Paw Paw Later Elementary

Video performances and digital programs for both 3rd grade performances today. 3rd Grade Holiday: Concert Anderson, Irwin, and Schantz https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Afm_To0K7L8p6XTgjoAsXhd5HDixnQS2/view?usp=sharing Program https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NTzPqcz2X82LIYCHjvy3zfWcHTxRPE6m/view?usp=sharing 3rd Grade Holiday Concert: Goodenough, Payne, and Vore https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yqhlKkG02ULWA8kbMNqNEstV36mOLq1s/view?usp=sharing Program https://drive.google.com/file/d/1m1Fmx-C1G8S848eiXAguRV0dutNcrHBq/view?usp=sharing

We hope this allows some of our families to attend next week, but we will still record and post each performance for those that are not able to attend.

The ties that bind Paw Paw are strong! We're in awe at everyday heroes like Tracy Markillie, hardlines team lead at Walmart Supercenter, who show up with a cartful of binders to generously donate to PPHS. Thank you, Walmart of Paw Paw! #pawpawproud #walmart

Congratulations to our Miracle on Main Street essay writing winners. Runners up were Ava Martin and Neveah Cruz. Our Top essay was Kelsey Nichols. They will be downtown to light our community Christmas tree at 6pm. Come out to enjoy an amazing night!!!

On December 6, 2021 @ 7 p.m. the Parent Chat program will return, an open online meeting for parents and others interested in Paw Paw Public Schools programs and services. The focus of this meeting will be Social Emotional Learning (SEL): what it is and how PPPS uses SEL strategies and resources to support students across the District. The meeting will be held on the Zoom platform, and parents can join through this link: https://bit.ly/3FKzD9p. Prizes (gift cards) will be raffled as part of the program, and everyone who attends will be entered into a drawing to win one. Please contact Curriculum Director Corey Harbaugh for more information at corey.harbaugh@ppps.org or (269) 415-5211.

You have until 5 pm today to participate in the Community Input Survey for Paw Paw Public Schools! Whether you have kids in school or not, we would love to hear from you. #YourInputMatters https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PPPSCommunityInput2021

If you're looking for a rewarding and flexible career, then be sure to attend tomorrow's Bus Driver Recruitment Event! Hosted by PPPS and Hoekstra Transportation, we put you in the driver's seat. Enjoy refreshments, test drive a bus, register for a 55" TV and more! #WeNeedDrivers

Later Elementary students have a great opportunity to express their creativity through writing. The top essay will get featured in our Courier Leader and the top three finalists will be invited to flip the switch at our village tree lighting ceremony!

Your Board of Education wants you to know about the great things that they see happening in and around Paw Paw Public Schools! #PawPawPride

If you haven't already done so, please complete the Community Input Survey for Paw Paw Public Schools before November 19th. Thank you! #YourInputMatters

In light of the Early Elementary going virtual and the increased cases at the Later Elementary, we have chosen to host our PTO meeting on-line. The monthly Elementary Campus PTO meeting will be virtual tonight at 6:30pm. Please join us at: https://meet.google.com/ogd-ohrb-hpp Wednesday is an early release day. School releases at 2:45pm tomorrow.

Don't forget to vote tomorrow! #YourVoteMatters

We are looking to hire a Dean of Students exclusively for the Later Elementary. Please share with anyone that might be interested in joining our Later Elementary family.

Election Day is right around the corner, and Paw Paw Public Schools Non-Homestead Operating Millage Renewal is on the ballot. Voters will be asked to consider a ballot proposal that would renew Paw Paw Public Schools Current Operating Millage rate of 18 mills for a period of 10 years. There is no cost on primary residences. This millage applies only to non-homestead properties such as rental homes, commercial property, businesses, and vacation homes. It will impose no new taxes. Holding this millage rate steady for the next 10 years will ensure that all students have access to opportunities that will prepare them for college, trade schools, the workforce and beyond! For questions regarding the November 2, 2021 Non-Homestead Operating Millage Renewal, please call the District Administration Office at 269-415-5200 or visit www.ppps.org

Don't forget about the PTO/Scholastic Book Fair. Open today in the Later Elementary library until 7:30. 20 minutes of reading daily goes a long way toward success in the classroom! Our PTO is also in need of volunteers for our Mother Son event on Saturday. They need volunteers for the event, not set up. The Later Elementary definitely needs more people in order to do all of the planned activities. Sign up at the following link. Thanks for your help!!! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F49ABAA2EA3FCCE9-motherson

It's time to stock up on spiritwear for the elementary. Please visit https://pawpawelementary.itemorder.com/ to order spiritwear for your child. You will find Early and Later Elementary choices with front and back designs. The back design reads "Our Pack's Pride Is Hard To Hide!" Orders can be shipped to your home or you can choose to have items delivered to school. Order soon. Deadline for orders is Sunday, November 7th.

"There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure." General Colin Powell. As students at Paw Paw High School and all schools begin their day, may their preparation and hard work lead to an equally bright future! By Presidential Proclamation, the flag of the United States of America shall be flown at half-staff until sunset on October 22, 2021 to honor the life of General Powell. #Patriot #lifeofservice

Mark your calendar for our annual Halloween Parade at the Elementary Campus. The spooky fun begins at 2:00pm on October 29th. If the weather doesn't cooperate, we'll still stream an indoor parade for our families to enjoy at home!

The Paw Paw Area Chamber of Commerce wants to invite our families to participate in their Halloween Costume Contest. Be sure to visit their website and enter your costume!

I had a great time joining Mrs. White’s students at PPLE today as they participated in their weekly Kids Cooking Around the World zoom class along with other students from around the country. Each week these students make a dish that represents food from a different area of the world. So far, the they have made pork dumplings from China, coconut chicken curry from India and tostones from Ecuador. As they develop good kitchen skills and habits, Mrs. White's students are also learning about unique ingredients and experiencing new foods. The Elementary PTO deserves a special thanks for supporting this learning experience!