Thank You for Making Halloween Parade Special!
A big thank you for joining us at the Halloween parade! We know it's a long route with 700+ students, but your presence made it all worthwhile. The students had a blast showcasing their costumes for you. Check out our Facebook page for event photos.
Vote on Tuesday, November 7
Please remember to vote on Tuesday, November 7. The Our Kids, Our Community, Our Future Bond Proposal will be on the ballot, outlining plans for district-wide improvements focusing on safety and security, learning environments, learning tools, aging infrastructure, and community needs. This proposal is structured with no expected tax rate increase from the current tax rate of 5.5 mills. For a comprehensive overview of what the bond encompasses, we invite you to visit HowellSchools.com/Bond. Participation in local elections is vital, and we encourage all eligible community members to exercise their right to vote on Tuesday.
Secure Vestibule Safety and Security
We would like to take a moment to remind you of the essential safety and security measures in place within our school's secure vestibule. Entrance Protocol: When entering the building during school hours, please refrain from holding the door open for other parents and visitors. Our office staff's protocol is to admit only one visitor or group at a time. This helps us closely monitor and control access to the building. Exit Protocol: As you exit the secure vestibule, ensure that the office entrance door closes behind you before you open the secure vestibule door. It is imperative not to hold open the exterior secure vestibule door for any parent or visitor.
Counselor’s Corner: Mental Health Webinars for Families
Strong mental health is essential for success, in and out of school. Click on the links below to learn more about some upcoming (and free) events to help you best support your child’s mental health and well-being. Your Child’s Anxiety (November 9, 2023) - Simple strategies to help parents respond to child or teen anxiety. When applied, these skills will help the child and parent bond, allowing the child to identify and work through their anxiety more effectively. Livingston County Mental Health Series - In an effort to proactively support students’ overall well-being, Livingston County has partnered with ParentGuidance.org to offer monthly webinars developed by licensed therapists. This series will be virtual, interactive, and is designed to help parents/guardians support students. Registration, attendance, and interactions are kept totally anonymous from other viewers. For more support, don’t hesitate to reach out: [email protected].
Lost and Found
As the season changes, our lost and found grows. Help us keep track of your child's belongings by labeling their clothing, lunch boxes, backpacks, and outerwear. This simple step ensures lost items find their way back.
Upcoming PTO Events
Join us for our upcoming PTO meeting on Monday, November 6th at 6 PM in the Media Center. All parents are welcome!
Join us on Wednesday, November 8th, 11am-11pm at Buffalo Wild Wings. They'll donate 20% of your bill (excluding tax, gratuity, and discounts) to support our PTO.
We're excited to announce the results of our Color Trek fundraiser. Congratulations to all participants for their outstanding efforts. Individual winners include:
1st Place: Natalie M (Sra Alchin) - Raised $665 (Principal for the Day)
2nd Place: Elon B (Ms. Racine) - Raised $601 (Electric Scooter)
3rd Place: Emerson M (Sra Alchin) - Raised $500 (Timberwolf Squishmallow)
Special recognition to the classrooms that raised over $700:
Sra. Alchin - Raised an impressive $2,398
Ms. Pressel - Raised $755
Mr. Johnson - Raised $755
Canned Food Drive Starts November 6th
We are excited to announce that our annual Gleaners Food Drive will kick off on Monday, November 6th and continue until Friday, December 1st. This important initiative, organized by students in the high school's leadership class, helps support families in our community who rely on the food bank. Three Fires Student Council members are eager to collect and count the donations our school receives. To encourage participation, there will be two winners: one upper elementary and one lower elementary classroom. Each first-place winner will be rewarded with a classroom pizza party! The food drive will feature different themes for each week:
Week 1 (Nov 6-10): Canned fruits and vegetables
Week 2 (Nov 13-17): Soup and canned tuna
Week 3 (Nov 20-24): Chef Boyardee canned meals (ravioli, spaghettios, spaghetti, lasagna, etc.)
Week 4 (Nov 27-Dec 1): To be determined
In addition to canned food items, students may choose to make monetary donations, with every $1 counting as one item collected.
School Breakfast is Available Each Day
Did you know the Howell Food Service Department serves breakfast daily at every school? Students who eat breakfast have been shown to have better concentration, be more alert, and reach higher levels of achievement. You can view the breakfast menu for your child's school at https://bit.ly/3oVCcPD. Breakfast is free for all students as part of the Michigan School Meals program. While school meals are free for all students, we still encourage eligible families to complete a Free and Reduced Price School Meal Application as they may qualify for additional programs, such as the Summer EBT program, discounts on college application fees, academic tests, home internet access, and reduced Chromebook repair fees. If you think your family may be eligible for free and reduced-price school meals, please complete an application at https://howell.familyportal.cloud/.
Mobile Food Pantry in Howell on Thursday, November 16, 2023
On Thursday, November 16, Gleaners Food Bank will have a Mobile Food Pantry in the bus lot at 411 N. Highlander Way (between Highlander Way Middle School and the Freshman Campus). The Mobile will be open from 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Anyone in the community needing food can drive through and pick up food from the Mobile. A family of 4 receives about 40-45 pounds of food. A Family of 5 or more receives double the amount. Each portion consists of fresh produce, milk, fresh meat, and shelf-stable items. If you have any questions regarding the Howell Food Mobile or food access in Howell, please contact Gleaners Food Bank at 517-548-3710.
ParentGuidance.org November Newsletter
Financial stress can significantly impact mental health, and as a parent, you play a crucial role in helping your child navigate these challenges. Understand the profound link between financial stress and mental well-being. The ParentGuidance.com November Newsletter provides insights into strategies to equip your child with the resilience to face financial challenges head-on. As always, check out the ParentGuidance.org resources, where you can access free courses led by licensed therapists on more than 50 topics. To access the course, navigate to ParentGuidance.org and click courses.
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