Poster Contest Submissions Due Monday, February 3rd
Our students have been learning how to show C.A.R.E. (Compassionate, Accountable, Respectful, and Engaged) at school. The goal is to design a poster that shows what C.A.R.E. looks like at Three Fires. All posters must be created on white 12” x 18” paper, which is available from your child’s teacher, and turned in by Monday, February 3rd. If you have any questions, click here, contact your child’s teacher, or Mrs. Downer, our Assistant Principal, at [email protected].
PTO Updates
Snow & Glow: Join us on January 31st, 5–8 PM, for our Snow & Glow event! Click here for more information and order forms.
Three Fires Pool Party, Friday, February 28th 4:30-6PM
Enjoy a night out with family and help Three Fires PTO! Cost $6/swimmer. Three Fires PTO will earn 50%! Highlander Aquatic and Fitness Center Pre-Registration required howellschools.com/aquatics
Open Swim Fundraiser: Support our school by attending Open Swim at the Aquatic Center this January and February. Each visit earns $1 for our school, with a chance to win a $500 bonus. Just mention Three Fires at check-in
It is Time to Register for Begindergarten and Kindergarten
It’s time to enroll our future Highlanders for the 2025-26 school year! The registration window for begindergarten and kindergarten is now open. At Howell Public Schools, Future Ready begins in our Begindergarten and Kindergarten classrooms, where curiosity grows, confidence builds, and a love of learning takes root. If you have an incoming begindergarten or kindergarten student, visit HowellSchools.com/KDG to begin enrollment. Don’t forget to mark your calendars for Tuesday, March 18, when all elementary schools will host a Kindergarten Information Night for families.
Academia Bilingüe Application Window Now Open
The application window is also open for next year’s kindergarten class in Academia Bilingüe at Three Fires Elementary, our Spanish dual language immersion program. This unique program allows students to learn the same curriculum as other district classrooms but in Spanish, becoming proficient in both English and Spanish by the end of elementary school. Participation in Academia Bilingüe is an optional opportunity for families. To learn more, visit HowellSchools.com/DualLanguage. Join the Academia Bilingüe team for a Family Night on Thursday, February 20, at Three Fires Elementary to learn more about the program. The application deadline for Academia Bilingüe is Friday, March 21.
Teacher and Support Person of the Year Nominations
Each year, Howell Public Schools honors outstanding individuals through the Teacher of the Year and Support Person of the Year awards. These awards recognize the dedication and impact of our exceptional staff members, who positively influence the lives of students every day. We encourage employees, students, parents, and community members to nominate deserving candidates for these prestigious awards. To learn more or to submit a nomination, please visit https://bit.ly/3PtVngL. Nominations are due by Monday, February 3.
Winter Gear Reminder
As winter sets in, remember to send your child to school daily with a winter coat, hat, and gloves for recess. We typically have outdoor recess unless it's raining or temperatures drop below 10 degrees. If you require assistance with winter gear, kindly contact our school counselor, Ms. Nemeth, at [email protected].
Counselor’s Corner: Ms. Nemeth, School Counselor
Winter months often leave us stuck indoors more often, which can lead to more screen time. Evidence shows that this increased screen time can affect our children's mental health. Excessive use of electronics - whether for gaming, social media, or watching videos - can contribute to increased stress, anxiety, and sleep issues. Help your child find a healthy balance by:
-Setting screen time limits (for children ages 6 to 18, it is recommended no more than 1 to 2 hours per day of recreational screen time)
-Encouraging outdoor activities like sledding, building a snowman, or a winter nature walk
-Fostering face-to-face connections through board games, puzzles, or playdates
-Setting clear boundaries around tech use, such as no screens during meals
-Modeling healthy technology use by taking "tech breaks" together
-Creating a tech-free bedtime routine with reading or storytelling
Youth Solutions Select Survey
As part of our ongoing commitment to preparing future-ready students and as part of a partnership with the Highlander College and Career Council and Youth Solutions Select, a non-profit focused on building sustainable career development programs, we will administer a survey to students in grades 3-5 at each Howell elementary school in early February. You can review the survey questions at https://bit.ly/4akBDWu. If you prefer your child not to participate, please complete the opt-out form at https://bit.ly/4g15LHy by Monday, February 3. We also ask all parents to complete a family survey by Friday, February 7. The survey is anonymous, and your feedback will help guide future programs. You can access the family survey at https://bit.ly/4hiscJv.
Dive "Under the Sea" for Two Special Dances!
Mark your calendars for a memorable evening of fun. This February, the Howell High School Hope Squad is hosting two exciting events for families: a Daddy-Daughter Dance on Saturday, February 15, 6–8 p.m. and a Mother-Son Dance on Sunday, February 16, 6–8 p.m. Both dances will feature crafts, refreshments, and fun for everyone. Glow items and raffle tickets will also be available for purchase. Tickets are $25 per person, and proceeds will benefit the HHS Hope Squad. Spaces are limited, so register now for the Daddy-Daughter Dance at https://bit.ly/4gYFKKC or the Mother-Son Dance at https://bit.ly/3WhjZ04. Don't miss this opportunity to create special memories with your child!
January is Poverty Awareness Month
As part of our Celebrating Awareness program, Howell Public Schools recognizes the creative contributions of students who explore important topics through learning, art, and service. This month, we are focusing on Poverty Awareness Month, encouraging students to reflect on the theme, "What Poverty Means to Me: In Howell and Around the World." This optional program fosters empathy and inspires action, supporting our shared Highlander identity that values individuality while bringing students together. To learn how your child can participate, please visit https://bit.ly/3CeapEv. Students can submit entries to their school's office or online at https://bit.ly/4hcyfz6.
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