The Sheiko Weekly Update

Dear Sheiko Families,

It has been a wonderful week of learning at Sheiko Elementary! Our students continue to amaze us with their curiosity and enthusiasm.

We have not one, but two Big Announcements this week!

Our first Big Announcement is about our upcoming Multicultural Night on Friday, March 14th, from 6:30-7:30 PM. This exciting event will allow students to explore and celebrate the diverse cultures represented in our community. Each student will receive a "passport" to "visit" different countries, writing down the names of the countries they learn about at each station. They'll even get a "stamp" for every country they explore! In addition to learning about different cultures, we’ll have a martial arts station, a cultural dance station, and delicious food from a few countries for everyone to enjoy. It’s a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community and appreciate the rich diversity that makes Sheiko so special.

Our second Big Announcement is that we’re diving into a Pine Tree Book together! Grab your copy of "The One and Only Family" by Katherine Applegate from the Sheiko Library or the West Bloomfield Library. I’ll be reading the book to students on March 11th, 12th, 17th, 19th, and 20th from 7:30-8:00 PM each night. Join us on Zoom: https://wbsd-org.zoom.us/j/4211617208. This is a wonderful way to share the joy of reading together—don't miss it!

We hope you can join us for these exciting events!
Have a wonderful weekend, and as always, Gooooooooooo Lakers!

Your partner in education,

Blaine McDowell

MARCH 12TH-LATE START (school begins at 9:20am)

MARCH 24TH-28TH- Spring Break

APRIL 2ND- LATE START

APRIL 18TH- NO SCHOOL

APRIL 23RD- LATE START

MAY 7TH- LATE START

MAY 21ST- LATE START

MAY 23RD- FIELD DAY

We are so excited for Allison Pargoff - named Teacher of the Year!

&

Suzy Lederman - named 2025 Support Person of the Year!

We could not be more proud!

Dear Second Grade Families,

West Bloomfield Schools would like to provide important information about our District-wide program for academically curious and imaginative students entering the third grade, the Magnet Program at Scotch Elementary School. This unique program is designed to meet the specific needs of the highly motivated learner in a rigorous multi-age class community. Students are placed into flexible groups of third, fourth, and fifth graders that vary with the curriculum taught. Students have an opportunity to stretch the boundaries of learning in a collaborative and innovative environment. Please visit our District website for more information on program details.

https://www.wbsd.org/scotch-elementary-school/about-us/magnetprogram

Our neighbors in Southwest Detroit need our help. Over 400 homes have been left without gas,
water, heat, electricity and the people and families have been displaced due to the recent
water main break which has flooded their homes.

The community needs:
*Water bottles *NEW socks & undergarments of all types and sizes
*Personal hygiene items: toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner
* Food & Snacks such as: Anything to easily warm up in a microwave. Soups, ramen noodles,
boxes of cereal, bars of any kind. * Diapers and baby wipes
* New or in good shape game boards, puzzles, crayons and coloring books
For the cleanup efforts they would appreciate donations of:
- Gloves: Any kind
- Garbage bags/ Cleaning rags
- Cleaning supplies: ex: Clorox, Bleach for residents in the cleaning stage
- Buckets and mops
- Laundry detergent & fabric softener
- Cleaning wipes – paper towels

We will be collecting items through March 31st. There will be a collection box in the main office. Thank you for helping our neighbors in need!

Footings are being poured for our new school!

Please be reminded that parents/caregivers are expected to be at the bus stop in the afternoon. If there is not an adult at the bus stop, the child will be brought back to school for parent pick up. If a child is returned to school three or more times, this could result in loss of bus transportation, and we don't want that to happen. In addition, students may not walk to a convenience store, for example, and wait for a parent or caregiver. The bus driver needs to see that the parent/caregiver is present. Thank you for keeping all of our Sheiko Lakers safe!

PE NEWS

This week in PE students played pizza tag and practiced dribbling. Some classes had free time at the end of class to play a game or practice shooting the ball. Next week will continue with our basketball unit. Have a great weekend!

Mrs. Scott

Have you ever thought about being more involved with PTO? Maybe you would like to run for president, vice president, secretary, or treasurer. We will send out all of the board position descriptions shortly, but if you are interested, please email us at: SheikoLakersPTO@gmail.com

Mark your calendar for May 20th at 7 p.m. if you are interested in running for a position or voting for those who are running! Thank you in advance!

Spring Break Camps

• 1/2 Day Mad Science Camp, More Info Here
• Full Day Multi-Sports Camp, More Info Here

Summer Camp

• More info coming soon! Direct parents here to fill out a short interest form.

Sheiko Elementary

Grades Eligible to Purchase: PRK - 5

Yearbook ID: 14477425

Download the app for access to a real time bus locator. Check out the Bus Tracker flyer with step by step instructions. Be sure to use our school access code 4079WBSD

For detailed instructions on how to set up the app please see the attachment below.

Parents of WBSD students can apply to receive six non-perishable meals each Friday of the school year. The goal of Fueling Kids' Futures is to make sure no child goes hungry on the weekend. Run by volunteers, there is NO cost to the families. For the application, click here.

Email: blaine.mcdowell@wbsd.org
Website: https://www.wbsd.org/sheiko-elementary
Location: 3380 Orchard Lk Rd West Bloomfield, 48324
Phone: 248-865-6370
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/225210744201191
Twitter: @BlaineMcDowell