R-PTLE Weekly Family Communication

Dear Families,

A few weeks ago I wrote in this paragraph that Thanksgiving break will be here before we know it and then Winter break is fast after that. Well, here we are! We have 7 instructional days left before a 5 day Thanksgiving weekend. Then, 4 FAST weeks before 2024 is at our door step. The teaching and learning that will be focused on during this time is part of the most critical part of the year. Please dig in with your student(s) and soak in all that the teachers will be providing.

I was just notified that Picture retakes will be November 20th! This will be the last opportunity provided to get this years school pictures.

Notice... We are looking for snow pants, size 6-10. If there are any snow pants out there laying around, or if you would like to donate new ones to our needs closet it would be greatly appreciated.

There are a number of pieces of information in this newsletter. Please scroll through all of them to have all the updated information and on how we can connect to Rocket City!

Looking forward to another great week of teaching and learning at R-PTLE this week.

Just added:

- Red Bandanna Kids

- Thanksgiving Turkey Trot

- Save the Date - All school Musical Event!!!

- Run the Spruce with Dr. Seuss information

- Winer Softball Camp and Activity Day

Sincerely,

Paul Siembida

Principal, Twin Lake Elementary

719-3190, Ext: 2225

Succeed Today!

4th graders who not only display the Rocket Way (Respect-Pride-Integrity), they also consistently display a helping hand, a thoughtful gesture, and/or a general positive affect on our learning community. These students will engage with supporting younger students and take on other various leadership roles during the next two weeks.

Congratulations to this round of RBK's!

Willow Locascio

Sam Sharlow

Raelyn Norwick

Abby Jansen

We are always so appreciative for Mrs. O for all of her hard work, everyday, at TLE. She is always stepping in to help no matter what the task. On Friday, We were able to show a different kind of appreciation for Mrs. O on Veterans day.

Thank you, Mrs. O, for the sacrifices you've made to do your part in keeping us safe and providing us the freedom to enjoy amazing teaching and learning every day at Twin Lake Elementary. Your colleagues, school, and community thank you for your service!

This is an event hosted by all of the PTO teams in the district. Come out and join Rockets of all ages to this community event that will support the Muskegon Rescue Mission.

PTO meeting rescheduled for Wednesday Nov. 15 4pm RM 20

Popcorn Friday rescheduled Friday Nov. 17th

Smencils have found their way to R-PTLE! These are all a huge hit with students. They cost $1 and will be available to purchase in the office during lunchtimes. I must say, they are very cool and have a variety of different scents. And, when I say they are a huge hit - I mean the students just can't get enough of them!!!😃😃

Click the link below for information about this fun event with Rockets of all ages!

Saturday December 2nd @ 10 AM

Flier

This Month's Theme is Teamwork! We are Better Together!

What does it mean to have Teamwork?

Teamwork is the ability to work in unity with others towards a common goal. For us to learn how to become team players, it is important that we learn to listen, encourage our peers, and allow and invite others to contribute their talents and skills.

We are better together! When we engage in true teamwork and lean on each other for shared knowledge and experiences, we learn more and can achieve more! team spirit at R-PTLE. I have felt it from day one. Let's focus on being a great teammate this month!

The October menu is still on the top of the page as Monday and Tuesday still need to be seen. The November menu is on page two. I will delete the October menu this week when November is in full swing.

Click Here for our menu.

Click here for Highschool Sports this week! No sports for a few weeks - HS Practices for the Winter Seasons begin soon.

11/15: PTO meeting in room 20, 4-5 PM

11/17: Popcorn Friday

Please click here to view a basic calendar for this up coming school year. For now, more complete details with our calendar can be seen on our districts home page: www.reeths-puffer.org

11/20: School picture retakes

11/20: Board Meeting

11/21: KG Study Trip

11/22: Thanksgiving Break begins - NO SCHOOL 22nd-24th!

12/1: Half day of school, NOON DISMISSAL - Staff Professional Development PM

Important!

Updating your demographics in your parent portal is so critical to ensure effective communication, safety, staying informed, Technology User Agreement, and Student Handbook information. Please follow the steps provided in the PDF below. If you already have a portal account the demographic update is fairly simple and straight forward. If you are new and need to create an account follow the steps below. Please call the office for assistance.

Register here by Dec. 1st - link is below

https://forms.gle/RufUvANrUoaTgtzUA

Mr. Paul Siembida

Principal, Twin Lake Elementary School

Email: siembidap@reeths-puffer.org

Phone: 231-719-3190, Ext: 2225

Location: Twin Lake Elementary School, 3175 5th Street, Twin Lake, MI, USA