Hamilton Happenings
11.8.24.
Ms. Kristine Griffor (TSD Assistant Superintendent), Dr. Anderson (Hamilton literacy specialist), and I are in Washington, D.C. to accept Hamilton's 2024 National Blue Ribbon award for exemplary high performance! We are so honored to represent all of the hard work of our school community.
As part of our trip, we have been able to visit and learn from high performing schools in the area. It's been amazing to see the differences and similarities of suburban vs. urban education environments!
The U.S. Department of Education’s YouTube channel will be live streaming the awards today. The ceremony lasts from 11:30 am - 4:30 pm.
We will be celebrating the National Blue Ribbon award with our students and staff on Wednesday, 11/20 in a school-wide assembly. Please read below for allergy considerations for a PTA-sponsored treat.
Looking ahead to next week, we have Hawk Nests on Wednesday. Students are encouraged to wear Hamilton spirit wear. Our next PTA meeting is on Thursday at 7 pm in the media center. A central office representative will be providing a Fall district update. As always, all are invited, and childcare will be provided.
Important Dates
- Wednesday, 11/13, 3:10 pm- Hawk Nest #2
- Thursday, 11/14, 7 pm- PTA Meeting - Fall Update from Central Office Leadership
- Wednesday, 11/20, 3:10 pm- Blue Ribbon Student Assembly
- Saturday, 11/23, 10 am- Fleece and Thank You PTA Event
- Wednesday, 11/27 - Friday, 11/29- No School, Thanksgiving Break
- Monday, 12/23 - Friday, 1/3- No School, Winter Break
Fleece and Thank You - Last Day to Sign Up
Today is the last day to sign up to participate in Fleece and Thank You! Use the QR code above or the link below!
Blue Ribbon Assembly - Wednesday, 11/20
On Wednesday, 11/20 we will be celebrating our National Blue Ribbon with our students in an assembly. Students and staff are invited to wear blue! After celebrating our staff and students, we will head back to our classrooms, where we will enjoy Blue Ribbon Classic ice cream, sponsored by our amazing PTA. Please see the ingredients list below. If your student is allergic to milk, soy, or wheat, we will have Icees as alternatives. If you would like your child to have this alternative, or to opt out of the treat entirely, please contact Hamilton records secretary Diana Stojkovic by Friday, 11/15 at dstojkovic@troy.k12.mi.us
Blue Ribbon Classic Ice Cream Ingredients
Icee Ingredients (Alternative Option)
Hawks Voting for Playground Equipment on Election Day!
A Reminder From Mrs. A:
PTA News
Bus Loop Procedures
If you qualify for transportation, we strongly encourage students to ride the bus as it promotes independence and helps with traffic flow. The bus loop is directly in front of the school. For arrival, Hamilton support staff and 5th grade student safeties will be ready to direct your students from the bus loop to the exterior classroom door, which opens at 9:04 am.
For dismissal, your students will exit their exterior classroom door and load their bus beginning at 4:07 pm. Hamilton support staff oversee this process, and 5th grade safeties are trained to lead Kindergarten and 1st grade students to their buses.
Car Loop Procedures
While we strongly encourage using bus transportation if you qualify, you can also drive your student to school. The car loop is adjacent to the school. For arrival, Hamilton support staff will oversee your students walking from the car loop to their exterior classroom door. As early as 9:00 am your student can exit their car door and begin walking to their classroom door, which will open at 9:04 am. Parents should remain in the vehicle at all times.
You will notice that half of the parking lot in front of the school is for parent parking. At both arrival and dismissal, parents who wish to park and walk their students to their classroom may do so. This is a great option for parents with Kindergarteners. Students must be accompanied with their guardian as they walk across the parking lot.
For dismissal, your students will begin walking to the bus loop at 4:07 pm. 5th grade safeties will walk Kindergarten and 1st grade students to this location. Dr. Recker and several staff members will help direct traffic and kids into correct cars. In order to expedite this process, it is a good idea to have your student’s name and teacher’s name posted in the right side of the car window the first few weeks. Please pull all the way ahead and only load in the right lane. Please stay in the car during this process. When parents have multiple students, the older student is encouraged to stand with the younger students.
Biking and Walking Procedures
For arrival, please wait to enter campus until 9:00 am. You may either walk your child to their exterior classroom door or until they are safely on the sidewalk. There is also a bike rack for students to utilize.
For dismissal, please meet your child outside their exterior classroom door at 4:07 pm. When the teacher opens up the door at the end of the day, your child will be released directly to you.
School Address:
5625 Northfield Pkwy
Troy, MI 48098
School Hours:
- Full Days: 9:04 am - 4:07 pm
- Half Days: 9:04 am - 12:59 pm (no lunch service)
Phone Numbers:
- Attendance Line: 248-823-4401
- Main Office: 248-823-4400