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March 26th, 2026

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Calendar Of Events Calendar Of Events

March 27th-April 3rd: No School (Spring Break)

April 14th: Pullen Kindergarten Kickoff 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (see flyer below)

April 17th: 2nd Grade Field Trip to Mid Michigan Children's Museum (9:00 am - 2:00 pm)

May 18th: 2nd Grade Visit To McGuire 9:15 am - 11:00 am (see flyer below)

May 21st: 2nd Grade Breakfast 9:00 am (student only event) (see flyer below)

May 25th: No School (Memorial Day Weekend/Holiday)

May 29th: Field Day & Walk-A-Thon (more information coming soon)

June 1st: Summer Send-Off (more information coming soon)

June 3rd: Kindergarten Graduation (more information coming soon)

June 4th: Last Day of School (Half Day, 11:47 am Dismissal) & Report Cards Sent Home

Pullen & Vowles Preschool Calendar

Click on the link below for the 2025/2026 preschool calendar.

Preschool Calendar
Click Here

Daily Schedule Daily Schedule

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Staff Shout Out Staff Shout Out

Let us know how our staff is doing and help us recognize them by completing our Staff Shout Out. You can recognize an amazing teacher or staff member by filling out a few questions in the link below.

Pullen Staff Shout Out
Click Here

New & Noteworthy New & Noteworthy

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Strive For Five!

Being in school each day helps students stay connected, keep up with learning, and feel a sense of belonging. Even a few missed days can add up quickly.


Let’s work together to show Oiler Pride and strive for five or fewer absences!

Attendance Matters - Here Students Find More
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Learn To Skate

Our second graders are having a wonderful time at their weekly "Learn To Skate" lessons at Martin Ice Arena!

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Art To Remember

Your child has created an amazing piece of artwork at school in connection with Art to Remember, which is a fundraiser for the Pullen Art Department.You have the chance to turn their art into custom keepsakes. This is the perfect opportunity to order items for yourself, grandparents, aunts, uncles, or any other special person in your child’s life. It's a gift that will be treasured forever.


You can search your child’s artwork by clicking the link: Pullen Online Portal. Simply fill in your child’s first and last name. If you have any questions, please contact Pullen’s art teacher, Ms. Melaragno at mmelaragno@mp.edzone.net . Thank you for your support!

PAW Draws

Here are some of our PAW draw winners! Great job everyone!

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GRASP Summer Reading & Math Program

Mt. Pleasant Public Schools are pleased to connect you with the GRASP program! GRASP is a correspondence program for grades K-8 which helps students maintain reading and math skills over the summer.


Students receive a packet of materials with a booklet, containing 9 lessons. This booklet has units of review exercises to be completed each week. Completed lessons are mailed to GRASP, where they are scored and returned to your child with comments. Parents can score scan sheets with their cell phones instead of mailing them in! Parents will receive an email with more information after the registration is processed.


Students who successfully complete at least 7 of the 9 lessons with 70% accuracy, are awarded a certificate. Students completing all 9 lessons with 70% accuracy will receive a medal. (Medals and certificates will be distributed to your child’s school).



If you would like an enrollment form please call Pullen at 989-775-2270. Forms and payment are due to Pullen no later than Friday, April 24th, 2026.

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Kindergarten Kickoff

We are taking sign ups for our 2026/2027 Kindergarten Kickoff! If you have a child or know a family who has a child that will be 5 years old by September 1st, 2026 or December 1st, 2026 (with a waiver) they are able to attend Junior Kindergarten or Kindergarten. Here is the registration link to sign up for Kindergarten Kickoff: https://forms.gle/cMwriFP9Hzc3tqHJ7

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February 26, 2026

Preschool Registration 2026/2027

Applications for the 2026/2027 school year are open. Children must be 4 years old by December 1, 2026 to attend. Apply here:

https://miearlychildhood.org/index.php

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Students Of The Month Students Of The Month

Congratulations to our March students of the month who have exemplified our CKH theme of "Courage"! Keep up the great work, we are very proud of youđŸ’œ

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Update From The District Nurse Update From The District Nurse

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When Is Sick Too Sick for School?

We know daily attendance matters, and being at school every day supports learning, relationships, and routines. At the same time, keeping our schools healthy is essential.

Please take a moment to watch this short message from our District Nurse, Korin Weber, as she shares guidance on when students should stay home and when it’s safe to return.

When students are healthy, every day counts — let’s Show Your Oiler Pride and Strive for Five by being at school on time, every day possible!

A Message From Our District Nurse, Korin Weber
Click Here For Video

The Counselor's Corner The Counselor's Corner

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Youth Services Officer Updates Youth Services Officer Updates

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Capturing Kids Hearts Capturing Kids Hearts

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Classroom Snacks & Treats Classroom Snacks & Treats

Please read our guidelines in regards to classroom snacks and treats.

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Student Handbook Student Handbook

Our student handbook has been updated. Please click the link below to view this document. If you would like a printed copy please contact the office at 989-775-2270.

Pullen Handbook
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Breakfast and Lunch Information Breakfast and Lunch Information

As of March 1st SFE will no longer be printing menus to send home. Menus will be emailed to families. We will also post our menu on our Facebook page as well as in this newsletter.

Dietary Restrictions

If your child has a food allergy or dietary restrictions please document that information in Final Forms and call the office so we can send home the dietary restrictions form, inform your child's teacher and the food services department.

What's On The Menu?

Click the link below to see our breakfast and lunch menus.

Nutrislice Menus
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Reminder: No Outside Food For Student Lunches Reminder: No Outside Food For Student Lunches

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This is a friendly reminder of our no outside food policy for student lunch times. Students may bring their lunch to school from home or choose a school lunch option. Please do not bring/order meals from restaurants/fast food establishments for your student. We understand that students have different tastes and may not eat certain foods. If meals from restaurants/fast food establishments are brought to the school the student will have to eat in the office. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding in this matter.

Nutrition Club Nutrition Club

MPPS Nutrition Club is a unique community support that provides supplemental, weekend food twice a month to participating students.

If your son or daughter qualifies for free or reduced school meals and this nutritional support is needed, he or she is welcome to be enrolled and participate in the MPPS – Nutrition Club.

MPPS - Nutrition Club is made possible through an amazing partnership with the Community Compassion Network and Greater Lansing Food Bank. Financial support is provided by generous donations from many community members and organizations including Mount Pleasant City Women’s Club, Mount Pleasant Area Community Foundation, First United Methodist Church and many other local businesses and groups. In addition there is a multitude of volunteers who donate their time to make this program happen.

To enroll your child in the MPPS - Nutrition Club, simply complete Mount Pleasant Nutrition Club form in Final forms or click on the enrollment form below. You must also complete the Education Benefits form in Final Forms.


Form to complete for Nutrition Club

Pullen Elementary Matrix Pullen Elementary Matrix

At Pullen Elementary our school expectations are Purpose, Attitude, Wise Choices, and Safety. We are committed to teaching and reinforcing positive behavior expectations in all areas of the school from the classroom to the playground. Each of our four expectations are taught, modeled and practiced every day in all settings. We understand that our students are still growing and developing mentally and socially, so we recognize it is always a work in progress when teaching and reteaching expectations. We appreciate your partnership in supporting our Panthers to make Pullen a great place to learn.

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MPPS Calendar MPPS Calendar

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2025/2026 Full MPPS Calendar
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2026/2027 MPPS Calendar

Final Forms Student Information & Documents Final Forms Student Information & Documents

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We will continue to utilize Final Forms for all of our enrollment and record-keeping purposes. Please update your information and complete all documents in Final Forms annually. Pullen Elementary and MPPS communications will come in the form of emails, messages and phone calls based on the information in Final Forms. If your information is not accurate you may miss important communications.

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Final Forms
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Transportation Transportation

Request For Transportation Form
Click Here
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Morning Arrival And Afternoon Dismissal Morning Arrival And Afternoon Dismissal

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MPPS Touchstone Newsletter MPPS Touchstone Newsletter

Click on the link below to see all of the amazing things happening at MPPS.

MPPS August Touchstone Newsletter
Click Here

Before and After School Care Information Before and After School Care Information

SACC (School Age Child Care) Before School Care

Before school care is provided by SACC. They can be reached at 989-775-2340 ext. 25120 for more program information and registration.

PEAK After School Care

After school care is provided by PEAK. They can be reached at 989-779-5331. For more information on the after school program please click on the link below.

PEAK Program
Click Here

Attendance Policy & Reviews Attendance Policy & Reviews

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Click the link below to view the full MPPS attendance policy.

Typically, once per month, each building reviews student attendance to be sure students are attending school consistently. Our attendance pulls are based on 10% of the days we have been in session at that point. Following attendance reviews, notification letters will be sent to families.


  • Level 1 - First Time Reaching the 10% Absence Threshold: A Level 1 Truancy Letter will be sent via email to inform parents/guardians of the concern.
  • Level 2 - Second Time Reaching the 10% Absence Threshold: A Level 2 Truancy Letter will be sent via email. Additionally, an intervention may be put in place to ensure your student's regular attendance.
  • Level 3 - Third Time Reaching the 10% Absence Threshold: A Level 3 Truancy Letter will be sent via email. Additionally, an intervention may be put in place to ensure your student's regular attendance.
We are supported by the GIRESD Truancy Officer for student cases that meet the threshold when there has not been improvement in attendance. We appreciate home support before getting to this level.


Please note: If no improvement is made in a student's attendance, the levels will progress, with additional interventions and notifications occuring at each stage.

MPPS Attendance Policy
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Medication At School Medication At School

All medication forms are available for pickup from the office. If you would like a copy emailed to you please call us. All medication forms are also available on the MPPS website. Please click the link below to access the MPPS School Nurse Resources page to access all of our current health guidelines.

MPPS School Nurse Resources
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Popcorn Friday's Popcorn Friday's

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Each Friday we will sell Popcorn for $.50/bag. Students can bring their coins or dollar bills in sandwich baggies from home or coin envelopes the teacher sends home. Teachers will collect popcorn money in the morning and place the order for delivery to the student during the school day. The money made from popcorn sales go directly to the teacher who sponsors the given week and our PTO.

Volunteer At Pullen Volunteer At Pullen

If you would like to volunteer at Pullen Elementary, help with popcorn, join your child on field trips, or volunteer in the building for events, you must fill out the volunteer application on the MPPS website.


This form must be submitted every school year.

Volunteer Application
Click Here

Pullen PTO Pullen PTO

Please consider joining our amazing Pullen PTO. Meetings are open to all Pullen families. PTO is involved in many projects and events throughout the school year, as well as various fund raising efforts that benefit our students and staff. *Please note the date changes for March and April's meetings.

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MPPS Delays and Closures MPPS Delays and Closures

In the event MPPS has a three hour delay we will follow the schedule below. School delays or cancellations will be sent out to families via mass emails, phone calls, text messages and social media posts.

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Social Media Social Media

Follow us on Facebook! We post most of our updates, information and events on this platform. Search for Pullen Elementary on Facebook or click the link below.

Pullen Facebook Page
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MPPS Website and App MPPS Website and App

Mt. Pleasant Public Schools

https://www.mtpleasantschools.net/

We Also Have An App

Scroll to the bottom of the main page and click on either the App Store or Google Play button.

MPPS Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/mtpleasantschools/

Instagram

Username: MPPSOILERS

Pullen Elementary

https://www.mtpleasantschools.net/o/pes

Community Events & Resources Community Events & Resources

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Office Contacts Office Contacts

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251 S. Brown St

Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

Phone: 989-775-2270

Fax: 989-775-2274

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