Marlette Elementary School

Hi everyone,

Students who attend school regularly have higher achievement compared to their peers who experience chronic absenteeism. With that said, we also know that many families have dealt with illness in their households, whether it was Covid, Influenza A, Influenza B, Strep Throat, etc. Some families have experienced multiple illnesses. We appreciate when you keep your child at home to avoid illness continuously spreading throughout the student population.

The state of Michigan recommends a student be considered truant after missing 10% of a school year (10 days per semester). The state does not differentiate between excused or unexcused absences. To keep parents informed, Marlette Elementary sends an attendance letter when a child misses five days per semester and ten days per semester. It's not a threat as much as to keep you informed on how many days your child has missed. Before filing truancy on a student, Marlette Elementary takes multiple steps to help students and parents with attendance before we get to that step.

Mr. Reynolds

lreynolds@marletteschools.org

We are still enrolling children 3 to 6 years old for Pre-school and Kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year. You can pick up pre-school applications and Kindergarten enrollment packets at the Marlette Elementary main office from 8am to 4:30pm on school days. Our pre-school and GSRP are filling fast with few spots remaining. If you have any questions, please contact the elementary school office at (989) 635-7427.

Classroom Placement forms for the 24-25 school year will be available from April 15th through May 15th in the elementary school office or can be printed off from the Marlette Community Schools website. The completion of this form is NOT A GUARANTEE OF PLACEMENT. Current year teachers and administration will split classrooms for the next year that creates the best educational environment for all students. Plus, there may be a shift of staff for next school year that may be unforeseen.

Every year, students grades 3-5 will be taking the M-STEP (Michigan Student Test of Educational Progress). This test is important to see your child's growth and to show the school's progress to the state. The dates for testing are:

3rd Grade: Tuesday, April 30th and Thursday, May 2nd

4th Grade: Tuesday, May 7th and Thursday, May 9th

5th Grade: Tuesday, April 30th; Thursday, May 2nd; Tuesday, May 7th; and Thursday May 9th

It is very important for students to take the test on the days scheduled with their peers. Some other useful tips include getting a good night's sleep the night before, having a good breakfast, wearing comfortable clothes to sit and focus for multiple hours, and a pep talk to support your student during this testing process.

Students who give their best effort on the M-STEP will get to participate in our Color Run on Friday, May 24th.

Saturday, April 27th: VIP and Me Dance, 4pm to 6pm

Tuesday, April 30th: M-STEP ELA 3/SS 5

Thursday, May 2nd: M-STEP Math 3/Science 5

Tuesday, May 7th: M-STEP ELA 4/ELA 5

Wednesday, May 8th: 2nd Grade to Delta Planetarium

Thursday, May 9th: M-STEP Math 4/Math 5

Thursday, May 9th: 1st Grade to Birch Run Zoo

Monday, May 13th: School Board Meeting, 7pm

Wednesday, May 15th: Young 5's and Kindergarten to Birch Run Zoo

Friday, May 17th: 3rd Grade to Sanilac County Museum

Sunday, May 19th: HS Graduation, 2pm

Friday, May 24th: 2nd Grade to Crossroads Village

Friday, May 24th: M-STEP Color Run (3rd-5th)

Monday, May 27th: NO SCHOOL

Tuesday, May 28th: 5th Grade Step Ahead Day

Wednesday, May 29th: 3rd Grade to Sloan Museum

Thursday, May 30th: MES Field Day (All Day)

Friday, May 31st: 5th Grade to Covenant Hills

Monday, June 3rd: 12:30pm Dismissal

Tuesday, June 4th: Gayle's Trail Walk-A-Thon

Tuesday, June 4th: 12:30pm Dismissal

Wednesday, June 5th: Awards Assembly, 8:30am

Wednesday, June 5th: 12:30pm Dismissal