Dear Parents and Caregivers,
Wow—can you believe we only have two months of school left? Where did the time go? Our students have worked incredibly hard this year, and we’re so proud of their growth and achievements.
I hope you had a chance to relax and recharge during Spring Break. The year is flying by, and many of you are already beginning to think about the 2025–26 school year. To help with your planning, we’ve included the recently released school calendar below in this newsletter.
In addition, during the first week of May, you’ll receive an email with a short questionnaire about your child’s placement for the upcoming school year. Your input is extremely valuable as we begin forming class lists, so please keep an eye out for that email and take a few minutes to complete the form.
MSTEP Testing Information
We are now entering MSTEP Season. This state assessment will take place throughout the month of May and, like last year, will be administered online. It evaluates student understanding of Michigan’s academic standards in English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.
Testing Schedule:
- 5th Grade: April 15 – May 1 (all subject areas)
- 3rd & 4th Grade: April 27 – May 8 (Reading and Math only)
To help your child feel confident and prepared:
Sinking Fund Millage Renewal – May 6, 2025
A reminder that the Sinking Fund Millage Renewal vote is coming up on May 6, 2025. Absentee ballots are now available. If you have any questions about the election or how it impacts Cook and Mason Elementary Schools, please feel free to contact the Mason Office at 810-591-7840.
Report Cards & Conferences
Report cards were made available electronically on Friday, April 11, 2025. If you have questions or would like to schedule a parent/teacher conference, please reach out to your child’s teacher directly.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Let’s finish the school year strong!
In the Interest of Children,
Mrs. S. James
