February 6, 2023

Dear Breton Downs Families,

Last week we kicked off Kindness Month by hosting a school-wide Spirit Week and the 100th Day of school! Students and staff joined in on the fun as a school community and demonstrated their creativity by dressing up each day according to the themes. We hope they will take on the spirit of kindness everywhere they go by performing random acts of kindness at home and in their community, too. Please see the pictures below of our students and staff.

Yule Ball- February 25 for students in grades 3-8
Calling all witches and wizards in grades 3-8: The 10th annual EGRPS Interscholastic Yule Ball is coming up on Saturday, February 25. Festivities will run from 6:00-9:00 pm at EGR High School. Look forward to a magical night of Harry Potter fun including returning favorites and new surprises. Please register your EGRPS students in grades 3-8 here: Yule Ball 2023 Registration.  All students must be registered to attend the Yule Ball and unfortunately, we cannot accommodate walk-ins. Registration will be open from February 6-20.  Students are encouraged to eat BEFORE they attend this event.  Refreshments will not be provided. Many Gaslight Village businesses are offering special Yule Ball fare the weekend of the event. 

This event is made possible through generous contributions from all EGRPS Parent Teacher Organizations and local business interests. Volunteers are needed to conjure up an amazing night. Please sign up here if you are able to help us on Saturday, February 25.  

Conference Scheduling
As we head into spring it is the time of year to schedule conferences. Conferences are scheduled for Thursday, March 9 and Tuesday, March 14.  Information on conference scheduling will be sent the week of February 13. 

Valentine’s Day Reminder
Next Tuesday, February 14, classes will hold Valentine’s Day activities. To remain consistent with our policy regarding food in the classroom, we strongly recommend non-food based treats be considered if your child chooses to give valentines to his or her classmates. If Valentines are sent that include candy or pre-packaged treats, those items will be placed in backpacks to be enjoyed at home. Please refer to the Parent Handbook, linked here, for additional information regarding food in the classroom and thank you for helping keep all students safe.

Calendar
Please click here for upcoming events at Breton Downs.  Here are some upcoming calendar dates:

• Board of Education Meeting - Monday, February 13 at 6:00 p.m. in the EGRMS Learning Commons

• Mid-Winter Break: No Students K-12 on Friday, February 17 and Monday, February 20

If you ever have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at ccannon@egrps.org

Warm Regards,

Caroline@PrincipalCannon

2023-2024 and 2024-2025 District Calendars

District calendars for school years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 are now available on the district website at egrps.org. 

Learning Commons

Preschool and Child Care - Registration 23/24

Kindergarten 2023-2024 Intent-to-Enroll Info

If you intend to enroll a kindergartener who is an East Grand Rapids resident for the Fall 2023/2024 school year, you can click here for more information. Please complete the online Kindergarten Intent to Enroll form on or before March 1, 2023.

Frozen Jr Info

The February rehearsal schedule for Frozen, Jr. can be found here, Weekly Email here, and the website here.

Choir News

This is a reminder that the choir will be singing the national anthem on Tuesday, February 7 before the high school basketball game. Students will wear their choir shirts and black bottoms (pants or skirts). 

Students need to arrive at 6:30 pm (no need to arrive any earlier). We will warm up at 6:40 pm. Please see the attached document here for more information! 

Please encourage your student to practice a few times at home before the game! The link is here. Thank you so much!

Information for the upcoming Melodies in March concert on Monday, March 20 can be found here.

Note - Mark your calendars!!  There will be NO choir practice on February 21 or March 21

Huffer's Highlights

Please click here for a note from our School Social Worker, Mrs. Erin Huffer, regarding the theme of kindness.

Do you love your children’s teachers or other staff members and want to reward them in a meaningful way this Valentine’s Day? Consider giving them STAR Awards from the Foundation. 

STAR Awards honor outstanding teachers and staff members for going above and beyond for our students. For a donation of $25 or more to the Foundation, we’ll produce a STAR Award for your favorite teacher or staff member and either present it to them or give it to you to present it yourself. Best of all, your donation will go toward funding enhancement grants that offer our kids educational opportunities that are second to none. To honor a teacher or staff member quickly and easily, visit the STAR awards page on our website. You can also nominate teachers for the Foundation’s annual Excellence in Teaching Awards. Nominations are due by May 1.

Available Supports for Families

Volunteer Consent Form

 Lunch Info