Shepherd Elementary Weekly Update

Wanted to send this out today so everyone could see the fun we had this week! Just a reminder that there is NO SCHOOL for students on Tuesday, November 3rd. Have a great weekend!

Shepherd Elementary Staff

November 3rd- No school for students

November 10th- Raising Resilient Kids Family Series - 6pm

November 13th- Half day for students

November 21st- Shepherd Elementary Arts & Craft Show

Thank you to our walk-up drop-off and pick-up families for parking across the street and using the crosswalk! Your cooperation helps keep our students safe.

Please use the parking lot across the street, shown in the first photo, during 7:40–8:00 a.m. and 2:40–3:05 p.m. If you are walking your child to or from school—or visiting the office during these times—please park there and use the crosswalk.

Please do not park in the main lot for drop-off or pick-up during these times. The direct entrance shown in the second photo will be blocked with cones. Families dropping off or picking up students by car should use the drop-off loop.

Families who have received a parking pass for a student with special needs should also enter through the drop-off loop to access the main parking lot.

Thank you for helping arrival and dismissal run safely and smoothly! If you have questions or concerns, please contact Carrie Gauthier, Superintendent

Check out this infographic from our Family Engagement event! It highlights key tips and tools for helping kids build resilience."

Please take a moment to login to final Forms to update the educational benefits form. Use the QR code to login or click the link FinalForms.

-Contact the school to make sure that we have the correct phone number and email address for you in the PikMyKid system.

-Then delete your existing PikMyKid account and register again using the updated phone number listed in the student's profile.

-Once you complete the registration, you should be able to see their child's profile in the app.

Chronic absenteeism is a growing concern across Michigan, and improving student attendance has become an important focus for school districts throughout the state. In partnership with Gratiot-Isabella RESD (GIRESD), our district has updated its attendance policy to create clearer and more consistent expectations for students and families.

This year, we will also be sharing Strive for 5 information with families, encouraging students to strive for five or fewer absences during the school year whenever possible. Our goal is not simply to track absences—it is to work together with families to help students be present, stay connected, and succeed.

Menus and nutrition information can be found here: https://shepherdschools.nutrislice.com/

Email: sesoffice@shepherdschools.net
Website: https://www.shepherdschools.net/o/shepherd-elementary-school
Location: 301 S. 4th Street, Shepherd, MI 48883
Phone: 989-828-6601
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShepherdElementaryBlueJays