KERBY NEWSLETTER
November 18, 2022
MR. FITZPATRICK
Enjoy your time off next Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
MICHIGAN WINTERS
LOST AND FOUND
All Items will be donated at the end of the month if they are not claimed.
PLEASE LABEL ALL CLOTHING!!!!
Thank you.
NAME THAT COUGAR CONTEST
Monday is the last day for voting on the
NAME THAT COUGAR Contest. Each classroom will be submitting a name for our mascot. All the names will be placed on a ballot and students will have the opportunity to vote. Students are being asked to donate a quarter ($0.25) to vote.
Voting will end on Nov 21 with the winning name being shared on Tuesday, Nov., 22.
SAFETY AND SERVICE UPDATES
Our 4th grade Safety and Service Squad started their posts on Monday. They have embraced their assignments with much enthusiasm and energy. Just a reminder that on Tuesday through Friday, their morning posts start at 8:10 AM and conclude at 8:20 AM. The afternoon position begins at 3:35 PM and ends at 3:45 PM.
--KERBY PTO PARENTS NIGHT OUT - DECEMBER 16, 2022
GROSSE POINTE LIONS JINGLE BELL RUN/WALK-PORTION OF ENTRY FEE CAN GO TO KERBY PTO
Attention Kerby families, if you are participating in the Grosse Pointe Lions Jingle Bell Run/Walk, All proceeds from the event go directly to charity. This year the Lions have also decided to add the option for participants to select a local PTO or sports group when they signup. For any member that signs up and selects a group (such as Kerby PTO) the Lions will be giving 50% of that registration fee back to the group selected. Thank you in advance!
https://facebook.com/events/s/21st-annual-gp-lions-club-jing/296937697464861/
PTO LIONS RAFFLE FUNDRAISER
TEACHER AMAZON WISH LIST
"Wish to give back to the teachers who help out in your childs everyday learning but don't know how? Here are some teachers amazon wish list. You can also find these on the PTO website, where the lists will be updated as they are given to the PTO.
Y5's - Kim Chwalek Check out my list on Amazon
K-Julie Vantol Check out my list on Amazon
1- Megan Brown Check out my list on Amazon
1- Mackenzie Meckl Check out my list on Amazon
2 -Brooke Farrell Check out my list on Amazon
2 -Kathy Schmitz Check out my list on Amazon
3-Jenna Valgoi Check out my list on Amazon
4- Kristin Remillet Check out my list on Amazon
ASD- Kelly Morawski Check out my list on Amazon
ASD - Ryan Boyd Check out my list on Amazon
Music -Mary Ann Magill Check out my list on Amazon
Library -Danielle Gostomoski Check out my list on Amazon
Art - Erin Maday Check out my list on Amazon
KERBY HOLIDAY PTO EVENT
SAFETY ISSUES
THANK YOU FOR YOU COOPERATION IN KEEPING OUR KIDS AND STAFF SAFE!
LIFETOUCH YEARBOOKS
Yearbook ID Code- 12276623
Order deadline: March 20, 2023
Ordering yearbooks was not an option during picture ordering, incase you are wondering if you already ordered one.
CHARTWELLS
Lunch Charge (includes meal, salad bar and milk) - $3.10
Milk - .50
To place funds in your student's account for lunch, visit your student's ParentPortal page, click on the "cafeteria" tab and click "Online Food Service Payments."
BREAKFAST
Free breakfast is available through Chartwells to any families that are interested. There is a bag with a box of cereal, package of graham crackers, milk and juice.
- Time -Mon-8:45 -9:05, Tues - Fri. 8:00 - 8:20 AM
- Where - Kerby Gym
- How to get in the building - ring the kids club bell in the front of the school on Kerby Rd (the old entrance). A staff member will let you in.
Hungry Howie Pizza Days at Kerby
Friday - 12/2
Free and Reduced Lunch Application - if your child receives free and reduced lunch they will be charged if they just get a milk. They must receive the whole lunch.
KERBY SPIRIT WEAR
https://www.detroitstreetapparel.com/collections/school-stores
Young Fives - Lime Green
Kindergarten - Navy Blue
1st - Red
2nd - Kelly Green
3rd - Blue
4th - Orange
GUIDELINES FOR KEEPING KIDS HOME AFTER BEING SICK
Guidelines to Exclude a Child from School:
A parent/guardian will be called at home or work if an injury or illness occurs at school.
If a child is unable to participate comfortably in school activities or if there is risk of spread of harmful disease to others, the student will be excluded from school.
Here is a list of criteria for various symptoms/illnesses that may occur:
1. Severely ill: A child that is lethargic or less responsive, has difficulty breathing, or has a rapidly spreading rash.
2. Fever: A child with a temperature of 100.4°F or greater AND behavior changes or other signs or symptoms (e.g., sore throat, rash, vomiting, or diarrhea). The child should not return until 24 hours of no fever, without the use of fever-reducing medications.
3. Diarrhea: A child has two loose or watery stools. The child should have no loose stools for 24 hours prior to returning to school. Exception: A healthcare provider has determined it is not infectious. For students with diarrhea caused by Campylobacter, E. coli, Salmonella or Shigella, please refer to the chart for exclusions and required clearance criteria.
4. Vomiting: A child that has vomited two or more times. The child should have no vomiting episodes for 24 hours prior to returning. A child can return to school when able to tolerate liquids and food. Exception: A healthcare provider has determined it is not infectious.
5. Abdominal pain: A child with abdominal pain that continues for more than two hours, or intermittent pain associated with fever or other symptoms.
6. Rash: A child with a rash AND has a fever or a change in behavior. Exclude until the rash subsides or until a healthcare provider has determined it is not infectious. For students with a diagnosed rash, please refer to the chart for exclusions and required clearance criteria.
7. Skin sores: A child with weeping sores on an exposed area that cannot be covered with waterproof dressing.
8. Certain communicable diseases: Children and staff diagnosed with certain communicable diseases, including COVID-19, may have to be excluded for a certain period of time. Click this link to view the chart for more information.
Taken from “Managing Communicable Diseases in Schools” by MDHHS and Michigan Department of Education (Feb 2022)
COVID SCREENING TOOL - WE REALLY APPRECIATE EVERYONES DILEGENCE IN KEEPING KIDS HOME WHEN SICK. PLEASE CONTINUE TO KEEP USING THIS SCREEING TOOL FOR COVID.
BELL SCHEDULE 2022-23
Monday Bell Schedule
09:05 AM- Entry Bell
09:10 AM-AM Instruction Begins
11:56- 12:44 PM- Y5's-4 Lunch & Recess
03:38 PM Dismissal Bell
Tuesday-Friday Bell Schedule
08:20 AM- Entry Bell
08:25 AM- AM Instruction Begins
11:36-12:24 PM - Y5's- 4 Lunch & Recess
03:38 PM Dismissal Bell
UPCOMING KERBY DATES
November 23-25 - Thanksgiving Break
December 6- Kerby Garden Cleanup 3:40
December 9 - PTO Holiday Market 5:30- 8:30 PM
December 16 - PTO Parents Night Out
December 20 - PTO Fun Night - Telly's
December 26- January 3 - Winter Break
January 16 - No School MLK - Great Skates 11:00 - 1:00 PM
IMPORTANT DATES
PEACHJAR
Do you use Peachjar?
GPPSS uses an online platform for flyers called Peachjar. You can access from our website and customize your subscription for any school or schools you wish to follow. The flyers are ADA compatible and nonprofits can upload for a nominal fee (less than printing). PTO and school flyers are free.
KERBY INFORMATION
Email: fitzpaw@gpschools.org
Website: https://mi01000971.schoolwires.net/Domain/1321
Location: 285 Kerby Rd, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, USA
Phone: 313-432-4203