Category Archives: Elementary School
Rankin 5th Grade Geometry Class
Fifth graders test 4 different objects in order to see how friction affects their speed and distance.
Maya, the Storyteller Visits Dye
In honor of Black History Month, 4th grade students at Dye Elementary were enlighten by stories, songs, instruments and activities surrounding the African American culture. Activities included participation in the the book, Sit In: How Four Friends Stood up by Sitting Down (against segregation at the Woolworth department store in 1960).
Mrs. Hotchkiss’ Kindergarten Class at Dye
We made it! Mrs. Hotchkiss’ class has been working really hard at reading this month! Her class set a goal to read to self for 15 minutes for several days in a row. They made it! They celebrated reaching that goal by buddy reading with juice and cookies.
The Case of the Cut Cake At Dye Elementary
The Title I Program at Dye hosted a family mystery night on March 14. Families were invited to solve the Case of the Cut Cake by participating in reading and math problem solving activities. Once they collected all of the clues and solved the mystery, families enjoyed cake and juice. Every student took home a free mystery book along with a magnifying glass and strategy card to help solve unknown words when reading.
It was a fun night for everyone involved! Please watch for more Title I nights at Dye!
Celebrate Earth Day this Saturday!
When: Saturday, April 13th 10:00 am-3:00 pm
Where: At University of Michigan-Flint Harding Mott University Center
Join the fun and activities. Free for all. Open to the community.
If you have any questions call 810-766-6763.
Hardworking Bulldogs at Dye
Congratulations to all of our Hardworking Bulldogs at Dye! Each Friday a student from each class who has done exceptional work on an assignment is chosen to have the work displayed on the Hardworking Bulldog Board. Keep up the great work!
Rankin Elementary 5th Grade Parents Meeting
Please plan to attend the parent meeting scheduled for April 18th at 6:00 p.m. this meeting will be held in the Rankin Gym. Please Note: this is also the same night as the 5th grade music program. Students are to report to the music room while parents attend the meeting. Dr. Tunnicliff, Superintendent; Mr. Summey, CAMS Principal; and Mrs. McGilvery will be meeting with parents to share opportunities available at the Middle School. This will be an opportunity for parents to ask any questions that they may have. Students will be taking a tour of the Middle School later this year.
