Comets Corner

Mr. Keith Tonn, Principal

Important Contact Information:

Main Office Phone: (586)439-6900

Fax: (586)439-6801

Absentee Line: (586)439-6990

24-hour recorded line, please leave your child's reason for absence and length of time out. Absences reported to this line ensure the most timely and accurate record.

School Administrative Assistant:

Mrs. Dawn Vezzetti

Email: dawn.vezzetti@fraserk12.org

Building Hours - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

School Hours: 8:35 am – 3:30 pm
First Bell: 8:30 am
Instructional Bell: 8:35 am
Students must be in class by 8:35 am or they are marked tardy.

Mission Statement:

Guiding our Comets to be compassionate, curious, creative citizens who will positively impact the world.

Email: Keith.Tonn@Fraserk12.org
Website: https://www.fraser.k12.mi.us/Page/21
Location: 30601 Calahan Rd, Roseville, MI 48066, USA
Phone: (586)439-6900
Twitter: @Keith_Tonn

Thank you to the many families that were able to attend our Meet The Teacher Nights. If you were unable to attend, I've attached our Welcome Back Video and our Y5s & Kindergarten presentation below for you to reference.

Should you have questions at any time, I encourage to reach out to your child's teacher or our main office for support. We look forward to working with you to ensure your child's success this year!

Sincerely,

Mr. Tonn

All students were sent home with a Data Verification Card last week. If you have not done so, please fill out this form and return it ASAP so we have this important information to update the contacts in our system. The form is bright GREEN. All forms should be submitted by Tuesday, September 3rd.

Please contact our Main Office at 439-6900 with questions.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

iPad distribution will begin on Monday, September 9th. If you have any unpaid fines, please pay them as soon as possible. Please talk with your child about where their "home base" will be to charge the iPad each night. iPads should come to school fully charged each day.

Please CLICK HERE to see our Suggested Supply Lists for this school year.

We are looking to hire Noon Aides to help with lunches and recess at Twain. Come join an amazing team and work at Twain! Please call the main office if you are interested in this position.

if your family is in need, we have a small supply of backpacks available free of charge. The backpacks were donated by our friends at the Woods Church and some even contain supplies. Backpacks will be available in the main office while supplies last. Please reach out to Mrs. Vezzetti if you need assistance.

6th-grade students who qualified for advanced placement ELA & Math classes at Richards Middle School (RMS) will be notified prior to September 9th. We are currently awaiting State testing results to determine eligible candidates. RMS will reach out to families once identification has been completed.

Now more than ever we need to address the whole child. Best practice shows that students who feel safe and secure are better prepared to engage in their learning. Therefore we are excited to continue to use Second Step in our K-8 classes beginning this week to further strengthen our commitment to social and emotional learning.

Second Step offers weekly, age-appropriate virtual lessons for students to help them with various social and emotional skills. These weekly lessons will build on and support all of the great work we're doing at Twain to support our students. Combined with our schoolwide restorative practices and consistent PBIS expectations, we are creating a firm Tier 1 foundation for supporting all of our students' social, emotional, and behavioral development.

Unit 1 Home Links for grades K-5 can be found linked below.

Kindergarten

First Grade

Second Grade

Third Grade

Fourth Grade

Fifth Grade

• The North lot is NOT a drop-off/pick-up zone. It is for parking only. We MUST keep the loop open for busses and emergency vehicles. This rule applies to everyone, so please be cooperative and follow it.
• The large, central lot has two lanes: a drop-off/ pick-up lane on the outside of the loop and a driving lane on the inside.
• Please note: Drivers MAY NOT get out of their cars while in the outside drop-off/pick-up lane. Students must exit to the outside of the loop, and drivers must not exit the car to walk students up or pick them up. If you have younger children who need to be walked up or picked up at the door, you MUST park your car in one of the lots or on the street.
• Smoking and pets are not permitted on school grounds. Please leave your pets at home for the safety and comfort of all of our students and families.

If your child has specific medical needs, please contact the main office prior to the start of school. Consent forms must be completed in order to administer medication. Consent forms for prescription medications must include dosage and frequency information signed by a physician. Medication, including inhalers, must be stored in the main office and not in backpacks or pockets. In addition, if your child has a medical plan, it will need to be updated for the 24-25 school year.

Please find medication forms linked below for your convenience.

CARE is a resource in our community that helps families and individuals who are experiencing difficulties with mental health or substance abuse. CARE's Student Assistance program offers families the opportunity to receive a thorough assessment for children who are experiencing mental health issues. CARE will then provide resources to assist with concerns. CARE also is a great place to attend parenting classes for Early Childhood through Teen. Speciality classes related to anger management and play and learn groups for younger children are also programs provided through CARE. For more information or for a referral to CARE's Student Assistance program please contact our social worker, Mrs. Rinna, or contact CARE at 586-541-CARE.

Your Child's Lifelong Attendance Habits Start Now

Chronic absenteeism is considered a hidden educational crisis in the U.S.

Throughout this first month of school, strive for your child to have perfect attendance (unless, of course, your child falls ill).

Although some children experience anxiety around coming to school, especially in the early weeks of the school year, it is important to keep bringing them, each and every day -- because it WILL become easier for them! Succumbing to that anxiety lays the groundwork for your child to become chronically absent. If your child is nervous about coming to school and is giving you a "run for your money" in the mornings this month, don't hesitate to give us a call and we can try to help.

Children with good attendance (9 or fewer days absent per year) typically:

*Maintain quality friendships

*Are less anxious about school

*Are more confident

*Are higher achieving

*GRADUATE!

*Experience success in the work force and in LIFE!

Remember, all absences count toward chronic absenteeism, even if you call the attendance line or provide documentation.

In Fraser, we continue to work hard to decrease chronic absenteeism -- which in turn benefits ALL students!

School picture day is scheduled for Tuesday, September 17th. All students will be photographed. Families wishing to order pictures in advance may do so by visiting the website and using the information below. Picture retakes will occur on November 4th.

MyLifeTouch Website

School Name: Mark Twain Elementary School

Picture Day Date: Tuesday, September 17

Picture Day ID: EVTNQGGWQ

As a parent of a Mark Twain Elementary student, you are a valued member of the Mark Twain Parent Club. Our official Facebook group is here: Mark Twain Parent Club. Please help us build the group by sharing with other Twain families and adding them to the group.

Contact MTPC: mtparentclub@gmail.com

We welcome the 24-25 MTPC Executive Board:

• President: Yolanda Perkins
• Vice President: Bethany Haley
• Treasurer: Megan Arnone
• Secretary: Amanda McDunnah

This year we will be utilizing a new online platform for our Walk-A-Thon. Information will be sent out the first week of September.

• 9/2 - No School - Labor Day
• 9/3 - School Resumes
• 9/9 - MTPC Meeting @ 6:30
• 9/11 - Early Release Day (1:30 Dismissal)
• 9/16 - MTPC Skating Party
• 9/17 - Picture Day
• 9/20 - Fraser Tailgate
• 9/27 - MTPC Walk-A-Thon @ 2:00
• 9/27 - Homecoming Parade & Football Game
  
• 10/2 - Count Day
• 11/4 - Picture Re-Take Day

Access the full District Calendar HERE at any time!

Please do not plan to drop off "hot lunches" for your child at lunch time. This includes parents/family members dropping off fast food and/or Door Dashing food for their children. It is logistically challenging to ensure that your child receives the food delivery on time and often results in students spending much of their lunch period awaiting a delivery.

The State of Michigan will provide a free breakfast and lunch for all students who want them throughout the 2024-2025 school year. Although not required, we do ask that families complete the Education Benefit Form located HERE. By doing so you help ensure the school receives additional funding.

Breakfast & Lunch menus may be found HERE.