9 Days or Less for School Success
As we continue our journey through the academic year, I wanted to take a moment to emphasize the critical importance of regular attendance for your child's success at school.
Research consistently shows that consistent attendance is directly linked to academic achievement. Students read better, have higher GPAs, and will be on track for high school graduation. If we have 180 days of school, research shows that missing no more than nine days of school per academic year sets up your child for the best chance of success. By maintaining this level of attendance, we can significantly enhance your child's chances of achieving academic excellence and reaching their full potential.
Every day at school presents valuable learning opportunities, from engaging lessons to collaborative activities and interactions with peers. When students are absent, they miss out on these crucial learning experiences, which can hinder their progress and impact their overall academic performance. Additionally, consistent attendance fosters a sense of routine and discipline that is essential for success both inside and outside the classroom.
As partners in your child's education, we need your support to ensure that they attend school regularly and punctually. Here are a few practical steps you can take to help reinforce the importance of attendance:
Establish a consistent morning routine that allows your child to arrive at school on time.
Encourage open communication with your child about the importance of attending school every day.
Schedule appointments and family activities outside of school hours whenever possible.
Monitor your child's attendance and address any concerns promptly with school staff.
Remember, your involvement plays a crucial role in shaping your child's attitude towards attendance and education as a whole. By prioritizing regular school attendance, we can work together to provide our students with the best possible foundation for success. Remember "9 Days or Less for School Success!"
Spark Orange Frog Positive Award
- Student Spark of the Week: Olive C
- Olive goes out of her way to bring joy to others. She likes to make cards for friends and staff. She has a smile to give to everyone and is excited to say hello in the hallway.
- What brings you joy? Making other people smile and helping my brother when he gets in trouble and needs a hug
- How do you bring joy to others? By smiling at them
- Who is someone that brings joy to you? My friends and family
Watch Dogs
WatchDOGS started on October 10th. Check out the link and/or the QR code.
Please only sign up for two days to allow more parents to sign up.
School Safety
All doors are locked during the school day. If you come to school, you will be buzzed into the foyer area and office and then asked to show identification before your child is released. All visitors/volunteers in the building must report and sign in at the office. Visitors must wear a badge in the school building. All volunteers in the classroom and for field trips must have a background check on file each year. Just a reminder that if you have a felony conviction you may not volunteer in the classroom or on field trips.
Free School Breakfast and Lunch
Governor Whitmer has made school breakfast and lunch free again this school year. You will receive free and reduced lunch forms the first day of school. Even though meals are free we encourage all families to fill out the forms. The completion of the application by our families helps us receive federal funding. Lunch menus are available at this link.
Lunch is 11:45-1:00.
K 11:45-12:10
3 11:55-12:20
1 12:05-12:30
4 12:15-12:40
2 12:25-12:50
5 12:35-1:00
Mrs. Aherne
Email: ahernes@gibdist.net
Website: https://www.gibdist.net/parsons-elementary
Location: Parsons Elementary School, Middle Gibraltar Road, Gibraltar, MI, USA
Phone: (734) 379-7050
