Elms Road Elementary School

📬📣 Elementary Families—Check Your Mailboxes! 📣📬 Letters of teacher placement were mailed home today (8/12) by our incredible elementary principals and secretaries! But we know some of you just can’t wait to find out who your child has this year! 👀 💻 Great news—if your child is fully enrolled in Swartz Creek Community Schools, you can log in to PowerParent now and see their teacher for the 2025-2026 school year! 📝 Need to complete enrollment? Don’t wait—call our Enrollment Office today at 810-591-2385 so your child doesn’t miss out! 📲 PowerSchool login: https://powerschool.swartzcreek.org/public/ 📘 PowerSchool tips & instructions: https://www.swartzcreek.org/page/powerschool

Exciting News for Swartz Creek Community Schools! Even though the state of Michigan has yet to determine the continuation of the Michigan School Meals Program, Swartz Creek Community Schools WILL continue to offer FREE breakfast and lunch to ALL students in grades pre-K through 12! If the Michigan School Meals bill is passed, we will be able re-invest these additional funds into your child's meals, update our kitchens and equipment, and update cafe environments and furniture. We need your help! Please fill out the Education Benefit Form through the Meal Magic Family Portal. Gathering this information is crucial for determining eligibility for Summer Food Service Programs, and ensuring our schools receive full access to federal and state funding for educational programs. Parents can create an account or just fill out the form without creating one. Please ONLY add children who are currently registered with Swartz Creek Schools. Any other children in another District or not yet registered should be added to the “number of members in the household”. Visit our website: [swartzcreek.org](http://swartzcreek.org) and click “Food Service” for more information. or contact Food Services directly at 810-591-1864 The Meal Magic Family Portal is also a fantastic resource for families. Here, you can set up accounts for your children to deposit money, view purchases, transfer funds between children, and set restrictions. Both the Middle and High School offer a la carte items for all students, whether they bring a lunch or eat a free meal, they can purchase additional items for lunch. Menus are available on the food service page under the NutriSlice tab, detailing nutritional value, calories, macros, and allergens. If your student has special dietary needs, please contact our food service department directly. This will ensure that their meals are modified and documented accordingly for state compliance, and the school will be notified of any dietary restrictions.

Back-to-School Information and Helpful Tips for Families Swartz Creek Community Schools will welcome students back for the 2025–2026 school year on Wednesday, August 20. Please note that the first day will be a half-day PM for all students. See dismissal times by building listed below. To help families prepare for a smooth start to the school year, here are a few helpful tips: 1. Ease Into a Routine: Start adjusting your child’s bedtime and wake-up time now. Getting into a consistent routine before school begins helps students feel more rested and ready to learn. 2. Practice Lunch Skills: If your student is in the younger grades, take time to practice opening lunch items such as snack bags, containers, and juice boxes. This helps build independence and confidence during lunch time. 3. Organize Supplies: General supply lists can be found on our district website. Teachers will also communicate classroom-specific needs. Having a few basic items packed and ready in your child’s backpack is a great starting point. 4. Talk About the School Day: Discussing what to expect on a typical school day can ease first-day jitters and help your child feel more confident heading into the new year. 5. Label All Belongings: Make sure your child’s backpack, lunchbox, water bottle, and outerwear are clearly labeled. This increases the chances of lost items making their way back home. Early 5s and Kindergarten Families: You will receive information in the mail regarding a one-hour welcome meeting on the first day of school. Parents attend this session with their child to help support a confident and positive transition into school. ⸻ Open House Dates: Monday, August 19 Grades K–5: • Syring Elementary: 6:00–7:00 PM • Morrish Elementary: 6:00–7:00 PM • Dieck Elementary: 6:30–7:30 PM • Elms Elementary: 6:30–7:30 PM • Gaines Elementary: 6:00–7:00 PM Middle School (SCMS): • 4:00–6:00 PM “Welcome Back” event High School (SCHS): • Monday, August 26: 6:00–7:00 PM ⸻ First Day of School: Wednesday, August 20 (Half-Day PM) Dismissal Times: • Swartz Creek High School: 11:16 AM – 2:20 PM • SCVLC: 11:26 AM – 2:25 PM • Swartz Creek Middle School: 11:26 AM – 2:30 PM • Dieck, Elms & Gaines: 12:30 PM – 3:25 PM • Morrish & Syring: 12:50 PM – 3:45 PM ⸻ Please note: Building office staff will return to work the week of August 12, and principals will be sending emails with important school-specific details to help families feel fully prepared for the first day. We look forward to an amazing school year ahead. Welcome back, Dragons!

📣 Math Family Fun Night is TOMORROW! 🎉 Join us June 3rd from 5:00-6:30 PM for an evening filled with laughter, games, and snacks! 🍕 With 10 rooms of fun and don't miss out on our raffles throughout the evening—over 60 amazing items to win, it’s going to be a blast! 🎲✨ Bring your family and let’s make unforgettable memories together! Who's in? 💖

Here is the latest edition of the Elms Family Newsletter! https://5il.co/3hj1p

Here is the latest edition of the Elms Family Newsletter! https://5il.co/3g7y8

Dear Elms Families: Thank you all so very much for taking the time to come in and write and/or create such positive notes and posters for your children. The response was truly overwhelming, and we were so touched by your participation! The students were absolutely thrilled to see their personalized messages and artwork displayed as they walked into their classrooms. Their excitement was palpable, and it made such a positive start to their day. We also want to extend a special thank you to the thoughtful parents who created postcards for other students. Your kindness and generosity in supporting all our learners is deeply appreciated. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for all that you did to help prepare our students for the MSTEP testing. Your encouragement and positive reinforcement made a significant difference.

Here is the latest edition of the Elms Family Newsletter! https://5il.co/3dqde

Kindergarten & Early 5’s Registration is NOW OPEN for 2025-2026! If your child will turn 5 before December 2, 2025, it’s time to get them enrolled for the next school year! Start the process online today: https://bit.ly/SCDragon25 School of Choice families are welcome, too! Come see why so many choose to be part of the Dragon family. Need a little help or want to celebrate the moment? Join us for our Dragon Signing Day on April 29th at The Cage Fieldhouse (4110 Morrish Rd). Drop in anytime between 4:30–7:00 PM to meet our amazing staff, ask questions, snap a special signing day photo, and enjoy fun activities like bounce houses!

Good morning 4th/5th grade parents, Just a friendly reminder to stop by the school today anytime between 8:00 AM and 5:30 PM to leave your positive message for your child. Your encouraging words mean a lot to them! We hope to see you soon!

As a special thank you for our participation in Kids Heart Challenge, the American Heart Association is inviting Elms Rd Elementary School families to celebrate with the Detroit Pistons on Friday, April 11th at 7 PM as they take on the Milwaukee Bucks! All students will receive a complimentary ticket with the purchase of an adult ticket. All students will have the opportunity to take a free throw shot on-court post-game. 15 students will be chosen at random to participate as Anthem Buddies on court! Tickets can be purchased at www.pistons.com/aha

Dear Parents, Our Lost & Found has become incredibly full with winter belongings, and we need your help! Before we head into Spring Break today, we are inviting all families to come to the school to claim any of their child's missing items. We have accumulated so many clothes that our racks are overflowing. We would be very grateful if you could stop by. The school will be open until 4:00 PM today for you to come and look through the Lost & Found. Please make every effort to come and retrieve your child's belongings. Anything unclaimed after today will be stored, but we would prefer to get these items back to their owners before the break. Thank you for your cooperation!

Here is the latest edition of the Elms Family Newsletter! https://5il.co/3bocb

Our staff meeting today was a fantastic experience! We engaged in a jigsaw activity 🧩 that sparked lots of learning and collaboration. 🤝✨ It's amazing to see how teamwork can lead to better ideas.

🌟 Connections to Wellness in the Creek – FREE Event! 🌟 Join us for a FREE community event focused on health and wellness! 📅 Saturday, March 22, 2025 🕙 10 AM - 1 PM 📍 Swartz Creek Middle School, 8230 Crapo St., Swartz Creek What to Expect: ✅ Prizes & Drawings – including a $500 Meijer gift card! ✅ Mobile Food Pantry ✅ Free Brunch Provided by The Pig and The Hen ✅ Health & Wellness Resources Sponsored By: • Platinum: Genesee Health System, Meijer • Gold: FPCU, PFCU, Dragons Youth Football • Silver: Calvary Christian Church, Center for Emotional Wellness, iWellness Services, Sloan Museum, Sovita Credit Union • Bronze: Genesee Conservation Services, Huntington Bank, Recovery Pathways Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with local resources and enjoy a fun-filled day with your family! See you there!

Extra! Extra! Read All About It! Attention 4th & 5th Grade Students: If you are interested in archery, this is a great opportunity to join the team. If you have questions, reach out to Coach Laura Woodby or visit their Facebook Page: Swartz Creek Archery Team for more info.

Here is the latest edition of the Elms Family Newsletter! https://5il.co/3aj50

🛹✨Exciting to see such an incredible turnout at the Elms/Morrish SkateNight Fundraiser! It’s always inspiring to witness the community come together, with parents and students. Events like this foster strong relationships and promote a vibrant school culture. 🎉

🛹✨Exciting to see such an incredible turnout at the Elms/Morrish SkateNight Fundraiser! It’s always inspiring to witness the community come together, with parents and students. Events like this foster strong relationships and promote a vibrant school culture. 🎉