Upton Update
Week of April 18, 2022
Week of April 15, 2024
M-STEP Testing
M-STEP is continuing this week. This week, 5th graders will finish their testing. Please see the schedule below for exact dates. Please note that the M-STEP is required by the state of Michigan.
We ask that your child is at school on time on each of the scheduled testing days and comes to school well-rested.
Also, electronic devices (smartphones, smart watches, cell phones, book readers, electronic tablets, cameras, non-approved calculators, music players, voice recorders, etc.) are not allowed to be with students during the testing sessions.
Testing Dates:
5th Grade
Tuesday, April 16: Math 8:45 a.m.
Thursday, April 18: Science 8:45 a.m.
4th Grade
Tuesday, April 23: English Language Arts (ELA) 8:45 a.m.
Wednesday, April 24: English Language Arts (ELA) 9:45 a.m.
Thursday, April 25: Math 8:45 a.m.
3rd Grade
Tuesday, April 30: English Language Arts (ELA) 8:45 a.m.
Wednesday, May 1: English Language Arts (ELA) 9:45 a.m.
Tuesday, May 7: Math 8:45 a.m.
Wednesday, May 8: Math 9:45 a.m.
Testing is designed to be manageable for students by breaking it up into small sessions over several days. The testing schedule is designed to be safe, fulfill state testing requirements, and provide meaningful data while being minimally disruptive to learning as possible.
As we administer these assessments, we will continue to monitor communication from the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) and the United States Department of Education (USDE). If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me.
Upton PTA Fundraiser: Ray's Ice Cream
Please come up to Ray's Ice Cream on Monday, April 15 & Tuesday, April 16 and support our school!
Professional Learning Morning
April PAC Meeting - Tuesday, April 16th, 6:30 - 8:00 PM on Zoom
The Parent Advocacy Committee's April meeting will be held Tuesday, April 16th @ 6:30 PM on Zoom (PAC Meeting Zoom Link). We will be welcoming Christie Kay from The Arc of Oakland County, to learn about their organization and all they do for families of students with special needs. The Arc is a non-profit organization that "advocates for the rights and full participation of children and adults with intellectual and other related developmental disabilities." To join our mailing list for meeting reminders and other updates, complete this quick form: ROPAC Email List
STEM Night
We will be having a Family STEM Night on April 17, from 6:30-8:00 p.m. All are invited to attend!
PTA Bingo Night
Our PTA will be hosting Bingo Night on Friday, April 19, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Come and enjoy an hour of fun!
A Message from our PTA
Upton Families, we'd like your feedback!
Please fill out this questionnaire so we can learn more about our families and get your input on our PTA work. We very much appreciate it.
https://forms.gle/e34DJJ9vJC5WvKrv5
Help Wanted
Upton PTA is looking for new board members for the next school year. If you'd like to find out more on what positions are available or how you can help, please email uptonelementarypta@gmail.com or join our Facebook group, Upton PTA.
Young Oaks Latchkey 2024-25 Lottery
Families must apply annually to be eligible for Young Oaks Latchkey. Our lottery for the 2024-25 school year can be found here. The links will be live at 9:00am on Monday, May 6. Families will be notified of their status (waitlist or acceptance) on Wednesday, May 22. If you have any questions please contact the Addams Early Childhood Center at 248-288-3220 ext. 0.
Summer Learning Sessions
Registration for Royal Oak Schools summer program is now open!
Locations:
- Elementary program @ Oak Ridge - exiting DK-4th graders
- Middle school program @ ROMS - exiting 5th-8th graders
Session dates:
- Session 1: June 24 - July 12 (no school July 4-5)
- Session 2: July 15 - August 1
Session times:
- DK-5: 2 sessions, 3 weeks each (M-TH), 8:30 - 11:30 AM
- ROMS: 2 sessions, 3 weeks each (M-TH) 8:45 - 11:45 AM
Content:
- Math & ELA enrichment programs as well as a LEGO STEM opportunity in grades DK-8.
Cost:
- $160 per student per session.
- Royal Oak Schools has been covering the cost of summer programming for students the last few years using ESSER funds (emergency COVID funds), which have since ended. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify; Reach out to Jennifer Knipper for assistance (jennifer.knipper@royaloakschools.org)
Registration Links:
Report Cards
Report cards are available to view using Parent Portal. Please make sure to look over your child's report card to see the progress that is being made. If you have any questions, please contact your child's teacher.
School Menus
Royal Oak High School Student Council Spring Carnival
On Thursday, May 2, the Royal Oak High School Student Council will be hosting a Carnival at Royal Oak High School. There will be carnival games, prizes, and food! The carnival is completely free (monetary donations are appreciated). The Carnival will last from 3:30-7:00 p.m.
Blessings in a Backpack
"Blessings in a Backpackā€¯ is a program designed to provide students on the free and reduced lunch program with enough food for three meals a day during the weekends. This program, administered by the Community Foundation of Greater Rochester, is active in Royal Oak Schools. If you agree to take part in this program during the school year, your child will receive a bag filled with food for the weekend. A bag of food will be put in your child's locker for take home on Fridays. The simple meals may include food like macaroni and cheese, beef ravioli, canned fruit, granola bars, soups, juice and other items. Students will receive a bag every week.
If you would like to have your child participate in this program, fill out the form below and mail it to the board office at 800 Devillen, Royal Oak, MI 48073, or just hit submit on this form. Please be sure to indicate on the form if you child has any food allergies. If your child has a food allergy, you as the parent are responsible for checking all food labels when the food arrives home. Royal Oak Schools, as well as Blessings in a Backpack, will not be held responsible for any accidental food allergen exposure.
This Week's Calendar
Monday
PTA Fundraiser at Ray's Ice Cream
Tuesday
5th Grade M-STEP 8:45 a.m. (Math)
PTA Fundraiser at Ray's Ice Cream
Wednesday
Late Start for Students- School starts at 9:25 a.m.
STEM Night 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Thursday
5th Grade M-STEP 8:45 a.m. (Math)
Friday
PTA Bingo Night 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Mr. John Grzywack
john.grzywack@royaloakschools.org
4400 Mandalay Avenue, Royal Oak, MI, United States
(248) 549-4968
https://upton.royaloakschools.org/
The vision of Upton Elementary School is to inspire students to become lifelong learners.