Shark Tales Weekly Update

Dear Families,

We had another wonderful week at Sheiko Elementary!

Our "Big Announcement" this week is our Annual African American Read-Aloud Event AND Sheiko is going to be a "Watch Site"! All Sheiko families are welcome to join us in the Sheiko iCenter. Please arrive at 6:45! Can't wait!

Annual African American Read-In Registration

Oakland Schools is proud to host author/illustrator Don Tate as our guest for this year's African American Read-In. This award-winning author/illustrator has a vast collection of books for readers of all ages. The first 500 Oakland County households who register will receive a copy of Jerry Changed the Game. Register here!

Date: Thursday February 29, 2024

Time: 7:00 - 8 pm

Location: Virtual via Zoom

Come to Sheiko to Watch on Zoom! Families are invited to come to Sheiko for pizza and to watch the zoom together in the iCenter!

You'll receive a confirmation email that includes the event's Zoom link -- keep an eye out for that information in your email inbox. You can find more information about the National African American Read-In here: https://ncte.org/get-involved/african-american-read-in/

This is a very exciting event, and we hope to see many families!

Fifth graders and their families are also invited to WBHS on Friday, February 23rd at 5:40 to see our all-state girls basketball game at 6 p.m.! Please sign up here to attend!

Have a wonderful mid-winter break! We will be excited to welcome students back on Wednesday, February 21st.

As always, goooooooooooooooo Sheiko Sharks!

Blaine McDowell

• Feb. 19th-20th - MID-WINTER BREAK

• Wednesday, Feb. 28th - LATE START -school starts at 10:10am, dismissal is 4:02pm

• Sunday, March 17th- Pistons Event 3pm

• Friday, April 5th- PTO Spring Fling Dance 6-8pm

• Thursday, May 16th - 4th grade Music Concert 5:30pm

• 5th grade Camp Tanuga May 28th - 30th

• Wednesday, June 5th- Field day

• Thursday, June 6th- Half day dismissal is 12:12

• Thursday, June 6th- 5th Grade Promotion, more information to follow

• Click here for the district calendar.
  

• This is not a tax increase. This is a renewal of an existing millage.

• This makes up approximately 17% of our budget.

• The non-homestead millage proposal is only for non-homestead properties, like commercial, business, rental properties, vacant land, and second-home property owners. This portion does not impact primary residence.

• There is an Operating Millage Renewal FAQ on the district website that contains facts about the ballot proposal.

Don't forget to vote on Feb. 27th!

The Board of Education approved the redistricting plan shared previously. Here is the map that shows the new boundaries along major roads (click to enlarge).

For answers to frequently asked questions about this process, please visit the district website - under About Us, click K-5 Redistricting.

Suzy's impact is felt from the moment students step off the bus. As the first person they encounter, her warm and welcoming demeanor, with an ever-present smile, sets a positive tone for the day. Suzy is always the epitome of professionalism, even on challenging days. She truly is the heartbeat of the school.

Sheiko iCenter Volunteer Sign-up- https://calendar.app.google/63k5oZT6AvFL5tB37

Video of Sign-up Directions and Opportunities- https://youtu.be/TGXGn8B5I8U

ART- MS. TUCKER

5th grade - is working on learning how to shade with color. We are preparing for optical illusions.

4th grade - is working on color theory. they are choosing a color group for their art peices.

3rd grade - is continuing on our sea life project.

Mid-Winter Break Basketball Camp, for more info use this link.
To view Community Education programming, use this link.

COMMUNITY NIGHT-WBHS GIRLS BASKETBALL

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2024

A CHANCE TO MEET THE #1 TEAM IN THE STATE!

Event Detail:

• This opportunity is open to all 5th graders in West Bloomfiled Schools.
• 5:30pm- Students will be directed to the cafeteria at West Bloomfiled High School for the beginning of the event.
• 5:40-6pm- Students will have the opportunity for a meet/greet autograph signing with the players from the Varsity Girls Basketball Team. Each student will be provided team poster for autographs.
• 6pm- Head Basketball Coach Darrin McAllister will address the 5th graders and talk about the team and athletics. Athletic Director Eric Pierce and Principal Eric Pace will also address the students and provide a special gift (t-shirt).
• 6:20-6:40pm- Pizza and drinks will be provided for all 5th graders in attendance.
• 6:40pm- Students will be walked down to the gymnasium to watch their #1 in the State, West Bloomfiled Lakers take on Stoney Creek at 7pm. Each student and their parent(s) will receive free admission to the game.

WBSD has paired with the Alliance of Coalitions for Healthy Communities to provide our 3rd grade students with an empowering program called Renewed Jr. Over three sessions, the Alliance instructors will take students through lessons about finding their calm, coping skills, unhealthy friendships and healthy friendships. This is a wonderful opportunity for all 3rd grade students. Be sure to ask your child about it!

We thank the Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition for their coordinating of this event.

In addition, all of the money raised by our Student Council during our "Valentine Sucker Sale" will be donated to the Greater West Bloomfield Community Coalition. We love how Sheiko Sharks give back!

Book Lists

· Pine Cone 2024 (Youth)

· Pine Tree 2024 (Youth)

· Black History Month (Teen)

Puzzle and Game Swap

Saturday, February 10 from 1-3 p.m.

Main Library Meeting Room

Drop off your gently used puzzles and board games to swap with other community members! You don’t need to bring an item to take an item. Participants can take home up to 3 items. The program is for all ages. No registration required.

Black History 101 Mobile Museum

Friday, February 23 from 2-7pm

Main Library Meeting Room

Join us at the library to experience the Black History 101 Mobile Museum. Established by the visionary educator and scholar Dr. Khalid el-Hakim, this national award-winning mobile museum is an innovative and engaging way to explore the rich and complex history of Black Americans and their contributions to our society. The exhibits are interactive and provide an immersive experience that is both educational and inspiring. The program is for all ages. No registration required.

Winter Reading Continues

The winter reading program started in early January and goes through Sunday, March 10

Library cardholders of all ages are encouraged to enroll in the library’s Winter Reading Program to earn incentives for time spent reading.

If you are interested in your student attending a Summer Camp, please fill out the Google form below:

Parent Summer Camp Interest Form

Do you know about our Sheiko Facebook page? We would love for you to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/225210744201191

WEEK 12

Practice Acts of Kindness
Practicing kindness for others helps us build on appreciation for our own lives and situations. It also improves our physical and mental health. Think about how you and your children can complete small acts of kindness together. For example, write someone a letter, help a neighbor, or draw a joyful picture for someone. It only takes a small acto to make someone smile!

PTO meetings will be in person and you can zoom in.

Please join us at 7:00pm on:

• March 12
• April 9
• May 14

This will be our link for all future dates: https://wbsd-org.zoom.us/j/4211617208

Our spring fling dance will be on Friday, April 5th from 6-8pm. We hope to see you there!

Winter is upon us and students should be dressed for outdoor recess. Students are outside for recess unless there is heavy rain, thunderstorms/lightning or the 'feels like' temperature is below 10* Fahrenheit.

Please label everything. It will help eliminate the need for a Lost & Found table.

We are asking that students leave their smart watches at home. They have proven to be a huge distraction to teaching and learning. Students may have phones (but totally not necessary!) as long as they are powered down and in their backpacks. Students will have one reminder to put them away. Otherwise, these items will be turned into the office for parent pick up if they are out.Thank you for your support in this matter!

To protect all children from communicable illnesses, students infected with certain diseases are not allowed to come to school while they are contagious. Students should be symptom-free for 24 hours before returning to school. Please call our Safeline (248-865-6372) if your child will be absent from school. We also have a masking station at the front of the building in which students are welcome to help themselves. For more information regarding the sick policy, please see the attached document.

The West Bloomfield School District uses the Bridges math program. By clicking on the grade below you will find the family letter for the month of February Unit 4.

Email: blaine.mcdowell@wbsd.org
Website: https://www.wbsd.org/sheiko-elementary
Location: 4500 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield Township, MI, USA
Phone: 248-865-6370
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/225210744201191
Twitter: @BlaineMcDowell