The Weekly Update #4

Dear Students and Families,

I hope this message finds you all well and rejuvenated after a restful summer break. As we begin a new school year, I want to extend a warm welcome back to each of you.

Our faculty and staff have been busy preparing for your return and are excited to have you back on campus. The life has definitely returned to the building, and we are looking forward to keeping the energy going as we have another fantastic year!

Parents, I encourage you to stay involved and connected with our school community. Your support makes a significant difference in our students' educational experiences. Together, we can build a strong foundation for a successful year ahead.

Let’s make this year memorable, filled with learning, friendships, and achievements. I look forward to seeing all of you at our upcoming events!

With Fox Pride,

Geald E. Gary, Ed.D.

Principal

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Simi Rodgers is a Dutch Fork alumna who is returning to her roots to teach English1 CP, English 4 CP, and African American Literature. She earned a Bachelor's of Horticulture from Michigan State University and a Master's of Teaching from University of Michigan-Dearborn. Her endorsements include Secondary English Language Arts (ELA) and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). Simi taught at Cesar Chavez Academy High School in Detroit, MI for two years, where she served a predominantly Latino population. She also taught at Midlands Middle College in West Columbia, SC for one year, where she worked with at-risk youth. When she is not teaching, Simi enjoys reading, writing, yoga, cooking, acting, taking care of her plants, and spending time with her family.

Students may be dropped off after 7:45 a.m. At 8:05 students will be released from the Commons and cafeteria to go to their classrooms. The tardy bell rings at 8:20.

If you are using the car rider line, please see the picture above and follow the red line. Please use car rider etiquette and pull forward as far as possible. As soon as you stop along any of the sidewalk, your student should exit the vehicle. An administrator will be on duty to show new students where to enter the building.

Parents, you may also use the lower parking lot beside the car rider line as long as you drop off your child at the crosswalk. Students must use the stairs and crosswalk. There are no drop offs at the stop sign. Also, there are no drop offs in the front of the school, in the student parking lot, or by the tennis courts. Safety is our number one concern. We look forward to seeing you soon!

If you ordered a senior t-shirt or senior decal this summer and have not yet picked it up, please do so in Room 351 before or after school. Bring your ID.

If you would like to purchase a senior t-shirt, the second and final order is currently open in Student QuickPay. The deadline to order is Friday, August 23.

Please contact Mrs. Erin Rivers at earivers@lexrich5.org with any questions.