I am asking for your help. We have noticed that students have been not been using the crosswalk to cross Grand Haven. Some have been walking past our school and crossing the street. We have the crosswalk located in front of the school to ensure students are safe. Can you please speak with your children about this? I really appreciate it.

The winter weather can cause unique situations when the temperatures dip and snow starts to fall. Our Transportation Department has some tips to make the winter safe and enjoyable.

· Dress appropriately for the cold weather. Be sure to wear warm jackets, boots, hat and gloves as the weather warrants.

· Arrive at the bus stop at least five minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive.

· Stand back on the sidewalk or at least 10 feet from the edge of the road.

· Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop and the door opens before approaching it.

· Never run to or from the bus.

· Wait at the bus stop in an orderly manner.

· Do not throw snowballs or other items.

· Be considerate of your neighbors respect their property including trees, fences, etc. at the bus stop.

Earlier this fall all students practiced safely exiting the bus in event of emergency.

• Boots are a must if students want to play the playscape or field if there is snow!!! If it is snowy and students do not have snow boots they will not be allowed off of the blacktop during recess.
• Students need a pair of shoes for the classroom so that we are not tracking snow throughout the room if they are bringing boots.
• Coats, hats, glove/mittens are a must! If your child is in need of any winter gear please let their teacher of the office know, we may be able to help!
• We monitor the temperature (including wind chill daily), if it is above 10 degrees our Collins Cubs will be outside as much as possible for that "brain break".
• If your child has a medical condition that requires them to not be outside at a specific temperature the office must have a doctor's note.

January

13th-Movie Night

16th- No School- MLK Day

19th- Popcorn Day

13th-Movie Night

30th- Restaurant Night - Texas Roadhouse (Mrs. Lenz will be serving!)

31st- Backwards Day

February

8th-Bingo Night

10th- Super Bowl Spirit Day

13th- PTO Meeting 6:30

20th-24th- No school- Mid-Winter Break

March

24th- 1/2 Day 11:44 Dismissal

April

3rd-7th- No School- Spring Break

May

4th - Family Game Night

29th- No School- Memorial Day

June

8th- 1/2 Day 11:44 Dismissal

9th- 1/2 Day- 11:44 Dismissal- Last Day Of School