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The Cromie Chronicle
Cromie Elementary School
29797 Gilbert
Warren, MI 48093
586.574.3160
24 hour Absence Line # 2
Fax: 586.698.4331
Information Line #5
Bus Cancellation: 586.698.4441
www.wcskids.net/cromie
February 2015
Accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
Mr. Kerry Keener, Ed.S., Principal
Mrs. Lisa Murchison, Secretary
Ms. Sue Arini, C.A. Clerk
Cromie Cougars….
Monday—Friday 8:52am—3:59pm
Making a difference
One paw at a time!
2014-2015 School Year Calendar
February
10
10
11
13
16-20
26
Cartooning Class 4pm-5:30pm
2016 Kindergarten Meeting at Sterling Hgts High School—6pm
Market Day Delivery
Records Day—1/2 Day Dismissal @ 12:03pm
Winter Break
5th Grade Parent Camp Meeting @ 6:30pm in the Café
March
5
12
Vision Screening—Grades 1, 3, 5
Parent Teacher Conferences, afternoon & evening
1/2 Day of School, Dismissal at 12:03pm
Market Day Delivery
Vision Screen—Grades 1, 3, 5
Writing Celebration @ Warren Mott Annex—6:30pm
Zumbathon—time TBD
Vision Screening—Grades 1, 3, 5
PLC Friday—1/2 Day of School, Dismissal at 12:03pm
17
19
23
25
26
27
April
May
2
3
6-10
13
21
29
1
6
7
19
21
22
1/2 Day of School, Dismissal at 12:03pm
No School
Easter Break
Classes Resume
Market Day Delivery
Spring Pictures
1/2 Day of School, Dismissal @ 12:03pm
Mother’s Day Painting Night
Kindergarten Transition Night for Incoming Kdg Students
Market Day Delivery
Kindergarten Trip to the Detroit Zoo
1/2 Day of School, Dismissal at 12:03am
Half Days 8:52am—12:03pm
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Achieving Academic
Success
Academic success depends
a great deal on the effort exerted. Teaching your child
the importance of this simple
fact is not easy, but the confidence he or she will gain
from it will help tremendously in the
future. Here are some ways to help your child achieve
success with improved effort.
Recognize, Value and Effort
Let your child know that effort is an important factor in
achieving any goal. Praise your child for trying, not always just achieving.
Acknowledge Task Difficulty
Sometimes you can provide encouragement simply by
recognizing the difficulty level of a problem. Comments
like, “Wow, that is a tough problem, keep at it,” will encourage your child and provide that extra push needed
for success.
Emphasize Effort More Than Ability
Effort can change whereas ability is considered less alterable. Children who stick with a task longer and more
persistently take more responsibility for the outcomes of
their behavior, and tend to attribute their successes and
failures to effort rather than ability.
Learn From Mistakes
Teach your children that there is nothing wrong with
making mistakes as long as we learn from them. Turn
failure into a learning experience. Explain the benefits
of trying to your child.
Provide Feedback About Performance
Check your child’s work frequently, and be specific in
any feedback you provide. Tell your child what has
been done well, then work together to correct any mistakes.
February 2015
Priority School Update
I just wanted to give everyone a Priority School update.
The district submitted the final plan to the Michigan Department of Education in mid-January. The district is
currently waiting on final approval. The portion of the
plan that we submitted for Cromie has been approved
and we are moving forward. As part of the process, we
just concluded a School Improvement Review that was
conducted by educators who work in conjunction with
the Macomb Intermediate School District. This team of
educators spent two days at Cromie observing classrooms, interviewing students, parents and various staff
members. Once the review is concluded, the team will
be sharing their findings with us. This review will help
us continue to move in a positive direction.
Thank you for all of your support!
Mr. Keener, Principal
Welcome Class of 2028!
On Tuesday, February 10, 2015, Warren Consolidated
Schools will host an informational parent meeting for all
families with children entering Kindergarten in September 2015. The meeting will begin at 6:00pm in the Performing Arts Center located at 12901 Fifteen Mile Road
in Sterling Heights, attached to Sterling Heights High
School.
Parents attending will be provided with information
about:
·All Day and Half-Day Kindergarten options;
· Year-Round and Traditional School Calendar
· Kindergarten curriculum;
· Health requirements to attend Kindergarten;
· Breakfast and lunch options;
· Transportation; and
· Before- or after-school Latchkey services
In addition, student registration packets will be available
as well as information on registration dates and times.
Please plan on attending this important step in
starting your child’s formal education in the Warren
Consolidated Schools.
For more information, please visit the
WCS webpage, www.wcskids.net
February 2015
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Congratulations!
The following students were our
grade level winners of the 2014
American Education Week Poster
Contest. We are very proud of
each of you!!!
Sandy Elyas, Chelsea Franco,
Bretha Gorya, Nora Muja, Evalyn
Vires, Angela Joseph.
Cromie PTC
We are still looking
for volunteers to help
with homework afterschool.
FOUND!!!
Don’t forget our February 10th
meeting at 7pm in the Café!!!!
Call Tracy Bonin...586.871.0428
A blue retainer/expander has
been found and no one has
claimed it. It is in the office.
Stop by if it is yours!
5th Grade Camp Fundraiser
Any size Bed Sheets for $42.00
Forms and Payment due by February
23rd.
Email Amy Karbel for more info
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February 2015
WHEN SICKNESS STRIKES:
Know When to Keep a Child Home From School
A parent’s decision to keep a child home from school when he or she is sick can sometimes be a difficult one.
No parent wants to interrupt their child’s learning, and for some, keeping a child home means missing work or
losing pay. However, if he or she has a serious illness such as influenza, it’s important for the child to stay
home from school. By taking this step, parents can help their children get better faster as well as prevent the
spread of illness to others. Following are some frequently-asked questions and answers to aid parents in decision making this flu season.
Q. Should I keep my child home from school if he or she has cold or flu symptoms? Is your advice different
for cold versus the flu?
A: If your child has flu symptoms, you should keep him or her home from school. If your child has a cold, the
decision to keep him or her home may depend on the severity of symptoms. A good rule of thumb is to keep
your child home if he or she has a fever of 100 degrees or higher.
It’s also important to know the difference between cold and flu. Flu is a serious illness, and children who have the
flu should always stay home from school. Flu symptoms include fever, along with chills, cough, sore throat, headache
or muscle aches. Many people describe it “like being hit by a truck.” It is a good idea to contact the child’s doctor if he
or she has these symptoms. Symptoms of a common cold include stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat and hacking
cough. Often, cold symptoms come on gradually. Although the common cold is usually not serious, if the symptoms
are severe, it’s a good idea to keep your child home to rest and get better.
Q: If my child does have the flu or a bad cold, how long should I keep him or her home from school?
A: Parents should keep their sick children home from school until they have been without fever (temperature
under 100 degrees) for 24 hours, to prevent spreading illness to others. Flu is spread from person to person
through coughing and sneezing. Occasionally, people can get the flu from touching a germ-infested surface. Children
are one of the biggest sources of flu spread.
Q: Should I call the doctor if I think my child has the flu?
A: If a child experiences flu symptoms, parents should contact their child’s doctor quickly. Some children may
benefit from an antiviral medication, which can be prescribed by a doctor and can help lessen the number of days that
a child is sick with the virus. To be effective, antiviral medication should be taken within 12-48 hours after flu symptoms begin.
Q: What should I do to help prevent the rest of the household from getting sick?
A: Teach and practice healthy habits. Wash your hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds to
help prevent germs from spreading. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, because the virus can spread when
your hands touch surfaces that are infested with germs. Also, consider contacting your doctor if someone
in your household gets the flu. A doctor can prescribe antiviral medication that can actually prevent other
members of the household from catching the virus.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE INFLUENZA VIRUS, VISIT WWW.CDC.GOV/FLU
This program is sponsored by the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) and supported by an educational grant from Roche.
February 2015
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5th
Adamus
Bakth
Baruc
Blanchard
Bousquette
Caradonna
Chang
Collins
Durocher
Foksinski
Fortune
Goul
Harris
Harry
Hashim
Her
Jackson-Simmons
Karbel
Lamparski
Lee
Livingston
Mana
Manderachia
Morefield
Grade
Nelson
Orhanas
Paquett
Pfeiffer
Pilarski
Quitti
Redd
Rragami
Shaw
Solomon
Sorah
Grade
November 2014
5th
Noah
Mehdi
Rosalyn
Delia
Justin
Serina
Erik
Jozef
Dorian
Olivia
Katie
Enna
Brady
Nada
Greg
Taylor
Abigail
Luke
Carlo
Nick
Cia
Sarah
Angela
Jackie
Maria
Brooke
Michael
Samantha
Dawson
Samantha
Elle
Jenna
Owen
Marisa
Kayla
Robin-Luke
Mackenzie
Josie
Reece
All A 5th Grade
Bajreltarevic
Berezowsky
Butros
Campbell
Carrow
Chang
Collier
Corona
Gutzman
Hunter
Johnson
Joseph
Le
Palomo
Quintana
Rejniak
Ruffi
Sass
Sikorski
Simonski
Smith
Stalker
Steenbergh
Stewart
CROMIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL HONOR ROLL
Victoria
Fuad
Ivan
Rachael
Kayla
Paige
Angelina
Walter
Dani
Izabella
Zalecia
Alex
Alyssa
Donovan
Abdulrahman
Andrew
Mycah
Makenna
Elizabeth
Tem
Samuel
Abegail
Caleob
Marissa
Tanudra
Voss
Warchol
Williams
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February 2015
February 2015
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LOOK AT ALL OF THOSE FLOWERS…..
Well, these are students from Mrs. Winchester’s 1st grade class. In November, they planted tulip
bulbs around our sign. In the Spring these bulbs will grow and flower. We can hardly wait to see
the beautiful, happy tulips! Watch for them in April and May!
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February 2015
INTERESTING
FACTS ABOUT
WARREN, M ICHIGAN
In the 1780's, several Christian Delaware Indians, escaping from marauding American militia, sought refuge on the Clinton River on land granted by the Chippewa.
Settlers came to this area before Michigan was admitted to the union as a state in 1837. When Joseph Wampler surveyed the territory now know as Warren and Center Line in 1817, he found a lot of swamp occupied by a few squatters
and some Indians. The land was placed on the market, but initial sales were slow.
Beebes Corners, as the Village of Warren was once called, is also older than Warren Township. The "corners" was settled in 1830 and the first known landowner to actually settle here was Charles Groesbeck. He was soon followed by his
brother Louis and Charles Rivard. Louis, who settled at what became the northwest corner of 12 Mile and Mound, hosted
the organization of Hickory Twp. (later Aba, then Warren) on April 3, 1837, the year Michigan became a state.
Traveling north from Detroit. A tollgate was located at the corner where travelers and farmers paid to use the road. Some
of it was a plank road when it passed through a marshy part of town. Beebe's Corners was an active place with a tavern,
a distillery, a mill, and a trading post; all requisites for a meeting place.
This was to be the first seat of town government and many years later, on April 28, 1893, became the Village of Warren.
It was a one square mile area from 13 Mile Road to 14 Mile Road and extending one-half mile either side of Mound Road.
A contributing factor in bringing people to Michigan was the Erie Canal. It provided transportation from the Hudson River
to Lake Erie.
The Great Depression of the 1930's ground all building and expansion to a halt. The election of Franklin Roosevelt in
1931 brought forth many programs to help. The WPA program provided public jobs, closed banks were reorganized and
the general economy improved. During World War II, the Tank Arsenal (the "Arsenal of Democracy") was built. This was
followed by the establishment of the GM Tech Center and Warren became the industrial center it is today.
October 27, 1956, was the date that Gov. G. Mennen Williams signed the charter designating Warren as a city. Official
operations of the Chartered City of Warren began January 1, 1957. Between 1960 and 1970, Warren's population doubled, with new homes and shopping centers.