Dear Maplewood Families,

Welcome back to an exciting 2026-2027 school year!

My name is Mrs. Kristi Schroeder, and I am delighted to return as the Principal of Maplewood School. I am looking forward to another wonderful year filled with learning, growth, and success for our students.

This year, our schoolwide focus is "Our Class Is a Family." We believe that every child deserves to feel safe, valued, respected, and loved each day they come to school. At Maplewood, we are committed to creating classrooms where students know they belong, build meaningful relationships, and are encouraged to do their very best. Together, we will foster a school community built on kindness, respect, teamwork, and a shared commitment to helping every child succeed.

At Maplewood, we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We value our partnership with families and encourage you to volunteer, share ideas, and stay actively involved in your child's education. Working together, we can make this an incredible year for every student.

Our dedicated staff is excited to welcome our Pre-K through 2nd grade students and looks forward to helping each child reach their fullest potential.

Thank you for trusting us with your child. I look forward to seeing everyone soon and wish you a safe and successful school year!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Kristi Schroeder
Principal, Maplewood School

Important Information

August  Dates

  • Thursday, August 13th-OPEN HOUSE  5:30-7:00

  • Monday, August 17th (First Full Day-Students) 7:45 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

School Day

  • School starts at 7:45 a.m. and dismisses at 2:15 p.m. 

  • Breakfast and lunch will be served daily

School Hours: 7:30 a.m. -3:00 p.m.

Student Hours: 7:45 – 2:15 PM   

  • Pre-K through 2nd 7:45-2:15

  • AM Pre-K 7:45-10:20

  • PM Pre-K 11:40-2:15

Early Dismissal Hours:  Please see attached calendar for all important dates:

Friday Release Times

  • SIP Days- 7:45-11:15 

  • PLC Friday-7:45-1:15

School Supplies:

  • All Students will be provided a clear backpack that needs to be carried from home to school daily. Non Clear-Personal Backpacks will not be allowed for safety concerns.

  • Students will be provided the necessary materials to  be successful in school.  

  • Students are encouraged to bring in tissue or kleenex, paper towels, and clorox wipes.

ATTENDANCE: Maplewood Secretary Ms. Lauren 618-332-5800

Absences:  According to the new policy from the Regional Office of Education, if your child is going to be absent from school, you must call the school no later than 8:30 a.m.  If you do not call and inform the school of an absence, the State Law requires us to contact you.  If no one is reached, the absence is considered unexcused.  After an accumulation of three unexcused absences, our school truancy officer will contact you to set up an appointment.  It is vital that you respond to the Truancy letter.  If absences continue, we will refer your child to the Regional Office of Truancy Board.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Communication:  Please update the office (332-5800) with any new contact information.  Important contact information includes information such as, email, phone number, or address information.

  • Parents/ Guardians will receive a Maplewood Message every week via email with valuable information and dates.

  • At the beginning of every month, parents will receive a newsletter and calendar for upcoming events.  The newsletter includes important information to remind family members to support the activities.

  • Please “like” our District Facebook Page for school-wide information.

  • Please join our School on Class Dojo

Calling the School:  If you would like to talk with a teacher, please understand that classes will not be interrupted.  All teachers have a plan time, and this is the time that teachers are busy preparing assignments for your student.  To ensure that education is not interrupted, teachers and staff can only be seen by scheduling appointments.  The secretary will be more than happy to take a message for you and the teacher will return the call, when he/she is available.  If there is an emergency, you are more than welcome to ask to speak with the principal and they will help you in any way possible.

Breakfast/Lunch Program: There will be no cost for lunch this year.  All students eat FREE.  Please visit our district webpage for more information on the breakfast/lunch program in your area. 

REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS: Maplewood School Nurse: 618-332-5808

School physicals are required for Pre-School, Kindergarten, 6th, and 9th grades.  Dental exams are required for Kindergarten, 2nd, and 6th grades.  Eye exams (completed by an Eye doctor) are required for Kindergarten.