Delta Center Elementary Newsletter

305 S. Canal Rd. Lansing, MI 48917  |  Office 517-925-5540  |  Fax 517-925-5579  |  Attendance 517-925-5581  |  glcomets.net

Friday, February 28th, 2025

Upcoming Dates

Mar. 7             Half Day - Dismissal time 12:10 pm   

Mar. 11             Conferences  5:00 - 8:00 pm

Mar. 13            Conferences  5:00 - 8:00 pm

Mar. 18            Conferences  5:00 - 7:00 pm

Mar. 19            PTO Meeting 6:30 Library

Mar. 21 - 28    SPRING BREAK

March 31         No Students - Teacher P.D. 

May 23            No Students - Teacher P.D.

May 26            No Students - Memorial Day

June 6             Last Day / HALF Day - Dismissal time 12:10 pm                        

  School Hours  8:55 am - 3:55 pm

Please do not drop off before 8:40 am

    Pick up no later than 4:05 pm 

 Please call before 3:00 pm if you have a transportation change

Thank you!

As I mentioned last week, during Winter Data Analysis we set short-term goals between now and the spring; below are the new goals set by each grade level. Remember, you play an integral role in your child's learning as well. Continue to partner with your child's teacher on ways to support their day-to-day learning.   

Kindergarten

Reading: By Spring data analysis, students will go from 44% to 47% of students at benchmark or above for language and writing NWEA.

Math: By Spring data analysis, students will go from 63% to 66% of students at benchmark or above for Numbers and Operations in Math NWEA.

First Grade

Reading: By Spring data analysis, 54% of our students will score at or above benchmark on ORF on Acadience.

Math: By Spring Data Analysis our students will go from 34% to 39% core as measured by NWEA.

Second Grade

Reading: By spring data analysis, students will go from 49% to 52% at core as measured by NWEA growth and Achievement.

Math: By Spring Data Analysis, students will go from 50% to 53% at core in the area of number and operations as measured by NWEA growth and Achievement.

Third Grade

Reading: By Spring data analysis, 48% of students will score at or above benchmark on NWEA.

Math: By winter data analysis, 36% of students will be at or above core in the area of numbers and operations on the Spring NWEA assessment. 

Fourth Grade

Reading:  By Spring Data Analysis, 60% of our students will be at or above proficient.

Math: By the Spring Data Analysis, 59% of students will be at or above core on Math NWEA.

Behavior goals for all students: Using the SEL screener data, by Spring Data Analysis, students will maintain 80% or higher of students meeting behavior expectations as measured by PowerSchool Behavior Incident Reports (BIRs).  

Maintaining a positive learning environment is our top priority. When students struggle with behavior, we provide interventions such as additional adult support, structured check-ins, and individualized plans. Our Student Support Team meets weekly to assess progress and adjust strategies as needed. This process includes classroom observations, interventions, and progress monitoring over four to six weeks, ensuring tailored support. We also maintain open communication with families to foster collaboration. If a student violates our code of conduct, we follow a progressive approach, from re-teaching and restorative sessions to possible disciplinary actions. In cases of threats, we conduct a full assessment, led by Safety Student Supervisor Chris Chester, involving law enforcement as needed. Our ultimate goal is to cultivate a positive school experience that nurtures academic, social, and behavioral growth.  Thank you for your support.

Parent / teacher conferences are coming soon! Conferences will be in person March 11th and March 13th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm, and will be virtual March 18th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Only one conference per family due to time restraints. Please use this link to sign up. Thank you.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to me.

Teresa Dyer

Olivia Benson, Rosalie Shoemaker, June Klingbiel, Katrina Zeineh, Esabella Cisernos, Lorelei Smith, Peyton Zellinger, Avery Tropf, Avya Jackson, Venba Meenal Rajaguru, Ansel Smith, Savanna Jarous, Ella Drummond, Sawyer Jaworski, Olivia Hicks, Nash Inman, Anahleigh Schmidt, Lawson Service, Gabriel Johnson, Antonio Albarez, and Scarlett Herrst  

Our Reading Month Spirit Days start NEXT WEEK!!! 

CORRECTED DATE!! Our Glow Party is coming up soon! February 28st from 6- 8 pm. Please click here if you would like to sign up to help out at the party!! Thank you! 

Hello DC families!

The Literati book fair is coming the week of March 10 th . I am looking for parent
volunteers to help me run the second cash register. If you are interested, please take a
look at the sign up genius and select a timeframe. Literati’s cash register is very user
friendly. If you have not volunteered before, you can come at the start of your shift (or a
little before) and shadow me or the other volunteer before taking over. Literati also
gives volunteers a 20% discount should you choose to do some shopping. Thank you
for considering!  Volunteer at The Glow Party

Additional Information:  The book fair is available for students to shop during school hours. If you send money to school, please be sure to send enough to cover the cost of sales tax. I can send change home in Ziplock bags.

Student-Only Shopping hours:  Monday 3/10 - Thursday 3/13 from 9:30am-Noon and 1:00pm-3:30pm
Friday 3/14: Shopping 9:30 to Noon.
*The fair is closing at Noon to tear the fair down and reset the library.

Teacher Wish List Table:  Don’t forget to stop by the teacher wish list table during the two family shopping nights
(Tues 3/11 and Thursday 3/13) to purchase and gift a teacher a book to their
classroom library.

Online Fair:  If you are not able to shop at the in-person fair, our online store is available to shop as
well. Shop online for thousands of additional titles and products (school still gets
credit!).  Online Book Fair

If you have questions, please email me: GEEC@GLCOMETS.NET
See you at the fair!
Mrs. Gee

Updating Student Contact Information

Click this link to update your address, name, phone number, email, emergency contacts, medical updates.

To change an address we need two proofs of residency. These are the only forms that we can accept.
*Property Tax Statement (the taxes you pay on your home twice a year)
*Lease/Rental Agreement (with your name, the address, and the signature pages sign by both the lessee and lessor)
*Utility Bill
*Mortgage/Home Closing Documents
*Cable/Internet Bill
*Home/Renter's Insurance

Driver's licenses and voter registration cards are NOT acceptable for this purpose

You can email the documents to reiberm@glcomets.net or conatyk@glcomets.net.

If you have questions please contact our office at 517-925-5540.

Volunteering & Chaperoning

Persons wishing to volunteer for Grand Ledge Public Schools are required to complete the Volunteer Registration Form and be approved prior to serving as a volunteer.  All volunteers MUST check in at the office to receive a BADGE prior to proceeding to any other area on school property.  Please visit District Volunteer Application to complete the process.

Lost and Found

The lost and found is located near the gym. If your student is missing something, please have them check the lost and found. Labeling clothing/items will also help us to return things to students.  Thank you!

Delta Center PTO 

Our PTO provides support for teachers, academic materials for students, and fun activities for students and families. We are in need of volunteers to continue to run! 

Please see below our meeting schedule for this school year and a list of our members. We would love to have you join us. We have free childcare during the meetings!

What is a makerspace ? It is a place where students can build, create, innovate, and explore with tools and STEM based activities.  The goal is to be able to provide this learning experience to ALL of our students.Any questions please reach out to Brooke Ward. 

We are looking for parent volunteers to help run
makerspace on Monday’s during lunch recess!

Makerspace Volunteer Sign Up

If you would like to help with P.E. equipment, please use this link 

We apprecitate your generosity!  

Mrs. Watters

Delta Center PE Teacher