
The Sunday Snapshot from Mrs. Love
Dundee Elementary School October 16th-20th, 2023
Week 8 News
Viking Families,
I hope this message finds you and your families in good health and high spirits. As we journey through the fall season, we are excited to share some wonderful news, updates, and insights from our school. Enjoy the photos of some of the fun we've enjoyed so far this month!
This week at a glance:
Tuesday, October 17th: Wear a Fall or Halloween themed shirt
Wednesday, October 18th: Fire Drill
This week let's ROW Like Vikings: Respect, Ownership & Wise Choices
Have a great week! Go Vikings!
Upcoming Events
- 10/24 Tornado Drill
- 10/24 PBIS Assembly
- 10/27 Head Start Family Friday
- 10/27 FFA Fall Harvest Day
- 10/30 October PBIS Assembly
- 10/31 Halloween Parade 9:15 am
- 10/31 Half Day of School (Viking Camp Offered)
- 11/1 No School for Students
- 11/9 Fall Conferences 4-6 PM
- 11/13 DCS Board Meeting 5:30 pm
- 11/14 DCS Talent Show
- 11/16 Fall Conferences 4-6 PM
- 11/21 Photo Retakes
DES Lost & Found
Please have your child check the lost and found next week. The hooks are overflowing. All unclaimed items will be donated at the end of the month.
PBIS News
Congratulations to this week's ROW Ticket Classroom Winners! (Pictured above)
Our Character Trait of the Month is Responsibility. Help us reinforce this trait at home this month!
PTO News
Thanks for all of your support for the Read a Thon! Stay tuned for the announcement of winners!
Upcoming PTO Dates:
- Book Fair Nov. 6-10th
- Holiday Shop Dec. 4-8th
October Menu
Stay Connected!
If you are on social media, please consider following our Dundee Elementary Facebook Page. Photos, updates and weekly newsletters are posted there.
Lastly, if you haven't already connected with your student's teacher on Bloomz, please consider doing so. Bloomz is the main form of communication that teachers use to interact with families. If you aren't sure how to get connected, please contact your student's teacher or the office and we'd be happy to help!
Handle With Care
OK2SAY
Did you know that Dundee Elementary School is a participant and supporter of the OK2SAY program? See more information below.
Not all heroes wear a cape and tights. A real hero speaks up for what's right. Be a real hero. If you see or hear something that threatens student or school safety, submit a confidential tip to OK2SAY.
Anyone can report tips confidentially on criminal activities or potential harm directed at students, school employees, or schools.
Tips can be submitted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Important Information for DES
DES Full School Day Hours:
- The school day begins at 8:35 am and ends at 3:40 pm
- Our staff begins monitoring students at 8:15 am. Please do not drop off students prior to 8:15 am as there will not be any DES staff available to supervise them. Students dropped off from 8:15-8:25 will go to the playground with our supervisors and will then be dismissed to their classrooms. Students who purchase school breakfast will go to the cafeteria when they arrive unless they are in Y5 or kindergarten (their breakfast is served in the classroom).
Elementary School Handbook:
Dundee Community Schools Calendar:
Click for the 2023-2024 District Calendar
Infinite Campus Parent Portal:
https://dundeemi.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/dundee.jsp
School Meal Payments:
Breakfast and lunch are FREE for ALL students for the 2023/2024 school year! We ask that all families please fill out the free/reduced meal form on our website, even if you don't normally qualify.
Link for Food Service Forms & Payments
School Menus:
https://dundeecommunityschools.nutrislice.com/menu/dundee-elementary-school-k-5/lunch/2022-08-28
DES Facebook Page:
For reporting a student absent:
734-529-7044 Press 1
School Nurse: Rachel Palmer
734-529-2350 ext. 11013
DCS Athletics Information
Use the link below to checkout the Dundee Athletics Facebook Page:
Dundee Community Schools Vision & Mission Statements
Vision Statement
“Students First” – Inspire, Educate, Innovate, Celebrate
Mission Statement
Dundee Community Schools is setting a course for student success. We will challenge and inspire every student, every day, in every class through innovation and dedication ‐ promoting knowledgeable, responsible, and caring citizens.
DES Contact Information
Dundee, MI 48131
School Phone: 734-529-7044
School Fax: 734-529-3741
Principal: Mrs. Love shana.love@dundeeschools.org
Assistant Principal: Mr. Briggs jay.briggs@dundeeschools.org