The Penguin Post 26 27 #1

Dear Penguin Families,

Welcome back to a new school year! I want to take a moment to thank everyone for helping us get off to such a great start. It has been wonderful to see our students back in the building, reconnecting with friends, meeting their teachers, and settling into the excitement of another year at Princeton.

I also want to sincerely thank everyone for their patience and cooperation as we work through our arrival and dismissal procedures. These routines take time to establish, and I appreciate everyone doing their part to put the safety of our students and staff first. Your patience, attention, and cooperation make a tremendous difference.

As we continue to fine-tune our traffic flow, please remember to obey all traffic laws and City of St. Clair Shores traffic ordinances. In particular, please do not block resident driveways, and remember that vehicles may not park within 20 feet of a crosswalk. Cones will be out at dismissal times in the coming week to mark the 20 foot line. This is a critical piece of safety and traffic flow. As you may have noticed, the St. Clair Shores Police Department has been issuing tickets for traffic violations and will continue to do so. Please remember to keep safety top of mind during school pickup by always using designated crosswalks and looking both ways before crossing the street with your children.

These ordinances are in place for good reason. When traffic laws and ordinances are not followed, it directly affects the flow of traffic and, most importantly, the safety of everyone in our Princeton community. Please plan accordingly, allow yourself a little extra time, and do your part to help us keep arrival and dismissal safe and efficient for all.

Our teachers have also been working very hard to establish beginning-of-the-year expectations, routines, and classroom communities. Over the coming weeks, they will begin administering baseline assessments that will help us better understand where each student is academically and how we can best support their individual growth throughout the year. We are excited about the learning ahead!

Let the Fun Run Begin!

This Thursday, our PTO will officially kick off the Fun Run festivities with our students! Please be on the lookout for information coming home to families with details and next steps. The Fun Run is our only fundraiser for Princeton, and it is truly one of the most special events of the year for our students. It is a wonderful opportunity for our entire school community to come together, have fun, and support the programs and experiences that make Princeton such a special place for our children.

If you have not yet ordered your PTO Class Shirt for your student, please do so ASAP so that it arrives in time for the Fun Run and for future Princeton events. We can't wait to see our students proudly representing their classes! Our first PTO Meeting will be held next Tuesday, September 8th at 7PM. We hope to see you there!

Don’t forget, our Open House will be next Wednesday, September 9th. We will be running two sessions, the first beginning at 6-6:30 and the second beginning 6:45-7:15. Sessions will begin promptly.

Finally, I want to wish all of our Princeton families a very nice and enjoyable Labor Day weekend. Take some time to relax, enjoy the long weekend, and spend time with your families.

And with that, let's bring on another beautiful Michigan autumn! As I enjoy these final weeks of Michigan corn, I can already taste the cider and donuts and picture those cool bonfire nights right around the corner. There is something pretty special about fall in Michigan, and I look forward to enjoying the season with all of you.

Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend, Princeton families. Thank you again for a great start to the school year, and thank you for everything you do to make Princeton such a wonderful place for our students.

I'll see you at Princeton!

Mr. Cabe

Principal

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! Whether your family is returning to the waddle or joining the Princeton Penguins for the very first time, I am absolutely thrilled to welcome you to a brand-new year of learning, growth, and community.

As your Dean of Students, my primary mission is to ensure that every single child feels safe, valued, and excited to walk through our doors each morning. At Princeton Elementary, we believe that education extends beyond the textbook. We are dedicated to nurturing the whole child—supporting their academic journey alongside their social, emotional, and behavioral growth. My door is always open to our students and to you, our vital partners in education.

We know that students achieve their best when the school and home are deeply connected. If you ever have a question or concern regarding your child's experience at school, please start with the classroom teacher as they know your child's daily school life best. If you need to contact me, feel free to call or email and we can set up a time to discuss your questions or concerns.

Thank you for trusting us with your wonderful children. Let’s make this the best year yet!

Warmly,

Mrs. Donnelly

(586)445-4190 ext2431

jdonnelly@scslakeview-k12.com

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Look for them to come home in backpacks on Tuesday, September 8, 2027. If your child did not attend Princeton, your report will be sent home as soon as the office receives it.

Green Team has been planning amazing activities for our team and school. In September we are starting off with our Costume Closet.

September 25th and October 2nd, after school until 6 p.m., families can drop off gently used, clean Halloween costumes. Then on Friday, October 9th, families can come to Princeton and choose a costume for their child. There will be no charge for costumes and you do not have to donate to take a costume.

Mr. Cabe's weekly call will have more details as the dates approach. Any questions, please email ppickett@scslakeview-k12.com

The Macomb Intermediate School District is once again holding a back to school Health and Wellness Fair. It's a great family event to attend. Please see the flyer below for all the fun details!

This year we welcome 1st and 2nd graders to participate in Princeton's Art Club. As the link below states, students who sign up will participate one, possibly 2 times per month during their lunch recess. It is very important parents that you stress - during lunch recess. Until we have an idea of interest, it will be very hard to give specifics other than the above information.

Feel free to email me if you have any questions - ppickett@scslakeview-k12.com

Hi, Princeton families! My name is Michelle McLennan, and I am excited to be one of Princeton’s Math Specialists this year! Some of you may recognize me as a former 3rd grade teacher at Princeton, where I spent many years helping students build strong academic and social-emotional skills. Math has always been a passion of mine, and I’m excited to share that passion with our students and families. Throughout the year, I’ll be sharing simple ideas, activities, and strategies that you can use at home to make math fun, build confidence, and help your child see that math is everywhere!

🎲 Math, Strategy & So Much More!

Board games and card games are more than just fun—they're learning in disguise! ❤️

When children play games, they practice important skills without even realizing it!

🧠 Math & Thinking: Counting, recognizing numbers, sequencing, comparing, adding, and developing strategy.

🎯 Problem-Solving: Games encourage children to think ahead, make decisions, and try different strategies.

🤝 Social-Emotional Skills: Children practice taking turns, sharing, following rules, being patient, and working with others.

💪 Learning to Lose: Losing is an important part of learning! Games give children a safe opportunity to handle disappointment, try again, and learn that it’s okay not to win every time.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Connection: Most importantly, games provide a chance to slow down, talk, laugh, and spend time together.

So, pull out a deck of cards or your favorite board game and play! You may be having fun, but your child is building skills that will help them in school and beyond. 🎲🃏❤️