From the Principal
Greetings to the Dresden Community,
It is hard to believe that we are halfway through the 2019-20 school year. I am proud to say we have had an excellent first half of the school year and I anticipate an even better second half. As we move forward it is imperative that we work together for the benefit of all our students. In saying this, a child's education is not something that is just to be given. A child does not progress just being here. An education must be earned through hard work and dedication. We must work together to ensure that our students develop a strong work ethic and take ownership in their education. Students failing to do their classwork or homework is not acceptable. Coming to school and being disrespectful or not following our rules in not acceptable. In order for your child to succeed he/she must come to school ready and willing to learn. It is only through education that your child will find his/her pathway to a successful future.
On March 10th the voters of Macomb County will be asked to consider an educational enhancement millage that directly supports their community's students. Additional millage information is available at http://uticak12.org/20schoolmillage. Unlike the school aid fund, which is allocated by state lawmakers and distributed to district across Michigan, this funding will remain in our community to engage the following areas:
1: Career, technology, vocational and skilled trades: This training provides a direct path for our students to the high paying jobs directly available right in our backyard. The programs give UCS graduates the needed skills to make a meaningful contribution to our community while strengthening area businesses and the local economy. Our students and our communities need these programs.
2. Reading achievement: Reading is linked to educational success, and more importantly, life success. Research shows that reading programs fast track student learning. Advancing a student's reading skills immediately opens a new world of engagement and prepares them for long term success. Every UCS child should leave third grade with advanced reading skills that prepare them for life.
3. Student safety and well-being: This national issue goes beyond security staff, cameras and secure entryways; districts must proactively engage students experiencing distress or mental health issues. Through your support and with our law enforcement partners, we have made significant gains in creating safe learning environments. We must continue to collaborate with families and service agencies to support students experiencing anxiety, trauma or a sense of isolation. These are issues that schools and communities can and must address.
Here is this month's tips and ideas to help cultivate a love of reading at home. Remember to designate a "reading time" where the whole family sits down to read. https://www.smore.com/het86
Principal Bradley Suggs
Upcoming Dates:
Feb 12 NEHS Meeting
Feb 12 PTO Meeting
Feb 13 ATG Meeting
Feb 14 Bagel Day
Feb 14 Hearing Screening for Kdg, 2nd & 4th
Feb 14 Spirit Day Wear Red, Pink or Purple
Feb-17-21 Mid Winter Break
Feb 26 Rink Night
Feb 27 ATG Meeting
Feb 28 Spirit Day: Mismatch Clothes Day
Feb 28 Family Trivia Note