Eagle Express
Silver Springs Elementary School - December 4, 2023
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Mark Your Calendars
This Week:
December 6 - Chess Wizards
December 6 - 5:30 p.m. Dad's Club Meeting in the MPR
Upcoming Events:
December 13 - Chess Wizards
December 15 - Leadership Day - Wear your new Leadership T-shirt
Follow us on Twitter @sspringselem or by clicking on the following link:
https://twitter.com/sspringselem
Have a great week!
Katie Booth, Principal
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Let's take time to celebrate!
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Schoolwide Attendance Goal
Unfortunately, we did not meet our goal of 95% daily average attendance for 13 out of 17 days in November.
We had 95% or more for our daily average attendance for 10 out of 17 days.
A few noticings:
1. We did NOT meet the goal any Fridays during the month of November.
2. We did NOT meet our goal on any 1/2 days of school.
3. We did NOT meet our goal any of the days of Thanksgiving week.
Look for the Attendance Goal for December in the next edition of the Eagle Express.
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Exciting News...NPS Unveils FREE Young 5's Program for Fall 2024!
Hello Northville!
Get ready for an educational adventure as Northville Public Schools introduces a Young 5's Program, launching in Fall 2024! Geared towards ensuring kindergarten readiness for our little learners, this tuition-free program is designed to boost academic, social, language, and fine motor skills. It will be a five-day-a-week program that serves as a bridge between preschool and typical kindergarten. These classrooms will be for students born between July 1, 2019-December 1, 2019.
Enrollment for our new Young 5's Program will open January 2024. We have posted several helpful documents on our Young 5's website including Frequently Asked Questions, Early Learners Program Comparison, and Kindergarten Readiness.
Please complete our Interest Survey if you would like to receive additional information in the spring and instructions for enrollment.
Highlights:
- Certified Excellence:
Led by our certified NPS teachers, ensuring top-notch education and support. - Zero Cost, All Quality:
The Young 5’s Program is tuition-free, making high-quality education accessible to all. - Enrollment Opens January:
Secure your child's spot starting January for the Fall 2024 school year. Exclusive to NPS residents and employees. - Exciting Locations:
Potential locations include Ridge Wood, Silver Springs, and/or Winchester Elementary Schools. - Full School Day Adventure:
Young 5’s follows the K-12 District Calendar, offering a full school day packed with fun and learning. - Dynamic Curriculum:
From ELA, math, science, and social studies to music, art, PE, library, and STEAM—our curriculum sets the stage for success. - Transportation Options:
Bussing available for eligible students. More details coming soon! - Inclusive Enrollment:
Open to all age-eligible children in the Northville Public School district. - Future-Ready Transition:
Young 5’s graduates seamlessly move on to a full year of traditional kindergarten. - Confirmation by June 30:
Families will receive placement confirmation by June 30, 2024.
Check out the video below to experience our excitement!
Thank you!
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Leadership Day is Coming and We Need Your Help!
Silver Springs will be hosting our annual Leadership Day on Friday, December 15th. We will be providing our guests with a light breakfast and a snack during their visit, and are asking for donations. Please consider volunteering your time and/or signing up for one or more of the following items.
Thank you for helping our "Voices of a New Generation" by donating!
Please click the button below to access the sign-up genius.
We appreciate all your help!
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HOLIDAY COOKIE EXCHANGE FOR SILVER SPRINGS STAFF
The annual Holiday Cookie Exchange for Staff, hosted by the PTA, is Tuesday, December 19th! Our staff LOVES this yearly tradition, and it is made possible by the generous hearts of our Silver Springs families!
We need 25 volunteers. Each volunteer brings 2 dozen baked goods – any type of cookies, brownies, bars, or other single-serving treats are wonderful. Homemade is preferred, but store bought or bakery treats are welcome too!
Please sign up by Friday, December 8th on the Sign Up Genius.
Please note the type of treat you plan to bring in the comment section.
Please provide treats on a covered tray or container and include a label of the type of cookie.
***Please deliver fresh cookies to the Silver Springs office between 8:30am-4:00pm on Monday, December 18th. ***
On December 19th, PTA volunteers will set up a lovely buffet, complete with to-go containers, so that staff may choose their favorites and take home a big selection of treats for the holidays!
Questions? Contact Kathy Chalhoub kathyjsaba@gmail.com or silverspringspta@gmail.com
STAFF FAVORITE THINGS LIST – BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE PTA!
Teachers often say their favorite gift is a handwritten note from the student! However, if you would like to do something more at the holidays, thank them during Teacher Appreciation Week, surprise them with something fun, or just get to know them better, check out the Staff Favorite Things List.
Of course, no obligation! Gifts to teachers are never expected, but any gift is always appreciated. This list is just another way the PTA loves linking families with our amazing staff.
SILVER SPRINGS DIRECTORY
This awesome little book, produced by the PTA, helps to forge friendships and make connections outside of school.
The directory comes in two formats:
1. A print edition – Every Silver Springs household will receive one FREE copy. You do not have to be a PTA member – all families will get one! The print copy of the directory will be sent home with your student during the week of December 18th (if you have more than one student, your oldest child will receive the directory to bring home).
2. An electronic edition – READY NOW FOR PTA MEMBERS!!!! The e-version is in a searchable PDF format and posted on the password-protected PTA member portal. Access to the online version is a perk of PTA membership! To view the directory, visit www.silverspringspta.com, click on the “Directory” button, and log in to Givebacks (formerly Memberhub).
THANK YOU to Charlene Chu, the PTA chairperson of the directory project, and to Mya Struthers for the beautiful cover illustrations.
THANK YOU to our generous local businesses who sponsored ads in the directory and funded 75% of the total cost, offsetting PTA funds.
· Tea Gather
· Master Greg Martin, PKSA Karate-Northville
· Excel Orthodontics, Dr. Paul Hwang
· Lava Grille
· Northville City Car Wash
· Angela Jaafar Real Estate
· Kate DeCavitte, Realtor, The Better Co
· Amaze Travel
· Kiss My Lash
Contact silverspringspta@gmail.com with questions.
STAFF DINNER DURING PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES
THANK YOU to our awesome teachers who put in such long days during parent-teacher conferences! On Wednesday, Silver Springs PTA hosted a delicious dinner from Genitti's to be sure our staff feels fueled and appreciated. Also, on Friday, staff were treated to coffee, popcorn, and snacks. BIG THANKS to Kiss My Lash for the generous donation that sponsored this! And thank you to PTA volunteer Kathy Chalhoub for organizing it!
GIFT CERTIFICATES FOR STAFF
Thank you to Kiss My Lash! This local business has donated gift certificates for spa services to ALL of our incredible Silver Springs staff. On Thursday, PTA volunteers were delighted to distribute the gift cards to teacher mailboxes. We hope staff were excited to find the surprise after a busy week of parent-teacher conferences!
BIRTHDAY LUNCHES - Deadline for January is December 8th
The Birthday Lunch program is a fun way to celebrate your child’s special day and the funds raised from this program directly benefit PTA programs. Win-win!
On your child’s day, you can come and join them for lunch! Some parents choose to bring a special lunch or a treat. You get to sit at the Birthday Lunch table near the MPR, which will be decorated with a festive tablecloth and birthday napkins.
The deadline to book a birthday lunch in the month of December is Friday, December 8th!!!
Book now to get your spot, even if your requested date is later in the year. The schedule fills up fast! Last year, we had 140 birthday lunches over the year!
The easiest way to sign up and donate is online.
Please sign up for this program with at least two weeks advance notice.
Also, if you need to cancel due to illness, etc., please notify Kate Rundell at silverspringspta@gmail.com. Our volunteers arrange their schedule to be there and it’s very frustrating to have a no-show.
NUTS ABOUT SCIENCE
1. Since there’s no school Monday, November 6th, there’s no after school science class either. The make-up date for this class is 11/20/23.
2. Registration for the next session of Nuts About Science opens on November 20!
Crazy Chemistry & Freaky Physics - Are you ready to explore the world of Physics and Chemistry with hands-on experiments? The possibilities are endless – chemistry, test tubes, sound, forces and much more! The best part is…We Make Science FUN!
Who: Students in Grades 1st-5th
When: 3:45-5:00 pm on Mondays; 1/8, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/26, 3/4, 3/11 (No school 1/15 & 2/19. Make-up date is 3/18 if a class is cancelled.)
Where: Silver Springs Elementary Art Room
Tuition: $210 per student; We utilize parents as helpers to keep tuition price low. Parents who register as a helper receive a discounted rate of $170, parent helpers must attend all 8 weeks.
All materials are included.
This event is sponsored by…Silver Springs PTA, $5 per student goes to the PTA as a fundraiser.
Register at: www.nutsaboutscience.com by December 11th.
DAD’S CLUB! NEXT MEET UP: WED. DEC. 6
Calling all Dads’ Club dads, plus any new guys who want to join…. Save the date for Wednesday, December 6th and come for as much as you can:
4:30pm – 5:30pm: Landscaping trimming & clean up around the school grounds.
5:30pm – 6:30pm: Dad’s Club Meeting in MPR.
6:30pm – Gathering at local Northville restaurant/bar.
-November 29, 30, and December 1 - Parent Teacher Conferences
-Wednesday, November 29 - PTA provides dinner for staff during conferences
-Thursday, November 30 from 6:00-8:00pm - Skating Night #2 at Skatin Station
-Tuesday, December 19: Cookie buffet for staff. Stay tuned for a sign up. PTA will request donations of baked goods to be brought in on Monday, December 18. More info to come.
SAVE THE DATES
2023-2024 PTA meetings remaining…
-Wednesday, January 17 at 6:30pm
-Wednesday, Feb. 21 at 6:30pm
-Wednesday, April 17 at 6:30pm
-Wednesday, May 22 at 6:30pm + PTA E-Board elections
PTA UPDATES AND MORE
Facebook @SilverSpringsElementaryPTA
Twitter X @SS_PTA
Instagram @silverspringspta
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LEADER IN ME FOCUS FOR THE MONTH - HABIT 2 Begin With the End in Mind
Each month we will send home a 7-Habits activity for students and families to do together. The activity will come home in Monday envelopes and are due at the end of the month.
Please send the completed activities back to school so we can proudly display them in your child's classroom.
November At Home Activity
This month’s Habit: Habit 2 Begin With the End in Mind
Activity: Your Family's Purposes and Values
Due Date: November 30th
Habit #2 Begin with the End in Mind- "I have a plan"
What this means: Have a mission, a clear sense of where you want to go. Think about the end first- how are you going to get there?
“I plan ahead and set goals.”
“I do things that have meaning and make a difference”
“I am important part of my classroom.”
“I look for ways to be a good citizen.”
How can I do this in my life?
1. Write down your goals. It is said that "A goal not written is only a wish.”
2. Lay out your clothes for tomorrow the night before.
3. Write down 3 goals you want to accomplish.
Great Books for Habit #2 - Begin With the End in Mind
- The BFG by Roald Dahl
- When I Grow Up by Sean Covey
- Click Clack Moo Cows That Type by Doreen Cronin
- Little Bunny on the Move by Peter McCarty
- The School Story by Andrew Clements
- Too Many Tamales by Gary Soto
- Plant a Kiss by Amy Krouse
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Northville High School Personal Project Fundraiser
This event is a holiday fundraiser to raise money to donate to the Children's Hospital of
Michigan. There will be arts and crafts stations along with fun games run by NHS students in
the name of holiday spirit to raise money for this worthy cause. Please show your support by
bringing your kids between 1-4 pm on December 9th, 2023 at the downtown Northville
Community Center for a fun-filled afternoon!
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Don’t Scrap the App!
The Michigan School Meals program supplements the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program, meaning that parents of students who would otherwise be eligible for free or reduced meals should continue to submit applications for free or reduced meals for their students. Even though meals will be free this year, it is vitally important that parents who meet, or believe they may meet, the free and reduced income guidelines, submit an application to ensure maximum benefits for their students and the District.
Some of these benefits include: athletics and activities discounts for student fees associated with participating in athletics and activities programs, SAT/ACT/AP test discounts for academic testing, college application discounts for college application fees, discounted internet access services, federal/state/local school funding for school budgets, Summer EBT.
Make sure to fill yours out today https://links.northvilleschools.org/1a
What You Need to Know about Free School Meals - How to Order
- All students that may qualify for free or reduced lunch should still fill out the form as they will receive additional benefits. You can find a link to the application in the parent portal or on the district's website under the Food Service tab.
- Check out the Frequently Asked Questions surrounding the Free Meals Program this school year.
- Lunch and Breakfast menus are available online through Nutrislice.
- Breakfast:
- Pre-K and Elementary students:
- All students must pre-order breakfast through Nutrislice. (Instructions on how to place an order through Nutrislice)
- Make sure to include your student number when ordering and choose the correct teacher.
- ALL ORDERS ARE DUE BY 7AM THE DAY OF, *this is a change from last year. You can order up to 30 days in advance.
- Breakfast will be served in the classroom.
- If your student wants milk only, this is NOT free. Students must pay for the milk separately.
- Pre-K and Elementary students:
- Lunch:
- Pre-K and Elementary students:
- All students must pre-order lunch through Nutrislice. (Instructions on how to place an order through Nutrislice)
- ALL ORDERS ARE DUE BY 7AM THE DAY OF, *this is a change from last year. You can order up to 30 days in advance.
- Students may only have one free lunch a day, any additional items will be charged to their account (i.e. extra entree, extra milk).
- If your student wants milk only, this is NOT free. Students may pay for the milk separately.
- Pre-K and Elementary students:
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Community Resources
NYN Wellness Wednesday's are back!
Join Winchester Elementary School moms to raise funds for NYN
The moms of Winchester Elementary are throwing their 2nd annual Mom Prom! It’s a ladies night out for charity in which women wear their old prom gowns, bridesmaids dresses, or formals and dance the night away for a worthy cause. Grab some friends, gather your gowns, put on a dress (old or new!) and join in for a fun night of fundraising. Northville Youth Network is thrilled to be the recipient of this year’s proceeds that will support programs and services for Northville children and families. See the flyer for more information and/or email northvillemomprom@gmail.com.
Silver Springs Elementary School
Email: boothka@northvilleschools.org
Website: http://silversprings.northvilleschools.org
Location: 19801 Silver Spring Drive, Northville, MI, United States
Phone: (248) 465-2300
Twitter: @sspringselem