#PackPride
Mrs. Watripont, a kindergarten teacher here at Three Fires Elementary, has been selected as a WHMI "Making the Grade" winner! This award recognizes outstanding educators in the Livingston County area who consistently go above and beyond for their students. Mrs. Watripont's contributions to the education and growth of our students are truly commendable, and we are fortunate to have her as part of our Three Fires family.
MI Student Voice Family Perception Survey
This past Monday, Superintendent MacGregor sent an email inviting you to share your insights on our school and district through the MI Student Voice Family Perception Survey. Your feedback provided in the survey helps us gauge how we are doing as a school and district and informs us of our continuous improvement efforts. Please complete the survey for your oldest child's school, and if your time permits, we would greatly appreciate your input on any other schools your children attend within our district. To access the survey, please visit https://bit.ly/4a7xnIB. The survey window is open through Friday, March 29, 2024.
Meet Our Fifth-Grade Survivors
We are excited to have two of our fifth-grade students selected as Fifth Grade Survivors as part of the Senior Survivor program. From our school, Elin Ruby will be supporting Team Go-Field, and Neko Poynter will be supporting Team Slick Nick. Over the next month, these students will be working to raise money for their team and Senior Survivor. This year, Senior Survivor is raising money for Community Catalysts with a goal to provide housing for youth in need in Livingston County. To learn more about Senior Survivor, please visit HowellSchools.com/Survivor.
Yearbooks - Orders due April 8th
Yearbooks are $7 this year and can be ordered online at Yearbook Orders, using Yearbook ID 12175224 . Orders are due by April 8, 2024. There will not be any extra yearbooks available beyond those that are ordered.
2024-2025 Placement Consideration Form
The Howell elementary schools have a process that allows parents to provide the school information about their child that will assist in the placement of the child through the use of a Placement Consideration Form. The form asks that you describe the educational setting (academics, behavioral and physical) that you would like to have for your child without naming a particular teacher. It is important to be as detailed as possible stating the type of classroom environment that would most benefit your child. Example: structured, relaxed, hands-on, challenging, quiet, teacher-directed, etc. Please note: When a specific teacher name is included on the form, the form will not be accepted or considered. Click here to access the form. Forms will be accepted through Friday, April 12.
1st to 2nd Grade Looping
As we prepare for the upcoming academic year, we are excited to offer the opportunity for students who are currently in 1st grade to continue their educational journey by looping to 2nd grade with their current 1st grade teacher. For example, if your child is currently with Mrs. Hahn in 1st grade, they will have the opportunity to move up to 2nd grade with Mrs. Hahn. We believe that this continuity can greatly benefit students by providing them with a familiar learning environment and building upon the strong relationships they have developed with their teachers. Please be on the lookout for a more detailed letter that will be sent home to all 1st grade parents soon. We understand that parent support is crucial in this decision-making process. If, for any reason, you do not wish for your child to participate in looping, you will have the opportunity to opt out of this practice. Please note that at this time, our 1st grade Immersion students will not be included in the looping process with Senora D.
Three Fires Talent Show Permission Slip
Does your child have talent? If so, encourage your child to bring it to the tryouts to vie for a spot in the Three Fires Talent Showcase. Tryouts will be held on Tuesday, April 23rd from 4-6 PM. Tryouts are for grades 3-5 only. Each group or solo must have an adult present during tryouts. We value all of our students, but due to time constraints, we will be selecting just a few to showcase their talent. The permission slip below must be turned into your child’s teacher by Monday, April 8. The Talent Show will take place on Monday, May 20. Click here to access and print the talent show permission slip.
Mobile Dentist
Health and wellness play a huge role in performance, confidence, and success at school. This includes taking care of children’s teeth. Howell Public Schools has partnered with the Mobile Dentist program to offer free/low-cost dental check-ups and cleanings to Howell students. The Mobile Dentist will be at Three Fires on Friday, April 12. Permission forms can still be handed in until next Friday, March 22. Or, you can visit the Website to register online. As always, please reach out for support or information: [email protected].
Mobile Food Pantry in Howell on Thursday, March 21
On Thursday, March 21, Gleaners Food Bank's Mobile Food Pantry will be in the bus lot at 411 N. Highlander Way (between Highlander Way Middle School and the Freshman Campus). The pantry will be open from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Anyone in the community needing food can drive through and pick up food from the Mobile Food Pantry. If you have any questions regarding the Howell Food Mobile or food access in Howell, please contact Gleaners Food Bank at 517-548-3710.
Counselors Corner: Planning for Spring Break
For many families, spring break is a good opportunity to rest and reconnect. Here are a couple of suggestions for making the most of this week off from school!
- Engage your kids in the plan. Kids like to feel that they have choices and that their opinions count. Write down all the ideas the kids have for activities, places they’d like to visit, friends they’d like to see, etc. Try to make one or two of them happen.
- Have a schedule...but be flexible. Having some sort of schedule helps things run more smoothly and helps kids better understand expectations. However, when things are out of the ordinary, kids are going to be out of the ordinary. Plan on allowing everyone a little extra grace.
- Consider playdates. With technology taking over, kids are missing out on meaningful opportunities to play with peers. This time with others helps them learn important skills like communication, conflict resolution, and sharing. Plus, it’s fun!
- Explore the Howell Conference and Nature Center: The Howell Conference and Nature Center is a multi-faceted facility with an educated staff that share a love and commitment to children and the environment. Home of the DTE Raptor Education Center, Wetland Habitat, and Visteon Eagles Eyrie. Call (517) 546-0249. http://howellnaturecenter.org/
- Get outdoors at Kensington Metro Park: Our beautiful county has lots of activities, pathways, and exploration to offer families. http://www.metroparks.com
- Read, read, read at Howell Carnegie District Library. Call (517) 546-0720 http://howelllibrary.org/
At the least, make a point to talk and connect. With one less thing fighting for your energy and attention (school), take advantage of some time to really communicate, and play!