Comet's Corner
Week of March 12, 2023
Information from the office...
Mr. Keith Tonn, Principal
Important Contact Information:
Main Office Phone: (586)439-6900
Fax: (586)439-6901
Absentee Line: (586)439-6990
24-hour recorded line, please leave your child's reason for absence and length of time out. Absences reported to this line, ensure most timely and accurate record.
School Administrative Assistant:
Ms. Dawn Vezzetti
Email: dawn.vezzetti@fraserk12.org
Building Hours - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
School Hours: 8:35 am – 3:30 pm
First Bell: 8:30 am
Instructional Bell: 8:35 am
Students must be in class by 8:35 am or they are marked tardy.
Mission Statement:
Guiding our Comets to be compassionate, curious, creative citizens who will positively impact the world.
Email: Keith.Tonn@Fraserk12.org
Website: https://www.fraser.k12.mi.us/Page/21
Location: 30601 Calahan Rd, Roseville, MI 48066, USA
Phone: (586)439-6900
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkTwainComets/
Twitter: @Keith_Tonn
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Scholastic Book Fair Open Monday
The Scholastic Book Fair will be open on Monday, March 13 from 8:00 to 10:00 AM due to the recent snow day. This will be the last chance to purchase items in-person.
This year, say goodbye to cash and hello to eWallet—your child’s digital payment account. Before the Fair, set up eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases. Anyone can contribute! Share each child’s eWallet so friends and family can add funds and give your kids more books to enjoy.
If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Online Book Fair. All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $25. Your online orders will also benefit our school.
Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more and get started with eWallet and online shopping:
5th-Grade Authors & 2nd-Grade Buddies
MARCH IS READING MONTH
Solid Gold Shout Outs!
The following students are receiving Solid Gold Shout Outs from our teachers for their ROCKS behaviors last week:
Caroline Jensen (2nd): Caroline Jensen is a Mark Twain ROCKSTAR! She is respectful. Caroline shows respect for her classmates, teacher, and school. She always does her personal best. Caroline is a great friend and an effective listener. Caroline is a pleasure to have in class! Caroline, you ROCK! - Mrs. Szeliga
Elijah (Eli) Jett (2nd): Elijah (Eli) Jett is a Mark Twain ROCKSTAR! He is Math Rockstar, he already learned 25 new fact on Reflex! He shows respect for his classmates, teacher, and school. Eli is very helpfu and he is a great friend and an effective listener. Eli is a pleasure to have in class! Eli you ROCK! - Mrs. Szeliga
Ramir Cook (3rd): Ramir has been working hard lately! He has had excellent participation during math and has been a leader during our math lessons. Keep up the great work! - Mrs. Cracchiolo
Makiya Curry (3rd): Makiya is so kind and helpful. She has been helping keep the room organized this week and I frequently see her cleaning up around the room, even if it is not her mess. Thanks, Makiya! - Mrs. Cracchiolo
Jace Canty (Y5s): Jace is always a great friend to his peers. He enjoys helping others and plays fair. I love his positive attitude and his smile brightens up our room. You are a Twain ROCKSTAR Jace! - Mrs. Zielinski
Isabelle Jansen (5th): Izzy did a fantastic job sharing her Book Creator project about Kestrels with the second graders.- Mrs. Lombard
Auggie Cracchiolo (5th): Auggie did a fantastic job of sharing his Book Creator project about the Medieval Times with the second graders! - Mrs. Lombard
Mark Twain Parent Club Presents the Sweet Heart Dance
Thursday, March 30, 2023 6:30-9pm @ Mark Twain Elementary
Due to limited tickets this event is only for Mark Twain students. All girls attending Young Fives or Kindergarten through 6th Grade are invited to share a special night with their Dad, Grandpa, Uncle, etc. Also, we will have a photographer to capture a picture of this special day for you.
Dinner will be provided: Pizza, Chicken, Salad, Soda/Juice
Please fill out the form linked below and turn it into the office by Friday, March 24, 2023. We may not have change on hand so if paying with cash please send in the exact amount.
*Tickets will be handed out morning of dance*
*LIMITED TICKETS, NO TICKETS will be sold at the door on day of event .
Volunteers are needed for the event (See document linked below).
*Email any Questions to : megarnone5159@gmail.com or mtparentclub@gmail.com
Comet's Boutique
Mark Twain Parent's Club is accepting gently used dresses for our Comet's Boutique until March 20, 2023. Dresses may be dropped off in the main office.
Our Comets can stop by to pick out a FREE dress for our upcoming Sweet Heart Dance, aka Daddy Daughter Dance, being held on March 30th. SAVE THE DATE! Information on the dance will be coming soon! Please note that the dance is only for current Mark Twain students.
Shopping Dates will be held in the Media Center (Library)
March 20th and March 21st
3:30pm-4:30pm
We have quite a selection to choose from sizes from 4-16. One dress per child, come and check it out if your child needs a dress for the Sweet Heart Dance (Daddy Daughter Dance).
Thank you for your continuing support!
A MESSAGE FROM OUR GREEN TEAM:
Twain is committed to being a Macomb County Green School. Here are 10 ways to conserve energy!
1. Turn lights, electronics, and appliances off when they are not in use.
2. Install a programmable thermostat. In the winter, lower the temperature when you are at work or asleep.
3. Change or clean filters in heating and cooling equipment.
4. Replace some incandescent light bulbs with high efficiency, compact fluorescent lamps (CFL’s)
5. Use fans to cool a room. Reverse blades in the winter.
6. Control direct sunlight through windows. In colder weather, sun can bring in warmth.
7. Perform basic weatherization- weather strip or caulk around doors and windows
8. Check attic insulation. The recommended level is between 12-15 inches.
9. Don’t over-dry your clothes. Running a typical dryer for 15 minutes less a load can save about $35 a year. Remember to keep your lint trap clean.
10. Unplug or refrigerators or freezers that are seldom used. These old appliances can add up to 15% on your electric bill.
Lunch Aides Needed!
Lunch aides are needed every M-F. These are paid positions and applicants must be capable of going outside in temperatures above 10 degrees. Interested candidates should contact Mr. Tonn at (586)439-6900 and complete an application HERE. We look forward to hearing from you!
Mark Twain Parent Club
As a parent of a Mark Twain Elementary student, you are a valued member of the Mark Twain Parent Club. Our official Facebook group is here: Mark Twain Parent Club. Please help us build the group by sharing with other Twain families and adding them to the group.
Contact MTPC: mtparentclub@gmail.com
All parents are welcome to join us. Our next meeting of the year is on Wednesday, March 15th from 6:30-7:30 in the media center.
SAVE THE DATE
- 3/15 - Parent Club Meeting @ 6:30 PM
- 3/20 - Comet's Boutique from 3:30 to 4:30
- 3/21 - Comet's Boutique from 3:30 to 4:30
- 3/22 - PTO Skating Party
- 3/23 - Spring Picture Day
- 3/29 - Family Reading Night
- 3/30 - Sweetheart Dance
- 3/31 - Spring Break
- 4/10 - Students return from Spring Break
Access the full District Calendar HERE at any time!
HELP KIDS MAKE FRIENDS AND INTERACT SAFELY ONLINE
Soon after kids start reading and writing, they often begin interacting with others online. Whether they're chatting within games or texting family members, kids need the skills to interact respectfully. These skills will help kids -- and the people they're communicating with -- have positive experiences online.
Check out these 4 tips:
Give them the right words.
Kids learn about appropriate verbal and physical communication from watching you. But online conversations can be invisible. Occasionally, narrate as you're writing texts or social media comments when your kids are in earshot.
Play a game of telephone.
Discuss how a message can change depending on the person delivering it or the delivery method. Read a question like "What are you doing?" with different tones of voice. Talk about how emoji and punctuation can help communicate tone and emotion in text messages.
Help kids navigate online friendships.
In the beginning, you might limit all communication with strangers online. As kids get older, you can monitor any online chatting. And once they're more independent, you can discuss which methods of communication are appropriate as well as which types of information to keep private from online-only friends.
Develop their instincts.
Help kids trust their guts so they can exit iffy or inappropriate online conversations. Discuss different scenarios and ask how they would feel and what they would do.
BREAKFAST & LUNCH MENU
MTPC Ice Cream Sandwich & Icee Sales
March 24
April 14
GLEANERS FOOD DISTRIBUTION
Gleaners Mobile Food Pantry will be set up in the FHS Klein Road parking lot on the following dates:
March 16
March 30
If you are in need of food assistance, you can find pantries in your area by visiting https://pantrynet.org.