Gates Notes & News
September 29, 2023
Welcome Back!
I recently read a meme about August going by fast, but September moving at the speed of light and, boy, doesn't that feel true! It is hard to believe that October starts this weekend. However, it is amazing to see that students are settled into the school routines and to hear the buzz of learning all around.
There are lots of important informational points in this newsletter that you will want to make note of. These include: PTO News and Fundraiser Kick-off; Information on our new communicaton system Remind; Important Upcoming Events; Homecoming Pictures; and much more.
Thank you for taking a moment to read!
Most Sincerely,
Natalie Miller
Proud Gates Principal
1st Marking Period Morning Announcers
PTO Fundraiser Kicks Off - Monday, October 2nd
Again this year, we've partnered with The Goodies Factory to raise money to support all the amazing things our PTO does for our kids, teachers, and the school as a whole. You can join our fundraiser by using the packet that will be coming home today and/or clicking the link below to create your very own online fundraiser shop. All you have to do to sell online, is share your store link using Social Media, Text, and Email. All orders that are placed and paid for online and are selected to be shipped to home are shipped within 24 - 48 business hours! Orders that are shipped to Gates will arrive with all paper packet orders on November 8th.
If you register online and send at least 10 emails by Monday October 9th your child/family will be entered into our drawing to win a mini fridge stuffed with cash!
Good luck and have fun selling!
http://supportmyfundraiser.org/register/register.php?g=122407
Back Packs and Bus Tags
Homecoming - Go CARDS!
Great Start to a Great Year!
PTO News!
Congratulations to this year's PTO Board:
President - Angie Hawley
Vice President - Hillary Deloge
Secretary: Angie Field
Treasurer - Brandi Wheat
All Gates parents and guardians are invited and encouraged to attend monthly PTO meetings during which upcoming school events, opportunities for involvement during school hours and after hours, PTO sponsored activities like Pick the One Book Day, Popcorn Fridays and more!
Get Involved! Many studies indicate increased student success when families join educational staff in creating exciting and memorable experiences together. Feel free to contact the Gates PTO at gatespto@gmail.com
Remind Hub is Here!
If you already have a Remind App, this will work with your existing account. If you do not have a Remind account, you will want/need to create one. Remind will work through the app or via email for those who do not want to download the app.
Through remind, you can set notifications to alert you to messages being sent from school to keep you up-to-date with all the latest information. Please make sure to check in with your child's teacher of you have questions or issues with the Remind setup .
Save the Date - Music Concerts
We are excited to announce our 2023-24 Grade Level Concert dates. The elementary concerts are held in the evening in the Davison High School Auditorium. Please be sure to mark your calendar for the following dates:
- November 7, 2023 - 3rd grade
- November 30, 2023 - 2nd grade
- April 16, 2024 - 1st grade
- May 13, 2024 - 4th grade
Important Upcoming Dates:
- Monday, October 2nd - PTO Popcorn sale begins
- Monday, October 2nd - DCS Board of Education Meeting- 7pm/DHS Auditorium
- Tuesday, October 10th - Gates PTO Meeting - 6:30 pm/ Gates Media Center
- Friday, October 13th - Popcorn Friday (Volunteers Needed)
- Friday, October 13th - Picture Retakes - 8:40 am
- Saturday, October 14th - Gates PTO Daddy-Daughter Dance (details coming home today!)
October Menu
Attendance Matters
Gates Elementary
Gates Elementary
Where Kids Come First and Futures Begin
and
We are WILD ABOUT LEARNING!
Email: nmiller@davisonschools.org
Website: www.davisonschools.org
Location: 2359 S. Irish, Davison, MI, United States
Phone: 810-591-5001