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Week of August 13, 2023
From the Principal's Desk
Principal Kionna's Weekly Word
Dear Trix Families,
One more week until we are back at it. We are diligently working to ensure that everything is perfect for your scholars' return to Trix Academy. This week we have a wonderful event coming, the Back to School Bash and Playground Ribbon Cutting. Be sure to read the details below.
If you haven't done so already, please be sure to click the button below titled, "Family Welcome Packet," for all of the important details to start this school year.
With love,
Mrs. Kionna
Welcome Trix's New Principal in Residence
Rene Cadogan - Mr. C
Dear Trix Families, my name is Mr. Rene Cadogan the new Principal in Residence here at Trix . I am looking forward to work with you and your scholars in order to build positive relationships with you and your scholars.I am coming from the state of Virginia and DC. I have serve has a Dean of Students, Director of School Counseling, Assistant Principal and Principal in the alternative programs. I have experience in working with scholars from Pre-K all the way to High School. I am hoping that in the coming days and months we are able to establish a good working relationship during this school year 23-24..
Ms. Orpe's Curriculum Corner
Assistant Principal
School year is right around the corner and we are working hard at Trix to make this the best school year for your scholars. Here are the curriculum materials we will use this year, with links, so that you can plan your part in your scholar’s success:
K-8 Eureka Math Family Resources
K-5 Into Reading Overview
6-8 Into Literature Overview
Overview K-4 Foss Science
Overview 5-8 Amplify Science
Family Resources 6-8 MAISA Social Studies Overview
K-6 Studies Weekly Social Studies Overview
We look forward to working with you and your families this year!
Ms. Hayes's Culture Column
Dean of Culture
Welcome back families! I hope everyone had a wonderful summer! I m excited about working with all families and scholars this school year. My goal is to create a climate and culture that is safe and fun along with establishing a learning environment that focuses on scholar learning and growth. In preparation for the first day of school and days ahead, please help your scholars reestablish those all important routines as they transition back to school. Think about consistent bedtimes, opportunities for daily reading and math activities, and decreasing screen/gaming time.
Ms. Smith's Operational Rundown
Operations Manager
Welcome back families! We encourage you to check the Trix's Academy webpage and Facebook frequently for further updates as the school year goes on.
Summer Hours M,T,Th 9am-2pm Wednesdays 12noon - 4pm.
Upcoming Events at Trix Academy
First Day of School
Students Should Arrive Proptly at 8:00 am
This year we will open the doors for breakfast starting at 7:45 am. School starts promptly at 8:05 with breakfast and morning meeting. All classroom instruction will begin at 8:20 am. Please see daily schedules in the Family Welcome Packet.
Monday, Aug 21, 2023, 07:00 AM
Trix Academy, Joann Avenue, Detroit, MI, USA
Back to School Bash and Playground Ribbon Cutting
All families, friends and Trix community are invited!
Thursday, Aug 17, 2023, 03:00 PM
Trix Academy, Joann Avenue, Detroit, MI, USA
All School Orientation Night
Thursday, Aug 31, 2023, 04:00 PM
Trix Academy, Joann Avenue, Detroit, MI, USA
Dates to Remember
Staff Email Addresses
Leadership
Kionna Williams, Principal - k.williams@mecc-academies.org
Karen Orpe, Assistant Principal - k.orpe@mecc-academies.org
Rene Cadogan, Principal in Residence - rcadogan@phalenacademies.org
Paula Hayes, Dean of Culture - p.hayes@mecc-academies.org
Sheilene Smith, Operations Manager - s.smith@mecc-academies.org
Tyresha Robinson, Student Enrollment Coordinator - trobinson1@phalenacademies.org
Dominique Williams, Office Manager - d.williams@mecc-academies.org
Special Education
Phylicia Furlow, Sped Lead Teacher - p.furlow@mecc-academies.org
Monica Mbua, Sped Teacher - m.mbua@mecc-academies.org
Kindergarten
Charlene Long, Teacher - c.long@mecc-academies.org
Lisa Myers Teacher - l.myers@mecc-academies.org
First Grade
Tiara Owens, Teacher - t.owens@mecc-academies.org
ShRonda Allen, Teacher - s.allen@mecc-academies.orgSecond Grade
Alicia Fluker, Teacher - a.fluker@mecc-academies.org
Lynsey Thomas, Teacher - l.thomas@mecc-academies.org
Third Grade
Stephanie Stamas, Teacher - s.stamas@mecc-academies.org
Fourth Grade
Chelsea Henry, Teacher - c.henry@mecc-academies.org
5th through 8th Grades (Middle School)
LaTesha Gordon, ELA Teacher - l.gordon@mecc-academies.org
Steven Orellana, Teacher, Social Studies - s.orellana@mecc-academies.org
Yousseff Abdel-Hafez, Science - y.hafez@mecc-academies.org
Electives
Eri Hall, Art Teacher - e.hall@mecc-academies.org
Shakila Woods, Technology Teacher - s.woods@mecc-academies.org
Jerel Allen, Physical Education/HealthTeacher - j.allen@mecc-academies.org
Reading Intervention
Vanessa Navarre, Reading Interventionist - v.navarre@mecc-academies.org
Nicolas Wolak, Reading Interventionist - n.wolak@mecc-academies.org
Atica Bell, Teacher Assistant - a.bell@mecc-academies.org
Math Intervention
Paulasia Sims, Math Interventionist - p.sims@mecc-acacemies.org
Patricia Pearson, Math Interventionist - p.pearson@mecc-academies.org
Support Staff
Brandon Daniel, Building Substitute - b.daniel@mecc-academies.org
Have Questions? Contact Us!
Website: http://trix.mecc-academies.org/
Location: 20045 Joann Avenue, Detroit, MI 48205, USA
Phone: 313.426.1020
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrixAcademy