Gaines Elementary School

Back-to-School Information and Helpful Tips for Families Swartz Creek Community Schools will welcome students back for the 2025–2026 school year on Wednesday, August 20. Please note that the first day will be a half-day PM for all students. See dismissal times by building listed below. To help families prepare for a smooth start to the school year, here are a few helpful tips: 1. Ease Into a Routine: Start adjusting your child’s bedtime and wake-up time now. Getting into a consistent routine before school begins helps students feel more rested and ready to learn. 2. Practice Lunch Skills: If your student is in the younger grades, take time to practice opening lunch items such as snack bags, containers, and juice boxes. This helps build independence and confidence during lunch time. 3. Organize Supplies: General supply lists can be found on our district website. Teachers will also communicate classroom-specific needs. Having a few basic items packed and ready in your child’s backpack is a great starting point. 4. Talk About the School Day: Discussing what to expect on a typical school day can ease first-day jitters and help your child feel more confident heading into the new year. 5. Label All Belongings: Make sure your child’s backpack, lunchbox, water bottle, and outerwear are clearly labeled. This increases the chances of lost items making their way back home. Early 5s and Kindergarten Families: You will receive information in the mail regarding a one-hour welcome meeting on the first day of school. Parents attend this session with their child to help support a confident and positive transition into school. ⸻ Open House Dates: Monday, August 19 Grades K–5: • Syring Elementary: 6:00–7:00 PM • Morrish Elementary: 6:00–7:00 PM • Dieck Elementary: 6:30–7:30 PM • Elms Elementary: 6:30–7:30 PM • Gaines Elementary: 6:00–7:00 PM Middle School (SCMS): • 4:00–6:00 PM “Welcome Back” event High School (SCHS): • Monday, August 26: 6:00–7:00 PM ⸻ First Day of School: Wednesday, August 20 (Half-Day PM) Dismissal Times: • Swartz Creek High School: 11:16 AM – 2:20 PM • SCVLC: 11:26 AM – 2:25 PM • Swartz Creek Middle School: 11:26 AM – 2:30 PM • Dieck, Elms & Gaines: 12:30 PM – 3:25 PM • Morrish & Syring: 12:50 PM – 3:45 PM ⸻ Please note: Building office staff will return to work the week of August 12, and principals will be sending emails with important school-specific details to help families feel fully prepared for the first day. We look forward to an amazing school year ahead. Welcome back, Dragons!

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Kindergarten & Early 5’s Registration is NOW OPEN for 2025-2026! If your child will turn 5 before December 2, 2025, it’s time to get them enrolled for the next school year! Start the process online today: https://bit.ly/SCDragon25 School of Choice families are welcome, too! Come see why so many choose to be part of the Dragon family. Need a little help or want to celebrate the moment? Join us for our Dragon Signing Day on April 29th at The Cage Fieldhouse (4110 Morrish Rd). Drop in anytime between 4:30–7:00 PM to meet our amazing staff, ask questions, snap a special signing day photo, and enjoy fun activities like bounce houses!

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🌟 Connections to Wellness in the Creek – FREE Event! 🌟 Join us for a FREE community event focused on health and wellness! 📅 Saturday, March 22, 2025 🕙 10 AM - 1 PM 📍 Swartz Creek Middle School, 8230 Crapo St., Swartz Creek What to Expect: ✅ Prizes & Drawings – including a $500 Meijer gift card! ✅ Mobile Food Pantry ✅ Free Brunch Provided by The Pig and The Hen ✅ Health & Wellness Resources Sponsored By: • Platinum: Genesee Health System, Meijer • Gold: FPCU, PFCU, Dragons Youth Football • Silver: Calvary Christian Church, Center for Emotional Wellness, iWellness Services, Sloan Museum, Sovita Credit Union • Bronze: Genesee Conservation Services, Huntington Bank, Recovery Pathways Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with local resources and enjoy a fun-filled day with your family! See you there!

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Parent/Teacher Conferences are coming up! Elementary Conferences 📍 Tuesday, November 12 (5-8 PM) 📍 Thursday, November 14 (1:00-3:30 & 5-7 PM) – 1/2 Day K-5 ONLY ➡️ Please contact your child’s teacher if you have not previously scheduled a conference. Middle School Conferences 📍 Monday, November 11 (4-7 PM) 📍 Wednesday, November 13 (12:30-2:00 & 3-6 PM) – 1/2 Day 6-8 ONLY ➡️ Please schedule conferences here [https://5il.co/2zino]. High School Conferences 📍 Tuesday, November 12 (5-8 PM) 📍 Thursday, November 14 (3-6 PM) ➡️ Conferences are drop-in style. 🔴 Reminder: No School K-12 on Friday, November 15

Early voting starts tomorrow, October 26! Michigan voters can now cast their ballot early, including on the SCCS ZERO-TAX-RATE INCREASE Bond Proposal. It’s fast and easy! More details at: https://www.swartzcreek.org/page/bond. For early voting info, visit https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us.