The Palms Post
May 3, 2024
Memo from the Principal
UPDATED May 3, 2024
Happy Friday, everyone.
I would just like to take this opportunity to say "THANK YOU" to our amazing teachers at Palms Elementary. This next week will be Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6-10) and it gives everyone an opportunity to thank our teachers for the great work they do day in and day out. Their countless hours of work, their empathy they consistently show our kids, and the commitment they all have to our students, parents and community is a huge factor in what makes Palms Elementary one of the very best schools around. So, whether it's some snacks, some food, a gift card, a book, a flower, a hand written note, an email, or simply just saying, "Thank you and I appreciate you." Let's thank our teachers this week for all that they do and show them how much we appreciate them! They deserve it, and much more! We are blessed because ECSD and Palms teachers seriously ROCK!!!
Parents, please take a look at the Happenings/Events below. If there are any questions, feel free to call our office at 810-676-1351 or email Mrs. Glasgow at lglasgow@ecsd.us.
Thanks so much! #Believe
Mr. Mike Domagalski
Principal, Palms Elementary
Happenings at Palms - May/June
Monday, May 6-Friday, May 10
- Teacher Appreciation Week
- Early Release - dismissal @2:09pm
- Popcorn Day - free to all students
- 5th Grade Group Picture
- PTO Meeting @4:30pm
- ECSD Board Meeting @6:00pm
- Early Release - dismissal @2:09pm
- No School - Memorial Day
- Field Day
- Palms T-shirt Day
- Rain Date for Field Day
Tuesday, June 4
- 2nd Grade Field Trip
- 6th Grade Orientation at MCMS for 5th grade only (9am-11am)
Thursday, June 6
- 3rd Grade Field Trip
Friday, June 7
- 4th Grade Field Trip
Monday, June 10
- Kindergarten Field Trip
- 1st Grade Field Trip
- 5th Grade Celebration (1:45-3:30pm)
Tuesday, June 11
- 1/2 Day of School (dismissal @12:08pm)
- Kindergarten Celebration (11:00am in Cafeteria)
Wednesday, June 12
- 1/2 Day of School (dismissal @12:08pm)
- LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
Classroom Consideration Form: For 2024/25
Dear Parents/Guardians,
As each school staff plans for our fall student placement, we carefully consider each child’s unique educational needs. Parents may have thoughts on how those needs may be met for classroom placement. The linked form below may be used to provide input to the building decision-making process.
All information submitted through the following, linked Google Form will be sent directly to the building Principal, and to your email that you provide within the Google Form. In addition, information for placement consideration must be specific, completed in full through this Google Form, and received by Monday, May 13, 2024. An incomplete form, a request for a specific teacher, or forms received after Monday, May 13, 2024, will not be considered.
Completing this form is optional, but if any parent is interested, please CLICK HERE to access & complete the form or click the button after this article.
Thank you,
Mr. Mike Domagalski
Palms Elementary, Principal
April Student Of the Month
The theme for April's Student Of the Month was Purpose and Fairness.
- You have beliefs about your life’s purpose.
- You want to be part of something important.
- You believe that everyone is important.
- You keep an open mind and treat everyone with respect.
Eli Salisbury
Grace Gurdziel
Grace is Ms. Minano's Student Of the Month for April. Grace has shown her kindness throughout the school year. During play, Grace is the one to make sure that everyone is included and playing fair. She works hard everyday to do her very best in all she does! Keep it up, Grace!
Aubrey Field
Aubrey is Mrs. Schindler's Student Of the Month for April. Aubrey is such a kind and fair friend. She loves being creative, and following rules. She seems to set goals for all lessons, and achieve them with determination. Keep up the great work, Aubrey!
Aiden Magri
Aiden is Mrs. Beauvais' Student Of the Month for April. Aiden is a joy to have in class. He is a supportive friend and treats others with respect. He often speaks up to make sure things are fair for his classmates. Aiden has a great sense of purpose when it comes to learning. He is determined and tries hard to do his best. Congratulations, Aiden! Keep up the great work!
Joseph Pretzer
Joseph is Ms. Reed's Student Of the Month for April. Joseph is a problem solver in the classroom. He is great at solving conflict in a fair and positive way. Joseph has a positive energy that is contagious in the classroom. He encourages others to do their best and is committed 100% to becoming a better student each and every day! Way to go, Joseph!
Zoey Evanko
Zoey is Mrs. Schneider's Student Of the Month for April. Zoey has such a big heart! She is always thinking and caring about others in the class! Way to go, Zoey!
Paxton Lindow
James Pretzer
James is Mrs. Brown's Student Of the Month for April. James is an all around great kid. He is always fair and will include anyone. You can depend on him to choose what is fair and right. Way to go, James!
Finley Carpenter
Finley is Mrs. Molesworth's Student Of the Month for April. Finley is a great example of fairness and purpose. She comes to school everyday to learn and is fully focused on this purpose. She also is respectful and kind to everyone. Great job, Finley!
Brody Field
Brody is Mrs. Flasher's Student Of the Month for April. Brody comes to school everyday with purpose, ready to learn. He is fair, kind and honest. Mrs. Flasher says, "He greets me every single morning with an upbeat attitude." Keep it up, Brody!
Autumn Flasher
Autumn is Mrs. Mychek's Student Of the Month for April. Autumn is a good friend and classmate. She likes to be competitive, but follows the rules and is always fair. She treats adults and fellow classmates with respect and shows kindness to others on a daily basis. We are proud to recognize her as our 4th grade student of the month. Congratulations, Autumn!
Angelo Taravella
Angelo is Mrs. Militello's Student Of the Month for April. Angelo is a very organized student who sets goals for himself and works hard to achieve them. He participates in many extra curricular activities and enjoys entertaining others. Way to go, Angelo!
Dominic D'Alessio
Dominic is Mrs. Versteegden's Student Of the Month for April. Dominic is a terrific student! He shows respect to those around him and treats everyone fairly! rs. Versteegden says, "We are lucky to have him in our classroom this year!" Congratulations, Dominic!
Palms Positive Polar Pride Winners: April 29-May 3
Congratulations to our amazing Palms Polar Pride winners for the past week! Students were acknowledged by the Principal, Mr. Domagalski, had their picture taken, and given a small gift!
We have great kids!!! #PalmsRocks!
Mrs. Mychek's Earth Day Extension Project
Mrs. Mychek's 4th graders are growing pea and bean plants as an Earth Day extension project. They are learning about the life cycle of a bean from the dormant stage to the flowering stage. The students are hopeful that the plants will provide a healthy side dish for dinner one night:)
ECSD Needs You!
If so, we think you would make a great substitute lunch aide and/or
paraprofessional in our District. If you agree, please speak with your child’s building principal or check out the East China School District’s employment page at www.eastchinaschools.org/page/humanresources.
Enrolling now for GSRP
Parents/Guardians,
NOW ENROLLING! Please see the attached information regarding the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) for the school year 2024-25. Children must be 4 years old by September 1 of the current school year. Apply online at SCCRESA.org or snap the QR Code.
Any questions, call 810-676-1010.
Birthdays At Palms
- RECOGNITION: When a student has a birthday, they will be recognized during the morning announcements and given a birthday treat.
- TREATS/GIFTS: If parents would like to send in a birthday treat, we ask that the treat be pre-packaged, individual-packaged, and nut-free. Classroom supplies would be a great treat for the class as these are recommended as opposed to a food treat.
- TEACHERS: Parents should communicate with their child's teacher a week in advance on a birthday and agree on the appropriate treat/gift for the class.
Arrival, Dismissal, Safety & Security
ARRIVAL PROCEDURES
- DROPPING OFF: Out of consideration for others, when dropping off students, please pull to the front of the drop–off area and keep the line of traffic moving.
- Please have your child on the RIGHT SIDE of the car when dropping off. This makes it easier and quicker.
- When students are dropped off they are to line up and enter the building at the south entrance, door #1.
- Mrs. Woodhouse’s Young 5’s students will line up outside the door to Mrs. Woodhouse’s room, door #1A.
- The office staff will sign-in the students if they are not here when the bell rings. Building entrance bell rings at 8:40 a.m.
- Classes begin daily at 8:45 a.m. and dismiss at 3:39 p.m. Students should not arrive at school before 8:30 a.m.
- Latchkey is available to parents who need supervision for their children before this time.
DISMISSAL PROCEDURES
- PICK-UP: If you are picking your child up from school at dismissal time, grades K-5 will be dismissed out of the doors by the office, door #1. Parents will stay outside of the building during this time. If parents are a few minutes late picking up, students will stay inside the building to wait.
- If your student is leaving early for the day, please send a note with the student to let the office know. If you are picking up your student at the end of the day, they will meet you outside the doors at the south entrance (Door #1).
- The turn-around on the west side of the building (on Palms Rd.) will be for buses and staff parking only.
- Visitor parking will be located in the parking area on the south side of the building.
- As a matter of safety, DO NOT park along the sidewalk. This is a Fire Lane.
- If your child does need to be released from school during the instructional day, please notify the office in writing. Students will be called to the office when you arrive and walked out to you at the door.
*****POLICY TO BE STRICTLY APPLIED*****
For the safety of your child and to avoid confusion, no child will be dismissed after 3:15pm on full days of school, after 11:50am on 1/2 days, or after 1:50pm on PLC days. Please wait outside to greet your child after school as this will ensure a positive and safe dismissal for all children.
Please be sure to check your child’s backpack for notes and homework assignments on a daily basis. We are looking forward to a very productive and exciting school year. Additional information is available in the Student Handbook HERE.
Palms PTO Information
- All meetings happen in the Media Center at Palms Elementary startng at 4:30pm.
- Child Care: The PTO works with the MCHS Student Government & NHS to have high school students available to watch younger children brought to a Palms PTO meeting.
- February 22
- March 21
- April 18
- May 16
PTO EMAIL ADDRESS: palmspto@gmail.com
PTO Facebook Page: "Palms Elementary PTO"
President: Kelly Morrison, 586-873-5215, kmorrison1004@gmail.com
Vice-President: Orianne Myres, 810-278-1948, orianne84@gmail.com
Secretary: Robin St. Aubin, 586-822-8861, rstaubin615@gmail.com
Co-Treasurer: Shannon Perry, 313-570-2191, shannonmperry@hotmail.com
Co-Treasurer: Heather D'Alessio, 810-289-2048, heatherdalessio25@hotmail.com
Important Links & Documents for Parents
School Attendance
- If your child is going to be absent, please call the Palms attendance line, 810-676-1366. It is important that your child is present and on time for school each day unless he/she has a fever or is sick.
Palms Elementary LInks & Info
- Palms ECSD Website LINK
- Cafeteria Menus
- Skyward Family Access - LOGIN
- Skyward Family Access - HELP
- Volunteer Application
- Regular School Day: 8:45am-3:39pm
- PLC Wednesdays: 8:45am-2:09pm
- Half Days of School: 8:45am-12:08pm
- Office Hours: 8:00am-4:00pm
East China School District LInks & Info
- DISTRICT CALENDAR LINK
- ECSD Webpage
- Early Childhood & Daycare
- ECSD Employment Opportunities
- Latchky Information
- East China Educational Foundation
- ECSD Calendar of Events
Please call the office at 810-676-1351 for any questions.
Emergency Information
Emergency Information
Emergency Information
Palms Information
Email: lglasgow@ecsd.us
Website: https://eastchinaschools.org/schools/palms-elementary/
Location: 6101 Palms Road, Ira Township, MI, USA
Phone: (810) 676-1350