Every day is a great day at Adams!
Bi-weekly Newsletter
Solar Eclipse
Third graders enjoyed watching the various phases of the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. They were able to observe 96% coverage using their eclipse glasses. Some students thought the solar ring was awesome. Others said it was special because eclipses don't happen very often. True science, right outside our front door!!
Flight - Project Lead the Way
Third graders had fun learning about flight through our Project Lead The Way curriculum. In order for a plane to take off, thrust has to overcome drag, and lift has to overcome weight. They also learned about balanced and unbalanced forces. The students made paper airplanes and gliders and tested them to see how far they would fly.
Mr. Howson, the father of Brady and Sawyer, came to speak to Mrs. Curtis' class about flight. He is a pilot for Dow Chemical and flies domestically and internationally. He taught the students more about flight and the different types of planes he flies. One of their planes flies at 51,000 feet and can go 600 mph. Each student received a small glider plane to fly and an airplane keychain from Mr. Howson. It was a wonderful visit to wrap up our Flight science unit.
2nd/3rd Grade Robotics
On Saturday, April 13th, three 2nd and 3rd grade robotics teams from Adams participated in the Charged-Up Festival, a chance for them to showcase the projects they had worked on this season and see demonstrations from the middle and high school robotics teams. This year's theme was "Masterpiece," each team worked together to pick a hobby to represent through their LEGO build. The Adams Atomic Programmers built a representation of drone racing with various obstacles and styles of drones. The Adams Atomic Builders had a science theme with a zipline and a scientist singing about science facts. The Adams Atomic Engineers chose reading as their hobby and had different stations for book genres, including fantasy, mysteries, and historical books. All three teams enjoyed the opportunity to interact with other teams and cheer each other on to end the season. Thanks to everyone who helped out this year to make this possible!
We are continuing to build our relationship skills this April and are grateful for the ongoing, year-long efforts made by staff and students alike to foster a sense of belonging in our classrooms and school. Every day truly is a great day at Adams!
Congratulations to the following students for being recognized for their outstanding relationship skills in March:
- K: Bronson Wynia
- 1: Addison Grillo, Erik Robb
- 3: Jayden Sentz
- 4: Evelyn Bogman
Save the Day - Adams Senior Grad Walk
Graduating Seniors who attended Adams Elementary—you are invited to a graduation walk at Adams. Wear your cap and gown and meet in front of Adams promptly at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 24th, to walk the halls in celebration of your accomplishment. A group picture will immediately follow.
Midland Public Schools Flyer Boards
Schools receive many requests to share flyers about summer camps, basketball camps, volleyball camps, and other community activities. Midland Public Schools maintains two flyer boards to share this information with families. Please follow the links below to access the flyer boards.
World Immunization Week - Midland County Health Department
In observation of World Immunization Week, the health department is holding an event on April 24th for the community from 10 am to 4 pm,
Parking Lot Reminders
- The entrance to the parking lot is two lanes. There is not a middle passing lane.
- Pull forward as far as possible (just not into the bus lane by the flagpole) when you are along the drop-off/pick-up lane.
- Have your children enter/exit the car on the passenger side directly onto the sidewalk.
- Do not park and get out of your vehicle on the road or in the pick-up/drop-off line. If you are walking your child to the school, please park in the parking lot first.
- Continue to give each other grace and patience in the parking lot. It models patience, care, and leadership for our students and helps to keep everyone safe. Thank you!
Lost and Found
Unclaimed items are donated at the end of each semester.
Students should check the lost and found periodically. We have accumulated many misplaced items such as jackets, water bottles, lunch boxes, and other personal belongings. Please label your child's belongings to help us quickly return them to their owners.
Community Programs
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 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.
Link to the PTO e-newsletter: https://adamsatomsptoupdate.my.canva.site
BOOK FAIR:
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming!
SAVE THE DATE for April 18th through April 24th, and make sure to join us for Family Night on Thursday, April 25th, from 4-7:30 PM! We are excited to have both Kona Ice and Proper Taco available for purchase in the parking lot. You can find more information on the book fair and setting up an ewallet for shopping on this website for our fair: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/adamselementary
Spirit Wear:
Last time for the 2023-24 school year to order Adams Gear - check out our new items in the store: https://adamsspring2024.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
Loons Game:
Our Adams Game is NEXT WEEKEND (4/21/24)! Get your tickets now! For every ticket purchased through the Adams link, we earn money for our school. Please share with family and friends!
Upcoming Key Dates and Times
- Apr 18-24 - Book Fair Classroom Shops (during library time)
- Apr 19 - Adams Spirit Day - Ball Caps and Bubble Gum (students bring their own gum)
- Apr 21 - Loons Game, Adams Give Back
- Apr 22 - Earth Day (Cleanup and Garden Work)
- Apr 23 - Skate Night 6:00-8:00 pm
- Apr 25 - Book Fair Family Night 4-7:30 PM ( + Kona Ice and Proper Taco)
- Apr 26 - Popcorn Friday & Atoms Spirit Gear or Wear 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 - PTOPresidentAdams@gmail.com
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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