Bear Bulletin
Maire Newsletter April 29th edition
Dear Maire Families
I think Spring is finally here? It has been an interesting April, but I’m hopeful that May will not have any snow and we will start to have beautiful spring weather outside. Once it becomes consistently warm and dry enough, we’ll head outside for lunch. I know our students are excited to get outside for both lunch and recess. We encourage students to wear layers since mornings can still be cool and we need light jackets until the temperature reaches 55 degrees. Please encourage your child to wear layers this spring while the weather continues to change.
Another highlight of spring comes next week: Teacher Appreciation Week! We have the best staff in the world and next week is an opportunity to show your appreciation for their hard work and commitment to your child’s development. We look forward to our PTO and families celebrating the amazing work our staff has accomplished this year and the best gift is just sharing any positive sentiment or gratitude for their efforts.
Finally, spring is always a busy, busy season. Our office and teachers will work hard to get dates and reminders out as much as possible. I know it can be a lot to keep track of, but together we can be on top of all the fun events going on here at Maire as we finish out the year.
Sincerely,
Ryan Francis
Proud Principal of Maire
*PS Be sure to check out the new Bear Mural hanging between the office and parking lot entrance. This was a project by graduating 4th graders last year. Super cool!
Important Maire dates to remember
5/2 Y5/K Transition Day (see detailed information below)
5/6 Maire Auction 7:00 p.m.
5/11 Maire PTO Meeting 7:00 p.m. (zoom link)
5/18 Communities United in Diversity 6pm Ferry Elementary
5/23 BOE Meeting 7:00 p.m. Brownell MS
5/27 Maire Field Day
Y5/Kindergarten Transition Day
If you registered for Y5/K, please check your email for our Sign Up for the May 2nd event. Not registered yet? As long as you register by May 1st we can guarantee a spot for you here at Maire and still get you an appointment.
TUESDAY BAGEL SALE- 4th Grade Legacy Gift - Improvements Coming
Thanks for your support and patience as we work out the kinks of Bagel Day, which is for a great cause.
We will now be doing pre orders on Monday.
- please send money in on Monday
- along with money, please include a note with all necessary info (child's name, teacher name, and bagel choice)
- students will be able to choose between cinnamon swirl, blueberry, or chocolate chip bagels.
- Cost will be $1 per bagel (no cream cheese will be sold).
Any student that wants to send a kind note or picture to Ukraine can do so in their free time and drop it off in the office before the end of the year.
Spring Weather
Medication Reminder
If you wish for your child to take these OTC remedies during the school day, please see the office staff to get the necessary forms.
Maire Spirit Days every Friday!
To celebrate our wonderful Maire community, we are going to have Maire wear spirit days EVERY Friday until the end of the year. Wear any of your favorite Maire swag, and show your love for the BEST school around.
Updated GPPSS info on Covid screening
Camp Invention
June 27- July 1 at Parcells Middle School
Open to any students Kindergarten through 6th grade
All information can be fond here: Camp Invention
Grosse Pointe Alumni and Friends
To celebrate 100 Years of GPPSS, we are partnering with the district to highlight 100 alumni as part of Alumni Through the Decades project. We need help from our community to find us about 30 more people to feature.
Please follow this link for more information:
https://gpalumniandfriends.org/who-we-are/alumni-through-the-decades.htmlLunch help is always welcome!
Stay connected!
Facebook page for Principal Francis
Twitter: @gpmaire
Maire Elementary School
Email: kramerm@gpschools.org
Website: https://www.gpschools.org/maire
Location: 740 Cadieux Road, Grosse Pointe, MI, USA
Phone: 313-432-4300
Twitter: @gpmaire