Central Elementary
Parent Newsletter 2/16/24
A Note from Mr. Hamilton, Principal
Greetings Central Families,
We recently completed our winter benchmark assessments using the FastBridge learning system. This provides a great opportunity to celebrate fall to winter growth, and reveals gaps in skills that might require heightened instructional focus now through spring.
I am pleased to share that we have launched Girls on the Run here at Central, with Carlee Gifford, Nikki Ribbens, Bree Katrinic, and Ally Duiser as internal coaches. Equally exciting news involves Sydney Ream joining the Walking Club team, extending the opportunity to more of our kiddos. Be on the lookout for other health and wellness event and opportunities in the weeks to come, especially as the weather turns :)
With the halfway point now in our rear-view, we look forward to capitalizing on every opportunity still ahead of us.
As always, thank you for your continued partnership and support.
Cordially,
Cody
Happy Valentine's Day!
We LOVE each Student
We LOVE to Learn
We LOVE to Celebrate Successes Earned.
We LOVE to Support in Good Times and Bad
We LOVE to Watch Improvements Had.
We LOVE the Joy Each Student Brings
We LOVE Their Kind-Hearted Offerings.
We LOVE You All For Who You Are
We LOVE You, Central Students - you're the best by far!
MUCH LOVE TO OUR CENTRAL STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES!
💚
(written by: Mrs. Sarah Wilson)
GOLDEN TICKET WINNERS! Rocket Way on Display!
Central Family Skating Parties at Jumpin' Jupiter
The first 2 skating parties on October 23rd and January 22nd were great fun for Central families!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR AND JOIN US AT OUR FINAL SKATING PARTY :
2nd Principal for a Day drawing will be on Thursday, February 29th - tickets $1
Looking for more entries - deadline February 29th
Book Fair Coming on March 4 & 5
Get ready to empower your reader with book choice. Start exploring together: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/centralelementaryschool64 #ScholasticBookFairs
Spring Soccer Registration deadline extended until February 18th.
Click on link below to register
Click on the link below for registration
Safe Routes to School Walking Club
Walking Club is getting bigger! Mrs. Ream is joining Ms. Taylor for Walking Club which means we have more spots open for Tuesdays from 4:00-5:30 starting February 27th. We take walks around the school and even out into the neighborhood behind Central. We do fun activities like scavenger hunts and trash clean ups. If you are interested in signing your child up for Walking Club, click here.
If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Taylor at taylorm@reeths-puffer.org or call the office at 231-744-1693.
CKH Corner
2/19 & 2/20 - NO SCHOOL - Mid-winter Break
2/22 - 2nd grade to Muskegon Luge and Adventure Park
2/22 - Pajama Reading Night 6:00-7:00pm
2/29 - Yearbook Cover Contest Deadline
2/29 - 2nd Principal for a Day Drawing
3/1 - Character Day - Dress like your Favorite Book Character (Kick Off to Reading Month)
3/1 - Half Day of School - Dismissal at 12:00pm
3/4 & 3/5 - Book Fair
3/8 - 4th grade to Lansing
3/8 - Braman, Nauta, Tindall to VanRaalte Farm Park & Imagination Station
3/8 - Popcorn Friday
3/9 - Princess Ball
3/11 - Central Family Skate Party at Jumpin' Jupiter
3/12 - PTO Meeting 4:00pm
3/28 - Half Day of School - Dismissal at 12:00pm
3/29 - NO SCHOOL
4/1-4/5 NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
4/8 - School Resumes
4/8 - M-Step Testing Window Opens (3rd & 4th grades)
4/11 - 3rd grade to Wolf Lake Fish Hatchery
4/12 - Popcorn Friday
Attendance Policy Awareness
Early pick-ups = Tardies
When students are picked up early (during the last hour of the day), the attendance system codes it as a tardy.
BREAKFAST DROP-OFF
Students can be dropped off for breakfast at 8:30am at Door #1 by the office. There is a buzzer they can push to be let in.
CHECK OUT THE LOST AND FOUND
The lost and found is overflowing. Stop in and look for your child's lost items. The pictures below are just a portion of what is in the lost and found.
Dress Warm for the Weather
Please send your student prepared for outdoor recess. Contact the office if your child doesn't have a warm winter coat, snow pants, hat, and gloves.
Communication with Teachers when School is in Session
Help Keep Arrival/Dismissal Safe
Please be reminded of a few things relative to arrival and dismissal:
- The window for drop-off is 8:35-8:40. This ensures supervision is provided and adequate.
- Breakfast kiddos can be dropped off and enter as early as 8:30 at DOOR #1.
- PLEASE drive slowly at all times through the parking lot and be hyper-aware of surroundings.
- Use available parking spaces and/or spots along the curb rather than along Giles.
- Do not park on the West side within the bus loading zone.
- Practice patience.
- Be courteous.
"It takes a village." Together, we can ensure our kiddos safely enter and exit school each day.
Central PTO
The PTO will be discussing the 4th grade Farewell at their next meeting on Tuesday, March 12th at 4:00pm in the library.
Parent Portal Demographic Update: Required by all parents
If you haven't already done so, please login to your parent portal account and complete the demographic update ASAP. This is a requirement at the beginning of each school year. Once you get the account set up, you will need to complete the demographic update. This process allows you to update emergency contacts, review technology use guidelines and the handbook, and give consent for field trips for your student. If you are having troubles with username, password, or access codes, please call the office for assistance. Thank you for giving immediate attention to this matter.
No Pets on School Property
Thank you for your understanding!
Breakfast and Lunch in the Cafeteria
IMPORTANT NOTE: Breakfast and Lunch are free to all students
Breakfast Schedule
8:30am - 8:55am
Lunch Schedule:
Grade DK: 11:20 - 11:50
Grade K: 11:25 - 11:55
Grade 1: 11:30 - 12:00
Grade 2: 11:45 - 12:15
Grade 3: 11:55 - 12:25
Grade 4: 12:00 - 12:30
Central Library Schedule
Monday
Cooper, Birr, Workman, Nauta, Frazier, Sandee, Groothuis, Droski Ribbens
Tuesday
Tindall, Ream, McGreavy, Braman, Mason, McClees, English, Mack, Burmeister
MEDICATION AT SCHOOL
Medications which need to be taken in school must be administered by certified school personnel (or designee) in the presence of another adult. Parents must bring medication to the school office in the original container and file a written statement. NO STUDENT MAY BRING ANY MEDICATION TO SCHOOL.
Contact the office if you have any questions.
School Details
Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm
School Hours: 8:45am - 3:45pm
Phone: 231-744-1693
Fax: 231-744-0507
1807 W. Giles Rd
Muskegon, MI 49445
Door Schedule for Arrival and Dismissal
Door #2 - DK & K
Door #3 - 1st grade & Lighthouse Learning
Door #8 - 3rd grade
Door #9 - 4th grade
DOORS UNLOCK AT 8:35AM. IF YOU ARRIVE AFTER 8:45am, PLEASE BRING YOUR STUDENT TO THE OFFICE TO SIGN THEM IN. THANK YOU!
Central Elementary
Website: www.reeths-puffer.org
Location: 1807 West Giles Road, Muskegon, MI, USA
Phone: 231-744-1693