Dix Street Press
Dix Street Elementary Newsletter November 4, 2022
Upcoming Events
Nov. 6 Daylight Savings, Turn the Clock Back an hour!
Nov. 7 DSE Hosts Board Meeting 7 PM in the Cafeteria
Nov. 7-11 4th-5th grade Swim Week
Nov. 8 Election Day, Vote!
Nov. 9 Delayed Start
Nov. 10 M&M Shows Throughout the Day
Nov. 11 Veteran's Day
Nov. 15 1/2 Day
Nov. 16 1/2 Day (Evening Conferences) (No Delayed Start)
Nov. 17 1/2 Day (Afternoon & Evening Conferences)
Nov. 18 No School
Nov. 23-25 No School, Thanksgiving Break
Nov. 30 Delayed Starts
Drop Off Reminders
Monday Mission: Week of November 7th
Each week, we challenge students, staff, and parents to a "Monday Mission." These missions are aimed at increasing relational capacity, modeling good social skills, and keeping all members of the Dix Street family connected. Give them a try and encourage your child(ren) to take part in our "Monday Missions!"
Student, Staff, & Parent Mission: What is the best piece of advice that you have ever been given? At least once this week go up to someone and ask them "What is the best piece of advice that you have ever received?" Asking this question validates the wisdom that the other person has received and it allows us to learn new wisdom ourselves. With this be ready to share yours as well!
Strength In Numbers-Tips from Mr. Michael
Check back here throughout the school year for tips from our School Social Worker Mr. Michael! For now you can checkout the link below for an archive of previous tips. The Importance Of Keeping Positive!: Check Mr. Michael’s Strength in Numbers for more information.
Click THIS LINK or see the "Quick Links" section below.
Coffee With the Superintendent
Get Ready For Girls On The Run!
Trunk or Treat Recap
Flyers
IMPORTANT! Meal Charges Return for This School Year
For the last two years, schools were able to provide free breakfast and lunch due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, free meals are ended at the end of last school year.
Starting with the 2022-23 school year, regular meal prices will be charged to student lunch accounts and the costs need to be covered by families. However, you may still qualify for free or reduced meals!
We are asking ALL families to take a few moments and fill out the federal assistance form. This can be filled out online or on paper. Here is the link to fill out online. A paper copy has also been provided to your child in their welcome letter.
If you have any questions, please contact Julie Guthrie, Otsego Food Service Coordinator, at jguthrie@otsegops.org or 269-694-7447.
Student Drop-Off and Pick-Up
A few Key reminders for pick up and drop off.
1. Please do not park in a parking spot.
2. Stay in your car and allow your child to enter your vehicle curb side.
3. If you are a part of the 3:40 Pick-up line do not enter until you are waved in by a staff member.
4. Only walking parents should be picking their child up in the southwest corner. NO parking and leaving your vehicle to pick a student should happen along Dix Street.
For more detailed information regarding drop-off and pick-up, visit THIS LINK.
Again, we really appreciate your patience.
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
It is extremely important to have up-to-date contact information available for each student. When emergencies arise, we need to be able to contact parents/guardians. This is also the contact information that is used for school closures and district updates.
Please log in to the Infinite Campus Parent Portal to check that your contact information is current and to make any necessary changes. If you need assistance or login information for the Parent Portal, please contact the Dix Street OfficeThank You!
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Dix Street Elementary
Email: mvanderklok@otsegops.org
Website: http://dse.otsegops.org/
Location: 503 Dix Street, Otsego, MI, United States
Phone: (269) 694-7700
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/502857119910811/
Twitter: @otsegoschools