Trix Family Press

Dear Trix Families,

Let's continue to keep the Daily Attendance rate high! We have been averaging 89-90% daily attendance. Let's keep raising this percentage! Kids learn when they are in school!

Enrollment is up for the first time since the pandemic! We warmly welcome our new Spanish-speaking families to our school community. Please note that we will have many communications going home in both English and Spanish.

We showed that we can have strong attendance, so let's keep it up! Our goal is to reach 95%.Your child's attendance is imperative for their success!

This month is National Bully Prevention Month. Please speak to your children about bullying and what to do if they see someone bullying others.

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 .

With love,

Mrs. Van Hoesen

We will have Harvest Day October 29th 4pm - 6pm. We need your help! We are now accepting donations of candy and treats to distribute during Harvest Fest. Please leave your donations at the front desk. Thank you in advance!

Hello Trix Families,

Your scholars have taken the fall NWEA tests for Reading, Math, and Science (5th & 8th grades.)

Children learn better—and faster—when teachers have a clear picture of what students know and how they are growing academically. That’s why a group of educators and researchers founded NWEA®, a not-for-profit organization that has created some of the most trusted and reliable assessment solutions available. More than 13 million students in the US and in 140 countries worldwide use MAP® Growth™.

A family guide to MAP Growth How it works MAP Growth is a computer-adaptive test. If your child answers a question correctly, the next question is more challenging. If they answer incorrectly, the next one is easier. This type of assessment challenges top performers without overwhelming students whose skills are below grade level.

NWEA Family Report

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!

Trix T-shirts

Scholars can purchase t-shirts for $10, sizes small to ex-large, $13 for larger sizes. The color of the shirts that can be purchased are maroon, red, orange and black. Please allow two weeks for delivery.

Please see Ms. Hayes for ordering.

Urgent: Update Your Contact Information

Dear Parents,

It’s crucial that we have your most current contact information on file, especially in case of emergencies. If you’ve recently changed your address or phone number, please inform the school as soon as possible.

We encourage you to provide an additional emergency contact number as well. Your child’s safety is our top priority, and having updated information ensures we can reach you when needed.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter.

Dear Parents,

As part of our commitment to ensuring the safety of all our scholars, we kindly ask that you present a valid ID when picking up your child from school. This measure helps us verify identities and maintain a secure environment for everyone.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding in keeping our students safe!

If your students are interested in learning more about the Exam Schools, they will be hosting a series of Open Houses throughout November.

Exam High School Open Houses:

• Southeastern High School – November 6 | 4:30 – 6 PM | 3030 Fairview, Detroit, MI 48214
• Renaissance High School – November 6 | 5 – 7 PM | 6565 W. Outer Drive, Detroit, MI 48235
• Martin Luther King Jr. Senior High School – November 7 | 5 – 7 PM | 3200 E. Lafayette, Detroit, MI 48207
• The School at Marygrove – November 13 | 5 – 6:30 PM | 8425 W. McNichols, Detroit, MI 48221
• Cass Technical High School – November 14 | 5 – 7 PM | 2501 Second Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201

Application High School Open Houses

• Communication and Media Arts High School – Wednesday October 30 | 3 – 6 PM |19501 Berg Road, Detroit, MI 48219-1714
• Detroit School of Arts – November 6 | 5 – 7 PM |123 Selden St, Detroit, MI 48201
• Detroit International Academy​ – November 8 | 1:30 – 3:30 PM | 5161 Charles St. Detroit, MI 48212

• Davis Aerospace Technical High School November 20 | 3:30 – 6:30 PM | 900 Dickerson Avenue Detroit, MI 48215-2900

• Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine – December 4 | 5 – 6 PM | 571 Mack Ave, Detroit, MI 4820

9th Grade Webinar

Additionally, we’d like to share our virtual 9th Grade Webinar for students, families, and counselors who would like more insight into the application process. The Webinar will be held on October 24 at 5 PM. Click here to access the meeting.

Thank you!

Below are the Fall Athletic Sports Schedules! We would love to see you all support our teams!

ATTENTION: WE ARE LOOKING FOR A PARENT VOLUNTEER TO COACH OR ASSIST COACHING PEE WEE BASKETBALL!

PLEASE contact Ms. Gordon, the Athletic Director, at (313) 363-3744.

10/21 - Mariah B.

10/23 - Aiden R.

10/24 - Lyrik'Chanel H.

10/24 - Cordell W.

10/24 - Anayalee W.

10/26 - Jayceon H.

10/25 -

• Report Card Day
• Michigan/MSU $2 Spirit Day

10/29 - Harvest Fest (Accepting Donations for treats NOW!)

11/5 - PD Day (NO SCHOOL)

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

Special Education

Kristie Walker, Teacher - k.walker@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

Atica Bell, Reading Interventionist - a.bell@mecc-academies.org

Teacher Intern

Paulasia Sims, Teacher Intern - p.sims@mecc-acacemies.org

Lynsey Thomas, Teacher Intern - l.thomas@mecc-academies.org

Support Staff

Brandon Daniel, Middle School Teacher Assistant - b.daniel@mecc-academies.org

Dominique Williams, Teacher Assistant, d.williams@mecc-academies.org

At Trix, all of our students are scholars. Our scholars learn robotics and coding; and they participate in daily enrichment courses in arts and humanities. Join us as we help to fuel our students’ dreams with: data driven instruction, brand new state- of-the art technology, and exceptional teachers who truly care about their success.

Website: http://trix.mecc-academies.org/
Location: 20045 Joann Avenue, Detroit, MI 48205, USA
Phone: 313.426.1020
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrixAcademy