Challenger Families-
First of all, don't forget that we will not have school the week of March 24th - March 28th, as we are on SPRING BREAK. Regardless of where your spring break takes you, I hope you have a restful, relaxing, and safe week. We will see everyone back at Challenger on Monday, March 31st for the final 43 days of the school year.
Can you believe we are already preparing for the 2025-2026 school year? It is this time of year that we begin to determine teacher grade level placement as well as student placement in individual classes. All Howell elementary schools use a process that allows parents to provide the school information about their child that will assist in the placement of their child through the use of a Placement Consideration Form (PCF). The form asks that you describe the educational setting, (academics, behavioral and physical) that you would like to have for your children without naming a particular teacher. It is important to be as detailed as possible stating the type of classroom environment that would most benefit your child. Example: structured, relaxed, hands-on, challenging, quiet, teacher-directed, etc. Please note: When a specific teacher name is written on the form, the form will not be accepted or considered.
We will use these forms to support our process, but remember that your child’s current teacher knows the learning style that best suits your child. We work hard each spring to properly place students to ensure a successful year of growth. Thank you for your support in this process.
PCFs will be accepted now through Friday, April 4th. Please complete them electronically through the form below.
Enjoy your break!
Mr. Cherry
Placement Consideration Form 25-26
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Music Elective Choice for Incoming Sixth Graders
On March 10, 2025, Dr. Poelke and Dr. Moore had the pleasure of speaking with all incoming 6th-grade students to introduce them to middle school and explain how it works. One of the topics discussed was the choice between Band and Choir. Your 5th-grade student will have the opportunity to request Band, Choir, or neither for the upcoming school year. 5th-grade teachers will share a Google Form with students during the school day to make their selection. If you were unable to attend the presentation, the building slideshows are listed below.
Parker 5th Grade Parent Night
Highlander Way 5th Grade Parent Night
Family Literacy Night
Howell Public Schools invites you to join us for learning, laughter, and literacy during our Family Literacy Night on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at Voyager Elementary! This exciting event is open to students in grades BK-8 and their families, offering a fun-filled evening focused on building literacy skills and fostering a love for reading. To learn more or to RSVP, please visit https://bit.ly/41ASqlB.
Livingston County Parent Summit
Livingston ESA is hosting a Livingston County Parent Summit: "Tech, Talk, and Well-Being: Finding Balance in a Digital World" on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Parker Middle School. This event will give parents valuable insights, practical tools, and expert guidance on navigating technology, communication, and well-being in today's digital world. The morning will begin with breakfast from 8:30 to 9:00 a.m., followed by the main event from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., featuring TED-style talks, interactive workshops, and parent resources. Parents will have the opportunity to engage in discussions, attend informative sessions, and access resources to support their children in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/3QFNC7Y.
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Counselors Corner
As we kick off spring break and enjoy some well-deserved time away from school, check out these 31 fun, free/low-cost ideas for things to do in the area! These suggestions come courtesy of Howell’s own Lauren Weber, who strives to inform, educate, and inspire families through her blog, Mrs. Weber’s Neighborhood!