Little Eagles

Mr. Jackson, CES Principal.. Derek.Jackson@myeagles.org

Mrs. Wilding, CES Secretary.. Joelle.Wilding@myeagles.org

Mrs. Phelps, CES Counselor.. Ashley.Phelps@myeagles.org

Mrs. Vlcek, Nurse.. Lyza.Vlcek@myeagles.org

Mrs. McLaury, Child Care & Preschool Director.. Terri.McLaury@myeagles.org

Want to get involved with the PTO? Check out some of our events that need volunteers!

1. Smencil Sales - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45A8A72DA6FAC16-60953725-smecil
2. Daddy-Daughter Dance - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45A8A72DA6FAC16-60952988-2026
3. Book Fair/Book Bingo - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45A8A72DA6FAC16-60961036-book

Create your child’s Book Fair eWallet so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently! It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds!

Start here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/columbiaelementaryprek1

What do you call two birds in love?

*Tweethearts!

What did the stamp say to the envelope on Valentine's Day?

*I'm stuck on you!

Show your school spirit and wear your blue and gold Little Eagle spirit wear!

Please note that all bus changes need to go through the transporation department this school year. For example, if your child is riding a bus with a friend, etc. The phone number is 517.592.6449. This needs to be approved at least 24 hours in advance. Your cooperation is appreciated!

We are excited to share that free breakfast and lunch will continue for the 2025-2026 school year! We still encourage families to complete a free and reduced lunch application. It may help families qualify for other programs.

We cannot do it without your help! Check out the signup below.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45A8A72DA6FAC16-57740304-20252026

For information on our Student-Run Credit Union, click the link below:

https://www.trueccu.com/accounts/personal-savings/youth-savings.html

Happy February! We wrapped up our i-Ready mid year diagnostic. Ask your student about their growth! I'm so proud of their gains, and I am appreciative of your support of our wonderful staff members who are making huge impacts daily in the lives of your students.

As we move into February you will see many opportunities to volunteer. We have our PTO meeting on Feb. 4th & Book Fair the week of Feb. 2- 6th. Winter Homecoming is the week of Feb 2-6. Check out our Rooms App for the Dress Up Days! There are so many opportunities to participate in your student's education, please make plans to help out with at least one of these great events!

Also we are always excited about "March is Reading Month" and that is just around the corner. Be on the lookout for more opportunities to support your student in their educational endeavors.

Activities to do during Snow Days....

• Build a snow family
• Make a snow fort
• Go ice skating on a nearby lake or at the ice rink
• Shovel a neighbor's sidewalk or driveway
• Make paper snowflakes
• Make a blanket fort in your pajamas to stay warm and cozy
• Paint snow using a little bit of paint and water in spray bottles

Please remember to send your student with a jacket, hat, gloves, etc. to ensure their comfort throughout the day. All students are expected to participate in outdoor recess unless there is inclement weather. Please label/mark these items so that we can get missing items back to their owners. If you have additional items that you no longer need or would like to donate to our "borrow room", please send washed items to the main office! Thank you in advance for your generosity!

Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns!

Cheers,
Mr. Jackson

Hi Eagle Families!!

Character Strong - Purposeful People

In February our Character Trait focus is: Honesty

*We will celebrate Nominees the first week of March

Class Lessons

I enjoyed visiting all classrooms in January and working with students on topics teachers have seen a need from their students. These topics included: Friendship, Self-Control, How being a student develops leadership skills, Tattling, Personal Space, Being respectful & Controlling our voices.

Safer, Smarter, Kids

All students who opted in for Safer, Smarter Kids lessons will be headed into our next 2 lessons in February. Students did a great job with the lessons and articulating all the safety tips practiced! Keep an eye out for home connection sheets to come home when lessons begin.

K-Kids

See the Counselor Smore for photos of our K-Kids meet up with kinder Mentee's! We will continue to meet monthly and building peer to peer relationships and working on positive play and relationship development.

You can reach me by email: ashley.phelps@myeagles.org or by calling 517-769-8557, feel free to leave a message and I will get back to you as soon as I am available.

December Student of the Month Nominees for Empathy were celebrated in January!

November Nominees celebrated in January for Gratitude!

We’re officially in the thick of cold, flu, and viral season. In order for your child to be available for learning and to control communicable diseases in school, it is important to keep your child home for the following reasons:

• Fever of 100.0 degrees and up: Your child should be fever free and off all fever reducing medications for 24 hours before he/she returns to school.
• Vomiting / Diarrhea: Your child should stay home until symptom free for at least 24 hours.
• Flu Symptoms: Fever, chills, headache, body aches, dry cough, nausea and/or vomiting. The flu is serious. Contact your doctor if you suspect your child has the flu.
• Head Lice: Your child will be kept home if lice is found. He/she may return to school the next day if proof of treatment is provided (box or receipt of product).
• Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye): yellow or green drainage coming from the eye.
• Rash: Please keep your child home if they have a rash until it is diagnosed as non-contagious

Students must be fever-free and vomit-free for 24 hours without medication before returning to school.

Thank you for helping keep germs from spreading!

• Encourage lots of handwashing

• Pack a water bottle to keep kids hydrated

• Add tissues and chapstick to backpacks

• Make sure children are getting plenty of sleep

• Talk to your child about covering coughs and sneezes

Small habits make a big difference!

● All students are required to have an updated immunization record on file and documented in order to start and remain in school.

● Make a point to talk with the school, the teachers and nurse about any medical condition/health concern you may have including your child.

● Reminder to bring new and updated medical orders from your child’s physician for any treatment and prescription medications that are to be done here at school. All medications must be brought in their original containers and a medication form must be completed by a parent or guardian and signed by a physician (This includes prescription AND non-prescription medications).

● Allergy and asthma medications, rescue inhalers, and Epi-Pens are a necessity, and may save a life! These medications also require an updated order every year. These action plans have to be completed by your child's physician and returned to school before the start of the school year.

● If your child has a health condition or needs special care while at school, for example, medications, treatments, or monitoring, please inform the school nurse or office. Individual health care plans help keep your child safe, protected and healthy. It is also important to talk to your child's teacher regarding any health care conditions.

● Please have a current and working phone number of a parent or guardian in the school office daily in the event your child needs your attention and we need to get a hold of you.

• Maintain a regular sleep routine
• Plan balanced meals and stay hydrated
• Make physical activity a priority
• Limit screen time
• While academics are important, make time for hobbies and loved ones, and activities they enjoy!

Showing up to school greatly impacts a student's academic success. Families play a crucial role in ensuring that a student gets to school safely and on time daily. We understand that absences are unavoidable, such as illness or medical appointments. Please call in advance if your child will not be in school.

CES Attendance Line 517-592-7552

The PTO Meeting is the first Thursday of every month.

All parents and staff are invited to attend.