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Magi Messenger: September 16, 2024

Magi Messenger: September 16, 2024
Magi Messenger:September 16, 2024

Superintendent's Monday Magi Message Superintendent's Monday Magi Message

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Happy Monday, Magi Families!

The school year is off to a fantastic start with excitement, collaboration, and strong momentum. Last week, the principals and I shared student spring testing data that showed significant gains in several areas over the past two years. Also last week, students completed wellness surveys, and our team is already working on ways to enhance support for all students based on their input. This progress is a testament to the hard work of our students, staff, and the positive work happening in our classrooms.


Two highlights from last week: our seniors presented homecoming community plans, and our 4th graders visited Thurston Woods to connect with residents. We’re incredibly proud of our students!

IMPORTANT: This Thursday: School Messenger Opt-In IMPORTANT: This Thursday: School Messenger Opt-In

Exciting news! We're rolling out School Messenger to keep you in the loop with important updates for all staff and families. It’s super important that all parents and guardians opt-in, so you don’t miss out on any essential info. You can start opting in today by following the simple steps provided. Plus, on Thursday, September 19th at 5:00 pm, keep an eye out for a text from us! You can reply to it and easily opt-in for future alerts. Don’t miss out—stay connected and stay informed!

Important Upcoming Events/Dates For Families Important Upcoming Events/Dates For Families

Picture Day Information! Picture Day Information!

PEG Mom & Son Event & Fundraiser! PEG Mom & Son Event & Fundraiser!

Coming Soon: Penny Wars & Trivia Night Coming Soon: Penny Wars & Trivia Night

Penny Wars Fundraiser @ CHS! Penny Wars Fundraiser @ CHS!

Still A Couple of GSRP Preschool Openings! Still A Couple of GSRP Preschool Openings!

Inspire Students at "What To Be Wednesday" – Join Us!

We’re excited to invite you to be part of this year’s "What To Be Wednesday" at Colon Community Schools on Wednesday, October 30, at 10 AM! Share your career journey and advice with students in grades 5-12. Sessions are short—just 15 minutes—so you’ll have the chance to meet and inspire even more students. Your total time commitment will be around 60-70 minutes, and we’ll provide lunch for those who can stay! Help shape the future by sharing your career experience. Join us!


RSVP Here: https://tinyurl.com/WhatToBeMagi2024

Captured Magic: A Week of Wonder at Our Schools Captured Magic: A Week of Wonder at Our Schools

iReady Data Is Available For Parents! iReady Data Is Available For Parents!

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Last week, we assessed students in both reading and math at CES and CHS to gather baseline data. This information will help us provide personalized interventions and instructional support for students. During our professional learning session on Monday, September 16th, our staff will begin using this data to better meet student needs.

Parents play a crucial role in this process. Please review the steps to access your student’s data on iReady to stay informed and involved.

Parent Information For iReady: https://tinyurl.com/Parent-iReady-Colon

New Math Curriculum Resources For Families & Parents New Math Curriculum Resources For Families & Parents

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Visit: https://tinyurl.com/ColonMathMagi

Transportation/Bus Resources Transportation/Bus Resources

🚌📱 Stay connected with our bus updates! 📱🚌 Stay informed about your child's bus route with timely text alerts for changes or delays. We know unexpected changes can be stressful, so sign up for updates to get notified instantly. Follow the instructions that will be sent home on Monday, or use the provided links. Thank you for trusting us to transport your child!


Black Rhino visit rmd.at/blackrhin

Green Lizard visit rmd.at/greenlizar

Red Camel visit rmd.at/redcame

Orange Butterfly visit rmd.at/6eh3996

Blue Horse visit rmd.at/74777477


If you have questions, please contact Heather in Transportation: 269-432-3231 - Press 1 or email hwordelman@colonschools.org

More sign-up information is linked here.

School Savings - Sturgis Bank & Trust School Savings - Sturgis Bank & Trust

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Tuesday Mornings @ CES!

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Thursday Mornings @ CHS!

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Thank you Sturgis Bank!

https://www.colonschools.org/o/colon/page/parent-resource-center

Parent Resources Parent Resources

Visit this site for resources to start the new year:

https://www.colonschools.org/o/colon/page/parent-resource-center

Elementary CARE Program Elementary CARE Program

We are 3 years running... Our No-Cost CARE Program Sign-Up can be found at:

https://tinyurl.com/CES-CARE-24

Schedules & Calendars Schedules & Calendars

https://tinyurl.com/magi24-25-calendar

For access to all bell schedules: click on this link.

School & District Contacts School & District Contacts

Click here for main contacts: https://tinyurl.com/ColonContactsMagi

You can also see our website's staff page for additional staff contacts: https://www.colonschools.org/staff

Eventlink: Parent Guidance Eventlink: Parent Guidance

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Super Important Eventlink Documents To Help You Add Calendars!

All Events For Colon Community Schools Eventlink Info

NEWLY ADDED: Eventlink Guidance For Parents & Community

Curious why everyone loves attending and working in our schools? 🤔 Dive into our YouTube page to find out! 🎥🌟 Make Colon Community Schools your destination district or join our team! https://www.youtube.com/@ColonCommunitySchools

Remember To Check Your Student's PowerSchool! Remember To Check Your Student's PowerSchool!

Past Editions Of Keeping Up With The Magi

Colon Magi Athletics Colon Magi Athletics

Our new website with incredible resources for athletes and families of athletes is: https://colonathletics.com/

https://colonathletics.com/

Class of 2025 Information: Parents & Students Class of 2025 Information: Parents & Students

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In the coming weeks we will be posting lots of information about senior events, opportunities & more for students & families. Mrs. Spidle & Ms. Kevnick work together to update our scholarship page located at: https://www.colonschools.org/o/colon/page/scholarship-opportunities

Click Here To Visit Our District Website For Even More

St. Joseph County's Project Connect St. Joseph County's Project Connect

Family, Teen & Parent Resources from MDE Family, Teen & Parent Resources from MDE

Missed An Update? You can see all of our past editions! Missed An Update? You can see all of our past editions!

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Click Here For Keeping Up With The Magi Newsletters
https://www.colonschools.org/o/colon/page/enroll-now
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PowerSchool

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PowerSchool Login Help

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Google Classroom/Other Communications

Superintendent Rachel Kowalski
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