Hyatt's January - February Updates

Hello Hyatt Families,

Happy New Year! We hope you and your family enjoyed a restful and joyful winter break. As we begin this new year together, we are excited to welcome students back and look forward to the growth, learning, and successes that lie ahead.

As we settle back into school routines, building stamina is especially important for our early elementary learners. Stamina helps children strengthen their focus, persistence, and ability to engage in learning activities for longer periods of time. Families can support this at home by encouraging short periods of focused play or reading, gradually increasing the time as your child becomes more comfortable. Activities such as listening to a story without interruptions, completing a puzzle, drawing pictures, or playing simple board games all help children practice attention and self-regulation in fun, meaningful ways.

In the coming months, we have numerous exciting events planned during and after the school day. These opportunities are designed to support student learning, build community, and celebrate our school spirit. More details will be shared soon, and we hope you can join us when possible.

Thank you for your continued partnership and shared commitment to educating your children. We truly value your support and look forward to a successful year ahead.

Mrs. Carter and Mr. Strickert

Hello Hyatt Families! I want to take a moment to thank you for the care and attention you show each day in getting your children to school safely. Your partnership plays a vital role in keeping our students protected, especially during busy arrival times.

One important reminder I would like to share is the importance of seatbelt use and remaining seated while vehicles are in the drop-off line. Even when cars are stopped or moving slowly, children should stay buckled and remain in their seats until the vehicle has come to a complete stop and an adult is ready to assist. This helps prevent injuries and ensures everyone’s safety during the morning routine.

You can support this at home by talking with your child about why seatbelts matter and practicing safe car habits together. When children understand expectations and routines, they are more likely to follow them consistently—even during busy mornings.

Thank you for your continued cooperation and commitment to student safety. Working together, we can ensure that every child arrives at school ready for a great day of learning.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. I appreciate your support and look forward to keeping our school community safe.

There will be no school for students on Monday, January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Teachers will be participating in professional development.

Hearing and vision screenings will be occurring the week of January 20th. The screenings are free and will take place at Hyatt. Vision screenings will take place for our first and third grade students and hearing for our young 5's, kindergarten, and second graders.

Report cards will be visible and accessible to families through your ParentVue account beginning on Friday, January 24th. If you have problems accessing them, please let us know.

The second count day for the 24-25 school year is on Wednesday, February 11th. As in the fall, the State of Michigan audits school districts to determine their enrollment and provide student funding to support education. Please have your child at school or contact the office to excuse their absence.

There is no school on Monday, February 16th in observance of the federal holiday, President's Day.

Get ready for a fun and creative afternoon! On February 20th from 3:45–5:00 PM, we’re excited to host an after-school craft event that students won’t want to miss. Participants will enjoy making multiple hands-on crafts and will be treated to a snack and drink along the way. It’s a great opportunity for students to explore their creativity, spend time with friends, and unwind after the school day. Be on the lookout for the flyer coming soon from P.A.L.S. with all the details—we can’t wait to craft together! 🎨✨

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season! Please be sure to visit our this month's newsletter for our January and February insights. Inside you will find information about thyroid health, our district M.E.R.T. teams, and information from the health department. Enjoy!

There is an opportunity to order yearbooks for those who are interested. You can either click on the yearbook link or scan the QR Code. If you are interested, the cost is $14.50 per yearbook.

Winter has officially arrived and we continue to be on the verge of the next winter storm. Please make sure your child is prepared for the elements. Hats, gloves, warm coats, snow pants, and boots are all essential regardless of the changing weather patterns. It's always easier to have clothing you don't need for recess then it is to go outside wishing you had another layer of protection from the elements. If you are in need of winter gear, please contact the office.

Popcorn is for sale twice a month on Fridays and costs just a quarter a bag. Our wonderful parent volunteers make some of the best popcorn in Genesee County and the proceeds are donated back to a different classroom each week to help support classroom needs. Thank you everyone for your support and enjoy that delicious popcorn! Please look over the upcoming dates below:

1/16

1/30

2/6

2/20

3/6

3/20

4/17

5/1

5/15

We are continuing to SOAR at Hyatt as part of our district mission to support a positive culture in our schools! Our goal is to teach desirable behaviors that will serve our children well everywhere in our community and beyond! Throughout their day we focus on Staying Safe, Offering Kindness, Acting Responsibly, and showing Respect. The children are recognized individually with SOAR tickets and weekly through grade level drawings with donated prizes from our supportive P.A.L.S group, McDonalds, and Mancinos. This is a community commitment and something we are proud to support.

If you are interested in volunteering at the school, please contact your child’s teacher. We often are looking for an extra set of hands both in and out of the classroom. All volunteers are required to complete a background check before they can be approved to volunteer in the school. This is often referred to an ICHAT and must be completed for each semester to volunteer. Thank you!

1/16 End of the Semester

1/19 NO SCHOOL

2/13 NO SCHOOL - Teacher PD

2/16 No SCHOOL - President's Day

3/12 Half Day of School - Parent Teacher Conferences

3/13 NO SCHOOL - Teacher PD

3/28-4/5 Spring Break

5/4 MSTEP - ELA

5/11 MSTEP - Math

5/22 SOAR Day!

5/25 NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day

6/5 Half Day - Last Day of School