What's Happening at the "D"
Volume 7 #4
From the Principal's Desk
Well, this sure has been an interesting start to the school year! I am so impressed with our students! Overall, they have been online, getting to know the routines of the classroom and getting to know their teacher and classmates! I walk around the building and it makes me smile to hear the teachers' energy and excitement to be with their students, even though it is in a remote setting. When I go into the classrooms, many times I have the chance to pop into the class and wave to our students and say "hi". It's so good to see their faces!
I am curious to hear what you have noticed! Please take the brief survey below to share your feedback.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/B89NBPW
A few reminders for students! There are a few online etiquette items we could use your help with reinforcing with your child. :)
Please mute your mic - When children are on a teams meeting and their mic is on, everyone can hear what is going on within the home. It makes it more challenging for the teacher and other students to learn.
Please be mindful of our TEAMS app -The TEAMS app is for educational use only, not personal use. This means the calling feature as well as the chat feature.
If a student receives an unexpected teams call from someone other than the teacher, DON'T ANSWER IT!
Please refer to the paperwork that was signed at the device distribution for more details. I have attached it below for your review.
Our Interim Superintendent, Mr. Bob Monroe has sent a letter home to families with information about our transition to face to face instruction.
Below is a link to our website for your convenience.
https://www.uticak12.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=578321&pageId=43594467
As the school days go on, our staff will continue to provide instruction using best practices, learn new strategies/skills, and build upon the relationships we have with our students.
It's a great time to be a dolphin!
With Appreciation,
Mary Beth Merlo
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Email: marybeth.merlo@uticak12.org
Website: http://dekeyser.uticak12.org
Location: 39600 Atkinson Drive, Sterling Heights, MI, United States
Phone: 586-797-4400
Twitter: @principalmb