Roosevelt Report

Our Mission is to educate, challenge, and inspire every student to achieve personal success and become confident contributors to society.

Dear Roosevelt Families,

We have had another fantastic week at Roosevelt Elementary! As we move further into November, we are so grateful for the many ways our families continue to support our school community.

Support Our Tigers: Community-Favorite Fundraisers!

We are excited to highlight two of our community’s absolute favorite fundraisers! Both of these events are wonderful opportunities for extended families, neighbors, and friends to support our Roosevelt Tigers. Please feel free to share the ordering details with family and friends near and far!

1. PTA Texas Roadhouse Rolls

A community favorite year after year! Families love having these delicious rolls ready for Thanksgiving dinner. Be sure to stock up for your holiday gatherings or share with local relatives.

2. Roosevelt Cookie Fundraiser

Offering a fantastic selection of delicious cookies and goodies! These treats make wonderful holiday gifts for neighbors, co-workers, friends, and family.

**Forms went home in student backpacks

Winter Weather Reminders

As the weather gets colder, please be sure to send your student to school with a warm coat each day. We also strongly encourage families to label all coats, hats, gloves, and other winter gear with your student's first and last name so we can easily return lost items to their owners. Please take a moment to refresh your student's extra clothing stash at school. Make sure they have a complete change of clothes that is seasonally appropriate (pants, long sleeves, warm socks) and still fits comfortably in case of spills or accidents. Additionally, now is a great time to begin practicing independently "gearing up" for the snow.

Helpful order for getting ready:

● Snow pants

● Boots

● Coat on

● Zip coat

● Hat

● Mittens/Gloves

Family Survey – We Want to Hear From You!

We are always looking for ways to grow, improve, and better support our students at Roosevelt Elementary. Your feedback is an important part of that process!

We ask all families to take a few minutes to complete our Family Survey. The survey consists of just a few multiple-choice questions about your child's experience at Roosevelt and takes less than 3 minutes to complete. Hearing from our families helps us celebrate what is going well and identify areas where we can continue to improve. We truly value your input and appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts!

Thank you for your ongoing partnership and dedication to making Roosevelt Elementary a great place to learn and grow. Have a wonderful week!

With Tiger Pride,

Mrs. Samouelian

Holidays are around the corner. Scan the QR Code below to shop the catalog or visit NeedsYourSupport.org. This fundraiser is the school's primary fundraiser. Share with family and friends any where in the world. Order the cookies for your cookie exchange. Purchase gifts for family members or collagues. Grab some treats for upcoming parties you will be attending. Make your life easier with some new gadgets. Gifts can be sent directly to you.

At Roosevelt, we value our families' feedback! Your input helps us celebrate our strengths, identify opportunities for growth, and continue making Roosevelt the best place for our Tigers to learn and thrive.Our annual parent survey helps us recognize trends over time, understand what is working well, and identify areas where we can continue to improve. We want the VERY BEST for our tigers and your input helps us!

Announcing our new art teacher, Mrs. Meaghan Allen! Mrs. Allen will be joining the Roosevelt Special Area Team. Her first day will be November 16th where she and Mrs. Stubbe (our current art guest teacher) will work together to create a smooth transition for our Tigers. We are thrilled to have Mrs. Allen join our team. Get to know Mrs. Allen below!

Hello! My name is Meaghan Allen and I am so excited to join the Roosevelt community as the new Art Teacher. I have a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Art Education from Western Michigan University. I come to Livonia with over 12 years of experience in elementary art. My goal is to create an inclusive, engaging and supportive environment in my art classroom. Outside of the classroom I enjoy spending time with my husband and 4 children. I also enjoy crafting and reading in my free time. I am looking forward to a great school year!

See and Hear what Our Tigers are doing in their special area classes

Click the image below and see what has been happening at Roosevelt!

Our Second Grade Kindness Squad is excited to lead our school’s upcoming food drive with the help of Gleaners Community Food Bank! From November 3rd through November 23rd, we are encouraging families to donate non-perishable food items to help support local families in need. Collection boxes will be located outside each classroom, making it easy for students to drop off their donations.

Last year, our school community came together to collect an incredible 688 pounds of food, providing 516 meals for families in need! This year, we are hoping to break our school record and help feed even more families.

Every donation, big or small, makes a difference. Thank you for helping our Second Grade Kindness Squad spread kindness beyond our school walls and make a positive impact in our community!

Tigers on the Run is BACK, and we need volunteers to help our Tigers track their miles!

What will you do?

Volunteers will scan the QR codes on student necklaces to keep track of the laps our Tigers complete.

�� When: Daily during lunch recess (11:40 AM–12:30 PM)

�� Where: Playground

�� What you need: A phone with the EZ Scan app downloaded

How to Get Started:

1. Search for EZ Scan in your phone’s app store and download the app.

2. Log in using the following information:

○ Username: beckybarwikowski@comcast.net

○ Password: Roosevelt26

3. Click “Sync Device” and then click “Start Session.”

Important Volunteer Requirement

• All volunteers must have a current iChat on file for the 2026–2027 school year before volunteering. ichat 2026-2027
• Please review the available time slots below and click the sign-up button to choose a time that works for you.

Tigers on the Run Volunteer Link

Thank you for supporting our Tigers and helping us track all those miles! Every lap counts!

As part of our ongoing commitment to student safety, please be reminded that a valid physical photo ID (such as a driver’s license or state ID) is required for anyone picking up a student. Starting immediately, our staff will be strictly enforcing this verification process every single time a student is signed out, without exception. Even if our team recognizes you, this uniform safety measure ensures we maintain the highest level of security for all children in our care. We kindly ask that you have your ID ready upon arrival to help keep the dismissal process moving smoothly. Thank you for your cooperation and partnership in keeping our school community safe!

Early Release End Times at 3:10pm (Cub Crew) and 3:40pm

Each school year, our district administration reviews and updates Safety & Security information for our families and staff.

To view the 2026-2027 e-flipbook, simply click on the link below and “flip” from page to page. There is a feedback form linked on the final page and we encourage you to offer your feedback, comments, or questions! Thank you for being an important partner in keeping our schools safe!

https://canva.link/safetyupdate-fall-2026

This month our Morning Meetings will be centered around teaching "Responsibility". Every week, we will share ways to discuss responsibility. Building a strong partnership between home and school is one of the most impactful ways we can help our Tigers grow into confident, compassionate, and resilient learners. When we reinforce Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) skills and positive character traits in both environments, our students receive a consistent foundation that helps these habits stick for a lifetime.

When we constantly remind children to pick up their shoes, finish homework, or pack their backpack, we are still carrying the mental load. True responsibility develops when we transfer accountability from the parent to the child.

Actionable Strategy: Ask "What’s Your Plan?"

Instead of giving instructions or issuing reminders (e.g., "Don't forget your soccer gear!"), switch to open-ended planning questions.

• Instead of: "Go clean your room right now."

• Try: "What's your plan for getting your room ready before dinner?"

• Instead of: "Did you pack your water bottle?"

• Try: "What do you need to bring to practice today?"

This simple language pivot forces their brain to engage in executive functioning and take genuine ownership of the outcome.

Dinner Table Discussion Starters

Try bringing one of these questions to the dinner table this week:

• "What is one thing you handled completely on your own this week that made you feel capable?"

• "Is there a daily routine or task around the house you feel ready to take full charge of?"

Quick Wins by Age Group

• (Ages 4–7): Give them control over order. Ask: "Would you like to put away your shoes first or put your lunchbox in the sink first?"

• (Ages 8–12): Have them design their own morning or after-school checklist. Step back and let the list do the reminding instead of you.

At Roosevelt, we teach our Tigers that responsible at lunch and recess looks like :

• Keeping our voices at the appropriate level

• Saying "please" and "thank you" to cafeteria staff,

• Remaining seated until dismissed.

• Cleaning up your spot: Pick up dropped trash or food under your seat and place trash into the proper bins.

• Single file on the gray tile to travel to recess

• Using equipment properly: Go down slides feet-first, sit upright on swings, and keep two hands on monkey bars or climbing structures.

• Including others and share: Take turns with shared equipment (basketballs, jump ropes, gaga ball),

• Keeping hands and feet to yourself

• Lining up when the recess bell rings or the whistle blows

Mrs. Shelide's Classroom and Mrs. Garbutt's Classroom

Mrs. Cavalier's Class and Mrs. Culp's Class

• Tues. Nov. 10 IEP Binder Organization Event at Grant Elementary LMC

• Wed. Nov 11 Veterans Day - Wear your Red, White and Blue

• Fri. Nov 13 Cookie and Canvas - Must register prior to the event (see below for registering)

• Tues Nov 17: Drama Kids Parent Event 4pm (only students participating in Drama Kids)

• Fri. Nov. 20 - When I Grow Up Popcorn Day

• Mon. Nov 23 - 4th grade Friendsgiving 12:30pm

• Tues. Nov 24 - First Grade Friendsgiving 11:45pm; Bounce It Up

• Wed., Nov 25 - No school - Thanksgiving Recess Begins

Membership is for everyone!! We are trying to reach our goal of 150 members, currently 107. Join the PTA today!

We are not asking for any additional commitment than you are willing to give. Can't make a meeting, no problem! We will post minutes online for you to keep up with recent events. Want to volunteer but have limited time? No problem; we will contact our members first with all volunteer opportunities as they come up throughout the year

Sign up between now and 12/1 and be entered into small drawings that will take place the first Tuesday of each month with the potential to earn free tickets to PTA events or other items and one final drawing with multiple prizes available in December.

September Winner: Jones Family - 1 free ticket to the November Cookies and Canvas event!

October Winner: Garcia Family -

November Winner: Brown Family -

December Winner: ___________________

Grand Prize Winner: ____________________

Join today using this link - thank you for your support!

https://tigers.givebacks.com/shop/items/15562

11/13 @ 5:30-7:30pm. PRE-PAID EVENT ONLY NO walk-ins.

This is a fun, guided snowman painting party hosted by Mrs. Fox in the school gym, designed for all ages 5+, featuring cookies and drinks while creating art.

3 attendee options:

* Child - painter

*Adult - painter

**Non-painter: please select this option if you plan on sitting next to your Tiger/s at the event so we can ensure enough seating is available for all attendees.

Please arrive a few minutes early so event can start promptly at 5:30pm.

Students must be accompanied by an adult. This is not a student drop-off event. Anyone can paint!

Cost is $12/person, limited space available.

Click link below to secure your spot!

https://tigers.givebacks.com/shop/items/5412fad45184

NOV 24TH

We invite all our Tigers to come out for a night of fun!

$15 to be paid at the door, to facilitate checking in faster, please fill out waiver form ahead of time: https://bounceituplivonia.com/waiver/

DEC 7TH - DEC 10TH

PTA is hosting a holiday shop for our students to come and shop for gifts for their relatives and loved ones.

It is a magical time watching the kids carefully pick out each special gift for their families, they they get the chance to wrap it and address the gift specifically to each member.

Items will be priced at $2, $4, $6 & $8 - no tax

To help our Tigers stay on budget and give gentle guidance, PTA is asking for parent volunteers to help shop with them.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0848AAAC2DA5FEC25-67343122-holiday

Navigating a difficult time for your family? Concerned about a loved one? Help is available for LPS families. Scan the QR code or REACH OUT and we can help.

Reflections PTSA Program

Reflections is a multi-level arts program that brings students, families, and communities together through the creativity. Each year, students create original works of art in response to a student-created theme. Students can enter one or more arts categories and participate the program division that best fits their grade level or support needs. Based on options available in each state, winning entries may advance for additional recognition at the state and national levels.. This year's theme is "What My Culture Means to Me."

What to do

Students can submit original choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, or visual arts based on the theme.

Due Dates

Entries are due by 11:59 PM on 11/10/26. Project collection (for Visual Arts and Photography entries only) will take place at 5:30 PM on 11/18/26 , in the Livonia Board of Education boardroom (downstairs).

More information can be found here: https://www.pta.org/home/programs/reflections

Submit entries here: https://forms.gle/BZJ2Gp6mdZv61Cuc8

Our annual food service and custodial appreciation event is coming in November! Livonia PTSA Council will be packing 200 goodie bags for our favorite kitchen and custodial crews across the district. If you'd like to donate, you can click here:

Amazon wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1FJTK8GBAHQKY...

Givebacks link for monetary donations:

https://lptsacouncil.givebacks.com/shop

Livonia Public Schools, in an effort to ensure the safety and security of its students, is continuing our safety procedure for field trip drivers, chaperones, and volunteers (Noon Duty Volunteers, Library Volunteers, Art Room Volunteers, Class Party Helpers, etc.)

It is necessary for all parents/guardians who will be chaperoning field trips or volunteering in a classroom to provide information for a criminal conviction/background check. Please use the following link to go to the ICHAT form: I-Chat Form. This needs to be completed each school for each parent that might volunteer.

Elementary Day

K-4 Full Day - 8:55 am - 4:00 pm

K-4 Half Day -8:55am- 12:10pm

3:40pm Early Dismissal Ends

Lunch - 11:40-12:30 pm

ASD Cub Crew Full Day - 8:30-3:30 pm/

ASD Cub Crew Half Day -8:30- 11:30am

3:10pm Early Dismissal Ends

Office Hours 8:00-4:30 pm

Roosevelt Elementary

Email: ksamouel1@livoniapublicschools.org
Website: https://www.livoniapublicschools.org/Domain/27
Location: 30200 Lyndon, Livonia, MI, USA
Phone: 734-744-2775

Follow Us on Instagram: @roosevelt_tigerpride

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