
Bemis Broadcast

Bemis Broadcast - February 28, 2025
Dear Bemis Families,
March is a busy and exciting month at Bemis! We’re celebrating March is Reading Month, holding Parent-Teacher Conferences, and sending our 5th graders off to camp! We will wrap up the month of March with Spring Break!
Earlier this week, information was sent home about March is Reading Month and we’ve also included some key details below. We can’t wait to celebrate a love of reading all month long!
To kick things off, join us for Books & Bagels on Tuesday morning before school—a great way to start the month with good books and great company! Please RSVP here if you will be joining us!
March is Reading Month!
To kick off March is Reading month, we are inviting our families for a before school Books & Bagels event!
Join us for a cozy morning of reading! Wear your pajamas and enjoy a special book together! Bring your own books OR borrow some to read from our new Literacy Library!
Bagels will be on sale for $1 each.
This is NOT a drop-off event. Adults will need to stay with their student until 8:30 am.
Please RSVP if you will be attending!
Upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences
This week, the link the sign up for Parent-Teacher conferences was sent home. All conferences will be in person on both Wednesday, March 12th and Thursday, March 13th.
Wednesday, March 12th
1:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 13th
1:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Click on link below to sign up for Parent Teacher Conferences. It is important that you use your student's name when you sign up.
https://ptcfast.com/schools/Bemis
This is a wonderful chance to connect and hear about your student’s progress. Hope to see you there!
March Breakfast and Lunch Menus
Looking Ahead
Important Calendar Dates Through April 2025:
Friday, February 28 - Ramadan starts
March 10 - 13 - Shamrock Shuffle during PE class
March 12th - 13th - 1/2 day for Parent Teacher conferences - Dismissal at 12:29 p.m.
March 7th - PTO Meeting - 8:00 a.m. at Bemis
March 14 - No School (HOLI)
March 17 - 19 - 5th Grade Camp
March 24 - 31 - Spring Break
April 4th - PTO Meeting - 8:00 a.m. at Bemis
April 18th - No School
Helpful Links
School Information
SCHOOL HOURS:
First Bell 8:34 a.m.
Tardy Bell 8:39 a.m.
Dismissal 3:37 p.m.
Half Day Dismissal: 12:29 p.m.
Phone Numbers
- Attendance Line: (248) 823-4101 or email BemisAbsence@troy.k12.mi.us
- Main Office: (248) 823-4100
We are conducting a short survey on how to better engage our families and community, and we’d love to hear from you! Please take a moment to share your thoughts in this quick five-question survey. Thank you!
Ramadan
Ramadan is a sacred month in Islam, observed by millions of Muslims worldwide, including a growing and diverse Muslim community in the United States. It is a time of fasting from dawn to sunset, deep spiritual reflection, increased charity, and community connection. In today’s American culture, Ramadan holds profound significance as it holds interfaith understanding, highlights the nation’s rich cultural diversity, and promotes values of self-discipline, gratitude, and compassion. As workplaces, schools, and communities become more inclusive, recognizing and respecting Ramadan strengthens social unity and allows for meaningful conversations about faith, identity, and shared human values. Embracing this holy month in American society not only enriches cultural awareness but also reinforces the importance of respect, inclusion, and the celebration of diverse traditions.
If your child is observing fasting during the month of Ramadan, please feel free to reach out to our office staff or your child's classroom teacher so we can be sure your child is supported while here at school and provide an alternate space during lunch.
To learn more, please read the TSD Newsletter below.
Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!
TSD Inclusive Newsletter
Here is the February TSD Inclusive Newsletter for this month.
Happy reading, teaching, and learning!
The TSD Inclusive Newsletter is a culturally responsive publication for staff, students, families, and community which highlights diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging related content including but not limited to – learning and development resources, updates, events, and announcements throughout the Troy School District.
Community Corner
Kindergarten Enrollment Opens Feb 3!
If you have a child of Kindergarten age or know of someone please contact the main office.
Join our World-Class Team!
The Troy School District is searching for qualified candidates for the 2025-2026 school year! To learn more about teaching in Troy, visit https://tinyurl.com/Why-Troy and visit https://tinyurl.com/TSDJobOpp to see openings.
Nominations Open for Support Person of the Year!
Support staff in the Troy School District play a vital role in making our schools World Class. We invite you to help us recognize those outstanding individuals who are making a significant impact in our schools by nominating them for Support Person of the Year.
This award recognizes one individual that serves in a supportive role in the Troy School District. Those employed in the following work classifications: transportation, custodial/maintenance, office personnel, food services, professional support to teachers (para-educators, and health care aides), safety/security, or technology may be nominated. The winner of the Troy School District Support Person of the Year will automatically be nominated for the Oakland County Support Person of the Year. Nominees must have at least five years of service.
For more information, and to nominate someone, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/mumy8787.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Warm Regards,
Harleen Singh
Proud Principal of Bemis Elementary
X (Twitter): @HarleenKSingh