We are looking forward to a great week ahead with a full 5 days. Picture day is this Tuesday September 15th. Let's prepare for a great week!

Shepherd Elementary Staff

Upcoming Events

September 15th- Picture Day

October 15th- Family Engagement Night

Picture Day

BlueJay Wellness Center

What is your student doing at school?

"How many times do you ask your student, 'What did you do at school today?' and get, 'Nothing'? Try these instead:"

From the PTO

Morning Drop Off

Parents using the drop-off line in the morning please pull all the way up to cone #1 before stopping to let your students out of the vehicle. This helps the line to move more efficiently.

Attendance Policy

Why is our attendance policy changing?

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.

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Final Forms

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Family Engagement Event

All Parents Welcome

While you are at the school for parent-teacher conferences, take a moment to invest in your child’s emotional well-being by joining our free family engagement session, Raising Resilient Kids in a Screen-Filled World. Led by licensed professional counselor Tracey Galgoci, this empowering event offers practical tools to help you navigate modern screen habits, foster meaningful family connections, and protect your child's mental health. To make attending seamless, free childcare is provided, along with exciting incentives and prize drawings for parents in attendance. Make the most of your evening at the school by dropping in for expert guidance, supportive insights, and actionable strategies to help your family thrive.