The Positivity Project!
Three Fires Elementary is proud to announce our partnership with the Positivity Project (P2) this school year. This non-profit organization is committed to equipping schools with resources to help build positive relationships and empower students to become their best selves. Building strong character-based relationships is the cornerstone of health, happiness, and resilience according to research. You may see #otherpeoplematter in some of our Timberwolf Tweets. This is a hashtag from the Positivity Project to remind us that we can celebrate and support others, realize that our words have impact, and identify the good in others. For more information, check out the Positivity Project website (https://posproject.org/) or talk with your child’s teacher. All classrooms will be using P2 lessons during class meetings each day and we will be working school-wide to reinforce this positive messages.
Student Pick Up Requests
If you park and pick up your child at the end of the day, access the sidewalk via the marked crosswalk near the circle drive. Once your child is sent out, use the crosswalk near the circle drive to access the parking lot. Please do not stand near the curb. Make sure to send a note with your child if there is a change to their regular end of day transportation. If you need to call the office regarding an end of day pick up change, please call the office before 3 PM. This ensures that we are able to get the message to your child's teacher.
Free Groceries Exclusively for Three Fires’ Families
Three Fires’ families can now visit the Fresh Market and Shared Harvest Pantry every Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM to get free grocery items. Families may pick up fresh fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and bakery items at no cost! The Fresh Market and Shared Harvest Pantry is located at 5924 Sterling Drive, Howell. Please see the attached flyer. For more information please contact Jeanie Nemeth, 517-548-6387 ext. 84925 or at [email protected].
Text Messaging is Coming to Howell Public Schools
To enhance our school to home communication, Howell Public Schools will begin using SMS text messaging next month. This will not replace our emails and automated calls, and those methods will remain the primary communications tools used. However, SMS text messaging will allow for faster communications of items such as snow days. To receive these messages, we must have your cell phone number on file. If you do not currently receive our automated calls on your cell phone, please contact our office to add your cell phone number to your account. You will need to opt-in to receive SMS text messages from us. To opt-in, please text “Y” to 67587. You will receive a reply that states, “You’re registered 4 SchoolMessenger notifications.” We will not begin using this service until Thursday, October 31, 2019, so you will not receive any further text messages until after that date.
Elementary Half Day
Please remember that the first half-day of school is next Friday, September 27. On that day, our students will be released at 12:05 p.m. Our office will be closed once school is released as our office staff will all be attending professional development. The half-day bus schedule has been posted online at http://bit.ly/2Zhghbz. Please remember that students in grades kindergarten through third must be met by an adult or older sibling at the bus stop otherwise they will be returned to Kid’s Care and a $20 fee will be charged.
Units of Study
This year, all Howell elementary schools are starting a new reading curriculum, and right out of the gate we are working with kids on some pretty complex questions. What habits do good readers have? What does your reading life look like? How can you select a book that you’re interested in that you can also read? This program grants students more choices with their reading, and it allows for differentiation among the students. As our students grow academically this year, we challenge everyone to connect with their child about their reading life. You will be amazed at the level of focus your child will have when you engage with them around their reading. Did you like it? What kind of material did/do you read? How does reading impact your life? If you are struggling to find books that your child enjoys reading, please reach out to your child’s teacher.
Spirit Week and Homecoming Parade
Spirit Week begins September 30th! Our district-wide spirit days are as follows: Monday: Twin Day, Tuesday: Character Day, Wednesday: Color Day (Wear your Timberwolf class T-shirts!) Thursday: Hawaiin Day and Friday: Green and Gold Day! Come out and cheer on our Highlanders at the Homecoming Parade beginning at 5PM, beginning at Family Video and ending at the Howell Carnegie Library.
Counselor’s Corner - Jeanie Nemeth
My name is Jeanie Nemeth and I am the School Counselor! I am available to help you and your child have a successful school year. As a School Counselor, I work with parents, students, and teachers through a program of many services aimed at supporting social and emotional growth. Click here for examples of services in the school counseling program and community outreach programs I support at Three Fires. I invite you to reach out with any needs or questions - I am available via email anytime: [email protected].
Timberwolf Trek Volunteer Meeting
The PTO needs your support to make our annual Timberwolf Trek a success. There will be a volunteer meeting for this event on Monday, September 23rd at 9 AM. If you can attend remember to sign in at the main office and join the PTO in the cafeteria.
New Look, Same Great Partnership
LOC Credit Union and our school’s student-run credit union have some exciting news! The team at LOC is pleased to introduce their new look. LOC Credit Union’s new identity will present a more modern look and feel. While things will be visually changing, you can still expect the same vested, responsible, and helpful team you’ve grown accustomed to over the years. LOC remains committed to our partnership and will continue to offer interactive financial education presentations, financial reality fairs, and our student-run credit union program to enhance the experience and success of your students.
LESA Early Childhood Programs
Livingston Educational Service Agency Early Childhood Programs are enrolling for the 2019-2020 school year. Head Start and Great Start Readiness Programs offer no-cost/low-cost preschool to income-eligible or children “at-risk” who qualify under federal and state guidelines. Families meeting eligibility guidelines have access to learning opportunities, health and wellness, social and disability services, and other community resources. Children of all abilities are encouraged to apply. Currently, there are still open slots for 4-year-old children in Fowlerville, Hartland, and Howell school districts. To find out more information about the program visit our website www.LivingstonESA.org or fill out an application at www.startfreepreschool.org.
Child Care Job Opportunities
Are you or someone you know looking to make some extra spending money? The HPS Early Childhood Department is looking to hire energetic individuals for our Kid’s Kare program. These are part-time positions with shifts running Monday-Friday 6:30 - 9:00 a.m. and 3:15 - 6:00 p.m. To learn more, please contact Jenny Myers at 517-548-6310.
Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/threefireselementary, find our PTO on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ThreeFiresElementaryPTO/, find us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/HowellTFE
Fresh Market Flyer 6 pm- Updated.pdf