Pointes of Pride
- North graduate has much to celebrate after triple organ transplant. Click on this story from CBS Chicago or this national link then scroll down to the "full episodes" section and choose Friday, January 4th. Her story is near the end of the broadcast. What an amazing young woman and tremendous family!
- Help us congratulate the winners of the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House wreath contest:
- Trombly - Be Kind Club - first place winner- $500
- Poupard- third place winner - $100
Exam resources
Students and parents looking for more resources as we reach the end of the semester? Head to the GPPSS library's Research and Learning Tools page!
Preschool registration is open!
The online Enrollment form is open for parents to apply for preschool 6 weeks-4 years. All info is online under Preschool (click Applications for the form). The lottery will be February 7.
Register today for GPPSS Swim classes
GPPSS hosts swim classes for all ages. Enroll online today!
Sixth Grade BYOD begins January 22
With the start of the second semester, the long-anticipated roll-out of Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) for 6th grade begins! As you know, GPPSS continues to explore initiatives that will expand learning and communication beyond the walls of our classrooms - among them are the Schoology Learning Management System (LMS) and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). The District is working to balance a plan that respects our community's input in Strategic Planning, and prepares students for college and career. If you are interested in purchasing a recommended device, please visit Sehi's website to receive educational discount pricing.
The district understands that not all families may be able to afford a device for their student but would like to partake in BYOD. If you are in need of assistance to purchase a device for your student, GPPSS may be able to assist based on the particular need. Students who are unable to BYOD will have similar devices provided for them; parents are asked to contact their building principal.
Don't miss your chance for a Date with a Devil
A Date with the Devil, Grosse Pointe South's popular fundraising event is back! All are welcome to join us for a fun night out on February 9, 2019 at the Belle Isle Casino with food, drinks, DJ, auctions and more. Organized by The Mothers' Club Parent Organization, all proceeds will support scholarships and enrichment for students as well as preservation of South's historic building. Details and registration online: A Date with the Devil
North Class of 2021 Style Spectacular fundraiser invites girls in K-5
All K-5th grade girls in North feeder schools are cordially invited to attend an evening of beauty fit for a princess on February 7, 2019. North Class of 2021 is hosting the North Style Spectacular. All princesses will have their hair, nails and makeup done and walk down the runway while paparazzi take their photos. Form with $20 payment is due no later than January 25 (it can be turned in to your elementary school office). Space is limited and there is no admission at the door. Two sessions: A is 4-6 p.m., B is 6:30-8:30 p.m. Questions, please email hainerj@gpschools.org or leek@gpschools.org
Grosse Pointe Public School System takes The Great Kindness Challenge
All levels of the Grosse Pointe Public School System -- including Barnes, nine elementary buildings, middle school groups and high school representatives, Community Campus, and staff -- have come together to participate in The Great Kindness Challenge, January 28-Feb. 1, 2019. The Great Kindness Challenge is a positive, proactive bullying prevention initiative that reaches millions of students during the last week January every year. GPPSS has added a community service project to engage in socially conscious leadership and promote caring, compassion and collaboration to support others in need. Students and staff will be collecting items for Kindness Care Kits during the week of January 28-Feb. 1 that will be donated to Crossroads, Motor City Mitten Mission and Eimer's Foundation social service agencies. Other activities related to kindness that help promote a safe and caring school environment may also take place during the week and beyond. GPPSS is happy to be a part of The Great Kindness Challenge which was created by the non-profit Kids for Peace.
The following items are assigned to each group:
- Barnes: gloves, mittens, hats
- Pre-kindergarten, Young 5's: 2 gallon size ziploc bags OR reusable bags
- Kindergarten: soap or body wash
- First grade: body lotion
- Second grade: toothbrush
- Third grade: toothpaste
- Fourth grade: shampoo or conditioner
- Fifth grade: deodorant
- Staff/Community Campus: miscellaneous items such as diapers, socks, hats, gloves, mittens, reusable bags
- Middle schools and High schools-- each school that chooses to participate through donating will choose their items and share that through school communication (or feel free to donate any items listed)
Please donate full size items. THANK YOU FOR YOUR KINDNESS!
Save the date 3/2 for #OneGP Parent Camp: Embracing Community
#One GP Parent Camp is a Grosse Pointe Public School System program for parents, supported by The Family Center, CARE of Southeastern Michigan, and Beaumont Hospital. Topics include: social media, cultural competency, leader-in-me, bullying, suicide prevention, anxiety, trauma, unconscious bias, vaping, special education, early intervention, and more.
- WHEN: March 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- LOCATION: Parcells Middle School
- Watch for more info coming soon! www.familycenterweb.org
- Questions: contact Principals Rheame or Delgado rheauml@gpschools.org delgads@gpschools.org
Calendar
- Regular Meeting of the Board, February 11, 7 p.m. Brownell Multipurpose Room
- Check out the Performing Arts Calendar for more concerts and plays in the New Year!
