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The NHS will be sponsoring a Blood Drive on Tuesday, March 9th from 2-8 p.m. You must be 17 years of age, at least 110 lbs and be in good health.
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The fish fries will be held on Friday, March 5th and Friday, March 19th. We will be featuring cod and walleye. Serving times are from 4:30 until 7:00 p.m. The cost of a dinner is: Adults-$8.00, Jr./Sr. High School $6.50 and Elementary $5.50.
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There will be an Easter egg hunt at 1:00 p.m. on April 3rd for children ages 12 years and younger. The event will be held at the Peck American Legion Post 489 Pines Club.
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Sign up’s for kids ages 5 to 15 years old will be in the media center at Peck High School on the following dates: March 1st 4-7 p.m., March 3rd 5-8 p.m., March 9th 5-8 p.m., March 11th 4-7 p.m., and the final signup will be March 14th from 2-4 p.m. There will be a $10.00 late fee for anyone signing up after March 14th.
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The Peck Summer League will be sponsoring a scotch doubles on March 13th starting at 7:00 p.m. The cost is $20.00 per couple and as usual there will be awesome prizes to win. There are lots of fun things planned this year so don’t miss it. Call Lori Franzel at 810-387-9792 to reserve your lane.
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Spring pictures will be Thursday, March 11. Forms will be coming home soon to give you more information about spring pictures.
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It has come to Peck Schools attention that an organization called Sports Booster Co. has been soliciting ads for a sports activity calendar without authorization. We are in the process of investigating the organization but DO NOT endorse their activity. If a business or individual is contacted or has made payment to Sports Booster Co. please contact the school at 810-378-5200.
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The girl’s districts start on Monday, March 1ST at CPS. The girls will be playing CPS starting at 6 p.m. The next girl’s game is scheduled for Wednesday, March 3rd at 7:30 p.m. The boys will be playing on Wednesday, March 10th at 6:00 p.m. against the CPS Tigers in Kingston. The next boy’s game will be Friday, March 12th at 7:00 p.m. Come out and support both our boys and girls teams in their quest for a district title.
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Athletes who become ineligible at the end of a progress report period or report card marking will be required to attend after school tutoring daily until the next grade check. The tutoring session will last daily until 4:00 p.m. then an athlete may return to practice. This policy is MANDATORY with NO Exceptions!!!! For every tutoring session missed during an ineligibility period that student/athlete will be required to make it up before being able to practice or participate in a game.
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The FAFSA form deadline is March 1st, if you are filling out an application be sure to get it in on time.
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On Saturday, February 27th students from Peck will travel to St. Clair County Community College to compete in the annual Academic Games. Teams of students from Peck High School will compete in Math, English-Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science. The competition will begin at 9:00 am. Best of luck to all the teams.
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Our theme for March is Reading Month is “Lights! Camera! Action! Be a Reading Star!” Our staff has been working hard to prepare many fun and educational activities for March is Reading Month. You will see more information coming home about this.
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The health department will be here on Monday, March 1 to do a rescreening of hearing and vision for students who were absent or didn’t pass the screening the first time.
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DARE graduation will be Tuesday, March 9 at 8:30 a.m. for our 5th grade students.
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The date for the 5th grade band concert has been changed to Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.
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The Mobile Dentists will be here on Wednesday, March 3 for anyone who has turned in their forms for the dental check ups.
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The next PPTO meeting is Monday, March 8, 2010 at 3:10 p.m. in Mrs. Wood’s room.
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It is getting to be that time of year when we start planning for the following school year. Kindergarten round up will be Thursday, April 15 and Friday, April 16. If you or anyone you know has a child that will be 5 on or before December 1, 2010 please call the elementary office to schedule an appointment for kindergarten round up. The phone number is 378-5200.
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The girls’ basketball and softball teams will be sponsoring a mom to mom sale. The sale will be Saturday, March 6th in The Peck High School gym from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will also be a used prom dress sale in the cafeteria at the same time. If you are interested in renting a table for either event please contact Carrie Robinet at 810-378-5200 ext 3231 or Crystal Cramer at 378-5204. There will be a $1 admission fee for everyone 7 years and older. Concessions will also be available all day during the sale.
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The Santa shop that is sponsored by our PPTO will be up and running the week of December 7th-11th from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. This is a time that our students can shop for inexpensive gifts for their family members right here at school. All gifts will be under $5.00. Students will bring home envelopes that you can fill out with who they need to buy gifts for. Each teacher will sign up for shopping times. Look for that information from their teacher so that you know when your child’s class will be doing their shopping.
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Please do not park in the circle drive when dropping off or picking up your students. The circle drive is for bus loading and unloading only. Parking is available in the north parking lot in front of the school.
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Please remember to send in these items to school with your child. They are an easy way to help our school raise money without spending any extra money of your own. There is a Peck Elementary box right at Jerry’s where you can leave your receipts to help our school raise money.
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We have been having a real problem with tardiness at the elementary school. A great deal happens in the classrooms first thing in the morning. When students arrive late it not only affects them but the rest of the class as well. If your children eat breakfast at the school please allow an extra few minutes to enable them enough time to eat and still get to class on time. The cafeteria begins serving breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Thank you for supporting your child’s education by having them at school on time.
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The next PPTO meeting is Monday, December 14, 2009 at 3:10 p.m. in Mrs. Wood’s room.
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The next PPTO meeting is Monday, December 14, 2009 at 3:10 p.m. in Mrs. Wood’s room.
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The PPTO giving tree will be set up right after the Thanksgiving holiday break. Each teacher will have 5 ornaments on the tree with items listed on them that they would like for their classroom. If you would like to buy something for a teacher you may come and pick an ornament off of the tree and purchase that item for the teacher. The items donated through the giving tree are truly appreciated by the staff. Merry Christmas!
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Exams for 7th-12th grade students will begin on Wednesday, December 2nd with 1st hour exam. Thursday, December 3rd will be 2nd and 4th hour exams and on Friday, December 4th will be 3rd and 5th hour exams.
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The Peck Booster Club would like to thank all those that participated and/or donated to the Annual Booster Feather Party that was held last week. The event was a huge success. Thank you for all the support.
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School will be out of session from December 23rd through January 3rd for Christmas vacation. Classes will resume Monday January 4th 2010.
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The girls Jr. High basketball game on December 9th at Marlette will start at 5:00 p.m. and the game at Kingston originally scheduled for December 16 will be played on Saturday, December 12th at 11:00 a.m.
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The first third of the school year comes to an end on Friday December 4th. Monday December 7th will begin the next twelve week session or second trimester at Peck Schools. Please see additional information in this newsletter pertaining to the final exam schedule for grades 7 – 12.
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There will be no school Wednesday, November 25 through Friday, November 27 for Thanksgiving break. School will resume on Monday, November 30.
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On Wednesday December 9th at 7:00 p.m. the Peck Elementary students grades K – 4 will hold their annual Holiday Program in the new gym. The following week on December 16th the Peck Bands with students in grades 5 – 12 will perform their Holiday Concert, also at 7:00 p.m. in the new gym.
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The Elk Township Library will be having a holiday story hour on Thursday, December 3rd from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
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The Annual Booster Feather Party will take place on Wednesday, November 11th at the St. John’s Parish Hall in Peck. For those that don’t know this is an event where you play BINGO with the prizes being hams, turkeys, and fruit baskets. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with the Early Bird game starting at 6:45 p.m. Proceeds benefit all students at Peck.
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The JV & Varsity Football and Varsity Football Cheerleading dessert banquet will be held on December 6th at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. Everyone is asked to bring a dessert.
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The NHS will be sponsoring a fruit sale. If you would like to order fruit please contact the High School office at 810-378-5200. Orders will be taken now through November 18th.
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In case of inclement weather, school closings or delays will be broadcast on radio stations WMIC (660 AM) and WTGV (97.7 FM) both from Sandusky and WPHM (1380 AM) in Port Huron. Please listen to one of these stations for information if you have questions about school closing or delays. Do not call the radio stations.
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This is a reminder for parents to call in by 10:00 am for their children when they know they will not be in school. As winter approaches and the flu season arrives, more than likely a few more students will be absent due to illness. Attendance records need to be updated and it helps out tremendously when we receive a call letting us know that students will not be in school. Thank you.
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Please help remind students to dress appropriately for the weather. Unless it is raining our students will go outside for recess and they need to be prepared for this with coats, hats, gloves, etc. Thank you for your help with this.
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The Michigan Attorney General’s office will be presenting assemblies to Kindergarten through 8th grade students on Nov.11, 2009. The following summary is directly from their website describing the program.
The Michigan CSI consists of customized presentations for kindergarten through eighth-grade students
and a community seminar. The program was piloted in the spring of 2007 to over 8,500 students and
since the program launch in the fall of 2007 has been presented to more than 400,000 students. The
kindergarten through third-grade presentation includes a video of the acclaimed book Faux Paw's
Adventures in the Internet. The book and seminar material are being presented in cooperation with the
Internet Keep Safe Coalition. The primary focus is to emphasize students should: keep safe by not
sharing any personal information, keep away from Internet strangers, and keep telling parents or a
trusted adult about anything that makes them feel uncomfortable.
In addition to the keep safe, keep away, and keep telling messages, students in fourth grade and above
also learn about common Internet predator grooming techniques and appropriate responses to cyber
harassment. Fourth- through eighth-grade students watch a realistic fiction video entitled "Predator"
provided compliments of the nonprofit group i-SAFE Inc.
Sixth- through eighth-grade students additionally are cautioned about revealing personal information
on social networking sites and watch an i-SAFE Inc. video about a female Internet predator victim.
The sixth-grade through eighth-grade students also watch an i-SAFE Inc. video about a male cyberbullying
victim.
The program's impact is remarkable. All handouts and more information are available on the Michigan
CSI website (www.michigan.gov/csi).
read more...
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Congratulations to the National Honor Society students and their advisor Miss Davidson. The NHS received a Silver Lining Award and were honored at a luncheon on October 21st, for their outstanding contributions to the community. Great job and keep up the good work.
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Information regarding this year’s first impressions contest is out. The Theme this year is “Hero”. Elementary students should see their teachers for details and high school students should see their English teachers. The deadline to submit a project is November 3rd.
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The National Honor Society will be sponsoring a Blood Drive on November 4th from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the school. You must be at least 110 pounds and be in good health to donate.
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The Halloween “Spooktacular” band performance will be Friday, October 30 starting at 7:30 p.m. The performance will be in the new gym, the cost is $2.00 per person.
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Jr./Sr. High School
ASVAB
We will be offering ASVAB testing on December 16th. This is a military test that is optional for student to take but required by the military to enlist. Please let Miss Davidson know as soon as possible if you would like to take the test. We must have at least 10 juniors and seniors in order for this test to be administered.
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The Jr/Sr high school band will be sponsoring a dance for Jr/Sr high school students following the band concert on Friday, October 30th. The dance will run from 8:30 to 11:30. If students attend the band concert there will be no charge for them to get into the dance, otherwise the cost for the dance is $3.00 per person.
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Student dress affects student behavior and educational attitudes. In order to promote a positive learning environment certain standards should be maintained. Improper apparel includes: hats, sunglasses, bandannas, clothing without sleeves, bare midriffs, flip-flops, sheer or otherwise revealing clothing, pajamas, spiked jewelry, chains hanging from clothing, skirts, dresses and shorts of less than mid-thigh length (must extend past finger tips), shorts that are not properly hemmed (no cutoffs), apparel that is torn, cut or ragged. Pants must be worn so undergarments are not visible. Clothing viewed as educationally distracting or inappropriate due to wording or sayings will not be allowed. Any item that has any reference to drugs, beer, alcohol, or tobacco of any kind is not allowed. ALL COATS, JACKETS AND BOOK BAGS ARE TO BE PLACED IN LOCKERS AND ARE NOT TO BE WORN IN OR TAKEN TO CLASS.
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We thank you for your support with our fundraiser as our PPTO sponsors many great activities for our students that couldn’t continue without the fundraising efforts of our families.
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We have half days of school on Thursday, October 29 and Friday, October 30. School will be dismissed at 11:30 on those days.
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There is no school for students on Monday, November 2, 2009. It is a teacher professional development day.
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We have finished up all of our MEAP testing other than make up testing for some that were not able to be here for the original testing dates. The students did a nice job and seemed to be giving it their best. Thank you for encouraging your children during this time.
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Our first PPTO meeting of the year was October 12, 2009. We had a few new faces at this meeting so we are excited about that. We would still like to see more parents get involved with our PPTO. The time commitment is minimal and can be as involved as you would like it to be. We do have PPTO officers again so the group is up and running in full force again. Congratulations to Mike Jones (President), Sandi Sherlock (Vice President) and Paula Vincent (Treasurer). We also give a continued thank you to Mrs. Zwolinski who was our secretary last year and continues on in that capacity.
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Please remember to send in these items to school with your child. They are an easy way to help our school raise money without spending any extra money of your own. There is a Peck Elementary box right at Jerry’s where you can leave your receipts to help our school raise money.
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We postponed our progress reports by 1 week to coincide with parent teacher conferences. They will be coming home on Wednesday, October 28, 2009. We are doing progress reports more often to keep you better informed and to increase student success through catching and addressing problems early.
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Parent teacher conferences are Wednesday, October 28 from 4:00 until 7:00 and on Thursday, October 29 from 12:30 until 5:00. Please check your child’s papers for information about when your conference will be. This is an important time to meet with your child’s teacher and find out how they are doing in the classroom so that you can work together for the success of your child.
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Friday, October 30 is a half day of school. Halloween parties will be in the morning and the parade of students in their costumes will be at 10:45 a.m. on the track, weather permitting. Times and needs for individual classroom parties will be sent home from each teacher.
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There will be a Halloween carnival sponsored by the Jr/Sr High school band. The carnival is Friday, October 30th, from 5:00-7:30 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Tickets are .25 each. Advance ticket sales will be made the week of October 26th for a discounted rate of 5 for $1.00 or 30 for $5.00. All games will take 2 tickets and treats will be 4 tickets each. Presale tickets will also be available to purchase at parent teacher conferences on the 28th and 29th. If children come dressed in a costume they will receive a free treat. Be sure to come out and have some fun at the carnival!
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In recognition of October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month several of the Jr./Sr. High School staff are showing their support by wearing pink.
read more...
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The NHS is still collecting coats for kids and adults. The deadline to donate is October 16th. Thanks to those that have already donated.
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Information regarding this year’s first impressions contest is out. The Theme this year is “Hero”. Elementary students should see their teachers for details and high school students should see their English teachers. The deadline to submit a project is November 3rd.
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Congratulations to Larissa Schneidewind who was chosen as this years Daughter’s of the American Revolution Good Citizen award. She was chosen by the high school staff. She will now be entered into a scholarship program. Congratulations Larissa and good luck!
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Ferris State University will be here on Monday, October 12th to meet with any senior who is interested. Please sign up with Miss Davidson to attend this meeting.
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Tuesday will begin this years MEAP testing for students in grades 3-9. A series of tests in Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies will be given on four different days. October 13, 15, 20, and 22 are scheduled for testing days. Parents are asked to make sure their children get a good night sleep the night before test days and that all children have a good breakfast on the day of the test and always.
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Wednesday October 28th form 4:00 to 7:00 and Thursday October 29th from 12:30 to 5:00 will be the first Parent-Teacher conferences of the school year. Note that on Thursday and Friday October 29th & 30th students will be dismissed at 11:30.
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In case of inclement weather, school closings or delays will be broadcast on radio stations WMIC (660 AM) and WTGV (97.7 FM) both from Sandusky and WPHM (1380 AM) in Port Huron. Please listen to one of these stations for information if you have questions about school closing or delays. Do not call the radio stations, the school or school employees at home.
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Congratulations to this year’s homecoming King and Queen- Kolin York and Kelsey Schell. Spirit Week was won by the Senior class and the first place float was built by the 8th grade class. Congratulation to all involved.
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Mrs. Prouse and Mrs. Gordon along with the student council would like to thank all those that participated in the homecoming parade, and also for those that attended this years homecoming activities. Thank you for your support.
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MEAP testing begins Tuesday, October 13 for our 3rd through 6th grade students. This can be a stressful time for the students and the teachers. Please remember to make sure that students get plenty of rest and get a good breakfast each day. Also remind them of the importance of doing their best. At the same time we do not want the students to worry or stress about the MEAP. The only thing that they can do is give the best effort, the rest is up to the school staff. Thank you for your support during this important assessment time.
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Our PPTO needs your support. This year our PPTO is in redevelopment as we are without parent officers. This is a great organization and we want to keep it up and running. Our first meeting will be on October 12th at 3:30 in Mrs. Wood’s room.
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Progress reports will be coming home again on Wednesday, October 21. Please go over these carefully with your child to see where they may need extra assistance. If you have any questions or concerns about their progress reports please speak to your child’s teacher about it immediately so that issues may be addressed and solved quickly. We are doing progress reports more often to keep you better informed and to increase student success through catching and addressing problems early.
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We want to give a big thank you to our parents that have volunteered to help pop popcorn on Fridays and to organize and submit the PPTO fall fundraiser. We couldn’t manage without parent volunteers and are grateful for the time you have put in.
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SGT Bixler joined the Army in 2001 and loves what she is doing. She is an Army recruiter or as she would say a “mentor” for the students at Peck High School and four other schools in the area. She took the time to become more acquainted with the students by doing a boot camp demonstration. SGT Bixler is no average recruiter; she wants to be more involved with the students and not try to force them to join the Army. She happily accepted the invitation to step in and provide a special program for the physical education class for a day. She feels educating the students in a classroom setting is much like recruiting because she is teaching the students about the Army. The whole student body thanks SGT Bixler for her time and knowledge.
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As you have heard in the news recently, the H1N1 Virus is expected to be much more prevalent this year than last year. As with any flu, virus or cold, the greatest preventative measure is personal hygiene. Measures to help prevent contraction include:
• Frequent hand washing with soap and water.
• Cover noses and mouths with a tissue when coughing or sneezing (or a shirt sleeve or elbow if no tissue is available).
As always, we will take extra time to clean areas that students and staff come in contact with regularly
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The NHS is sponsoring a coats for kids drive to be held Homecoming weekend. There will be a box at the Chili dinner and the football game for anyone wishing to donate a new or cleanly used coat. These coats will be donated to the Sanilac County Coats for Kids campaign. Help us in helping kids stay warm this winter.
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Information regarding this year’s first impressions contest is out. The Theme this year is “Hero”. Elementary students should see their teachers for details and high school students should see their English teachers. The deadline to submit a project is November 3rd.
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There will be a Varsity Volleyball game at CPS on October 24th starting at 6:00 p.m.
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Official student count day is September 30. Please make sure that your child is in attendance on that day. If they cannot be here for some reason please call or send a note upon their return letting us know why they were absent. Thank you for your help with this important day for schools.
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School picture retakes are scheduled for November 10th. Students will be bringing home two proofs for parents to look at and decide what picture they would like to order. No money is needed at the time of retakes.
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There will be a chili and soup dinner following the homecoming parade. The dinner will run from 10:30 to 1:00 p.m. in the school cafeteria the costs is: adults-$4.00, kids 5 to12 years -$3.00 and under 5 years is free. All proceeds will benefit the football program.
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Don’t forget about the bike decorating contest!! Any elementary students that would like to participate in the contest have your bikes at the Lions Ball Field at 9:45 a.m. on Saturday, October 3rd for judging. There will also be a pet “pirate” walk. Dress your pet as a pirate and walk in the parade.
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There will be a walk after the Homecoming parade on the school track. This event is in memory of three former Peck students and proceeds will go toward a scholarship fund in their names. For more details please contact the high school office.
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College night for juniors and seniors will be held on Oct. 12th from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Sandusky HS
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Jr./Sr. High School
ASVAB
We will be offering ASVAB testing on December 16th. This is a military test that is optional for student to take but required by the military to enlist. Please let Miss Davidson know as soon as possible if you would like to take the test. We must have at least 10 juniors and seniors in order for this test to be administered.
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Any junior wishing to take the PSAT on October 14th the cost is $13.00. This test is similar to the SAT and ACT. There is also possible scholarship opportunities for students. If your son/daughter is interested please have them talk to their English teacher. The deadline to sign up is October 1st.
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The 2009 yearbooks have arrived. They can be picked up in Miss Davidson’s office. If you did not order a book, there are a few extra. The cost is $40.00.
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R.A.M.P. (Realizing All My Potential) will be hosting an assembly at the school at 10:00 on Friday October 2. The assembly pertains to people making positive choices. This assembly will be for students in grades 7-12. Parents of these students are invited and encouraged to come to the assembly also. The assembly will last about one hour.
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Friday September 25th is the end of the Progress Report period. Progress reports will be sent home with students on Wednesday September 30th, all students will receive a progress report.
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This year the Pirates will host the Kingston Cardinals for the homecoming game. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:00. The homecoming parade is scheduled to begin at 10:00 and will start at the town park. This year the King and Queen will be announced at halftime of the football game and not at the four corners of town.
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Homecoming week is September 28th – October 3rd.
Spirit Days are:
Monday: Pajama Day
Tuesday: Formal Day
Wednesday: Theme day
Thursday: Household Supply Day
Friday: Pirate Day
Senior Court Class Representatives: Kolin York & Shayna Bedy 7th Grade: Caleb Dudley & Paige Parker Kevin Sauer & Kelsey Schell 8th Grade: Brandyn York & Megan Woollen Tyler Bradley & Larissa Schneidewind 9th Grade: Eric Bower & Alesha Winiarski Wesley Knust & Brooke Rumenapp 10th Grade: Jimmy Cribbins & Samantha Craig 11th Grade: Austin Kramer & Courtney Zeigler Friday night: 7:00 p.m. Powder Puff Football game on the football field Following powder puff game Bonfire at the Lions Park Saturday: 10:00 a.m. Parade, 2:00 p.m. Football game vs. Kingston Half time of the football game King & Queen Crowning, 8:00-11:30 p.m. Semi-formal dance Cost: $10.00 couple and $6.00 single
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We thank you for your support with this fundraiser as our PPTO sponsors many great activities for our students that couldn’t continue without the fundraising efforts of our families. The orders will be in on October 27th.
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Our PPTO needs your support. This year our PPTO is in redevelopment as we are without parent officers. This is a great organization and we want to keep it up and running. Our first meeting will be on October 12th at 3:30 in Mrs. Wood’s room.
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Please remember to send in these items to school with your child. They are an easy way to help our school raise money without spending any extra money of your own.
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Students will be receiving their first progress reports on Wednesday, September 30. Now that we are on trimesters they will receive a progress report every 3 weeks. This should help us all to be better informed about our students’ progress and needs. Please immediately contact your child’s teacher with any questions, comments or concerns. The classroom teacher is the first line in handling any issues that arise with your child’s academic success.
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Parents please take time to fill out the free and reduced lunch forms that were sent home with the students. If a student qualifies, they will either receive a free lunch and breakfast or a reduced fee breakfast for $.30 and reduced fee lunch for $.40. The school also benefits because it affects the At-Risk money and Title money that the school can qualify for. The greater number of students who qualify for free and reduced lunch the greater allocation of funds we receive from the other sources. If you have any questions, please contact the school.
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The Peck Equestrian Team will be competing September 12th and 13th at the Caro Fairgrounds starting @ 8:00 a.m., and September 20th in Sandusky @ 8:00 a.m. Good Luck to our Equestrian Team.
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Sports passes are available for the 2009-10 school year, passes are good for all home regular season athletic events in the Jr/Sr High School. Post season events are excluded. The cost for a family pass is $150.00 and an individual pass is $40.00. The family passes are for parents and students attending Peck schools.
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There will be a JV Football game at Yale on September 24th starting at 4:30 p.m. There will be a Varsity Volleyball game on October 24th at CPS starting at 6:00 p.m.
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I would like to personally welcome back all the students at Peck Schools and especially the students in grades 7- 12. I hope everyone had a great summer. We are looking forward to an outstanding school year for 2009 – 2010. Several of our athletic teams have begun play and more are close to their first competition. The school house is in great shape thanks to our custodial staff. The teachers are all back and ready to help the students with their academic success in the classrooms. If students or parents have questions or concerns at any time please feel free to stop by the Jr/Sr High School office or call at 810-378-5200. Mr. Roles
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This year school pictures are scheduled for Thursday September 17th. Students were given information pertaining to school pictures on the first day of school and should have brought that home. When school pictures are taken students will also be receiving a new photo ID that can be used for checking out books from the Media Center and also be used with the Chartwell lunch program here at the school. On the day pictures are taken students will be bringing home two proofs for parents to look at and decide what picture they want to order. No money is needed prior to the pictures being taken.
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Homecoming is scheduled for Saturday October 3rd vs Kingston. Kickoff time is 2:00. More information will sent out as that date gets closer.
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College night for juniors and seniors will be held on October 12th from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Sandusky High School.
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The next ACT test will be given on October 24th with the registration deadline of September 18th. Please pick up your applications in the counseling office.
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Please remember that the circle drive in front of the elementary school is for school buses only. We ask that parents park in the front lot by the high school and walk down to the elementary to pick up their children. This policy is for the safety of everyone. Thank you.
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If you pick your child up from school at the back of the building please do not drive up by the doors to pick them up. This is a safety issue for our students coming out of the building. Please park in the parking area and watch for them to come out. When parents drive up to the doors the parents that are parked and waiting cannot see their children and we don’t want our children to run out in front of a car that is right by the door.
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The PPTO sponsored Frankenmuth Fundraising campaign started on Thursday, September 10, 2009. The sale lasts for 2 weeks. Order forms are due on September 24. All money is due when the order is turned in. Orders without the appropriate funds will not be submitted to the company. We do thank you for your support with this fundraiser as our PPTO sponsors many great activities for our students that couldn’t continue without the fundraising efforts of our families.
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Our PPTO needs your support. This year our PPTO is in redevelopment as we are without parent officers. This is a great organization and we want to keep it up and running. Our first meeting will be in October. Please keep your eyes open for the date and time of this meeting. Also, if you have not already done so, please turn in the PPTO volunteer form that came home with your child. We have had many turned in already and we thank those parents in advance for their help and support.
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Picture day is Thursday, September 17, 2009. Information forms came home with your child during this first week of school. They will get new lunch/library cards made that day here at school after their picture is taken. Remember to give a big smile.
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Students will be able to purchase spirit wear after September 25 to show their Peck Elementary spirit. Order forms will come home on Friday, September 25, 2009.
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Students will be receiving their first progress reports on Wednesday, September 30. Now that we are on trimesters they will receive a progress report every 3 weeks. This should help us all to be better informed about our students’ progress and needs. Please immediately contact your child’s teacher with any questions, comments or concerns. The classroom teacher is the first line in handling any issues that arise with your child’s academic success.
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Awards night for 3rd through 6th grade students will be at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 4, 2009.
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Elementary Field Day is scheduled for Wednesday, June 3, 2009. Kindergarten through 3rd grade is in the morning and 4th through 6th grade is in the afternoon. If the weather does not permit field day on the 3rd it will be rescheduled for the 4th.
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Kindergarten graduation will be on Tuesday, June 2, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
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Please remember that the circle drive in front of the elementary school is for school buses only. We ask that parents park in the front lot by the high school and walk down to the elementary to pick up their children. This policy is for the safety of everyone. Thank you.
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Report cards will be available for pick up in the High School office on June 15th and 16th from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. If parents would like report cards mailed home they should send in a self addressed stamped envelope to the Jr/Sr High School office by the last day of school June 10th.
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Progress reports were sent home with students Wednesday May 27th. All students in grades 7-12 are given a progress report. If a student is receiving a failing grade, an “E”, the progress report has to be signed by a parent and returned to the school so we have verification that you have seen your child’s progress report.
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Get a copy of your 2008-09 year book reserved. There is a $20.00 deposit required and the total cost is $40.00. See Miss Davidson to order your year book.
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We will be providing the opportunity for athletes to get their physicals here at the school on Thursday, June 11th from 3-6 p.m. The cost is $15.00 which must be paid in Miss D’s office prior to the day of physicals. All athletes must have a physical before they can practice or participate in any sports.
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Congratulations to Billy Burns and Zac Overstreet who both qualified for the State Track Meet being held in Grand Rapids on May 30th. Billy qualified for the 800 meter run and long jump and Zac qualified for the high jump, congratulations and best of luck to Billy and Zac at the State Meet this weekend.
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The Peck Basketball Program will be hosting a Noah Shooting Clinic on June 15, 2009 at 7:00. The clinic will be held in the high school gymnasium and parents and community members are all welcome to attend. The clinic will include shot analysis, characteristics of a great shooter, shot alignment, shot distance, arc, release point, finding your correct arc, muscle memory training, and video analysis. This will be a tremendous learning experience for the Peck basketball players and their supporters.
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Following are the dates and details for materials in the media center:
May 22nd last day to check out books.
June 5th all books need to be returned.
May 22nd any student with overdue books will be fined.
Fines will be .10 per day.
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Graduation will be Sunday, May 17th at 1:00 at Peck High School.
Monday May 25th due to observing Memorial Day. Classes will resume Tuesday, May 26th.
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There will be two Valedictorians at Peck High School this year. Justin Bush and Amanda Gingerich will share the top honors having received the best GPAs in the senior class. Billy Burns has the honor of being the Salutatorian. Congratulations to all three for their hard work and accomplishments over the past four years.
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There will be no classes on Monday, May 25th due to observing Memorial Day. Classes will resume Tuesday, May 26th.
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The 2008-09 school year is coming to an end. Wednesday June 10th students will be dismissed at 11:30 for the summer.
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Peck schools will be offering a credit recovery on-line summer class beginning August 3rd which will run for four weeks Mondays - Thursdays. The class will cost $100.00. When a student successfully completes the class they will receive a $20.00 refund. Peck schools will be going through each student’s transcripts to see if a student needs to take a class. Those students that have failed a class or need an additional class will be contacted. It will then be up to the student and their parents to sign up for the class. Parents or students may contact the school at 810-378-5200 with any questions.
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This time of year several U.S. military recruiters ask the school for a class list of next years Juniors and Seniors. If you as a parent DO NOT want your child’s name included on a list that recruiters may use to make contact with students, please call the high school office at 810-378-5200 and let us know. We will remove your child’s name from the list.
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Yearbooks are on sale now!! The cost is $40.00 and underclassmen can pay a $20.00 deposit and seniors must pay the $40.00 cost.
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Thursday, May 21 is the elementary VIP day. Each student may have 1 adult join them for lunch on this day and be their Very Important Person. We are looking forward to the many guests that we will have that day.
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It is hard to believe but Memorial Day is almost upon us. There will be no school on Monday, May 25, 2009 to celebrate the Memorial Day holiday.
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Our final citizenship assembly for this school year will be on Friday, May 29, 2009. Congratulations to all of our good citizens at Peck Elementary.
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Kindergarten graduation will be on Tuesday, June 2, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
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Elementary Field Day is scheduled for Wednesday, June 3, 2009. Kindergarten through 3rd grade is in the morning and 4th through 6th grade is in the afternoon. If the weather does not permit field day on the 3rd it will be rescheduled for the 4th.
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Awards night for 3rd through 6th grade students will be at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 4, 2009.
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If you know of anyone that did not attend kindergarten round up but has a child that will 5 by December 1, 2009 please have them contact the elementary office at 378-5200 to get their child registered for kindergarten for the fall of 2009.
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On Friday May 8, 2009 our students will be sharing their young author’s stories with other students. Students have been working hard on these stories and it will be an exciting time to see them share their hard work with others.
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Our students will be participating in ACES (All Children Exercise Simultaneously) on Wednesday, May 6, 2009 (weather permitting). This is a national event that works to promote exercise and healthy choices in students across the country. At 10:00 a.m. the students will be walking the track to promote exercise and good health.
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The week of May 4th is national teacher appreciation week. All of the staff at Peck Elementary school does a great job. If you see a school staff member this week please make the extra effort to thank them for a job well done and show your appreciation.
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PPTO meetings are the second Monday of each month. The next PPTO meeting is Monday, May 11, 2009 at 3:30 in Mr. Graves’s room. The PPTO welcomes and needs new faces. Please come and check it out. Coming to a meeting doesn’t obligate you to anything other than finding out what our PPTO is up to. We are looking for people to fill the positions of President, Vice President, and Treasurer starting in the 2009-2010 school year. Come to a meeting to find out what it is all about and how you can help.
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Each senior will be participating in an exit interview on Tuesday, May 5th. This is a mock interview for all seniors. All seniors must participate and have a portfolio to present.
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Awards night is set for Wednesday, May 13 at 7:00 in the Peck High School gym. Some students have been given a letter to let them know they are invited to Awards Night which means they will be receiving an award. Awards are given for grades, attendance or a particular class award that a teacher is giving out. The awards night is open for anyone to attend however if a student was given a letter they should make plans to attend as the letter indicates that the student will be receiving some type of award.
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The 20th annual Honors Banquet will be held at Peck High School Wednesday May 6th beginning at 6:30. Students attend by invitation only. To be invited a student must have received all A’s or all A’s and B’s all school year and/or had perfect attendance all school year. A banquet style dinner is provided to the student and their parents at no cost to the family. Door prizes are given out at the end of the night.
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Friday, May 1 is the end of the next Progress Report period. Progress reports will be sent home with students Wednesday, May 6th.
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There will be a home meet for the Jr. High track team on Monday, May 4 starting at 4:00 p.m.
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The induction ceremony for the new National Honor Society members will be Sunday, May 3 at 6:00 p.m.
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Graduation for seniors will be Sunday May 17th at 1:00 at Peck High School. Seniors will be bringing home a list of dates pertaining to the end of the school year activities. This list will lead up to the graduation ceremony for the senior class. Best wishes to our seniors.
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There will be two Valedictorians at Peck High School this year. Justin Bush and Amanda Gingerich will share the top honors having received the best GPAs in the senior class. Billy Burns has the honor of being the Salutatorian. Congratulations to all three for their hard work and accomplishments over the past four years.
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If parents were unable to attend Parent/Teacher Conferences on Wednesday April 15, they should be able to get a look at their students Progress Reports as they were handed out to the students at the end of the school day on Thursday April 16th. Any student failing a class is to have the Progress Report signed by their parent and returned to the Jr/Sr high school office.
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Congratulations to the following students who have earned a treasure ticket for each of our 7 behavior expectations (Pride, Integrity, Respect, Attitude, Team, Enthusiasm, and Safety) since our last newsletter. These students will soon be getting a special reward for their exemplary behavior. The students are: Dakota Chappel, Daniel Dowling, Owen Kirby, Nicholas Knust, Hunter Lindke, Patricia McIntee, Annastasia Mlynarski, Chloe Navarro, Nathan Niehaus, Leah Engler, Nicholas Freeman, Garret McClelland, Emma Engler, Adriana Stull, Logan Chaney, Tyler Evans, Caleb Tesluck, Chris Beurmann, Katelinn Bower, Brenden Murray, Abbey Shell, Bowen Vargo, Heidi Warren, Christian Ferris, Jenna Franzel, Cheyenne Johnson, Cassie Humble, Cody Anspaugh, Anthony Augustine, Theresa Havens, Ashlee Jenkins, D’Jan Jones, Nathan Jones, Joey Pries, Scott Sherman, Cody Straffon, Paige VanBrande, Cryssie Warren, Kyle Abrego, Caleb Dudley, Alyssa Eaton, Lindsay Germain, Caleb Hargis, John-Christian Lodge, Kelsey Lodge, LaDonna Moore, Gabrielle Murray, Bailey Sell, and Eilish Warner.
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Congratulations to our fifth graders who have completed the DARE (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program. They will be honored at a DARE Graduation on Tuesday, April 21 at 9:00 a.m. in the cafeteria.
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Parent teacher conferences for grade 7-12 will be Wednesday, April 15th from 4:00 to 7:30 p.m.
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Peck Community Schools is now offering Zangle Parent Connection accounts. Zangle is our student information system used to track student data. The Parent Connection component allows parents to access their child’s information, such as academic history (transcripts), activities, attendance, current assignments, demographics, grade point average (GPA), current class marks, schedule, and standardized test Scores. However, some of the available information will vary by student grade level. Also, with the change in our Food Services program (see related article) parents will be able access to their child’s cafeteria account balance and view their cafeteria purchases.
To obtain a Zangle Parent Connection account please visit the Elementary or High School office during normal business hours. Accounts can only be created in person. Photo identification must be provided.
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This progress report period ends Friday April 3rd. Progress reports will be sent home with all students the week they return from spring break.
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The softball team and girls basketball programs will be sponsoring a fundraiser at the All-In-One-Poker House in Sandusky, The days for this event are April 9, 10 & 11th starting at 5:00 p.m. The tournament for each night starts at 7:00 p.m. with other games going on at the same time.
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There will be a fish fry held in the school cafeteria on April 3rd . We will be featuring walleye and cod. The cost is adults $7.00, junior high and high school students $6.00 and elementary $5.00. Dinners will be served from 4:30 until 7:30 p.m. Takeouts are available but you must wait in line.
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PPTO meetings are the second Monday of each month. The next PPTO meeting is Monday, April 20, 2009 at 3:30 in Mr. Graves’s room. The PPTO welcomes and needs new faces. Please come and check it out. Coming to a meeting doesn’t obligate you to anything other than finding out what our PPTO is up to. We are looking for people to fill the positions of President, Vice President, and Treasurer starting in the 2009-2010 school year. Come to a meeting to find out what it is all about and how you can help.
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This is the end of our 3rd marking period. Report Cards will be coming home on Wednesday, April 1, 2009. Elementary parent teacher conferences are Thursday, April 2, 2009 from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. We would love to see you there. If you cannot make it during that time but have something you would like to discuss with your child’s teacher please contact them to set up an appointment and they would be happy to find a good time to meet with you.
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Congratulations to the following students who have earned a treasure ticket for each of our 7 behavior expectations (Pride, Integrity, Respect, Attitude, Team, Enthusiasm, and Safety). These students will soon be getting a special reward for their exemplary behavior. The students are: Cody Abrego, Jacob Adams, Jordyn Bower, Matthew Clark, Rebecca Erdman, Tommy Gallagher, Sierra Johnson, Tyler Kuhn, Meko Noble, Olivia Overstreet, Login Sarnac, Justin Schneidewind, Tara Thompson, Alyssa Vargo, Hannah Beemer, Nicholas Grifka, Lindsey Sharrard, Jaide Lodge, and Bailey Beemer.
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Ten 6th grade students represented Peck Community Schools at the 2009 Delta College Math Competition on Saturday, March 21. Joey Pries, Scott Sherman, Alyssa Eaton, Jacob Adams, Tara Thompson, Cody Anspaugh, Tommy Gallagher, Login Sarnac, Gabriel Abrego, and Tyler Kuhn competed against students from throughout the State of Michigan. Besides competing, by taking a mathematical test, the students, along with their parents, toured the Delta College Campus and participated in other educational activities. Thank You for representing Peck and Peck Elementary to the best of your abilities. We are proud of you!
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The following students earned the top 5 positions in the fifth grade Spelling Bee: Erika Black, Hannah Ferguson, Nick Grifka, Alexxus Terry, and Alexis Ureel. These students will be participating in the County Spelling Bee at the Career Center on April 17th. Good luck to those students.
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First Graders in Ms. Laugavitz’s class learned about Michigan last week. Thank you to Pam Thom and Sally Grout from the Sanilac County Farm Bureau who taught the students about agriculture in Michigan. Students learned about Michigan’s agriculture products (apples, corn, sunflowers, navy beans, soy beans, and pine trees) grown in the state and other various commodities (sheep/wool, pigs/meat, cows/milk, chickens/eggs, and horses/transportation) in Michigan. Agriculture is important to Michigan’s economy!
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Congratulations to the 5th Grade Battle of the Books team for taking 1st place at Brown City on March 17, 2009. The team members were Brandon Potter, Hannah Beemer, Carly Williams, Jacob Holman, Katie Molesworth, and Chase Marritt. Their coach was Mrs. Osantowski. We are very proud of our 5th Grade Pirates.
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Friday March 27 and Saturday March 28 at 7:00 on the stage in the old gym the Peck Thespians will be performing “The Diary of Anne Frank”. Be sure to make plans to come to the school and watch this show. Tickets at the door are $4.00 each.
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Spring break is just around the corner. Friday, April 3rd there will be a half day of school and classes will be out of session until students return on Tuesday April 14th.
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Students are prohibited from using cell phones or other electronic communication devices (ECD), electronic storage devices (ESD) or having them “ON” during the school day. This includes lunch periods and passing periods. First offense is that the cell phone is taken to the office and can be picked up at the end of the day. 2nd offense is that the cell phone will be taken to the office and a parent must come in to pick it up and the student will be suspended.
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Congratulations to senior Justin Bush on his recent appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. Congresswoman Candice Miller stopped by Peck Schools to personally hand Justin his acceptance certificate and congratulate him in front of grades 5-12 at a surprise assembly in the high school gym. We at Peck Schools are very proud of Justin and his appointment. Anchors Away!!
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This progress report period ends Friday April 3rd. Progress reports will be sent home with all students the week they return from spring break.
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Spring sports have begun for the high school athletes and will begin in full swing for junior high track after spring break. Most importantly please make sure your son/daughter has a physical on file before they practice.
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Local scholarships are now available for seniors to apply for. They are all due April 17th at 3 p.m.
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The process for the 2009 NHS selection has begun. Letters have been sent out to 10th thru 12th graders who have earned a 3.0 GPA or better. The letter explains the process that will take place in order to ensure an interview. The process includes an application, interview and a final decision by the faculty council. Each candidate must receive a major vote by the faculty council in order to be invited to be inducted into the National Honor Society. The induction ceremony is Sunday, May 3rd at 5 p.m. If you have questions pertaining to this process please contact Miss Davidson at (810) 378-5501 ext. 3202. All applications are due to Miss Davidson by April 14th at 3:00 p.m. There are no exceptions to this rule including an absence.
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The 10th grade class will once again be sponsoring a Donkey Basketball game to be held at the school on April 25th at 7:00 p.m. Advance tickets will be available starting April 13th. Advance tickets can be purchased at the school for $6.00, tickets at the door will be $8.00.
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There will be an Easter Egg hunt on April 11th at the Pines American Legion on Mill Street. It is for those children 12 and under. This event will start at 1 p.m.
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Peck Community Schools will be implementing a new food services accounting system. This new system will reduce the amount of time it takes for students to move through the lunch line, improve financial auditing of cafeteria funds, enhance the confidentiality of students participating in the National School Lunch Program (Free/Reduced prices), offer parents information of what their children are eating, and improve the reporting capabilities of district food services. We are looking forward to implementing this new system and will provide more information over the next few weeks.
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Mobile dentists will be here on March 4. They will still take applications up until that day if you are still interested in participating in the Mobile Dentist program.
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Summer league ball registrations for students in kindergarten through 8th grade have started. Your child should have brought home a flyer. Flyers are also posted throughout the school. Registrations are Saturday, February 28, 2009 from 9:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Johnston’s Meats and Wednesday, March 4th from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Peck High School Media Center.
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There will be many special activities going on in the classrooms and throughout the school during the month of March for March is Reading month. These activities will be to promote reading both in school and at home.
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Spring pictures will be taken Wednesday, March 11 by HR Imaging. Spring picture information should be coming home with your child today.
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PPTO meetings are the second Monday of each month. The next PPTO meeting is Monday, March 9, 2009 at 3:30 in Mr. Graves’s room. The PPTO welcomes and needs new faces. Please come and check it out. Coming to a meeting doesn’t obligate you to anything other than finding out what our PPTO is up to. We are looking for people to fill the positions of President, Vice President, and Treasurer starting in the 2009-2010 school year. Come to a meeting to find out what it is all about and how you can help.
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Kindergarten roundup is scheduled for April 16th and 17th. Please call the elementary office at 378-5200 to schedule an appointment for kindergarten testing if your child will be starting kindergarten next year. They must be 5 years old by December 1, 2009 to start kindergarten in the fall. We look forward to seeing you at round up.
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Junior High and High School students can check the school website for the current up-to-date menu.
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The junior high basketball with Kingston has been reschedule for Tuesday, March 3rd at Kingston at 5:30 p.m. Also the CPS March 11th game has been moved to March 12th due to Girls Districts. The game is at Peck at 5:30 p.m.
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Spring break is just around the corner. Friday April 3rd there will be a half day of school and classes will be out of session until students return on Tuesday April 14th.
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Spring Sports is right around the corner. In order to participate in a spring sport all athletes must have a physical before starting practice. The official day to start practice is March 9th. Junior High Spring Sports will start sometime in later March.
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Students should not be wearing clothing to school that has been torn, cut or is ragged. Pants in particular that have holes in them should not be worn to school. These items are viewed as educationally distracting. Pants should also be worn so that undergarments are not visible.
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Friday March 13th marks the end of the 2nd trimester for students in grades 7-12. With that in mind exams will be coming and are scheduled for March 11, 12, 13. Parents should see students bringing home study materials as they prepare to take their end of the trimester exams.
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The 7th & 8th graders will be attending a countywide spelling bee on April 17th at the Sanilac Career Center.. The following 7th graders will be representing Peck: Hailey Sharrard, Niki Reese, Chelsea Lofton, Megan Pitts, Louis Hufford, The 8th qualifiers are: Jon Brooks, Chase Bullis, Miranda Davis, Kendall LaFleur and Terry Warner. Special congratulations to Hailey Sharrard the 7th grade Champ and Jon Brooks the 8th grade champ. These students will be representing Peck on April 17th at the Career Center. Congratulations and Good Luck!
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Many students have cell phones and carry them to school. This is not a problem, however cell phones are not to be used during the school day while on school grounds. If caught using a cell phone the first offense is that the phone will be taken to the office and can be picked up at the end of the day. The second offense is a suspension and the cell phone will be taken to the office and must be picked up by a parent.
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Attention Parents of Juniors!!! MME testing will be here on March 10, 11 and 12. This is a very important test for them. Please encourage your students to do their best on this battery of testing and please see that they get sufficient rest the nights prior to these days. Thanks for your help
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We will be having Fan appreciation night during the March 5th boys basketball game against CPS. Be one of the first 100 lucky Pirate fans to enter the building and see what’s in store for you.
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2009 Peck Summer League Softball/Baseball sign-ups will be starting on Thursday, Feb. 26th from 4-8 pm in the media center, Saturday, Feb. 28th from 9 am-2 pm at Johnston’s Meat, and on Wednesday, March 4th from 4-8 pm in the media center. All kids currently in grades K thru 8 may sign up.
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There will be a fish fry held in the school cafeteria on April 3rd . We will be featuring walleye and cod. The cost is adults $7.00, junior high and high school students $6.00 and elementary $5.00. Dinners will be served from 4:30 until 7:30 p.m. Takeouts are available but you must wait in line.
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The National Honor Society will be sponsoring a blood drive from 2:00 p.m. until 7:45 p.m. on March 9th. Please come out and save a life by donating a pint of blood. Help the NHS help others!! For more information or to make an appointment please call Miss Davidson at (810) 378-5200 ext. 3202.
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The Girls Basketball team has finished their regular season game for this year. They will be playing in district on Wednesday, March 4th in Kingston starting at 6:00 p.m. The boys will be finishing their season next Thursday, March 5th here at Peck vs CPS. Their districts will start on March 9th at CPS. Peck will be playing on March 11th at 7:30 p.m. Come out and support both the girls and boys team in their quest for district titles. The cost of admittance for district tournament is $5.00 for all ages. Please remember good sportsmanship when at these events. No noisemakers of any kind are allowed and all signs need to be inspected by the tournament manager at each site.
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July 11, 2009
Save the Date mailed on Feb 11, 2009.
For further information, please contact Judy Ferguson at email: judy_5321@yahoo.com or phone: 810-378-5153 or Carol Dorman at 810-648-5101
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We are starting a new reward program with our students on Monday, February 2. This award is called the Pirate Treasure Ticket. Students will be given a Pirate Treasure Ticket when they are seen doing something that exhibits one of our behavior expectations (Pride, Integrity, Respect, Attitude, Theme, Enthusiasm, and Safety) by a Peck Elementary staff member. Their names will go up on a bulletin board recognizing this achievement and their name will go in for a weekly drawing for a prize, with at least 2 students from each grade getting a prize each week. We will also keep track of what behavior expectations they get tickets for and when they have received one for each of the behavior expectations they will be put on a list to participate in a games and activities afternoon as a reward for their exceptional behavior characteristics. We are excited about this new program and are looking forward to giving out many Pirate Treasure Tickets to our exceptional Peck Elementary Students.
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PPTO meetings have changed to the second Monday of each month. The next PPTO meeting is Monday, February 9, 2009 at 3:30 in Mr. Graves’s room. The PPTO welcomes new faces.
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Thank you all for your support with the PPTO pizza sales. The kits will be available for pick up Monday, February 2.
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Order forms have gone home to order yearbooks for this school year. If you would like a full color yearbook for your child this year, and did not order a yearbook when you ordered fall pictures, please send back the order from with $10.00 by February 5, 2009. Checks should be made payable to HR Imaging Partners
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Forms have been sent home about the Mobile Dentists Smile Program. If you are interested in having your child/children participate in this program the forms need to be returned by Friday, February 6, 2009. The Mobile Dentists will be here on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 to service any children that have returned their forms and any necessary payment. Participation in this program is totally optional for our students.
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Congratulations to Mr. Graves who applied for and was awarded a DTE mini grant to fund a solar power car project for 6th grade science. We are proud to have teachers like him who go the extra mile to provide special learning projects for our students.
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The IDENT-A-KID program will be at Peck Elementary on Wednesday, February 11, 2009 to photograph, fingerprint, weigh, and measure children. Participation in the program is at the individual parents’ option. If parents choose to participate and pay the fee, parents will receive a laminated wallet sized ID card (similar to a Driver’s License) with information about their child. An application envelope with additional information about the IDENT-A-KID program have been sent home with the children.
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January 17th The Academic Games teams from Peck High School traveled to Saint Clair County Community College to participate in an academic competition against other Sanilac County schools. The Math team consisting of Amanda Gingrich, Dakota Jackson, Jacob Zuehlke, Elizabeth Peck, and Alin Martinez took 2nd place in the competition. Congratulations !!
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Thursday February 29th Progress Reports were handed out to students in grades 7-12. Students should have brought them home for parents to view. All students were given a progress report. Progress reports simply let the parents know how there child is doing in there present classes. They are not sent home just for students that are struggling. Parents, if you would like to see how you child is doing in school just ask them to see their progress report.
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Friday February 13 and Monday February 16 there is no school. This is our annual mid-winter recess.
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Attention Parents of Juniors!!! MME testing will be here on March 10, 11 and 12. This is a very important test for them. Please encourage your students to do their best on this battery of testing and please see that they get sufficient rest the nights prior to these days. Thanks for your help. The school will be providing the opportunity for all juniors to have a good hot breakfast on the mornings of the testing. Students can get breakfast between 7:15 and 7:45 a.m.
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The Student Council will be sponsoring a fun night for 7th and 8th grade students on Friday, February 6th from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. The cost will be $3.00. The gym and computer lab will be open. There will also be a movie shown and a video game room. Many chaperons will be on site. All proceeds will go towards buying recycling bins for Peck Schools.
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The crowing of this years snowball Prince and Princess and King and Queen will take place between the JV and Varsity girls basketball game on January 30th. This year’s candidates are:
PRINCE & PRINCESS
7th grade: Tristen Haener & Megan Pitts and Nick Potts & Courtney Gordon
8th grade: Jacob Overstreet & Miranda Davis and Andrew Pathic & Tiffani Bower
9th grade: Josh Fuller & Victoria Rios and James Logghe & Rachel Schneidewind
KING & QUEEN
10th grade: Matt Quandt & Emilee Warren and Brendon Manns & Yoshimi Mutsuno
11th grade: Gerald Pathic & Jennifer Philburn and Brandon Mann & Amanda Foster
12th grade: Joey Daniels & Kayla Caulkins and Kris Reynolds & Sandy Owen
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We will be having Fan appreciation night during the March 5th boys basketball game against CPS. Be one of the first 100 lucky fans to enter the building and see what’s in store for you.
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February 4th there will a JV and Varsity Girls Basketball game with Owengage at Peck. Game time is 6 p.m.
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There will be a half day of school on Friday, January 23 and no school on Monday, January 26.
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PPTO meetings have changed to the second Monday of each month. The next PPTO meeting is Monday, February 9, 2009 at 3:30 in Mr. Graves’s room. The PPTO welcomes new faces.
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Little Caesar’s pizza sales began Friday, January 9 and will continue through Wednesday, January 20. Money and orders are due on January 20th and delivery/pick up will be Monday, February 2. Thank you for your support of our PPTO.
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Senior Justin Bush has been received an appointment from Congresswoman Candice Miller to attend the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland and the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Now Justin is awaiting acceptance from the two academies and will later decide which one he will attend. Congratulations Justin!!
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Monday January 26th is a Professional Development Day for the staff at Peck Community Schools. There will be NO SCHOOL this day for the students. Students will return to classes Tuesday January 27th.
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Friday January 23rd all students will be dismissed at 11:30. This day marks the half way point of the school year. For the elementary students it is the end of 1st semester. For the staff it will be a records day in the afternoon.
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Saturday, January 17th the JV and Varsity Girls basketball teams will play CPS at 5:00 p.m. Monday, January 19th the Junior High Boys will be playing Kingston at 4:00 p.m. Please listen to WMIC for cancellations of school activities due to weather.
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The next meeting is Wednesday, February 4th at 5:30 p.m. All parents are welcome.
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Please make sure that your children are being watched at home athletic events. The old gym and the hallways are not play areas.
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The Peck Summer Softball League will be sponsoring a Scotch Doubles on Saturday, January 31, 2009 at Liberty Lanes in Sandusky. The cost is $25.00 a couple. For more information or to sign up contact Lori Franzel at 387-9792 or Tina VanConant at 679-0034.
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Nick Knust (Mrs. Wood), Remington Ruedisueli and Xzavier Suess (Mrs. Maitland and Mrs. Fuller), Trent Vanconant (Mrs. Hardy), Emma Engler (Ms. Laugavitz), Nolan Sarnac (Mrs. Harbin), Dayton Peck (Mrs. Hendershot), Patrick Gallagher (Mrs. Hamblin), Will Sharrard (Mrs. Zwolinski), Kyra Warner (Mrs. Galligan), Brandon VanConant (Mrs. Sell), Lindsey Sharrard (Mrs. Jankowski), Alexis Ureel (Mrs. Osantowski), Cody Straffon (Mr. Kreger), and Caleb Hargis (Mr. Graves)
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The elementary school is collecting register receipts from Jerry's Foodland in Sandusky through March 31, 2009. Please send them in to school with your child. The receipts total up to points that allow us to get needed items for our school.
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Congratulations to the following November Students of the Month:
Patricia McIntee, Nicholas Freeman, Matthew Bular, Annie Demaray, Larissa Anton, Jesse Demaray, Faith Haener, Lynden Middleton, Kayla Plenda, Jaide Lodge, Damien Carnat, Hannah Beemer, Erika Black, Sierra Johnson, and Justin Schneidewind.
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Congratulations to the following October Students of the Month:
Dakota Chappel, Leah Engler, Brandon Winarski, Jorden Lodge, Taylor Sempf, Zachary Molesworth, Alexa Hilliker, Marissa Bowers, Caleb Tesluck, Abbey Shell, Jenna Lodge, Nicholas Grifka, Jacob Holman, Tommy Gallaghere, and Megan Clark.
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Congratulations to the following September students of the month.
Owen Kirby, Aden Waun, Molly Gallagher, Garrett McClelland, Adrianna Stull, Aubryn VanConant, Josie Vincent, Alex Williamson, Casey Light, Brenden Murray, Josie Ferguson, Alexxus Terry, Cheyenne Johnson, Gabrielle Murray, and Tyler Kuhn
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The next PPTO meeting is Monday, November 10, 2008 at 3:30 in Mr. Graves room. The PPTO welcomes new faces.
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We have completed our MEAP testing. Students did a nice job of coming in and working extra hard on those days. It was a stressful time for everyone and we are all happy to be done with that. Now we wait for the results to help us determine areas that need more instructional focus. Be sure to thank your child’s teacher(s) for the hard work that they do to prepare our students for their future.
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Please remember not to wait in the hallways for your children at the end of the day unless it is out front by the office. This is for the safety of our staff and students as well as to preserve the educational process until the end of the school day.
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Thank you all for your help with the school mall fundraiser. We made over $400.00 just from the postcards being turned in. Now we can still raise money for the next year from any shopping that is done through schoolmall.com with Peck Elementary designated as the school that the shopper wishes to sponsor, or any magazines that are ordered through the company. We know that times are tough for everyone so we appreciate your participation even more in these times.
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Many have expressed concern over the recent accident that involved three high school young ladies. We are happy to report that girls are doing well two have returned to school and one remains in the hospital with hopes of being released early next week. Thank you for your concerns.
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Just a reminder that November 6th and 7th are half days of school for all students. School will be released at 11:30 on both days.
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Part of the dress code refers to improper apparel and states “apparel that is torn, cut, or ragged”. Students should not wear to school pants that have holes in them for whatever reason.
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If you missed school picture day retakes have been scheduled for Tuesday November 18. Announcements will be made at the school as that day gets closer.
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The National Honor Society will be once again taking orders for fruit and cheesecakes starting on November 10th. More details to follow.
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Student Council will be providing babysitting services on November 5th from 4-7 p.m. and November 6th from 3-5 p.m. for parent/teacher conferences. A small donation would be appreciated.
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Peck Schools will be sponsoring a benefit dinner for Cassidy Smith who was injured in an accident during the summer. This event will take place on Sunday, November 9th from noon til 3 p.m. The benefit dinner will include turkey/ham and the fixings’. Anyone wishing to contribute a raffle prize can contact Sandy Schneidewind or Paula Davidson at (810) 378-5501.
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We will be collecting the UPC labels from Campbell’s soup again this year. We need only the UPC code and not the whole label. These will also be collected in the office. You or your child may bring them and give them to the classroom teacher or drop them off in the office. These labels help us to get free items for our students such as playground equipment and classroom supplies. Thank you for your help with this as well.
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Parent/Teacher conferences are Wednesday, November 5 from 4:00-7:00 and Thursday, November 6 from 12:30-5:00. Please make sure to come in and meet with your child’s teacher to find out how they are doing in school so far this year. Remember that we have half days of school on Thursday, November 6 and Friday, November 7. School will be dismissed at 11:30.
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We are once again collecting Spartan Labels. Please bring the labels from your Spartan items into the elementary office. The money raised from the labels will help to provide supplies, materials, and events for our school.
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Don’t forget that we are collecting cash register receipts from Jerry’s Foodland in Sandusky again this year. Please send them in with your child. We will be collecting them until March 31st 2009. Thanks for your support.
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The next PPTO meeting is Monday, October 6, 2008 at 3:30 in Mr. Graves room. The PPTO welcomes new faces.
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The PPTO would love to have your help. There is a meeting in Mr. Graves room in the Elementary at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, September 8th. The regularly scheduled meetings will be on the first Monday of the month at 3:30.
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Welcome to the 2008-2009 school year. I am Mrs. Warren and I am the new Peck Elementary Principal. I am excited to be a part of the Peck staff. We have gotten off to a great start this year and I am enjoying getting to know so many new people. Thank you to everyone for the warm welcome.
I am married with three children (William who is 6, Andrew who is 4, and Claire who is 14 months). My husband’s name is Tim and we live Croswell. I taught in the Croswell-Lexington school district for 8 years, 5 years in special education and 3 years in 3rd grade. I then spent two years in Port Huron Area School District as an Elementary Assistant Principal. After that I was the Elementary principal in Bentley Community Schools in Burton. I have now made the move to Peck Community Schools and am proud to be a Peck Pirate. I hope to spend many wonderful years helping to provide a quality education for our students.
Please feel free to stop in any time with questions, comments, or ideas. I will do my best to make time for you. Once again, I am looking forward to a great year.
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All schedule changes have been completed at this time. If your son or daughter or you have questions please feel free to contact the counseling office.
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The 2007-08 yearbooks have arrived. If you have paid for one or have put a deposit down on one please bring your receipt in to Miss Davidson to receive your book. There are a few extras for sale on a first come first serve basis.
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Student dress affects student behavior and educational attitudes. In order to promote a positive learning environment certain standards should be maintained. Improper apparel includes: hats, sunglasses, bandannas, clothing without sleeves, bare midriffs, flip-flops, sheer or otherwise revealing clothing, pajamas, spiked jewelry, chains hanging from clothing, skirts, dresses and shorts of less than mid-thigh length (must extend past finger tips), shorts that are not properly hemmed (no cutoffs), apparel that is torn, cut or ragged. Pants must be worn so undergarments are not visible. Clothing viewed as educationally distracting or inappropriate due to wording or sayings will not be allowed. Any item that has any reference to drugs, beer, alcohol, or tobacco of any kind is not allowed. ALL COATS, JACKETS AND BOOK BAGS ARE TO BE PLACED IN LOCKERS AND ARE NOT TO BE WORN IN OR TAKEN TO CLASS.
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On behalf of the Peck Jr/Sr High School staff I would like to welcome back our students. I hope that everyone had a great summer! With the beginning of the new school year there is always anticipation and excitement of what the new year will bring. With the change to trimesters for grades 7 – 12 students will spend more time in each of their classes but will have fewer classes per day. We hope that this will assist students with their academics and help them to have a successful 2008-09 school year. Best wishes to all. Mr. Roles
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Sports passes are available for the 2008-09 sports seasons. The cost for a family pass is $150.00 and a single pass is $45.00. The family passes are for parents and students attending Peck schools. Please inquire in the high school office about senior citizen passes if you are of that age.
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The next Booster meeting will be held on October 1 at 7 p.m. in the high school. Everyone is welcome to this meeting.
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The Yale Lions Club will be holding a hunters safety course beginning Monday, September 15 and will continue on September 16, 18, 19, and 20. Class times are 5:00 – 9:00 pm and 8:00 – 4:00 on the 20th only. Students 10 years of age or older must attend all classes to be certified for the early youth hunt in September. Classes will be held at the Yale Lions Club 101 North St. Yale. Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend. To pre-register or for more information call 810-3378-5105 or 810-387-4009
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Frankenmuth Fundraiser orders will be delivered on October 14th. Orders can be picked up between 3:00-5:00 p.m. by an adult only. PPTO officers will be there to assist you. Students are not allowed to take orders home. Thank you for your participation and cooperation.
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The staff at Peck Elementary spent a great deal of time before school started to improve our behavior expectations for students and we tied them to our Peck Pirate theme. You will start seeing this many places around our school.
P – Pride
I – Integrity
R – Respect
A – Attitude
T – Team
E – Enthusiasm
S – Safety
These are the behaviors we want to see exemplified at Peck Elementary.
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Peck Elementary is a MiBLSi (Michigan’s Integrated Behavior and Learning Support Initiative) school!!! This is a grant funded program to help our students. Our staff has come up with the following definition to help explain to our families what MiBLSi is: “MiBLSi is a school wide program to improve reading and create positive behavior using best research practices to help all Peck Elementary students.” We are very excited about many of the changes that will be happening here at Peck Elementary through the support of the MiBLSi grant. Keep watching for updates.
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Jr./Sr. High School student schedules will be available in August before the start of school. There will be a chance for drop and add in the fall.
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On May 16th we celebrated our writing by sharing our stories with other students. Twenty stories were selected to represent their classes. A published copy of their work will be in the Media Center for all to enjoy! We would like to congratulate the following Young Authors:
-Aubryn VanConant wrote This Is My Family.
-Kerra Elling wrote Spending the Night at Grandma Pat’s.
-Shane Roth wrote Games.
-Alissa Bennett wrote The Search for the King’s Lost Jewels.
-Quinn Gabriel wrote How to Ride a Dirt Bike.
-Grace Sullivan wrote How to Make Popsicles and Banana Smoothies.
-Kody LaFleur wrote The Coolest Reptile.
-David Weller wrote Me, Dylan, and the Snake.
-Katelinn Bower wrote The Dead Flies.
-Ashlee Rostine wrote Superfly.
-Cesilee Behnke wrote The Day My Dog Got Ran Over.
-Hannah Beemer wrote Saving Snowflake.
-Bobby Burack wrote Bobby’s Jokes and Riddles.
-Carly Williams wrote Jellyfish Don’t Make Jelly.
-Tara Thompson wrote Flying Blades.
-Alyssa Eaton wrote A Weird Vacation.
-Jordyn Bower wrote Spooky Sleepover.
-Crystal Dhooghe wrote Dear God.
-Hailey Sharrard wrote The Protector.
-Courtney Gordon wrote Who Is Prince?
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The PPTO’s flamingo flocking continues through the end of the month. You may have noticed the flocks in various front yards around town. It’s not too late to flock a friend! Contact Michelle Murray at (810) 305-4785
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Looking forward to the end of the year, we have made some adjustments in the schedule for some important events. Kindergarten graduation will be held on Wednesday, May 28, at 7:00 pm in the old gym. The third through sixth grade Awards Night will take place on Thursday, May 29, at 7:00 pm in the new gym.
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Student dress affects student behavior and educational attitudes. In order to promote a positive learning environment certain standards should be maintained. Improper apparel includes: hats, sunglasses, bandannas, clothing without sleeves, bare midriffs, flip-flops, sheer or otherwise revealing clothing, pajamas, spiked jewelry, chains hanging from clothing, skirts, dresses and shorts of less than mid-thigh length (must extend past finger tips), shorts that are not properly hemmed (no cutoffs), apparel that is torn, cut or ragged. Pants must be worn so undergarments are not visible. Clothing viewed as educationally distracting or inappropriate due to wording or sayings will not be allowed. Any item that has any reference to drugs, beer, alcohol, or tobacco of any kind are not allowed. ALL COATS, JACKETS AND BOOK BAGS ARE TO BE PLACED IN LOCKERS AND ARE NOT TO BE WORN IN OR TAKEN TO CLASS.
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The Croswell Lions will be hosting this event September 27th at the Croswell ball fields on Black River Rd. from 10:00am to 7:00pm. There will be assorted vendors, guest speakers, raffles, demonstrations, and a dance from 8:00pm – 11:00pm that evening. Cost for the day is $4.00 per person, which includes parking. The dance
cost is $5.00 per person and 7.00 per couple.
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We are in the process of confirming a schedule but we can’t do it unless we have all requested from the students. If you haven’t signed a schedule of your child’s please ask them about it because currently we are missed about 50 percent of them. We will be mailing schedules home to students sometime in June.
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Justin Bush, a Peck High School senior to be will have some interesting stories to tell about his summer when he returns to classes in the fall. Justin has been selected to attend the United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar in Annapolis, Maryland. During his six day stay Justin will experience life at the Naval Academy, where academics, athletics, and professional training play equally important roles in developing our nation's leaders. He will live in Bancroft Hall (the dormitory in which all Academy midshipmen live), eat in the dining hall, participate in academic and leadership workshops and experience a variety of other activities on the campus. Justin will have an opportunity to see first-hand what the Academy has to offer through its exceptional academic, athletic, extracurricular activities and leadership training programs.
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Congratulations to Zac Overstreet who has qualified to participate in the Division 4 State Track meet to be held Saturday, May 31st at Forrest Hills East in Grand Rapids. Zac has had an outstanding year and the Peck Athletic Department wishes him the best in the state meet. Good Luck Zac.
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The baseball and softball districts are being held at Kingston High School. Peck has drawn a pre-district game against Deckerville which will be held on Tuesday, May 27 at 4:00 p.m. in Kingston. If the Pirate teams win they will be playing on Friday, May 30th. Good luck to both teams in their post-season endeavors.
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There are a number of new elementary yearbooks left if anyone is interested in purchasing one. The cost is $12.00. Please contact the elementary office at (810) 378-5200 about purchasing one.
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Tickets are being sold in the elementary and high school offices for a Pirate quilt/throw. The proceeds will benefit the AR room in the elementary. The costs of the tickets are .50 each or 3/$1.00. The quilt/throw will be raffled off on June 6th.
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The village of Peck Garage Sales will take place June 12-15th. Elk Township Library will be having a used book sale on June 12th & 13th. If you would like your sale included on the circulated list please call the library at 378-5409 before June 10th.
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The Detroit Free Press announced its Writing Awards winners for 2008. Among the more than 3,100 entries were four Peck High School students. Savannah Wilcox Short-Short Story, Justin Bush Short Story, Tyler Bradley Poetry, and Alex Jenkins Poetry all received awards from The Detroit Free Press for their outstanding contributions to the writing contest.
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Click to view photos from the county track meet.
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Click to view photos from the Donkey Basketball game.
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Click to view photos from 2008 High School Graduation.
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Click to view photos from graduation rehearsal.
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Click to browse photos from the 3rd Quarter Honor Roll assembly.
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Peck Elementary was well represented at the Sanilac County Spelling Bee on April 21st by the following students:
5th Grade: Kent Dankenbring, Alyssa Eaton, Tommy Gallaher, Justin Schneidewind, Alyssa Vargo
6th Grade: Louis Hufford, Megan Pitts, Katie Nichol, Brittany Potter, Wesley Bissett
Congratulations to trophy winners Alyssa Eaton, first runner-up in 5th grade, and Brittany Potter, second runner-up in 6th grade.
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The P.P.T.O. would like to thank everyone who volunteered their time at the book fair. Without your help it would not have been a success.
The P.P.T.O. will be bringing a new fundraiser to town. Please keep your eyes open for the pretty pink birds to be flocking a yard near you! Forms will be sent home soon with all the information.
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The students and staff are eagerly looking forward to sharing lunch with that one very special person on VIP Day. This year it is scheduled for Thursday, May 8th. Each year we look forward to using this occasion to invite the community and beyond to share our school and a delicious lunch with a special guest. Hopefully, all those invited by the students will make special arrangements to be here.
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Looking forward to the end of the year, we have made some adjustments in the schedule for some important events. Kindergarten graduation will be held on Wednesday, May 28, at 7:00 pm. The third through sixth grade Awards Night will take place on Thursday, May 29, at 7:00 pm.
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Congratulations to the following individuals whom were inducted into the Peck Chapter of the National Honor Society-Jordan Alexander, Julia Bush, Bill Burns, Dan Cook, Chelsea Cribbins, Chelsea Fletcher, Amanda Gingerich, Andrew Merkau, Erin Navarro, Gerald Pathic, Jennifer Philburn, Eric Sargent, Kelsey Schell and Larissa Schneidewind. Also installed as officers for the 2008-09 school year are: Becca Szarenski, President, Justin Bush, Vice President, Jessica Ernest, Secretary and Jessica Barber, Treasurer. Congratualtions to all involved. A special thanks goes out to all the seniors that will be graduating this year for their volunteerism and donations that they have made to the program. Good Luck to the graduating seniors!!
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Scheduling will start the week of May 5th for students in 7th-11th grade. Student will be asked to take home their scheduling request forms for a parent signature. Please remember that we are starting trimesters next year so your son/daughter will be selecting 15 classes over the 3 trimester and 5 alternates. If you have any questions feel free to contact the high school office.
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Another new enchanting event is planned for Friday, April 25th at 7:00 p.m. in the old gym. Baffling Bill the Magician will be performing mystic acts of magic that will astound all ages. Tickets will be sold at the door for $5.00 each (children under 2 are free). Doors will open at 6:15 p.m. Invite all of your family and friends to join us for this wondrous fun filled family event.
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We are full of exciting new events coming this spring. Keep your eyes on the sky…A flock of flamingos will be arriving in Peck. This spring, the PPTO is planning a fun new fundraiser. More details to follow.
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Scholastic Book Fair will be held April 9th - 15th. Times are as follows: 9:00 - 2:30 Wed, Thurs, Fri, & Tues. On Monday the 14th we will be open from 9:00am - 7:00pm. It will be Buy One Get One and we will NOT be charging the kids sales tax. The P.P.T.O. will be paying the tax.
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The application process for new National Honor Society members has come to a close and the induction ceremony is scheduled for April 23, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria.
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Next fall the student schedules will look a little different as Peck Jr/Sr High School will be converting to a Trimester schedule from the current semester schedule. In a Trimester system the school year is divided into thirds. A semester is 18 weeks long, a Trimester is 12 weeks long and the overall length of the school year will be the same. Also, in the new Trimester format students in the Jr/Sr High School will take only five classes a day as opposed to the seven periods a day they presently have. Class times will be longer in the five class period system and the overall length of the day will not change. All of this change is being done to benefit the students at Peck Jr/Sr High School. If you have questions with regard to Trimester scheduling at Peck Jr/Sr High School please feel free to call the high school office at 810-378-5200.
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The Junior class will once again put on the Prom. This year the Prom will take place at the Knights of Columbus Hall south of Lexington on Lakeshore Rd. The date is Saturday, May 3 and ticket cost is $35.00 a single and $60.00 a couple. For ticket purchases see Brittany Bannister, Megan Warren, Brandon Murray or Justin Bush.
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Congratulations to all the winter sports athletes who received postseason honors. Also congratulations to the coaches and players of the boys basketball team for winning the NCTL South and District championship. Good Luck to all those participating in Spring sports.
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Up and coming is a donkey basketball game on Saturday, May 3rd. This event is sponsored by the Freshmen class. More details to follow.
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Free and reduced meal forms are available in the offices. They can be completed at any time during the year. Only 1 application needs to be filled out per family. Breakfast is served every morning beginning at 7:30 a.m. for a cost of $1.25. Lunch is $1.75 for elementary and $2.00 for Junior/Senior High School students. If your children qualify they will either receive free meals or a reduced price meal. Reduced price meal is $.30 for breakfast and $.40 for lunch. If you have any questions please contact Cindy in the Superintendent’s Office at 378-5200 ext. 3000.
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All of the students at Peck Elementary are celebrating March Is Reading Month with various special activities designed around the theme, “Reading is music for your mind.” To help celebrate reading, State Representative John Espinoza visited our First Graders on Monday. Both classes joined together to listen to Rep. Espinoza read a Dora book.
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Click to view photos in our gallery from the High School spring play.
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Mark your calendar for the next PPTO meeting to be held in Mr. Graves’ room at 4:00 on Monday, April 7th, right after spring break. The PPTO will be presenting a magic show on the evening of Friday, April 25. More details to follow.
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Friday, March 21st, marks the end of the third marking period. Parent-teacher conferences will be held the following Thursday, March 27th, from 4:00-7:00. Your input and insights are most appreciated as we work together to provide the best education possible for your child.
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Parents of Kindergarten students are asked to call the elementary office at 810-378-5200 to begin the registering process for the 2008-2009 school year. If you have a child who will be five years old on or before December 1st, you are asked to call and supply the Elementary office with your child’s name, address, phone number, date of birth, and set up an appointment.
Kindergarten registration will be held on Tuesday, April 15, and Thursday, April 17. At that time parents will be asked to supply the school with a copy of their child’s birth certificate, updated immunization records, copy of the child’s social security number and a proof of residency. If you know of someone who may not have the opportunity to receive this information, or who may be planning to move to the Peck area or would like to attend Peck Schools in the near future, please pass this information on.
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The JV and Varsity Boys Basketball teams will be having a dessert awards banquet on Tuesday, March 25th at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. Each boy is asked to bring a dessert for this event.
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The JV and Varsity Girls Basketball Awards Banquet will be held on Monday, March 17th at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. Each girl is asked to bring a dish to pass for this event. The girls received letters regarding this and what they have been asked to bring so please ask your daughter about that.
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One evening of Parent/Teacher conferences will take place on Thursday, March 27th from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. The following day, Friday March 28th, school will dismiss at 11:30 a.m.
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If you have not already done so mark your calendars for Spring Break. There will be no classes the week of March 31st through April 4. Classes will resume April 7th.
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School will not be in session Friday, March 21st as we observe Good Friday.
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March 20 marks the end of the third marking period for this school year.
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The Junior class will once again put on the Prom. This year the Prom will take place at the Knights of Columbus Hall south of Lexington on Lakeshore Rd. Ticket cost is $35.00 a single and $60.00 a couple. For ticket purchases see Brittany Bannister, Megan Warren, Brandon Murray or Justin Bush.
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Sleeping Beauty and the Beast will take place Friday and Saturday nights, March 14 & 15 at 7:00 p.m. in the old gym of the high school. Admission is $3.00 for all those that might be looking for laughs and adventure in a far away kingdom.
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The National Honor Society process is in it’s final stage. The faculty will be making their final decision next week. Letters will be sent home to the candidates when the final decision has been made.
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Spring Sports has started and will start playing after spring break. We will be looking for workers for our track meets to be held on April 18th and May 1st. If you are willing to help out please call the high school office.
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Up and coming is a donkey basketball game on Saturday, May 3rd. This event is sponsored by the Freshmen class. More details to follow.
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Thanks to all those that came out and enjoyed the fish fries this year. They were a huge success!
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The PPTO needs your help to earn money for our school. We are now collecting Spartan UPC’s along with Box Top labels. Just cut them and send them with your student or drop them off at the elementary office. Thank you for your continuing support.
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View photos in our gallery from the Battle of the Books competion.
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Congratulations to the Varsity Boys Basketball team for winning District's. Click to view photos in our gallery.
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Regional Basketball game
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The Mobile Dentist will be at Peck Elementary on March 6. Forms have been sent home with our students. Anyone wishing to participate must have returned the forms to school by Feb. 22.
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Are you in TUNE for March is Reading Month? This year’s theme is “Reading Is Music for Your Mind”. The Peck Elementary Spirit Committee has HARMONIOUSLY COMPOSED several activities to help the staff and students get into the SWING of reading. Your child’s teacher’s newsletter or letters sent from the office will keep you informed on all classroom and elementary activities for the month. Several activities will include parent involvement. Along with snacks, we ask that parents ensure that your child is reading at home on a daily basis.
Thank you for all you do as parents to make this a successful program.
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Booster Meeting the school on Thursday, March 6th at 7:00 p.m. - please join us!
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The last fish fry of this season will be held on Friday, March 7th. We will be serving from 4:00 p.m. till 7:30 p.m. We will be featuring cod and walleye, fries, cole slaw, rolls and coffee and punch. The cost for Adults is $7.00, Jr. High and High School $6.00 and Elementary students $5.00. Under 5 free.
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Saturday, March 1st is the final day to sign players up for the summer baseball and softball leagues. Registration will be in the media center at Peck Schools from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The player fee is $25.00 with a family cost for three or more of $75.00.
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Kindergarten Round-Up has been scheduled for April 15 and 17. If your child will be five years old by Dec. 1, 2008, he/she can start school in the fall. Please contact the elementary office at 378-5200 to register your child.
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The Mobile Dentist will be at Peck Elementary on March 6. Forms have been sent home with our students. Anyone wishing to participate must return the forms to school by Feb. 22.
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Lifetouch will be here on February 26 to take spring pictures. Details will be sent home with our students.
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We are participating in a program that allows us to earn FREE school equipment. Until March 31 we will be able to turn cash register receipts from Jerry’s Foodland in Sandusky and Vinckier Foods in Yale into valuable and important educational equipment free of charge. Save your receipts and send them to school with your child.
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The P.P.T.O. needs YOU! Please come to a meeting and help us plan for upcoming events. Our meetings are held every 1st Monday of the month at 4:00 p.m. in Mr. Graves’ room. Our next meeting is March 3rd.
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March 11, 12, 13 are the dates for the State of Michigan required testing for all high school Juniors. This series of tests are also necessary to complete at Peck High School to meet graduation requirements. Students earning high scores on the tests will earn up to $4,000.00 toward their college education as part of the Michigan Promise program. More information will be forthcoming as this date draws nearer.
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See Miss Davidson for the most recently scholarship information. Local scholarship will become available sometime at the end of March.
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Letters have been sent out to those students with a 3.0 or higher GPA. Applications are due on February 27th by 3:00 p.m. After applications are in an interview schedule will be available. From there the 5 member faculty council will make the final decision. Students will be notified by mail of the results from the faculty council. The induction banquet will take place on April 23rd. Submitting an application is not a guarantee for induction. The faculty council decision is final and there is no appeal process.
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There will be an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 22 at 1 p.m. This will take place at Peck American Legion Pines Club Bar. This is for those children 12 and under.
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This year the 3 on 3 tournament will be held on April 11th and 12th. The cost for a team is $60.00. Applications are now available in the high school office.
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The annual fish fries will be held on February 22nd and March 7th. We will be serving from 4:00 p.m. till 7:30 p.m. We will be featuring cod and walleye, fries, cole slaw, rolls and coffee and punch. The cost for Adults is $7.00, Jr. High and High School $6.00 and Elementary students $5.00. Under 5 free.
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Boys Basketball Districts will start on Monday, February 25th at Peck. The Pirates play at 7:30 p.m. The game after that will be on Wednesday, February 27th with the finals on Friday at 7 p.m.
Come out and support our team in a quest for a district championship! GOOD LUCK PIRATES!!
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The February 27th game at CPS is reschedule for February 28th same time. The February 23rd game at Peck is rescheduled for March 8th at Peck 1:00 p.m. start time. Sorry for the inconvenience but we are trying to work around District schedules.
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On April 16, 2008 Brown City Community Schools and Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox are inviting all adults interested in attending the Michigan CSI Community Seminar (one –hour Internet safety presentation). Topics covered will include: how to access the Michigan Sex Offender Registry, how to obtain reliable information on parental control software, search and access your child’s social networking sites, view Internet history logs, access and modify settings for safer surfing on Internet search engines (i.e., Yahoo! and Google). The presentation will be held in the High School Gym/Cafeteria and begin at 7:00 p.m.
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Home with OLLH
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2nd Quarter Honor Roll Assembly photos are now available in our photo gallery.
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Ident-A-Kid has been rescheduled for Friday, Feb. 22, at 9:30 AM.
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Kindergarten Round-Up has been scheduled for April 15 and 17. If your child will be five years old by Dec. 1, 2008, he/she can start school in the fall.
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In case of an early dismissal from school because of inclement weather or power outage, we attempt to make courtesy calls to parents of our students in Kindergarten through third grade. If there is a sibling in fourth grade or above, we will not be calling. It is very important that you have a current phone number on file in the Elementary office where you can be reached in an emergency. Also, keep in mind that in the event of a power outage, your cordless phone will not work.
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With the onset of winter weather, it is important for the students to be dressed appropriately with warm coats, hats, gloves or mittens and have snow pants and boots to wear for recess.
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Orders are still being taken for Elementary yearbooks. Students who didn’t order a picture package can still order a yearbook for $12 with forms that have been sent home. The deadline for ordering is Friday, Jan. 18. If you still need an order form, contact the Elementary office.
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The PPTO has a few birthday calendars available in the Elementary office for $4.25.
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With exams coming up students are now getting study information and are reviewing class materials with their teachers to prepare for semester finals. As parents you should notice your children bringing home books and study materials to prepare for exams. If not, ask them about exams. Also, please be sure to help your children on exam days by making sure they get plenty of rest the night before and are eating a good breakfast the day of their exams.
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Audio equipment/beepers/cell phones/MP3 players, or other electronic devices are not allowed in school. If brought to school, such items will be confiscated and parents may be required to come to school to claim equipment. 2nd time will result in suspension from school.
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As the semester comes to a close and semester grades are calculated it will soon be time for the National Honor Society process to begin. To be considered for the National Honor Society you must be a 10th, 11th or 12th grader with a 3.0 grade point average or better. Those 10th, 11th and 12th graders that aren’t already a member will receive a letter sometime in early February inviting you to apply for our chapter. There will be an application and an interview process for students to complete in order to be considered. A five member faculty council will make the final decision and then their will be an induction ceremony on April 23rd.
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Snowball is schedule for February 1st, 2008. The basketball team will be playing Akron-Fairgrove on that evening. More details to follow.
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The Financial Aid meeting scheduled at the Career Center for January 28th has been changed to February 4th from 7-9 p.m.
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The Peck Summer Softball program will be hosting a Scotch Doubles on Saturday February 2nd to raise money for the summer leagues. Two shifts will run at 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. The cost is $25.00 per couple. If you are interested in signing up to participate or to donate for prizes contact Lori Franzel at 810-387-9792, Tina Van Conant at 810-679-0034, or Debbie Dhooghe at 810-378-5043
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Due to the fact that Port Hope doesn’t have a JV Boys Basketball team we are picking up a game at North Huron on February 19th starting at 6:00 p.m.
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There is an alumni game between Peck and Brown City scheduled for Saturday, January 19th at Peck. The classes of 2001-2007 will start at 5:00 p.m., classes of 1990 – Before will begin at 6:30 p.m. and the classes of 1991 – 2000 will begin at 8:00 p.m. For more details and to register to play please contact the high school office at 378-5200 or plan on attending to support your favorite alumni player - admission for all three games is $3.00 (children under 10 and senior citizens are free).
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The Cheerleaders will be sponsoring a spaghetti dinner on January 19th from 4:00-7:30 p.m. in the school cafeteria. This event will occur prior to the Alumni Basketball games. The costs are as follows: Adults $6.00, Students-$5.00, Elementary-$4.00 and 4 and under Free.
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Click to browse photos in our gallery of the 1st Quarter Honor Roll Assembly.
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Seventy Peck Elementary students worked their hardest to get on the Honor Roll for the first marking period. As a result, the students were treated to an afternoon of bowling at Liberty Lanes in Sandusky. Food, recreation, and fun; what more could you ask for!!! The next honor roll field trip will be ROLLER SKATING!!!
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The Varsity football and cheerleading banquet will be held Tuesday, November 27 starting at 6:30 p.m. This is a potluck dinner. Football players are asked to bring a side dish, cheerleaders are asked to bring a dessert, meat and
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With girls basketball played now as a winter sport the first Varsity and JV basketball games will be played on Friday, November 30. The girls will open up with a home game against Dryden. Tip off time for the JV game will be 6:00 pm and will be followed by the varsity game. The Jr. High girls will not play their first game until February 6. Good luck to all the girls this winter season.
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Students will be in school Monday and Tuesday, November 19 and 20. Wednesday begins Thanksgiving break. There will not be classes on November 21, 22, 23. Classes will resume Monday, November 26.
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Congratulation to Michael Mann who has been selected as Michigan’s Wendy’s High School Heisman recipient. Michael was nominated by the school to represent Peck for his academic achievement, athletic performance and involvement in various community service projects. Then he was selected as one of Michigan’s semi-finalist and then we were notified that he was chosen to represent Michigan. From here he will compete for the Midwestern region honors. If Michael is chosen to represent the Midwestern region he will go to New York City for the final step of the competition. You can watch his progress in this event by logging on to www.wendyshighschoolheisman. The Regional winner will be named by November 21st. Congratulations and Best of Luck in the next step of this competition. This not only is an honor for Michael, but also for the school and the community.
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Congratulations to Coach Pouch who has been chosen as the Dream Team Coach of the Year by the Sandusky Tribune. This is quite an honor and is well deserved. Congratulations Coach Pouch!
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The National Honor Society is selling fruit again this year! There are various items such as oranges, apples, grapefruit and pears that can be ordered or a combination of these. Please call the high school office for more details at 378-5200. Prices vary.
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As we start the winter sports season we will be experiencing a huge change in the format. As you are aware the girls basketball team will be playing this winter for the first time ever. We have done major planning as to how we are going to handle this change and good plans are never perfect so please bare with us as we experience this change together. Since we are having problems with gym times and space we have to use the old gym for practices and games. Some nights we will be having two events at the same time, however understand that you will only be paying one price and you can attend both games. The cost of nights when there are two events going on is $4.00. Please parents we need your help in making sure that your children are not running around in the hallways during these events. Again please bear with us as we experience this huge change together.
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The Boosters would like to thank all those that participated in this year’s Feather Party. It was a huge success! Thanks also to all those that worked to make this a success. See ya again next year.
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The Elk Township Library will be sponsoring a Christmas Story Hour on Thursday, November 29th at 6:30 p.m.
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Mr. Kreger, a big Michigan football fan, was startled to find his sixth grade classroom vandalized when arriving Friday morning before the Michigan vs. Michigan State game. “I was aghast to discover my classroom drowning in green,” Mr. Kreger told elementary principal Mrs. Reed. Evidence suggests the culprits may include sixth grade students from Mr. Kreger’s very own class, but somebody on staff would have had to provide access to the room. Mr. Kreger was able to stand proud, in the end, as his team won in the football game. Maze and blue took the football field with a victory, meanwhile the vandals who covered his classroom in green are surely green with envy.
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Browse our gallery of elementary students dressed in their Halloween costumes.
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The 6th grade took a field trip to the Summer Winds Farm Sanctuary which is located between Peck and Brown City. Lion and Tigers and Bears, Oh My!!!!! It is unbelievable that such an awesome place is so close to Peck Community Schools!! The 6th graders had a blast, the parents were in awe and the animals were at their prime. Most kids said it one of the best field trips they have been on. When I are we going again??? Click to browse pictures in our gallery.
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Browse photos of girls Varsity Volleyball in our gallery.
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Our annual Elementary Halloween parade will take place on Wednesday, October 31. This year we would like to try something new. If weather permits, we will parade on the track around the football field at 2:00. In case of inclement weather, we will have our parade as usual in the old gym at 2:30. We ask that students not wear their costumes or makeup to school, but put them on just before the parade. Also, weapons are not allowed.
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In the past few weeks we have had several students diagnosed with ringworm. This can be very contagious, especially among school-age children. Symptoms include itchy, red, raised, scaly patches that may blister and ooze. The patches often have sharply-defined edges. They are often redder around the outside with normal skin tone in the center which creates the appearance of a ring. If your son or daughter experiences any of these symptoms, you may want to seek medical attention.
Ringworm can be passed from one person to the next by direct skin-to-skin contact or by contact with contaminated items such as combs, unwashed clothing, and shower or pool surfaces. You may also catch ringworm from pets or strays that carry the fungus. Most of our cases have come from contact with cats.
We are taking all precautions at school by spending additional time cleaning and disinfecting surfaces.
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We are participating in a program that allows us to earn FREE school equipment. From Sept. 1, 2007, until March 31, 2008 we will be able to turn cash register receipts from Jerry’s Foodland in Sandusky and Vinckier Foods in Yale into valuable and important educational equipment free of charge. Save your receipts and send them to school with your child.
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We have completed two weeks of MEAP Testing in our third through sixth grades. Some grades still have more testing to complete in the coming week. You may have heard or read about the security breach at an elementary school in Jackson. A reporter wrote a story in which he described the topic that the students were writing about. Because some schools hadn’t taken that particular test yet, all 5th and 6th graders will have to take part 1A of the writing test again. We are still waiting to get the details from the state as to when that will take place.
We are trying to stay positive about all of the required testing. Parental support is extremely important as we complete our testing. You can also help your students by making sure that they have a good night’s sleep and a healthy breakfast before they come to school. These have both proven to help boost student achievement.
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Congratulations to the Peck Football Pirates for winning the 2007 North Central Thumb League championship. Their hard work and dedication has paid off for them. Head coach Rob Pouch and his assistant coaches Kevin Germain and Del Bloomfield have done a wonderful job working with their young men to get them ready to play game in and game out. The entire community of Peck can be very proud of the Peck football program.
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This is a clarification on the use of family passes. The family passes purchased by a family are solely intended for the use by a family living under the same roof during a school year. It is not for extended families. Please do not put the ticket takers in a bad situation by indicating that you are included under a family pass when you don’t live in the same household as the family that purchased it. If this issue continues family passes will be eliminated.
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The annual Booster Club Feather Party will be held, Wednesday, November 14th at the St. John’s Parish Hall in Peck. For those that don’t know this is an event where you play BINGO and the prizes are hams, turkeys and fruit baskets. The doors will open at 6:00 p.m. with the Early Bird game starting at 6:45 p.m. Proceeds benefit all students at Peck.
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The Peck/Omard Kid’s Club will be sponsoring a Harvest Dinner on Saturday, October 27th from 3-8 p.m. featuring turkey and the fixins. This event will be held at the Peck Senior Center. The cost is Adults & children over 7-$8.00 and Children 4-7 $5.00, children under 4 free. The proceeds benefit children who wish to go to church camp.
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The Junior class at Peck Community Schools will hold a Mostacolli dinner on Friday, October 26, 2007, from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the school’s old gym. Besides Mostacolli, the all-you-can-eat dinner will include corn, pork and beans, rolls, pickles, coffee, punch, and numerous salads and desserts. Ticket prices are as follows: Adults (12-62) $7. Seniors (63 & older) $6. Children (5-11) $5. Four and under are FREE. Please support your area school and join us for a great dinner, followed by a super football game.
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The Elk Township Library will be having a Halloween Story Hour on Thursday, October 25th starting at 6:30 p.m.
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The 2006-07 Annual Report is available for download.
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Kindergarten through Second Grade students visited the Smoke House where members of the Elk Township Fire Department taught them about fire safety in the home.
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Browse pictures from the 2007-08 Homecoming.
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We have begun the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) in grades three through nine. The MEAP window will run from October 8 through October 26. Depending on grade level, students will be tested in English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Our teachers have been working diligently to prepare our students. You can help them by making sure that they have a good night’s sleep and a healthy breakfast before they come to school. Both of those have proven to boost student achievement.
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No student will be allowed to leave school prior to dismissal time without a written request signed by the parent, a person whose signature is on file in the School office or the parent coming to the school office to request the release, or verbal confirmation by phone. No student will be released to a person other than a custodial parent(s) without written permission signed by the custodial parent(s) or guardian or verbal confirmation by phone. Students in grades 9-12 are given the privilege to go off school grounds to local restaurants, bakery, or party store for lunch. Students should exhibit the same behaviors as required in school or this privilege may be revoked. Students are not allowed to go to any other home but their own for lunch and their parent/guardian must notify the school giving permission. Violations will result in a suspension. Students are expected to remain on school property once they arrive at school.
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FROM: Mike Flanagan, Superintendent of Public Instruction
We need your help! Please help us identify and recognize Michigan’s excellent teachers and the contributions they make to the success of the learning community. The Michigan Department of Education website provides a nomination form that makes it easy for you, school parents, students, and other Michigan citizens to tell a great teacher that her/his efforts are recognized and appreciated.
To access the form:
1. Go to http://www.michigan.gov/mtoy-application on the Internet
2. Complete the Teacher of the Year Nomination Form and submit.
The deadline for online nominations is November 2, 2007.
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A special thank you goes to the Peck Jr./Sr. High School Student Council for donating the funds to complete the landscaping project. All of the shrubs along the north end of the Jr./Sr. High School were purchased from funds donated by the Student Council. Dale Ferguson and Pete Bullis with the help of Jeff Warren from the Village of Peck removed the old, overgrown shrubs and replaced them with new shrubs. Miss Robinet and Mrs. Gordon are the Student Council advisors. Kayla O’Connor is the Student Council President.
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On Saturday, October 13 Tru-Green Chem Lawn will be putting a final application on the school grounds. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the school.
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Parents if you already haven’t done so please take the time to complete the meal application form. Families who qualify will receive either free or reduced price breakfast and lunch. Applications can be submitted anytime throughout the year. Not only do families benefit from this program but the school does as well, various programs that the government allocates to Peck is based on our free/reduced numbers.
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Thanks to those individuals who came out and supported the National Honor Society blood drive last week. We had 15 new donors give and we surpassed our goal by one person. Thanks again. Our next blood drive is February 27th so mark your calendars.
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If you are interested in a low-cost accident insurance plan for your child, stop by the Elementary office to pick up an application.
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We are participating in a program that allows us to earn FREE school equipment. Through March 31, 2008 we will be able to turn cash register receipts from Jerry’s Foodland in Sandusky and Vinckier Foods in Yale into valuable and important educational equipment free of charge. Save your receipts and send them to school with your child.
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For all girls interested in Girl Scouts, there will be a sign-up on Thursday, October 4th at 6:30 pm in the Media Center. For more information, contact Christy Gordon, (810) 679-4580.
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Our fall fundraiser will start on Sept. 24th and end on Oct. 8th.
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The PPTO is no longer collecting Campbell’s Soup labels, but clip those Box Tops for Education. Each class is trying to win a pizza party and raise money for our school by bringing in the most Box Tops.
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The PPTO needs YOU! Please come to a meeting and help us plan for upcoming events. Our meetings are held every 1st Monday of the month at 4:00 in Mr. Graves’ room.
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Lifetouch will be taking school pictures on Tuesday, Sept. 25th. Forms were sent home with your child this week. Lifetouch will again be offering an elementary yearbook which must be ordered with your package.
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Our Elementary Safety Patrol is back on duty with all new members from our 6th grade class under the supervision of Mr. Kreger. This year’s group consists of Wesley Bissett, Courtney Gordon, Tristan Haener, Jennifer Lechnyr, Jim Maitland, Kelsey Pitts, Sarah Shell, Trevor Sheridan, Ben Tarzwell, and Tara VanConant. We greatly appreciate this community service being performed by these young people.
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Congratulations to Jessica Barber and Danielle Dombrowski for their outstanding equestrian season. These two girls alone finished 3rd in Division D. Congratulations ladies on a superb season. Also special thanks goes out to Jennifer Barber who coached Jessica and Danielle.
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There will be a 5K run and a one mile fun walk following the homecoming parade at the track. This event is in memory of three former Peck students-Ellen Foley, Ryan Martus and Debbie Krantz. For more information and registration forms please see the high school office or Paula Davidson.
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Congratulations to Kayla O’Connor who was chosen by the high school staff to be this years Daughter of the American Revolution Good Citizen. She was chosen for her good display of citizenship during her years of high school. Congratulations, Kayla!
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Make your plans for “Haunted Homecoming”. The week of October 1st -6th is homecoming week. Spirit Days are:
Monday – Pajama Day
Tuesday – Twin Day
Wednesday – Costume Day
Thursday – College Day
Friday – Red & White Day
The parade will be Saturday, October 6 at 10:00 a.m. The king and queen will be announced at the four corners during the parade. The Chili Dinner will be held immediately following the parade at the school cafeteria. The Pirates will take on the Kinde North Huron Warriors for the game on Saturday. Kickoff is schedule for 2:00 p.m. The semi-formal dance will end the Homecoming festivities, it will be held from 8-11:30 p.m. in the cafeteria.
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Lifetouch will be at Peck Schools to take student pictures Tuesday, September 25th.
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Friday, September 21st marks the end of the first three week period of school. This means that progress reports will be going out the following week. This year progress reports will be given to the students to bring home to their parents. Any student getting a C- or lower in any class(s) will receive a progress report. In addition, teachers may send progress reports for positive information pertaining to their students. Parents should be sure to ask their children if they received a progress report.
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Student dress affects student behavior and educational attitudes. In order to promote a positive learning environment certain standards should be maintained. Improper apparel includes: hats, sunglasses, bandannas, clothing without sleeves, bare midriffs, flip-flops, sheer or otherwise revealing clothing, pajamas, spiked jewelry, chains hanging from clothing, skirts, dresses and shorts of less than mid-thigh length (must extend past finger tips), shorts that are not properly hemmed (no cutoffs). Pants must be worn so undergarments are not visible. Clothing viewed as educationally distracting or inappropriate due to wording or sayings will not be allowed. Any item that has any reference to drugs, beer, alcohol, or tobacco of any kind is not allowed. ALL COATS, JACKETS AND BOOK BAGS ARE TO BE PLACED IN LOCKERS AND ARE NOT TO BE WORN IN OR TAKEN TO CLASS.
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Breakfast is served every morning at 7:30 a.m. Students who participate definitely start their day out right.
Cost for breakfast is $1.25. For those who qualify for reduced lunch the charge is $.30 and students who qualify for free lunch also receive a free breakfast. If your child rides the bus to school, they are allowed off the bus as soon as they arrive and are given adequate time to eat.
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Sept. 24 Dryden A 5:30 p.m.
Oct. 1 Akron H 5:30 p.m.
Oct. 8 Kingston A 5:30 p.m.
Oct. 15 N.Huron A 5:30 p.m.
Oct. 22 Memphis H 5:30 p.m.
Oct. 29 OG H 5:30 p.m.
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The NHS will be hosting a blood drive at the school on September 27th from 2-6:45 p.m. You must be 17 years of age, in good health and weigh at least 110 pounds. Please come out and support this worthy event.
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There is a Parent Advisory Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 17 @ 6:00 p.m. in the media center. We are looking for input from the community regarding ways we can better meet the needs of our students. There will be a brief overview of our annual report and current school improvement plan and then time will be given for suggestions or concerns. If you have any questions please contact the school.
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The Peck Parent-Teacher Organization (PPTO) is looking for new members to join. Meetings are the first Monday of each month, at 3:15 PM in Mrs. Metevier’s 5th Grade classroom. The first meeting of the school year is this coming Monday, Sept. 10th.
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Lifetouch will be taking school pictures on Tuesday, Sept. 25th. Forms will be sent home with your child the week before. Lifetouch will again be offering an elementary yearbook which must be ordered with your package.
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Unless your child is attending before school study hall (7:00 AM), please don’t drop your child off any earlier than 7:30 AM. When picking up your child, you must stop in the office and sign them out. If you are waiting to pick them up after school, please do so by the office. We do not want people down the hallways for safety purposes. If you are picking up your child in the south parking lot, please call the school and let us know so the teachers can send the student out the back door with supervision.
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The elementary will be offering support study halls, staffed with paraprofessionals, each morning starting at 7:00 AM. After school study hall is open Monday through Thursday from 3:05-4:00 PM. If your child is staying for the after school support, please have transportation provided at 4:00 PM sharp, as staff does not receive pay for overtime. In addition, forms need to be completed for your child to attend. These forms can be completed in the elementary office.
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Welcome back! School is off and running. Thank you, parents, for supplying students with the supplies, support, motivation and excitement for your child’s new school year. Please keep up with school information by reading this bi-weekly newsletter, classroom newsletters and by using the school’s website: www.peckschools.org
Mrs. Reed
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Make your plans for homecoming. The week of October 1st -6th is homecoming week. The Pirates will take on the Kinde North Huron Warriors for the game on Saturday. Kickoff is schedule for 2:00.
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I trust that everyone had a great summer. I am happy to see all the students back at Peck Jr/Sr High School and looking forward to another great year. The teachers have been in since August 28th and their classrooms are ready to be filled with students eager to learn. The custodians have done another great job of getting the building into shape and it is ready for students to return. Best wishes to all the students for a great 2007-08 school year.
Mr. Roles
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Hunter Safety Classes will begin at the Croswell Lions Club 17 Wells St. in Croswell.
Classes will be held on;
Sept 10th 4:30 – 9:00
14th 5:00 – 9:00
17th 5:00 – 9:00
20th 5:00 – 9:30
Students must attend all four classes to get certified. For further information or to pre-register call 810-359-5808. Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend!!
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Seniors will be bringing home to their parents a follow up report on the MME test that was taken spring 2007. Parents can look over the report and see how their child did on this state required test. There are four levels to each portion of the test and a student needed to score a level one or level two to pass that portion. Any student not passing part or all of the tests will be given a voucher to pay for a retake of the test at a later date and at a specific testing location. Peck Schools does not give the ACT retest but will be giving the MME portion of the test in October.
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The 2007 yearbooks have arrived and can be picked up from Miss Davidson. Please make sure to bring your receipt when picking up your book. There are a few extras available for a cost of $40.00.
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Family passes for home sporting events can be obtained in Miss D’s office or the high school office for $150.00. This is good for all home sporting events during the regular season. Student passes can be obtained for $40.00 and adult single passes for $50.00. Please remember that any MHSAA tournament conducted at Peck will not be included in the family pass.
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Did you know all the Class Notes newsletters are available on this website? Download any newsletter including the newest August 2007 edition.
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Elementary teachers and staff line the bus driveway for the Big Wave, an annual tradition sending students off for summer vacation.
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For the upcoming school year, 2007-2008, Campbell’s soup labels will no longer be collected. However, please continue cutting out and saving Box Tops labels and return them to the school.
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If you missed registering your child for kindergarten and you would still like to, please call the school at 378-5200 to set up an appointment.
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On Tuesday, May 22nd, the Class of 2019 celebrated their graduation of Kindergarten with the gathering of families and friends in a graduation ceremony. These bright young students received diplomas in front of a crowd of nearly 200 spectators. Some students received attendance certificates and individual classroom awards for their accomplishments. The festivities were enhanced with big smiles, bright red caps and dangling tassels. Great job and congratulations class of 2019!
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The upper elementary (grades 3-6) students were honored at a special evening program in the high school gymnasium on Thursday, May 17th. Students were acknowledged for honor roll, citizenship, outstanding attendance, fine arts, CCC lab proficiency, MEAP proficiency and special individual room honors. The evening festivities acknowledged the outstanding efforts of approximately 160 students, receiving nearly 300 awards. Top honors for the evening went to Jessica Grifka, Jarrett Bell, Chase Bullis, Katie Weller, Alex Ryckman, Rebecca Brennan, Elizabeth Berry, Miranda Davis, Keegan Gallagher, Larissa Gerstenberger for the President’s Excellence Award. Receiving “All A” trophies were: Hannah Ferguson, Lindsey Sharrard, Alyssa Vargo, Amanda Bartle, Hailey Sharrard, Brittany Potter, Katie Weller, Rebecca Brennan, Elizabeth Berry and Miranda Davis. Winners of the Citizens of the Year awards were: Lindsey Sharrard, Rae Peterson, Alyssa Vargo, Eilish Warner, Hailey Sharrard, Sarah Shell, Alex Ryckman and Joelle Rosenthal. Great job everyone!
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Anyone who did not get an elementary yearbook please contact the elementary office at 378-5200. The cost of the full colored book is $10.00.
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We are taking orders for the 2006-07 yearbooks. The cost is $40.00. Students may put down a $20.00 deposit now and pay the remainder when the book arrives in mid-September. See Miss Davidson to place your order. We are a fall delivered book so we are able to put the end of the year activities in it.
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Report Cards will be available for pickup starting on June 12th through June 14th. If you would like to have your report cards sent home please provide a self-addressed stamped envelope to the high school or elementary offices by the last day of school.
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Mark Youngs, Women’s Head Basketball Coach at Davenport University will be conducting a basketball camp for area girls in grades 4-12. The camp will take place June 11-13 at Peck High School. Coach Youngs, is in his fifth season at DU and has lead his teams to five straight national post season tournaments. In addition the Lady Panthers were the Wolverine-Hoosier tournament champions in 2006 and the WHAC Conference Champs in 2007. Camp cost is $40.00 which includes a camp t-shirt and plenty of hands on skill work directed by the WHAC Coach of the Year. For more information contact Peck High School at 810-378-5200
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We are in the process of scheduling 7th – 11th for the 2007-08. Due to changes being imposed by the state starting with next years 9th graders we want to make sure everything is taken care of properly. Please be patient with us as we go through this change. Students will have a schedule before they leave for summer vacation. If you have any questions please feel free to contact the high school office at 810 378-5200.
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The Community Cedar Point Trip is scheduled for June 20, 2007. The cost of the trip is $75.00. For more information about this event please contact Debbie Gordon at 679-9820. If the bus is not full by June 7th the trip will be cancelled for this year.
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Sport physicals are scheduled for Friday, June 22, 2007 at the school. They will be held from 9:00 a.m. until noon and 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. Cost is $10.00 and a physical card must be purchased from the high school office prior to June 22nd. All athletes (7th – 12th grade) must have a physical before they can participate with their team. This is the only day that physicals will be offered at the school.
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Click to browse 669 photos in our gallery from Seniors last day, rehearsal, graduation, and reception.
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At 10 a.m. on the first Wednesday of May Peck Elementary students participated in All Children Exercising Simultaneously (ACES), an international initiative to increase children’s interest in physical activity. For 19 years ACES has reached millions of children, parents, and teachers from more than 50 countries. In 2006 almost half a million Michigan children from 1,000 schools exercised on ACES day. Click to view photos from the event.
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Wednesday, May 2 fifth graders graduated from the D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program. D.A.R.E. is a police officer-led series of lessons that teaches children how to resist peer pressure and live productive drug and violence-free lives.
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On April 28 three Peck students competed in the SkillsUSA State Championship Quiz Bowl as part of the Sanilac Career Center quiz bowl team. The team won second place after a narrow defeat of just one question for the first place spot. The first place team will be competing for the National Championship, should that team be unable to compete than the Sanilac Career Center’s team will take their place.
Congratulations to all the team members.
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Students celebrated writing with a Young Authors’ Day on April 13th. They shared stories and listened to Author, Artist, and Entertainer Kevin Kammeraad. They had an interactive musical assembly where students learned about Michigan’s state symbols, the logging and mining industries, the fur trade, the state capital, and other interesting facts, while catching a glimpse of the making of his new book and album. To learn more about him check out his website: www.tomatocollection.com
On April 20th twenty students were recognized for their outstanding writing. Their books were selected to be published and put in our library for others to enjoy!
Congratulations to this year’s Young Author Winners!!!
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Click to view photos from the high school 3rd Quarter Honor Roll Assembly.
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Peck students, as part of the Sanilac Career Center’s networking class, took first place in the regional Skills USA Quiz Bowl. The team’s winning score was more than double the score of the second place team. Next the team will move on to state competitions in Lansing. Michigan’s first place team in will compete in Nationals.
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The students and faculty at Peck Elementary School got “Wild” about reading during March’s Reading Month. They turned their school into a jungle and read, read, read!! They also participated in a “Read-a-thon”. Students collected pledges from friends and family based on how many books, pages, or chapters they might read during an entire school day. On Wednesday, March 21, students in first through sixth grades read from 8:00-3:00. They had a great time taking a day off from studies to wear their P.J.’s to school and read all day. Through the Read-A-Thon, students were able to collect $2,400.83!!!! The money raised went to the Sanilac County Humane Society since our theme for March’s Reading Month was animals. Students and faculty had a great time reading and are very proud of themselves for collecting and donating money to the Humane Society for the animals care.
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On Friday, March 2nd, 2007, the peck Elementary teachers and parents honored the top citizens for each classroom during an assembly in the high school gymnasium. For the month of March, the following award winners received pins and certificates:
Kindergarten: Morgan Winarski, Dylan Kuhn, Jesse Demaray, Logan Cheney
1st Grade: Marriah Schlorke, Madyson VanBrande
2nd Grade: Danielle Reed, Anna Dhooghe
3rd Grade: Brandon Potter, Christian Ferris
4th Grade: Bailey Sell, Cody Straffon
5th Grade: Niki Reese, Tyler Beurman
6th Grade: Courtney Franzel, Joelle Rosenthal
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If you did not get a chance to stop by the school for parent/teacher conferences and pick up your child’s report card, they were sent home with the students Friday, April 13th.
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Saturday, April 28 This year’s Jr.-Sr. prom will take place at the Fog Cutter in Port Huron.
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April 25th will be the annual Spring Show in the media center at Peck Community Schools. Stop by and see projects that students have been working on this school year. Also, head to the gym to listen to the school bands as they perform a variety of songs for your enjoyment. Concert time is 7:00.
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Congratulations to Ashleigh Merkau who is the 2007 valedictorian at Peck High School. Ashleigh finished with a grade point average of 4.385 and plans to attend Saginaw Valley State University in the fall to study accounting.
Congratulations to Tiffanie Fletcher who is the salutatorian for the class of 2007. Tiffanie finished with a grade point of 4.328 and plans to attend Saginaw Valley State University in the fall and study journalism and communication.
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The Peck Summer League will be sponsoring a golf fundraiser on Saturday, May 5th. For more information call Debi at 378-5455 or Sue Likins at 387-9906. This will be a 4 person scramble which will cost $60.00 per person.
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Tots-N-Teens Preschool at the Sanilac Career Center is currently accepting applications for fall registration. Children between the ages of 3-5 can be enrolled in either morning/afternoon session. For more information call (810) 648-4700 ext. 230 and ask for Lisa Farley or Monique Soper.
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There will be a benefit dinner for Drew Watson the son of Stacy Stain and Ryan Watson on April 21st. Drew was diagnosed with a disease called SMA Type I. The benefit lasagna dinner will be held at the Peck American Legion starting at noon. There will be an auction starting at 7 p.m. Proceeds will go to Drew’s family for expenses. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Behnke at 378-5590.
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Congratulations Battle of the Books Teams! On Tuesday, March 13th, the 4th, 5th and 6th graders competed in the annual Battle of the Books Competition. All teams and their coaches did a great job representing their school. The sixth graders took first place for the third year in a row. Great job everyone!
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Parents of Kindergarten students in the Peck School District are asked to call the elementary office at 810-378-5200, to begin the registering process for the 2007-2008 school year. If you have a child who will be 5 years old on or before December 1, you are asked to call and supply the office with your child’s name, address, phone number and date of birth. Kindergarten registration will be held on Tuesday and Thursday, April 17th and 19th, in the elementary office from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Parents will need to call the school and set up an appointment as we will be doing vision, speech, hearing, and Young 5’s screenings at the time of registration. Also, at that time, parents will be asked to supply the school with a copy of their child’s birth certificate, immunization records, copy of their child’s social security number, and proof of residency. If you know of someone who may not have the opportunity to receive this information, or who may be planning to move to the Peck area in the near future, please pass this information on to them.
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Student dress affects student behavior and educational attitudes. In order to promote a positive learning environment certain standards should be maintained. Improper apparel includes: hats, sunglasses, bandannas, sweat suits, clothing without sleeves, gym shorts, bare midriffs, sandals without socks, sheer or otherwise revealing clothing, pajamas, spiked jewelry, chains hanging from clothing, skirts, dresses and shorts of less than mid-thigh length (must extend past finger tips), shorts that are not properly hemmed (no cutoffs). Pants must be worn so undergarments are not visible. Clothing viewed as educationally distracting or inappropriate due to wording or sayings will not be allowed. Shirts that have any reference to drugs, beer, alcohol, or tobacco of any kind are not allowed. ALL COATS, JACKETS AND BOOK BAGS ARE TO BE PLACED IN LOCKERS AND ARE NOT TO BE WORN IN OR TAKEN TO CLASS.
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With spring here so begins the spring sports programs. Student/Athletes have already began there practices. Please show you support by attending as many spring sporting events as possible. Best of luck to our Baseball, Softball, and Track teams.
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Conferences will be held Thursday, April 12th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00p.m.
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Friday, March 30th is the end of the third quarter of school. When classes resume from spring break we will be in the final quarter of this school year.
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Mark your calendars. There will be no classes Monday, April 2nd-Monday,April 9th. Classes resume Tuesday, April 10th.
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MME testing is over with the exception of make-ups. Make-ups will be conducted the week of March 26th.
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The Peck American Legion will be hosting an Easter Egg Hunt for children 12 and under on April 7, 2007 starting at 1:00 p.m. This event will be held at the Pines on Mill Street.
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The Elementary will be sponsoring a book fair on April 11th through the 17th. They will also be set up during parent teacher conferences on April 12 from 4-7 p.m. All proceeds go right back to the school in some form or another.
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First and second grade students will be taking the Terra Nova standardized test the week of March 19th-23rd. This is a very important time for our school as we treat it as the first and second grade version of the MEAP test. Letters will be sent home at a later date from the classroom teachers asking for food and drink donations, as well as reminders of the test dates.
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4th, 5th and 6th grade Battle of the Books competitors will be at Brown City on Tuesday, March 13th competing against other county students. Round one will begin at Brown City Elementary School starting at 4:15 p.m. Final rounds will take place between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. If you have the opportunity, please try and attend, and support our students.
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Peck Elementary has planned many reading events and activities for our annual “March is Reading Month”. Please get involved at home and help us motivate your child to become an enthusiastic reader. Calendars should have come home with your student(s) to inform you of all of the neat events that have been planned in the classrooms/school.
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Parents of Kindergarten students in the Peck School District are asked to call the elementary office at 810-378-5200, to begin the registering process for the 2007-2008 school year. If you have a child who will be 5 years old on or before December 1, you are asked to call and supply the office with your child’s name, address, phone number and date of birth. Kindergarten registration will be held on Tuesday and Thursday, April 17th and 19th, in the elementary office from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Parents will need to call the school and set up an appointment as we will be doing vision, speech, hearing, and Young 5’s screenings at the time of registration. Also, at that time, parents will be asked to supply the school with a copy of their child’s birth certificate, immunization records, copy of their child’s social security number, and proof of residency. If you know of someone who may not have the opportunity to receive this information, or who may be planning to move to the Peck area in the near future, please pass this information on to them.
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Congratulations to Ashley Hunter for wining the t-shirt design contest for the 3 on 3. Her design will be featured on the front of the 2007 3 on 3 t-shirts.
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There will be a spaghetti benefit dinner for Linda Girard a parapro in the elementary who is undergoing some extensive medical bills that are not covered by her insurance. The dinner will be held on March 25, 2007 from noon till 3:00 p.m. Anyone wishing to help with this benefit can contact Paula Davidson at (810) 378-5501.
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Elementary teachers launched March is Reading Month with a high energy assembly involving all students. Many exciting presentations were performed. During one presentation sixth grade teacher, Mr. Graves, read a book dedicated to Dr. Seuss called "Wild About Books" by Judy Sierra while students acted the story out. After the story the actors, dressed as animals, joined the audience to create a giant snake dancing to “Born to be Wild.”
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First and second grade students will be taking the Terra Nova standardized test the week of March 19th-23rd. This is a very important time for our school as we treat it as the first and second grade version of the MEAP test. Letters will be sent home at a later date from the classroom teachers asking for food and drink donations, as well as reminders of the test dates.
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On February 27th, Lifetouch will be here to do our spring portraits. Please keep your eyes out for forms that will be sent home.
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We will have our annual March is Reading Month kickoff assembly Thursday, March 1st. Peck Elementary has planned many reading events and activities. Please get involved at home and help us motivate your child to become an enthusiastic reader. Calendars will be coming home soon to inform you of all of the neat events that have been planned in the classrooms/school.
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Starting with this years juniors the state has changed the MEAP testing to the ACT and WorkKeys. This testing is very important to the students and to the school and will take place on March 13, 14 & 15th. There are several important guidelines that we must follow when administering this test such as make ups and the fact that it is timed. It is very important that your son/daughter attend school these days so please make every effort to make this possible. A letter has been sent to all parents of junior students explaining more in detail what this test entails.
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The National Honor Society will be hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, February 28th from 2:00-6:45 p.m. We are looking for adults 17 years of age and older that weigh at least 117 lbs. and is in generally good health. Please come out and support this very important event. HELP SAVE A LIFE!
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There will be a scotch doubles event on March 3, 2007 at Lakeview Hills Country Club. This will be sponsored by Village of Peck for the fireworks fund. The shifts will be 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. and the cost is $20.00 a couple. For more information you can call Carrie Bennett at 378-5982 or Debbie McLarty at 378-5392.
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Cabin Fever Story Hour will be held at the Elk Township Library on the following dates: March 1st, 15th & 29th starting at 6:00 p.m.
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Fish Fries are just around the corner-March 9 & March 23rd. We will be serving from 4:30 p.m. till 7:30 p.m. The cost will be Adults-$7.00, Jr. High and High School students-$6.50 and Elementary-$4.50. We will be featuring Cod and walleye.
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Click to view photos from the High School 2nd Quarter Honor Roll Assembly.
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Our policy has always been to send kids out if the temperature/wind chill is above 10 degrees and keep them inside when it falls below this. Therefore, we want to make sure all kids are dressed properly for this cold weather. Please make sure to send winter coats, gloves, scarves, boots and snow pants with your child on a daily basis. Please have your student’s articles of clothing marked with their name in permanent ink. If anyone has any old items that don’t fit their child anymore and would like to donate them to our school for less fortunate kids, or for children who forget their winter gear, we welcome these at any time. Thanks!
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We are currently saving Campbell’s soup labels, General Mill’s box tops, and Spartan stores receipts (Jerry’s and Vinckier’s) and/or Spartan UPC Codes. All three will allow our school to purchase items for our students. Please send them with your child to school or bring them to the office. Thanks!
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Watch for Mobile Dentist forms that will be sent out to your students next week. We will need these forms in ASAP if you plan on participating in this program. The date for Mobile Dentist is March 6th.
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Thanks for allowing your son to participate in elementary basketball this season. Nineteen kindergarten boys and fifteen first grade boys are participating in this year’s Saturday program. On Tuesday, January 23rd, these student athletes performed in front of many fans, friends and family during the JV and Varsity games vs. Memphis. Thank you, parents, for bringing your son to this fun-filled event. Not only was it fun for the elementary players, the JV and Varsity teams appreciated the large crowd and support during their games.
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Snowball has been set for Friday, February 23rd. The Pirates will be playing the Caseville Eagles.
More details will follow.
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Mark your calendars for mid winter break. There will be no school on Friday, February 16th through Monday, February 19th. Classes will resume on the 20th of February.
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The Academic Games teams will be participating in a competition at St. Clair County Community College on Saturday, January 27th. High school teams from Peck will be competing in the areas of Math, Science, Social Studies, and English. Good luck to everyone.
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January 19th was the end of the first semester of this school year. Students received their report cards in school Thursday, January 25th.
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There will be a scotch doubles event on March 3, 2007 at Lakeview Hills Country Club. This will be sponsored by Village of Peck for the fireworks fund. The shifts will be 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. and the cost is $20.00 a couple. For more information you can call Carrie Bennett at 378-5982 or Debbie McLarty at 378-5392.
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This is a prime time for head lice to make their appearance. No school or community is immune from this pest. It is a good practice to check your child(rens) hair on a regular (even daily) basis for bites, white nits (eggs) and/or small bugs. If you feel your child is infested, please call the families of those children who may have had contact, as well as the elementary office.
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Report card for students in grades 7-12 will be handed out at the end of the school day on Thursday, January 25th.
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Applications are available in each of the offices for free and reduced meals. If you feel you would qualify please contact the school and an application will be sent home with your child. Only one application is necessary per family but the form does need to be filled out completely. Not only do our students benefit by receiving a free/reduced meal but the state bases funding for various programs on the number of students who are free/reduced in the Peck District. If you have any questions regarding the program please contact Cindy Bader in the Superintendent’s Office (378-5200 ext. 3000).
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If school is to be postponed or cancelled, it will be announced to the public via the following television and radio stations:
Television Stations
FOX2 TV-2
WDIV TV-4
WNEM TV-5
WJRT TV-12
Radio Stations
WMIC 660 AM
WTGV 97.7 FM
WLEW 1340 AM & 102.1FM
WPHM 1380 AM
WSAQ 107 FM
WHLS 1450 AM
If severe storms develop after the students are in school for the day and it is determined by school officials that the interest of safety deems it necessary to dismiss school, you may expect to be notified through broadcasts on the above mentioned radio stations. We advise that you be aware of the possible early dismissal and arrange, in advance, the necessary supervision of your children.
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Nominating petitions are available at the County Clerks Office in Sandusky for two four-year terms on the Peck Community Schools Board of Education. The term begins on July 1, 2007 and candidates must be registered electors of the Peck Community Schools District. Deadline for filing nomination petitions at the County Clerks Office is 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 13, 2007.
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Please take a few minutes to review our web page on school bus safety.
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On December 13, 2006 the Pre-k through 3rd grades performed a musical, “Santa’s Surprise.” The children had worked on the music since October. First through 3rd grade met in Mrs. Hardy’s classroom once a week for 45 minutes to practice the music. By late November the halls were filling with Christmas music. The third graders were the main characters in the play. They signed up, if they were interested, and parts were distributed. For two and a half weeks the actors gave up their lunch recesses to go over lines and practice. These students not only kept up with their studies, but spent many hours at home memorizing their lines. A special thanks to the extra hours the parents put into the children’s performance. Also, thank you to the teachers for giving up their valuable teach time, the janitors for setting and taking down the stage, the technology crew for setting up the lights and running the sound system. This all couldn’t have been such a success without all the help from everyone.
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The 6th grade traveled to Hartley Outdoor Education Center located in St. Charles, Michigan. For three days and 2 nights the students were immersed in outdoor science. The classes that we attended were Pioneer Living, Survival, Bird Identification and Confidence Course. Recreation was a blast, both nights, as we were involved in a game show called “Almost Anything Goes!’ The food was great and everyone had an awesome time!!
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The December issue of the Class Notes newsletter is available on our website.
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Click to view students on the honor roll at Peck Elementary for the first marking period.
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Monday, December 4th will be the first Jr. High boys basketball game of this school year. The 7th and 8th grade teams and cheerleaders will travel to OLLH in Harbor Beach. On Friday, December 8th the JV and Varsity teams will be at home vs Akron Fairgrove with a 6:00 p.m. tip-off for the JV game followed by the varsity contest. On Saturday, December 9th the JV and Varsity volleyball teams will begin play with the JV playing at home hosting an NCTL tournament and the varsity traveling to New Life Christian for a tournament.
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Friday, December 1st is the end of the first three weeks of the second marking period. Progress reports will be mailed out Wednesday December 6th. The parents of any student receiving a C- or lower in a class will be sent a progress report. Progress reports may also be sent home for improvements in student’s grades, student behavior, or a variety of other things. Some students tend to look at progress reports as a negative thing. Quite the opposite is true. Progress reports are sent home to inform parents of how their children are doing and if there may need to be some communication between the home and the school to help a student succeed. Often progress reports are sent home with very positive information.
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Santa will be at the American Legion Hall in Peck on December 16th from 1 to 3 p.m. All are welcome!!
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The fruit will be delivered the week of December 11th.
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The next Booster meeting is Thursday, December 7th at 3:00 p.m. The meetings are held in Miss Davidson’s office. Please come and help this great organization.
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As a finale’ for Peck Parent Teacher Organization’s (PPTO) annual candy sales fund raiser the top 10 selling students were given a chance to win a bicycle. The students lined up toy pigs that walk and oink to race them across the gym floor. Winner of the race was first grader Jennifer Bowsky.
The top 12 selling students were treated to a limousine tour with a stop for lunch at McDonald’s.
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Click to view photos of the Jr./Sr. High honor roll students.
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The PPTO has once again put up the “giving tree.” Stop by the tree during the school week and see what you can give (classroom books/ games) in lieu of gifts for the teacher. The tree will be up November and December. All gifts need to be dropped off in the office by December 21st.
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There will be a Christmas Story Hour on Thursday, December 7th at 6:00 p.m. at the Elk Township Library.
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The following students were honored on Friday, November 3rd for their accomplishments of outstanding citizenship. The focus of the month of October was respect. The following students were the recipients of this award:
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Student dress affects student behavior and educational attitudes. In order to promote a positive learning environment certain standards should be maintained. Improper apparel includes: hats, sunglasses, bandannas, sweat suits, clothing without sleeves, gym shorts, bare midriffs, sandals without socks, sheer or otherwise revealing clothing, pajamas, spiked jewelry, chains hanging from clothing, skirts, dresses and shorts of less than mid-thigh length (must extend past finger tips), shorts that are not properly hemmed (no cutoffs). Pants must be worn so undergarments are not visible. Clothing viewed as educationally distracting or inappropriate due to wording or sayings will not be allowed. Shirts that have any reference to drugs, beer, alcohol, or tobacco of any kind are not allowed. ALL COATS, JACKETS AND BOOK BAGS ARE TO BE PLACED IN LOCKERS AND ARE NOT TO BE WORN IN OR TAKEN TO CLASS.
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Mark your calendars for some upcoming Holiday programs at Peck Schools. On Wednesday, December 6 at 7:00 p.m. the Band will perform its annual Holiday concert and the following Wednesday, December 13 at 7:00 p.m. the Elementary school will hold their annual Holiday program.
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