Central Elementary
Parent Newsletter 11/7/25
A Note from Mr. Hamilton, Principal
Greetings,
The school year sure is fast moving! We’ve had a busy stretch these past few weeks, with so many good things happening every day. It is such a joy watching your kiddos grow and stride out as learners. I am hopeful you enjoyed your recent parent/teacher conference(s). If they're scheduled for the week ahead, we look forward to highlighting your child’s ongoing success. Again, we are better together!
As the holiday season approaches, we know this is a busy and sometimes stressful stretch. Please use this newsletter as an opportunity to remain informed, plan ahead, and get connected. We hope to see you at the Central Skate party coming up on Monday!
From a CKH perspective, this month we're working on Teamwork and before we know it we'll be pivoting into the theme of Responsibility. Also, very soon, Music will come to a close and give way to our Art rotation. We are excited about the upcoming holiday concerts our DK/K and 1st-4th students will participate in. With nearly a third of the year now in our rear-view, I want to thank you for raising such amazing kids, and sharing them with us!
As always, please reach out with any questions or concerns.
Cordially,
Cody
10-24-25
10-31-25
11-7-25
11/10 - Central Skate Party at Jumpin' Jupiter 5:30pm
11/12 - 3rd & 4th Grade Links Flag Football tournament in GR
11/14 - DK to Muskegon Nature Preserve
11/15 - Turkey Trot at the Muskegon Luge
11/17 - Birr & Brandford to Duck Creek Natural Area
11/17 - Braman, Nauta, Tindall to Snug Harbor
11/20 - 1st grade to MCC Planetarium
11/26-11/28 - No School - Thanksgiving Break
12/1 - Music Rotation Ends & Art Rotation Starts
12/1 - Holiday Concert Grades 1st-4th
12/2 - Holiday Concert Grades DK/K
News from KickStart to Career
- 1st-5th Grade Fall Deposit Day: They will be holding a Deposit Day on November 13th. This will only be for 1st-5th graders. Envelopes coming home this week. Watch video below.
Families are able to check their child's account deposits and balance in PowerSchool under the KickStart tab on the left.
Please Keep Our School Grounds and Neighboring Yards Clean
Please be respectful of our school grounds and those around us by keeping the area litter free.
Thank You!
HAND 2 HAND PROGRAM
Online registration for the 2025-2026 school year still welcome.
CKH Corner
Our Capturing Kids' Hearts theme for the month of November is: Teamwork.
PARENT PORTAL - Required each school year
The link to access the parent portal is in the document below.
Library Schedule
Mondays: Ream, Braman, Bradford, Ms Nicole, Workman, Birr, Tindall, Burmeister, English
Tuesdays: Sandee, Ruiz, Nauta, Mack, Droski, McGreavy, Wahr, Gartland, Groothuis
If you have any questions regarding library, please email Mrs. Wynn at wynna@reeths-puffer.org or call her at 231-744-1693 ext 2550.
Breakfast and Lunch in the Cafeteria
IMPORTANT NOTE: Breakfast and Lunch will be served in the cafeteria. At this point both meals will be free to all students through the end of September. You can set up a lunch account at familyportal.cloud and deposit money if your child would like to purchase alacarte items. Students can also bring a check or cash to school to be deposited into their account. Please send it in an envelope marked "lunch account" and include the student and teacher names. Thank you!
Breakfast Schedule
8:25 - 8:45am
Grade DK: 11:20 - 11:50
Grade K: 11:25 - 11:55
Grade 1: 11:30 - 12:00
Grade 2: 11:45 - 12:15
Grade 3: 11:55 - 12:25
Grade 4: 12:00 - 12:30
Lost and Found is Piling Up
Please remind your student to pick up their jackets they may take off during recess. If your child is missing any items, have them check the lost and found. Parents are welcome to stop in to take a look as well.
MEDICATION AT SCHOOL
Medications which need to be taken in school must be administered by certified school personnel (or designee) in the presence of another adult. Parents must bring medication to the school office in the original container and file a written statement. NO STUDENT MAY BRING ANY MEDICATION TO SCHOOL.
Contact the office if you have any questions.
Early pick-ups = Tardy or Absence
When students are picked up early:
Within the last hour before dismissal = Tardy
An hour or more before dismissal = Absence
Student Cell Phones and other Texting Devices at School Need to Remain in the Backpack in the Locker
Cell phones and/or texting devices can be disruptive to the educational environment. Students are not permitted to carry them during the school day - this includes during recess and lunch. When possible, parents should communicate through school staff. If these items are brought to school and are seen, they will be taken away. Items will be held by the principal until a parent or guardian comes to school to pick them up. Apple watches are discouraged, but if worn, should only be used as a watch. If seen talking on or texting with an Apple watch, the watch will remain in the office until a parent or guardian comes to school to pick it up. Thank you for your observance of this policy.
NO PETS ON SCHOOL PROPERTY
Please do not bring your pets on school property for the safety of our students and staff. Service animals are welcome.
Thank you for your understanding!
Central Elementary
Website: www.reeths-puffer.org
Location: 1807 West Giles Road, Muskegon, MI, USA
Phone: 231-744-1693
