Murphy Minute
For the Week of August 24-28
Mission Statement
- Lapeer Community Schools is a dynamic community organization embracing our students with a quality learning environment, developing independent and confident learners for the future.
- Murphy Elementary School is united in learning for all children and focused on excellence, as we step into the future.
We are the Murphy Lightning
Email: rdowney@lapeerschools.org
Website: murphy.lapeerschools.org
Location: 1100 Pratt Rd, Metamora, MI, United States
Phone: (810) 538-2345
Twitter: @MESPrincipalD
Vision:
To maximize the achievement of all Murphy students as they prepare for the future.
- At Murphy we're not just building things - we're building better people - in partnership with our families.
- We know that we are all strong individually but we are even stronger when we work together.
Upcoming Important Dates:
Open Houses are still a Go (see details below)
Tuesday, August 25:
- Kdg (5:00-6:00) and 1st grade (6:30-7:30) Open House
Wednesday, August 26:
- 2nd (5:00-6:00) and 3rd grade (6:30-7:30) Open House
Thursday, August 27:
- 4th (5:00-6:00) and 5th grade (6:30-7:30) Open House
August 31 Start Date for Students has been Moved Back:
- Limited Remote Instruction Begins the Week of September 8th
Open House News..
So...we will have a different schedule than in previous years for our Open Houses to accommodate social distancing and reduce the number of people in the buildings. Please be sure to attend following the schedule below since grade level teachers and their classrooms will only be available during those specific times.
This year, our Open Houses will be a combination of the typical 30-minute open house where you can see the classroom and meet your teacher AND a 30-minute presentation in the gymnasium where building level information specific to this school year will be presented.
Important:
- Only ONE parent/family member will be allowed in the building with students.
- Masks will be required of all students, family members and staff at all times.
- A video of the presentation will also be made available to families so parents that are not able to attend can also receive the same information.
- Please follow the schedule by your last name (see below).
**Students in the E5/K grade split should attend the Kindergarten Open House on Tuesday**
**Students in the 1st/2nd grade split should attend the 1st grade Open House on Tuesday**
**Students in the 3rd/4th grade split should attend the 4th grade Open House on Thursday**
Please Return Chromebooks during Open House
Families that need to check out a Chromebook for Remote Instruction this school year can fill out a "Student Technology Check Out Form" in the classrooms during Open Houses.
If you are unable to attend your scheduled Open House:
- The form can be completed and returned to the school during normal office hours. The form can be downloaded below.
- Chromebooks can also be returned to the school during normal office hours.
Chromebooks will be re-distributed to families beginning Friday, September 11th after school.
I Know the Grade Level but...What About Class Lists?
Class lists will be distributed electronically the day prior to the grade level's Open House.
Thank you for your patience!
Welcome New Murphy Staff!
- Caroline Marchand - Kindergarten
- Amy McNulty - 1st/2nd grade
- Marie Tripp - 3rd/4th grade
- Amy Baxter - 4th grade
- Lisa Reinert - Art
- Deb Cooper - PE
- Chad Kenny - Tech
Ancillary Staff:
- Sarah Prendergast - Social Work
Custodial Staff:
- Jeff White - Head Custodian
From the Desk of the Murphy PTC:
Anyone interested should submit their name to the PTC at MurphyPTC@yahoo.com
Will you have a child in E5 or Kindergarten next year?
OR
Enrollment forms can be accessed and completed electronically by using the following link:
http://www.lapeerschools.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=3097475&pageId=48428484