Trix Family Press

Dear Trix Families,

Scholars will be taking baseline assessments all month to determine where they are in all subjects.

This week, we will begin NWEA testing. Please make sure students are getting plenty of rest to be the best version of themselves.

This year we will be intentional about having our scholars in school everyday! If there is anything that you feel is in the way of getting your scholar to school each day, please let me know. 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 .

With love,

Mrs. Van Hoesen

After School Enrichment will begin September 23rd. Please look at the attached flyers to see where you would like to sign up.

PARENT MEETING FOR ENRICHMENT PARENTS WILL BE HELD FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH (4PM)

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!

Access Codes Access codes were sent home last week! Sor those that have already activated your account, “Thank You”! Parents please continue to activate your accounts so that you can monitor your scholars behavior. If your scholar did not receive their access code sheet, please let the teacher know and it will be sent home.

We are still looking for the class with the highest number of parents to activate their liveschool account for a prize.

Monthly Celebration For the month of September, scholars can use their points to participate in a “Pancake Party”. Date forthcoming.

Walkers Parents, if your child(ren) walk home from school daily, please complete a walker’s form. This form is located in the main office

Early Dismissal End at 3pm

Mobile Dentist Visit - September 23 & 24

Mobile Dentist Visit: Important Information for K-8th Grade Parents

Mobile dentist will be visiting our school soon. We distributed dentist forms this past week. Please complete and return these forms by

Wednesday, September 18, 2024.

Important Notice for Kindergarten Parents:

Starting the 2024-2025 school year, Michigan law requires all children enrolling in their first year of school to have an oral health assessment (dental screening). This is mandatory for all Kindergarten students.

Please make sure to return the completed forms by the deadline to ensure your child is compliant with the new law.

Lifetouch

Fall Picture Day is Quickly Approaching!

School Name: Trix Academy

Picture Day Date: Monday, September 30

Picture Day ID: EVTD7ZMCW

9/15 - D'Junea M.

9/19 - Londyn J.

9/21 - Damiean J.

9/15 - Start of Hispanic Heritage Month

9/19 - Parent Teacher Conference Part 1(4pm - 6pm)

9/20 - Half Day/ Parent Teacher Conference Part 2 (1pm - 4pm)

Parent Meeting for After School Enrichment (4pm - 4:30pm)

9/23 - After School Enrichment Begins

9/23 - 24 - Mobile Dentist

9/30 - Picture Day (more info to come)

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