
Minges Brook Elementary
October 25, 2024
Mrs. Giddings Good News to Home:
It was another great week here at Minges Brook! Such amazing things are happening and the building is full of engaged, happy learners! Supporting emotional regulation is one highlight of the work that we are doing as a school family. We have many Regulation Reset Stations for students and staff to use.
When we are regulated and feeling calm, we show up as our best selves and can engage in learning with settled brains and bodies. One of our favorite places to find peace and calm is our Tent Station. Click HERE to view a short video that explains this station. Please ask your child(ren) what their favorite reset is and discuss with them the times they need to use a reset.
As always, please reach out with wonderings and for support. Take Care!
Renee Giddings, Resilience Coach
(269) 565-4513
Every Monday, students are dismissed at 2:55.
This is to allow time for additional teacher collaboration and planning.
It's Scholastic Book Fair Time!
From October 28th to November 1st, our Scholastic Book Fair will be open during the school day for students. On October 30th, parents are invited to join the fun, with extended hours until 4:30 PM.
Come explore the limitless possibilities with your children and discover a world of books! Every purchase helps support our school, making a difference in the education and experiences of our students.
Don’t forget to set up your student’s eWallet account for cashless, stress-free shopping. Friends and family can even contribute funds! Set one up here: Scholastic eWallet for Minges Brook Elementary.
Volunteers needed! If you’re interested in helping make this event a success, please sign up here: Volunteer Sign-Up. Your support is greatly appreciated!
We look forward to seeing you there!
Help support Minges Brook's PTA with Spirit Wear!
We currently have a lot of awesome things happening at Minges Brook! Here is another opportunity to help support our wonderful PTA and get some cool gear!
We are selling Minges Brook and Lakeview Spartans Spirit Wear! Click on the link below to order. Orders are due online by 11:59 PM on Tuesday, Nov. 5th.
These items would make great Christmas gifts!!
Thank you for supporting our Minges Brook PTA!!
To order, scan the QR code or go to https://mingesbrookspiritwear.itemorder.com/
Kids Heart Challenge
Hello, Heart Heroes! Are you ready?! Kids Heart Challenge is here!! We have some exciting things planned this year to get us moving, helping others, and having fun. Get a head start by signing up today and becoming a lifesaver. Visit our school page or download the Kids Heart Challenge app!
October 31 - Happy Halloween!!
November 15 - Half day, dismissal is 11:50 a.m.
November 25 - 29 - No school, Thanksgiving Break
Pumpkin patch created by our 1st graders
Black cats from our ASD/ELR classes plus Tim Burton inspired self portraits
Kindergarten torn paper pumpkin patches
2nd graders created ghosts made by blowing through straws
Colorful bat sun-catchers by our Kindergarteners
Yayoi Kusama inspired plaster pumpkins
Popcorn Friday Schedule
Popcorn Fridays are back again this year! We are looking for volunteers to help pop and bag the popcorn one Friday each month. If you are interested in helping, please click the link below!
The popcorn dates his year will be:
Nov. 8
Dec. 6
Jan. 24
Feb. 21
Mar. 14,
Apr. 18
May 16
ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL PROCEDURES
The arrival and dismissal procedures are very important in keeping students safe. Please see below for a detailed description:
Arrival:
Students get dropped off by vehicle on Lincoln Hill, right before the driveway to the parking lot. Staff will be there to open car doors and let students out. Please do not get out of the car to assist them. Please drive up to where staff are so the lane does not get too congested.
The parking lot will be blocked off from 8:00-8:25. No one can get in or out of the lot between those times, Minges Brook staff included. The reason being is it causes a safety issue for walkers crossing the lot. Please plan accordingly.
- School doors will open at 8:15
- Students will exit their vehicles and enter the building through the main entrance
- Students will walk directly to their classroom with all of their belongings
- It is very important that students are not dropped off prior to 8:15 as there is limited staff available to supervise before then
Dismissal:
- Students exit the building at 3:25.
- Each teacher has a designated meeting spot in the front of the school for students that are picked up. This will be marked with signage.
- You will need to park and walk up to your child's meeting area.
- When the teacher sees you, he/she will release your child to you. It is important that the teachers see all grown ups before releasing the children. We will not release children to any adult sitting in the car, you must walk up.
- Bus riders will be dismissed with their class and will have a designated place to wait in the upper hallway in single file lines until the buses arrive
- If you are exiting from the parking lot after school, please know that you can only turn right during that busy time. When cars turn left into the heavy traffic, it makes it unsafe for all of us.
Please let me know if you have any questions regarding the information above.
Lakeview Student Health Resources
Please click on the information below regarding local organizations that help support student health and wellness.
Calhoun County Public Health Department offering Vision and Hearing Screening
Vision and hearing screening are required for Kindergarten entry.
Please contact the health department at 269-969-6361 if you need assistance with this.
Our PTA Meetings will be held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. We will meet at 6:00 via Zoom. The dates for this school year are:
Nov. 12
Dec. 10
Jan. 14
Feb. 11
Mar. 11
Apr. 8
May 13
District Policy regarding recess
Our weather is constantly changing. Please make sure your student(s) are prepared for outdoor recess daily, according to the weather. Please provide appropriate outerwear.
This may include:
*Spring or possibly winter coats
*Hats
*Scarves
*Mittens/Gloves
*Boots
*Snowpants
All students are expected to go outside for recess except if they have a medical reason from your healthcare provider that is documented in writing.
Students are asked to have a change of clothes in their backpack in case of a spill or accident.
The following is our District Policy regarding recess. This is found online in the Student Handbook.
Because of the variability of temperature and other factors (i.e., sunny day or overcast day), the wind chill index is not the only criterion used to determine whether or not children go outdoors for recess. The children will not go outside for recess when the temperature is zero or below. When the temperature is above zero, elementary school personnel will make the decision whether or not to go outside at recess. All students are expected to go outside for recess and, therefore, need to dress appropriately. If a child is well enough to be in school, unless they have a written statement from a physician, the expectation is that they will participate in outdoor recess.
Please feel free to contact the office with any questions/concerns. 269-565-4500.
Attendance Line 269-565-4501
Please make sure you call the attendance line if your student(s) is absent from school. Please call in for each day they miss.
FERPA Information is available in the Annual Notices link
Comcast offers low cost internet to families that qualify.
Please see on-line application link below.
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Hours of Availability
We are available to serve you every day between the hours of 8:00 and 4:00.
435 Lincoln Hill Drive
Battle Creek, MI 49015
269-565-4500