BULLDOG BARK

Pictured left to right: Jackson Moreno, Noah Holland, Collin Rentenback, Riley Smith, Jackson Nawrocki, Enzo Rastelli, Carter Rentenback, Kenny Peck, Carter Hawkins, Santino Cottone, Evan Noll, Jaydin Pierce

Dear Fraser Families,

All Fraser classroom teachers provide instruction, resources, activities, and assessments to students utilizing the Canvas LMS. As a result, students have continuous access to the course materials and information regarding their achievement.

Parents/Guardians can also have continuous access to their student’s course materials and grades in Canvas by creating a parent/observer account. In addition, parents of multiple students can easily switch between their students to view grades and assignments within the same parent account.

All sign up information and resources are provided on the Fraser website.

Important reminders when using Canvas:

• Canvas works best in Chrome
• Please do not install the Canvas app (for parents or students). We are not supporting it as our staff and students are utilizing the web-based version of Canvas and it looks and works differently.
• If you signed up and paired with your students last year, you still have access to those students and their new courses this year.
• If you need to add more students to your account this year, please follow the directions provided below.
• If you have forgotten your password, you can use the Forgot Password? link on the parent sign in page. Then, enter the email address you used to set up the account to receive a password reset email.
• If you have forgotten the email you used, please reach out to Kim Keith, Kimberly.keith@fraserk12.org, for additional assistance.

Creating your parent/observer account now will help as we approach conferences.

• Richards Middle School conferences are this Thursday, October 12
• Fraser High School conferences are next Thursday, October 19
• Elementary conferences are October 25 and 26.
• More information about signing up will come from your student's teacher(s) or principal.

Thank you,

Kristin Sommer
Director of Community Relations

Opt-In to Receive a Virtual Library Card

Fraser Public Schools has teamed up with the Fraser, Clinton-Macomb, and Roseville public libraries to offer all our students a virtual library card.

Virtual library cards provide students to access a variety of free resources, including:

• Tutor.com: Free individualized tutoring
• OverDrive: Free eBooks and eAudiobooks
• Ancestry: Free genealogy research

Families must opt-in to participate in this free program. Please complete this form by October 20.

Families will receive an email with login information in November.

Virtual cards can also be upgraded to a full library card at your home library for more borrowing privileges.

Showing Up Matters

Absenteeism during the first month of school can predict poor attendance for the remainder of the school year. Half the students who miss just 2-4 days in September go on to miss nearly a month of school by June.

We will soon begin contacting families of students who are showing signs of becoming chronically absent and working with them to improve attendance moving forward.

What is Chronic Absence?

Chronic absence is defined as missing 10 percent or more of the school year, or about 18 days of school. It includes all absences, both excused and unexcused.

How will Fraser Address Absenteeism?

We will soon begin reviewing attendance data every two weeks. Students who are absent 20 percent or more of the school year will receive a phone call home. They may also have to complete an attendance success plan.

We are looking forward to having our teachers meet with you and your child during Emerson's Student - Led Conferences. During this time, students will showcase their goals and academic progress. It is important to include your child in these conferences so that they can take ownership of their academic plan for the year.

Conference dates and times are as follows:

Wednesday, October 25th from 4:30 to 7:30 PM

Thursday, October 26th from 1:00-3:30 PM & 4:30-7:30 PM

TEACHER SIGN UP GENIUS LINKS

Ms. Stenger

Mrs. Betts

Ms. Gordon

Mrs. Hass

Mrs. Jenkins

Ms.Carlin

Mrs. Thompson

Ms. Strahan

Mr. DiCerbo

Ms. Feldman

Mrs. Pashby

Ms. DuFresne

Mrs. Beavnier

Mr. McCoy

Mrs. Barr

Mrs. Krantz

We look forward to seeing everyone at conferences. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,

Mr. Argiri

The Spirit Wear store is live.

Ordering closes October 12th.

Orders will arrive the week of October 23rd.

https://stores.rhinoprint.com/emerson_elementary_school/shop/home

October 2023

Dear Emerson Parents,

Halloween is quickly approaching! Children are shopping for costumes, planning their candy routes, and anticipating exciting activities. At Emerson we recognize this excitement in our students and we want to ensure Halloween is a fun-filled, positive experience for all of our students.

On Tuesday, October 31st students will be celebrating Halloween. This is an EARLY RELEASE DAY and students are dismissed at 1:30 P.M. Our school-wide parade will begin at 10:45 A.M.and we will parade through the neighborhood. Parents are welcome to stand around the parade route. We will be walking down Admiral (west) and making the loop around to come back to the school. Unfortunately, in the event of inclement weather, the parade will be indoors for students and staff ONLY.

All students must come to school in regular school clothes on October 31st. Students can wear light/mild Halloween makeup to school that day (eyeshadow, painted freckles, rosy cheeks, etc.). All makeup and hair products must stay home from school that day. Students will be able to change into their costumes prior to the parade.

Make sure to adhere to the following rules:

1. Masks are not to be worn in school or during the parade.

2. HEAVY makeup is not to be worn (light makeup only-eyeshadow, painted freckles, rosy cheeks, etc.)

3. Glitter and fake blood are not to be worn or brought to school.

4. Fake or real weapons are not to be brought to school, i.e., swords, guns, knives, daggers, and the like.

5. Inappropriate costumes are not to be worn to school. Please choose costumes that are positive and/or represent a good role model for our students.

6. No roller blades, roller blade shoes, skateboards or scooters.

7. No bare midriffs.

8. Please use common sense and good judgement when sending your child to school on October 31st.

Classroom teachers will be organizing their classroom or grade level activities. Please make sure to follow all guidelines and parameters as set by the classroom teacher. Some of our classrooms are NUT-FREE and the teachers will inform you of all pertinent information. If a classroom party has not begun when you arrive, please wait patiently. This is needed to allow for a smooth class transition with minimal disruptions.

Remember: a couple of pieces of candy in your child’s lunch are plenty during the week.Thank you for your support.

Sincerely,

Mr. Argiri

School-wide parade @ 10:45 A.M.

Important Contact Information:

Main Office Phone: 586-439-6700

Absentee Phone Line: 586-439-6790

24 hour recorded line, please leave your child's reason for absence and length of time out. Absences reported to this line, ensure most timely and accurate record.

Fax: 586-439-6701

Emerson Principal: Mr. Sam Argiri

Email: Samuel.Argiri@fraserk12.org

School Administrative Assistant: Ms. Christina Salisbury

Email: christina.salisbury@fraserk12.org

Building Hours - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

School Hours: 8:35 am – 3:30 pm
First Bell: 8:30 am
Instructional Bell: 8:35 am

10/16 - Great Skate Skating Party 5:30-7:30

10/17 - 1st Grade Field Trip - Macomb Performing Arts

10/17 - 2nd Grade Troy Historic Center

10/18 - 5th-Grade Recorder Concert at FHS 6:00 PM

10/25 - Student-Led Conferences from 4:30 - 7:30 PM

10/26 - Half Day (12:00 Dismissal)

10/26 - Student-Led Conferences from 1:00 - 3:30 & 4:30 - 7:30

10/31 - Early Release - 1:30 Dismissal

11/7 - No School

11/16 - Ram's Horn Fundraiser Dinner 5:00PM - 8:00PM

11/17 – Picture Retakes

11/22-11/26 - Thanksgiving Break

11/29 – Dentists R Us

11/29 -- 4th-6th Holiday Concert 7PM FHS Auditorium

Access the full 2023-2024 District Calendar HERE at any time!

Elementary students will have the option to purchase snack/a la carte items in addition to their free reimbursable lunch. After lunch service, students will have a selection of items to choose from and pay using cash ONLY. Prices range from .75 for a water to $1.75 for baked chips. Milk is also available for purchase using cash. Students are encouraged to bring small bills or exact change.

The Fraser Goodfellows are once again providing holiday assistance for those in need. Assistance is available to Fraser Residents OR students attending Fraser Public Schools. Please see the flyer linked below for additional information, registration dates & location.

CARE is a resource in our community that helps families and individuals who are experiencing difficulties with mental health or substance abuse. CARE's Student Assistance program offers families the opportunity to receive a thorough assessment for children who are experiencing mental health issues. CARE will then provide resources to assist with concerns. CARE also is a great place to attend parenting classes for Early Childhood through Teen. Speciality classes related to anger management and play and learn groups for younger children are also programs provided through CARE. For more information or for a referral to CARE's Student Assistance program please contact our social worker, Ms. Gentry, or contact CARE at 586-541-CARE.

We are excited to announce that we have extended our partnership with Gleaners. They will continue to be set up in the FHS parking lot from 9:00 to 11:00 AM on the following dates:

November 2

November 16

November 30

December 14

January 11

If you are in need of food assistance, you can slow find pantries in your area by visiting https://pantrynet.org.

For the fastest support please use the link and complete the JotForm for tech support from Mrs. Barozzini. Please remember Mrs. Barozzini is not available for nonscheduled calls or pop in visits because she is working on the submitted JotForms.