Behind the Magic at Disney
Week of August 24, 2026
Information from the office...
Mrs. Amy Porter, Principal
Important Contact Information:
Main Office Phone: (586)439-6400
Fax: (586)439-6401
Absentee Line: (586)439-6490
24-hour recorded line, please leave your child's reason for absence and length of time out. Absences reported to this line, ensure most timely and accurate record.
School Administrative Assistant:
Mrs. Sue Mogge
Email: susan.mogge@fraserk12.org
Building Hours - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
School Hours: 8:35 am – 3:30 pm
First Bell: 8:30 am
Instructional Bell: 8:35 am
Students must be in class by 8:35 am or they are marked tardy.
Email: Amy.Porter@Fraserk12.org
Website: https://disney.fraser.k12.mi.us/
Location: 36155 Kelly Road, Clinton Township, MI, USA
Phone: (586)439-6400
Dear Disney Families,
I hope this letter finds you relaxed and rested for the new school year! On behalf of our entire staff I’d like to welcome our new and returning students to Walt Disney Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year. Our staff has worked diligently over the summer to plan lessons, prepare classrooms, and ensure we are ready for the start of the new school year. Over the summer, fencing was added between the parking lot and playground to improve safety, new garbage cans were placed outside, tree trimming was completed around the school, and classrooms were deep cleaned and are ready to begin a new school year! We are grateful to everyone who has worked hard to prepare Disney for the return of our students and families. The building looks wonderful we are eager for all of our students to be a STAR this year! We hope the information below may address any questions you may have at this time.
We are also excited to welcome two new members to Team Disney! Ms. Sarah Rattee will be joining us as a first-grade teacher after previously teaching at Salk Elementary. Mrs. Candice Bookmiller will be stepping into our library and media technician role. We are thrilled to welcome them to the Disney family and know they will be wonderful additions to our school community!
Staff has given careful consideration to each child’s placement for the 26-27 school year. By doing so we have created classrooms that are balanced both academically and socially to help ensure each child’s success. Student placement letters will be emailed to families the afternoon of August 26th. If you have changed your email address or moved over the summer, please contact our office ASAP so we can ensure we have the correct contact information on file.
The first day of school will be on Monday, August 31st. This day is a half day and we begin at 8:30 am with a dismissal at 12:30 pm. Breakfast will be served; however lunch will not be served. I’ve attached door assignments below so your child will know where to line up daily. Please know staff will also be out front and visible to direct students as necessary this week. YMCA School-Aged Child Care (SACC) WILL be available on this day for registered students.
To keep families abreast of Disney happenings, Behind the Magic will continue to be published weekly and emailed home on Sundays. A list of important August/September dates may be found below in the meantime.
In closing, please know the staff and I are here and look forward to partnering with you this year to ensure your child’s success! It is an honor and privilege to serve as your principal and I look forward to meeting each of you this year. Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at any time!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Porter
Disney Principal
You can find suggest school supply list our Disney Elementary website. Scroll to latest news and choose "Back To School" for updates.
If your family is in need, we have a small supply of backpacks and supplies. If you are in need of backpacks for your children, please reach out to the main office ASAP.
Bus stop information will be available online for the 2026–2027 school year starting August 24th. You can access your child’s bus stop information by visiting Fraser's Transportation page. Click on the "Access your child's bus stop" tab and enter your address to retrieve your child’s bus stop information.
It is very important to check your child’s bus stop, as routes have been modified for the 2026–2027 school year.
Students will be assigned a route number in lieu of a bus number. The route number is located on the left side of the entry door. To ensure transportation, all students must be at their bus stop 10 minutes prior to the scheduled arrival time.
Please review with your child the bus rules found on the Transportation Department’s website.
Celebrate the first day of school with your student! We have printable first day signs for every grade. You can find them on our Disney Elementary website. Scroll to latest news and choose "Back To School" for updates.
Be sure to use #FraserFamily when you post on social media so we can share the smiles!
When the red flag is hung outside our front doors, this means indoor line-up. Students only can enter the building thru the main door (door #1) as well as the back door (door #18) starting at 8:20 AM.
Please utilize the car drop-off line and students will enter in the back of the building (door #18). If your child needs assistance, please park in a parking spot and walk your child to the main entrance (door #1). Student drop off is NOT allowed in the bus loop during indoor lineup.
As we prepare for the 2026-2027 school year, we want to share the student cell phone and personal device expectations in Fraser Public Schools.
In accordance with state law and Fraser Public Schools policy, students may not use personal wireless communication devices during the school day while on school grounds. This is consistent with our past practices at the elementary buildings.
What does this mean for elementary students?
Students may bring a device to school, but it must remain turned off, stored away, and out of sight during the school day. This includes cell phones, smartwatches and smart glasses, earbuds and headphones, personal tablets and any device that can text, call, access the internet, take photos or videos, send email, or provide entertainment.
Are there exceptions?
Yes. Exceptions may be made for medically necessary devices, school-issued devices, approved instructional use and IEP or 504 accommodations.
What happens if a student has a device out?
If a student has a device out during instructional time, they will be asked to put it away. If needed, staff may secure the device in a designated, secure location until the end of the school day.
Discipline will not be issued simply because a student has a device out. Consequences may be assigned if a student refuses to follow the expectation or repeatedly fails to comply with the policy. Our goal is to respond in a safe, reasonable, and consistent manner while helping students develop responsible technology habits.
How can families help?
We ask for your partnership as we make this transition. Before the school year begins, please talk with your student about keeping personal devices put away during the school day and the importance of following staff directions.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to provide a focused, safe, and positive learning environment for every Fraser student.
If your child has specific medical needs, please reach out to the main office prior to the start of school. In order to administer medication, consent forms must be completed. Consent forms for prescription medications must include dosage and frequency information signed by a physician. Medication, including inhalers, must be stored in the main office and not in backpacks or pockets. In addition, if your child has a medical plan, it will need to be updated for the 25-26 school year.
Please find medication forms linked below for your convenience.
SACC is available at all six Fraser elementary schools. While enrollment is limited, the YMCA of Metro Detroit works to accommodate all requests. If a program is full, children are placed on a waitlist, and families are offered a spot as soon as space becomes available.
- All registration is done through the YMCA of Metro Detroit.
- CLICK HERE FOR YMCA SACC REGISTRATION.
- You must create an account and add all children before registering for after school care.
- Frequently Asked Questions about registration and creating an account.
- Search for your child(ren)’s school on the list of sites.
- Please note, half days and early releases are a separate selection than daily am/pm care.
- Schedules must be completed in advance; drop-in care is not available.
- Schedule changes can be made by contacting the Y at least 14 days in advance and are subject to availability.
- No money is due at the time of registration.
- For all questions regarding SACC registration, billing, or scheduling, please contact:
- Childcare Billing office- childcare@ymcadetroit.org
Schedule
- Morning Session: 6:30 – 8:30 a.m.
- Afternoon Session: 3:30 – 6:00 p.m.
- Half Days: 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.
- Early Release Days: 1:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Fee Structure
- Morning Session: $12 flat rate per child*
- Afternoon Session: $16 flat rate per child*
- Same Day Morning & Afternoon Session: $22 flat rate per child*
- Half-Day Session: $37 per child* for the afternoon session
- Early Release Days: $26 flat rate per child* for the afternoon session
*The Y offers a 10% sibling discount for every child enrolled after the first child. This is auto-applied when you register. There are also opportunities for additional discounts based on financial need.
If your child did not receive their report card at the end of last year, please contact the main office as soon as possible. It is possible your address needs updating in our system.
Calling in your child sick, an appointment or vacation? Please call the attendance line at any time of day at 586-439-6490. Utilizing the attendance line will assist our office staff with making sure attendance records are accurate.
Fraser Public Schools is excited to share that the State of Michigan has approved the continuation of Michigan School Meals and will be offering each student a free breakfast and free lunch on a daily basis! A required component of a complete breakfast and lunch is ½ cup of fruit or vegetable, which must be taken with the meal for it to be free of charge.
We are also encouraging families to complete the Education Benefits Form located HERE. By doing so you help ensure the school receives additional funding.
Mark Your Calendars....
- 8/24: PTO Dairy Maid Fundraiser Night (4 - 8pm)
- 8/26: Teacher Placement e-mails (afternoon)
- 8/27: Title I Presentation 5:00 - 5:30
- 8/27: Meet the Teacher Night Open House 5:30- 7:00
- 8/31: First Day of School: 8:30 - 12:30
- 9/4 - 9/7: Labor Day Recess- No School
- 9/8: School Resumes
- 9/10: Great Skate Night: 6-8pm
- 9/11: Fraser Family Tailgate - 6pm
- 9/14: PTO Meeting 6:30pm @ Disney Media Center
- 9/14: Fraser Youth Choir Auditions - 6pm
- 9/15: Early Dismissal (1:30 dismissal)
- 9/17: 6th Grade Camp
- 9/30: Fun Run
- 9/29: Picture Day
- 10/5: PTO Meeting 6:30pm @ Disney Media Center
- 10/6: Picture Day
- 10/7: Count Day
- 10/9: FHS Homecoming Parade
Access the full District Calendar HERE at any time!