Shepherd Elementary Weekly Update

Great week with popcorn Friday from the PTO, fun in music class, and students and MR. DANE running the mile in health/PE class! Looking forward to Halloween Celebrations this week!

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

On Friday, October 30th students can wear Halloween Costumes if they choose.

Here are some guidelines:

• Costumes should be able to be put on independently and should not be worn to school. Students will be putting them on during the school day.
• Costumes should not hinder your ability to participate in classes or hinder your ability to move through the hallways in a safe manner (blow up costumes).
• Fake (or real) weapons are not allowed.
• Make-up, hairspray/coloring, or glitter must be applied on before coming to school. These products are NOT allowed to be applied in the school restrooms, hallways or classrooms.
• Costumes that can be offensive are not permitted.

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