
The Sunday Snapshot from Mrs. Love
Dundee Elementary School January 29th- February 2nd, 2024
Week 21 News
Viking Families,
Please remember to send boots with your child for recess every day. With the temperatures fluctuating and all of the precipitation we've had, the playground often has a great deal of slush or even mud at times. Boots allow everyone to play and keep feet warm and dry and it also gives students the opportunity to change into a second pair of shoes for in the classroom. If you are not able to provide boots at this time, please let your child's teacher or our office know and we will do our best to get a pair for you.
Please view the information below for next week's happenings.
This week at a glance:
Monday, January 22nd: 4th Grade tutoring, 4th Grade ROX, Midyear math and reading assessments continue
Wednesday, January 24th: 4th Grade Tutoring, Wear a Winter Hat Day
This week let's ROW Like Vikings: Respect, Ownership & Wise Choices
Have a great week! Go Vikings!
Upcoming Events
- 2/16 Half Day of School 12:05 pm dismissal (Viking Camp Offered)
- 2/19 No School (President's Day)
- 2/23 Head Start Family Friday
- 3/13 Spring Photo Day
- 3/13 3rd Grade Spring Music Concert
- 3/15 Half Day of School 12:05 pm dismissal (Viking Camp Offered)
- 3/18-21st PTO Spring Book Fair
- 3/25-29th No School-Spring Break
- 4/1 No School
- 4/2 School Resumes
- 4/5 Assembly
- 4/10 Y5/Kinder Round Up 4:30-7:30 pm (by appointment)
- 4/12 Y5/Kinder Round Up 9:00-3:00 (by appointment)
- 4/18 4th Grade Spring Music Concert
- 4/19 Y5/Kinder Round Up 9:00-3:00 (by appointment)
- 5/9 1st Grade Music Concert
- 5/10 Half Day of School 12:05 pm Dismissal (Viking Camp Offered)
- 5/23 2nd Grade Spring Music Concert
- 5/27 No School-Memorial Day
- 6/3 Half Day of School 12:05 pm Dismissal (Viking Camp Offered)
- 6/4 Last Day of School Half Day 12:05 pm Dismissal (No Viking Camp)
Viking Camp Registration Form Link
Please use the link below to print and fill out the form or you may fill out the paper form sent home with your student.
DES Staff Member Spotlight of the Week
Mrs. Marion is our DES Staff Spotlight of the Week!
Mrs. Marion is one of our elementary fourth grade teachers and she has worked with students at Dundee Community Schools for 24 years! She earned her Bachelor's degree at Monroe Community College and Eastern Michigan University. She earned her Master's degree at Marygrove College.
Mrs. Marion enjoys scrapbooking, camping and jazzercise in her free time. Her favorite colors are blue and purple. Her favorite snack is popcorn and her favorite drink is lemonade
Thank you, Mrs. Marion, for all you do for our DES Vikings!
Courageous Classroom: Skill of the Week Lessons Begin
Our new behavior expectation lessons will begin this month with our new program called Courageous Classroom: Skill of the Week. An information letter was sent home before break notifying families and included ways for families to incorporate those lessons at home if they wish. There is also an option to opt children out of the lessons at the bottom of the informational letter. If you would like to request another copy or have any questions, feel free to contact Mrs. Love at Shana.love@dundeeschools.org or Mrs. Raymer (school gen ed social worker) at brandy.raymer@dundeeschools.org.
PBIS News
Congratulations to this week's ROW Ticket Classroom Winners!
Our Character Trait of the Month is Self-Control. Help us reinforce this trait at home this month!
January & February Menus
Stay Connected!
If you are on social media, please consider following our Dundee Elementary Facebook Page. Photos, updates and weekly newsletters are posted there.
Lastly, if you haven't already connected with your student's teacher on Bloomz, please consider doing so. Bloomz is the main form of communication that teachers use to interact with families. If you aren't sure how to get connected, please contact your student's teacher or the office and we'd be happy to help!
Handle With Care
OK2SAY
Did you know that Dundee Elementary School is a participant and supporter of the OK2SAY program? See more information below.
Not all heroes wear a cape and tights. A real hero speaks up for what's right. Be a real hero. If you see or hear something that threatens student or school safety, submit a confidential tip to OK2SAY.
Anyone can report tips confidentially on criminal activities or potential harm directed at students, school employees, or schools.
Tips can be submitted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Important Information for DES
DES Full School Day Hours:
- The school day begins at 8:35 am and ends at 3:40 pm
- Our staff begins monitoring students at 8:15 am. Please do not drop off students prior to 8:15 am as there will not be any DES staff available to supervise them. Students dropped off from 8:15-8:25 will go to the playground with our supervisors and will then be dismissed to their classrooms. Students who purchase school breakfast will go to the cafeteria when they arrive unless they are in Y5 or kindergarten (their breakfast is served in the classroom).
Elementary School Handbook:
Dundee Community Schools Calendar:
Click for the 2023-2024 District Calendar
Infinite Campus Parent Portal:
https://dundeemi.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/dundee.jsp
School Meal Payments:
Breakfast and lunch are FREE for ALL students for the 2023/2024 school year! We ask that all families please fill out the free/reduced meal form on our website, even if you don't normally qualify.
Link for Food Service Forms & Payments
School Menus:
https://dundeecommunityschools.nutrislice.com/menu/dundee-elementary-school-k-5/lunch/2022-08-28
DES Facebook Page:
For reporting a student absent:
734-529-7044 Press 1
School Nurse: Rachel Palmer
734-529-2350 ext. 11013
DCS Athletics Information
Use the link below to checkout the Dundee Athletics Facebook Page:
Dundee Community Schools Vision & Mission Statements
Vision Statement
“Students First” – Inspire, Educate, Innovate, Celebrate
Mission Statement
Dundee Community Schools is setting a course for student success. We will challenge and inspire every student, every day, in every class through innovation and dedication ‐ promoting knowledgeable, responsible, and caring citizens.
DES Contact Information
Dundee, MI 48131
School Phone: 734-529-7044
School Fax: 734-529-3741
Principal: Mrs. Love shana.love@dundeeschools.org
Assistant Principal: Mr. Briggs jay.briggs@dundeeschools.org