Deerfield Digest
May 3rd, 2024
About Us
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
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeerfieldFalcons/
Mr. Goetz's Corner
Dear Families of Deerfield,
We have approached the end of another great week here at Deerfield. As we get near the end of the school year, I know we are all so excited to get out and enjoy the warmer weather and dream of all the fun that will come this summer. We are still working hard every day in the classrooms though!
On Wednesday we celebrated our Fantastic Falcons. We are so proud of these students and their hard work week after week and it is so fun to celebrate their success with them.
Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week and we are excited to recognize and celebrate our teachers and staff at Deerfield. We are so grateful for all of our teachers and all of our staff. Each one of them makes an incredible difference in the lives of our students!
We have some exciting events coming up in May! Make sure you take a look at our upcoming events.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Mr. Goetz
5/3- No School; Teacher PD
5/8- PTO Meeting at 7 PM
5/16 - Art Fest 5:30 - 7 PM
5/22 - Culver's Family Night Fundraiser
5/24-5/27- No School, Memorial Day Weekend
5/29- Field Day
5/31- Deerfield Carnival 5 - 7:30 PM
Lunch Menu
Important Student Drop-off Reminders!
For students that are being dropped off in the morning:
- Dropping off in front of the school is for buses only. Drop off your student in the parent drop off loop at the back of the school or park in the parking lot and walk them all the way to the front door.
- The front row of parking spaces are for handicapped vehicles only. Please use the main parking lot for all other parking.
- If the final bell has rung at 8:32 AM you must walk your child into the main office and sign them in.
5th Grade Baby Pictures
Teacher Appreciation Flower Sales
We had a huge response to our flower pre-sales, and we are almost sold out. Due to this, we will only be selling the leftover flowers on Tuesday, May 7th, before school. Flowers cost $1 each. Please bring exact change. Thank you!
We are also looking for volunteers to help with flower sales. We need parents/guardians to help with the sale of flowers, and to help students select flowers and place tags on them. It really allows the process to run more smoothly if we have help. If you can only come for part of the time, that works. Please click on the link below to volunteer. Thank you for your time! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0549A5AF2AA6FC1-49152084-teacher/143002016#/
Art Fest
Art Fest Help Needed
Our Deerfield Falcons are looking forward to showcasing their art work at Art Fest on Thursday, May 16th. We are looking for helpers to donate some time to turn Deerfield into an art gallery for this evening event. If you are able to help decorate the school with our Falcon's art work, please use the Signup Genius link below. If you cannot come for the entire time slot, that is ok. Any time that you can provide is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your help!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0549A5AF2AA6FC1-49151872-artfest/143002016#/
May & June PE Newsletter
5th Grade Only Dodgeball Tournament
Books for Retiring Teachers
All Deerfield families are welcome to choose a TK-5th grade level book (hard cover only, please) in honor of Mrs. Eckhout, Mrs. Nash, and /or Mrs. Worley. Books will be labeled with your family name and a short message, if you wish and added to our library. Please choose a family favorite, there is no preferred book list. Please bring your hard covered book and the attached form to the main office by Friday June 7th.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/10ouv33ELjmz6Ugqble0bwrDxaGV93DpK/view?usp=drive_web
Deerfield Carnival
The Deerfield Carnival is coming up on Friday, May 31st from 5:00-7:30. This is a great way to celebrate the end of a fantastic school year. There will be food, games, bounce houses, a photo booth, and fun for all! Admission to the carnival is free for all families. To make the event a success, we are looking for some donations and volunteers. Please visit the Signup Genius link below to sign up. Items can be dropped off in the main office by Wednesday, May 29th. Thank you for your help and generosity! We hope to see you at the carnival!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0E4BAAA728A7FF2-49464935-deerfield
Detroit Pistons Summer Camp
DID YOU KNOW?
Honor Community Health, located in Avondale High School (2800 Waukegan, Auburn Hills) offers vaccinations, physical and mental health check-ups, athletic physicals, and MORE! Payment for service is based on a sliding scale. Call for an appointment: (248) 537-6235 or (248) 724-7600.
Blessings in a Backpack Supporters!
We’re happy to announce that our partner, SFL, is hosting a golf outing for Blessings in a Backpack on May 6th at Great Oaks Country Club in Rochester.
Link to Register: https://blessingsinabackpackmi.org/events/
Important Dates for the 24-25 School Year
Busy Bee Summer Camp
Avondale Theatre Company Summer Camp
Early Learning Center
Enrollment for Summer Camp and the 2024-2025 school year is open! Click on one of the following links to start the enrollment process for your student:
- If you want to enroll your student in the ELC Summer Camp, please fill out this form.
- If you want to enroll your student in a 3 Year Old classroom, please fill out this form.
- If you want to enroll your student in a 4 Year Old classroom, please fill out this form.
All current ELC students are only eligible to attend the ELC Summer Camp, not the Busy Bee Summer Camp. Busy Bee Summer Camp is for students who have completed a year of TK/Kindergarten.
Oakland County Info for Upcoming Kindergarteners
Pontiac, Mich. May 1, 2024 – Parents and guardians whose children will enroll in kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year should take steps now to ensure their kids meet Michigan’s requirements to enter the classroom. These requirements include dental, hearing, and vision screenings and specific vaccinations.
Screenings and immunizations are available at Oakland County Health Division if a child does not have a healthcare provider.
- Kindergarten Dental Screenings: Senate Bill 280 (Public Act 316 of 2023) requires children going into kindergarten to have a dental screening. Children who have dental problems may have trouble sleeping and eating which affects their ability to learn.
- Hearing and Vision Screenings: The Michigan Public Health Code (Act 368 of 1978) mandates children to complete hearing and vision screenings before entering kindergarten. These screenings help children develop and learn by identifying a hearing or vision problem early.
- Immunizations: State law requires kindergarteners to have specific vaccines before beginning the school year. Vaccines are safe and effective tools to prevent diseases that are more readily spread in group settings like classrooms.
Call Oakland County’s Nurse on Call at 800-848-5533 to schedule screening appointments with the Health Division. Screenings are available to children who live or learn in Oakland County. There is no charge.
Immunizations do not require an appointment. Oakland County Health Division clinics are walk-in only and located in Southfield (27725 Greenfield Road) and Pontiac (1200 N. Telegraph Road, Building 34 East). Clinic hours are:
- 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
- 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Tuesdays
- 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursdays
No one will be denied access due to the inability to pay for immunizations. There is a discounted/sliding fee schedule available for those who are under or uninsured. The Health Division accepts health insurance, as well as Medicaid, Medicare, Vaccines for Children (VFC) program, cash, and credit. VFC offers vaccines at no cost for eligible children. There is a $7 fee per vaccination, per client. There are additional fees for credit card payments.
More information about kindergarten readiness can be found on the Health Division’s website at oakgov.info/kindergarten-readiness or by contacting Nurse on Call at 800-848-5533 or noc@oakgov.com. Nurse on Call is available 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. For up-to-date public health information, follow @publichealthOC on Facebook and X (formally known as Twitter).