March 18: Monday Magi Messenger
March 18, 2024
Happy Monday Magi Families
As we step into this week, we find ourselves on the brink of spring break, a well-deserved respite for students, staff, and families. It's a time when we can unwind, reconnect with friends and family, and recharge before diving into the school year's final stretch. Last week was particularly rewarding as I had the pleasure of once again spending time with our students. Engaging with them is always a highlight for me as an educator. Together with a team of dedicated chaperones, we traveled to Grand Rapids, where our students immersed themselves in a financial literacy simulation at Junior Achievement. Witnessing their engagement and real-world learning always reminds me of the great things our schools and students do for our community.
As we anticipate the upcoming break, I encourage each of you to embrace the opportunity to rest and rejuvenate. Let's take this time to do things that bring us joy and relaxation, whether it's spending quality time with family, exploring new hobbies, or simply enjoying moments of (hopefully) some sunshine. Please also consider the importance of students returning from our break with renewed energy and focus. The final months of the school year lie ahead, including important state assessments in April. Let's use this break as a chance to recharge our bodies and minds to return refreshed and ready to tackle the challenges and opportunities that await us all.
Warm regards,
Mrs. Kowalski
🚌 Stay Connected with Our School Bus Updates! 📱
We know how important it is for you to stay informed about your child's school bus route, and we have recently experienced some transitions in our transportation department. That's why we're thrilled to introduce a new option for receiving timely updates on any changes or delays to your child's bus schedule. We understand that unexpected changes can be stressful for both you and your child. That's why we're offering you the convenience of receiving text message alerts directly to your mobile device. You'll be the first to know whether it's a route change, a delay, or any other urgent update. To sign up for our text message alerts, simply follow the instructions coming home on Monday or by using these graphics and info. Thank you for entrusting us with your child's transportation needs!
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More Reading at CES!
Special Visitors for Reading
March is Reading Month at Colon Elementary School and we had a special visitor! Mrs. Bower, also known as DK Teacher Taya Bower's mom, brought in her work's emotional support dog to join our reading session. It was a paws-itively delightful experience for the kids as they snuggled up with their favorite books and enjoyed the company of our furry friend. Thank you, Mrs. Bower, for making reading even more enjoyable and comforting for our students!
Thanks a bunch!!
We are endlessly grateful for the amazing staff, leadership, and community members who have stepped up to support our athletics department this season at our home games. Between the amazing work of Larry French and our game staff, they have rolled with changes and supported students, fans, and our athletics department in so many ways. Thank you for your spirit, your flexibility, and all you do to support Magi Athletics!
iReady Incentives a Hit!
We had the honor of celebrating amazing students who have contributed to some record gains in academic growth over the past school year. From meeting their iReady goals to exceeding them and even surpassing their stretch goals, our students have truly shown their commitment to learning and growth.
To celebrate, students enjoyed well-deserved incentives, including visiting with friends, listening to some country tunes, and indulging in delicious Chick-fil-A and ice cream during the last half hour of the day. We couldn't be prouder of our students for demonstrating all that they have learned this year. Their achievements reflect their dedication and the support of our entire school community.
🤖🎉 Exciting News from the CHS Robotics Team! 🎉🤖
We're bursting with pride for our amazing robotics coach and student, who represented CHS at the First Robotics Competition in Ann Arbor today at Skyline High! We are proud of the opportunities like Robotics that we provide for our students here at CHS.
St. Joseph ISD Quiz Bowl Recap
From the ISD Facebook Page: The St. Joseph County ISD's annual Quiz Bowl tournaments were held on February 28 & 29, 2024. Area schools brought a total of nine high school and ten middle school teams to compete. Teams prepared by studying a variety of subjects including literature and language arts, science, mathematics, social sciences, and more.
DECA Day One in Detroit
From the DECA Facebook Page: Day One Recap from Ms. Bowers: We had an extremely action packed day. I am so blessed to be able to help these students experience and navigate what a day of being in a huge city looks like. Learning how to take public transportation, trying new foods, and meeting new friends from different walks of life.
Red Cross Visit to CES!
The Red Cross visited GSRP through 2nd-grade classes to teach about fire preparedness! This initiative aims to educate children early on about fire safety, empowering them with knowledge and skills to respond in emergencies. Through interactive activities and discussions, students learned about fire hazards, and prevention strategies. This collaboration between the Red Cross highlights the importance of community partnerships in promoting safety awareness among youth.
DECA in Detroit for Competition
Check out these fantastic snapshots of our talented students from Colon High soaking up the energy at the Michigan State Career Development Conference (SCDC) in Detroit. From competition to workshops, there's no doubt that they are having a great time. Our students are laser-focused on honing their leadership and professional skills, aiming to shine and bring home some awards.
Professional Learning on Friday
Today was an enriching day of professional learning for our dedicated teachers! Before our conferences kick off, our educators delved into enhancing curriculum resources to engage our students. Principal PeGan led a math curriculum session, exploring various options to enrich the mathematical journey of our students.
Professional Learning on Friday
Meanwhile, other educators immersed themselves in the power of literacy, discovering the effectiveness of Document-Based Questions (DBQs) in fostering strong reading and analytical skills. A huge shoutout to our incredible team of educators! Your commitment to growth and student success is inspiring.
It was a great day for our Colon High School financial literacy students! Today, we embarked on an epic journey to the BRAND NEW Junior Achievement of Southwest Michigan Finance Park in Grand Rapids! From the moment we stepped in, it was like diving headfirst into the world of "adulting" – every decision we made felt like a step toward shaping our financial futures.
Through hands-on simulations, we explored the delicate dance between career choices, education paths, and managing money. Budgeting, planning, and navigating life's twists and turns – we tackled it all, and boy, was it a ride! We didn't just learn about finance today; we lived it! And amidst the excitement, we're incredibly grateful to our amazing parent and staff chaperones for guiding us through the adventure and to our transportation staff for keeping us safe and sound. You all rock! Thank you for helping us pave the way to the futures we dream of!
GSRP, DK & K Signing
As part of this event our future Magi will be "signing" or committing to attend a our kindergarten or preschool program. The aim of signing days is to create excitement around starting school and to highlight the significance of early education in a child's development. It's also a way for schools and communities to come together to support young children as they embark on their educational journey.
GSRP & Kindergarten Round-Up Details Announced!
Get ready for our GSRP & Kindergarten Round-Up & Signing Event! 📝This will occur on Wednesday, April 3rd, from 4-7 PM. Each student will get a chance to "sign" as a Magi! Join us for an event filled with fun activities and essential information: 🏰 Bounce House 🍔 Delicious Food 🚌 School Bus Tours 👓 Vision Screening 🤝 Community Partners ...and MUCH MORE! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to kickstart your child's educational journey with us! Mark your calendars and spread the word! 🎈
