Category Archives: Dye Elementary
Kenn Domerese Induction Into Michigan High School Coaches Hall of Fame
Congratulations to Kenn Domerese on being inducted into the Michigan High School Coaches Hall of Fame.
Say Hello to our newest C-A staff members:
Tammy Belen joins us as a science teacher at Dillon and Rankin elementaries to help supplement the science curriculum for grade 3-5. Tammy has spent a lot of time travelling. She has been to Florida, Kentucky, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada and Canada. She would still like to see the Statue of Liberty, the Grand Canyon, Niagra Falls, and make a trip to Maine. She also enjoys camping with her family which includes Bryce, Amanda and Jessica; She is a 4H Leader.
Samantha Bonner is a chemistry teacher at the High School. She has been all over the U.S. dancing and returns to the Gulf Shores in Alabama every year for vacation. She would like to go to Hawaii. Other interests include snowboarding, camping, dancing, motocross, track and field, and tractor pulling. She especially enjoys spending time with her family Andrew, ClairaBelle, Hunter, and Saydie.
Roberto Garza will be teaching Spanish at Carman Park Baker Career Academy. He enjoys tennis and golf and has traveled throughout the United States and Mexico.
Krista Ketterer is excited to be a part of C-A and looks forward to bringing her love for learning into Dye Elementary. Krista’s family is a very “hockey” family with her daughter, Hannah, playing. Krista and her husband, Philip also play. They also host 2 teenage boys that play for the Michigan Warriors. When not immersed in hockey she has found time to travel. She would love to travel to every continent. So far she has been to France as a foreign exchange student and to Jamaica for their 10 year anniversary.
Jaquetta Moore is a Business teacher at the High School. She also enjoys traveling and camping with her family. So far they have been to Las Vegas, Denver, Seattle, Atlanta, California and Washington D.C. She said “I am honored to be a part of a community and district that supports student achievement.”
Amy Tennis graduated from Davison High School. She enjoys reading and spending time with friends and family. Amy is excited to join the staff at the Middle School teaching band.
Kathleen Williams will be joining Randels Elementary as a 1st grade teacher. She said “I am thrilled to be a part of C-A. I look forward to the challenges and the successes that teaching brings. Randels has an amazing staff and will be a positive environment to grow.”
Shavota Trouser will be our new Special Education teacher at CAMS.
Jennifer Yee has joined C-A as the Supervisor of Food Services. She will also be providing service for Swartz Creek and Flushing schools. She loves to travel and has spent time in Pennsylvania and Maryland visiting family. Eventually she would like to see Chicago and London, England. As time permits she enjoys assisting with her daughter’s girl scout troops activities. She also likes to do needle work and crafting, baking, and shopping on eBay.
John Lengemann has joined C-A as Physical Education and Health teacher at the Middle School and High School. John’s interests include Bass fishing, basketball, golf, rock climbing and hiking. He has been able to travel abroad and has visited Germany, France, Italy and Switzerland. John would like to one day visit England and Scotland as well. John is excited to be working for C-A and looks forward to working with our Middle School and High School students.
Kristin Wegert has joined the staff at Dye Elementary. She has spent time teaching in Detroit, South Lyon and Flint Schools.
Homecoming Parade Form
Homecoming Parade will be October 17th at 4:30 p.m. beginning at South Baptist Church, G-4091 Van Slyke Road and ending at 5:30 p.m. at the Middle School. Line up starts at 3:30 p.m. with Van Slyke Road closing at 4:15 p.m.
Direct any questions and return registration forms to Ann Giese at 810-591-5575 or agiese@
Youth Soccer League
Looking for a great fall activity for your child? The B-C/A Community Education Youth Enrichment will be hosting the 2014 Youth Soccer League for K-5th grade. Registration deadline is Sept. 15, so get registered TODAY!! Click here for registration and details.
Fall 2014 Community Education Course Catalog
Continuing with your education is important, so click here to view our Fall 2014 Community Education course catalog.
Kids Karate Classes
Our program combines two crucial courses into one, Sanchin-Ryu Karate & Self-Defense and Project Secure Child (child safety). Students will be trained with proven, age-appropriate techniques 
that are necessary for kids to protect themselves from attackers. This program is set in a fun, yet structured, environment which will give your child a positive outlook on learning a martial art. We focus on healthy attitudes versus perfection! Participants will achieve strategies, drills and exercises they are lead through. An ongoing course, where students have the opportunity to continue their education in the same location with no hidden fees!
2014-15 School Calendar
| September 2, 2014 | Students Report (Full Day) |
| October 1, 2014 | Late Start Wednesdays Begin |
| October 10, 2014 | End of 1st Marking Period for HS & MS |
| October 10, 2014 | Middle School Records Day (Half Day) |
| October 31, 2014 | Elementary Records Day (Half Day) |
| October 31, 2014 | End of 1st Marking Period for Elementary |
| November 13 & 14, 2014 | Elementary Conferences (Half Days) |
| November 26, 2014 | End of 2nd Marking Period for HS & MS |
| November 27 – November 30, 2014 | Fall Recess |
| December 20, 2014 – January 4, 2015 | Winter Recess |
| January 19, 2015 | Martin Luther King Day (NO school) |
| January 21 – 23, 2015 | High School Exams (Half Days) |
| January 23, 2015 | End of 2nd Marking Period/First Semester (Elementaries) |
| January 23, 2015 | End of 3rd Marking Period/First Semester (HS & MS) |
| January 23, 2015 | Elementary & Middle School Records Day (Half Day) |
| February 12 – 16, 2015 | February Recess (NO school) |
| March 5 – 6, 2015 | Elementary Conferences (Half Days) |
| March 6, 2015 | End of 4th Marking Period for HS & MS |
| March 6, 2015 | Records Day (Half Day Middle School) |
| March 27, 2015 | End of Third Marking Period for Elementary |
| April 3 – 12, 2015 | Spring Recess (NO school) |
| April 22, 2015 | Last Late Start Wednesday |
| April 24, 2015 | End of 5th Marking Period for HS & MS |
| May 25, 2015 | Memorial Day (NO school) |
| June 8 – 10, 2015 | Middle & High School Exams (Half Days) |
| June 9 – 10, 2015 | Elementary Records Days (Half Days) |
| June 10, 2015 | End of Second Semester – LAST Day of School (Half Day) |
2014-15 C-A Community School Bus Routes
Below you will find links for all 2014-15 C-A Community School bus routes.
Superintendent’s Closing Article
A Year of Cavalier Pride
I often have the pleasure of speaking with Carman-Ainsworth Alumni or long-time residents who share their past experiences of C-A with me. Occasionally people will ask: “So…has Carman-Ainsworth changed”? I am eager to respond with a resounding: YES, C-A has changed over the years…and we are extremely proud of what we have accomplished. Consider these specific highlights from the 2013-14 School Year:
• The C-A Class of 2014 was offered over $3.3 Million in scholarships…the largest total to date;
• CAHS graduates have again been accepted to the most highly competitive schools of their choice across the nation including University of Pennsylvania and Yale University;
• Two C-A Robotics Teams won State Championships (first time ever) at both the High School (FRC) and Lego Robotics (FLL) Levels and earned the right to compete at the World Robotics Championships in St. Louis;
• Students at various levels across our district represented C-A (and won in some cases) Spelling Competitions at the county level;
• 3 Carman-Ainsworth Bands earned the right to compete at the State Band Festival (2 of the 3 earned an overall top rating of “1”);
• 171 Carman-Ainsworth Middle School students in 7th and 8th grades earned 195.5 high school credits in 2013-2014, prior to even entering high school;
• CAHS athletes won numerous individual and team Saginaw Valley Conference Championships;
• The CAHS Football and Girls Basketball Teams won our first-ever Division I Regional Championships respectively; and
• Our student-led Empathy for All (EFA) anti-bullying group was recognized by The Flint Journal as “Blueberry Ambassadors” for their community-based efforts;
• Countless students across our entire district earned individual and collective awards in all arenas of learning!
To be certain, Carman-Ainsworth is different than we were in the past…in fact, our students are earning awards and accomplishments at higher levels than ever before!
Moving Forward
As we plan for another successful year in 2014-15, please remember that learning cannot be put on hold over the summer months. Whether your child is attending our summer school programs, Community Education’s Camp Adventure, or by simply reading with them each day, we can help ensure that our children keep learning.
I wish you all a very relaxing, rejuvenating and safe summer break! Enjoy friends, family and (hopefully) beautiful weather!
Steve Tunnicliff, Ph.D.
Superintendent, Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools