Ryan Elementary School Update

Shining Stars: Celebrating Our December Student Leaders
JaVonni Cussigh
JaVonni is a hard worker who comes to class prepared and ready to work. He is kind and considerate of others, and always willing to lend a helping hand when needed. Great job JaVonni!
Nominated by: Mrs. Judson
Macy Coco
Macy is respectful to all students and includes everyone in everything she does. She has shown that she is responsible by making sure her things are always organized and turned in. Macy is a great leader for for our school. Great job Macy!
Nominated by: Ms. Skirka
Nora Rinehart
Nora is a kind, hardworking, determined student. She is always wanting to do her best. Nora always participates in class and helps others when they need it. Nora shows respect, responsibility, and kindness everyday. Great job Nora!
Nominated by: Mrs. Beaudoin
Ryan Family Survey
Ryan Elementary School Families,
Please take a few moments to complete our school perception survey. Feedback received will help us improve the learning experience for your child and the school community. You can click the tinyurl below or the use the QR code to access the survey.
NOTE: This survey is asking only about Ryan Elementary School.
Thank you!
February Elementary Candy Bar Fundraiser
Important Update!
Anderson and Ryan have both made a few requests to extend the candy bar sale until next Friday, February 28th. We are happy to announce that we will be doing just that in both buildings! All funds are due next Friday.
Thank you so much to everyone who has participated in this fundraiser. Your support has been invaluable!
Additionally, the Student Senate is reaching out to their classes for ideas on how we can enhance our playground with some of the funds we have earned. We look forward to hearing your creative suggestions!
March Madness at Ryan Elementary
Book Madness- Sports Theme for March is Reading Month
Dress-up Days: (Fridays)
- February 28th- Wear Anything with Words
- March 7th- Team Up for Reading (Wear Anything to Support Your Favorite Sport)
- March 14th- Backwards Day (Wear your clothes, backwards, or inside out)
- March 22nd- Viking Pride (Purple and Gold Day)
Activities Throughout the Month Include:
- Mini Brackets: Students can complete mini brackets with their chosen books "Sweet 16" booklist.
- Schoolwide "Sweet 16" book list: The top most-read books in our school will be displayed in the cafeteria in bracket format. Students will vote for their favorite books during library class and the winning books will advance to the next week.
- Guest Readers: Throughout the month, we will have guest readers and designated "Drop Everything and Read" times.
- Book Teasers: Teachers will start us off with a quick round-robin book teaser.
- Drop everything And Read: sprinkled through the month for studnets to travel to different locations throughout the building and read.
Conference Week Art Gallery: Harmonious Creations
Join us for our first annual Ryan Elementary Art Gallery: Harmonious Creations! This exciting event will take place during conference week on Monday, March 10th, and Tuesday, March 11th, from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM in the Ryan Elementary Gym.
Come enjoy refreshments as you explore the amazing creations of our talented students.
A Tasty Take on the Spine in Mrs. Lippert's Class
You "Make A Difference" Awards Nomination Form (2024-2025 School Year)
This award is to recognize those individuals in Branch County Schools or Community who have made a significant and positive impact on the educational experience of a student with special needs.
Nomination must be received by April 4, 2025
Leader in Me Job Specialists
Students at Ryan Elementary School have several opportunities throughout the year to be great leaders. Students apply and are selected for various jobs throughout the building. Below are our current building leaders.
Early Riser Cleanup Crew
- Liam Shaffer
- Javier Lubianos
Recess Doorman
- Aubree Bergman
- Tristen Gray
- Iker Sotelo
Morning Greeter
- Madalyn Tepepa
- Reese Keener
- Aaron Barrington
- Brady Shaw
- Jason Jackson
- Christian Huff
Morning Announcements Leaders
- Jaida Miller
- Sage Cary
Photographers
- Meyah Cronkhite
- Haley Phillips
- Ryleigh Siwick
Recess Equipment Specialists
- Allison Simon
- Jackson Shutts
Lunch Specialist
- Blake Saterlee
- Liberty Holderman
- Whytt Leyo
- Vayda Kriser
- Bristol Farris
- Jaci Henderson
We have amazing leaders at Ryan Elementary School!
Future Dates
February 5 Half Day for Students - Teacher PD
February 5 Candy Bar Fundraiser Kick-Off Assembly
February 6 3rd Grade Field Trip to the Capital and History Museum
February 12 Spring Count Day
February 14 Half Day for Students/Staff
February 17 No School – Farmer’s Day
February 26 Candy Bar Fundraiser Sale Ends
March 5 Half Day for Students - Teacher PD
March 10 P-T Conferences – School in Session & Art Gallery
March 14 School-wide Celebration
March 24 Spring Break Begins
March 31 Students return from Spring Break – Full day
April 2 Half Day for Students - Teacher PD
April 18 No School – Good Friday
April 24th 4th Grade Field Trip Kalamazoo Valley Museum
April 25 Half Day for Students – Teacher Record Day
May 7 Half Day for Students - Teacher PD
May 15 Ryan Elementary Extravaganza (Field Day, Awards & Family Picnic)
May 22 Class of 2025 Commencement Ceremony
May 26 No School – Memorial Day
May 28th 5th Grade Field Trip to Sauder Village (Tentative)
May 30 Half day - Last Day of school for Students - Teacher Records Day