Pembroke Press

Birmingham Public Schools is making it easier than ever to request bus transportation for your student.

Quick and Easy Enrollment
We have replaced the previous Google Form with a new, streamlined request form that takes just a few moments to complete. All families requesting transportation for next school year must complete this form in order to receive bus service.

Watch the How-To Video

A short video is available to walk you through how to access the form and submit your request.

High-Tech Updates Coming Soon

STEP BY STEP DIRECTIONS TO COMPLETE FORM:

• Login to Powerschool
• Select your student in the upper left
• Go to Forms on left hand side of the page
• Scroll down and select, Birmingham Online Annual Registration Transportation Request Form
• Review the options & select your responses
• Select Submit at the bottom of the page

We are also preparing to roll out new routing software designed to improve accuracy and provide real-time benefits for families. Additional updates will be shared as these improvements are implemented for next year.

We look forward to supporting your student's transportation needs in the year ahead.

After 25 remarkable years at Pembroke of inspiring minds and shaping futures, we are honored to announce the retirement of Renee Hart. While currently teaching 3rd grade, throughout her career Mrs. Hart has taught 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades.

Mrs. Hart has made an incredible impact on generations of students, colleagues, and the school community. Known for her passion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to education, she has touched countless lives inside and outside the classroom.

After 31 years, we proudly celebrate the retirement of Mrs. Allen. Throughout her career, she has been a steady source of support, inspiration, and encouragement for countless learners. Mrs. Allen started her career at Pembroke teaching 1st grade and then started the kindergarten/1st grade loop. For the last 23 years she has been a reading specialist both at Pembroke and other buildings across the district.

Mrs. Allen’s unwavering commitment to every child’s success, has made a lasting impact on generations of students and families. Beyond the classroom, she has been a trusted colleague, a mentor to many, and a positive force within the entire school community, leaving a legacy that will continue to shape the school for years to come.

After 28 years of dedicated service, Mimi Otterbein will be retiring from Pembroke. Throughout the years, Mimi has served our community as a Kinder Plus teacher, preschool teacher, and Kids Club Director, touching the lives of countless children and families.

Her commitment, warmth, and passion for early childhood education have made a lasting impact on our school. She has helped create a nurturing environment where students feel supported, encouraged, and inspired to grow. We are deeply grateful for her many contributions and the positive difference she has made in our community.

A retirement celebration will be held on Thursday, June 4th from 4-5pm at Pembroke, and all are welcome to attend! A separate invitation will follow.

Let’s honor Mrs. Hart, Mrs. Allen, and Mrs. Otterbein for a lifetime of service, dedication, and love for teaching. Congratulations on a well-earned retirement!

At Birmingham Public Schools, we are committed to utilizing instructional technology to help prepare our students for success and the in-demand careers of tomorrow. We also take numerous measures to help ensure all students use this technology responsibly both inside and outside the classroom.

As technology continues to evolve, Birmingham Public Schools is conducting a thorough review of district policy regarding digital resources used for teaching and learning, including school-issued devices, digital tools, and the i-Ready platform.

The District Curriculum Council, which includes teachers, administrators, parents, students, and Board of Education members, has been reviewing community survey results on this issue and is making recommendations related to instructional technology use at Birmingham schools. These recommendations are aligned with the most up-to-date research, best practices, and community input. A separate committee is evaluating the use of smartphones and personal devices at school.

Families, staff, and community members are invited to review the draft recommendations and complete the feedback survey linked below. Input gathered will help inform final revisions.

Updated Administrative Regulation

Outlines district expectations for student use of school-issued devices, digital tools, internet access, and responsible technology use.

Companion Guidance Document

Provides practical examples and recommended practices to support consistent implementation in schools and classrooms.

Link to the feedback survey is here: Feedback Survey: Draft AR 8001 & Companion Guidance

We will have additional updates at our Tuesday, May 19, regular board meeting.

As we head into the final stretch of the year, please remember that when utilizing the car rider line, families should pull as far forward as possible. No students should be dropped off by the staff lot. If you are utilizing the car rider line, students should exit the car near the main entrance and walk to the appropriate door.

At this time of year we begin planning for staffing and student placement for the 26 - 27 school year. If your student/s will be entering grades 1 - 5 next school year and you will not be returning, we would appreciate you taking a minute to fill out this form, so we can plan appropriately for next year. Thank you so much. Again, this form should only be filled out if your child is not returning to Pembroke next year and would be in entering grades 1 - 5.

As the school year winds down and schedules fill up, the last thing parents want to think about is back-to-school shopping. That's where EduKit comes in.

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Each spring students in K - 5th grade participate in Health Education lessons. Typically, these lessons will begin in late April or May. Please see the letter included below with more information on health education and directions on how to opt students out, if you would like. An overview of the topics taught are listed below. For more information on specific curriculum please see the included letter.

Kindergarten – Third Grade

Wed., May 13 - 5th Grade Orchestra Concert at Seaholm

Fri., May 15 - Pembroke Spring Fling 6-8p

Thurs., May 21- Shavuot begins (at sundown)

Fri., May 22 - 5th Grade Field Trip to DIA

Mon., May 25 - Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL

Tues., May 26 - Eid-al-Adha begins (at sundown)

Thurs., May 28 - 5th Grade visit to Derby in AM

Fri., May 29 - Pembroke Field Day

Wed., June 3 - Pembroke senior alumni breakfast

Sat., June 6 - Eton Street Singers perform at UWM Field

Wed., June 10 - 5th Grade Ceremony & Celebration

Thurs, June 11 - 1/2 Day -Dismissal at 11:50

Fri., June 12 - Last Day for students - 1/2 Day -Dismissal at 11:50

Eton Street Singers Performing at UWM Field on Saturday, June 6th

You are invited to join the Eton Street Singers for our annual baseball game at UWM (formerly Jimmy John's) field. The students will be singing the National Anthem to begin the game! We would love to have our Pembroke families join us for a fun evening at the baseball field. We'll sing around 5:15 PM and the game begins at 5:30 PM. Click on the link to purchase tickets and see the flyer for more details. Hope to see you there!

Ticket Purchase Link: https://www.ticketreturn.com/prod2new/GroupPortalPEC.asp?HoldID=1529&SponsorID=19324&EventID=357101

Help make our Spring Fest a success by signing up for just a one-hour volunteer shift! Without adult supervision, we cannot operate the inflatable obstacle course, bounce house, inflatable slide, bungee run, or the dunk tank and they will be eliminated from Spring Fest. Your sixty minutes of time ensures that the Pembroke Pride will have an amazing evening to celebrate the end of the school year. Please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0C49AEAC2DA7F85-62882990-2026

Thank you to everyone who donated items and their time last week to help us celebrate the incredible Pembroke staff!

Congratulations to our 2026-2027 PTA Board!

President: Tracey Savcic

VP: Brad McDonald

Treasurer: Britt-Marie Fleury

Secretary: Lindsey Peck

Past President: Monica Brinkman

Click here to review the May 2026 PTA Meeting Minutes.

We are so happy to announce and celebrate the 2026 Volunteer of the Year - Megan Wingert!

Megan's incredible dedication, creativity, and ability to make even running feel like a reward. She took the lead in planning and executing a very successful Fun Run, somehow convincing even the “indoor” kids that moving our legs repeatedly would be a good time. Her greatest asset however, shone after the finish line, where she organized thoughtful incentives like movie/popcorn day and breakfast with Mrs. Hoyne for top earners. Megan's smile, enthusiasm, attention to detail, and commitment to Pembroke make her a truly wonderful volunteer and all her efforts are appreciated.

We are also thrilled to announce that Danielle Rumple was voted PTSA Council Volunteer of the Year!

We all see Danielle's dedication to Pembroke each day, but it is incredibly exciting to see her recognized at the District level for her work at Reflections Chair in addition to everything else she does.

Congratulations Megan and Danielle!

Friday May 15, 2026 - Spring Fest

Thursday June 4, 2026 - Retirement Celebration

Get ready to celebrate your incoming Kindergarten or Middle School student this fall with a 2026-27 BEF Welcome Kit!

Order NOW and get ahead of the game!

Kindergarten Kit: https://supportbef.ejoinme.org/kindergartenkit

Middle School Kit: https://supportbef.ejoinme.org/middleschoolkit

*Kits will be available for pickup/delivery the week prior to school starting.

For questions or assistance, contact: Kathy Zanolli: BEF@birmingham.k12.mi.us | (248)203-3030

Join us for the Seaholm Boys Varsity Tennis Clinic on Saturday, May 16th at the Seaholm Tennis Courts. It will be a fun morning on the courts with the State Champs, learning skills and benefiting our Boys Varsity Tennis program.

Open to ages 5+ 💛 Beginner: 8:30–9:30AM 🎾 Intermediate/Advanced: 10:30–11:30AM 💰 $30/player | $25 for siblings 🌧️ Rain date: Sunday, May 17th

Scan the QR code in the flyer to register — spots are limited!

Seaholm Boys Tennis Clinic Registration Link