At Sunset Lake, We are Lifelong Learners and Lifelong Leaders.

Principal Amie McCaw

Email: amccaw@vicksburgschools.org
Website: Vicksburgcommunityschools.org
Location: 201 N Boulevard St, Vicksburg, MI, United States
Phone: (269)321-1500
Twitter: @TLIMPrincipal

Hello Sunset Lake Families,

It’s hard to believe we’ve reached the final stretch of the school year!

As we begin our last marking period, the weeks ahead promise to be a whirlwind of activity. From the MSTEP state assessment to field trips, our PTSO FUN RUN and other end of year celebrations, our calendar is brimming with opportunities for growth, learning, and fun.

During this busy season, it’s especially important to maintain consistent routines at home. Regular bedtimes and structured evenings can help our students feel rested and ready to tackle their days with focus and energy. With the excitement of extracurricular activities and beautiful spring weather, I know this can be a challenge—but a little consistency goes a long way in supporting your child’s success, both academically and emotionally.

Together, we can finish the year strong and make this marking period the best one yet!

ROAR Assembly

We are excited that at the end of this month we will be hosting Al the Respect Guy with a Respect Others Act Responsibly (ROAR) for a K-2 and 3-5 assembly. See below for more information.

PTSO News:. Next Meeting is April 15th. In April all nominations for board positions need to be submitted for the Executive Board to review. Two positions (Secretary & Treasurer) will be up for nominations due to a resignation and a three year term limit. After the executive board reviews the nominations, a vote is taken at the May PTSO meeting.

25-26 Kindergarten Enrollment:

We had a greeat Kindergarten Kick-off this week! It was exciting to see current families and meet some new ones who will be bringing their young learners and leaders to Sunset Lake for our 25-26 school year.

*Please contact our office at 321-1550 if you have a child who will be 5 before September 1, to enroll your child for next school year and spread the word to others our Kindergarten Enrollment is in full force.

**Information regarding our Vicksburg GSRP Preschool can be found below.

Thank you for all you do to support your children and our Sunset Lake community.

Thank you,

Amie McCaw

Sunset Lake Elementary Principal

April 15, 2025 - PTSO Board Meeting @ 5:30pm SL Library

April 15, 2025 - MSTEP - 3rd Grade Math

April 16, 2025 - MSTEP - 4th Grade Math

April 17, 2025 - MSTEP - 3rd Grade ELA

April 22, 2025 - MSTEP - 4th Grade ELA Day 1

April 23, 2025 - MSTEP - 4th Grade ELA Day 2

April 29, 2025 - MSTEP - 5th Grade ELA

April 28, 2025 - 2nd Grade to Vicksburg Historical Village

April 28-29, 2025 - Mobile Dentist at Sunset Lake

Click on the link below. Follow the QR codes in the PDF below. Make sure you do both steps, the REGISTRATION and then ENROLLMENT

Applications for the 2025-2026 school year are now available!

Get your child on board for an exciting preschool experience! Vicksburg Community Schools is offering a unique program specifically designed for children who will be four years old before September 1st, 2025 to qualify for the 2025-2026. Vicksburg Schools GSRP Preschool focuses on school readiness skills in a fun, play-based format.

Vicksburg Schools GSRP Preschool is entirely FREE to families who meet the qualifications. This includes transportation, meals, snacks, parent education programs, and field trips.

The Vicksburg Schools GSRP Preschool utilizes a joint application with all other Kalamazoo County preschool programs to help cut down on duplication and enable us to appropriately place children. You can pick up applications at each of our elementary buildings or the Vicksburg Administration Building. Please email your application to athompson@vicksburgschools.org or bring it to the Vicksburg Schools Admin Building (VAB).

We appreciate your partnership in helping your children stay organized, prepared, and confident during this time. Encourage them to do their best on the MSTEP assessments, reminding them that effort and perseverance matter most.

This is our one and ONLY fundraiser we do all year and the kids LOVE it. A HUGE thanks to our PTSO who put it on and make it so fun for the kids.

The flyer came home this week with your student(s) with the website you need to register on and then you can share with your family and friends for them to donate. If you didn't see the flyer, the link to register is below.

http://www.99pledges.com/fund/sunsetlake25/addme

*Enter you child's name (first and last), your email(s) and select their group (teacher)

*Click "Add" - this will take you to your newly created pledge page

*Share

Please note: Cash/Check donations can still be accepted. Checks MUST be made payable to "Sunset Lake PTSO" or they will be returned. To have your cash/check donations count towards your student's overall total, please return in an envelope with the student's name (first and last), grade and teacher to the office no later than April 25th

Forms came home this week with your student for the Mobile Dentist. They will be at Sunset April 28 & 29. If you would like the dentist to see your child, please fill out the form and send it back.

Apply today for SUN Bucks Summer EBT!

SUN Bucks is the new name for Summer EBT. Eligible families of school-age children will receive $120 per child for qualifying groceries.

Families who qualify for free/reduced lunch qualify for SUN Bucks. But you MUST fill out the online form to get the benefits!

Use this link to apply: https://newmibridges.michigan.gov/s/isd-external-afb-screen?language=en_US

April 15th is the deadline.

We are once again having a bookmark contest. Please help us get the word out and enter for yourself. The creations last time were amazing. We can't wait to see what is submitted this year. Good luck!

Attention Teachers:

Enter to WIN a FREE HOME CLEANING & ORGANIZING SESSION from Jeannie Cleaning (Tag Jeannie Cleaning https://www.facebook.com/JeannieCleaning)

How to Enter:

Nominate yourself or a teacher who inspires you. Share a few sentences about why they deserve a free cleaning — because we know every teacher has a story worth celebrating.

Eligible Educators: Traditional and Non-Traditional educators, Paraprofessionals, and Home School.

• Winner must live in Kalamazoo or Kent County

• Contest runs April 19-May 3

• Winner announced May 6th (Teacher Appreciation Day)

Jeannie Cleaning supports Educators’ Mental Health

Teaching is one of the most rewarding yet demanding professions, often leaving little time for self-care. But did you know that a clean and organized home can play a powerful role in supporting educators' mental health? Here's how:

• Reduces Stress: A clutter-free environment helps lower stress levels by creating a sense of order and control, which is essential for teachers managing hectic schedules and heavy workloads.

• Boosts Focus: A tidy space minimizes distractions, allowing educators to recharge and refocus after long days in the classroom.

• Improves Emotional Well-being: Cleaning can be therapeutic, offering a calming outlet to process emotions and combat burnout.

By prioritizing a clean home—or even outsourcing cleaning tasks—educators can reclaim their mental space, improve their resilience, and create an environment that fosters rest and renewal. Let’s support our teachers by encouraging small steps toward self-care!

🌟 #MentalHealthMatters #SupportEducators #CleanSpaceClearMind

Click on the link for the 2024-25 Drop Off and Pick Up Directions.

Here is our District Calendar. Feel free to visit https://www.vicksburgschools.org/parent-links/calendars/ to get a view of the calendar that you prefer. You can also find important dates for upcoming school years as well.

Michigan Education Trust (MET) is Michigan's 529 prepaid tuition savings program, allows parents, grandparents, businesses, and others to pre-purchase a child's future college tuition.

Find out more by clicking on the link below.