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Friday, April 24th, 2026

Upcoming Dates

May 8           Popcorn Day

May 21          All Library Books returned to school 

May 22         No Students - Professional Development Day

May 25         No Students - Memorial Day

May 26         4th Grade visits Hayes

May 29         Field Day 

May 29         Popcorn Day

June 5           Last Day & Half Day for Students                                                                 Release time 12:10 pm

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Aug. 17          Kindergarten Launch & Parent Meeting                                                       5:00 - 6:30 pm

Aug. 19          Open House  4:30 -6:00 pm  Kindergarten                                              5:30 - 7:00 pm 1st - 4th Grade

Aug. 25         FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL - Half Day                                                             Release time 12:10 pm

     School Hours  8:55 am - 3:55 pm

Please do not drop off before 8:40 am

Pick up no later than 4:05 pm 

Please call by 3:00 pm for transportation changes

Thank you!

It is with immense pride and a truly joyful heart that we officially congratulate Darbi on being named Educator of the Year!

This award honors Darbi’s exceptional professionalism and her deep, lasting commitment to our students’ success. Truly the epitome of a kindergarten educator, Darbi possesses a unique talent for transforming her classroom into a space of wonder—a true sanctuary where our youngest learners feel safe, cherished, and empowered to dream big.

We are off to a GREAT start with our M-STEP assessments! Our 3rd and 4th-grade students have been giving it their all—taking their time, showing persistence, and truly putting forth their best effort. We couldn't be prouder of their hard work.

The support within our building has been wonderful to witness. Younger students have been sending notes of encouragement to their "elder" peers, and the halls are filled with inspiring signs to keep spirits high. Way to go, kids!

We look forward to seeing that same focus as we tackle the Math assessment next week.

As always, if you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to me.

Teresa Dyer

If you cannot come the whole hour and a half, share with a friend! Just let us know in sign up genius!  Thank you :)

Mileage Club is back!! It will run from April 13th - May 20th on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Please use this link if you would like to help out!  The kids love having their parents and grandparents visit for Mileage Club. Thank you!

Hello!

As the end of our school year approaches, please keep in mind that our library closes the last 3 week of school.  Our last week of library, and for students to borrow books, is the week of May 11. All library books must be returned to Delta Center no later than Thursday, May 21 (there is no school on Friday, May 22).

Thank you!

Mrs. Gee, Library Media Center

Does your child like contests and artwork? DTDL is hosting a Youth Bookmark Contest.  Check out the details at this link:

https://cms5.revize.com/revize/deltatwplib/Kids%20&%20Teens/DTDL%20Youth%20Bookmark%20Contest%202026.pdf?t=202603271450340&t=202603271450340. 

Bookmarks are due by May 10th!

It is YEARBOOK time!! 

If you would like to order a yearbook, please use this link. If you ordered a portrait package, your yearbook was included and will be here at the end of the school year.

If you are unsure if you previously ordered a yearbook, or if it was included in your portrait package, please call the office at 517-925-5540 and we can let you know. 

If you have any questions for Geskus, please call them at 616-453-4170.

Yearbooks are $8.00 through Geskus.

Thank you! :)

Please check out the AMAZON WISH LIST for our new music teacher, Mr. Leslie!

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Attendance / Absence Policy

All absences from school conflict with the continuity of learning and need to be avoided when possible. Regular school attendance is necessary to academic success and continuous and consecutive attendance in school is required by State law; 10-undocumented absences limit per school year.  The 10-absence limit per school year includes both Explained Absence (AE) and Unexplained Absence (AU).

In order to help provide supports for students and families, GLPS closely monitors explained and unexplained absences. We also work with families to ensure that as many absences as possible are documented, because undocumented absences can trigger truancy considerations.

Documented Absence (AD) - Absence that includes a note from a professional  (ie. doctor, dentist, lawyer, etc.) to explain the absence. Absences are only considered documented for the days identified in the note. For example, if a doctor excuses a student for Monday and Tuesday, but the student is absent on Wednesday and Thursday as well, only Monday and Tuesday’s absences are considered documented. Any absence that does not include a note from a professional is considered undocumented.

Explained Absence (AE) - Undocumented absence in which a parent/guardian calls the office or sends a note to alert the school their child will not be in attendance, but does not include a note from a professional (ie. doctor, dentist, lawyer, etc.). This is important because explained absences are necessary for schools to meet pupil accounting requirements.

Unexplained Absence (AU) - Undocumented absence in which a parent/guardian does not call the office to alert the school their child will not be in attendance.

Attendance Policy - Undocumented Absences

A student's school will send a letter after 6 undocumented absences and after 10 undocumented absences in a school year, providing you with notice of the absences and outlining steps to help your child attend school regularly.

A student's school will communicate with families if the student has undocumented absences on more than 10% of the first 30 days. 

Ten (10) or more days of undocumented absences in a school year can be sent to court. However, GLPS will make every effort to work with you and your student before it gets to that point.

Please note that school related absences, such as field trips or athletic events, are not factored into any truancy related processes.

Volunteering & Chaperoning

Persons wishing to volunteer for Grand Ledge Public Schools are required to complete the Volunteer Registration Form and be approved prior to serving as a volunteer.  All volunteers MUST check in at the office to receive a BADGE prior to proceeding to any other area on school property.  Please visit District Volunteer Application to complete the process.

Please note: the background check takes a few days to process, so submit your application in advance based on your volunteer plans. 

If your student will be moving to a different school next year, be sure to select both their current school and the school they’ll be attending.
For example: If your child is currently in 4th grade at Delta Center and will attend Hayes next year, select Delta Center and Hayes on the application. This ensures you’ll be cleared to volunteer at both locations when needed. Applications are valid for one calendar year.