Our mission is to provide a nurturing environment committed to achieving excellence. All students are challenged to reach their maximum potential by gaining a solid foundation of skills, knowledge, and values. This foundation enables each student to become a resourceful thinker and successful lifelong learner.

Email: officeebeling@uticak12.org
Website: ebeling.uticak12.org

Location: 15970 Haverhill Drive, Macomb, MI, USA
Phone: 586-797-4700
Twitter: @ebelingelem

JAN 16 - No school. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

JAN 17-27 - NWEA Testing Window

JAN 18 - PTA Meeting @ 7:00 PM in Media Center

JAN 19 - "A" DAY! Let's give it our ALL...wear blue or green as a sign that we're bringing our "A" GAME!

JAN 23 - World's Finest Chocolate Fundraiser Kickoff!

JAN 26 - "A" DAY! Let's give it our ALL...wear blue or green as a sign that we're bringing our "A" GAME!

FEB 1 - Mid-quarter progress report/grades updated in PowerSchool

FEB 2 - "A" DAY! Let's give it our ALL...wear blue or green as a sign that we're bringing our "A" GAME!

FEB 9 - "A" DAY! Let's give it our ALL...wear blue or green as a sign that we're bringing our "A" GAME!

FEB 9 - P/T Conference Evening - for selected students, by appointment

FEB 16 -"A" DAY! Let's give it our ALL...wear blue or green as a sign that we're bringing our "A" GAME!

FEB 20-24 - No school. Mid-winter Break

MARCH 9 - Vocal Music concerts - Grade 2 (6:30 PM) & Grade 4 (7:30 PM)

MARCH 24 - Half Day of School. Third Quarter Marking Period Ends. Dismissal @ 11:44 AM.

APRIL 3-7 - No School. Spring Break

MAY 29 - No School. Memorial Day Holiday

JUNE 8 - Half Day of School. Dismissal @ 11:44 AM

JUNE 8 - Sixth Grade Celebration @ 9:00 AM

JUNE 9 - Half Day/Last Day of School. Dismissal @ 11:44 AM

All UCS elementary schools will be hosting an open house on Wednesday, March 1 from 7 - 8:30 p.m. to welcome new families. Come get a glimpse at the educational opportunities that await your child at Utica Community Schools. Learn about our Kindergarten and Young Fives Program, meet our building administrators and teachers, and see our schools for yourselves. All registration is done online, please click the link below for more information!

UCS Pathways to Success was established 16 years ago by the Superintendent's Student Advisory Board to ensure families and students are aware of the opportunities, services and programs available to all Utica Community Schools students. By beginning a plan early, parents can set their students on a path that best fits their needs and interests.

UCS Pathways to Success will be held on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 from 6:00-8:30pm at Henry Ford II High School, 11911 Clinton River Rd. Sterling Heights, MI 48313.

Click on the link for more information: https://mi50010997.schoolwires.net/site/Default.aspx?PageID=2361

AVID is a program available at all Junior High Schools (pending Board of Education approval to add Malow Junior High as a site for the 2023-24 school year). AVID’s mission is to help prepare all students for college readiness and success in a global society which directly aligns to the district mission and vision. AVID is a program for “middle to upper middle” academic students who have potential for honors and AP coursework in junior high school but would benefit from academic and emotional support paired with the rigor. If you would like more information regarding the AVID program, please view the attached presentation and attend the UCS Pathways Event on January 17th at 6:00PM at Henry Ford II High School.

Students are excited to watch classmates try to make the "IMPOSSIBLE SHOT" each morning on announcements! Each day, three contestants lob a tennis ball into the "IMPOSSIBLE SHOT" tube in hopes of making the NEARLY impossible shot and winning bragging rights for the year:) Make the shot, sign and get your picture on The Impossible Shot Hall of Fame poster! It's the going craze in Physical Education throughout the United States...remember nothing is impossible! The competition just began this week and some have come very close - we can't wait to hear the explosion of cheering when someone sinks that shot!! This week's contestants are listed below.

6TH GRADE CONTESTANTS:

Kevin Reusch

Alexa Garcia Aguilera

Allison Boone

5TH GRADE CONTESTANTS:

Ben Vera

Brayden Mikolajewski

Natalie Arabo

4TH GRADE CONTESTANTS:

Emmanuel Lazar

Trent Tompkins

Kaley Mount

3RD GRADE CONTESTANTS:

Marino Slobodian

Teeba Al-Najjim

Scarlett Vang

2ND GRADE CONTESTANTS:

Ediz Demiralp

Hunter Deloge

Taylor DeBord

Now that the 2nd quarter is complete, Ebeling teachers will be sending home notes next week letting families know if a conference is requested. In most cases, conferences will be held by appointment on Thursday, February 9th from 4:30-7:30 PM. If you have questions regarding your child's academic performance, please contact your child's teacher directly.

We believe outdoor recess is an important and valuable part of our students’ day. Fresh air, exercise and time spent outside afford students a break from the structure of the classroom. With the ever changing Michigan weather, it is imperative that your child is dressed appropriately and is prepared to play outside. During the winter season, every child should have a jacket, gloves or mittens, and a hat. If there is snow on the ground, snow boots and pants are necessary. If students do not have snow boots they will be limited to the blacktop area on the playground. Don't forget to label all your child's items! Thank you!

The winter weather can cause unique situations when the temperatures dip and snow starts to fall. Our Transportation Department has some tips to make the winter safe and enjoyable.

· Dress appropriately for the cold weather. Be sure to wear warm jackets, boots, hat and gloves as the weather warrants.

· Arrive at the bus stop at least five minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive.

· Stand back on the sidewalk or at least 10 feet from the edge of the road.

· Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop and the door opens before approaching it.

· Never run to or from the bus.

· Wait at the bus stop in an orderly manner.

· Do not throw snowballs or other items.

· Be considerate of your neighbors respect their property including trees, fences, etc. at the bus stop.

Earlier this fall all students practiced safely exiting the bus in event of emergency.

If your child is going to be absent call 586-797-4799 and leave a message on the 24-hour automated absence line. Any absences not called in to the office will be marked as 'unexcused' on student attendance records.

Your child will be excused from class for illness, bereavement, recognized religious holidays and medical or dental treatment that cannot be scheduled after school or on weekends.

Your child is responsible for makeup work. Homework requests may be made for an absence of two or more days in the case of both excused and pre-excused absences. Homework requests require 24 hours to process.

VACATION POLICY

Absence for family travel during scheduled school days is discouraged.

However, should family travel be necessary, parents must submit a written request to the Ebeling office for Principal approval of a pre-excused absence at least one week in advance. Vacation days in excess of 10 days per school year will not be approved.

Arrangements to complete classroom assignments can be made with the teacher.

You can arrange for home study through the school principal should your child be absent from school for an extended period due to physical disability or illness.

LATE ARRIVAL

If a student arrives late to school, the parent must accompany the student into the office, and the student must be signed in before he or she can go to class.

Truancy officials will be contacted in the event of a student having excessive tardies or absences.

We are asking for your assistance to ensure that our security procedures during the school day are effective. As many of you know, our school has a security camera, intercom, and buzzer at the front main entrance for use during the school day. To help us assist you when you would like to enter the school:

1. Please press the buzzer to speak with someone in the office

2. You will be asked to state your name and reason for visiting

3. You will be asked to show your photo ID into the security camera above the outside door

4. Office staff will then be able to buzz you inside

5. All visitors must immediately register in the office

In addition, we are asking you to not let any visitors in the door as you enter (and they come up behind you) or as you exit the building.

The teachers and staff are committed to student safety and security and we would like to thank you for your assistance in helping keep the students of Ebeling safe.