April 1: Monday Magi Messenger

Welcome back from spring break! I hope you all had a nice time with your families. As we enter into the final stretch of the school year, I wanted to take a moment to emphasize the importance of staying informed and involved in your child's education. The next two months are incredibly critical for students as they wrap up the academic year and prepare for assessments and activities. To ensure you stay updated on all the happenings in our schools, I encourage you to read through the Monday Magi Messenger each week. It will provide valuable information about upcoming events, projects, and initiatives taking place in our buildings.

On a lighter note, I wanted to share a delightful flashback to our December drama presentation of "A Christmas Carol." It was truly a joy to witness our talented students bring the classic tale to life on stage. Some of you may recall that I even had the opportunity to join in on the fun, portraying the character of "Old Joe." It was a memorable experience for me, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to connect with our students in such a creative way. This flashback helps me to look ahead, I'm excited to announce upcoming productions of "Goldilocks on Trial" scheduled for April 19th and/or April 20th. Our students have been working tirelessly to bring this story to the stage, and I have no doubt it will be a performance to remember. I encourage you all to mark your calendars and join us for what promises to be an evening filled with laughter, entertainment, and perhaps a few surprises!

Thank you for your continued support and partnership in your child's education. Together, we can ensure that these next two months are busy and incredibly rewarding for our students.

Have a magical week,

Mrs. Kowalski

As we approach the upcoming state testing period, I want to emphasize the significant impact these assessments have on our students and our entire community. State testing goes beyond simply evaluating academic performance—it serves as a crucial measure of the effectiveness of our educational programs and the overall health of our schools and the Colon community. I urge you to prioritize ensuring that your children are well-rested and present at school for these assessments. State testing plays a pivotal role in gauging your child's academic progress and the effectiveness of our educational programs. Your cooperation in ensuring your child's attendance and readiness for these tests is invaluable and greatly appreciated.

Parents and Families, please review this important letter regarding solar eclipse safety and planning from Colon Community Schools: https://tinyurl.com/SolarMagiLetter.

There will be NO changes to the school day duration on April 8, 2024, but we wanted to share some safety protocols and changes we are making to the school day experience.

Mrs. Bohanon- Thank you for igniting their passion for animals and nature and fostering a love of learning beyond the classroom walls.

So fun!

Keep up the amazing work!

Big shoutout and congratulations to our fantastic 4th-grade Clue Me In Team for their outstanding performance today!

Taking home 3rd place in the competition is an incredible achievement, and we're so proud of all your hard work and dedication. Keep shining bright, team!

So proud of you all!

Great job!

We had another bustling day at Colon Jr/Sr High School! Our middle schoolers had the fantastic opportunity to learn about financial literacy from our friends at Sturgis Bank. Equipping our students with essential financial skills for their futures! High school students had a special treat during lunchtime with a visit from Glen Oaks. Exploring education options and pathways right here in our school cafeteria!

Exciting News from the CHS Robotics Team! We're bursting with pride for our amazing robotics coach and student representing CHS at the First Robotics Competition in Ann Arbor at Skyline High! Even though CHS had only one student attending, just like some other schools, the spirit of collaboration and support was incredible. Other teams graciously donated players so that everyone could be part of a full team. This camaraderie truly embodies the essence of the robotics community, where teamwork and inclusivity reign supreme. We are proud of the opportunities like Robotics that we provide for our students here at CHS.

Thank you Curly's! Congratulations to all the winners and a huge round of applause to every student who participated enthusiastically and enthusiastically! Your love for reading truly shines bright. 🌟 Let's keep the literary magic alive all year round! 📖✨

Exciting news! Draft recommendations for our Safe Routes To School program are ready for your feedback, stemming from our October 2023 meetings with 30+ stakeholders. With $300,000 per school for upgrades across three schools, we're poised to enhance safety and reduce traffic congestion through local partnerships. Each school also has $15,000 for programming initiatives, totaling nearly a million dollars in grant funds. Your input is crucial to shape this initiative for our students and community. Please take a moment to review and provide feedback via this survey. We value your thoughts, whether or not you've been involved in previous discussions or meetings. Let's make Colon safer together!

SURVEY: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSc0VZ0EtN9N.../viewform

VIEW THE PROPOSAL: https://drive.google.com/.../158ZQ1SvczC.../view... (please note that the lines/drawings in “pink” are proposed additions. The lines in “blue” are already existing)

PROPOSAL MEETING RECORDING: https://drive.google.com/.../1fL-afWbYZPP550CKpe5.../view...

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!

Black Rhino: rmd.at/blackrhin

Green Lizard: rmd.at/greenlizar

Red Camel: rmd.at/redcame

Orange Butterfly: rmd.at/6eh3996

Simply download the app from your app store, create an account by joining with email, google, or Facebook. Once you have created an account then you can join the following groups. To do this select the join group option and enter the group code. Once you have done that you will be accepted into the group, and you will then start to receive message!

Join us at Colon Elementary's annual end-of-year picnic – it will be amazing! 🎈🎊 Bring your family and friends for fun activities, delicious food, and great company. 🍉🥪🎶 Let's celebrate another fantastic school year together!

📅 Date: Thursday, May 23, 2024

🕛 Time: 11AM-3PM (see times for each grade level)

📍 Location: Colon Elementary School Be sure to sign up using the link below to reserve your spot, and let us know how many guests will be joining you.

Sign up here ➡️ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdW6UQYloSwo1W8c1sfcDSZpSUk-cuM9MOelRDOBh2iX3YlEg/viewform

New iReady data is available now! Log in to your parent account to view your student's progress! Follow this link for helpful information on how to access your student's information, as well as a step-by-step tutorial! https://tinyurl.com/Parent-iReady-Colon