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Creating a culture for learning by working together.
Providing a curriculum that engages and challenges all students.
Implementing research base strategies to maximize student learning.
Monitoring and supporting each student's achievement.
2020-2021 Attendance – if your child will not be attending Anderson next year, please email Mrs. Drabczyk at: drabczykj@trentonschools.com
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July 23, 2020
As you know, TPS is moving forward in an effort to open school in the fall with in-person instruction. Our district will also offer a full virtual option by semester for those families that are not comfortable with the aforementioned approach. And lastly, we are still exploring a blended/hybrid model as well; time will tell if this is a viable option. Please use this survey to communicate your current feelings/perspective
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf8HoTbmN7g5eW2pKBzvCfqWqMyNdtGGn3-vI1dWcRv2_1pNw/viewform
July 21, 2020
Greetings to our Trenton Community,
As we prepare for the opening of school in just seven short weeks, we understand that there is a considerable amount of uncertainty. Each day seems to bring news of changes that impact our perspective and planning for the fall. To that end, please note that we have been actively engaged in reviewing the “Return to School Roadmap” specific to Phase 4 and doing our best to come up with a defined plan for the fall. I am happy to share that Trenton Public Schools are optimistic, passionate, and committed to the return of face to face/in-person instruction in September.
We approached this goal by creating a 40 person task force/committee that included representation from teachers, administration, students, parents, coaches, nurses, food and transportation services, special education staff, custodians, support staff, administrative assistants, and paraprofessionals. Though the task seemed immense, our team worked for three days through the best directives of science, medical organizations, and guidance from governmental agencies to create a plan that will go before the Board of Education for approval on Monday, July 27, 2020. Our local plan must be submitted to Wayne County RESA by August 15, 2020.
We also know that in-person instruction may not be an option for some of our families. Therefore, we will also provide students with an opportunity to engage in a more rigorous online program. Currently, we are considering several options for student engagement. A registration form will be available in mid-August.
Lastly, we have not yet developed a blended or hybrid plan. We are fully aware of our neighboring districts’ proposed plans of action and intend to look and create a best fit option for our students. However, to date, the Michigan Department of Education has not yet granted seat time waivers for this scenario. Thus, for the time being, this is not a viable option.
In closing, please look for an additional opportunity to share your thoughts, ideas, and opinions in the very near future.
Stay healthy, happy, and safe!
Douglas Mentzer, Interim Superintendent
Link to Governor’s most recent executive order: https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/MIEOG/2020/06/30/file_attachments/1485859/EO%202020-142.pdf
July 3, 2020
TOPIC: Governor’s Guidelines
Dear Trenton Families –
I hope you are enjoying another hot, but beautiful Michigan summer. As our partner in your child’s education, I wanted to send a brief update on our ongoing back-to-school preparations. As you may have heard, Governor Whitmer released the “Return to School Roadmap” this week. We are pleased to have the opportunity to examine the Governor’s guidelines, which offer schools useful direction surrounding a safe reopening. Based on these guidelines, it is clear that there will be a variety of requirements for our district to implement, and we will be planning all throughout the summer to ensure a safe return to school.
At Trenton, our first priority is the health and safety of our students and this will be the underlying aim of our efforts. We will review the Governor’s guidelines with some of the things that we have already been considering for the fall. Ultimately, the Governor has asked us to prepare three plans—one for full remote home learning; one for regular school with minimal health and safety restrictions; and one with some level of in-school learning (from all day, every day to a hybrid of in school and at home learning) with strict health and safety restrictions. We will complete this effort during the month of July. To that end, you can expect a full update regarding our plan for the fall in early August.
With all of these “new” guidelines to consider, we also know all too well there will be significant costs associated with every aspect of adhering to this plan. As such, we hope to see a renewed commitment from state and federal legislators to allocate additional funding for schools to be able to follow these guidelines and reopen safely. We are excited to welcome students back under the safety rules outlined by the state. Until then, we encourage you to look for learning opportunities for your child throughout the summer to reduce learning loss. This year, more than ever, engaging children in learning activities is critical to their continued academic growth and success.
Thank you for your continued commitment to support our school system and for serving as our partner in your child’s education. Your confidence in our district leadership, staff, and respective support team is greatly appreciated. We are looking forward to seeing everyone again very soon! Until then, stay happy, healthy, and safe!
Sincerely,
Douglas Mentzer, Ed.S
Interim Superintendent of Schools
As you know, TPS is moving forward in an effort to open school in the fall with in-person instruction. Our district will also offer a full virtual option by semester for those families that are not comfortable with the aforementioned approach. And lastly, we are still exploring a blended/hybrid model as well; time will tell if this is a viable option. Please use this survey to communicate your current feelings/perspective
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf8HoTbmN7g5eW2pKBzvCfqWqMyNdtGGn3-vI1dWcRv2_1pNw/viewform
July 21, 2020
Greetings to our Trenton Community,
As we prepare for the opening of school in just seven short weeks, we understand that there is a considerable amount of uncertainty. Each day seems to bring news of changes that impact our perspective and planning for the fall. To that end, please note that we have been actively engaged in reviewing the “Return to School Roadmap” specific to Phase 4 and doing our best to come up with a defined plan for the fall. I am happy to share that Trenton Public Schools are optimistic, passionate, and committed to the return of face to face/in-person instruction in September.
We approached this goal by creating a 40 person task force/committee that included representation from teachers, administration, students, parents, coaches, nurses, food and transportation services, special education staff, custodians, support staff, administrative assistants, and paraprofessionals. Though the task seemed immense, our team worked for three days through the best directives of science, medical organizations, and guidance from governmental agencies to create a plan that will go before the Board of Education for approval on Monday, July 27, 2020. Our local plan must be submitted to Wayne County RESA by August 15, 2020.
We also know that in-person instruction may not be an option for some of our families. Therefore, we will also provide students with an opportunity to engage in a more rigorous online program. Currently, we are considering several options for student engagement. A registration form will be available in mid-August.
Lastly, we have not yet developed a blended or hybrid plan. We are fully aware of our neighboring districts’ proposed plans of action and intend to look and create a best fit option for our students. However, to date, the Michigan Department of Education has not yet granted seat time waivers for this scenario. Thus, for the time being, this is not a viable option.
In closing, please look for an additional opportunity to share your thoughts, ideas, and opinions in the very near future.
Stay healthy, happy, and safe!
Douglas Mentzer, Interim Superintendent
Link to Governor’s most recent executive order: https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/MIEOG/2020/06/30/file_attachments/1485859/EO%202020-142.pdf
July 3, 2020
TOPIC: Governor’s Guidelines
Dear Trenton Families –
I hope you are enjoying another hot, but beautiful Michigan summer. As our partner in your child’s education, I wanted to send a brief update on our ongoing back-to-school preparations. As you may have heard, Governor Whitmer released the “Return to School Roadmap” this week. We are pleased to have the opportunity to examine the Governor’s guidelines, which offer schools useful direction surrounding a safe reopening. Based on these guidelines, it is clear that there will be a variety of requirements for our district to implement, and we will be planning all throughout the summer to ensure a safe return to school.
At Trenton, our first priority is the health and safety of our students and this will be the underlying aim of our efforts. We will review the Governor’s guidelines with some of the things that we have already been considering for the fall. Ultimately, the Governor has asked us to prepare three plans—one for full remote home learning; one for regular school with minimal health and safety restrictions; and one with some level of in-school learning (from all day, every day to a hybrid of in school and at home learning) with strict health and safety restrictions. We will complete this effort during the month of July. To that end, you can expect a full update regarding our plan for the fall in early August.
With all of these “new” guidelines to consider, we also know all too well there will be significant costs associated with every aspect of adhering to this plan. As such, we hope to see a renewed commitment from state and federal legislators to allocate additional funding for schools to be able to follow these guidelines and reopen safely. We are excited to welcome students back under the safety rules outlined by the state. Until then, we encourage you to look for learning opportunities for your child throughout the summer to reduce learning loss. This year, more than ever, engaging children in learning activities is critical to their continued academic growth and success.
Thank you for your continued commitment to support our school system and for serving as our partner in your child’s education. Your confidence in our district leadership, staff, and respective support team is greatly appreciated. We are looking forward to seeing everyone again very soon! Until then, stay happy, healthy, and safe!
Sincerely,
Douglas Mentzer, Ed.S
Interim Superintendent of Schools
NEW FOR 2020: THINK STRETCH SUMMER LEARNING
Summer is a wonderful time for rest, recreation, and relaxation. However, time off from learning can take its toll quickly. Almost immediately. Our summer learning program is designed to give students and families the fun they deserve, while holding onto the concepts students and teachers spent so much time building throughout the school year.
ThinkStretch is more than a workbook. It’s an outcome-driven system that provides students with incentives to maximize their school experience. Simple to start and easy to use, it’s equipped with everything you, your school, students and parents need to be successful. (from thinkstretch.com)
This program also comes with a parent guide which includes:
Summer is a wonderful time for rest, recreation, and relaxation. However, time off from learning can take its toll quickly. Almost immediately. Our summer learning program is designed to give students and families the fun they deserve, while holding onto the concepts students and teachers spent so much time building throughout the school year.
ThinkStretch is more than a workbook. It’s an outcome-driven system that provides students with incentives to maximize their school experience. Simple to start and easy to use, it’s equipped with everything you, your school, students and parents need to be successful. (from thinkstretch.com)
This program also comes with a parent guide which includes:
- Answer keys for math review pages
- Reading comprehension activities for all reading levels
- Writing tips to support students
- “Parents Share” for new summer ideas
- Math games to play at home