Patriot Day
To commemorate Patriot Day, we would like to encourage our students to wear red, white, and blue on Monday, September 11.
Our Kids, Our Community, Our Future Bond Proposal Informational Meeting
To help inform our community about the Our Kids, Our Community, Our Future Bond Proposal that will appear on the November 7 ballot, the district has scheduled an informational meeting on Wednesday, September 27, at 5:30 PM in the Northwest Elementary Media Center. During this meeting, there will be an overview of the bond proposal and the various projects it would fund if approved. You can also learn more about this no expected tax rate increase proposal by visiting HowellSchools.com/Bond.
Counselor’s Corner: Ms. Nemeth, School Counselor
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 Thursday, September 21st. Permission forms can still be handed in until next Friday, September 15. Or, you can visit https://www.myschooldentist.com/TFHPMI_sch to register online. As always, please reach out for support or information at [email protected].
PTO Updates
Join us for our first PTO meeting on September 11 at 6 PM in the Media Center. Discover ways to support PTO and the school. Questions? Email [email protected].
The Positivity Project
Three Fires is excited to continue our partnership with the Positivity Project (P2). This non-profit organization equips schools with resources to help build positive relationships and empower students to become their best selves. According to research, building strong character-based relationships is the cornerstone of health, happiness, and resilience. P2 has a parent resource at https://posproject.org/p2-for-families/. For families wanting resources in Spanish, please find resources here: https://posproject.org/p2-para-familias-espanol/ Parent resources are password protected. Use P2 (case sensitive) to access these resources. The goal is to provide an easy and effective way for families to discuss the importance of character strengths and positive relationships at home. All classrooms use P2 lessons during class meetings each day.
ParentGuidance.org Provides Free Resources for Families
Thanks to the Livingston Educational Service Agency, all families in Livingston County continue to have free access to many resources through ParentGuidance.org. As we get back into the school year routine, below are two helpful resources. School is back in session, and new routines are being established. Now that your child has been equipped with new school clothes and supplies, learn steps parents can take to prepare your child to navigate peer pressure. The September Mental Health Newsletter (English) (Spanish) talks about the power parental influences have on your child as you set clear expectations, encourage education and healthy friendships, and become a role model to your child. If you are looking for more information on how you can support your child’s mental health, check out ParentGuidance.org resources, where you can access free courses led by licensed therapists on more than 50 topics.
Mobile Food Pantry in Howell on Thursday, September 21, 2023
On Thursday, September 21, 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 - 5 PM. Anyone in the community needing food can drive through and pick up food from the Mobile. If you have any questions regarding the Howell Food Mobile or food access in Howell, please contact Gleaners Food Bank at 517-548-3710.
Junior Highlanders and Lady Highlanders Youth Basketball Tryouts
The Junior Highlanders and Lady Highlanders Youth Basketball program will be holding its tryouts in early October. The Junior Highlanders and Lady Highlanders Youth Basketball program is affiliated with the Howell High School basketball program. They provide students in Howell Public Schools an opportunity to play basketball at a competitive level., competing against other travel programs in various leagues and tournaments in the area. To learn more about the program, please visit https://bit.ly/48gK5ou. To view the tryout schedule, please visit https://bit.ly/3LilMMT.
Little Highlanders Learning Center
Did you know that Great Start Livingston has a robust events calendar filled with great activities for Livingston County’s youngest learners? The calendar can be found at https://greatstartlivingston.org/eventscalendar/. Also included on that page are several events geared toward parents. The page is updated often as new events are planned.
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