Roosevelt Report
Principal Points
Dear Roosevelt Families,
If you’ve lived in Michigan for any length of time, you know this time of year can feel like a bit of a weather mystery. One day we are bundling up in winter coats, and the next day students are asking if it’s warm enough for spring jackets! It seems Mother Nature can’t quite decide—is it winter or is it spring?
Even though the weather may be unpredictable, one thing at Roosevelt is very consistent: our students continue to grow every single day. Just like the seasons slowly transition, we are seeing students blossom academically and socially as the year moves forward.
Classrooms across the building are filled with meaningful learning, thoughtful conversations, and students working hard to stretch their thinking. This time of year is especially exciting because students begin to realize just how much they have learned since the fall. Their confidence grows, their independence increases, and their curiosity continues to shine.
We also continue to celebrate students who demonstrate our Roosevelt expectations to Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Safe. Students love earning Pawsome Tickets when they show these behaviors, and it has been wonderful to see so many Tigers recognized for making positive choices and helping create a welcoming school community.
As the weather continues to change (sometimes daily!), please remember that layers are your best friend this time of year. Recess takes place outside whenever possible, and students enjoy getting fresh air and movement during the school day.
No matter what the forecast says, Roosevelt is full of warm smiles, hard work, and proud Tigers who continue to make us proud.
Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
Warmly,
Mrs. Samouelian
IREADY REPORTS AND REPORT CARDS on PARENT CONNECT- March 18
I-Ready reports and Report Cards will be available to parents through parent connect again. They will be visible on March 18th. Parents can access the reports by...
Accessing Iready Reports
- Logging in to Parent Connect.
- Once you are in your student's page, click on Documents from the menu on the left side of the page.
- Look for the document titled March 2026 iReady Reading
- To view the report, click on the paper icon to the left of the title of the document.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
March 16- PTA Cookies and Canvas - Sign up required
March 18- Report Cards Viewable on Parent Connect
March 20 - Disney Day and Lucky Run - St. Patrick Kickoff for Spring Tigers on the Run
March 23- Wear red white and blue- USA DAY
March 24- Twin Day and Annie's Dine to Donate- Roosevelt Staff will be serving food.
March 25- Wear your read shirt and Craxzy Socks
March 26 - Hat Day
March 27 - Dress as a Book Character Popcorn Day
March 30-April 5- NO SCHOOL Spring Break
April 6- School Resumes
April 7 - PTA Meeting 6pm in LMC
April 14- MSTEP State Assessment begins at Roosevelt for 3rd and 4th grade
April 22- Administrative Professionals Day and Incoming Kindergarten Parent Information Night for 26-27 Families 6-7pm
April 24- I am special because theme and Popcorn Event
May 21 - Y5/Kindergarten Round-up at Roosevelt for incoming students and 5th grade Orientation at Cooper
"The Empty Pot" - Demi
Why it’s powerful:
Ping is the only child honest enough to admit his seed didn’t grow. While everyone else brings beautiful plants, Ping brings an empty pot—and the emperor rewards his honesty.
Integrity message:
Doing the right thing matters more than appearing successful.
Great question for kids:
“Why do you think Ping told the truth even when it was hard?”
"Ruthie and the (Not So) Teeny Tiny Lie" – Laura Rankin
Why it’s great for younger students:
Ruthie finds a toy and tells a small lie about it being hers. The guilt she feels helps children understand how honesty connects to integrity.
Integrity message:
Telling the truth helps us feel better and builds trust.
Family discussion:
“Have you ever told a tiny lie that didn’t feel good inside?”
What If Everybody Did That? – Ellen Javernick
Why it’s helpful:
This book shows how small choices affect others—like littering, cheating, or not following rules.
Integrity message:
Our choices impact the community around us.
Family question:
“What would happen if everyone made that choice?”
Care Solace is a service that partners with LPS to help students, families, and staff quickly connect with mental health and wellness providers. Through Care Solace, individuals receive confidential support in finding local counselors, therapists, substance use treatment programs, and other behavioral health services that meet their specific needs, insurance, and preferences. The service is available 24/7 and is designed to remove barriers to care by helping families navigate the often complicated process of finding the right support, ensuring that everyone in the school community has access to the help they may need.
PTA ELECTIONS
Nominations for the PTA 26-27 board will be open starting 3/3. All positions are open for nominations. Want to get involved with all the fun events hosted by the PTA? Please join to help plan for next year! If you or someone you know wants to serve on the Roosevelt PTA, please complete the nomination form
COOKIES AND CANVAS
3/16 6pm-8pm. This is a fun, guided painting party hosted in the school gym, run by Ms. Crabtree, designed for all ages 5+, featuring cookies and snacks while creating art. Please arrive a few minutes early so the event can start promptly at 6pm. Registration required prior to the night of the event. Cost is $10/person, limited space available. Students must be accompanied by an adult. This is not a student drop-off event. Anyone can paint!
Givebacks store link: https://tigers.givebacks.com/shop/items/69441b908d
YEARBOOK ORDERS
Don’t miss out on ordering your Tiger their own 25-26 yearbook! Use this link to secure a copy today! https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/
School yearbook ID code: 8741625
ROOSEVELT SHIRTS
Fall logo shirts and hoodies are still available for purchase, if interested please see below stores to order:
Roosevelt Elementary
Email: ksamouel1@livoniapublicschools.org
Website: https://www.livoniapublicschools.org/Domain/27
Location: 30200 Lyndon, Livonia, MI, USA
Phone: 734-744-2775
Follow Us on Instagram: @roosevelt_tigerpride
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