The Weekly Update #4

SEPTEMBER

• Friday, September, 4: No School, No Eagle Club
• Monday, September, 7: No School, No Eagle Club
• Tuesday, September, 15: Play TOGETHER, Learn TOGETHER starts!
• Wednesday, September 16: 1/2 Day for all students-Limited Eagle Club Availability- 3 Year-old PM classes will run
• Thursday, September 17: Play TOGETHER, Learn TOGETHER
• Friday, September 18: No ECC, Regular Eagle Club Schedule (Before and After care) for Young 5- 5th grade
• Tuesday, September 22: Play TOGETHER, Learn TOGETHER
• Wednesday, September 23: Picture Day
• Thursday, September 24: Play TOGETHER, Learn TOGETHER
• Tuesday, September 29: Play TOGETHER, Learn TOGETHER

Eagle Club:

• Before/Am care 6:30-8:30am
• After/Pm care 3:30-6:00pm
• 1/2 day care requires an additional sign up form and runs 11:30am-6 students must pack a lunch and there is limited availability on these days.

4 year old 1/2 day M-TH; 3 year old AM M, W, F; 3 year old PM M, W:

• AM 8:15-11:15
• PM 12:15-3:15

4 year old full day M-TH or M-F

• 8:30-3:30

Half Day dismissal:

• for 1/2 day students it will remain 11:15am
• for full day students will be at 11:30am

To keep traffic moving smoothly and ensure every student’s safety, please carefully follow our staggered arrival, dismissal, and walk-up procedures.

Staggered Arrival & Dismissal Schedule Please do not arrive earlier than your designated window using the ECC lane to the left. Joining the line early creates traffic congestion for families in the earlier session.

• 8:15 AM / 3:15 PM Schedule:

  • Morning Drop-Off: Line up starting at 8:10 AM.

  • Afternoon Pick-Up: Line up starting at 3:10 PM.

• 8:30 AM / 3:30 PM Schedule:

  • Morning Drop-Off: Line up starting at 8:20 AM (please do not join the line prior to 8:20 AM).

  • Afternoon Pick-Up: Line up starting at 3:20 PM (please do not join the line prior to 3:20 PM).

Please Note: If you arrive early and get mixed into the line for an earlier schedule, staff may ask you to circle around or park in a designated space until your turn begins.

Walk-Up Pick-Up Procedures

• Car Tags Required: Always bring your physical car tag with you when walking up to collect your child.

• Crosswalk Safety: Please use designated crosswalks when crossing traffic, or proceed at your own risk.

• Dismissal Order: Staff call vehicles in the main drive line first. Walk-up students will be brought out to waiting parents in between car calls, so please allow for a brief wait.

Please remember to have a valid photo ID ready whenever you come to pick up your student. While we love connecting with our families, different team members assist in the pick up line and in the office, so you may be asked to show identification even if you have picked up before. If someone new or out of the ordinary will be picking up your child, please notify the main office and your teacher in advance so we can update our records.

Thank you for your cooperation, patience, and partnership in keeping our parking lot safe for all families!

Linden Community Schools builds a supportive environment across all buildings through the district-wide SOAR framework. At the Early Childhood Center (ECC), we bring this framework to life using four "Big Rules" tailored specifically for our youngest learners:

• S – Stay Safe

• O – Offer Kindness

• A – Act Responsibly

• R – Remember Respect

Translating Rules into Daily Routines To make these big ideas accessible, teachers translate each rule into small, understandable expectations for every part of the day—whether students are at Large Group time, in the hallway, or on the playground.

Building Social-Emotional Foundations Because preschool is a pivotal time for social growth, teachers actively weave these rules into daily skill-building:

• Reading Social Cues: Helping children recognize facial expressions, body language, and personal boundaries.

• Resolving Conflicts: Guiding students to share, take turns, and talk through disagreements constructively.

• Navigating Emotions: Teaching kids to identify their own feelings and show empathy toward others.

By practicing these habits every day, our students learn how to manage big feelings, build positive friendships, and lay the groundwork for long-term school success.

We believe that a strong partnership between home and school is key to a wonderful preschool experience. Here are all the easy ways to stay updated on school news and keep in touch with our team:

Where to Find School Updates

• District Website: Visit www.lindenschools.org anytime for news, updates, and school information.

• Monthly Newsletter: Watch your email inbox for our monthly Smore newsletter, which will also be posted directly to our webpage.

• Linden Schools App: Download the district app for quick, mobile access to announcements and updates on the go.

• When in doubt please reach out to the office at 810-591-0320

Reaching Out to Your Child’s Teacher:

Your child’s teacher is always happy to connect, answer questions, or discuss your child's learning and growth. You can easily reach out through:

• Talking Points App: Ideal for quick messaging and daily check-ins.

• Email or Phone: Great for detailed questions or scheduled chats.

• Notes: Feel free to send a written letter or note in your child's daily folder.

• Please note that as students are in session they are our number one priority, teachers will respond to messages as the day allows.

Please never hesitate to reach out—we are always here to partner with you!

Please review the foundational structure of our Eagle Club before- and after-school care program, along with key daily operational reminders.

Eagle Club Program Structure

• Minimum Schedule: Families must maintain a set schedule of at least 3 days per week (before and/or after care).

• Schedule Changes & Deadlines: Submit schedule updates via the Google Add/Drop Form by the Wednesday prior to the week the change takes effect.

• Capacity & Waitlists: We are currently at capacity on several days. If you drop a day, that spot may be immediately offered to a family on our waitlist, and you may lose that day permanently if capacity is reached.

• All students must be pre-scheduled to attend. If you need to add an unscheduled day for your child, please reach out to the office first to verify space. Due to strict capacity limits, we will be unable to accept unscheduled students if a classroom or program is full for the day. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our programs safe and properly staffed!
• Vacation Holds: Traveling? Note your dates in the comments section of the Add/Drop Form so we can hold your child’s spot (up to 2 weeks maximum).

• District Half Days: Half-day care requires a separate registration form 2 weeks prior to the half day (available HERE), an additional $40/day fee, and a packed lunch from home.

Daily Operational Reminders

• Drop-Off & Pick-Up Procedures:

  • Location: Northwest end of the building. Please always park in a designated parking space.

  • Mornings: Have your student ready to exit the car, then call or text the Eagle Club cell at (810) 869-5864. A staff member will open the door.

  • Afternoons: Park, then call or text (810) 869-5864 stating who you are picking up. Staff will have your child gather their belongings and head to your vehicle.

  • Pick-Up Patience: Pick-up involves coordinating several families at once and helping students take responsibility for cleaning up their activities, so please allow for a brief wait time. We appreciate your patience!

• Attendance & Absence Reporting:

  • Mandatory Safety Check: Daily headcounts are critical. If a scheduled student does not arrive, staff will call parents immediately to verify their whereabouts.

  • How to Report: Call the main office at 810-591-0320 (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM) or call/text the Eagle Club cell at 810-869-5864 after hours.

  • Tuition Policy: No payment adjustments are made for absences due to illness.

At LCS ECC, we serve all meals and snacks family-style at no cost to families. Family-style dining gives children a daily opportunity to build independence, social skills, and healthy lifelong habits. In line with state and federal nutrition standards, our meals are balanced, nutrient-dense, low in sugar and salt, and reflective of our community's diverse cultures. If you have any questions about mealtime, please reach out to your child's teacher or the program director.

September Breakfast & Lunch Menu

September ECC & Eagle Club Snack Menu

Nurse Newsletter

Please be sure to complete the following items and return to your child's teacher ASAP

• I-Chat with Abuse and neglect form
• Meal forms
• Complete your ASQ-3 and ASQ-SE

Also, check out the Family Handbook below!

Email: nbarkey@lindenschools.org

Website: https://ecc.lindenschools.org/o/aecc

Location: 325 Stan Eaton Dr. Suite A Linden MI

Phone: 810-591-0320