Trix Family Press
Week of July 30, 2023
Week of August 19, 2024
From the Principal's Desk
Principal Van Hoesen's View
Dear Trix Families,
My name is Mrs. Van Hoesen and I look forward to working with you this year! Mrs. Kionna will still be around as she earned a promotion as our Regional Director so be sure to congratulate her when you seen her!
We are officially back in school tomorrow, Monday, August 19, 2024. The teachers, staff and administrators are so excited to welcome your scholars back for the 2024-2025
school year. We have so much to planned for this school year. Everyday of attendance matters as we are hitting the ground running with instruction!
Here are a few reminders:
Doors will open for scholars to have breakfast at 7:45. Our instructional day begins at 8:05 with our daily morning meeting.
All scholars will be dismissed from outside this year, weather permitting.
Students are expected to be in the appropriate uniform for their grade level. If you are unsure about your scholar's uniform color, please be sure to click the link for the Family Welcome Packet below .
Back to School Bash
Please note that the Back to School Bash will be held August 22nd 4pm - 6pm. This is the opportunity to meet your child's teacher as well as myself (Principal V).
With love,
Mrs. Van Hoesen
Ms. Orpe's Curriculum Corner
Assistant Principal
Hello Trix Families! My goals are to help scholars develop powerful skills and a strong character to lead successful and fulfilling lives. I also want to ensure that teachers feel supported and have opportunities to grow as professionals so that they can help our scholars soar. I am excited to bring our scholars, families, staff, and stakeholders together to build a flourishing community. Trix Academy is working hard to make this the best school year ever for your scholars!
K-8 Eureka Math Family Resources
K-5 Into Reading Overview
6-8 Into Literature Overview
MClass Reading Intervention Overview
K-5 Foss Science Overview
5-8 Amplify Science
Family Resources
6-8 MAISA Social Studies Overview
K-6 Studies Weekly Social Studies Overview
Be courageous and soar like a falcon!
Ms. Hayes's Culture Column
Dean of Culture
Welcome back everyone! I am super excited to see each and everyone of you! This school year our goal is to focus on positive behavior. We have put in place exciting incentives for our scholars to earn. Parents please keep your eyes and ears open for what's to come. Looking forward to an exciting school year!
Ms. Smith's Operational Rundown
Operations Manager
Welcome Back Trix Academy Family! I hope everyone had a wonderful summer! I'm exciting for this upcoming school year.
-Office hours 8am to 4pm
-Doors open for students at 7:45am.
-Breakfast is served from 7:45am to 8:05 am
-Tardy begins at 8:35am.
Parents will have to sign in any tardy students entering the building after 8:35am.
Upcoming Events at Trix Academy
First Day of School
Students Should Arrive Promptly by 8:00 am
This year we will open the doors for breakfast starting at 7:45 am. School starts promptly at 8:05 with breakfast and morning meeting. All classroom instruction will begin at 8:20 am. Please see daily schedules in the Family Welcome Packet.
Monday, Aug 19, 2024, 07:45 AM
Trix Academy, Joann Avenue, Detroit, MI, USA
Dates to Remember
8/19 - First Day of School
8/22 - Back to School Bash (4pm - 6pm)
Staff Email Addresses
Leadership
Elizabeth Van Hoesen, Principal - e.vanhoesen@mecc-academies.org
Karen Orpe, Assistant Principal - k.orpe@mecc-academies.org
Paula Hayes, Dean of Culture - p.hayes@mecc-academies.org
Sheilene Smith, Operations Manager - s.smith@mecc-academies.org
Office, Attendance and Enrollment
Tyresha Robinson, Student Enrollment Coordinator - trobinson1@phalenacademies.org
Teveta Parris, Office Manager - t.parris@mecc-academies.org
Kindergarten
Charlene Long, Teacher - c.long@mecc-academies.org
Mia Ratliff, Teacher - m.ratliff@mecc-academies.org
First Grade
Tiara Owens, Teacher - t.owens@mecc-academies.org
Second Grade
Alicia Fluker, Teacher - a.fluker@mecc-academies.org
Jocelyn Coats, Teacher - j.coats@mecc-academies.org
Third Grade
ShRonda Allen, Teacher - s.allen@mecc-academies.org
Tiffany Engleman, Teacher - t.engleman@mecc-academies.org
Fourth Grade
Chelsea Henry, Teacher - c.henry@mecc-academies.org
5th Grade
Patricia Pearson, Teacher - p.pearson@mecc-academies.org
6th through 8th Grades (Middle School)
LaTesha Gordon, ELA Teacher - l.gordon@mecc-academies.org
Steven Orellana, Social Studies Teacher - s.orellana@mecc-academies.org
Lashanett Millier, Science Teacher - l.miller@mecc-academies.org
Donovan Owens, Math Teacher - d.owens@mecc-academies.org
Electives
Eri Hall, Art Teacher - e.hall@mecc-academies.org
Shakila Woods, Technology Teacher - s.woods@mecc-academies.org
Jerel Allen, Physical Education/HealthTeacher - j.allen@mecc-academies.org
Reading Intervention
Vanessa Navarre, Reading Interventionist - v.navarre@mecc-academies.org
Nicolas Wolak, Reading Interventionist - n.wolak@mecc-academies.org
Atica Bell, Reading Interventionist - a.bell@mecc-academies.org
Teacher Intern
Paulasia Sims, Teacher Intern - p.sims@mecc-acacemies.org
Support Staff
Brandon Daniel, Middle School Teacher Assistant - b.daniel@mecc-academies.org
Dominique Williams, Teacher Assistant, d.williams@mecc-academies.org
Have Questions? Contact Us!
Website: http://trix.mecc-academies.org/
Location: 20045 Joann Avenue, Detroit, MI 48205, USA
Phone: 313.426.1020
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrixAcademy