Comets Corner

Mr. Keith Tonn, Principal

Important Contact Information:

Main Office Phone: (586) 439-6900

Fax: (586) 439-6801

Absentee Line: (586) 439-6990

This is a 24-hour recorded line, please leave your child's reason for absence and length of time out. Absences reported to this line ensure the most timely and accurate record.

School Administrative Assistant:

Mrs. Dawn Vezzetti

Email: dawn.vezzetti@fraserk12.org

Building Hours - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

School Hours: 8:35 am – 3:30 pm
First Bell: 8:30 am
Instructional Bell: 8:35 am
Students must be in class by 8:35 am or they are marked tardy.

Mission Statement:

Guiding our Comets to be compassionate, curious, creative citizens who will positively impact the world.

Email: Keith.Tonn@Fraserk12.org
Website: https://www.fraser.k12.mi.us/Page/21
Location: 30601 Calahan Rd, Roseville, MI 48066, USA
Phone: (586) 439-6900
Twitter: @Keith_Tonn

As you know, all Fraser Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 20th, in observance of MLK Day. While this is one specific date chosen each year to honor his legacy and share his message, teaching our students about kindness, equality, compassion, and justice are a part of what we do each day.

This week and throughout February as we celebrate Black History Month, we will be teaching our Comets about African-American heroes of the past as they learn about slavery, the Civil Rights Movement, and other areas of American history. They will also learn about today's African-American heroes who are contributing to our American culture in so many positive ways.

In studying the past and discussing the present, students develop empathy and understanding to create a more unified, equal future for all Americans. MLK's message is as important today as it was 60 years ago.

If you would like some additional activities to do with your children, here is a downloadable activity book with coloring pages, mazes, and other age-appropriate activities to support students as they learn about the Civil Rights Movement, MLK, and various other heroes of that time.

We encourage all of our Fraser Families to take advantage of the day off of school to learn more about the legacy of Dr. King.The Interfaith Center for Racial Justice is hosting an event in Mt. Clemens. Additionally, Little Guide Detroit has compiled a list of activities and events available in our area.

The 4th graders at Twain have been spending time learning about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr and how he impacted our country. We have learned a lot about bravery and standing up for something you believe in. We’ve watched videos, read books, and written about our own dreams for the future. One of our favorite activities was a collaborative art activity. Each student was responsible for coloring one piece of a mystery picture. Once finished, we put all 30 pieces together to make a beautiful mural of Dr. King.

Twain students recently filled our ROCKStar ticket bin located outside the main office. They have been working on this goal since the beginning of the school year. Individual students and classes earn tickets for making good choices and modeling ROCKStar behavior. As a reward for this exemplary behavior, Twain was visited by Jim "Basketball" Jones. Our ROCKStars had a wonderful time as thy participated in this fun-filled assembly.

We look forward to working towards our next PBIS reward prior to the end of the year. Keep up the outta this world behavior ROCKStars!

I am so excited to formally invite you to this year’s “Spring” Vocal Music Concert, What a Colorful World!

All family and friends are welcome to join us at the Fraser High School Auditorium to enjoy lovely music presented by 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Grade on Tuesday, February 25th, 2025. Admission is free.

Students are expected to be at Fraser High School at 6:30pm to warm-up for our concert at 7:00pm.

Concert attire:

1st Grade: Color Red

2nd Grade: Color Yellow

3rd Grade: Color Blue

Students may dress in the color associated with their grade level.Students should follow the school dress code for their outfit choice.

On the morning of the concert, students will be bussed to the Fraser High School Auditorium to practice for our concert at 9:15am and arrive back to Mark Twain Elementary around 10:45am. Please make sure to fill out the permission slip below (and given to your student) to ensure all students can practice with us the morning of the concert. Return by Monday, February 10th.

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me. Student attendance is taken prior to the concert, so please notify me if there is a conflict/reason your student may not be able to attend.

Thank you for your time and I look forward to seeing many of you come to cheer on our amazing performers!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Sarah Esquible🎵

sarah.esquible@fraserk12.org

• The North lot is NOT a drop-off/ pick-up zone. It is for parking only. We MUST keep the loop open for busses and emergency vehicles. This rule applies to everyone, so please be cooperative and follow it.

• The large, central lot has two lanes: a drop-off/ pick-up lane on the outside of the loop and a driving lane on the inside.

• Please note: Drivers MAY NOT get out of your car while in the outside drop-off/ pick-up lane. Your students must exit to the outside of the loop, and drivers must not exit the car to walk students up or pick them up. If you have younger children who need to be walked up or picked up at the door, you MUST park your car in one of the lots or on the street.

• Smoking and pets are not permitted on school grounds. Please leave your pets at home for the safety and comfort of all of our students and families.

• Please do NOT swear on school grounds. We are trying to set a positive example for behavior for our Twain Comets, and shouting and swearing at other drivers does not set the right example for our kids. We ask our students to be respectful, organized, cooperative, kind, and safe, and we expect those behaviors to be modeled by our parents, too.

As a parent of a Mark Twain Elementary student, you are a valued member of the Mark Twain Parent Club. Our official Facebook group is here: Mark Twain Parent Club. Please help us build the group by sharing with other Twain families and adding them to the group.

Contact MTPC: mtparentclub@gmail.com

We welcome the 24-25 MTPC Executive Board:

• President: Yolanda Perkins
• Vice President: Bethany Haley
• Treasurer: Megan Arnone
• Secretary: Amanda McDunnah

• 1/20 - MLK Day - No School
  
• 1/22 - 6th Grade Band Rehearsal @ FHS
• 1/22 - MTPC Meeting
• 1/23 - PBIS Refresher Training
• 1/24 - K-6 Author Presentations
• 1/27 - Band Concert- Grades 5-6
• 1/27 - Comets Eat Out- Texas Roadhouse
• 1/28 - 3rd-Grade Voyageur Presentation
• 1/29 - Early Release Day (1:30 Dismissal)
• 1/30 & 1/31 - Hearing Screening for Grades K, 2 & 4
• 2/3 - MTPC Skating Party
• 2/5 - Y5s Field Trip - Good Night Moon
• 2/7 - ROCKStar Pizza Party
• 2/11 - Kids Heart Challenge Kickoff
• 2/12 - Count Day

Access the full District Calendar HERE at any time!