Cubs' Communication
April 28, 2023
Collins Elementary
Email: officecollins@uticak12.org
Website: http://www.collins.uticak12.org
Location: 12900 Grand Haven Drive Sterling Heights, MI 48312 586.797.4200
Phone: 586.797.4200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollinsCubs
Dates to Remember...
May
1st-5th Teacher Appreciation Week
2nd - No School - Voting Day
4th - Family Game Night
4th- Star Wars Day
8th- PTO Meeting 6:30
5th- Kentucky Derby Day - Wear a Hat
12th- Mothers' Day Flowers
22nd- Armed Forces Day - Wear Camo
29th- No School- Memorial Day
June
5th- PTO Meeting 6:30
8th- 1/2 Day 11:44 Dismissal / 6th Grade Graduation 9:30
9th- 1/2 Day- 11:44 Dismissal- Last Day Of School / Kindergarten Celebration 9:30
Dress Code
Dress and Grooming Utica Community Schools takes pride in our students and encourages their development of good hygiene and grooming habits. Student dress and appearance that is neat and clean contribute to a positive school environment. Student appearance should not be disruptive to the educational process.
The following guidelines should be followed: • Indecent, tattered or unsafe dress or footwear, or attire that calls undue attention to the wearer or has lettering or symbols that are disrespectful or derogatory are not allowed. 6 • Beach wear, low-cut tops, tank tops, sleeveless tops, muscle-shirts, see-through clothing, short skirts or shorts, tight clothing without proper coverage and clothing exposing the shoulders or mid-section are not allowed. • Knee-length shorts and skirts are acceptable. Shoes must be worn. • Outerwear – such as coats and hats – is not to be worn in school. • Clothing that promotes illegal substances or drugs, illegal activities, violence, tobacco or alcohol is prohibited. • Clothing or head coverings worn as group identifiers that promote a disruptive school climate are prohibited. • Jewelry and accessories that may be deemed dangerous are prohibited.
Make Your Vote Count!
For busy parents, our local municipal clerks will be open on Saturday, April 29, 2023. If you are not able to make it to the polls on Tuesday, May 2 you can make sure your vote counts by voting on Saturday at the following times:
- Macomb Township: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- Ray Township: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- Shelby Township: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Sterling Heights: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Utica: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Washington Township: 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
For more information on the Safety and Success proposals, please see this link: https://www.uticak12.org/safetyandsuccess
Teacher Retirement Stipend
In compliance with Article XXI of the collective bargaining agreement between Utica Community Schools and the Utica Education Association, teachers who notify the Human Resources Department on or before May 1, 2023 of their intent to retire effective at the conclusion of the 2022 - 2023 school year are eligible to receive a $500 stipend, payable on the final pay in June.
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May 2nd Election Day
Safety remains a priority in Utica Community Schools. On May 2, Utica Community Schools will be holding a special election that will allow voters to consider the district’s Safety and Success proposals. Our schools remain the centerpiece of the community, and we are proud that many of our school facilities are used to support the voting process. During these elections, school facilities need to be open and easily accessible to allow voters to cast their ballots.
As has been the practice of UCS for past elections, there will be no school on May 2. The cancellation of school maintains our commitment to safety and allows our facilities to be open for community members to cast their ballots in this important election. This will also provide an opportunity for professional development opportunities for staff.