The Sunday Snapshot from Mrs. Love
Dundee Elementary School February 19th- 23rd, 2024
Week 24 News
Viking Families,
Please view the information below for next week's happenings.
This week at a glance:
Monday, February 19th: No School-President's Day
Wednesday, February 21st: 4th Grade Tutoring
This week let's ROW Like Vikings: Respect, Ownership & Wise Choices
Have a great week! Go Vikings!
Upcoming Events
- 2/29 Wear Green for Leap Day
- 3/13 Spring Photo Day
- 3/13 3rd Grade Spring Music Concert
- 3/15 Half Day of School 12:05 pm dismissal (Viking Camp Offered)
- 3/18-21st PTO Spring Book Fair
- 3/25-29th No School-Spring Break
- 4/1 No School
- 4/2 School Resumes
- 4/5 Assembly
- 4/10 Y5/Kinder Round Up 4:30-7:30 pm (by appointment)
- 4/12 Y5/Kinder Round Up 9:00-3:00 (by appointment)
- 4/18 4th Grade Spring Music Concert
- 4/19 Y5/Kinder Round Up 9:00-3:00 (by appointment)
- 5/9 1st Grade Music Concert
- 5/10 Half Day of School 12:05 pm Dismissal (Viking Camp Offered)
- 5/23 2nd Grade Spring Music Concert
- 5/27 No School-Memorial Day
- 6/3 Half Day of School 12:05 pm Dismissal (Viking Camp Offered)
- 6/4 Last Day of School Half Day 12:05 pm Dismissal (No Viking Camp)
Viking Camp Registration Form Link
Please use the link below to print and fill out the form or you may fill out the paper form sent home with your student.
Construction Updates
This photo shows the inside of a future classroom.
This photo shows a hallway view looking into two classrooms.
This photo shows a view down the hallway of the new wing of classrooms.
DES Staff Member Spotlight of the Week
Mrs. Hawkins is our DES Staff Spotlight of the Week!
Mrs. Hawkins is one of our elementary special education teachers and she has worked with students at Dundee Community Schools for 29 years! Mrs. Hawkins completed her Bacheler's degree at Eastern Michigan University and her Master's degree at Marygrove College.
Mrs. Hawkins enjoys shopping, gardening and listening to music in her free time. Her favorite color is black. Her favorite snack is chips and salsa and her favorite drink is Alani Nu.
Thank you, Mrs. Hawkins, for all you do for our DES Vikings!
Notes from the Nurse
Tis the season of runny noses, illnesses and germs. Please remind your little ones to wash their
hands frequently and not to share personal items like hats or water bottles.
Another important reminder is for students who take medication. Any and all medication (including over the counter) need to be brought to the office and checked in. We also need proper authorization if
these are prescription medications or over the counter. Students are not allowed to transport
any medications to and from school. This is for the safety of all our students. If you have any
questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to me at Marylen.Nobile@dundeeschools.org
Be well!
Nurse Marylen Nobile, RN
PBIS News
Congratulations to this week's ROW Ticket Classroom Winners!
Our Character Trait of the Month is Integrity. Help us reinforce this trait at home this month!
February Menu
Stay Connected!
If you are on social media, please consider following our Dundee Elementary Facebook Page. Photos, updates and weekly newsletters are posted there.
Lastly, if you haven't already connected with your student's teacher on Bloomz, please consider doing so. Bloomz is the main form of communication that teachers use to interact with families. If you aren't sure how to get connected, please contact your student's teacher or the office and we'd be happy to help!
Handle With Care
OK2SAY
Did you know that Dundee Elementary School is a participant and supporter of the OK2SAY program? See more information below.
Not all heroes wear a cape and tights. A real hero speaks up for what's right. Be a real hero. If you see or hear something that threatens student or school safety, submit a confidential tip to OK2SAY.
Anyone can report tips confidentially on criminal activities or potential harm directed at students, school employees, or schools.
Tips can be submitted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Important Information for DES
DES Full School Day Hours:
- The school day begins at 8:35 am and ends at 3:40 pm
- Our staff begins monitoring students at 8:15 am. Please do not drop off students prior to 8:15 am as there will not be any DES staff available to supervise them. Students dropped off from 8:15-8:25 will go to the playground with our supervisors and will then be dismissed to their classrooms. Students who purchase school breakfast will go to the cafeteria when they arrive unless they are in Y5 or kindergarten (their breakfast is served in the classroom).
Elementary School Handbook:
Dundee Community Schools Calendar:
Click for the 2023-2024 District Calendar
Infinite Campus Parent Portal:
https://dundeemi.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/dundee.jsp
School Meal Payments:
Breakfast and lunch are FREE for ALL students for the 2023/2024 school year! We ask that all families please fill out the free/reduced meal form on our website, even if you don't normally qualify.
Link for Food Service Forms & Payments
School Menus:
https://dundeecommunityschools.nutrislice.com/menu/dundee-elementary-school-k-5/lunch/2022-08-28
DES Facebook Page:
For reporting a student absent:
734-529-7044 Press 1
School Nurse: Rachel Palmer
734-529-2350 ext. 11013
DCS Athletics Information
Use the link below to checkout the Dundee Athletics Facebook Page:
Dundee Community Schools Vision & Mission Statements
Vision Statement
“Students First” – Inspire, Educate, Innovate, Celebrate
Mission Statement
Dundee Community Schools is setting a course for student success. We will challenge and inspire every student, every day, in every class through innovation and dedication ‐ promoting knowledgeable, responsible, and caring citizens.
DES Contact Information
Dundee, MI 48131
School Phone: 734-529-7044
School Fax: 734-529-3741
Principal: Mrs. Love shana.love@dundeeschools.org
Assistant Principal: Mr. Briggs jay.briggs@dundeeschools.org