Trix Family News
Week of May 2, 2022
Message from Principal Perkins (32 Instructional Days Left in Quarter 4)
Happy Sunday Family!
What a great week we are going to have!! It is "Teacher Appreciation Week"!!!!!! This is that time of year our scholars have the opportunity to show our teachers and staff how much they are appreciated. Trix Academy is very special to have teachers and staff who have been a part of our scholars lives for multiple years. They have watched our scholars grow up and have been a huge part is building both their academics success and character.
Take this time to let your teachers and staff know that you appreciate all the love and attention they have given you here at Trix. Please see the flier for some wonderful teacher appreciation ideas and themes for this week.
MSTEP testing continues next week. Below are are tips to support parents to prepare your scholars for testing next week!
Testing Tips for Parents
1. Make sure your child gets plenty of rest the night before the test.
2. On the morning of the test, your child needs to get up in plenty of time so he/she won't feel rushed.
3. Feed your child a good breakfast. Research shows that children do better on tests if they have had a good breakfast. (Trix Academy Breakfast runs from 8:05am-8:25am)
4. Do as much as you can to make your child feel comfortable. Try not to say things to make him/her feel more nervous.
5. Reassure your child that no matter the outcome of the test you will still love him/her. Encourage them to simply do their best.
6. Take an active role in your child's education throughout the school year. Let your child know you are interested in his/her learning by taking part in the entire process.
7. Give your child praise even if he or she didn't do well on the test.
Let's make it a wonderful week!!!
Sincerely,
Ms. L. Perkins, M.Ed
Principal
"Parents are the ultimate role model for children. Every word, movement, and action has an effect. No other person or outside force has a greater influence on a child than a parent." - Bob Keeshan
IT'S TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK!!!!!!!
You can do something special everyday next week to celebrate your teachers!
MSTEP Testing Schedule Week of May 2nd
Monday, May 2nd 5th Grade Science
Tuesday, May 3rd 3rd Grade MathWednesday, May 4th 4th Grade ELA
Thursday, May 5th 6th Grade ELA
Friday, May 6th MSTEP Make Up's
PLA Townhall Family Survey Please Complete by May 4th
SCHOOL ESSER III FUNDS SURVEY - PARENT SURVEY Need More Survey Takers!
Please complete the survey below to give your feedback on how to use our ESSER III funds to support the staff and scholars of Trix Academy.
SUMMER ADVANTAGE 2022
"WHAT ARE YOU DOING THIS SUMMER!!!
Spots are moving quickly. Hard copy applications went out last week. Please return your form to secure your spot! One 62% of spots have been filled. Don't miss out on this opportunity for your scholars.
Or call the Summer Advantage Team at 1-866-924-7226 from 8am-6pm Monday - Friday
Climate and Culture
Climate & Culture
Our scholars did great showing kindness towards each other for the month of April. Parents please continue speaking with your scholars about appropriate behaviors in school. Please continue speaking with your scholars about showing respect towards staff and students. We want to continue growing our scholars into great leaders of tomorrow.
Popcorn Fundraiser
The popcorn order is back for those who participated. Parents will receive a phone call this week on the day and time to pick up the orders. Thanks again for your support!
Top Sellers!!!
#1 Joi Fields 1st $734.00
#2 Sincere Butler 8th $712.00
#3 Darnell Williams 8th $508
#4 Dwayne Sharp $402.00
Mask
Please make sure that your scholars comes to school daily with a mask. Thanks so much to our parents who make sure your scholar is masked up before they enter the building.
Also, special thank you to those parents who have donated masks.
Kickboard Store Friday, May 6th
Friday Book Giveaway (Brilliant Detroit)
78% Average Daily Attendance the week of April 25th - April 29th DAILY GOAL 95%
What's Happening At Trix Academy???
Upcoming May Dates
May 2nd Monthly Assembly
May 6th Professional Development Early Dismissal 12:30pm
May 11th Kindergarten Round Up
May 17th NWEA Testing Begins
May 18th Kindergarten - 1st Grade Belle Isle Nature Center
May 25th Kindergarten Round Up
May 27th-May 30th Memorial Day Weekend No School
May 31st School Resumes
Attention 8th Grade Parents (Male Mentorship Opportunity)
Deadline is June 1, 2022.
Staff Email Addresses
Leadership
Luvenia Perkins, Principal - l.perkins@mecc-academies.org
Sheilene Smith, Operations Manager - s.smith@mecc-academies.org
Tyresha Robinson, Student Enrollment Coordinator - trobinson1@phalenacademies.org
Kenyatta Manley, Office Manager - k.manley@mecc-academies.org
Paula Hayes, Culture Specialist - p.hayes@mecc-academies.org
Laura Green, Instructional Specialist - lgreen@phalenacademies.org
Karen Orpe, Instructional Coach - k.orpe@mecc-academies.org
Special Education
Monica Mbua, Teacher - m.mbua@mecc-academies.org
Martha Miller, Social Worker - m.miller@mecc-academies.org
Kindergarten
Charlene Long, Teacher - c.long@mecc-academies.org
Patrice Nelson, Teacher - p.nelson@mecc-academies.org
Chelsea Henry, Teacher - c.henry@mecc-academies.org
First Grade
Tiara Owens, Teacher - t.owens@mecc-academies.org
Second Grade
Asia Bradley, Teacher - a.bradley@mecc-academies.org
Josef McKinney, Teacher - j.mckinney@mecc-academies.org
Third Grade
Stephanie Stamas, Teacher - s.stamas@mecc-academies.org
Fourth Grade
Sheryll Purdy, Teacher - s.purdy@mecc-academies.org
Atica Bell, Teacher - a.bell@mecc-academies.org
Fifth Grade
Michelle Kulcharyk, Teacher - m.kulcharyk@mecc-academies.org
Grace Munoz, Teacher - g.munoz@mecc-academies.org
Middle School
LaTesha Gordon, ELA Teacher - l.gordon@mecc-academies.org
Johari Brown, Math Teacher - j.brown@mecc-academies.org
Yolanda Betty, Science Teacher - y.betty@mecc-academies.org
Steven Orellana, Teacher - s.orellana@mecc-academies.org
Andre Keys, SEL Support/Teacher - a.keys@mecc-academies.org
Enrichment
Bryant Robertson, Art Teacher - b.robertson@mecc-academies.org
Edward McLean, Technology Teacher - e.mclean@mecc-academies.org
Jerel Allen, Physical Education Teacher - j.allen@mecc-academies.org
Reading Intervention
Matthew Bowman, Teacher - m.bowman@mecc-academies.org
Toiya Davis, Teacher - t.paige@mecc-academies.org
Nicolas Wolak, Teacher - n.wolak@mecc-academies.org
Have Questions? Contact Us!
Website: http://trix.mecc-academies.org/
Location: 20045 Joann Avenue, Detroit, MI 48205, USA
Phone: 313.426.1020
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrixAcademy