We kindly request that you refrain from using electronic devices during drop-off and pick-up times. This helps maintain a safe, legal, and efficient arrival/dismissal for walkers and other drivers.

Dear Moraine Families,

This edition of the Raft includes:

• March is Reading Month is right around the corner!
• Please Keep Arrival/Dismissal Safe without Devices
• NEW...Spring session of Nuts About Science registration opens soon
• NEW...5th Grade Student Social Media Workshop
• NEW...Relational Practice Training for Parents
• NEF Thank a Staff program continues
• NEF Night for Northville is coming up
• Yearbook ordering site is open until March 31st
  
• Yearbook photos needed, and a call for 5th grade baby pictures
  
• Moraine Bowling Event is Tuesday, February 27th
• Enrollment now open for Young 5's & Kindergarten for the 24/25 school year.
• Open house for Early Childhood & Extended Day Programs
• NYN Winter & Spring programs, including newly added February sessions.
  
• Registration info for baseball & softball youth camps, spring lacrosse and football/cheer for the fall.
• 2 new robotics opportunities

Be well and talk soon,

Joe Reimann

Principal, Moraine Elementary

Teaching for Learning for All!

• No School - Tuesday, February 27th, Teacher Professional Development Day
• Moraine Bowling Event - Tuesday, February 27th @ 10am
• NPS Board of Education Meeting @ Moraine - Tuesday, February 27th @ 6:30pm
• Friday, March 1st - wear your READ shirt, or another shirt with words on it to kick off MIRM!
• Friday, March 1st - Registration opens for Spring session of Nuts about Science

Save the date: Thursday, April 4, 2024 from 7:00-8:30pm at the Northville High School auditorium! This special event is sponsored by the six NPS elementary school PTAs and designed just for 5th graders and their parents. Two local experts, Kerry Biskelonis of Reset Brain & Body, and Detective Justin Norlock, of the Northville Township Police Department, will co-host this workshop. Together, they will cover the pitfalls of social media use, mental health implications, and legal ramifications, plus discuss an action plan that you can use!

To secure your spot, SIGN UP HERE by March 29, or scan the QR code on the attached flyer. Flyers also came home earlier this week.

For any questions please contact ptamoraine@gmail.com

Northville Public Schools invites all PTA and Community members to participate in a 2-day Relational Practice Training The purpose of this training for community members will be to take a deep dive into the Restorative Practices methodology adopted by all staff members of NPS which is designed to help develop, maintain, and sometimes repair relationships with one another, with our students and with our families. This training is a key component of the district's Social Emotional Learning (SEL) focus this year and beyond.

The training will be on March 8-9 (Friday and Saturday) and will run from 8:30 am - 4:00 pm each day.

Check out this video to learn more about this learning opportunity

Registration is First Come/First Served. You will receive an email confirming your seat.

RP Training registration form

The Moraine 2023-24 Yearbook order site is now open. Cost is $20 per yearbook and can be ordered at yearbookordercenter.com, using code 12969 or use the QR code in the attached flyer. Yearbook orders are due March 31, 2024.

We are asking for all parent participation on photo collection this year! If you have a moment, we ask that you please use the following links to upload photos to be used in this year’s yearbook*.

- 5th Grade Baby Picture: Fifth grade parents! As has been done in the past, we will include a page with baby photos of our 5th grade penguins for all students to guess who is who! Please name the image file with the name of your 5th grader before uploading so that we are able to create an answer key. Baby photos due by March 1, 2024. CLICK HERE

- Family Fun Night at the Movies CLICK HERE

- International Night: January 19th CLICK HERE

*Please note that all photos used in the yearbook will be double-checked for students who cannot be printed in our yearbook via parent requests submitted through Moraine.

Join Moraine families on our day off from school at Pinz Bowling Center for a morning of bowling, pizza, and arcade fun! This event is open to all ages, regardless if they are a Moraine student or not!

CLICK HERE to purchase your bowling and/or pizza ticket today!

The Natural Wonders of Science! The natural world is such a wonder! We’re excited to share its amazing features. Students will study the natural world including water, fossils, rocks, minerals, create ladybug and worm habitats and much more! Please see the attachment below for more information!

The Northville Educational Foundation Thank-A-Staff Super Sub campaign is rolling into
spring with a brand-new drawing, and we can't wait for you to be part of it!
Here's your chance to amplify the appreciation for your favorite NPS Staff Member through the
Northville Educational Foundation’s Thank A Staff Super Sub campaign, proudly presented
by Michigan Educational Credit Union! Whether it's a teacher, para pro, food service, admin,
ed tech, operations, or someone at the front desk – if they deserve a shoutout, now’s the time!
How does it work? Simple – a small donation puts your nominee in the running for an afternoon
off, an amazing goody bag from Michigan Educational Credit Union, and a personalized
Certificate of Appreciation! And the best part? Each month there is another drawing.

Let’s keep the momentum going as a community, showing our gratitude and support for the
remarkable teachers, staff, and students who make our district shine! Get all the details and
nominate your standout staff members for the next drawing right here!
https://www.supportnef.org/thank-a-staff

Kindergarten and Young 5's Enrollment for 2024-25 School Year Only!

Northville Public Schools is now accepting Kindergarten and Young 5’s enrollment for Fall 2024. To be eligible for Kindergarten, students must be 5 on or before September 1, 2024. Students turning 5 between July 1st and December 1st 2024, may enroll with a signed waiver in either Young 5’s or Kindergarten.

Take a look at the Young 5's website to learn more about the program, eligibility, and frequently asked questions. We have also put together a helpful document on key Kindergarten Readiness Indicators. Enroll today in 3 easy steps by visiting our Enrollment page.

Check out the video below to experience our excitement!
Young 5-s Announcement video.mp4

Come join the Northville Softball and Baseball teams for their spring youth camps this March and April. Registration is now open. See the attached flyers for more information.

https://northvilleschools.revtrak.net/rwyouthcamps/

Northville Youth Network (NYN) provides valuable programs and services to the Northville Community such as education and awareness, referral services and case work services. As part of the ongoing Social Emotional education NYN provides to our community, they have included resources that are available for parents! Please check out NYN's latest resource template as well as all of their other offerings! Be sure to check back in the future as their templates will be updated throughout the year. Here is link directly to the resource guide “How to communicate with your child, tween or teen in a better way!”

NYN reource template communicating with your child:tween:teen in a better way! (northville.mi.us)

Also, here is the link to the NYN Resource page with a list and link to all of the parent/caregiver resource guides:

Resources | Northville Township, MI

The Robostangs are offering a K-3 Workshop for grades K-3. This is a fun way to introduce STEAM to your kids! The kids will learn about robotics through exercises like building LEGOS, working together, etc. On March 17th (1-4 pm), all the kids are invited to an event where they can play and create models and participate in multiple STEAM activities during this session. This event will cost $25. If you are interested, please fill out the form below by March 10th. After filling out this form, we will send more information on payment and other important details. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1bCjdvm0Ym8xz-Y3frVaF8rmIKmxkq-e6ldGOSPkpvzc/edit

Welcoming all skill levels for 5th through 8th grade boys. This year we will field one 14U (7th/8th grade) team and one 12U (5th/6th grade) team. The spring season will run from April 1st to June 2nd with pre-season practices on March 18th, 20th and 22nd. It will include practice 3 days a week at Meads Mill Middle School, games vs Metro West teams, and at least one tournament. The player fee is $325 and will be collected later. Payment & liability waiver submission deadline is April 1st, 2024. Registration will close earlier if capacity is reached prior to March 1st. For those that register, stay tuned for more information on schedule, parent informational meeting, and payment & waiver submission details. Click https://forms.gle/9duoWtUN3yiWJ7Q87 to register.

Want more information before registering? Join the parent information zoom on Wednesday, February 28th at 8pm. Here’s the zoom information to join:

Join Zoom Meeting

https://telenav.zoom.us/j/92052366240?pwd=cSthTHdUQkxIMnhYVHNQajcxWlpqUT09

Meeting ID: 920 5236 6240

Passcode: 907897

Mark your calendars!! Registration for Northville Youth Football and Cheer opens soon!! Please see the attached flyer for more information.

Quick Links for Reference

2023-24 Moraine School Calendar

Moraine Student Handbook

Moraine Snack Procedure and Birthday Treat Policy

Video Gallery Picture - Exciting NPS Events!

Moraine Parent Portal Link

Email: reimannjo@northvilleschools.org
Website: https://moraine.northvilleschools.org/
Location: Moraine Elementary School, Eight Mile Road, Northville, MI, USA
Phone: 248-465-2150
Facebook: facebook.com/groups/morainepta
Twitter: @MorainePenguins

SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM

The Northville Public Schools provides a breakfast and hot lunch program for interested students.

Families must preorder lunches for preschools and elementary students. Orders must be in by 7am for all students for breakfast and lunch. The system will not allow you to order after the time listed above. For your convenience, meals can be preordered up to 30 days in advance. To avoid any issues, we recommend ordering the night before.

• Order Online at Nutrislice

• Download the App (Apple Store)

• Download the App (Google Play)

• All students that may qualify for free or reduced lunch should still fill out the form as they will receive additional benefits. You can find a link to the application in the parent portal or on the district's website under the Food Service tab.
• Check out the Frequently Asked Questions surrounding the Free Meals Program this school year.
• Lunch and Breakfast menus are available online through Nutrislice.
  
  
• Breakfast:
  • Pre-K and Elementary students:
    • All students must pre-order breakfast through Nutrislice. (Instructions on how to place an order through Nutrislice)
    • Make sure to include your student number when ordering and choose the correct teacher.
    • ALL ORDERS ARE DUE BY 7AM THE DAY OF, *this is a change from last year. You can order up to 30 days in advance.
    • Breakfast will be served in the classroom during the school day (not before school).
    • If your student wants milk only, this is NOT free. Students must pay for the milk separately.