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John F. Farrell-Emmett Elementary

February 2026

John F. Farrell-EmmettElementaryFebruary 2026
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Important Dates

February 13 - February 17 NO SCHOOL Mid-Winter Break

February 27 - PTO Popcorn Friday

March 1-27th - MARCH IS READING MONTH - "READING AROUND TOWN"

March 5 - The Lion King Jr. Production @ McMorran

March 10 - Love on a Leash

March 11- 1/2 Day - Students are dismissed at noon

March 12 - 2nd and 3rd Grade Concert

March 18 - Parent Teacher Conferences

March 20 - End of Marking Period - 1/2 Day - Students are dismissed at noon

March 25 - Spring Picture Day

March 26 - Meeting for our Future 26/27 Kindergarten Parents & Students @ 6:00 PM

March 27 - PTO Popcorn Friday & Report Cards Go Home

March 30-April 6th - Spring Break (Return April 5th if we have another snow day)

April 23 & 24 - Kindergarten Round-Up (by appointment only)

MEET OUR NEWEST TOP DOGS! MEET OUR NEWEST TOP DOGS!

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Raya Francek

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Branson Zisler

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Alison Woodcock

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Austin Houser

MARCH IS READING MONTH MARCH IS READING MONTH

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2026-2027 KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP 2026-2027 KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP

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PAWSITIVE STUDENTS PAWSITIVE STUDENTS

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Gabriella Klecha

Gabriella exhibits many of our Pawsitive character traits. To name a few, she shows diligence by working hard on tasks from beginning to end and is also very helpful and empathetic towards other students in the classroom.

  • Mrs. Zak

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Brody Fuhrman

Brody is an attentive, respectful student who consistently listens and follows directions the first time. He shows care for his classmates by offering help without being asked—whether it’s passing out materials, supporting a peer who’s stuck, or tidying up our space. His positive attitude and readiness to assist make our classroom run smoothly and set a great example for others

  • Mrs. Roose

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Grace Oljenik

I am so proud of Grace. She works hard everyday and asks how she can improve. She is always striving to do better. She is kind and offers to help others when they need help. She is a great role model for other students

  • Mrs. Zickgraf

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Wesley Francek

Wesley has the best manners, and he uses them all the time. He is always sure to say "thank you" for anything I give him (even school work!) He is a very polite boy!

  • Mrs. Monarch

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Joey Brewer

Joey makes sure to help clean our room at the end of each day!

  • Mrs. York

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Harlynn Puketa

Harlynn is always so positive. She is a hard worker and always is willing to give a helpful hand to others. Harlynn makes every day a great day with her smiles, and kind words of motivation to her classmates. Keep up the amazing work, Harlynn

  • Mrs. Demick

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Sawyer McClelland

Sawyer shows all the characteristic of being a pawsitive students. He is kind, helpful, responsible and respectful. He always puts in extra effort in everything he does. Great job Sawyer!!

  • Mrs. Raymo

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Cerridwen Moore

Cerridwen is a sweet and kind little girl with a big heart! She's always ready to share a smile or a helping hand to anyone in need! She's also a great listener in the classroom!

  • Mrs. Snider

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Kyah Acel

Kyah is a very hard worker. She is a good citizen and always tries her best.

  • Mrs. Kavanagh

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Sloane Pierce

Sloane loves school! She works hard and is always a kind friend!

  • Mrs. Powers

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Brock Ray

Brock always follows the directions and listens when his teachers are speaking.

  • Mrs. B, Mrs. C and Mrs. L

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Taylor Sabon

Taylor comes to class every day ready to learn and is always willing to help and share with others

  • Mrs. Branson

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Trianna Moore

Trianna is a kind, caring and compassionate girl. She goes out of her way to compliment friends and adults, and she is always willing to help others.

  • Mrs. Monarch

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Ana Krauss

Ana is a very hard worker. She tries her best and her writing is amazing!

  • Mrs. Kavanagh

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Elyanna Cosio

Elyanna has made lots of progress this year. She has worked so hard and always has a smile. She wants to learn and has a positive attitude every day.

  • Mrs. Powers

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Braydon Louks

Braydon exhibits many qualities of a "Pawsitive" student. He is diligent and mindful in his school work. He also recently stepped out of his comfort zone to present at the Board of Education meeting. Way to go, Braydon!

  • Mrs. Zak

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William McClelland

William is a kind classmate who always helps and encourages others! He supports his teammates and is quick to celebrate their successes! His kindness and positive attitude make our class a better place everyday!

  • Mrs. Snider

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Nora Matthews

Nora a great student. She works hard and is always kind to others. Nora is a great role model for other students.

  • Mrs Raymo

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Liam Wigglesworth

Liam is a kind and respectful student. He always shows appreciation for others. For example, thanking people for helping him , telling them to have a great day, or bring gifts to make a person's day brighter. He always thinks of others and is a wonderful role model for his classmates.

  • Mrs. Zickgraf
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Autumn Harms

Autumn is consistently helpful and respectful, treating classmates and adults with kindness while stepping up whenever someone needs support. She always gives her best effort, approaching tasks with perseverance, a positive attitude, and pride in her work.


  • Mrs. Roose
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Oakley Spaulding

Oakley is working so hard, and it really shows! She is always willing to help others and brings such a positive attitude towards everything she does. Her kindness, effort, and great attitude makes the classroom a happier place. Keep shining your bright light, Oakley!


  • Mrs. Demick
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Beau Gorinac

Always on task! Extremely helpful at all times!

  • Mrs. York

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ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK BY 3/1 ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK BY 3/1

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COOLER TEMPERATURES

With colder weather on the way, we want to remind students and families to bring coats, hats, gloves and even snow pants and boots as we move into snowy weather. We want to make sure all our Bulldogs are prepared to go outside for recess!

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FOOD ALLERGIES & SPECIAL LUNCHROOM REQUESTS

If your child has a food related allergy that needs special accommodations, YPS Food Services needs to have a new signed Doctor’s Note on file each year. You can turn this into the office or have your child’s Dr. fax it to 810-384-8010.
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MEDICATION POLICY

If your student requires any medication during the school day, then our district has the following policies:

  • All medications must be brought to the office by an adult. This includes any non-prescription medication such as cough drops or pain reliever.

  • All medication must be in the original container.

  • All prescription medications such as inhalers and EPI-Pens need a signed consent form from the prescribing physician.

  • Consent forms by parents must be signed in order for the medicine to be administered at school.

  • Forms are available in the office. Please be mindful that all medicine not picked up at the end of the school year will be disposed of.

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John F. Farrell-Emmett Elementary

Mrs. Jessica Harris, Principal

Jane Kavanagh, Secretary

Jonathan McCulloch, Social Worker

FES Children's Center

Rebecca Branson

810-384-1300 Ext. 3440



GSRP

Nicole Brewer

810-384-1300 Ext 3403

Email: jkavanagh@ypsd.us
Website: ypsd.us
Phone: 810-384-1300

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