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March 4: Monday Magi Messenger

March 4, 2024

March 4: Monday Magi Messenger March 4, 2024
March 4: MondayMagi MessengerMarch 4, 2024

Week of March 4, 2024 Week of March 4, 2024

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

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Happy Monday Magi Families

I hope you're enjoying our Monday updates on important events, reminders, and glimpses into our schools' activities with our students and educators. This week, I'd like to thank the talented students and Mrs. Annette Wagner for their great efforts in bringing "Keeping Up With The Magi" to our homes throughout the school year. This newsletter is distributed to all Colon, Sherwood & Leonidas residents via US Mail. If you haven't received your latest issue yet, watch your mailbox—it should arrive soon. You can also catch up on past issues on our website.


In this flashback photo from last fall, two outstanding students from CHS, Taryn Carter and Troy Cole, interviewed me for the fall issue. It's truly wonderful to see our students contributing to our community through content creation, and we couldn't be prouder of their work!


Wishing you, your families, and all members of our community a truly magical week ahead.

Warm regards,

Mrs. Kowalski

Keeping Up With The Magi
https://www.colonschools.org/o/colon/page/keeping-up-with-the-magi?fbclid=IwAR3wu7qRG9kG_ZgSfla82vp3fpTsYFXPMvXEtWtiwS1FKWG4vN3XUIs1o_0

Important Dates & Athletic Schedule Important Dates & Athletic Schedule

Magi March Madness at Colon Jr/Sr High School

The CHS Team has planned "Magi March Madness" for all Colon Jr/Sr High School students. The month-long event emphasizes the importance of showing up, performing well both individually and as an individual within the school community, and fostering team camaraderie and a shared commitment to academic excellence through the collective efforts of ALL. There are WEEKLY COMPETITIONS: ROUND 1 will be next week, March 4th-8th... and the focus is the BEST 5-day attendance percentage (data pulled by Magi Focus class) & best shoe design!!!

Click Here For More Info - Magi March Madness
MAGI ATHLETICS PAGE - Follow For Updated Athletics Info

Magi Moments From Last Week - Visit Our Facebook For More! Magi Moments From Last Week - Visit Our Facebook For More!

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Welcome, Mr. Noah Dooley

We are thrilled to introduce our newest team member, Noah Dooley, as our New Athletic Director and Head Coach of Track! 🏃‍♂️💨 With a proven track record of success in coaching and program management, he brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our athletics department. 🏆 Noah's vision is to create a supportive environment where student-athletes can thrive academically AND athletically. We're excited to see our athletes reach new heights with his leadership! 🌟 Noah will play a key role in shaping our athletic program and school district's future success. 🚀 We are tentatively planning a "Meet The AD" Event at CHS on Friday, March 15, at 5 PM during conferences!

District Facebook Page Highlights
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Fake Spring Leads High School Outside

Yesterday's Health Class with Mr. Stoll was all about embracing the outdoors and soaking up that Vitamin D! With temperatures just right, we took our learning outside, improving our overall well-being while also contributing to a healthier community and environment. It's amazing how a little fresh air and sunshine can make such a big difference!

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Fake Spring Leads DK Outside

It might be cold today, but DK Teacher Ms. Bower sent us these yesterday, "What better to do on a 70-degree day than soaking up the sunshine and practicing writing numbers 1-20 with chalk!"

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Award-winning poet Nandi Comer visited CES and CHS

Award-winning poet Nandi Comer visited CES and CHS today! She shared her experience and passion for poetry with our students. As Michigan's Poet Laureate appointed by the Library of Michigan, she visits schools around Michigan to promote poetry and literary arts statewide, and we were fortunate to have her share her talents with our school community. During her visit, students engaged in writing sessions with her. We're immensely grateful for Ms. Comer's visit today. Exposing our students to her remarkable talent is inspiring and provides invaluable insights into the world of poetry and literary arts.

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CES PBIS Dance Party!

Colon Elementary School students rocked the house today after earning this incentive with their incredible positive learning behaviors! Nothing beats celebrating hard work and dedication like a dance party. Keep shining bright Magi!

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Quiz Bowl Improves Standing @ HS Level

🎉 Meet our incredible Quiz Bowl Teams! They've been competing non-stop, showcasing their skills and teamwork. Huge thanks to Mrs. Kevnick for her amazing support! It's not just about winning; it's about the journey of learning and growth. Our team has been putting in the hard work and it's paying off. Big shoutout to all participants, coaches, and supporters for your invaluable encouragement and dedication. Let's keep cheering them on as they inspire us with their passion for knowledge and excellence! 🏆
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Clue Me In @ Board Meeting

Our "Clue Me In" students and their advisors presented at our board meeting on Monday night, and it was amazing to see the talent headed to the Clue Me In competition! Way to go students and Clue Me In advisors!

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Spiderman

From Mr. Minor: "I have Spiderman coming to visit the K, 1 & 2 classes. So to prepare we made Spiderman masks to wear!"

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Magi Table @ CES!

Students enjoying preferred seating at Magi tables on stage for positive behaviors!

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Science Students Discovering

🔬📚 Our high school science classes were buzzing with activity today! From thrilling experiments to insightful discussions, it was another amazing lesson by Mrs. Vinson filled with collaboration and discovery. 💡🤝 There's nothing quite like the excitement of exploring the mysteries of the universe together. Here's to many more days of learning! 🚀

March Is Reading Month Highlight March Is Reading Month Highlight

March is not just about leprechauns and shamrocks; it's also Reading Month! 📖 Mrs. Martinson and Mrs. Vreeman are teaming up to bring some magic to our reading by partnering with buddies. 🌟 Let's dive into the enchanting world of books together! Stay tuned for more details on our reading adventures. 📚

Click Here To Visit Our Website For Even More

Washington D.C. Trip: Grades 8-12, Scholarships Available Washington D.C. Trip: Grades 8-12, Scholarships Available

If your 8th-12th grader is interested, we do have some limited spaces left for our Washington D.C. Trip, and some scholarship funds available. Please have them stop by to see Mrs. Kowalski for a registration form.

iReady Results Are Available To Parents & Families iReady Results Are Available To Parents & Families

New iReady data is available now! Log in to your parent account to view your student's progress! Follow this link for helpful information on how to access your student's information, as well as a step-by-step tutorial! https://tinyurl.com/Parent-iReady-Colon

iReady Parent Information

Exciting Updates for Families of Young Magi-in-Training! 🎩✨ Exciting Updates for Families of Young Magi-in-Training! 🎩✨

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Caring for our Community’s Children Survey

We are asking that the Colon community please participate in this survey. Your voice matters! 🗣️ The St. Joseph County School Readiness Advisory Committee is seeking your input on the types of care and programs families are utilizing for their children before and after school, as well as during the summer in our county.

Your responses are confidential and will solely contribute to understanding the needs of our families. Please spare a moment to complete this brief survey. Your participation will play a vital role in enhancing programming and opportunities for all children in our community. Let's work together to make a difference! 💪

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GSRP & Kindergarten Round-Up Details Announced!

Get ready for our GSRP & Kindergarten Round-Up & Signing Event! 📝This will occur on Wednesday, April 3rd, from 4-7 PM. Each student will get a chance to "sign" as a Magi! Join us for an event filled with fun activities and essential information: 🏰 Bounce House 🍔 Delicious Food 🚌 School Bus Tours 👓 Vision Screening 🤝 Community Partners ...and MUCH MORE! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to kickstart your child's educational journey with us! Mark your calendars and spread the word! 🎈

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What To Bring?

Please bring your incoming student to meet teachers & to complete screening. Also bring documents: proof of residency, vaccinations, birth certificate. Questions? Call CES @ 269-432-2121, and they will assist you or get you to the right individual to answer questions.

Upcoming Events For Our Students & Schools Upcoming Events For Our Students & Schools

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

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PowerSchool

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PowerSchool Login Help

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Sign-Up For Google Classroom Notifications

Important Links & Resources For Magi Families Important Links & Resources For Magi Families

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Senior Dates - Class of 2024

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Magi Master Calendar

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iReady Handout For Parents

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Scholarship Opportunities

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View Our Strategic Plan

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Monday-Thursday CARE (CES) & Tutoring

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Seniors: Class of 2024 Seniors: Class of 2024

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2023-2024 Academic Calendar 2023-2024 Academic Calendar

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

Keeping Up With The Magi
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https://www.colonschools.org/o/colon/page/enroll-now
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Superintendent Rachel Kowalski
Follow Colon Community Schools on Facebook for daily updates!

Mrs. Kowalski, Superintendent of Colon Community Schools since spring 2022, oversees the implementation of budgets, policies, and programs at Colon Junior/Senior High, Colon Elementary, and Leonidas Elementary. Connect with her in person or via email (rkowalski@colonschools.org) or phone (248-770-5761) to share your feedback and thoughts. She lives in Colon with her family and two yellow Labradors, holds an advanced specialist degree from the University of West Florida, and is full of Magi pride!

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