
Addams Family Newsletter
Addams Elementary

February 3 , 2025
IMPORTANT DATES
Late Starts: (2024-25 School Calendar)
February 5, 26
February 5: Report cards live on MiStar
February 6: 1st Grade Concert
February 14 - 18: Mid-Winter Break
Professional Learning Morning
Our professional learning morning for staff will take place again this Wednesday, February 5. This means that it is a late start for students. The first bell will ring at 9:20 a.m. with classes starting at 9:25 a.m.
Report Cards Update
Due to our most recent school closures, Report Cards will now be available to view online starting Wednesday, February 5, at 2:00 p.m. through Parent Portal on the Royal Oak Schools website. There is a Report Card tab on the left side of the screen that you need to click to access your child's Report Card. If you have any questions or need help accessing your child's report card, please contact the Oakland Schools Help Desk at 248-209-2060.
1st Grade Vocal Music Concert
Our 1st Graders will be presenting their music concert on Thursday, February 6, at 7:00 p.m. in our Gym. Please come and enjoy this musical event. All are welcome to attend!
Royal Oak is proud to be a watch site for the 2025 African American Read-In. Oakland Schools will host author Jacqueline Woodson as our guest for this year's read-in (virtually). She's the award-winning author/illustrator of numerous critically acclaimed books for children. The first 500 Oakland County households who register will receive a copy of one of Jacqueline Woodson's books.
See flyer below for more information and use the link or QR code within to register.
Kindergarten Enrollment for Royal Oak Residents
Royal Oak Schools is pleased to welcome children and their families to kindergarten. Kindergarten enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year begins on Monday, February 3, 2025. District-wide enrollment for all kindergarten programs, including Developmental Kindergarten, is processed through our Central Enrollment Office.
All enrollments into Royal Oak Schools are done online. Documents uploaded should be in PDF format and legibly. We may require in person documentation if the proofs uploaded online are not clear.
Please make sure to mark your calendar for Kindergarten Information Night on January 30, 2025, which will be in person at each elementary building, from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Kindergarten Age Requirements
A resident child must be five (5) years of age on or before September 1st in order to be eligible to attend kindergarten.
If a child is not five (5) years of age by the September 1st enrollment eligibility date, but will be five (5) years of age no later than December 1st, the parent/guardian may still enroll the child in kindergarten. The parent must notify the school district, in writing, prior to the beginning of the school year. Notification, by way of a completed Kindergarten Age Waiver, must be received in order for a child born between September 1 and December 1 to be enrolled in kindergarten.
If you need assistance navigating the online process or do not have a home computer, please call Theresa Baughman at 248-435-8400 x 1260. Appointments are highly recommended if you'd like to enroll in person.
Documents Specific to Kinder Enrollment:
Vision, Hearing and Dental Screening for Kindergarten Entry
- Vision & Hearing Screening Flyer
- OCHD Vision Screening Website
- OCHD Hearing Screening Website
- OCHD Kindergarten Oral Health Assessment Flyer
- Kindergarten Oral Health Assessment
More information regarding Kindergarten Eligibility can be found on the following sites:
Developmental Kindergarten Information
- What is Developmental Kindergarten?
The program allows students additional time to physically and emotionally develop in a safe and secure environment before attending kindergarten. Students experience similar opportunities as other kindergarten students, but are taught at a pace and intensity dependent on individual readiness. Developmental Kindergarten students will be taught by a certified teacher endorsed in early childhood, and they will participate in many activities around language & literacy, math, science, social studies, technology & computers, social experiences, and dramatic play. Students also attend traditional specials classes, including physical education, Spanish, art, and music. - How do I know if it is right for my child?
There is no single definition or assessment to determine placement. Most students will attend traditional kindergarten. Parents who are already considering another option before kindergarten are most likely to consider Developmental Kindergarten. Any parent who indicates that they are interested in Developmental Kindergarten at the time of enrollment will be contacted by the principal of the school in their attendance area. - What is the typical class size in Developmental Kindergarten?
The exact size and number of classes will be determined after enrollment, taking into consideration school space availability. - Where and when is this program?
Developmental Kindergarten is being offered at all the elementary schools. Students will attend a full day, beginning at 8:25 a.m. and ending at 3:30 p.m. - In what grade will my child be enrolled after he/she completes Developmental Kindergarten?
Students who complete Developmental Kindergarten are expected to attend kindergarten the following year.
WINTER BLAST MEANS FREE FAMILY FUN ALL WEEKEND!
Embrace winter with the fun for the family from the enhanced Medieval Village featuring animate dragons and Knights on horseback, spectacular Ice Sculptures, a 300-foot zipline, 17 food trucks, live music, heated tents, and more. It’s also the one weekend you can skate for free at The Rink At Royal Oak, plus live music in heated tents, marshmallow roasting, and so much family fun. ADMISSION TO THE FESTIVAL IS FREE, and Parking is $5 or less.
For all the details and schedule of events, go to winterblast.com
Curriculum News
Book of the Month - February
Trombone Shorty
Author: Troy Andrews
Illustrator: Bryan Collier
Focus: Black history month, community pride
This picture-book autobiography follows the rise of a young trombone player in New Orleans and describes the support and encouragement he receives from friends and family.
ELD Newsletter
Please check out the January edition of the English Language Development (ELD) newsletter. The ELD department serves the multilingual student population in Royal Oak. Inside you will find updates from ELD staff, information about upcoming events, and a recap of ELD students' accomplishments and activities in the month of December.
Media Center Newsletter
Link for the newsletter is below!
In the Art Studio with Mrs. Maria
Please see Mrs. Maria Elliot's Newsletter before. She provides art for our ASD, Developmental Kindergarten, and Ms. Parker's class!
Mr. Woodward Art Room Updates
Click the link to learn more about Mr. Woodward's Art Class.
Vocal Music with Mr. Watson
PE- Newsletter
Please click the link for Mrs. Glowacki's Newsletter.
Spanish Newsletter
Please use the following link to learn more about what is happening in Mrs. O'Dell's Spanish class!
Important Addams Information
Traffic & Parking Lot Reminders
It is requested that all adults arriving and departing from the school be particularly cautious and mindful of the children and adult pedestrians in the vicinity of the school.
Students should enter and exit on the passenger side of the vehicle only.
Important Message about Student Drop-off
February Lunch Menu
Blessings in a Backpack
“Blessings in a Backpack” 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.. 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.
Dispensing Medication Form
If your child needs to take medication throughout the school day, please fill out the following form and return it to the main office. Thank you!
Media Center Policy
PTA Sweetheart Dance
Sweetheart Dance tickets are now available! In order to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for guests, the dance will have a capacity limit this year. Tickets may sell out. Be sure to purchase your ticket in advance to guarantee your spot!
Link to purchase tickets: https://app.givebacks.gives/snowball2025
Link to volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0C4AA8A72FA46-54672734-sweetheart#/
Royal Oak St. Patrick's Day Parade
Addams PTA will be participating in the Royal Oak St. Patrick's Day parade on March 15th. Anyone who attends Addams can join our group! We are hoping to have a good sized group of Addams families to participate!
PTA Lunch Buddy Program
Please click the link below for opportunities to volunteer during lunch and recess. The Lunch Buddy program is an awesome way to support your child and all of the students of Addams!
Addams PTA Jedi Team
The Justice, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion committee is inviting YOU to join us in our mission to have students feel seen, supported, empowered, and valued while cultivating a community that looks out for others. Meetings are held virtually every other month (starting October) after the general PTA meeting. Register at addamspta.com for meeting link. We hope to see you there!
CALENDAR FOR THIS SCHOOL YEAR
Tim Boyer
Email: Timothy.boyer@royaloakschools.org
Location: 2222 West Webster Road, Royal Oak, MI, United States
Phone: 248-288-3100