R-PEL Parent Communication 1/18/26
Respect, Pride, Integrity - The Rocket Way
Hello R-PEL Families!
Enjoy the long weekend and have a great MLK Day!
We are about halfway through the school year and this is a great time to pause, reflect and adjust our goals. Students came back with new energy and we are ready to help them keep growing. We will continue to focus on kindness(Respect), hard work(Pride), and doing our best every day(Integrity). Thank you for supporting your child at home. We are excited for all the learning ahead in the new year.
If you have any questions or need help, please reach out to us.
231-744-4777
Go Rockets!
Paul
Capturing Kids' Hearts
Did you know that R-PEL is a two year in a row National Showcase School for CKH?
What is Capturing Kids' Hearts? CKH is a program for teachers that focuses on building strong, positive relationships between students and staff to foster a safe and supportive school environment.
You may have heard your kids talking about their Social Contract in their classroom, if not, ask them what that is!
January's Theme is Respect
What is Respect?
Respect is the willingness and ability to act professionally and thoughtfully with ourselves and others. Leaders can deal respectfully with opposition and provide space for both dignity and differences to coexist.
PTO
CLICK HERE FOR THE PTO NEWSLETTER
Next Meeting:
Tuesday, January 20th, 4:00 in the Library. Enter through door #21
I'm pleased to announce our PTO Officers for the Executive Board for the 25-26 school year.
- President - Jacob Grabinski
- Vice President - Courtnie Flater
- Secretary - Logan Parmelee
- Treasurer - Jennifer Vuyst
If you have any questions please contact our PTO President, Jacob Grabinski @231-206-1129
RP Wellness
RP Wellness Night at The Muskegon Luge: Wednesday, January 28th from 4:00-9:00pm (discounted passes will be offered) Flyer
January BINGO and 100 Hours Outside Note and Recording Sheet
January BINGO due by Monday, February 2nd
100 Hours Sheet due by Monday, April 13 (no prizes for this)
Food Service Information
Upcoming Dates
1/19 - No School MLK Day
2/6 - 1/2 day, dismiss at 12:00 - Professional Development
2/16 & 2/17 - No School, Winter Break
Child Car Seat & Seat Belt Rules (Ages 0–13) - UPDATED APRIL 2, 2025
Michigan Safety Guidelines — Simple Guide for Families
🚗 Where Should Kids Sit?
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Children under 13 years old should ride in the back seat whenever possible.
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If all back seats are taken by other kids, then the child may ride in the front seat.
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Rear-facing seats may go in the front only if the airbag is turned off.
👶 Infant to 2 Years
Rear-Facing Car Seat
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Must ride rear-facing until age 2
OR until they reach the seat’s height/weight limit.
🧒 Ages 2 to 5
Forward-Facing Car Seat
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After outgrowing rear-facing, use a forward-facing seat until age 5
OR until they reach that seat’s height/weight limit.
🧒➡️👦 Ages 5 to 8
Booster Seat
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Use a booster with a lap-shoulder belt until age 8
OR until the child is 4 ft. 9 in. tall.
👦➡️🧑 Ages 8 to 13
Regular Seat Belt
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Child uses a properly fitting seat belt.
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Should stay in the back seat when possible.
💡 Safety Tip
Keep your child in each type of seat as long as they fit, based on the manufacturer’s height/weight rules.
⚠️ Reminder
Not following these rules may result in a civil infraction (a ticket).
FREE Family Movie Days at the Frauenthal Center are back!
We’re rolling out the red carpet for another season of FREE Family Movie Days at the historic Frauenthal Theater, presented by Howmet Aerospace Foundation.
Bring the whole family for an afternoon of fun, laughter, and movie magic - all for free! No tickets needed, just show up, grab your favorite snacks, and enjoy.
Bonus Fun: Each movie will have special movie-themed activity that will make the day even more memorable!
2025/26 Movie Day Lineup:
September 21 - Jumanji (1995) - PG
October 19 - Beetlejuice (1988) - PG13
November 16 - Wicked: Sing Along - PG
December 21 - The Polar Express - G
January 4 - Jurassic Park (1993) - PG13
February 15 - Inside Out & Inside Out 2 - PG
March 15 - Hidden Figures - PG
April 19 - The Book of Life - PG
May 17 - Star Wars: A New Hope - PG
Stay in touch...
Office Hours:
The school office will resume regular office hours on Wednesday, August 6th. We will be open 8:00 - 4:00 daily.
231-744-4777
Paul Klimsza
Principal
