Magi Messenger: September 30, 2024
Superintendent's Monday Magi Message
Happy Monday, Magi Families!
It’s that busy time of year again! I know the Magi Messenger is packed with information, but remember you can always use the Table of Contents to quickly access new items. Last week was homecoming, it was an incredible week showcasing the very best that our community is. I am so very proud of the students, educators and neighbors who made it a special week. Shout out to Mrs. Ann Vinson at CHS who leads our Student Council to plan Homecoming festivities & also to Mr. Austin Stoll at Colon Elementary who started a great Teachers v. Students Basketball game tradition. GO MAGI!
This Wednesday is Count Day. It is critically important that all students who are healthy are in school with us everyday, but ESPECIALLY on Count Day. It’s essential that all healthy students are in attendance, as it directly impacts our ability to continue offerings in academics and other programs such as CARE, additional clubs and updated curriculum. The leaves are changing quickly around town, and the ones in my yard remind me of the simple beauty that each season brings. I wish the very best for you & yours this season. Happy Autumn!
Dr. Rachel Kowalski
Superintendent
Coming Soon: Parent-Teacher Conferences
Picture Day Is Today!
Save The Date: Autumn Artistry Family Event
Colon Elementary Reminders
Still A Couple of GSRP Preschool Openings!
College & Career Week: Help Needed & Preview
Inspire Students at "What To Be Wednesday" – Join Us!
We’re excited to invite you to be part of this year’s "What To Be Wednesday" at Colon Community Schools on Wednesday, October 30, at 10 AM! Share your career journey and advice with students in grades 5-12. Sessions are short—just 15 minutes—so you’ll have the chance to meet and inspire even more students. Your total time commitment will be around 60-70 minutes, and we’ll provide lunch for those who can stay! Help shape the future by sharing your career experience. Join us!
RSVP Here: https://tinyurl.com/WhatToBeMagi2024
College & Career Week 2024 PREVIEW
iReady Data Is Available For Parents!
Last week, we assessed students in both reading and math at CES and CHS to gather baseline data. This information will help us provide personalized interventions and instructional support for students. During our professional learning session on Monday, September 16th, our staff will begin using this data to better meet student needs.
Parents play a crucial role in this process. Please review the steps to access your student’s data on iReady to stay informed and involved.
Parent Information For iReady: https://tinyurl.com/Parent-iReady-Colon
New Math Curriculum Resources For Families & Parents
NEW Bus Route "Brown Bear" Remind Sign-Up
Please note this is a one-way messaging app. We cannot process transportation changes through Remind... it is intended to alert you of any delays or bus issues. Thank you.
🚌📱 Stay connected with our bus updates! 📱🚌 Stay informed about your child's bus route with timely text alerts for changes or delays. We know unexpected changes can be stressful, so sign up for updates to get notified instantly. Follow the instructions that will be sent home on Monday, or use the provided links. Thank you for trusting us to transport your child!
Brown Bear visit https://www.remind.com/join/kkdae8
Black Rhino visit rmd.at/blackrhin
Green Lizard visit rmd.at/greenlizar
Red Camel visit rmd.at/redcame
Orange Butterfly visit rmd.at/6eh3996
Blue Horse visit rmd.at/74777477
If you have questions, please contact Heather in Transportation: 269-432-3231 - Press 1 or email hwordelman@colonschools.org
More sign-up information is linked here.
Brown Bear Sign Up Info
School Savings - Sturgis Bank & Trust
Tuesday Mornings @ CES!
Thursday Mornings @ CHS!
Thank you Sturgis Bank!
Parent Resources
Visit this site for resources to start the new year:
https://www.colonschools.org/o/colon/page/parent-resource-center
Elementary CARE Program
We are 3 years running... Our No-Cost CARE Program Sign-Up can be found at:
Schedules & Calendars
https://tinyurl.com/magi24-25-calendar
For access to all bell schedules: click on this link.
School & District Contacts
Click here for main contacts: https://tinyurl.com/ColonContactsMagi
You can also see our website's staff page for additional staff contacts: https://www.colonschools.org/staff
Eventlink: Parent Guidance
Super Important Eventlink Documents To Help You Add Calendars!
Curious why everyone loves attending and working in our schools? 🤔 Dive into our YouTube page to find out! 🎥🌟 Make Colon Community Schools your destination district or join our team! https://www.youtube.com/@ColonCommunitySchools
This Week In Colon Magi Athletics
Our new website with incredible resources for athletes and families of athletes is: https://colonathletics.com/
Class of 2025 Information: Parents & Students
COMING VERY SOON:
A Class of 2025 Calendar For Parents & Families
In the coming weeks we will be posting lots of information about senior events, opportunities & more for students & families. Mrs. Spidle & Ms. Kevnick work together to update our scholarship page located on our website, at this link.