4th graders recently went to the Ag Farm in Merrill, off of M-30. The students learned about the water cycle and the different layers of soil, how harvesting equipment works, bees and how honey is an important part of Michigan. Looks like they had a great time! #growingforthefuture
JR/SR HIGH ONLY: Picture Day is TOMORROW, Friday, 10/4 - don't miss it! Don't forget to order your pictures online: https://www.geskusphoto.com/
Today is Custodial/Maintenance Recognition Day! Our guys are a fantastic group who are here to support all of the many events that take place for our students and help each of us out daily. Please take a minute today to say thanks, give a small token of appreciation, or write them a quick note.
Can't thank you enough, Mr. Troy Waddington, Mr. Wade O'Dell, Mr. Jason Housner, Mr. Dan Inman, Mr. Jason Sharpe, Mr. Jim Rhynard and Mr. Matt Compton!
Scholastic Book Fair time is coming up again!
October 14 - 8:15am to 3:00pm
October 15 - 12:00pm-8:00pm (Parent/Teacher Conferences)
October 16 - 8:15am to 2:00pm
October 17 - 8:15am-11:30am
Remember, book fair proceeds go toward future book purchases for the elementary library. Watch for more details and your child’s scheduled class visit time, and perhaps you'd like to check out their teacher's “Classroom Wish List”.
Brouze available books and set up an eWallet at: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/colemanelementaryschool2
Hey parents! If you want to quickly find resources like info on Rooms, calendars, Comet Newsletters, handbooks, dining information, weather closing info, staff directories, commonly used forms, and lots more, check out the Parent Resources page on the school website! https://www.colemanschools.net/page/parent-news
Students are practicing writing letters, identifying letters, and saying their corresponding sounds in Mrs. Young's class. They did 'A is for alligator' last week and the kids had a blast!
ELEMENTARY ONLY: Picture Day is TOMORROW, Wednesday, 10/2 - don't miss it! Picture Day for JR/SR HIGH: Friday 10/4. Don't forget to order your pictures online: https://www.geskusphoto.com/
We love our WatchD.O.G.S. here at Coleman Elementary! Recently, we had Mr. Matt Sysak in Ms. Kendrick's Kindergarten class, Mr. Jason Germain in gym class with Mrs. Boulis's 5th grade class, and Mr. Sean Long with Mr. Booms's 4th grade class. Thank you for volunteering! If you're interested in volunteering via WatchD.O.G.S., please contact Richard Templeman at rtempleman@colemanschools.net, or call the Elementary School at (989) 465-6179.
Do you love sports and working with the community? Are you an organized and efficient worker? We're looking for YOU to be our Athletic Secretary! Check out the full posting and all our other open positions at our Employment page here! https://www.colemanschools.net/page/employment-opportunities
A few more Spirit Week pics from last week! 6th grade participating in crayon day, hat day, and pajama day, and also kindergarten participating in crayon day. #ColemanCometPride
Homecoming 2024
Volleyball bake sale fundraiser tomorrow at the football game!
What does leadership look like at the elementary school? Some of the oldest students in the building recently helped one of the youngest students in the building by modeling good behavior. We're so proud of how our Comets collaborate! #LEADLikeAComet
The 6th grade has been busy tending to the raised garden beds at the elementary school.
Elementary students planted the beds in the spring with plants grown by the Agriscience students. Now, we are harvesting tomatoes, eggplant, potatoes, and peppers! Chef Moore from our Culinary class came to visit the 6th grade to answer our questions and to pick up our produce donation. We can’t wait to hear what they make! #growingforthefuture
Deck yourself all out with blue and white Comet gear tomorrow! If you haven't participated in Spirit Week yet, now is the time! Let's get the whole town hyped up for Homecoming! #ColemanCometPride
Kapre Lynch competed in her first USA Powerlifting meet on Saturday. She finished 1st in her age and weight class! She has also qualified for the High School National Powerlifting meet in Wisconsin taking place later this March. She finished the day going 7 for 9 on lifts with the following totals:
Squat: 198lbs PR
Bench: 121lbs PR
Deadlift: 287lbs
Total: 606lbs
Congrats, Kapre! #ColemanCometPride
Tomorrow's Spirit Day themes! Let's keep up the #ColemanCometPride!
ATTENTION PARENTS! Picture Day for both buildings is NEXT WEEK - don't miss it! ELEMENTARY: Wednesday 10/2. JR/SR HIGH: Friday 10/4. Don't forget to order your pictures online: https://www.geskusphoto.com/
The high school Spanish class practiced their skills by writing comic strips en español last week! Can you read what they wrote? If you have a student in the Elementary School, they might be able to help translate! Our school district proudly offers K-12 Spanish classes for all students. #growingforthefuture
The Coleman High School Band is going to New York City to perform at Carnegie Hall
in March 2025! The band and Mr. B are very excited about this opportunity to play on
one of the most famous stages in the world. If you would like more information about
this event or if you might want to help a Coleman student financially with this trip, contact
Mr. Burkhart directly by emailing band@colemanschools.net or calling 989-442-1998. THe donation link is below. Every little bit counts! Minimum donation is only $5. https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLKYYJPCXNPW4/checkout/YCXHUYKG6GBPT2IM2VZYTI5O
