Comets Corner

Mr. Keith Tonn, Principal

Important Contact Information:

Main Office Phone: (586) 439-6900

Fax: (586) 439-6801

Absentee Line: (586) 439-6990

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

School Administrative Assistant:

Mrs. Dawn Vezzetti

Email: dawn.vezzetti@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
Students must be in class by 8:35 am or they are marked tardy.

Mission Statement:

Guiding our Comets to be compassionate, curious, creative citizens who will positively impact the world.

Email: Keith.Tonn@Fraserk12.org
Website: https://www.fraser.k12.mi.us/Page/21
Location: 30601 Calahan Rd, Roseville, MI 48066, USA
Phone: (586) 439-6900
Twitter: @Keith_Tonn

Kindergarten learners are diving into the world of writing by using oral language and beginning writing skills to express their thoughts. Today, the focus is on opinion writing, a key step in helping students communicate their ideas clearly.

We begin the writing lessons by asking the class simple, engaging questions: "Do you think ice cream is the best treat?" or "Is recess the best part of the day?" These questions encourage students to share their opinions aloud, fostering discussion and helping them understand that everyone has different ideas.

Next, the teacher introduces a visual chart with sentence starters like, "I think..." or "I believe..." Students practice forming sentences to express their thoughts, supported by pictures or drawings. These early experiences with oral language help build confidence and provide a foundation for writing. The students also listen to various stories where they can insert their opinions about situations brought up in the text. A fan favorite is Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! (Willems, 2003) Would you let the Pigeon drive? Most kindergarteners at Mark Twain would not! They put great thought behind their opinions, "His legs are too short to touch the pedals" or "I would not want him to crash into our school!" are just some of their creative ideas!

As they progress, kindergarteners start writing simple sentences or drawing pictures to represent their opinions. With each activity, they develop the skills needed to clearly state their ideas, laying the groundwork for more complex writing in the future. Opinion writing becomes not just a lesson but an exciting way for kids to share what they think!

I am so excited to formally invite you to this year’s “Spring” Vocal Music Concert, What a Colorful World!

All family and friends are welcome to join us at the Fraser High School Auditorium to enjoy lovely music presented by 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Grade on Tuesday, February 25th, 2025. Admission is free.

Students are expected to be at Fraser High School at 6:30pm to warm-up for our concert at 7:00pm.

Concert attire:

1st Grade: Color Red

2nd Grade: Color Yellow

3rd Grade: Color Blue

Students may dress in the color associated with their grade level.Students should follow the school dress code for their outfit choice.

On the morning of the concert, students will be bussed to the Fraser High School Auditorium to practice for our concert at 9:15am and arrive back to Mark Twain Elementary around 10:45am. Please make sure to fill out the permission slip below (and given to your student) to ensure all students can practice with us the morning of the concert. Return by Monday, February 10th.

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me. Student attendance is taken prior to the concert, so please notify me if there is a conflict/reason your student may not be able to attend.

Thank you for your time and I look forward to seeing many of you come to cheer on our amazing performers!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Sarah Esquible🎵

sarah.esquible@fraserk12.org

• The North lot is NOT a drop-off/ pick-up zone. It is for parking only. We MUST keep the loop open for busses and emergency vehicles. This rule applies to everyone, so please be cooperative and follow it.

• The large, central lot has two lanes: a drop-off/ pick-up lane on the outside of the loop and a driving lane on the inside.

• Please note: Drivers MAY NOT get out of your car while in the outside drop-off/ pick-up lane. Your students must exit to the outside of the loop, and drivers must not exit the car to walk students up or pick them up. If you have younger children who need to be walked up or picked up at the door, you MUST park your car in one of the lots or on the street.

• Smoking and pets are not permitted on school grounds. Please leave your pets at home for the safety and comfort of all of our students and families.

• Please do NOT swear on school grounds. We are trying to set a positive example for behavior for our Twain Comets, and shouting and swearing at other drivers does not set the right example for our kids. We ask our students to be respectful, organized, cooperative, kind, and safe, and we expect those behaviors to be modeled by our parents, too.

As a parent of a Mark Twain Elementary student, you are a valued member of the Mark Twain Parent Club. Our official Facebook group is here: Mark Twain Parent Club. Please help us build the group by sharing with other Twain families and adding them to the group.

Contact MTPC: mtparentclub@gmail.com

We welcome the 24-25 MTPC Executive Board:

• President: Yolanda Perkins
• Vice President: Bethany Haley
• Treasurer: Megan Arnone
• Secretary: Amanda McDunnah

• 2/10 - 5th & 6th Grade - Big Fish Production @ FHS
• 2/11 - Kids Heart Challenge Kickoff
• 2/12 - Count Day
• 2/13 - Family Game Night
• 2/14 - 3rd & 5th Grade Sturgeon Program
• 2/17 - Mid-Winter Break
• 2/18 - Mid Winter Break
• 2/20 - Little Caesar Pizza Kit Order Due
• 2/20 - 6th-Grade Parent Night @ RMS at 6:00 PM
• 2/21 - Winter Wellness Night at FHS
• 2/24 - RMS Counselors Meet w/ 6th Grade
• 2/24 - MTPC Meeting
• 2/25 - Early Release Day (1:30 Dismissal)
• 2/25 - Vocal Concert Grades 1-3
• 2/26 - 6th-Grade Career Fair
• 2/26 - MCHD Hearing Re-Screening - K, 2, 4
• 2/27 - Half Day (12:00 Dismissal)
• 2/28 - Half Day (12:00 Dismissal)
• 3/3 - RMS Counselors Return to Visit 6th Grade
• 3/5 - MTPC Family Bingo Night

Access the full District Calendar HERE at any time!