Each month, we are highlighting different staff members to encourage appreciation and awareness. This month join us in thanking Lisa Llanos! If you meet her in the hallway, greet her and say thank you for all she does for Howe. Lisa Llanos Job Title: SPED paraprofessional Description of what you do for Dearborn Schools in…
Each month we are highlighting different staff members to encourage appreciation and awareness. This month take a moment to say hello to Mrs. Filas! A cheerful greeting or smile can help create a school full of warmth. Her work is so appreciate in the lives of those she impacts. Thanks for all you do! Nicole Ashley…
Volunteer Opportunities Color Run is happening May 8th – We need parent volunteers – Sign up Here Popcorn Friday BoxTops Mailbox – we are looking for a mildly handy individual to help repurpose the BoxTop Mailbox into a school-wide mailbox for all the students. Can you (or someone you know) lend us a hand? Email…
Each month we are spotlighting different staff members around the building to help build a sense of community at Howe. This month we highlight paraprofessional Nehme Jaafer! His work makes incremental change for students in room 113 and can be an inspiration for us all to take one step towards a brighter future. Nehme Samer…
Join us for part 3 of our three-part discussion of The Secret of Childhood. Topic: Part 3 Location: The Great Commoner22001 Michigan Ave Suite 100Dearborn, MI Date:Wednesday, March 20th, 2024, 8-9:30PM
March 18th Preview day -Students fill out a wish list to take home. March 19th Shopping day during school! – Students purchase from their wish lists. March 20th – Makeup day – Fair open 9am-12pm for last minute shopping. Can you volunteer a few hours of your time to help? Select the “Volunteer” button to…
Each month, we are showcasing different staff members to encourage appreciation and awareness. Get to know them, greet them, and say thank you for their hard work! This month, take a moment to get to know Cedric Watson! With a curious question or a grateful smile of appreciation we can fill the school with warmth…
Volunteer Opportunities PTA Book Bingo Night! – Help will be needed the night of the event. Scholastic Book Fair! We need people to sign up for the PTA Bulletin Board (Dates still needed: April and May) and Popcorn Fridays (Dates still needed: April and May). Click the links below to access the Signup Genius. PTA…
Each month, we are spotlighting different staff members around the building to encourage appreciation and awareness. Show some love this month to Manal Baydoun with a warm smile or a note of appreciation! A small gesture goes a long way in letting someone know they belong. ❤️ Manal Baydoun Job Title: Early Childhood Specialist at Howe…
Join us for part 2 of our three-part discussion of The Secret of Childhood. Topic: Part 2 Location: The Great Commoner22001 Michigan Ave Suite 100Dearborn, MI Date:Wednesday, February 28th, 2024, 8-9:30PM
Each month we are spotlighting professionals around the building to share what they do and who they are. This month, we are highlighting Melissa Roskelly! Each staff member makes a difference in the school culture and it’s wonderful to have a bright personality like Melissa in the building! If you see Melissa offer a warm…
PTA Volunteer Opportunities We need people to sign up for the PTA Bulletin Board (Dates still needed: March, April and May) and Popcorn Fridays (Dates still needed: March, April and May). Click the links below to access the Signup Genius. PTA Bulletin Board Popcorn Friday BoxTops Mailbox – we are looking for a mildly handy…
Hey Parents! 👋🏼 A few reminders for the week! Parent Partnership Meeting is happening today, Monday, January 29th at 3:00 in the school cafeteria. Students were sent home with a flyer sharing more details! Parent Book Club is happening Wednesday, January 31st at 8-9:30PM at the Great Commoner. https://howepta.home.blog/2024/01/27/book-club-meeting-january-31st/ Remember to send in $1 for…
Join us for part 1 of our three-part discussion of The Secret of Childhood. Location: The Great Commoner22001 Michigan Ave Suite 100Dearborn, MI Date:Wednesday, January 31, 2024, 8-9:30PM
Each month, we are spotlighting different staff members around the building to help bring the Howe community together. So here we have a great Physical Education Teacher at Howe, Johnny Borg! If you know him thank him, if you see him give him a big smiling wave! We might be grateful for the gitters he…
We are starting a book club! Purchase the book The Secret of Childhood by Maria Montessori and read each section before the scheduled date. Join us for a casual gathering as we discuss the book. No experience necessary. Grownups and Howe staff welcome! Find a copy of the book: First Meeting:Wednesday, January 31, 2024, 8PM…
PTA Meeting Agenda This month we will be discussing High Tech – High Touch and Literacy Month. Have something to contribute? We’d love to see you on the call! Volunteer Opportunities We need people to sign up for the PTA Bulletin Board (Dates still needed: March, April and May) and Popcorn Fridays (Dates still needed:…
Each month we are highlighting professionals around the building and sharing what they do and a little about who they are. Read the post to learn more about Rosie Phillips! We are grateful to have resources in our school to support our little ones needs socially and emotionally. If you see Rosie, introduce yourself, say…
This round we are featuring a special group of ladies who all work in the same classroom. They refer to themselves as the Adams & Company. What an amazing group of ladies dedicated to our students for such a long time! Show them kindness with a thoughtful word of encouragement or pop your head into…
Book Selection: The Secret of Childhood by Maria Montessori Get a copy of the book early, A few places to look… There are a few editions available, any is okay. Book club experience not necessary. Interested in participating? Reach out to Molly Adams 509-288-9593
Monday 12/18 – Holiday Sweater/ Holiday Color Day Wear red, green and white and your Holiday sweater/shirt. Tuesday 12/19 – Tinsel Toes Tuesday Wear your crazy Holiday socks and Holiday bling. Wednesday 12/20 – Winter Wonderland Wednesday Wear white and wish for snow. PTA Oreo Day! Thursday 12/21 – Think Aloud Thursday Wear Your Holiday…
Your child should have received their Candy Cane Gram slips by now. Fill out the form with the number of grams you’d like to purchase and return them to school as soon as possible. Once the form is submitted, your teacher will distribute the cards to be decorated! Have a blast!
Candy Cane Grams are being sent home in students’ folder December 11th. Candy Cane Grams are hand decorated cards taped with a candy cane and delivered to the classrooms before break. This is a fun way for students to pass special notes to their friends for the holidays. Buy 1 or buy 1 for the…
Each month, we will be spotlighting different staff members around the builidng to encourage appreciation and awareness. Show kindness this month to Mrs. Angela with a warm smile or a heartfelt note of appreciation! A little kindness goes a long way and we sure are grateful for the work Mrs. Angela does for our kinders…
Help Wanted! Hey there! Are you good with your hands or pretty crafty? We need someone to help us repurpose our BoxTops mailbox. BoxTops no longer requires us to turn in physical tabs, so the mailbox has been sitting empty for a few years. We’d like to give it a second life by turning it…
Each month, we will be spotlighting different staff members to encourage appreciation and awareness. Get to know them, greet them, and say thank you for their hard work! Expressing gratitude boosts morale and creates a positive school community. Be specific about what you appreciate and consider thoughtful gestures like thank-you notes or a highfive in…
Signup to decorate the PTA bulletin board! PTA is in charge of one bulletin board to the right of the office door. Board is changed monthly. Check with Angie to see if something important needs to be promoted for your selected month. Feel free to get creative with your own ideas. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805084DABA92DA0FE3-student#/
HI PTA!! we have a Book Fair Coming up, and we are in need of volunteers to run it! It’s a super easy and super fun event to help the students, help your school, and help the PTA! Please sign up using the link below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0c45abab2caafa7-spring2