Morford Monthly Memo
October/November 2024 * * Central Elementary
I think we can say now that Fall has officially arrived! The mornings are a bit more brisk and the winds at Recess are a bitter cold with a breeze. Please help support your 4th and 5th grade students with the appropriate school clothes. Students will be going outside for Recess each day so it is important that they have the proper gear. If by chance your student has misplaced something we do have a lost and found in the cafeteria. Make sure to have them check for any items they may have misplaced.
It's hard to believe we are already planning for Halloween! Students are able to wear their Halloween costumes to school on Thursday, October 31st. Please contact your child's teacher or the office with any questions. A few reminders regarding costumes and the day:
- Children may wear their costumes to school
- No masks will be allowed for safety.
- Face paint dries out the skin and will likely become an irritant as the day progresses, so it is recommended that you save this portion of the costume for trick-or-treating at home
- Leave any "weapon like" accessories at home
- Please be sure that costumes are school appropriate.
So long as students are able to engage in their learning for the day they will be able to stay in their costumes. You may want to pack another choice of clothes as students will go about their daily schedule of specials, Recess, etc. 4th graders will be going on a field trip on this day so be sure to have students dress appropriately.
Central Elementary will be hosting a presentation on OK2SAY – Michigan’s student safety for students in 4th and 5th grades the week of November 11th.
The program is designed to inform students how they can help make their school and community safer by reporting dangerous and concerning behaviors to a trusted adult or OK2SAY.
Students in 4th – 5th grade learn essential rules for being safe and responsible online. We teach common internet predator grooming techniques and how students can protect their information online. We emphasize the difference between “tattling” and “telling” and help distinguish between rude, mean, and bullying behavior. We discuss appropriate responses to cyberbullying. These topics are supported using several dynamic videos. The students are also introduced to the OK2SAY student safety program and encouraged to always talk to a trusted adult when they see or hear about something that is not right. Please take a moment to review the videos featured in the presentation.
Additional information and resources are available at OK2SAY(ok2say.com).
If you do NOT want your child to participate, be sure to return the bottom of this sheet to your student's teacher by Friday, November 8th.
Linden Community Schools’ has implemented a Positive School Climate initiative. All buildings use the S.O.A.R. acronym. At Central Elementary we Stay Safe, Offer Kindness, Act Responsibly, and Remember Respect. Each classroom has a positive behavior matrix that provides expectations for students to be successful learners. The school has a schoolwide matrix that lays out expectations throughout the school like that on the playground, in the cafeteria, in the hallway and in the bathrooms. Morning announcements, classroom lessons, and student recognition with SOAR tickets help to build understanding and reward desirable attributes in our school community.
Ask your 4th or 5th grader...,.,.how did you SOAR today at Central?
Congrats to Mrs. Bieber who was named as the staff member of the month for October. Her colleagues had this to say about her: Amy is so dedicated to her students. She is soft spoken but yet has high expectations for her students. She understands their struggles and shows compassion. Every time she is seen in the hallways, she is so positive and has kind words to share. She does so much for her students, and goes out of her way to integrate their learning into other classrooms in the building, activities, and outside of school activities. She really puts her heart and soul into her job and it shows!
Congrats Amy!
Congrats Theresa!
Have you completed the form for Education Benefits? Although meals are free this year, we still need an Education Benefits Application completed. This information is critical in determining the amount of money that our school receives from a variety of State and Federal supplemental programs like Title I A, At-risk (31a), Title II A, E-Rate, etc. If you haven't already completed the form please take a moment to do so. Access the form here. You may also click on this link for Frequently Asked Questions.
Central El. PALS extends a great big THANK YOU for your generous support of our recent PALS Fun Run fundraiser. The fundraiser was a huge success and your contributions will make a significant impact, helping us to enrich our students' educational experiences. The students loved celebrating the conclusion of the fundraiser with the Fun Run on the LHS track!
We truly appreciate your involvement and dedication to our school community.
Our next monthly PALS meeting is scheduled for 6pm on Thursday, November 7th at the multipurpose center. We’d love to have you join us!