The Scott Spotlight

March 21, 2025

Principal:  Linda Reha

School Address:  804 Wilson St. DeWitt, MI 48820

Office Phone Number:  517-668-3400

Attendance Phone Number:  517-668-3458

Website:  https://scott.dewittschools.net/ 

School Events

Mar. 25 & 26:  Parent-Teacher Conferences

Mar. 27:  Half Day - Start of Spring Break (dismissal at 11:42 a.m.)

Apri. 7:  School Resumes

April 14-24:  MSTEP Testing (3rd graders only)

April 28-May 8:  NWEA Testing

May 7 & 8:  DIBELS 8 Testing

2024-25 DPS Calendar - Updated 05.20.24.pdf

Reha's Report

Dear Scott School Families,

We are looking forward to meeting with families next week for Parent-Teacher Conferences.  Whether it be in person or virutally, we hope you can make it.  Also, remember that next week we have a half day of school on Thursday, March 27th and no school on Friday, March 28th to kick off Spring Break.  If you're going on a vacation or planning a staycation, I hope you have a safe and enjoyable time, and we'll see students again when school resumes on Monday, April 7th.

Warm wishes,

Linda Reha

Scott School Principal

From the Dean's Desk

Here's another great newsletter from Sara Cochrane, Dean of Students, with information about the positive effects of gving children at-home chores.

Desk schoolwide newsletter March.pdf

Scott Specials Section

Check out what's been happening in our specials classrooms/gym.  Art, music, and physical education are such fun and engaging learning environments, and we love our specials teachers:

Mr. Lindsay - Art

Mrs. Graham - Music

Ms. Brya - Physical Education

Specials Spotlight - Mar 2025.pdf

PTA Particulars

Below is a message from our DeWitt PTA.


Conference Cuisine - Help Us Support Our Teachers!
We are collecting food and monetary donations to provide meals for teachers during Parent-Teacher Conferences throughout March. Let’s show our gratitude for their hard work! Click here to contribute: https://tinyurl.com/springcc25

Culver's Community Share Night – Monday, April 7th, 5-9 PM
Too tired to cook after Spring Break? Join the PTA at Culver's of DeWitt and donate while you dine! A portion of sales from 5-9 PM will be donated to the DeWitt Elementary PTA. No flyer or code needed—just dine in, carry out, use the drive-thru, or order online at culvers.com (third-party delivery not included).

April PTA Meeting – Tuesday, April 8th @ 7 PM | Herbison Woods Media Center
Come join us for our April PTA Meeting and help us finish the year strong! It’s a great time to see what we’re all about and explore ways to get involved.

Thanks so much! Let me know if you have any questions.

Best,
Amanda Wolff

March is Reading Month is Here

March is Reading Month has started and Scott School students and staff are having a beachy time.  Our theme this year is Catch the Reading Wave and our calendar of events has lots of fun still in store for the underwater adventure our students will experience while we put a special emphasis on the joy of reading.

MIRM Calendar (1).pdf

Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences

Scott School spring conferences are scheduled in March.  To accommodate families, we are continuing to offer both an in person and a virtual option to choose from.  If all in person conference slots fill up though, and you prefer to meet with your child's teacher in person, just reach out to the teacher, and he/she will be happy to accommodate you.  A Parent-Teacher Conference SignUp Genius will be sent to a families on Friday, March 14th.  Conferences nights will be:

In Person Conferences - Tuesday, March 25th from 4-7:30 p.m.

Virtual Conferences - Wendesday, March 26th from 4-7:30 p.m.

Spring Book Fair

Our spring book fair will be here soon.  Students will be able to shop at a designated time with their classroom peers the week of March 19th-26th, and the book fair will also be open for family shopping during parent-teacher conferences on March 25th from 4:30-7 p.m.

Principal Letter Spring 2025.pdf

MSTEP, NWEA, and DIBELS.....Oh My!

Spring testing at Scott School will begin the second week after we return from Spring Break.  Although some classes may have to adjust their schedule due to some conflicts, below is a general guideline of what to expect.  Please remember that these assessments are not ones that students can study for, but you can help your child be test ready by encouraging your him/her make sure he/she does the following:

Spring Testing will be as follows:

Mileage Club - Coming Soon

At Scott School, we know the importance of physical activity to a developing child. That’s why we are launching a running and walking program called Mileage Club! This is an opportunity for students to enjoy the fun of physical activity in a non-competitive way. 


This will be held during students’ lunch recess every day from April 9- May 22. Each student will receive a lanyard with an individual QR code to track their laps. No special equipment is needed to participate. Each child is free to run or walk as little or as much as they would like. Participants will earn rewards for their achievements called Toe Tokens to display on their shoelace or lanyard! 


To make this program successful, we need your help! We’re looking for volunteers to help with tracking students’ laps each day from 11:30 AM-12:50 PM. As a volunteer, you can sign up for as many or few slots as works for you. HERE is the link to sign up! There is an informational meeting on April 7 at 10:30 AM here at Scott School that all volunteers are encouraged to attend. If you haven’t already this year, please also fill out our volunteer form HERE


We look forward to seeing students exercise and enjoy the fun of running and walking with friends! If you have any questions or want to help, please contact Sara Cochrane at cochrane@dewittschools.net

Mileage Club Image

Yearbook Ordering

It's time to order your child's 2024-25 yearbook.  Details for doing so are included in this flyer.

14438925 David Scott Elem Email Flyer.pdf

Stop the Spread of Respiratory Illnesses

Thank you for helping reduce respiratory infection spread at school by following simple CDC guidelines.

Respiratory Illness Protocol.pdf

CLT and Professional Development Calendar

Below are the dates for Collaborative Learning Time (CLT) and professional development this year.  Thank you in advance for supporting these days which allow our teachers to participate in training and be continuous lifelong learners to support student success.

ID Requirement for Students to be Picked Up

Student safety is a priority.  Please bring proper identification each time your child is picked up from school.  Here are some ways adults picking up students can be identified:

Allergy Awareness

There are some Scott students who have health-threatening nut allergies in our building.  Scott School is a 'No Nut' building.  Pack items that do not contain nuts for your child's lunch and snack.  It is critically important that we provide a safe learning environment for all students, and your help with this is needed and appreciated.  Please always contact your child's teacher if you have a concern about an allergy or other health condition related to your child that they should be aware of.  Also, if your child has a medical need, including food or other allergies, don't forget to update your child's Medical Management Plan by completing and submitting the district forms to the office before school starts so we can follow protocols to keep your child safe.

School Breakfast & Lunch

School breakfast and lunch are available and free to all students.  Additional information will be provided to families soon about how to sign up for this opportunity with additional information about our food service program.  Menus can be found here and will be updated soon.

Medical Forms

In order for Scott School personnel to administer medication to your child when we return to in person instruction, you must:

Medication and other medical forms can be found on our DeWitt Public Schools website.

Additional Support & Resources

Our school social worker, Mrs. Schwarz, is always willing to assist students and families in any way possible.  In addition to working closely with your child's teacher, consider reaching out to her if you have questions or need support.  She is truly amazing at what she does!  She can be reached at 517-668-3446 or schwarzdea@dewittschools.net.  


Dear Parents and Guardians,


Please see the information below regarding information on programs available to you and your student(s).


The Weekend Kit Program will, again, be provided at Scott School this year. This program is supplemental to the free breakfast and lunch programs offered at school every day and is intended to meet the nutritional needs of children during non-school hours, specifically over weekends or longer breaks.  Weekend Kits are designed to slip discreetly into your child’s backpack and are available at no cost to your family. There are no eligibility requirements to participate in this program.  Each Weekend Kit includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack items and contains enough food to last each child two weekends. Foods included are kid-friendly items that are easy for your child to prepare or help prepare.  Food kits will be sent home from school with your student, typically on Fridays. Upon enrollment in this program you will begin receiving a food pack every 1-2 weeks. 


The Old Newsboys Association helps our community by providing children with either shoes or boots. If your child needs new shoes or boots and the purchase of them would be a financial burden, please contact me so that I may get you the necessary forms. It is not necessary to include your income information if your child qualifies for free or reduced lunch. We will forward your form to the Old Newsboys Association and they will send you a voucher for either shoes or boots. You may include all school age children on one family request form, even if they attend different buildings. Please do not send in duplicate requests if you included your child on another form.  


To enroll in either of these programs, please call or email me at 517-668-3446 or schwarzdea@dewittschools.net, and be sure to please reach out if you have any questions.  


Sincerely,

DeAnn Schwarz

Scott School Social Worker

Attendance Line

Attendance Matters Picture

When your child is absent, please call the Scott School Attendance line:  517-668-3458. Substitute Teachers cannot access a teacher's email, so please call the office when your child is going to be absent, will be dropped off or picked up outside of regular school hours, or has a transportation switch. Please call before 3:00 pm, for all after school changes.