What's Happening at the "D"
April 18th - 22nd
DeKeyser Elementary
Email: shannon.hathcock@uticak12.org
Website: https://dekeyser.uticak12.org
Location: 39600 Atkinson Drive, Sterling Heights, MI, USA
Phone: (586)797-4400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DekeyserElementary
DeKeyser Elementary Information
Welcome to DeKeyser ~ Home of the DeKeyser Dolphins
Principal: Mrs. Shannon Hathcock
Administrative Assistant: Mrs. Lisa Russo
Clerk: Mrs. Katrina Ruby-Chirco
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
School Hours: 9:20 AM - 4:10 PM (full days) and 9:20 AM -12:24 PM (half days)
Address:
39600 Atkinson
Sterling Heights, MI 48313
Office Phone Number: (586)797-4400
24 Hr Attendance Line (586)797-4499
Fax (586)797-4401
Email: officedekeyser @uticak12.org
Weekly Reminders
Monday, April 18
- Monday Moments
- Report Cards Sent Electronically
Tuesday, April 19
- VA - 6th Grade - ELA/MATH - M-STEP
Wednesday, April 20
- VA - 5th Grade - ELA/MATH - M-STEP
Thursday, April 21
- VA - 5th Grade - SCIENCE/SOCIAL STUDIES - M-STEP
Friday, April 22
- Earth Day - Playground clean-up during afternoon recess
RAMADAN - APRIL 2ND - MAY 2ND
Outdoor Recess / Gym Class
Students will be going outside for gym class daily, weather permitting. Please make sure to send appropriate clothing for the entire day.
UCS Dress Code
Students apparel should not be disruptive to the educational process. The following are the guidelines for school attire:
Indecent, tattered or unsafe dress in footwear or attire that calls undo attention to the student or has letterings or symbols that are disrespectful or derogatory are not allowed.
Beachwear, low tank tops or shirts, spaghetti strap tank tops, sleeveless tops, muscle shirts, see-through clothing, short skirts or shorts, tight clothing without proper coverage and clothing that allows exposure to shoulders or midsection are not allowed.
Clothing that promotes illegal substances or drugs illegal activities violence tobacco or alcohol is prohibited.
Report Card Information
During April, DeKeyser will distribute reports cards electronically. The third marking period grades will be sent electronically to families at the end of the day on Monday, April 18, 2022.
To receive the report cards, parents will need to have a secure PowerSchool account. Parents who do not have access to a PowerSchool account will need to register for one prior to Tuesday, April 12th, 2022. The report cards will then be automatically e-mailed to the address that is used to register the PowerSchool account. If you already have a PowerSchool account, you do not need to take any further action. The report card automatically will be sent to you electronically.
Please note that if you have students in junior high school and high school, the reports cards will also be electronically sent by the end of the day, Monday, April 18, 2022.
UCS WEllness Podcast
The UCS Wellness team is pleased to share the release of the fifth episode of the UCS Wellness Podcast. The team worked with community members to create a podcast regarding different physical, mental and social health areas for UCS staff, students and families. These podcasts are available on the UCS Wellness page: UCS Wellness - Utica Community Schools (uticak12.org)
In the latest episode of the UCS Wellness Podcast, UCS counselor, Kim Twarowski, speaks with Danielle Watson, community educator and sexual assault outreach specialist with Turning Point, a local agency aimed at ending sexual and domestic violence with the help of their services, programs and resources.
UCS Wellness Podcast episodes are released the third Wednesday of each month throughout the school year. Current episodes include “Discussing Dating Violence with Turning Point,” “CARE of Southeastern Michigan,” “Family Communication,” “Grief and the Grieving Process for Children” and “Mental Health.”
ITC GEEKS Newsletter
In this bi-monthly offering of our ITC Geeks Newsletter you will find:
· ITC Updates - Schoology Courses Updated
· New This Month - Bringing Wordle to your Classroom!
· Integrating Technology - OneNote Series: Part 3 - Advanced Features
· Bet You Didn't Know - How to access ClassLink / Other UCS sites from a non-UCS device
· PLC Spotlight - Around the District, Teams Meetings, & Outlook
· Assistive Technology - Guided Access for iPads
UCS Family Literacy Connection
Reminders
m-step information for dekeyser virtual academy students
M-STEP TESTING
All students enrolled in Michigan schools in grades 3-8 and 11 will take the M-STEP (Michigan Student Test of Educational Progress) assessment. The M-STEP will measure your student's growth and progress on the Michigan Academic Standards. Those standards are available at this web site: www.Michigan.gov/academicstandards
Third through sixth graders will be tested in English language arts and mathematics using a computer. Additionally, students in fifth grade will be tested in science and social studies. They will be assigned specific dates and times to take the M-STEP during the online testing window. The M-STEP will provide an accurate view of your child’s achievement levels and learning needs to help us identify areas where we can improve instruction and teaching.
Testing is scheduled on the following dates (for Virtual Academy learners) at DeKeyser:
Grade 6: April 19 (ELA/English language arts and Math)
Grade 5: April 20 & 21 (English language arts and Math, Science and Social Studies)
Grade 4: April 26 (ELA/English language Arts and Math)
Grade 3: April 27 (ELA/English language Arts and Math)
Testing is scheduled on the following dates (for in-person learners) at DeKeyser:
May 3rd: Grades 3,4,5: ELA M-STEP
May 4th: Grades 3,4,5, 6: ELA M-STEP
May 5th: Grade 6: ELA M-STEP
May 10th: Grades 3,4,5,6: Math - M-STEP
May 11th: Grades 3,4,5,6: Math - M-STEP
May 17th: Grade 5: Science - M-STEP
May 18th: Grade 5: Social Studies - M-STEP
As parents/guardians, you play an important role in your child’s academic success.
We are asking your help to ensure he/she is prepared for this new online assessment series. Here is what you can do:
· Encourage your child to approach the M-STEP with a positive attitude.
· Ensure your child gets plenty of rest the night before, has a good breakfast and comes to
school on time each day.
Your child’s attendance is vital to his/her achievement. In addition, full attendance is necessary for our school to meet state participation requirements.
To learn more about the M-STEP assessments, please visit the Michigan Department of Education Web site: http://www.michigan.gov/mde
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Mrs. Hathcock
PARENTS CHECK OUT THE M-STEP NEWSLETTER BELOW FOR FAMILY RESOURCES
Community Spotlight
Utica Community Schools and Shelby Township will be presenting a Community Spotlight on Thursday, May 5 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. at Eisenhower High School.
The Community Spotlight is an evening celebration of our schools and community. The night will feature performances representing schools across our district, comments from UCS, Shelby Township and Macomb County community leaders, and a reception following the event.
Career Focus Sponsors NEEDED - Please Read Below
2021-2022 Calendar Dates
April 2022
Apr. 18: Report Cards Electronically Sent Home
Apr. 19: VA 6th Grade - English language arts and Math M-STEP
Apr. 20: VA 5th Grade -English language arts and Math
Apr. 21: VA 5th Grade - Science and Social Studies
Apr. 21: College Fair – Virtual Meeting – 7-8:30pm
Apr. 22: Earth Day
Apr. 26: VA Grade 4 - English language Arts and Math
Apr. 27: VA Grade 3 - English language Arts and Math
Apr. 27: Preschool – St. Jude’s Trike-A-Thon (10-10:30, 2-2:30)
Apr. 28: College Fair @ Henry Ford II HS 6:30-8pm
May 2022
May 2: Bus Evacuation Drill - 9:25am
May 3: 6th Grade Career Focus - Palazzo Grande
May 3: Grades 3,4,5: ELA M-STEP
May 4: Grades 3,4,5, 6: ELA M-STEP
May 4: Community Spotlight - Eisenhower 6:30-8:30pm
May 5: Grade 6: ELA M-STEP
May 8: Happy Mother's Day
May 10: Grades 3,4,5,6: Math - M-STEP
May 10: PTCG Meeting 6pm
May 11: Grades 3,4,5,6: Math - M-STEP
May 17: Grade 5: Science - M-STEP
May 18: Grade 5: Social Studies - M-STEP
May 20: DeKeyser's 50th Birthday Bash - 5:30-7:30
May 27: No School
May 30: No School - Memorial Day
May 31: Fire Drill
June 2022
Jun 1: 6th Grade Picnic – Dodge Park
June 2: Field Day
June 6: Field Day - Rain Date
June 8: Kindergarten Celebration
June 9: 1/2 Day - 12:24 Dismissal
June 9: 6th Grade Graduation
June 10: 1/2 Day -12:24 Dismissal - Last Day of School
June 10: 6th Grade Clap Out
June 19: Happy Father's Day
June 21: Summer Begins
June 22: Administration Last Day - Office Closed for Summer