Comets' Corner
Twain Update - Week of Sunday, November 1, 2020
Updated Schedule & Dates to Plan For
Our Fraser Public Schools Elementary calendar will have some adjustments over the next several weeks as we transition to our Fraser Forward Plan.
Here are some IMPORTANT dates to keep in mind as you plan:
- Tuesday, November 3rd - Election Day - No School (no small-group cohorts, virtual meetings, or asynchronous activities assigned that day)
- Friday, November 6th & Monday, November 9th - Virtual-Only materials pick-ups
- Tuesday, November 17th - Thursday, November 19th - Final small-group cohort meetings
- Friday, November 20th - Updated Teacher Records Day - Asynchronous learning for students
- Monday, November 23rd & Tuesday, November 24th - Student-Involved Virtual Conferences by appointment (sign-up information will follow next week) - Asynchronous learning days for students
- Monday, November 30th - Students begin new schedules of ALL Face to Face or ALL Virtual (based on parent enrollment choices)
- Thursday, December 3rd & Friday, December 4th - Student Half-Days for teacher planning
- Monday, December 7th - 1st Trimester Report Cards sent home
- Wednesday, December 9th - Evening Class Parent Meetings with Teachers (details forthcoming)
- Thursday, December 10th - Student Half-Day for teacher planning
If your child is at all unwell, you must keep them home.
Seasonal Allergies or Serious Symptoms?
If you have questions or need guidance, please reach out to our office at any time. And for reminders about how we make decisions about responding to Covid-19 at school, please refer to this document from the Macomb County Health Department.
Monday 11/2 - All Dressed Up and Ready to Learn!
Our students and staff did a great job with our Spooktacular Red Ribbon Spirit Week last week!
As a reminder, on Monday, November 2nd, students are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes (if they have them) to all of their virtual meetings. Please post your students' Monday costume pics here, and feel free to check out what others shared last week:
Solid Gold Shout Outs!
The following students are receiving Solid Gold Shout Outs from our teachers for their ROCKS behaviors last week:
Ian Bogal - 1st Grade
"Ian is always smiling and excited to learn on our meetings. He is working hard and completing all of his work." - Ms. Widmer
Jeffrey Dibble - 1st Grade
"Jeffrey is very enthusiastic about school and learning. He is an eager participant!" - Mrs. Palus
Gibson Nouhan - 1st Grade
"Gibson is working extra hard on his writings. I am so impressed with the stories that he is sending me. I can tell that he is taking his time and doing his best. I'm really proud of him." - Ms. Widmer
Vanessa Swistock - 1st Grade
"Vanessa has attending every PE GoToMeeting and is always ready to participate. She tries her best every class. Thank you for being a Rockstar, Vanessa!" - Mrs. Lipski
Lilly Vallad - 1st Grade
"Lilly is always eager to learn and participates at every class meeting. Way to go!" - Mrs. Palus
Liam Bogal - 2nd Grade
"Liam consistently connects with me each week for reading!" - Mrs. Reilly
Abby Debono - 2nd Grade
"Abby has worked so hard keeping up with her Zearn lessons. I am so proud of her effort. Way to go, Abby!" - Mrs. Barker
Zoey Kleiner - 2nd Grade
"Zoey was so very responsible this week and had all of her at home work completed when she arrived on Thursday for her F2F time." - Mrs. Barker
Lillian Dixon - 4th Grade
"Lilliana Dixon is a Math Rock Star!" - Ms. Offer
Emma Kirby - 4th Grade
"Emma has been a Total ELA/Science Rockstar! Keep up the amazing job, Emma!" - Mrs. Albrecht
Andrea Maceri - 4th Grade
"Andrea has been a Total ELA/Science Rockstar! Keep up the amazing job, Andrea!" - Mrs. Albrecht
Elmin Mujagic - 4th Grade
"Elmin Mujagic is a Math Rock Star!" - Ms. Offer
Malachi Sacco - 4th Grade
"Malachi is always ready to participate and share during our GoToMeetings. He gives 100% effort each class. Thank you for being a Rockstar, Malachi!" - Mrs. Lipski
Allie Septer - 5th Grade
"Allie is always a great participant and cooperates well in face to face classes and virtual class lesson! Keep it, Allie!" - Mrs. Schop
Erynn Ulmer - 5th Grade
"Erynn is always very responsible about having assignments done and attending all virtual meetings. Keep up the super work!" - Mrs. Schop
Anastasia Dixon - 6th Grade
"Anastasia is always on time and ready to participate. She has not missed a single GoToMeeting. Thank you for being a Rockstar, Anastasia!!!" - Mrs. Lipski
Congratulations to these ROCKSTARS! Keep up the great work!
FRASER FORWARD PLAN
If you were unable to listen in on last Wednesday's Community Conversation with Ms. Wozniak, Dr. Anderson, and Mr. Waters, you can still access the recording and the slideshow that were shared. Please check the following link for information from October 28, 2020's Community Conversation.
Community Events & Resources for Families
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.
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: Ms. 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