"The Mac Message" August 27, 2023
Online Edition!
Welcome Back To MacArthur!
From the Desk of Principal Lake
MacArthur Family!
We welcome you back to a wonderful school year of "Instructional Excellence!" Your students will grow tremendously because they have entered one of the best educational establishments in the state of Michigan.
New Student Virtual Orientation Video - August 23, 2023
Here is a copy of the Virtual Orientation for your viewing pleasure.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aS8ZxyDd8zMXVKWNR9EazreWRpPn2_M0/view?usp=sharing
Arrival
As you come on the first day of school, we ask that you drop your student off at the appropriate door. K-1 students will enter through door #23, and 2nd - 8th grade students will enter through door #28. We want students to arrive at 8:05 a.m. If your student would like to have free breakfast, they will need to arrive at 7:50 a.m.
Dismissal
K-1 students will be dismissed near Door #23. 2nd Grade students will be dismissed by Door #27. Middle School students will be dismissed by Door #31.
Kindergarten Staggered Start
On the first day of school, Monday, August 28, 2023, children whose last names begin with
A through D will report for a full day and not report back to school until Thursday, August 31, 2023.
On the second day of school, Tuesday, August 29, 2023, children whose last names begin with E through N will report for a full day and not report back to school until Thursday, August 31, 2023.
On the third day of school, Wednesday, August 30, 2023, children whose last name begins with O through Z will report for a full day and report back to school on Thursday, August 31, 2023.
All kindergarteners will come to school all day on Thursday, August 31, 2023
There is No School on Friday, September 1, 2023, or Monday, September 4, 2023
Classes Resume on Tuesday, September 4, 2023
Let's get some rest and have an amazing First Day of School! See you soon!
Principal Lake
#WeAreOne!

Week-At-A-Glance
August 28, 2023 - August 25, 2023
Monday, August 28, 2023
1st Day of School!
Staggered Start: A - D
MacArthur Gear is On Sale!
8:30am: Middle School WolfPack Meeting
9:30am: 3rd-5th Grade WolfPack Meeting
Tuesday, August 29, 2023
Staggered Start: E - N
Let's Have a Terrific Tuesday!
MacArthur Gear is On Sale!
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Staggered Start: O - Z
MacArthur Gear is On Sale!
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Staggered Start: All Kindergarteners
8:30am: K-2 WolfPack Meeting
MacArthur Gear is On Sale!
Friday, September 1, 2023
Labor Day Recess! No School!
There is No School on Friday, September 1, 2023, or Monday, September 4, 2023
Classes Resume on Tuesday, September 4, 2023
MacGear is On Sale!
Go To Shop
Login: MAC
Password: M2023
Order deadline is 9/29/23.
Please Note, orders will be delivered to the school approximately 2-3 weeks after the deadline has closed.
Please add. the Students Name and Teacher in the comments box at the Paypal Check Out
PTA Information Corner
PTA MEMBERSHIP AND DONATIONS
Please consider becoming a financial member of the PTA or provide a donation. Remember that if you were a financial member last year, you must sign up again this year. Your financial contributions will help make our upcoming events a success. Those who register by August 28, 2023, will be entered into a drawing to have the PTA pay for your child’s school supplies. You may become a member or donate using the following link: https://macarthur.memberhub. com/store
Please contact the PTA at spsmacarthurpta@gmail.com if you have any questions or concerns.
PTA MEETING
Our first PTA Meeting of the 2023-24 school year will be on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at 5:30 pm. Please mark your calendars and stay tuned for the Zoom information.
FAMILY FUN DAY
Please mark your calendars for Thursday, September 7, 2023, from 5:30 to 7:30 for our family fun day!!! There will be games, food, and fun!!! You any purchase your tickets using the following link: https://macarthur.memberhub. com/store
Sonja Rainer - President
Candice Thomas - Vice President
Chanel Miller - Treasurer
Krystal Player - Secretary
Important Dates
August 28 | First Day of School
September 1-4 | Labor Day Recess
September 5 | Classes Resume
September 7 | PTA Family Fun Day!
September 13 | Picture Day!
September 15 | Grandparents' Day
September 18 | Constitution Day Parade
September 27 & 28 | Curriculum Night
MacArthur K-8 University Academy School-Wide Calendar 2023-2024
August & September Monthly Character Trait: Respect
Respect is a really important word that means treating people and things in a nice and kind way. It's about showing that you care about others and their feelings, just like you would want them to care about you.
Imagine you have a friend or a classmate. If you listen when they talk and don't interrupt, that's showing respect. It means you value what they have to say.
Also, think about your belongings and other people's belongings. If you treat them gently and take care of them, that's showing respect for things.
Respect is like using good manners. Saying "please" and "thank you" to your teachers, parents, and friends shows that you appreciate them.
So, in simple words, respect is being kind, polite, and considerate to everyone and everything around you. It helps make the world a happier and more peaceful place.
Away For The Day (Cell Phones)
This also means even when your student isn't feeling well or is injured they must go to the Main Office so they can get evaluated and not use their cell phones to text to go home. First and foremost it is the school's policy to not use cell phones at all during the day and they must be kept in their locker. Parents, please have a conversation with your student about this.
From the ITC Department: Chromebook Assistance
SPS Instructional Technology Center
Located on the campus of Southfield High School for Arts and Technology
24855 Lahser Rd, Southfield MI 48033. Please proceed to the A&T football stadium and through the gates. Park outside of the field/track. We are to the left connected to the concession stand. Ring the buzzer for assistance.
Oakland Schools Service Desk
Phone: (248) 209-2060
Online Ticket submission/LiveChat: Create a service ticket
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Our Mission
Engage students in high-quality learning experiences
Teach students personal and civic responsibility
Inspire students to be enthusiastic and independent learners
SPS Board of Education
Ashanti Bland, President | Yvette Ware-DeVaull, Vice President | Leslie Love Smith-Thomas, Secretary | Amani Johnson, Treasurer | Darrell B. Joyce, Trustee | Talisha Belk, Trustee | Jillian Holloway, Trustee
Dr. Jennifer Martin-Green, Superintendent
248.746.8500 | www.southfieldk12.org