Beagle Elementary School • 600 South Street, Grand Ledge, Michigan 48837 • www.glps.k12.mi.us Phone (517) 925-5480 • Fax (517) 925-5523

MESSAGE FROM MRS. KENNAUGH Last Friday, Beagle students and staff pledged to “Stand 4 Change” to assist in defeating bullying. This is the third year that we have participated in this pledge, coming together with schools across our nation take the following pledge:

“ I will not allow social labels to define others or myself. I will take a stand against bullying in my school.

Starting today, I will stand up and Defeat the Label.”

Stopbulling.gov encourages us as a society to refrain from labeling people as bullies or victims. This may inadvertently send the message that the behavior cannot be changed. Rather, refer to the person as “the one who bullied” or “the one who was bullied.” This change in verbiage, while it may seem small, can make a profound impact by helping those involved with bullying believe that they can improve their behavior. Remember, bullying is not only physical. It can be verbal as well, which includes telling or spreading rumors, making repeated verbal threats, teasing/belittling others, taunting, or embarrassing others purposefully. These are the types of bullying that are seen most often in society and we, as adults, can make a difference by being positive role models for our children. When talking to another or about a situation, ask yourself the following: Is what I am about to say… True Helpful? Inspiring? Necessary? Kind?

This can be especially difficult while in a situation that is frustrating (a long line at the grocery store, poor service at a restaurant) or emotionally charged (a sporting event, disagreements with loved ones), yet our children all learn how to deal with such situations by what the adults around them continually model. Please partner with us in our efforts to model how to deal with such challenges in a kind, respectful way. Teach your child the T-H-I-N-K acronym and be a positive role model. Together, we can make a difference! As always, if you have any questions or would like to discuss any concerns, please contact me.

May 9, 2014

DATES TO REMEMBER Tues. 5/13 CI – Special Olympics Wed. 5/14 Dentists R Us May 16 – 17 Relay for Life – Beagle Elementary Sat. 5/17 Relay for Life – 4th Graders Sing at Noon Tues. 5/20 Lutz/Schuchaskie – Charlton Park Wed. 5/21 Beach/Kelly – Charlton Park Fri. 5/23 Second Grade – Woldumar Nature Center Mon. 5/26 No Students – Memorial Day Wed. 5/28 Sixth Grade Band Concert - GLHS 7:30 pm Mon. 6/2 First Grade – Fitzgerald Park Tues. 6/3 Fifth Grade – John Ball Zoo Tues. 6/3 Sixth Grade – Hayes Tour 12:45 – 1:45 pm Wed. 6/4 First Grade – Boulder Ridge Park Wed. 6/4 Lutz/Beach GLHS Pool 1:00 – 2:30 pm Fri. 6/6 Third Grade – Potters Park Zoo Sat. 6/7 Golf Outing Fundraiser (Blessings in a Backpack) Tues. 6/10 Sixth Grade Recognition – 7 pm Wed. 6/11 A.M. Half Day – Last Day for Students Wed. 6/11 Sixth Grade – Michigan Adventure

Mrs. Dawn Kennaugh, Principal

** END OF THE DAY TIME CHANGE ** Beginning Monday, May 12, School will be dismissed at 3:48 pm.

Due to the Friday power outage, Beagle is going to be 100+ minutes short for the State of Michigan requirement. However, we are okay on the number of days. Therefore, beginning Monday, May 12, we will be extending our school day by 5 minutes and dismissal will be 3:48 pm. This will continue

through June 10th. June 11th is still a half-day with school dismissed at noon.

Beagle Elementary School • 600 South Street, Grand Ledge, Michigan 48837 • www.glps.k12.mi.us Phone (517) 925-5480 • Fax (517) 925-5523

SCHOOLS OF CHOICE 2014-OPENINGS

Grand Ledge Public Schools is accepting “Schools of Choice” applications under Section 105 and 105(c) of the State School Aid Act for a limited number of openings in the District. Kindergarten: Neff Kindergarten (50) 1st grade: Beagle Elementary (6)

Delta Center Elementary (6) Wacousta Elementary (18) 2nd grade: Beagle Elementary (29)

Delta Center Elementary (23) Wacousta Elementary (22) Willow Ridge Elementary (3) 3rd grade: Beagle Elementary (25)

Delta Center Elementary (13) Wacousta Elementary (18) Willow Ridge Elementary (13)

4th grade: Beagle Elementary (17)

Delta Center Elementary (19) Wacousta Elementary (13)

5th grade: Beagle Elementary (4)

Wacousta Elementary (2) 6th grade: Beagle Elementary (7)

Delta Center Elementary (11) Wacousta Elementary (22) Willow Ridge Elementary (24)

7th grade: Hayes Middle (41) 8th grade: Hayes Middle (27) 9th grade: Grand Ledge High (50)

Please go to our website, www.glcomets.net to download the Schools of Choice Application. If you have questions, please

call 517 925-5447.

ENROLLMENT FOR NEXT YEAR

It’s that time of the year again where our staff will start making plans for next year. If you know your student(s) will not be attending Beagle next year, please contact the office at 925-5480. If you are aware of new students that will be moving into the area, please encourage them to give us a call. Thank you!

CURRENT SCHOOLS OF CHOICE STUDENTS

If you currently have a Schools of Choice student, you must notify the District either by email to D'Anne Golub at golubd@glcomets.net, or a letter to Grand Ledge Public Schools, c/o D'Anne Golub, 220 Lamson Street, Grand Ledge, MI 48837 no later than May 31, 2014 indicating that you would like your student(s) to continue as a schools of choice student for the 2014-2015 school year.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR FIELD DAY – JUNE 6th

We need volunteers to make the field day at Beagle Elementary School a success! Field day will take place on Monday, June 6th, on the high school

track near Beagle Elementary School. Grades 1-3 will participate from 9-11 a.m. Grades 4-6 will participate from 1-3 p.m. Please visit the link below to sign up for field day at Beagle Elementary School. Contact Beagle PE teacher, Mr. Moore with questions. http://www.beaglespecials.blogspot.com.

RELAY FOR LIFE

The Relay for Life Walk for a Cure relay is being held at Beagle next week from Friday at 5 p.m. through Saturday at 5 p.m. The relay teams will be setting up prior to the 5:00 p.m. start, which means that the loop in the parking lot where pick-up and drop-off normally occur will be closed. If you are picking your child up from school that day (Friday, May 16), please plan on parking in the north side of the school, (Brookside Subdivision) and meeting your students in the gym. Walkers will be dismissed after the buses are released. Please do not park in the front parking lot, or use the front door. We recognize that this is an inconvenience to families, but the Relay is a worthy cause that involves our entire community. Thank you in advance for understanding.

LUNCH MENU 5/12 ~ Breaded Chicken Sandwich or Ham & Cheese Chef Salad & Roll 5/13 ~ Pancakes & Egg Patties or Turkey & Cheese Sub 5/14 ~ Pepperoni Pizza or Beef Chili & Soft Pretzel 5/15 ~ Cheese Quesadilla or Chicken & Bean Burrito 5/16 ~ Grilled Cheese or Beef Ravioli & Roll