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Note from Dr. Cannon
February 13, 2023
Dear Breton Downs Families,
Last Tuesday evening the Breton Downs Elementary choir performed the National Anthem at the East Grand Rapids Boys’ Varsity basketball game. Please take a look at the photos below that capture some great moments from their performance. Thank you to Mrs. Kline for leading the choir and preparing our fourth and fifth grade members for this wonderful event.
The three elementary buildings have been excited to partner with East Grand Rapids High School students this winter for a program called Recess Readers. Recess Readers is an opportunity for our K-5 students to enjoy a good book with a high school student during their lunch recess. Check out the adorable photos below!
  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 was sent earlier this morning.
Valentine’s Day Reminder
Tomorrow 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.
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.
Please also plan to free a house elf with SPEW by bringing a new pair of socks (any size) to the Yule Ball on February 25. Sock donations will be given to Family Promise of Grand Rapids to help warm local toes. Thank you!
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 Yule Ball Signup if you are able to help us on Saturday, February 25.
Calendar
Please click here for upcoming events at Breton Downs. Here are some upcoming calendar dates:
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Board of Education Meeting - Monday, February 13 at 6:00 p.m. in the EGRMS Learning Commons
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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
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