Trix Family News
Week of April. 18, 2022
Message from Principal Perkins (40 Instructional Days Left in Quarter 4)
Happy Easter Sunday Family!
I hope everyone enjoyed their three day weekend and holiday with friends and family!
So it is officially time for our State Assessment M-STEP. Below is the M-Step Parent Letter from our State Superintendent Michael F. Rice. Please read at your leisure. We start our testing season with Tuesday, April 19th. I am asking our parents to work with us in ensuring your scholars are in class daily during this assessment season.
Testing Tips for Parents
1. Make sure your child gets plenty of rest the night before the test.
2. On the morning of the test, your child needs to get up in plenty of time so he/she won't feel rushed.
3. Feed your child a good breakfast. Research shows that children do better on tests if they have had a good breakfast. (Trix Academy Breakfast runs from 8:05am-8:25am)
4. Do as much as you can to make your child feel comfortable. Try not to say things to make him/her feel more nervous.
5. Reassure your child that no matter the outcome of the test you will still love him/her. Encourage them to simply do their best.
6. Take an active role in your child's education throughout the school year. Let your child know you are interested in his/her learning by taking part in the entire process.
7. Give your child praise even if he or she didn't do well on the test.
3rd-8th grade scholars brought home posters last Friday, they created with words of encouragement. Please allow your child to put their poster up somewhere at home where they can see as a form of daily motivation.
Hard copies of the Summer Advantage Applications went home last week. Again these spots are limited. Return ASAP so you can secure a spot for our scholar.
Let's make it a wonderful week!!!
Sincerely,
Ms. L. Perkins, M.Ed
Principal
"Parents are the ultimate role model for children. Every word, movement, and action has an effect. No other person or outside force has a greater influence on a child than a parent." - Bob Keeshan
Parent Letter from Dr. Rice State of Michigan Department of Education Superintendent
STATE OF MICHIGAN
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
LANSING
March 2022
Dear Parent/Guardian:
This spring, your school district will administer state tests designed to provide important information on student knowledge and their progress toward being career- and college-ready upon graduation. These tests are required by federal
and state laws. Schools and districts use these test results for school improvement initiatives that benefit all students. The data gathered from this year’s state assessments will help educators support students when they return to school in the fall and move forward with their education.
Students in grades 3-10 will participate in the following assessments:
M-STEP English language arts (ELA) and mathematics (grades 3-7)
PSAT 8/9 (grade 8)
M-STEP science and social studies (grades 5 and 8)
PSAT 8/9 (grade 9)
PSAT 10 (grade 10)
Grade 11 students will participate in the Michigan Merit Examination (MME),which has three required components:
SAT with Essay college entrance exam that also measures student knowledge on Michigan’s ELA and mathematics standards
ACT WorkKeys work skills assessment
M-STEP science and social studies
We want your child’s state testing experience to be as stress-free as possible. Your positive outlook will support your child’s experience. State assessment results do not affect your student’s grades in any way.
On average, a student will spend no more than three hours on M-STEP mathematics and ELA tests. Students in grades 5, 8, and 11 will spend an additional two hours on science and social studies testing.
While we support parents in making choices for their children, there is no acceptable way under state or federal law to allow an “opt-out” of state assessments. Last year, requirements for 95 percent participation in state assessments were waived by the U.S. Department of Education due to COVID-19 restrictions. However, this is no longer the case for 2022. Students who are not assessed this year will count against their school’s required 95 percent participation rate, which will create an incomplete picture of their school’s performance.
Annual assessments provide information on how Michigan students perform and how well our schools and districts are teaching students compared to those in other communities, states, and nations. Assessment results help target support and resources to students and schools that need them most. The test results may also inform future state education programs and policies to help Michigan students catch up on learning that was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
You can find information about Michigan’s state assessment system on our website,
www.michigan.gov/oeaa. An excellent place to start is with the handout “Michigan’s State Assessment System: What It Is, What It Means, and What It Offers.” Additional information, including how to help your child prepare for M-STEP testing, is available at www.michigan.gov/mstep.
Sincerely,
Michael F. Rice, Ph.D. State Superintendent
MSTEP Testing Schedule Week of April 18th
Wednesday, April 20th 4th Grade Math
Thursday, April 21st 5th Grade ELA
Friday, April 22nd Make Up Assessment (3rd ELA, 4th Math, 5th ELA)
Assessment Pep Rally and Special Guest "Fresh the Clowns"
QUARTER 3 VIRTUAL PARENT-TEACHER-CONFERENCES
SCHOOL ESSER III FUNDS SURVEY - PARENT SURVEY Need More Survey Takers!
Please complete the survey below to give your feedback on how to use our ESSER III funds to support the staff and scholars of Trix Academy.
Phalen Leadership Academies Town Hall
Click the link today to register: https://phalen.info/TownHallApril27th
Climate and Culture
- Please continue to work with your scholars on being kind and showing kindness
- Kindness goes a long way and kindness makes you feel good about yourself
- Being kind creates a positive learning environment
School Fundraiser
- Thanks to everyone who participated
- Popcorn order has been submitted
- Please allow at least two weeks for the popcorn to be shipped to the school
- When popcorn arrives, parents will be immediately notified by phone to pick up order.
Loved Ones Day Balloon Release
What a beautiful "Loved Ones Day"!! Thank you to the admin team for supporting and blowing up all those 250 balloon! It was wonderful and our scholars truly appreciated it!
FUN AT THE HENRY FORD MUSEUM 6th and 7th Grade
DTE ENERGY VISITS (KITS) 4TH AND 5TH GRADE
81% Average Daily Attendance the week of April 11th - April 14th DAILY GOAL 95%
What's Happening At Trix Academy???
Dates to Remember
April 18th-22nd Teacher Scheduled Parent Teacher Conferences
April 19th Testing Season Officially Begins (MSTEP Testing Day 1)
WHAT ARE YOU DOING THIS SUMMER!!!
SUMMER ADVANTAGE 2022
It is never too early to be prepared!
Please click on link to see the Summer Advantage opportunity here at Trix Academy this Summer 2022.
(SPACE IS LIMITED SO SIGN UP TODAY!!)
Or call the Summer Advantage Team at 1-866-924-7226 from 8am-6pm Monday - Friday
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Emerging Industries Training Institute:
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Since 2009, EITI has placed over 2,200 graduates into viable careers. With a placement rate of over 90% and consistently retaining over 88% of our students, EITI works closely with participating employers to ensure our graduates receive the best employment experience possible.
Local Food Pantry:
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13560 E. McNichols
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Staff Email Addresses
Leadership
Luvenia Perkins, Principal - l.perkins@mecc-academies.org
Sheilene Smith, Operations Manager - s.smith@mecc-academies.org
Tyresha Robinson, Student Enrollment Coordinator - trobinson1@phalenacademies.org
Kenyatta Manley, Office Manager - k.manley@mecc-academies.org
Paula Hayes, Culture Specialist - p.hayes@mecc-academies.org
Laura Green, Instructional Specialist - lgreen@phalenacademies.org
Karen Orpe, Instructional Coach - k.orpe@mecc-academies.org
Special Education
Monica Mbua, Teacher - m.mbua@mecc-academies.org
Martha Miller, Social Worker - m.miller@mecc-academies.org
Kindergarten
Charlene Long, Teacher - c.long@mecc-academies.org
Patrice Nelson, Teacher - p.nelson@mecc-academies.org
Chelsea Henry, Teacher - c.henry@mecc-academies.org
First Grade
Tiara Owens, Teacher - t.owens@mecc-academies.org
Second Grade
Asia Bradley, Teacher - a.bradley@mecc-academies.org
Josef McKinney, Teacher - j.mckinney@mecc-academies.org
Third Grade
Stephanie Stamas, Teacher - s.stamas@mecc-academies.org
Fourth Grade
Sheryll Purdy, Teacher - s.purdy@mecc-academies.org
Atica Bell, Teacher - a.bell@mecc-academies.org
Fifth Grade
Michelle Kulcharyk, Teacher - m.kulcharyk@mecc-academies.org
Grace Munoz, Teacher - g.munoz@mecc-academies.org
Middle School
LaTesha Gordon, ELA Teacher - l.gordon@mecc-academies.org
Johari Brown, Math Teacher - j.brown@mecc-academies.org
Yolanda Betty, Science Teacher - y.betty@mecc-academies.org
Steven Orellana, Teacher - s.orellana@mecc-academies.org
Andre Keys, SEL Support/Teacher - a.keys@mecc-academies.org
Enrichment
Bryant Robertson, Art Teacher - b.robertson@mecc-academies.org
Edward McLean, Technology Teacher - e.mclean@mecc-academies.org
Jerel Allen, Physical Education Teacher - j.allen@mecc-academies.org
Reading Intervention
Matthew Bowman, Teacher - m.bowman@mecc-academies.org
Toiya Davis, Teacher - t.paige@mecc-academies.org
Nicolas Wolak, Teacher - n.wolak@mecc-academies.org
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Location: 20045 Joann Avenue, Detroit, MI 48205, USA
Phone: 313.426.1020
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