Dix Street Press
Dix Street Elementary Newsletter March 3, 2023
Upcoming Events
March 7 Half Day
March 7 Student Council Meeting 7:45 AM
March 8 Half Day, Evening Conferences
March 9 Half Day, Afternoon & Evening Conferences
March 9 Super Hero's Reading Unite Night With Mr. VanderKlok 7-8 PM
March 10 No School
March 12 Day Light Savings, Spring 1 Hour Forward
March 13 Board Meeting @ WSE
March 23 PTO Meeting 10AM DSE Library
March 27 Fun Run Assembly
March 30 M&M Shows
March 30 Book Nook During Lunches
March 31 March Student of the Month Assemblies
March 31 School Store 8:10 AM
March 31 Book Nook During Lunches
April 1-9 Spring Break
April 9 Easter Sunday
Conference Sign Ups
Monday Mission: Week of March 6
Each week, we challenge students, staff, and parents to a "Monday Mission." These missions are aimed at increasing relational capacity, modeling good social skills, and keeping all members of the Dix Street family connected. Give them a try and encourage your child(ren) to take part in our "Monday Missions!"
Student, Staff, & Parent Mission: Recognize an act of Kindness. Last week as I was driving by Memorial Park I noticed an elderly couple picking up trash with their own plastic bags. I remember thinking how cool that was that they were taking care of our community in this fashion. At the last boys basketball game of the year I ran into this elderly couple and was able to share with them how it warmed my heart seeing them pick up the trash and that I appreciated it. The genuine gratitude they had from my recognition filled me with more gratitude. So, this week be on the lookout for others acts of kindness. When you see it, take the time to recognize them for it!
Strength In Numbers-Tips from Mr. Michael
Check back here throughout the school year for tips from our School Social Worker Mr. Michael! For now you can checkout the link below for an archive of previous tips. Women's History Month!: Check Mr. Michael’s Strength in Numbers for more information.
Click THIS LINK or see the "Quick Links" section below.
Flyers
Back Ground Checks
IMPORTANT! Meal Charges Return for This School Year
For the last two years, schools were able to provide free breakfast and lunch due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, free meals are ended at the end of last school year.
Starting with the 2022-23 school year, regular meal prices will be charged to student lunch accounts and the costs need to be covered by families. However, you may still qualify for free or reduced meals!
We are asking ALL families to take a few moments and fill out the federal assistance form. This can be filled out online or on paper. Here is the link to fill out online. A paper copy has also been provided to your child in their welcome letter.
If you have any questions, please contact Julie Guthrie, Otsego Food Service Coordinator, at jguthrie@otsegops.org or 269-694-7447.
Student Drop-Off and Pick-Up
A few Key reminders for pick up and drop off.
1. Please do not park in a parking spot.
2. Stay in your car and allow your child to enter your vehicle curb side.
3. If you are a part of the 3:40 Pick-up line do not enter until you are waved in by a staff member.
4. Only walking parents should be picking their child up in the southwest corner. NO parking and leaving your vehicle to pick a student should happen along Dix Street.
5. When waiting for pick up to begin please be courteous to our neighbors and DO NOT block driveways or Fire Hydrants!
For more detailed information regarding drop-off and pick-up, visit THIS LINK.
Again, we really appreciate your patience.
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
It is extremely important to have up-to-date contact information available for each student. When emergencies arise, we need to be able to contact parents/guardians. This is also the contact information that is used for school closures and district updates.
Please log in to the Infinite Campus Parent Portal to check that your contact information is current and to make any necessary changes. If you need assistance or login information for the Parent Portal, please contact the Dix Street OfficeThank You!
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Dix Street Elementary
Email: mvanderklok@otsegops.org
Website: http://dse.otsegops.org/
Location: 503 Dix Street, Otsego, MI, United States
Phone: (269) 694-7700
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/502857119910811/
Twitter: @otsegoschools