Monteith Messenger

Tigers,

Thank you to all the families that took the time to go out and vote and help pass the Sinking Fund that directly supports our students, staff school, district and community. We are very thankful for all your continued support and partnership in the success of all students in GPPSS.

I had a wonderful lunch with the Principal Pumpkin Winners on Monday. We got to enjoy lunch and laughter while celebrating their creative designs.

As the weather continues to change please make sure that your child has an EXTRA SET of CLOTHES in their lockers! In michigan you never know if it's going to rain, snow or be 80 degress in November so it's important to have that extra set just in case.

A few parents have also asked if there is something they can do at home to support their child's reading and math growth. In GPPSS we are lucky to have 3 online programs that you can access at home to support your child:

Lexia

RGR (K-4)

Freckle

All of these can be accessed through your child's Clever Login

Your Partner in Education,

Dr. Keelean

12th- Picture Retake Day and Club Photos

13th-PTO meeting 6:30pm

14th- PTO Math Night 5:30pm- 7:30pm (GYM)

16th- Family Centered CPR Basics Training 9-11am in Monteith Library

19th- BAGEL DAY

22nd- Taher pizza Day

27th-29th - Thanksgiving Break ( No School)

We celebrate birthdays at Monteith by giving each student a birthday book and bookmark during their birthday month.

Due to the large number of student allergies, we no longer can allow any type of birthday cakes, cupcakes or cookies in the elementary schools (except for teacher scheduled celebrations) . Please save the present celebrations for home parties. If students want to bring in a small goodie bag of non-edible items ( Ex: pop-its, pencils, etc.) that is allowed but not necessary. If you do send in something with your child it needs to be for the whole class not just a couple students.

Kindness matters at Monteith and Always!

Our Boomerang Award winners this week are: Ms. Elizabeth (LRC) and Mrs. Hartman (Library/Media)

Ms. Elizabeth brings happiness to everyone around her. She wants the best for all students and provides support to students to help them feel successful. She is always willing to help in anyway she can with students, staff and around the school. We are so lucky to have positive, compassionate and kind person like Ms. Elizabeth at Monteith.

Mrs. Hartman keeps the library running efficiently and recess safe, makes us all laugh daily, and is THE heart of Monteith. She is supportive of everyone professionally, and personally as well. When someone needs help you don't even have to ask she is already there to help you through any situation.

Lunchroom: The volunteer's responsibility is to help answer questions, open lunches or capri suns, and push the garbage can around the gym.

Recess: The responsibility is to supervise the students to ensure they are safe and respectful. You are circulating the playground, and if you have questions, please ask a staff member for help.

Please do not take pictures or videos when you are supervising.

Week of 11/11-11/15

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0E44AAAC2BA0F94-51213652-11111115

Dear GPPSS Community,

On November 5, 2024 the community members of Grosse Pointe were asked to consider a 3 mill levy for a period of 10 years (2025-2034). We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the citizens who cast their vote during this election.

This successful passage of the 2024 sinking fund is a positive step forward for our students. It will support GPPSS' efforts to maintain and improve its physical infrastructure, allow for significant investments in school safety and security measures, and provide funding for technology enhancements to support modern education.

In the coming months, there will be more information provided to the community on our ongoing efforts, allowing clear transparency between the district and community members. Your continued commitment to our school district and students is appreciated and valued as we all work together to prepare our students for success.

Again, thank you - our students are the direct beneficiary of your support.

Sincerely,

Dr. Andrea Tuttle

Superintendent

In Kindergarten music, we learn to keep a steady beat and use a singing voice. We listen and move our bodies to music to demonstrate fast/slow and loud/quiet. Students also learn to play different classroom instruments such as drums, boomwhackers, rhythm sticks, and maracas.

After studying Claude Monet and his series paintings, third graders created four birch trees, all at different times of day and year. First students created a resist for white bark by using tape. Next, they loved choosing just the right watercolor combinations to represent how they wanted the sky to look during different climates to create different types of moods. We removed the tape to expose the white birch and added texture to the bark by using a toothbrush for a dry-brush effect and to make the tree look curved and 3D. Students added leaves based on the seasons they chose. Don’t you just love how beautiful these are? Well done, third grade!

Our Monteith Tigers have been doing a fantastic job earning their PBIS reward in art class! Some classes are already working toward their second "Free Art Day"—a reflection of their respectful, responsible, and safe behavior. In line with our Monteith pledge, students are encouraged to explore creativity and imagination while choosing school-appropriate themes in their artwork. We ask that students refrain from using characters or scenes from movies, TV, video games, or other digital media, as we respect the diversity of family values regarding screen media. Thank you for supporting our community of creative, respectful learners!

~Miss Zoufal

Students are learning the basics of Speed (cup) Stacking and how to perform the 3-3-3 stack. Next week on November 12-14, we will be participating in a nationwide “Stack Up” event with schools around the country to try to break the world record for having the most people speed stacking at that time. The goal is 750,000 people.

November

12th- Picture Retake Day and Club Photos

13th-PTO meeting 6:30pm

14th- PTO Math Night 5:30pm- 7:30pm (GYM)

19th- BAGEL DAY

22nd- Taher pizza Day

27th-29th - Thanksgiving Break

December

3rd- BAGEL DAY

3rd- 4th grade instrument Demo in School

11th- PTO Meeting 6:30pm

13th- PTO Jingle Jamboree (6-8pm)(GYM)

17th BAGEL DAY

23rd- Jan. 3rd (Winter Break)

January

6th- Students return to school

7th- BAGEL DAY

8th- PTO Meeting 6:30pm

9th- Incoming Young Fives/Kindergarten

20th- MLK Day (No School)

21st - BAGEL DAY

31st- Taher Pizza Day

February

8th- PTO Glow Dance (5-7pm)

12th- PTO meeting 6:30pm

17th- 21st- Mid Winter Break

March

12th- Monteith Spring Concert (Brownell)

6pm - K,1,2 & Choir

7:15pm 3,4, & Choir

19th - Full day of School Evening conferences (Virtual)

19th- PTO Meeting 6:30pm

20th- 1/2 day 11:36 Dismissal

20th- Afternoon conferences in person

20th- Evening conferences Virtual

21st- 1/2 day 11:36am dismissal

24th- 28th- Spring Break

April

4th- Taher Pizza Day

9th- PTO Meeting 6:30pm

18th - Good Friday (No School )

21st- No School (Staff PD day)

May

9th- Kindergarten Farm Trip

14th- PTO Meeting 6:30pm

26th- Memorial Day ( No School)

30th- Monteith Field Day & Taher Pizza Day

June

7th- PTO Summer Celebration

9th- 4th grade Promotion Rehearsel and Picnic

10th- 4th Grade trip to Lansing

11th- 4th Grade Promotion

13th- Last Day of School (1/2 Day 11:36am dismissal)

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If your student will be taking medication during the school day, please bring the medicine and

Medication Administration Authorization form to the office on the first day of school The form is requjiured for all prescription and over the counter medications to be given by school staff.

If your child will be staying home because of illness, please call the attendance line at 313-432-4501 and leave a brief message. Please refer to Guidelines to Exclude a Child from School.

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