Brewster Weekly

We are here to do good things for our students, our coworkers, and our community.

We represent qualities such as love, hope, kindness, respect, and responsibility.

Our culture mirrors those attributes. Let’s continue to make our school the best place to work and learn where everyone is inspired to be the best they can be. What we do, we do well.

Let’s keep the courage to shape a bright future for our students.

Dear Families,

On this 21st anniversary of September 11, 2001, we carry in our hearts those that were lost and those that served on this tragic day in our history. For those of us that remember that day, our hearts are heavy with memories. For our children, we share the importance of not forgetting and the pride of our country coming together to serve and to help others. We encourage families to reflect and engage their children to honor the National Day of Remembrance and Service by supporting their community through acts of service, love, and kindness. Our connections and support will continue to make our world a better place.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Kelly Dessy

Principal

Sept. 13 PTA Mtg. 7pm, Media Center

Sept. 15 Curriculum Night (Gentle Reminder: PM Event for Parents only)

5:30- 6:15 TK, K, 1st Grade- Mrs. Balent and Mrs. Owen and Specials TEAM (Mrs. Priest, Mrs. O'Rourke, Mrs. McCue, and Ms.Zarzycki) and Special Education Staff available in Resource Rm.

6:30-7:15 Miss Sollmer (1/2), 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade

7:30-8:15 4th Grade, 5th Grade

OUR PARKING LOT IS ONE WAY TRAFFIC- COUNTER CLOCKWISE ONLY

We have seen cars exiting at our Brewster entrance, please make sure you are exiting using the driveway to the RIGHT of our school sign as your car moves toward Brewster Road!!

The kids are doing so well and acclimating to our school routines! We are now encouraging all families to use our car loop to drop off and pick up students safely. Staff will continue to support. All sidewalks lead safely to and from each entry and exit door.

Let's encourage independence and build confidence!

For arrival: THANK YOU for using our crosswalks and not crossing unattended. We are using one pedestrian crosswalk to avoid stopping cars that are coming around a curve and often can not see with our bright sun in the morning. Thanks for getting your steps in and saying hello to Mrs. Dessy in the morning as you cross! We have marked the other crosswalk with a sign that says bus only to remind adults not to use. Our bus driver really appreciates not having families in this area as they load and unload our students.

For dismissal: We encourage the safe use of our car loop. We are noticing caregivers are parking and then crossing into traffic asking for their children, if you drove a car to Brewster, please use the car loop. We dismiss officially at 3:13pm and have been completed with dismissal daily by 3:25pm. We highly encourage families to use the loop, display your sign, and allow your child to walk to the car safely. When our weather turns damp or brisk, the car loop will have all of our students using this routine, let's start now.

Thank you for keeping our kids safe!

WE have two 2 hour recess para educator positions open!

Apply today! Job posting 1256

We are looking for a Resource/NRB Para Educator to join our team. (5.5 hours)

Apply today! Job Posting 1381

Early Childhood Special Education Para Educator (7.0 hours)

Apply Today! Job Posting 1327

Brewster PTA

First PTA Meeting of the year!

Please join us Tuesday, September 15 at 7p in the Media Center for our first PTA meeting of the year. We will discuss the upcoming events, Committee Chair positions that are available or need some assistance, and have a chance to talk and meet other Brewster Parents.

Girls on the Run

Attention families with 3rd-5th grade girls! Girls on the run will be meeting at Brewster this year. Please see the attached Flyer and the Facebook page for more information.

Fun Run

Brewster Fun Run returns this year on Friday, October 14. Watch the Brewster Weekly and Facebook page for more information in the coming weeks.

Blake’s Fall Family Night

We will continue our tradition of family night at Blake’s with campfires, donuts, and cider. Our event will be Friday, October 14 6p-9:30p. Watch the Brewster Weekly and Facebook page for more information in the coming weeks.

Membership Toolkit

Membership Toolkit is a website and app used by the Brewster PTA. On Membership Toolkit you can find a Brewster directory, calendar of events, and make secure purchases. You do not need to be a PTA member to use most of the features on Membership Toolkit. To create an account, you need to go the website first. Once you create your account on the website, you can download the app on your mobile device. If you already use Membership Toolkit, please log in to update your student’s information for the new school year. Use this link to create or update your account https://rhillsbrewsterpta.membershiptoolkit.com/

Brewster Facebook Group

The Brewster Facebook group is a great way to connect with Brewster families and learn about upcoming events. If you are a member of the Brewster Facebook group, please send an invite to Brewster families that are not yet members. For the safety of our students, the Brewster Facebook group is private. To join, you need to be a current Brewster family and answer the questions to join the group.

Join the PTA

You can join the PTA by going to the store on the Membership Toolkit app or clicking this link Join the Brewster PTA. By joining the PTA you will have access to the Brewster directory on the Membership Toolkit website and app.

Annual Fundraiser

The Brewster PTA will be launching its Annual Fundraiser. Our hope is to pivot from ongoing fundraising activities throughout the year that support Brewster students, teachers and staff, to a one-time donation made by each family at the beginning of the year. To make a donation use this link Annual Fundraiser or go to the store on Membership Toolkit. While there is no set amount that we are requesting, as we are sensitive to every family’s financial capacity, we hope and suggest the following amounts: $50 per family with one Brewster student or $75 per family with two or more Brewster students.

PTA Board Names and Contact Information

President – Jackie Bieber BrewsterPTAPresident@gmail.com

VP of Fundraising – Rachael Welch

VP of Membership – Michelle Endres

Treasurer – Susanna Brennan

Secretary – Grant Kosch

Dear RCS Families, Staff, and Community Members,

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Our community's treasured tradition, the Hometown Hustle 5K, returns on Saturday, September 17, 2022!

Join us in-person or virtually and help support the district's social-emotional wellness initiatives. Together, we have and can help expand resources to care for all RCS students academically, socially, and emotionally!

Three simple ways to support and make a difference!

1. Sponsor! Click here to review the sponsorship form and sponsor a level or a student TODAY.

Join the growing list of esteemed sponsors who have committed and are making a difference in the lives of the students at Rochester Community Schools... Click on their names below to learn more about their services and send thanks!

Presented by Chief Financial Credit Union

Winning School Banner Sponsors: Elm Analytics ♦ Kaiser Studio

City Display Sign Sponsors: EZClaim Software, LLC ♦ Oakland Animal Hospital

Water/Table Set Up Station Sponsors: The Bassett Business Group

Directional Trail Sign Sponsors: Bartlett Wealth Management ♦ Christina Hogan, CNE Real Estate One Rochester ♦ Brian Rill, M.D. Henry Ford Health ♦ Gouldey Family ♦ Hartman Family ♦ Serra Ford of RH ♦ Tim Holden, Realtor

T-Shirt Sponsors: Prime Packaging Solutions ♦ Rochester Community PTA Council

2. Run or walk the course! ​​​​​Click here to REGISTER to run or walk in-person or virtually! NEW: REGISTER 4 or more and get $5 off each registrant!! ALSO don't miss the new 1-mile color fun run!

3. Volunteer! Click here if you can lend a hand and VOLUNTEER!

We look forward to seeing you September 17 for upbeat music, a feel-great run, beautiful city trail views, meeting with sponsors, and most importantly opportunities to support our students!

All sponsors, registrants and volunteers will receive a race package that includes a t-shirt and great sponsor goodies!

Thank you for your support!!

Click here to view the amazing list of sponsors that made the 2021 Hometown Hustle 5k a success!

If you have additional questions or want to learn more about opportunities to help, please feel free visit our website at rcs-foundation.org or email Joann Beydoun at jbeydoun@rochester.k12.mi.us.

Please make sure to follow us on Twitter and check our school website for important school celebrations and updates!

Email: kdessy@rochester.k12.mi.us
Website: https://brewster.rochester.k12.mi.us/
Location: 1535 Brewster Road, Rochester Hills, MI, USA
Phone: 248-726-3300
Twitter: @BrewsterRCS