months–6 years]
ARCADE & GLOW THEME — have kids wear WHITE or NEON
📅 MONDAY, February 2 | 🕓 12–1 PM
MORE ADVENTURES & ACTIVITIES
📅 THURSDAY, February 5 | 🕓 10–11 AM
📍 60 W. Main, Rexburg | Gym
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EDUCATION SERIES - Free community classes focusing on individual, family, & community well-being.
📌“ROOTED & READY: HELPING KIDS THRIVE THROUGH LIFE'S CHALLENGES” taught by Kavi Branham, LCPC.
🕓 Wed. February 4th | 9–11 AM |📍60 W. Main, Rexburg | Room 204
🧸 CHILD CARE DROP-OFF 8:45-8:55am
⚠️ NOTE: Child Care Policy has been updated — review requirements on the registration form.
👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/TRjaHHCq1hLheg9A7
ℹ️ Learn more: https://www.msd321.com/page/madison-cares-department-page
👍 Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559623976091

New "READY! for Kindergarten" classes beginning NEXT WEEK!
View document for more details & registration.

We’re excited to share the Madison School District 2026–2027 calendar for your planning purposes.
If you have questions, please contact the district directly by email for the best answers and direct feedback: wearemadison@msd321.com


Thanks so much for helping Madison Cares clean out our store & tables!
We DO HAVE heavy-duty 8-ft tables available for JUST $10 EACH!
👉 First come, first served.
👉 You haul away. No holds.
⏰ Available until 3pm today [or until all are gone]

📢 Due to the sale of the School District building, Madison Cares is downsizing—and we’re opening our “store” to the community!
📅 Tomorrow, January 22, 2026
⏰ 8:30am–3:00pm (or until all items are gone)
📍 60 W. Main, Rexburg | West doors across from Broulim’s
Stop by to pick up FREE items you may need, including clothes, jackets, toys, blankets, and more (see photos). FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED!
[This message is for informational purposes only; responses will not be monitored.]





Education Series TOMORROW 1.21.26 with Daniel McIsaac, LCPC. “Press Pause, Change Everything: Dialectical Behavior Therapy For A More Intentional Life”.
🕓 Wednesdays | 8:45–11:00 AM
📍 60 W. Main, Rexburg | Room 204
🔔 Registration link fixed & now opens correctly on mobile devices
📝 Register here: https://forms.gle/TRjaHHCq1hLheg9A7 (or scan QR code)
ℹ️ Learn more: https://www.msd321.com/page/madison-cares-department-page
👍 Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559623976091
🎈STAY 2 PLAY 📅 MONDAYS 12-1 PM | THURSDAYS 10-11am


Nominate in THREE Categories:
Elementary Educator
Secondary Educator
Support Staff Member
Why Nominate?
We need your help looking for educators who go above and beyond to inspire, innovate, and make a lasting impact in the lives of our students. Winners will each receive: A $500 honorarium gift, plus a $500 contribution for their classroom
Who Can Nominate?
Parents, students, peers, and administrators are invited to nominate outstanding candidates in 3 categories.
Nomination Deadline: January 31, 2026.
Winners Announced: February District In-service meeting and online.
Nominate Today!
madisoneducationfoundation321.org
The Madison Education Foundation is thrilled to celebrate our educators who inspire, innovate, and make a lasting difference in the lives of students. It’s time to nominate outstanding individuals
for the annual Excellence in Education Award for 2026!

Madison Cares’ first Education Series class of the year is TOMORROW, January 14!
Join Brittany King, LPC, for ANGER TRANSFORMATON—learning how to turn reactive anger into positive energy for problem-solving & personal growth.
All Education Series classes are FREE & open to the community, focusing on individual, family, & community well-being.
🕓 Wednesdays | 8:45–11:00 AM
📍 60 W. Main, Rexburg | Room 204
👉 View the full 2026 Winter/Spring schedule below.
📝 Register for classes here: https://forms.gle/eW2Gc7p8yJdL13Xb9 (or scan the QR code)
ℹ️ Learn more: https://www.msd321.com/page/madison-cares-department-page
👍 Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559623976091

New year? Better you! Madison Cares’ Education Series is back. Start the year strong with our first class, Anger Transformation, led by Brittany King, LPC.
Jan. 14th 🕓 8:45–11 AM | 👉 Register here: Ed. Series Registration
2026 Winter/Spring Education Series schedule coming soon!
Our STAY 2 PLAY playgroup is ready to pick up right where we left off. Our new BYU -I interns are fantastic! Come meet them next week & see what exciting activities they have planned!
📅 JANUARY 6th - APRIL 2nd | MONDAYS 12-1pm | THURSDAYS 10-11am
Find out more info at:https://www.msd321.com/page/madison-cares-department-page
Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559623976091


📅 Dec. 22 – Jan. 2
Wishing our students, staff, and families a safe, joyful, and wonderful Christmas break! ❄️✨

Madison Cares extends a HEARTFELT THANK YOU ❤️ to our incredible community for supporting our Secret Santa program & spreading Christmas joy to local families. Your generosity made a difference, & we look forward to carrying on this tradition next year. Wishing you all the very best & a Merry Christmas! 🎄

The Bobcat Fieldhouse will be closed to the public December 20th through January 4th for Christmas Break.
Thanks!
🎅**ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT TO DONATE TO MADISON CARES’ SECRET SANTA!**🎅
We’re so close, but we haven’t reached our goal yet. Thanks to the generosity of those who’ve already given, we’re able to offer a little holiday cheer to our families — but we still need your help!
If you’re planning to give this season, please consider supporting Madison Cares’ Secret Santa. Any cash or gift card donation, big or small, will help local families celebrate Christmas this year.
DONATE ONLINE OR DROP OFF DONATIONS BY THIS WEDNESDAY, DEC. 10th 8 AM–4 PM at 60 W. Main St., Rexburg 📍 (across from Broulim’s)
Thank you for spreading kindness!

UPDATE: MADISON PRESENTS IS A FREE EVENT
❄️✨ The holidays have officially arrived in our district! ✨❄️
Snow is starting to stick, Christmas music is playing, and the holiday spirit is officially here!
🎶 Our Fine Arts Departments have an amazing lineup of concerts this month — and you won’t want to miss a single one. From festive classics to stunning student performances, it’s the perfect way to celebrate the season.
📅 Check out the December concert schedule and make plans to attend!
Come support our talented students, fill those seats, and soak in the beautiful music they’ve worked so hard to prepare. ❤️🎵 #wearemadison
📢 GOOD NEWS!
ONLINE DONATIONS are now open! Thank you for helping bring hope to families in our community during this final week to give. ❤️
Simply click the QR code to donate today!

You’re invited to the Adult-Only Winter Ball — an elegant night out benefiting the Madison High School Student Council + Speech & Debate Team!
📅 December 12, 2025
⏰ 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
📍 Madison High School
Get dressed up, enjoy a magical winter atmosphere, and support our amazing students! 💙❄️
🎟️ Tickets:
• Single: $20
• Couple: $35
• Group of 3: $55
✨ 18+ ONLY ✨
Don’t miss this festive night of music, community, and winter elegance. Grab your tickets and join us for an unforgettable evening! ❄️💃🕺

