Henderson Elementary School

08/13/2026

Henderson School loves being a partner in the Root 2 Rise program!

08/12/2026

Thank you to Olbrich Botanical Gardens for donating a book about bugs for our Henderson Little Free Library, along with 3 coreopsis plants for the pollinator garden that surrounds the school garden.

08/05/2026

🎉 Enrollment is NOW OPEN for the 2026–27 school year!
From strong academics to opportunities unique to Madison, MMSD students are learning, growing and preparing to lead in an interconnected world.
✨ Discover what’s possible at MMSD — a Destination District for ALL.
📚 Enroll today: mmsd.org/enroll

07/29/2026

🚨 Enrollment Opens August 5!

The countdown to the 2026–2027 school year is on! Starting August 5, MMSD families can complete online enrollment for students in all grades.

Returning to MMSD or joining us for the first time? The enrollment process is simple and fully online.

Don’t forget—every student must be enrolled every year. Complete enrollment for each child and get ready for another great year with MMSD!

Visit mmsd.org to learn more.

07/22/2026

📅 Mark Your Calendar—Online Enrollment Opens August 5!

It’s almost time to enroll for the 2026–2027 school year! Online enrollment opens August 5 for all MMSD students in every grade.

Whether you’re a returning family or new to MMSD, you can complete the entire enrollment process online from wherever you are.

✨ Incoming 4K families: You can enroll now! 4K enrollment is already open, so there’s no need to wait until August 5.

Remember: Every student must complete enrollment each school year. Be sure to enroll each child for the upcoming school year.

Learn more and get ready for 2026–2027 at mmsd.org.

07/19/2026

On Friday, our very own FAB Lab (REACH) teacher, Mrs. Milewski, was honored by the Milwaukee Brewers as their Grand Slam Teacher of the Month. She threw out a ceremonial first pitch and got to see her Brewers win in a walk-off!
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El viernes, la maestra de nuestro FAB Lab (REACH), la Sra. Milewski, fue reconicida por los Milwaukee Brewers como su Grand Slam Teacher of the Month (Maestra del Mes). ¡Realizó el lanzamiento ceremonial de honor y pudo ver a sus Brewers ganar el partido con una victoria decisiva en la última entrada!

Photo credit: Larry Radloff

07/16/2026

🚨All MMSD & MSCR summer programming for students will be canceled on Friday, July 17🚨

Smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota is expected to continue to reach Unhealthy (Red) to Hazardous (Maroon) air quality levels through noon on Friday, July 17. Because of this, and due to rising temperatures, all MMSD and MSCR summer programming for students will be canceled on Friday, July 17.

🎒MMSD summer programming courses for elementary, middle and high school students, including virtual courses
🎒MMSD/MSCR Summer Recreation & Enrichment Center and Youth Resource Center programs
🎒MSCR summer camps & community programs
🎒MMSD athletic practices and programming
🎒Access to all MMSD buildings and grounds, including for staff

Summer meals will continue to be offered at MMSD’s comprehensive high schools. Please locate the high school nearest your usual meal service site for continued summer meal service.

For more details on how weather-related closures are decided, visit: mmsd.org/weather

Stay safe!☀️

07/06/2026

Radishes are ready! They are on the table by the garden. Come and take what you can use, but please leave the bowl behind.

Can you help with weeding in the garden? We could use a few more volunteers. Please let Mrs. Milewski know if you are interested in helping out.

06/29/2026

🚨 Weather Update for Tuesday, June 30
Due to forecasted extreme heat (heat index of 95–108°F), all MMSD elementary summer school classes are canceled on Tuesday, June 30.

✅ Middle and high school summer semester programming will continue as scheduled.
🍎 Summer meals will still be available at MMSD comprehensive high schools. Please visit the high school nearest your usual meal service site for meal service.
☀️ MSCR Summer Camps are canceled. Other outdoor MSCR programs may also be canceled in accordance with weather guidance. Participants will be notified directly of any program changes.

The safety of our students, staff and community remains our top priority. We will continue monitoring conditions and share updates as needed.

Please follow National Weather Service heat safety guidance: limit time outdoors, avoid strenuous activity, stay hydrated and keep cool.

06/24/2026