R-PEL Parent Communication 9/7/25

R-PEL Families,

The first two weeks of school have been a huge success!
We are so grateful for the support of our families and the enthusiasm of our students as we begin this school year together. Thank you for helping us start strong! We’re looking forward to all the great learning and memories ahead!

Go Rockets!

Paul

Did you know that R-PEL is a two year in a row National Showcase School for CKH?

What is Capturing Kids' Hearts? CKH is a program for teachers that focuses on building strong, positive relationships between students and staff to foster a safe and supportive school environment.

You may have heard your kids talking about their Social Contract in their classroom, if not, ask them what that is!

September's CKH Character Trait is Empathy.

What is Empathy?

Empathy is the ability to be aware of, understand, and be sensitive to another person’s feelings. Instead of focusing on how these feelings impact ourselves, empathy motivates us to focus on others and respond with care and compassion.

Good afternoon, Rocket Family!

I want to give you a quick update since this impacts so many of our families. While school starts Monday and our budget was required by law to be submitted to the State of Michigan back on June 30, the state still has not passed its budget for the new fiscal year. That leaves us flying a bit in the dark, and I know many of you are wondering whether your children can count on school meals next week.

Here’s the good news: we WILL provide free breakfast and lunch for all students at least through the end of September. Because next week is a “soft start” with all half-days, this means free breakfast for all students each day.

In the meantime, especially with all the uncertainty, thank you for taking a few minutes to complete the Child Nutrition and Education Benefits Application. Your participation directly supports our kids and our schools.

You can find the form here: bit.ly/RPSFE2025

RPEL August 2025 Menu

RPEL September 2025 Menu

March 2025 SFE Newsletter.

Household Income Report" or (EBF) Educational Benefit Form - Formerly "Free & Reduced Application"

FOOD SERVICE JOBS

Reeths-Puffer Flag Football - we need your help with the following:

· Communication (letting folks know about the program)

· Coaching (you do not need to know much about football to coach)

· Field setup and such (putting cones out, picking cones up, etc)

Communication Help

Over the next few weeks, please reach out to your family and friends and spread the word on the flag football program. Please have folks go to https://forms.gle/hF3XcTrSbCjsPXBT9 to register their children for the program. The fee to play is $60 which includes their jersey and the general team equipment needed to play (mouthpiece not provided). Participants must be in grades K-6 and do not need to be RP students to join in on the fun.

Dates

Practices (Mondays and Wednesdays)

• September 8th, 10th, 15th, 17th

Games (Wednesdays Only)

• Sept 24
• Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Times

6:00-7:30

Location

Reeths-Puffer High School

1500 North Roberts Rd

Muskegon, MI 49445

(Football Practice Fields)

Questions

Email Nick Kunnen: nicholas.kunnen@gmail.com

CLICK HERE for the competitive team flier

CLICK HERE for the rec team flier

Next Meeting:

Tuesday September 9th, 4:00 in the Library. Enter through door #21

I'm pleased to announce our PTO Officers for the Executive Board for the 25-26 school year.

• President - Jacob Grabinski
• Vice President - Courtnie Flater
• Secretary - Logan Parmelee
• Treasurer - Jennifer Vuyst

If you have any questions please contact our PTO President, Jacob Grabinski @231-206-1129

Family Event Calendar

Adult Event Calendar

Kid Event Calendar

Resources for Families

CLICK HERE TO MEET OUR PARENT LIAISON

Breakfast opens at 8:20

School Pictures: Will be taken during the school day on September 8th (DK,K & 1st grades) & 9th (2nd, 3rd & 4th grades). Order forms will be available the first week of school. Picture retakes will be on October 15th.

10/3 - 1/2 Day for teacher PD, Dismiss at 12:00

10/13 & 10/14 - No School Fall Break

10/24 - 1/2 Day, Records Day, Dismiss at 12:00

R-PEL Parent Friendly Calendar

DISTRICT CALENDAR 25-26 School Year

CLICK HERE FOR THE UPCOMING HS SPORTS SCHEDULE

CLICK HERE FOR MS SPORTS

Hello Rocket Sports Fans,

We are excited to announce that this fall, Reeths-Puffer High School Athletics will transition to a cashless-only system for ticketing using GoFan. Our goal is to streamline event operations and enhance your game-day experience by reducing wait times and improving security.

This transition follows the successful implementation of cashless systems at MHSAA events and among local schools such as Mona Shores, Grand Haven, West Ottawa, Jenison and Zeeland Schools.

How to Purchase Tickets:

Online: Visit gofan.co and search for "Reeths-Puffer."
QR Codes: Scan the posted codes at entrance gates.
On-Site Card Payments: Use a credit/debit card at the gate.

Fans without smartphones can purchase tickets in advance or receive assistance at the gate.

Why Go Cashless?
Faster Entry – Spend less time in line and more time enjoying the game!
Increased Security – Reduces the risks associated with handling cash.
Convenience – Buy tickets ahead of time and access them digitally.

We appreciate your support and are here to help make this transition smooth for everyone. If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out. At this time only high school athletics will be cashless and all season, family and individual passes will be cashless.

We’re rolling out the red carpet for another season of FREE Family Movie Days at the historic Frauenthal Theater, presented by Howmet Aerospace Foundation.

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of fun, laughter, and movie magic - all for free! No tickets needed, just show up, grab your favorite snacks, and enjoy.

Bonus Fun: Each movie will have special movie-themed activity that will make the day even more memorable!

2025/26 Movie Day Lineup:
September 21 - Jumanji (1995) - PG

October 19 - Beetlejuice (1988) - PG13

November 16 - Wicked: Sing Along - PG

December 21 - The Polar Express - G

January 4 - Jurassic Park (1993) - PG13

February 15 - Inside Out & Inside Out 2 - PG

March 15 - Hidden Figures - PG

April 19 - The Book of Life - PG

May 17 - Star Wars: A New Hope - PG

Office Hours:

The school office will resume regular office hours on Wednesday, August 6th. We will be open 8:00 - 4:00 daily.

231-744-4777

Paul Klimsza

Principal

klimszap@reeths-puffer.org

"Paraprofessionals Needed." The application site can be found here.