Sidewalk Safety
We appreciate the cooperation of our Adams Families in adhering to our parking lot procedures. We did, however, forget to include one reminder. Bikes, scooters, and electric scooters must be walked on the sidewalks along the parking lot and in front of the school. The safety of the riders and walkers is important. Thank you!
Portrait Day is Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Community Programs
The holidays are headed our way, and we want to be sure that our families are aware of the community programs available to those needing assistance. At this time, the following programs are available to Adams students/families:
**The Sharing Tree program, sponsored by the United Way and the Salvation Army, is available again this year. Those in need fill out a form requesting a Christmas gift, along with clothing sizes. Tags are placed on trees around Midland and shoppers purchase the items, which will then be available for pickup from the school. We have the gift request forms in the office. Stop by and pick them up, or call us if you would like the forms sent home. Completed forms are due to us by October 4, 2023.
**Community Christmas Closet, sponsored by the King's Daughters of Midland, provides clothing vouchers for students. If you are interested in completing this form for your student, please stop by the office or let us know and we will send one home. Completed forms are due to us by October 15, 2023.
The Midland County Emergency Food Pantry Backpack Buddies Program is available again this school year. Contact the office at 923-6037 if you would like to receive the food backpack.
Lost and Found
Here is the link for the PTO e-newsletter: https://adamsatomsptoupdate.my.canva.site
Highlights
Upcoming PTO Events
- Sep. 11 - PTO Meeting 6:00-7:00 pm (Meet and Greet at 5:30 pm)
- Sep. 26 - Adams Elementary Skate Night at the Roller Arena
- Sep. 29 - Popcorn Day & Atoms Spirit Day (Wear Adams Gear or Something Blue)
Want to connect with more families from Adams Elementary?
Join the Friends of Adams Elementary PTO Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/midlandadamselementary/, or follow on Instagram @friendsofadamspto.
PTO President - Emma Palmiter - adamspto12@gmail.com
Key Dates and Times
- Picture Day, Sep. 12
- No School, Oct. 9
- Marking Period 1 Ends, Oct. 20
- Half-Day Dismissal 11:51 am, Oct. 26
- Elementary Conferences, 1:00-4:00 pm and 5:00-8:00 pm Oct. 26
- Retake & Group Picture Day, Nov. 2
- Half-Day Dismissal 11:51 am, Nov. 22
- No School, Nov. 23-24
- End of Sem 1, Dec. 20
- Winter Break, Dec. 21 - Jan 2
- School Resumes, Jan. 3
Daily Schedule
- 8:35 am First Bell, students may enter the building, head to their classroom
- 8:40 am Second Bell, school starts
- 11:30 am - 12:19 pm Lunchtime (1st & 3rd - Eat/Play)
- 11:55 am - 12:44 pm Lunchtime (KDG & 5th - Eat/Play)
- 11:55 am - 12:44 pm Lunchtime (2nd & 4th - Play/Eat)
- 3:40 pm Final Bell, students dismissed
Reporting Absences Through ParentVUE
Parents/Guardians can report student(s) absent via ParentVUE. This feature appears as a blue button titled "Report Absences" on the app's main page or website.
- Parents/guardians can report absences for a single day or multiple days.
- Report each student individually. Do not enter additional students in the notes section.
- For each absence reported, parents/guardians must provide a detailed note explaining the reason. If you report your student as sick, please list the symptoms your student is experiencing. The note will help school attendance staff select the correct attendance code.
- If you have a legal or medical document, please upload it with the absence, or provide it to the school attendance staff upon your student's return. Parents/guardians can still call to report an absence at 989-923-6037.
Tracy Renfro
Principal
renfrotd@midlandps.org
Wendy Sekely
Administrative Assistant
sekelywj@midlandps.org
Adams Elementary School
Office (989) 923-6037
Fax (989) 923-6035
1005 Adams Dr.
Midland, MI 48642
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