The Eagle Press
Week of March 1, 2021
Information from the office...
Important Contact Information:
Main Office Phone: (586) 439-6600
Fax: 586-439-6601
Absentee Line: (586) 439-6690
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.
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:
The Eisenhower community inspires learning to motivate and prepare students through innovative experiences to meet 21st Century challenges.
Vision Statement:
Eisenhower staff, in partnership with families, will develop critical thinkers by blending technology and research-based teaching strategies in a balanced learning community.
Email: eisenhower@fraserk12.org
Website: fraser.k12.mi.us/Domain/11
Location: 31275 Eveningside, Fraser, MI, USA
Phone: (586)439-6600
Facebook: facebook.com/EaglesFraser
Twitter: @Keith_Tonn
March is Reading Month : Reading is Out of This World!
Parents,
In celebration of March is Reading Month, Eisenhower has many exciting events planned. Starting on Monday March 1, 2021 all students will be asked to set aside an allotted amount of time each day to relax and read. Each week students in grades K-2 are being asked to read or be read to a total of 100 minutes per week. Students in grades 3-4 will need to read 125 minutes per week and grades 5-6 are being asked to read 150 minutes per week.
At the end of each week every student in class that has reached their goal will be awarded a prize for the week. There will be a large display in the main hallway tracking the minutes read throughout the building. The students that have met their goal after each week will receive a chance to win a book or prize from a raffle drawing as well.
To help keep track of the minutes spent reading at home students are being asked to fill out a reading log. Each classroom teacher will advise on how to submit weekly logs. Parents are to record the minutes and sign the log each week that their child reads. The reading logs must be turned in each Friday; Friday March 5th, Friday March 12th, Friday March 19th and Friday March 26th.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact your child’s teacher.
Thank you,
Student-Involved Conferences - March 11
We are looking forward to having our teachers meet with you during Eisenhower’s Student-Involved Conferences. We look forward to sharing your child's successes with you. Conferences are scheduled for Thursday, March 11th from 1:00-3:30 and from 4:30-7:30. These conferences are by request. Classroom teachers will be sending out requests to individual parents by Tuesday, March 2nd if a conference is needed. If you do not receive a request by this date, you have a chance to request one by reaching out to the teacher directly or by using the links provided in next week's edition of the Eagle Press. Special Education and Title I Teachers will also be reaching out to families individually to schedule conferences as needed. Specials teachers will also be available during designated conference times should you have questions or concerns. All conferences will be held via GoTo Meeting. Links will be shared prior to this date and stundents are welcome to attend, but not required.
CARE’s 26th Annual Parenting Conference - Virtual
On March 6, 2021, come spend the day online with other parents, caregivers, grandparents, foster parents, teachers, and more at CARE’s annual Parenting Conference. Learn new skills and resources that will help you and the children in your life, especially now in our new normal living through COVID-19.
The morning will begin with keynote speaker Gary Abud, an author and award-winning educator.
New Covid-19 Guidelines for International Travel
If you plan to travel internationally, please note that a 7-day quarantine AND a negative COVID test are needed before a student may return to school. (Or the student must quarantine for a full 10 days if you choose not to get them tested.) This is consistent with the CDC guidelines. Should you have any questions regarding travel and quarantines, please feel free to reach out.
Health, Safety, & COVID-19 Communication
We hope our Ike families are staying healthy. Please continue to reach out to keep us updated about your family's health and notify the office if someone in your household tests positive for Covid-19 or if you find out that your child has been exposed to someone who has tested positive. This information will help mitigate the spread and keep our Eisenhower community healthy.
Please note, if your child tests positive for Covid-19, we will need a copy of their test results or confirmation from their physician.
Please click HERE to find our In-Person Learning Protocols.
This section is dedicated to our virtual learners. Please find important information for you and your child.
Next Virtual Learning Materials Pick-Up Date
- Friday, March 5, 2021
We wanted to take the opportunity to recognize some of the positive things that we notice our virtual Eagles doing. In-Person learners will be celebrated monthly.
We're SO PROUD of all of our Eagles! Special shout outs to:
Ariana Leader (1st): Arianna loves to learn and be challenged. She is very responsible and makes sure she completes all of her work. She is great at participating and helping others. She is a fantastic reader and I really enjoy listening to her read with wonderful expression. - Mrs. Gray
Jamison Jones (2nd): Jamison has been doing an amazing job in virtual 2nd grade. He is a hard worker, always tries his best and does it all with a smile. Keep up the great work! - Mrs. Laidlaw
Maiya Middleton (5th): Maiya does an excellent job in our virtual classroom. She is always prepared for class, asks great questions and turns all of her assignments in on time. Keep up the great work Maiya! - Ms. Taylor
5th and 6th-Grade Virtual Maturation Program
Attention Parents of VIRTUAL 5th and 6th graders:
Please click the link below to view and submit the electronic permission slips for our upcoming 5th & 6th-grade virtual maturation program.
All virtual 5th & 6th grade students need an electronic permission slip submitted in order to this program.
5th & 6th grade- Maturation Program: Wednesday, March 24th
5th & 6th Grade- Maturation Permission Slip : https://form.jotform.com/210283581320143
(Please note: Face-to-face 5th and 6th graders received hard copies of their permission slips and their dates/times are different.
Upcoming Events
3/1 - March is Reading Month Kicks Off
3/1 Picture Day
3/4 and 3/5 - Records Day - Noon Dismissal
3/11 - Spring Conferences (More info coming soon)
3/19 - Virtual Pick-Up
Ike Picture Day - Save the Date
We will be holding picture days on Monday, March 1st during the school day for our in-person learners.
Our virtual Eagles will be invited to come into the building at assigned times between 3:45 and 6:00 pm in the afternoon.
Virtual families may RSVP by accessing our Sign-Up Genius HERE. Please sign-up only one child per slot.
Pictures may be preordered by visiting: Mylifetouch.com
School Name: Eisenhower Elementary School
Picture Day Date: Monday, March 1
Picture Day ID: EVTF7MSDJ
Self-Control
Self-control is an essential skill for children to learn. Learning how to think about the consequences of their behavior, restraining their own desires, impulses and emotions will help them to do well socially, academically and will help them throughout their lives. You can help your child learn self-control by encouraging their good behaviors, by setting limits and being consistent. The best way to teach self-control is though modeling it for your child. When you are feeling angry or frustrated take a moment before reacting. Instead of yelling, using harsh language or even physically reacting to a situation, use self-regulating skills such as taking a break, taking deep breaths, or using positive self-talk aloud. This will demonstrate to children how to properly react to a problematic situation. Also, when you see a situation in which your child may quickly react to something teach them to breathe deeply, to stop and think about what their options are and to consider the consequences of those options. Getting your children involved with activities that teach self-discipline is also a good way to teach self-control.
If you would like more information on how to teach your child self-control or would like to suggest more social-emotional topics to cover in the newsletter please contact our school social worker, Mrs. Madeleine at Kristina.Madeleine@fraserk12.org.
Lunch Aides Needed at Ike!
Lunch aides are needed every M-F at Ike beginning when we return to in-person learning. 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)439-6600 and complete an application HERE. We look forward to hearing from you!
Parents may join this virtual meeting by clicking HERE at the correct day/time.
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.