Comet's Corner
Week of November 27, 2022
Information from the office...
Mr. Keith Tonn, Principal
Important Contact Information:
Main Office Phone: (586)439-6900
Fax: (586)439-6901
Absentee Line: (586)439-6990
24-hour recorded line, please leave your child's reason for absence and length of time out. Absences reported to this line, ensure most timely and accurate record.
School Administrative Assistant:
Ms. Dawn Vezzetti
Email: dawn.vezzetti@fraserk12.org
Building Hours - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
School Hours: 8:35 am – 3:30 pm
First Bell: 8:30 am
Instructional Bell: 8:35 am
Students must be in class by 8:35 am or they are marked tardy.
Mission Statement:
Guiding our Comets to be compassionate, curious, creative citizens who will positively impact the world.
Email: Keith.Tonn@Fraserk12.org
Website: https://www.fraser.k12.mi.us/Page/21
Location: 30601 Calahan Rd, Roseville, MI 48066, USA
Phone: (586)439-6900
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkTwainComets/
Twitter: @Keith_Tonn
Turkey in Disguise Winners
Congratulations to our "Turkey in Disguise" winners. Although it was a tough selection process, each of our winners won a $15 Target Gift Card from our StuCo. Special thanks to our guest judge, Mrs. Kristin Ledford, FPS Communication Director, for helping to select the winners. It was a difficult decision given all the creative entries.
Jocelyn W. - Target Turkey
Lily V. - Potter Fodder Turkey
Kendyl J. - Tucan Sam Turkey
Solid Gold Shout Outs!
The following students are receiving Solid Gold Shout Outs from our teachers for their ROCKS behaviors last week:
August Miron and Patrick Brown (2nd): These two boys saw that someone was being excluded on the playground and they invited her to play. I am so proud of the empathy and kindness they showed. Way to go boys! - Mrs. Barker
A NOTE OF GRATITUDE
Twain Families,
During the month of November, Twain teachers and students are reflecting on what we are grateful for. We would love to hear from our valued families and community what and who you are grateful for at Mark Twain Elementary School.
Please take a brief moment to express your gratitude to our amazing staff by completing the google form linked below. Your words of appreciation make a great impact on our climate and culture. Thank you! :)
I will share all of your responses with the staff throughout the month.
Sincerely,
Mr. Tonn
Requesting a Change in Learning Mode
Now through December 6, families can request a change in the learning mode for their student(s) for the second semester of the 2022-2023 school year. Students who are currently enrolled in-person can switch to virtual, and students who are enrolled in virtual can switch to in-person. If you do not wish to switch your child’s learning mode, no action is necessary.
Submitting the form linked below does not guarantee a request will be granted. Requests will be reviewed by building and district leadership and the parent/guardian will be notified. If approved, the change will be effective for the second semester (January 3, 2022 - June 9, 2023). Once a request has been approved, it will be for the duration of the second semester. Please carefully consider this semester-long commitment before submitting this application, as requests to change throughout the second semester will not be granted.
If you are interested in changing your child’s learning mode for the second semester, please fill out the application linked below.
You will be notified if your request is approved.
RAISE MONEY FOR MARK TWAIN ELEMENTARY
This is one of our last scheduled big fundraiser. Just in time for the holidays, purchase Texas Roadhouse gift cards and the school will receive 10% of total sales. Texas Roadhouse gift cards can be used at any of their 500 plus hometown locations. Forms and money were sent home last week and are due Monday November 28th. The Parents Club would like to thank you for your continued support.
Holiday Movie Night at FPS
READY OR NOT- THE COLD WEATHER IS HERE!
We're starting to see MANY students bundled up each day, which is great! Please be sure to send your child to school dressed for the weather each day. Students will start needing warm coats, gloves, hats, scarves, and/or boots daily throughout the winter.
Please take time to label each and every item- because our lost and found gets bombarded with lost winter accessories throughout the season
Please note that, per Board Policy, we will be having outdoor morning lineup and heading outdoors for our 20 minute recess(es) if the windchill is 10+ degrees.
Time outdoors is time well spent for kids, in all seasons
WINTER MUSIC CONCERT
The 4th, 5th and 6th-grade students of Mark Twain Elementary will be having a vocal music winter program on Monday, December 5, 2022 at 7:00 pm in the Fraser High School Auditorium (Fraser Performing Arts Center).
On the evening of the program, students should be dressed in their best holiday attire, as this is a very special occasion. The fancier, the better! Students should arrive and assemble in the FHS choir room between 6:30- 6:45pm. It is not necessary to arrive earlier that 6:30pm as the doors to the auditorium and choir room do not open until that time.
Lunch Aides Needed!
Lunch aides are needed every M-F. These are paid positions and applicants must be capable of going outside in temperatures above 10 degrees. Interested candidates should contact Mr. Tonn at (586)439-6900 and complete an application HERE. We look forward to hearing from you!
Mark Twain Parent Club
As a parent of a Mark Twain Elementary student, you are a valued member of the Mark Twain Parent Club. Our official Facebook group is here: Mark Twain Parent Club. Please help us build the group by sharing with other Twain families and adding them to the group.
Contact MTPC: mtparentclub@gmail.com
All parents are welcome to join us. Our next meeting is for our first meeting of the year on Wednesday, January 18th from 6:30-7:30 in the media center.
SAVE THE DATE
- 11/30 - Title I Family Support Night
- 12/1 - Half Day (12:00 Dismissal)
- 12/2 - Half Day (12:00 Dismissal)
- 12/5 - Vocal Concert for Grades 4-6 at FHS Auditorium @ 7:00
- 12/6 - Supe's Exotic Jungle Presentation
- 12/7 - Report Card Distribution
- 12/7 - Early Release (1:30 Dismissal)
- 12/9 - MTPC: Mr. Ron's Christmas Bash from 6:00-8:30
- 12/12 - 12-15 - Santa Shop
- 12/13 - P2P Holiday Lunch
- 12/19-1/2 - Holiday Break
- 1/3 - Students Return
Access the full District Calendar HERE at any time!
BREAKFAST & LUNCH MENU
MTPC Ice Cream Sandwich Sales
December 9
January 13
January 27
GLEANERS FOOD DISTRIBUTION
Gleaners Mobile Food Pantry will be set up in the FHS Klein Road parking lot on the following dates:
December 8
December 22
January 5
January 19
If you are in need of food assistance, you can find pantries in your area by visiting https://pantrynet.org.