Penguin's Raft

This edition of the Raft includes:

• Transitioning to a "No Pet" Arrival and Dismissal
• School wide 7 Habits Family Bingo
• Scholastic Book Fair coming soon
  
• Community Reach Out: Moraine Gives Back
• Nuts About Science Sign Up
• Holiday Scrip orders coming soon
• Partnering In Safety Event at NHS
• Yearbook photos needed - everyone can help!
• International Night Returns 1/19 - Sign up Your Country!
• Mental Health 4 Question Survey
• Inclusion Week T-Shirt Design Contest ends 11/21
• Middle/High School IB Program Lunch & Learn
• NEF Thank a Staff
• NYN Wellness Wednesdays

Please note that as of Monday, November 27, we will be extending the "No Pets on Campus" policy to arrival and dismissal. With this being a high traffic time of day, adding animals that may overly excite or scare children can create a safety issue.

While our pets are well-loved by many, our first priority is a safe and efficient arrival/dismissal of our 400+ students. For those that have pets they would like to walk to school, you may choose to have your child meet you off campus, such as the sidewalk path in NBW or in the cul de sac behind the school.

Thank you for partnering with us!

We are excited to share an opportunity for your family to practice the 7 habits at home with a family BINGO game. The best part is your child can help Moraine earn a school-wide BINGO celebration while applying the 7 habits at home. A BINGO card and 6 chips (cardstock) came home for every child on October 30th. A BINGO is five finished activities in a horizontal, vertical, or diagonal line. All the activities would be a full card BINGO.

Directions if your family participates:

1. Choose a square to complete with your family.

2. Fill out a BINGO “chip”. Be sure to circle the B*I*N*G*O for the column and the HABIT number for the square.

3. Turn in your finished “chips” which will be hung up on the Moraine BINGO board in the hallway.

4. Celebrate a personal BINGO with your family!

5. If you take a picture of your BINGO activity, please send it in for our School BINGO board.

• Mon, Nov 20 - Foster Closet Collection Drive begins
• Mon, Nov 20 - Nuts About Science Winter Session registration begins
• Wed - Fri, Nov 22 - 24 - Thanksgiving Recess, No School
• Mon - Fri, Nov 27 - Dec 1 - Scholastic Book Fair
• Wed, Nov 29 4 - 7pm, Parent Teacher Conferences
• Thurs, Nov 30 1 - 7pm, Parent Teacher Conferences
• Fri, Dec 1 1 - 4pm, Parent Teacher Conferences
• Thurs & Fri, Nov 30 & Dec 1 - Half Days of School with Dismissal at 12:15pm

Save the Dates: November 27th-December 1st

Book Fair homepage: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/moraineelementaryschool1

Volunteer Sign-up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4CA5AD2BA7FECE9-46124110-moraine

Another idea is to buy them for yourself, if you enjoy Starbucks pick up a few $10 cards to treat yourself later & help Moraine at the same time.

Simply fill out the form and turn it into the office with a check made out to Moraine PTA by Friday December 1st. Pickup will be Wednesday December 13th from 8:30am-9am & 3:30-4pm, in plenty of time for Christmas gifts.

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 Capitol Trip: CLICK HERE

- Heritage/Victorian Festival: CLICK HERE

- Fall Fling: 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.

Please join the PTA in showcasing your family’s heritage that makes up our Moraine community!

The 3rd annual International Night will take place on Friday, January 19 and our goal is to represent as many cultures as possible! Please visit HERE to reserve a table where you can showcase traditional clothing, food, customs, and much more!

For any questions, please contact Annie Hussein at ilannie1@gmail.com

For the 2023-2024 school year, Northville Public Schools is applying to receive grant funding through the State School Aid Act. This funding is designated for activities, services, or products necessary to improve or maintain the mental health of students and staff and/or improve student safety.

We are seeking input and feedback from district stakeholder groups, including students, parents and staff members, as we begin to develop a plan for the most appropriate use of the funds to support the mental health and safety needs of students, within the parameters of the grant.

Your input is valued greatly and we hope you take a few minutes and participate in this brief survey. We look forward to learning about your thoughts, ideas and priorities for use of these funds to support mental health and improve student safety.

Questions or comments may be directed to nps@northvilleschools.org.

Survey Link:

https://forms.gle/VhgGaR9eUASDqrfo6

This event will be held at the Northville High School Auditorium, located at 45700 Six Mile Road. The main focus will be discussions pertaining to school safety, the risks associated with social media and an in-depth exploration of the resources offered within the NTPD.

You will also have the opportunity to meet some of our officers and gain insights into their specific roles, including collaborative efforts with social workers, therapy dogs, School Resource Officers (SROs) and Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) officers.

Topics to be covered include:

- Online enticement
- Cyberbullying
- Sexting
- Phishing scams
- Social media applications and their uses
- Online threats
- Parental involvement

Our event presenters will be:

- CSO Andrew Domzalski
- SRO Michael Brown
- SRO Robert McFadden
- Det. Justin Norlock
- Social Worker Susan O'Brien

K-5 Parents/Guardians - Please join us on November 28th, 12:00 at Northville High School for a Lunch & Learn focused on our International Baccalaureate Programme in Northville Schools. IB strives to develop students who will build a better world through intercultural understanding and respect, alongside a healthy appetite for learning and excellence. MYP (Middle Years Programme) is a curriculum framework which supports all students grades 6-10. Both Meads Mill and Hillside middle schools are accredited; therefore, each student is considered an MYP student.

Come learn more about the IB Programme and have your questions answered. Dr Sandra Brock, Director of Instructional Programs & Services and Dr. James Davis, IB Coordinator and teacher at Northville High School will begin the presentation at 12:00pm at Northville High School. A parent panel will also share their experiences with the IB Programme.

Lunch will be provided but seats are limited, registration available and required to attend. You will receive a confirmation email upon completion of this registration form to confirm your seat.

Questions can be emailed to Tanya Pitkin, pitkinta@northvilleschools.org

We are happy to announce we will be doing a Tshirt Design Contest for Inclusion Week 2024- Design Entries are due November 21st!

This will be open to all Early Childhood/ Elementary and Middle Schools-- We will have the high school students be our voters! This can be done with classes, groups, individuals- however you choose!

Inclusion Week TShirt Design Entry Form designs are due November 21st!

The Northville Educational Foundation Thank A Staff Super Sub campaign is rolling into November 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? We're keeping the excitement alive with fresh opportunities to win every month.

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 November drawing right here!

https://www.supportnef.org/thank-a-staff

NYN Wellness Wednesday's are back! Check out our Fall Preview, along with our October programs and register today: bit.ly/nynwellnesswednesday23-24 . These programs support the physical, social, mental and emotional needs of students in our community. See flyers for more details!

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.