The Gator Gazette

This week was a BIG one for our Gators as we had our on-site Leader in Me recertification review. Although we won't receive our results immediately, I couldn't be more proud of our Thornton Creek community for the efforts that not only went into the on-site visit, but more importantly, how our students, staff, and families come together day in and day out for one another.

Stay tuned for updates on our recertification and for additional pictures (like the one above) of our students and staff highlighting all the spectacular that IS Thornton Creek!

Together, Everyone (truly) Achieves More!!

Special thanks to our Parent Lighthouse Team for their support in setting things up, taking them down, and for meeting with our reviewer to share all the ways this group is positively impacting Thornton Creek through their leadership.

We continue to make strides and grow as a building. The evolution and sustaining of our Parent Lighthouse Team is a big part of that growth!

ABCD Awards - Do you know a staff member at Thornton Creek that has gone Above and Beyond the Call of Duty? Someone who has made your child's day better? Someone you would like to be recognized for the care and attention that provide day in and day out?

If so, now is your chance to let it be known for the whole district to hear! Nominate any staff member today for this award!

To nominate a TC staff member, use this link --> https://www.northvilleschools.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=350915&type=d&pREC_ID=2080986&fbclid=IwY2xjawGYqhVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHZnT6v1T45ywFtFTSEM8L-ZxQ3ybXT-eS7L2fIKjc07ZmWe-7AIDs8cN0g_aem_4BSCXADQuo0a_X5FIh8dPg

We recently drew the winners for this year's Teacher Feature Raffle. The winners and prizes are all viewable through the "LIVE" drawing by clicking on the button below this section.

If you follow the link to see the video, you will see the first video is still the 6 mins but right underneath is part 2 and then after that one there is a part 3. So it's all there just in 3 parts.

Staff will be reaching out over the next few weeks to begin setting up dates/times for those who won.

Each year, our PTA organizes a thoughtful and easy way to thank our staff through GiftCrowd. For more information about GiftCrowd and for a link to contribute, please see below:

https://app.giftcrowd.com/app/join-event/kOk2mrgacI

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:

1/14 @ 6 PM - Grade 4 Presents!

2/11@ 9AM - Grade 2 Presents!

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

Tickets: https://northvilleschools.revtrak.net/high-school/nhs-cancer-kids-first/#/v/2024-snowflakes-of-hope-event

Donations/Sponsorship: https://northvilleschools.revtrak.net/high-school/nhs-cancer-kids-first/#/v/2024-snowflakes-of-hope-sponsorship

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are excited to invite you to an informational session regarding the upcoming ALPS (Alternative Learning Program) location plan for the Fall of 2025. This meeting will specifically focus on providing information about the current location of the ALPS program and the committee's decision to maintain the existing model with 3rd grade at Silver Springs and 4th and 5th grade at Amerman. Please note that this session is not intended to cover general information about the program itself. For more details on ALPS, we encourage you to visit our website.

During this session, members of the Planning Committee will share important insights into the decision-making process and the rationale behind the location plan. To ensure your participation, please submit this RSVP Form to save your spot.

Event Details:

• Date: 12/12/24

• Time: 5:30-6:30pm

• Location:Silver Springs Media Center

Sincerely,

Ms. Katie Booth, Principal of Silver Springs, Ms. Devon Caudill, Principal of Amerman, Ms. Sarah Hanes, District Literacy Coordinator, & Dr. Sandra Brock, Director of Instructional Programs

This year, all students receive free meals through the Michigan School Meals Program, which supplements the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs. However, it is still essential that families who qualify or believe they may qualify for free or reduced-price meals submit the Education Benefits Form. This step ensures that our students and district receive the maximum available benefits.

By submitting a free and reduced meal application, eligible families may also gain access to additional valuable benefits, such as:

• Discounts on fees for athletics and activities
• Reduced fees for SAT, ACT, and AP tests
• College application fee discounts
• Discounted internet access services
• Federal, state, and local funding that supports school budgets
• Summer EBT benefits for additional food support

Even though meals are free this year, submitting this application helps support both your student and our district.

Qualifying families are encouraged to fill out the Education Benefits Form.

If you have any questions about the Michigan School Meals Program or completing the application, please contact our Food Service department at (248) 344-3690.

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