Central Elementary

Greetings,

As hard as it is to fathom that December is here, what a fun and exciting time for our kids! With relationships strong, rigor on a steady rise, and a commitment to getting a little bit better every day at our collective forefront, I couldn't be more encouraged by where we're at from a teaching and learning perspective.

Special thanks to those who participated in and supported our Art Fair and Math & Literacy Night events last week, just two examples of many recent efforts to better highlight programming, the student experience, and our kiddos' talents.

As we finish 2023 strong, we are not counting down the days, but rather, making every day count. Many opportunities present themselves in the coming weeks to join in Central spirit, culture, and pride. We look forward to seeing you, and an awesome month for our kids!

As always, thank you for your ongoing partnership and support!

Cordially,

Cody

Every Friday a golden ticket drawing takes place and there is one winner from each grade level. A golden ticket is worth 10 Rocket slips.

Students will shop at the book fair during their regularly scheduled library time.

Date: Saturday, December 9th

Time: 6:00-8:00pm

Place: High School Roberts Rd Parking Lot

Enjoy driving through the district's Light Show. Be on the lookout for Central's Polar Express display.

Shopping Schedule is as follows:

Monday, December 11th: Ribbens, Birr, Nauta, Sandee, Workman, Frazier, Groothuis, Droski, Cooper

Tuesday, December 12th: Tindall, McClees, McGreavy, Mason, Braman, Ream, English, Mack, Burmeister

Tuesday, December 12th at 5:30pm

1. Drop off for students will be at the HS cafeteria @ 5:15 pm. Door #1
2. Wear Holiday Best

See details below.

Central Staff will be caroling in the community on Friday, December 15th. We'll aim to visit as many neighborhoods as possible. Should we miss you while we're out and about, please consider joining our finale at 6:45pm at the soccer field pavilion behind Central.

Community Hike - Sunday, December 17th at 10:00am at the Muskegon Luge

The first skating party on October 23rd was great fun for Central families!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR AND JOIN US: :

Monday, January 22nd 5:00-7:00
Monday, March 11th 5:00-7:00

The fun continues at walking club!

Our Capturing Kids' Hearts theme for the month of December is Responsibility.

12/4 & 12/5 Book Fair during library time

12/5 Walking Club

12/8 Popcorn Friday

12/9 District Light Show 6:00-7:00pm Roberts Road Parking Lot

12/11-12/13 Santa's Secret Shop

12/12 DK/K Holiday Concert at 5:30pm - High School Rocket Center

12/12 Walking Club

12/15 Staff Caroling in the community

12/17 Community Hike at the Muskegon Luge at 10:00am

12/18 Green and Red Day (see spirit week flyer for details)

12/19 Holiday Hair or Holiday Sock Day (see spirit week flyer for details)

12/19 Walking Club

12/20 Fancy Day (see spirit week flyer for details)

12/21 Holiday Attire Day (see spirit week flyer for details)

12/22 HALF DAY of School - Dismissal at 12:00pm

12/22 PJ Day (see spirit week flyer for details)

12/23-1/7 No School - Holiday Break

1/8 - School Resumes

If you arrive to school after 8:45am and need to speak with the teacher about something, please email the teacher or share your need with the office. We are trying to avoid interruptions to the children's learning once the school day is in session.

Please be reminded of a few things relative to arrival and dismissal:

• The window for drop-off is 8:35-8:40. This ensures supervision is provided and adequate.
• Breakfast kiddos can be dropped off and enter as early as 8:30.
• PLEASE drive slowly at all times through the parking lot and be hyper-aware of surroundings.
• Use available parking spaces and/or spots along the curb rather than along Giles.
• Do not park on the West side within the bus loading zone.
• Practice patience.
• Be courteous.

"It takes a village." Together, we can ensure our kiddos safely enter and exit school each day.

If you haven't already done so, please login to your parent portal account and complete the demographic update ASAP. This is a requirement at the beginning of each school year. Once you get the account set up, you will need to complete the demographic update. This process allows you to update emergency contacts, review technology use guidelines and the handbook, and give consent for field trips for your student. If you are having troubles with username, password, or access codes, please call the office for assistance. Thank you for giving immediate attention to this matter.

Please do not bring your pets on school property for the safety of our students and staff. Service animals are welcome.

Thank you for your understanding!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Breakfast and Lunch are free to all students

Breakfast Schedule

8:30am - 8:55am

Lunch Schedule:

Grade DK: 11:20 - 11:50

Grade K: 11:25 - 11:55

Grade 1: 11:30 - 12:00

Grade 2: 11:45 - 12:15

Grade 3: 11:55 - 12:25

Grade 4: 12:00 - 12:30

Monday

Cooper, Birr, Workman, Nauta, Frazier, Sandee, Groothuis, Droski Ribbens

Tuesday

Tindall, Ream, McGreavy, Braman, Mason, McClees, English, Mack, Burmeister

Medication shall not be brought to school unless it is essential to the health of the student.

Medications which need to be taken in school must be administered by certified school personnel (or designee) in the presence of another adult. Parents must bring medication to the school office in the original container and file a written statement. NO STUDENT MAY BRING ANY MEDICATION TO SCHOOL.

Contact the office if you have any questions.

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm

School Hours: 8:45am - 3:45pm

Phone: 231-744-1693

Fax: 231-744-0507

1807 W. Giles Rd

Muskegon, MI 49445

Door #1 - 2nd grade

Door #2 - DK & K

Door #3 - 1st grade & Lighthouse Learning

Door #8 - 3rd grade

Door #9 - 4th grade

DOORS UNLOCK AT 8:35AM. IF YOU ARRIVE AFTER 8:45am, PLEASE BRING YOUR STUDENT TO THE OFFICE TO SIGN THEM IN. THANK YOU!

Website: www.reeths-puffer.org
Location: 1807 West Giles Road, Muskegon, MI, USA
Phone: 231-744-1693