Provided in this edition is a quick update below on several events. In the Monday Magi Messenger next week, I will be addressing the community and providing an in-depth update regarding recent changes in our district, our vision for student instruction and academics, school operations, leadership updates, as well as plans for the summer.

Below is a photo of our AP Human Geography class just before taking their AP exam last week. I am SO proud of all of their work, and all of the work our students have done this year - it has been a year of growth for our district in many respects.

Looking forward to a full update next Monday!

Dr. Rachel Kowalski

rkowalski@colonschools.org

269-386-2239 or 248-770-5761

We had a great week celebrating our teachers. We are grateful for them and local partners who helped us celebrate these amazing educators. Shout out to P.E.G. for all of the amazing goodies for our elementary teachers. Please enjoy these videos celebrating our teachers.

ENROLL NOW: https://tinyurl.com/SummerMagi2024

I am thrilled to announce our programming options for this summer! More will come in the next couple of weeks, including information about our "Summer Shuttle" and the opportunity for students to participate in partial days depending on their program.

We are also offering "Old School High School Summer School" - a non-virtual/computer program option to engage our learners who need credit recovery. The launch of our ROX For Girls Program- The "ROX for Girls" program, or Ruling Our eXperiences, is a youth development program aimed at empowering girls in middle school and high school. It focuses on building confidence, leadership skills, and healthy relationships through evidence-based curriculum and supportive peer groups.

After collaborating with our teachers, with parents through our calendar committee, and with board approval, we are excited to share next year's calendar with you. https://tinyurl.com/magi24-25-calendar

Curious why everyone loves attending and working in our schools? 🤔 Dive into our YouTube page to find out! 🎥🌟 Make Colon Community Schools your destination district or join our team! https://www.youtube.com/@ColonCommunitySchools

Exciting news! We've just launched a brand new page on our website www.colonschools.org dedicated to Senior Events! Check it out to stay updated on all the upcoming events tailored just for our seniors. We'll be adding as many details as possible for each event, so you won't miss a thing! Visit our website and click 'Senior Events' in the top right corner, or follow this link: https://www.colonschools.org/o/colon/page/senior-events

📸 Exciting News! 🎓 We're thrilled to announce our partnership with Out of the Woods Photography! 🎉📷 Enjoy FREE ceremony pictures during graduation and a special photo session afterward. 🎓📸 Cherish these memories forever, on us! 💫 Pictures will be available within a week after graduation. A huge thank you to Out of the Woods Photography for making this possible! Let's capture and celebrate this milestone together! 🎓📷 E-Mail ospidle@colonschools.org

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Celebrating Young Author's Day! What an incredible day it's been diving into the world of creativity and storytelling with these amazing young minds! 3rd grade stars: Kynsley Wood and Mason Cousins, Lorene Yoder 5th grade talents: Grant Bowen, Charlotte Schumacher, Isabelle Gibson, Riley Prough, and Jain Miller Let's keep nurturing these creative sparks and fostering a love for storytelling in our young ones. Keep dreaming, keep writing, and keep shining bright, everyone!

Magi in Washington DC, Day 3! Our students have been visiting the many Smithsonian museums and Holocaust Museum today. Currently, they are witnessing the poignant changing of the guard at Arlington. Please give a big shout-out to the following chaperones who have supported this trip and played a huge part in making it one to remember: Olivia Spidle, Adam & Kylie Bowen, Kendra Ackerman, and Nicole Stabler. While Dr. Kowalski enjoyed putting the trip together and all of the logistics, it is truly these amazing staff members who have helped our students on the adventure! Please extend your appreciation to these amazing Magi!

Join us at Colon Elementary's annual end-of-year picnic – it will be amazing! 🎈🎊 Bring your family and friends for fun activities, delicious food, and great company. 🍉🥪🎶 Let's celebrate another fantastic school year together!

📅 Date: Thursday, May 23, 2024

🕛 Time: 11AM-3PM (see times for each grade level)

📍 Location: Colon Elementary School Be sure to sign up using the link below to reserve your spot, and let us know how many guests will be joining you.

Sign up here ➡️ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdW6UQYloSwo1W8c1sfcDSZpSUk-cuM9MOelRDOBh2iX3YlEg/viewform