Deerfield Digest

david.goetz@avondaleschools.org or

victoria.sheldon@avondaleschools.org

Julianne.Splain@avondaleschools.org

Website: http://www.avondaleschools.org/
Location: 3600 Crooks Road, Rochester Hills, MI, USA
Phone: (248) 537-6700

Attendance Line: (248) 537-6710

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeerfieldFalcons/

Dear Families of Deerfield,

Happy Halloween Deerfield! Our parade and classroom parties were a blast today! It was so much fun seeing all of our students dressed up in their costumes. Thank you to all of our volunteers who came in for our classroom parties, and all those who came to watch out parade. Keep an eye on our Deerfield Facebook page for photos! Thank you to everyone who donated snacks, time, or items to make our parties such a success.

Our Fall picture retake day is coming up soon, on Thursday, November 7th! You can find more information below.

I hope everyone enjoys their Fall break, and Trick-or-Treating. I cannot wait to hear all about the Halloween fun when we return on Wednesday, November 6th.

Have a great weekend,

Mr. Goetz

November 1-5 - No School - Fall Break

November 5 - Classic Lanes Bowling Family Fun Day

November 7 - Picture Retake Day

November 7 & 13 - Parent Teacher Conferences

November 7 through 14th - Book Fair 8:20-4:00

• Open during conferences on 11/7

November 14 - PTO Meeting

November 25-29 - No School (Thanksgiving Break)

Just a reminder to all who are using the drop off and pickup lanes in the morning or the afternoon: Please stay off your phone while you are in Deerfield's parking lot. Safety is of the utmost importance with all that happens at these times so please be aware of all of your surroundings, go slowly and stay off your phones!

If your student has borrowed clothing from the office for any reason, please wash the clothing and return it to the office. We use these clothes multiple times throughout the year and need them to be returned!

We looking for donations of pants only size 5-8. If you have any you would like to donate please bring them to the office.

Text the word "Yes" to 67587 if you would like to receive text notifications from Deerfield Elementary. This will be a quick and easy way to receive notifications of important dates, information, and links.

To view the school menus please go to: https://avondale.nutrislice.com/menu/deerfield

Please use the link above to find the lunch choices for Wednesday - Friday next week!

Due to the middle school parent teacher conferences, we need to move the November PTO meeting to Thursday, November 14th at 7:00. We hope to see you there!

Lately, many students come to PE wearing “Crocs.” These are not appropriate footwear for

PE activities, so here is a reminder...

The most important thing our friends need for PE class are comfortable athletic shoes.

Please make sure your child has athletic shoes that are closed heel and toe with non-

marking soles and that they are comfortable and securely tied. Students who come to PE

class without the proper footwear will have two options, one would be to borrow gym shoes

from Mr. Stabnick and if they do not want to borrow, they will be asked to sit out and not

participate for the day. Crocs, open heel or toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, dress shoes, and

even boots do not have the proper foot and ankle support needed for most, if not all

activities in PE. I want all students actively participating in PE class as this is a big part of

their grade, so please make sure they have their “gym shoes.” All students are

recommended to wear comfortable clothes on PE days as well.

Individually customized order forms will be sent home with students Friday, November 8th!

Please see PE Mental Health article about childhood fitness being linked to lower stress and depression in teen years

Are you looking for something fun to do with your family and friends when there is no school on Tuesday, November 5th? Head to Classic Lanes (located at 2145 Avon Industrial Dr. in Rochester Hills) for some bowling fun! For $10 per person, you get 2 hours of bowling and shoe rental! The bowling timeframe is from 12:00-5:00. We need to be done by 5:00 because they need to prepare for the leagues for that night (see the attached flyer for more details). This is a great opportunity for you to set up a playdate with some of your student's classmates/friends. Looking forward to seeing our Deerfield Falcons on the lanes!

We are in need to extra help during our lunch time at Deerfield! Our lunch time aids help the students both in the lunch room and supervise at recess!

Monday-Friday 10:45-1:45 on full days of school

If you are interested, please apply at the link below:

https://www.applitrack.com/oaklandschools/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=46151&category=Non%2DCertified+Student+Support+Services&subcategory=Lunch+Aids

Friday mornings from 8:10-8:40, the office would love volunteers to sell/pass out bagels. You don't have to volunteer every Friday; just pick which one(s) works for you. Please use the link below to sign up. Thank you in advance for your help!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0549A5AF2AA6FC1-51038851-bagel/143002016#/

Mrs. Kowalski is excited to welcome volunteers to the Deerfield library this school year! The students always get excited to see their parent/guardian or their friend's parent/guardian helping out.

Prior to volunteering, you must complete the Avondale School District volunteer form. It needs to be returned with a copy of your driver's license to Victoria Sheldon or Julianne Splain in the main office.

To volunteer, please visit the Signup Genius at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080549A4AC22AB9-51298823-library#/

You may sign up for any spots that fit your schedule, and are not limited to only your student's class.

Thank you for sharing your time and energy with our Deerfield Falcons in the library!

The Avondale Theatre Company presents The Hobbit based on the story by J.R.R. Tolkien written by Patricia Gray

Tickets available at: avondaletheatrecompany.ludus.com

For more information click here

https://parentguidance.org/

Parent E-Safety Resource

https://nationalonlinesafety.com/guides