The Gator Gazette

We, the students, staff, and families of Thornton Creek share the responsibility of creating a safe and positive environment that promotes self-esteem, mutual respect, and optimum student learning.

Our Mission Statement is supported by the following Belief Statements:

• Learning takes place at different rates and at different times

• In utilizing multiple learning strategies

• A positive climate fosters risk-taking

• The application of problem-solving skills, higher-order thinking skills, and technology skills are critical to success in the 21st century

• In facilitating avenues for self-expression and celebrating creativity

• In encouraging students to reach their maximum potential for attaining knowledge

In Northville Public Schools, diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to opening a World of Possibilities for and with every student. We commit to developing a community that fosters a sense of belonging, respect, and access for all in order for students across race, ethnicity, socioeconomic factors, abilities, and identities to reach their maximum potential.

Earlier this week, our second grade team of teachers presented (along with several students) to our PTA and families about how they have begun incorporating SNORKL into their lessons. Although our second grade team is just beginning, the positive impact is already being felt.

Once again, our annual Festival of Cultures brought students, families, and community together. This beautiful tradition with our 4th graders embodies so much of what we are all about at Thornton Creek and embraces the notion that we truly are more alike than we are different.

Job well done to all our students, teachers, and families...including grandparents and all extended family members :)

Throughout the course of a school year, there are many individuals and teams of people that help to make each day run smoothly.

One such group is our wonderful and dependable lunch and recess monitors. This TEAM of parents partners with us each week to ensure our students are taken care of while in our cafeteria and also while playing outside with friends...no matter if the sun is shining or if the wind is whipping the snow around in the bitter cold.

Thank you to this amazing team of family members as our school functions at a higher level due in part to your commitment to student safety and well-being.

With the devastating wildfires in California, our TC Gators have come together and would like to provide as much support as we can to those impacted.

Please take a moment to look over the 2 items below and, if you are able, make a donation that will go to provide relief and support to the California Firefighters and/or others who need our help.

Thank you for considering,

Your TC Student Lighthouse Team

We are once again partnering with the high school, specifically with a student named Rithisha, to collect books for students in need. Please see the information below for more details and feel free to also communicate this in your classroom newsletters:

From January 13th to March 3rd, we will be hosting a book drive to benefit Birdie’s Book Mobile, a program dedicated to providing books to children and families in need in Detroit. We are collecting new and gently used books for K-12 readers. Books such as picture, early chapter, middle-grade, and YA books are accepted. Please note that we cannot accept textbooks, adult books, or encyclopedias. Donation bins will be located inside the school.

Let’s come together as a school community to make a difference, one book at a time!

Be in the know – learn more about what is happening in your child’s school and district
Tap into a network – meet school and district staff as well as fellow parents and connect with valuable resources
Be part of the solution – have a voice and help make positive changes in your child’s school

Next Meeting dates are:

3/11 @ 9 AM - Grade 3 Presents!

4/8 @ 9 AM - Grade 1 Presents!

5/13 @ 9 AM

Join TC PTA Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/groups/920347345361627

Get ready to shine and support the Northville Educational Foundation at our biggest

fundraiser of the year! Join us on March 1, 2025, from 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM at Northville

Square Mall, 133 West Main Street, Northville, MI 48167, for a night filled with energy,

entertainment, and impact.

Enjoy live music from the Killer Flamingos, dancing, exciting auctions, raffle prizes, heavy hors

d’oeuvres catered by NOMI, an open bar, and exclusive seating—all while dressed in your best

Sneaker Chic with a Glow Twist (think stylish meets sporty with bold colors, metallics, or glow

accents paired with your favorite sneakers).

NEF serves all students and all buildings across the district. Money raised from this event will

help support NEF Grants, the Cooke School Music Therapy Program, Northville Parent

Camp, the Northville STEAM Fair, and more.

Tickets are limited—secure yours now! For more information, sponsorship opportunities, and

to purchase tickets, visit: Night for Northville.

Spread some joy with the Northville Educational Foundation’s Super Sub Program, proudly

sponsored by the Michigan Educational Credit Union!

Here’s how it works: Purchase tickets to enter a staff member into the Super Sub Drawing and

write a heartfelt thank-you message to celebrate their impact. Winners will enjoy a half day off

while leaders from Central Office step in to fill their role. The next drawing is on February 1st,

so be sure to include the recipient's first and last name, building, and your personalized

message for their Thank A Staff certificate. To purchase your ticket, visit: Super Sub Ticket

Purchase For questions, contact mitchellka@northvilleschools.org.

It’s never too soon to start building savings habits, and there’s no better way to do it than by building real savings at the same time. We want to help your student start their journey, so we’re pitching in $20 for every kindergarten and 5th grade student in the Northville School District! The best part? All it takes is a savings account at Community Financial!

Why we’re kickstarting savings

We’re big on saving money, and we know that it works best when it’s a life-long skill. We’ve been helping students practice their savings for decades through our in-school programs, and we want to continue growing those good habits in our communities!

How you can get started

All you need to do is open your student’s no-fee, totally free Community Financial Savings Account through the link below by May 31. After that, we’ll make sure the $20 kickstarter deposit ends up in their account within two weeks!

Open your account now!

How the savings habits build

Keep the momentum going by participating in our Student-Run Credit Union! This optional, extra-fun program offers students the chance to learn about saving money by doing it for real while at school! Each month they’ll have the opportunity to make deposits into their account while learning about finances from Community Financial team members!

...please CLICK HERE!

Website: https://thorntoncreek.northvilleschools.org/
Location: 46180 West 9 Mile Road, Novi, MI, USA
Phone: 248-465-2350
Twitter: @CreekGators