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The Cromie Chronicle Cromie Elementary School
29797 Gilbert Warren, MI 48093 586.574.3160
February/March 2019
24 hour Absence Line # 2 Information Line #5 Fax: 586.698.4331 Bus Cancellation: 586.698.4441 www.wcskids.net/cromie
Accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
Mr. Jack Stanton, Principal [email protected] Mrs. Lisa Murchison, Secretary [email protected] Ms. Sue Arini, C.A. Clerk [email protected]
Monday—Friday 8:52am—3:59pm Half Days 8:52am—12:03pm
2018– 2019 Calendar of Events
February 4 Carter Counselors visit 5th Grade: 10:31am-11:30am 5 Camp Day—activities for 5th Grade Parent Camp Meeting @ 5:30pm 6 Hearing Testing grades K, 2, 4 11 Hearing Testing grades K, 2, 4 12 PTC Meeting @ 6:30pm in the Café 13 Spring Count Day 2019 Kindergarten Meeting @ the PAC 6pm 15 1/2 Day—Records Day—Dismissal at 12:03pm 18-22 Winter Break 25 Classes Resume 26 Economics Day 1pm—3pm March 4-7 DIA Visits Cromie 5 5th Grade Night at Carter Middle School 8 Free Breakfast for the entire school 1/2 Day of School—Dismissal at 12:03pm 11 Hearing Test Rescreen 12 Spring Pictures PTC Meeting @ 6:30pm in the Café 13 Area Band Concert—7pm @ SHHS 14 Parent Teacher Conferences—Afternoon & Evening 1/2 Day of School—Dismissal @ 12:03pm 18 Dentists-R-Us visit 26 Writing Celebration—WMott Annex 6:30pm 29 1/2 Day of School—Dismissal @ 12:03pm April 1—5 Spring Break
Please Note:
To volunteer you
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watch the related
Concussion & FERPA
Education Videos.
February/March 2019
Greetings Cromie Families!
Winter is upon us, but is not slowing us down! Our
students and staff have been working hard and
making great progress all across the board. We
are excited by the growth and success all our
Cromie kids are experiencing!
In education, our most valuable resource is our
instructional time. This makes consistent, timely
attendance a critical factor in your student’s
success. Please ensure that your student is here
at Cromie, ready to learn, each day at 8:52 until
3:59. Even running a few minutes late or leaving a
bit early can rob your child of prime opportunities
to learn and grow, putting them at risk of falling
behind their classmates. Remember, too, that a
good night’s sleep and a healthy breakfast are key
aspects of a great day at school.
I would also like to reiterate my previous
statements requesting your patience and caution in
our small parking lot. Please remember to use your
turn signals to communicate with your fellow
drivers. Children should ALWAYS enter and exit
vehicles on the passenger side, directly to or from
the sidewalk. Cars in the thru lane should never
have students entering or exiting, and please do
not park in the drop-off lane.
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Winter’s chill also necessitates warm winter
clothing for your child. Here at Cromie, we
value the benefits of physical exercise as part
of a well-rounded education. We utilize out-
door recess to provide students with this op-
portunity whenever the real-feel temperature
is above 15 degrees. Please make sure your
child is equipped with a warm coat, hat,
gloves, and appropriate footwear.
Lastly, I want to encourage you to take time
each evening to read with your child. A nightly
ritual, even if only ten or fifteen minutes in
length, can set your child up for a lifetime of
success. Reading skills have benefits for stu-
dents across all academic disciplines, and
good readers read often! Model this for your
child by engaging in reading with them every
day.
Thank you for sharing the greatest blessings
our community has to offer—your children—
with the staff here at Cromie.
Best,
Jack Stanton
Principal
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SAVE THE DATE!
CROMIE PTC GOLF OUTING
Saturday, June 1, 2018
2pm Shotgun
1pm Registration
Cracklewood Golf Club
For info on golf and hole
sponsorships
Contact: [email protected]
Cromie Elementary has a Science Olympiad
team for the second year! These students
are in the process of practicing their individ-
ual events in hopes of performing at several
competitions later this school year. Let’s
cheer them on as they head to these com-
petitions to compete against other elemen-
tary schools in Macomb County.
TEAM members are: Donnie Thomas,
Yousif Mansour, Isabella Hormillosa, Gabi
Mages, Alen Spahic, Adnan Fetinci, Mat-
thew Caballero, Aiden Shores, Leilah
Horne, Londen Kimbrough, Charlotte Martin,
Tristan Tiedeck, Lucas Delisle,
Brick Sandridge, Angelina Krikor, Aiden
Amandra, Kennedy Perry , Gracie Mecher,
Noah Saberon, Joey Tysar.
Parent FYI: Students who leave school early will be marked with a “Late
Tardy”. These will be counted the same as a tardy in the morning. Our
school day ends at 3:59pm. It is important that your child be in school
the entire day. Please try to schedule appointments after the
school day has ended.
CONGRATULATIONS!
The WCS Board of Education honored the
winners of the American Education Week
Poster Contest at the December 5th
Board of Education meeting. The poster
contest is sponsored by the Warren Edu-
cation Association.
Congrats to:
Kassia Lapoint, Katelyn Hayden,
Amanda Sawden, Jerzi Lockett.
Mrs. Berezowsky and Mr. Stanton pictured
with the students.
November Students of the Month Top Row: Arila Zenuni, Harlie Bacon, Andrea Sturgeon, Anna Bommarito, Kennedy Perry, Melina Murtic, ,
Isabella Mills, Lyla Schneider, Mr. Stanton, Nick Gager
Keith Schwartz, Adem Jakupi, Dominic Paquette, Ryder Matheny, Stephanie Abdalla, Kaelyn Curtis, Rosemary
Korial, Justin Stanciel, Gregory Smolinksi, Emma Vanderham, Sasha Barret, Makadien Thurman.
Not pictured: Ray Lee.
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December Students of the Month First Row: Rose Yang, Valerie Lee, Lorelei Kechego, Raeann Johnson, Mr. Stanton, Victor Pratt, Nanjiba Shabil,
Allison Newington, Josephina Cliff, Sarah Al Quta.
Second Row: Reece Wiley, Joey Spiga, Steela Salaytan, Luke Milonovich, Noelle Harrinton, Chloe Rose,
Raqib Uddin, Alex Johnson, Oliver Fisher, Lathan Bookout.
Not pictured: Isabella Walden, Bethany Moses, Lukman Miah, Jace Stephens.
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Are You Returning to
Cromie Elementary? Please help us prepare for the
2019-2020 school year by completing the following information.
It is very important that we have accurate information as we
plan for the next school year.
Student Name_____________________________________________
Current Grade_____________________________________________
Current Teacher Name_____________________________________________
____ will be returning to Cromie for the 2019-2020 school year.
____ will not be returning for the 2019-2020 school year.
reason for leaving Cromie ____________________________
My child will be attending what school _________________________
(name of school or district)
Please complete and return to your child’s teacher by Friday, March 29, 2019.
One form is necessary for each child
Q. Should I keep my child home from school if he or she has cold or flu symptoms? Is your advice dif-
ferent 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 con-
tact the child’s doctor if he or she has these symptoms. Symptoms of a common cold include stuffy nose, sneez-
ing, 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 chil-
dren may benefit from an antiviral medication, which can be prescribed by a doctor and can help lessen the num-
ber 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.
Julia Lechtenberg RN
WCS School Nurse,
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 de-
cision making this flu season.
WHEN SICKNESS STRIKES:
Know When to Keep a Child Home From School
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Inte re sting fac ts about Warre n, 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 im-
proved. 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.
