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BROWNING BEARS BEST NEWS

BROWNING BEARS BEST NEWS
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Issue #36: May 15th, 2026 Issue #36: May 15th, 2026

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BROWNING MISSION: Together, with our community, the Browning staff will welcome, honor, and empower all students to achieve significant growth by striving to reach their potential, and to be,

BROWNING, THE BEST!


BROWNING VISION: In partnership with families and the community, Browning Elementary will provide a high-quality education that empowers students to positively transform their future and the world.



SCHOOL HOURS: 9:05-3:55 DAILY

HALF-DAY HOURS: 9:05-12:09

BREAKFAST OPENS @ 8:45-9:05

email: mailto:officebrowning@uticak12.org

website: https://browning.uticak12.org

Location: 12400 19 Mile Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48313

Phone: 586-797-4000

Attendance Line: 586-797-4099 (24 hours)

LUNCH MENUS
UCS BOARD POLICIES
UCS PARENT/STUDENT BEHAVIOR HANDBOOK

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES: FYI IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES: FYI

UCS SCHOOL CALENDAR DATES 25-26
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MAY DATES:

20: NEHS CELEBRATION 4-4:45pm

21: Browning Senior Alumni Essay DUE DAY for Class of 2026 SENIORS!

21: FIELD DAY (details TBD)

22-25: NO SCHOOL MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

29: Pastries with Parents 8:15-8:45

29: Deadline for the Graduation Essay Scholarship


JUNE DATES:

1: 6th Grade TREE RUNNER Field Trip

3: SEED Field Trip to Henry Ford

4: 6th Grade Graduation @ HFII (details to be shared)

5: Browning Alumni Breakfast 8:15 AM Wear Cap and Gown

8: 6th Grade Park Day

9: HALF DAY DISMISSAL @ 12:09PM

10: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL HALF-DAY DISMISSAL @ 12:09PM

WELCOME SUMMER!

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May 18-May 22nd Updates May 18-May 22nd Updates

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Browning Families-

We want to thank all our parent volunteers and staff that helped to support the Spring Fair in action for tonight, Friday, May 15th. We know how much effort, time, and planning goes into these events and we thank our PTA for making it happen!


Please join me in welcoming our newest BROWNING BEAR: Ms. Julie Sramek! She too is a UCS parent. We are THRILLED to have her work at Browning for our CLERK position!


Next week, we have our FIELD DAY come rain or shine on Thursday, May 21st. Please be sure to look to your child's teachers about Field Day reminders and events. Please see below for item reminders and behavior expectations reminders. Looking forward to seeing our volunteers!


NO SCHOOL due to MEMORIAL RECESS FRIDAY, MAY 22 and MONDAY, MAY 25th. We will see you back to school on TUESDAY, May 26th.


Reminders for the week:

  • Monday-Thursday: NWEA assessments continue.
  • Thursday, May 21st is FIELD DAY! Look to teacher communication and reminders below.
  • FRIDAY, MAY 22: NO SCHOOL!
  • MONDAY, MAY 25: NO SCHOOL!
  • Tuesday, May 26th: RETURN TO SCHOOL


Warmest regards,

Principal Ciacchella

FIELD DAY is THURSDAY MAY 21st! FIELD DAY is THURSDAY MAY 21st!

Field Day is May 21st. A very special thank you to our Gym Teachers for helping to run and organize this special event. During this day, here are a few reminders:

  • PLEASE WEAR CLASS SHIRT or COLOR!!
  • Sunscreen and lotions must be applied AT HOME. Please do not send to school due to allergies.
  • Comfortable closed toed shoes: no Crocs or Sandals.
  • Beach Towel if you'd like
  • Water bottle with child's name on it.


BEHAVIORS:

  • Any student that is not following the student code of conduct and or the Browning Bs, may be asked to sit out of a field day event.
  • Be sure to bring your appreciation for our volunteers!
  • Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Kind
Make it a great day Browning Bears, the choice is yours!

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No School Memorial Weekend May 22 & May 25 No School Memorial Weekend May 22 & May 25

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PLAN AHEAD! PLAN AHEAD!

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❗REMINDER: 5th Graders and Families!! ❗REMINDER: 5th Graders and Families!!

The time has come to take a look at future 6th grade specials selections for the 2026-2027 school year. A letter was emailed home to you all this week. Please see a picture of it below and a downloadable letter copy. Lots of great information in this letter! FYI

Browning Sixth Grade Specials Selection for 26-27
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❗REMINDER: End of Year Technology ❗REMINDER: End of Year Technology

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🎓Attention Browning Elementary Alumni! 🎓Attention Browning Elementary Alumni!

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PTA UPDATES PTA UPDATES

BROWNING PTA WEBSITE
PTA UN-FUNDRAISER FORM

*OLD BUSINESS ITEMS-SEE BELOW* *OLD BUSINESS ITEMS-SEE BELOW*

WELLNESS WELLNESS

UCS WELLNESS RESOURCES
FAMILY SURVIVAL KIT FOR WELLNESS

UTICA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS INFORMATION UTICA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS INFORMATION

UCS BOND UPDATE CLICK HERE
UCS EMPOWERED STRATEGIC PLAN

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Browning Elementary School

Mrs. Meghan Ciacchella, Ed.S.

Principal of Browning Elementary School

Email: browningquestions@uticak12.org
Website: https://www.uticak12.org/Browning
Location: 12400 19 Mile Road, Sterling Heights, MI, 48313 USA
Phone: (586)797-4000

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