Dear Scott School Families,

We completed NWEA testing this week, so aside from makeups that will take place next week, we are finished with fall benchmark testing.  Yay!  You can expect reports for DIBELS 8 and NWEA to come home soon.

Students and staff seem to be settled into a daily routine and core content instruction has started.  It's exciting and fun to be able to observe our students learning and growth transformation throughout the year.  This crew of students is demonstrating some wonderful all around skills so far, so it will be extremely enjoyable to watch them continue their journey into become positive and productive citizens within our school community and greater DeWitt community.  Keep up the good work at home.  Your support and efforts in fostering an environment that mirrors similar school expectations provides a wonderful partnership of collaboration for students.  Thank you!

With gratitude,

Linda Reha

Scott School Principal

Wednesday, September 25th will be Go Gold Day for DeWitt Schools and community to raise awareness and support children and their families facing cancer.  Students and adults alike are encouraged to participate by wearing gold attire as a symbol of encouragement and care for those tackling this disease.

Scott School is preparing for our annual school Fun Run fundraiser, and hope your family will help with this cause.  Donations received are used to pay for field trips, transportation to field trips, and other school enrichment activities and initiatives such as positive behavior supports and intervention rewards.   

Below is a message from our Fun Run Committee.

David Scott Elementary will be kicking off our annual fundraiser called the Fun Run.

This year, our students will participate in the Scott School Fun Run on Friday, October 18.

The Fun Run is our only school-wide fundraiser for the entire year. It is a fun event that promotes healthy habits for our students, while also raising needed funds for student enrichment, field trips, and more. You can help us reach our goal of $20,000 by donating to our school’s fundraising page beginning September 23! 

All donations are tax deductible. Thank you for your support!

Families often ask how they can help support their child's social and emotional skills at home.  This Supporting Social Emotional Learning At Home article has great tips to do just that.  Check it out!

To promote a safe and secure indoor school environment, create an inclusive atmosphere for all students, and to reduce distractions for the duration of the school day, the following school celebration guidelines will be followed:

• Classroom celebrations will be kept to one hour.

• Healthy snacks and alternatives to food to support allergies and our wellness policy are encouraged.  Some classrooms may have a “no food” policy due to allergies.

• Only volunteers and party classroom coordinators may be allowed in the classroom to help support classroom celebration activities per individual teacher request/classroom needs.

• Volunteers and party classroom coordinators may not bring any additional guests including siblings (of any age), relatives, etc.  

• Volunteers and classroom coordinators must complete the I-Chat Form and be cleared if they at any time are going to work with students independent of where the classroom teacher is.

• Halloween/Fall Celebration Specific: 

  • All Scott families may attend an outdoor Halloween parade of students around the building - weather permitting. More information about the parade time and location will be shared with families when the date gets closer.

  • Costume Guidelines: 

    • Simple costumes will be allowed at school.  

    • Scott School students are allowed to wear simple costumes to school.  Be mindful of student’s ability to participate in classroom learning and also PE and recess activities.

    • Costumes should be tasteful, modest and appropriate for a school environment.  

    • Costumes shall have no representation of violence, horror characters or be scary; no blood or weapons.  

    • Wearing costumes is an opportunity but not an obligation.  Families may choose whether or not their child participates.

    • If your child or you are questioning if a costume is school appropriate, it is recommended to err on the side of caution and choose something else.

Please follow these guidelines to help make high school football games safe and enjoyable for all who attend.

1. DeWitt students must remain on our side of the stadium.

2.  Students must leave all footballs, balls, flying objects (ie. frisbees, etc.) at home.  Playing catch, games, etc. is not acceptable with so many spectators in the stadium and causes safety risks and distractions to those who paid to watch the event.

3. It is an expectation that elementary students are chaperoned. The concourse (common area between the stands and concessions) is not a play space.  Elementary aged students must be accompanied by their adult and not be left unsupervised to play or congregate inside or outside of the stadium.  

Below is a message update from our DeWitt PTA.

The DeWitt Elementary PTA is still in need of Basket Coordinators for our Denim and Diamonds Charity Event and Auction, happening on Saturday, November 9.  As a coordinator, you’ll help create themed baskets from generous classroom donations, bringing our auction items to life. It’s a fun and impactful way to get involved.  If you're interested, contact our Lead Classroom Coordinator, Ashley, at baskets@ptadewitt.org.

Have you considered working in a school before?  Do you enjoy working on a team?  Does working with children interest you?  If you answered yes to any of these questions, please consider applying for our open non-instructional assistant postion, or pass this information along to others who may be interested.  We are looking to fill a 1.5 hour/day lunch assistant position and would love to have you join our amazing Scott School team!  Please contact our main office at 517-668-3400 during school hours to learn more about this position and how to apply.

To learn more specific details about Scott School, check out these informative links:

• Scott School Family Information Presentation 

• Scott School Suggested General Supplies List 

• DPS Volunteer I-CHAT Form - Volunteers must complete this process and be cleared every year before being approved to volunteer.

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.

• August 20 & 21 - Full Days for Professional Development (before school starts)

• August 26 - Early Release for CLT (dismissal at 11:42 a.m.)

• September 27 - Full Day Professional Development (no school)

• October 16 - Early Release for CLT (dismissal at 11:42 a.m.)

• November 5 - Full Day Professional Development (no school)

• February 14 - Early Release for CLT (dismissal at 11:42 a.m.)

• March 19 - Early Release for CLT (dismissal at 11:42 a.m.)

• May 14 - Early Release for CLT (dismissal at 11:42 a.m.)

Dear Parents/Guardians:

It is of utmost importance that you complete an annual update of your student’s emergency contact information through your parent portal. In the event of a school emergency, the District wants to be sure to have the most up-to-date contact information to communicate with parents/guardians.

With this update, you will also complete the annual Release Agreements and acknowledge that you have read the following District documents (found on the District website at dewittschools.net):

1. District K-12 Student Handbook

2. District Code of Conduct

3. Concussion Info

4. Athletic Handbook, if applicable

Use your parent portal to complete these required tasks to ensure your student's access to the district network, apps, curriculum, etc.

DIRECTIONS:

NOTE: Your parent portal works best using Chrome or Firefox browsers.

1.Log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal.

2. Click on the three lines (hamburger) in the upper left-hand corner to open the menu.

3. Select MORE.

4. Select ONLINE REGISTRATION.

5. Select 2024-2025 EXISTING STUDENT REGISTRATION.

6. Click BEGIN REGISTRATION.

7. Type your name and sign with your mouse.

8. BEGIN

At each prompt, review, confirm/update your student’s data. Use the NEXT and SAVE/CONTINUE buttons to proceed through the Update.

If any of your information is highlighted in yellow, you have missed a required field and must go back to edit/ update.

9. SUBMIT once complete.

All changes will be reviewed by staff and they will reach out to you to confirm update and/or request additional documentation, depending on the change made.

Questions or assistance? contact the District Registrar at 517-668-3017.

Thank you to the many families who have reached out and asked what donations they can make to Scott School.  Here is a list of things that we're always in need of:

• Yard games (Cornhole, Ladder Balls, Yahtzee)

• Balls (basketballs, kickballs, soccer balls, and footballs)

• Disinfectant wipes

• Hand sanitizer

• Paper towels

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:

• Physical ID (ie. driver's license)

• Personal ID by office staff

• Other identification proof such as utility bills or other statements, credit card, etc., AND answer personal information that we have in Infinite Campus (ie. phone number, child's birthdate, etc.)

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 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.

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

• Submit a completed district medication form to our office. 

• Be sure all medications are brought to and stored in our office. 

• Be sure prescription medication is in its original container accompanied with a physician’s signature. 

• Be sure non-prescription medication is in its original container accompanied by a parent’s signature. 

• Please communicate with your child's teacher if he/she takes medication daily at school. 

• If your child has a medical condition, please be sure to complete a Medical Management Plan for your child and turn it in at the office.

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

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.