Comets' Corner
Twain Update - Week of Sunday, October 25, 2020
Important News for the Week
This Tuesday, October 26th and Wednesday, October 27th, we will have several Twain teachers participating in district trainings. Because of this, ALL SPECIALS will be asynchronous for ALL STUDENTS on those two days. Specials teachers will be leaving recorded lessons and/or detailed directions for their students on itslearning.
In addition, some of our classroom teachers' afternoon virtual meetings will be shortened to allow them to attend these important trainings. Teachers will communicate any adjustments to their schedules through email and via itslearning.
Thank you for your patience!
Friday, October 30th - Early Release - 12:50 Specials will be cancelled
Fraser Forward Plan
As a reminder, all families must complete the Enrollment Selection Form by this coming Friday, October 30th. Families who do not do so will automatically be placed in the Face to Face option. This choice will be binding through the end of 2020-2021 unless the district is directed by state or local health officials to revert to all virtual learning due to a rise in COVID-19 cases. (Click the button below to access the Enrollment Form.)
To help families to make this important decision, our Superintendent, Ms. Wozniak, will be hosting a Community Conversation on October 28th. I recommend you attend, even if you've already submitted your choice. (Families can still change their minds through October 30th if they choose to do so.)
Register for the Community Conversation here.
For more information about the Fraser Forward Plan, including a list of Frequently Asked Questions, here is a link to our district website.
If your child is at all unwell, you must keep them home.
This year, our Fall/ Halloween celebrations will look different. We will not be having a Halloween parade or formal class parties. Likewise, we will not be allowing families to send in goodie bags or treats of any kind this year. However, teachers will choose appropriate fall activities for their students like they normally would.
In addition, the week leading up to Halloween is Red Ribbon Week. So we will be having a Spooktacular extended Spirit Week to raise students' awareness about Red Ribbon Week and have some dress-up fun together.
The Monday AFTER Halloween, on Monday, November 2nd, students will be encouraged to wear costumes (if they have them) to all of their virtual meetings that day. Please see below for all of the Spirit Week details!
We'd love for families to share their students' daily dress-up pics here so we can see their Red Ribbon Week Spooktacular Spirit:
Red Ribbon Week - THIS WEEK!
In H.E.A.R.T. class your child receives many lessons, one of which is safety with medicines and drugs. This year your child’s H.E.A.R.T. teacher will continue this very important topic during Red Ribbon Week. Learning how to get away from a dangerous situation, standing up to peer pressure, knowing the effects of drugs on the human body, and taking medicines properly/only when prescribed a trusted adult are just a few of the many topics taught in HEART class (all at the grade level of your child).
Stay Safe and Healthy!
Mrs. Asoklis & Mr. Anderson
Solid Gold Shout Outs!
The following students are receiving Solid Gold Shout Outs from our teachers for their ROCKS behaviors last week:
Liam Bowers - Kindergarten
"Liam always has such a positive attitude! He comes to school with a smile on his face and is ready to learn. Liam keeps others enthusiastic by sharing his love of school and his excitement for being there. He is kind and respectful to everyone!" - Mrs. Huizdos
Lillian Carroll - Kindergarten
"Lily is always so happy and kind to others! Her smile and positive attitude bring happiness to our entire class. Lily is also a wonderful student that works very hard and always tries her best.." - Mrs. Huizdos
Nova Marrion - Kindergarten
"Nova is a shining star! She is a wonderful listener and participates all the time during our class meetings! I love her positive thinking and all the wonderful things she shares with us in class! Keep it up Nova! You are a Mark Twain Rock Star!" - Mrs. Delicato
Zayleah Scamihorn - Kindergarten
"Zayleah is such a delight to have in class! She spreads kindness and smiles to everyone around her. She has been a wonderful problem solver and very hard worker. Zayleah deserves this shout out for all of her hard work at home and at school - She has all of her assignments turned in and does math homework for extra practice! Way to go Zayleah, You are a Mark Twain Rock Star! " - Mrs. Delicato
Caleb Agnello - 1st Grade
"Caleb consistency connects with me each week for learning!" - Mrs. Reilly
Joslyn Cornwall - 1st Grade
"Joselyn has not missed a single GoToMeeting with me and is always ready and willing to participate. She always has a positive attitude during our meetings! Thank you for being a Rockstar, Joselyn!" - Mrs. Lipski
Breanna Hand - 1st Grade
"Breanna consistently connects with me each week for learning!" - Mrs. Reilly
Liam Bogal - 2nd Grade
"Liam has been present and on time to classroom meetings. He always participates. He has all of his work completed each week and is keeping up with our Zearn Lessons. Great Job Liam, You Rock!" - Mrs. Szeliga
Emmett Cieplik - 2nd Grade
"Emmett consistently connects with me each week for learning!" - Mrs. Reilly
Josh Detkowski - 2nd Grade
"Josh has been present and on time to classroom meetings. He always participates. He has all of his work completed each week and is keeping up with our Zearn Lessons. Great Job Josh, You Rock!" - Mrs. Szeliga
McKenzie Edmonds - 2nd Grade
"McKenzie has been present and on time to classroom meetings. She always participates. She has all of her work completed each week and is keeping up with our Zearn Lessons. Great Job McKenzie, You Rock!." - Mrs. Szeliga
Grace Kirby - 2nd Grade
"Grace has been present and on time to classroom meetings. She always participates. She has all of her work completed each week and is keeping up with our Zearn Lessons. Great job, Grace, you Rock!!" - Mrs. Szeliga
Adalynn Sacco - 2nd Grade
"Adalynn has been incredibly organized this school year. Each F2F day she comes in with all of her at-home assignments completed and is ready to learn. Way to go Addy!" - Mrs. Barker
Meredith Steinhauser - 3rd Grade
"Meredith has done an amazing job adjusting not only to a new learning schedule, but a new school too! She works hard every day, participates really well, and has a great attitude. Way to go, Meredith!" - Mrs. Cracchiolo
Kole Deatheridge - 4th Grade
"Kole is always so prepared for his Virtual GTM's and his Cohort class! I truly enjoy his cooperative attitude and how he always has his camera "on" and is ready to share for all of his ELA/Science GTM's. Way to go, Kole!" - Mrs. Albrecht
Mason Iwasko - 4th Grade
"Mason is always so prepared for his Virtual GTM's and his Cohort class. I really enjoy his delightful personality and how he is always willing to have his camera "on" and ready to share for all of his ELA/Science GTM's. Way to go, Mason! " - Mrs. Albrecht
Emma Kirby - 4th Grade
"Emma consistently connects with me weekly for learning!" - Mrs. Reilly
Zoey Nash - 4th Grade
"Zoey is a Math Rockstar!" - Ms. Offer
Gianna Tate - 4th Grade
"Gianna is a Math Rockstar!" - Ms. Offer
James Walters-Hatcher - 4th Grade
"James is a Math Rockstar!" - Ms. Offer
Reese Warwick - 4th Grade
"Reese is a Math Rockstar!" - Ms. Offer
Aubree Arnone - 5th Grade
"Aubree is a pleasure to work with. She has a great outlook on things and always gives her best. I appreciate her hard work!" - Mrs. Lombard
Gordie Felczak - 5th Grade
"Gordie always has a great attitude in class and during virtual meetings! He participates often and has great ideas to share. Thanks for being awesome, Gordie!" - Mrs. Lombard
Anastasia Dixon - 6th Grade
"I want to shout out Anastasia for doing such an amazing job! She attends every class and is truly doing a wonderful job with everything we do. Way to go :)" - Mrs. Park
Hailey Edmonds - 6th Grade
"Hailey has done an amazing job with our novel "The Cay" she is engaged and participates in conversation. I love how excited she is about reading! Keep up the great work, Hailey! I am so proud of you." - Mrs. Wirgau
Alannah Kamara - 6th Grade
"Alannah is a ray of sunshine in our face to face meetings and also in our GoToMeetings. She turns her camera on and is excited to share and participate it. Keep up the great work, Alannah!" - Mrs. Wirgau
Congratulations to these ROCKSTARS! Keep up the great work!
Executive Functioning Skills
Twain staff members continue to utilize the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework to remove barriers and make learning accessible for all of our Comets.
Executive Functioning skills are so important for our learners, and you can help support them at home. Please see below.
CARE Family Resource
Lunch Aides Needed at Twain!
Lunch aides are needed every M-F at Twain beginning November 30th. These are paid positions, and applicants must be able to be outside in temperatures above 10 degrees. Interested candidates should email Mrs. Woods and complete an application HERE. We look forward to hearing from you!
Candidates should be able to:
- Observe and supervise students during assigned work period.
- Maintain order and be aware of student safety and well-being, including supervising social distancing, handwashing, and sanitation procedures as needed.
- Wear a mask over nose and mouth when on duty.
- Supervise indoor activities in case of inclement weather.
- Report accidents or injuries or other problems to building principal.
- Assist students with clothing and lunches as needed.
- Maintain standards of conduct expected by the School District when students are eating their lunch or playing on the playground
Technology Support
If you need direct assistance with your child's iPad or any of the websites or educational programs they use, please click here to submit a ticket into our district Tech Support.
APPLY NOW: FREE AND REDUCED COST MEALS
Families must re-apply for Free or Reduced Cost Meals yearly. If you think you may be eligible for Free or Reduced Meals, APPLY HERE NOW.
Visit https://www.fraser.k12.mi.us/FreeReducedMeals for more information.
Contact Our Twain Office With Questions
Important Contact Information:
Main Office Phone: 586-439-6900
Absentee Phone Line: 586-439-6990
(This is a 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.)
Fax: 586-439-6801
Twain Principal: Mrs. Laura Woods
Email: laura.woods@fraserk12.org
Due to Covid-19 health risks, we are not allowing parents or guests into the building except in very specific situations and ONLY with an appointment. Please call the office or send us an email if you’d like to discuss a concern.
School Administrative Assistant: Mrs. Beverly Dobosenski (Ms. D.)
Email: beverly.dobosenski@fraserk12.org
Twain Office Hours - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
School Hours: 8:35am – 3:30pm (Small-Group Cohorts meet from 8:35 am -12:00 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.
Email: laura.woods@fraserk12.org
Website: https://www.fraser.k12.mi.us/Domain/14
Location: 30601 Calahan Road, Roseville, MI, USA
Phone: 5864396900
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamTwainFraser
Twitter: @LWoodsTwain