Mrs. Burch's Weekly Update (1/16)

Happy Friday! It was a busy week! I hope you enjoyed the Snow Day!! We completed both the Math and Language NWEA tests, as well as the Domain 4 Assessment this week. The kids did great overall! They're showing lots of growth already! I'm so proud of them!! 

Report Cards are available on PowerSchool. If you need help accessing your child's first semester report card, please contact the main office. 

Book Orders are due by Friday, January 23. Please make sure orders are submitted online by noon on 1/23. All your scholastic orders help us earn free books for our classroom! Thank you for your support! 

Mrs. Burch's Class Scholastic Ordering Page

Mrs. Burch's Code: GZKBK

We read about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. today and discussed why we don't have school on Monday. He was such an important man! We talked about how we can "Be Great Like Dr. King" and share kindness, too!

Next Week:

• Math: Unit 5--Addition & Subtraction, Money
• Social Studies: Economics 
• CKLA Skills: Unit 3 Skills--/ue/ and /aw/
• CKLA Knowledge (Science): Domain 5--Butterflies, Bees, and Beetles: Insects

Upcoming Dates:

• January 19--No School, MLK, Jr. Day
• January 21--Rollerama Night 6-9pm
• January 26--State of Michigan Spirit Day
• February 6--Hutchings Swim Night (4:30-6pm)
• February 9--PTO Meeting 6pm
• February 12- Donuts w/Grownups (A-L)
• February 13--No School for students
• Feburary 19- Aubree's Night (Celebrity Server Night)
• February 25- Donuts w/Grownups (M-Z)

Please note:

• We do not celebrate birthdays with edible treats in 2nd grade. You are welcome to send in a pencil or small trinket for your child to pass out if you would like, but I will make his/her day special regardless! Thank you for understanding!
• Don't forget: students need a healthy snack and a secure water bottle at school each day! We're having an issue with tops that don't close tightly OR that pop open easily. Please check your child's water bottle to make sure it's easy for them to latch. Thank you!
• If you would like to help in our classroom this year, please see our Classroom Volunteer Sign-up! Make sure to fill out the volunteer form and turn into the office BEFORE you volunteer! Please limit sign-ups to twice per month, so all parents have a chance. Spots will become available 60 days out, so make sure to check back if everything is currently filled.

From the PTO:

1/21- Rollerama night

The next rollerama night is January 21 from 6:00 - 9:00 PM! 

Rollerama 6995 Grand River Rd Brighton MI 48114

A portion of each entry fee will be donated back to benefit the Hutchings PTO initiatives. Look out for more information closer to the event.

1/30- Basketball Youth Challenge at the Fieldhouse

One Howell spirit competition among schools at upcoming basketball games. The school with the highest percentage of student attendance for each bracket advances. Each school bracket "match up" is a theme night. Hutchings vs. Three Fires on January 30, "green out" theme. Check in between 6-7 PM at the HOME TICKET TABLE. Students are free with a paid adult ($6).

2/6- Swim/Pool Competition

It’s official, the competition at the Highlander Aquatics and Fitness Center is on!! Anytime you head to the pool let them know you’re with Hutchings and get a marble to go into the bucket. The school with the most marbles will win a donation to the PTO!

Current standings:

1. Voyager

2. Challenger

3. Northwest

4. Three Fires

5. Hutchings & Southwest

We have fallen back to 5th place so we have some work to do Huskies!

Our dedicated open swim night is February 6, 4:30-6 PM.

*Other Upcoming Dates*

2/9- PTO Meeting @6pm

2/12- Donuts w/Grownups (A-L)

2/19- Aubree's Night (Celebrity Server Night)

2/25- Donuts w/Grownups (M-Z)

A note from Central Office: 

Each year, Howell Public Schools honors two exceptional individuals through the Teacher of the Year and Support Person of the Year awards. These awards celebrate the dedication, professionalism, and daily impact of staff members who make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.

Teacher of the Year nominees should be exceptionally skilled and dedicated professional educators, including teachers, counselors, and other instructional staff. Ideal candidates demonstrate deep knowledge of their students and engage in creative, imaginative, and inspiring teaching practices.

Support Person of the Year nominees should be individuals who go above and beyond to create a positive, respectful, and supportive environment where all students feel valued and achieve success. Eligible candidates include secretaries, library services coordinators, aides, computer technicians, food service workers, maintenance employees, and more.

New this year! Nominations for both awards can be completed at https://bit.ly/4jw1sHV.

All nominations are due by Monday, February 6, 2026, at 4 p.m. Late submissions will not be considered.