Colon Community Schools

We want to share this very exciting news with the community. We were given the opportunity to expand our GSRP preschool program to a 5 day per week program, commencing August 28th. We will be the only public school setting offering this full-week program this school year. We have contacted all families currently signed up for the program. However, we do have openings for more students. If you are interested in this new program offering, please contact Rebecca Crotser directly at rcrotser@colonschools.org or 269-432-2121. She can connect you with our enrollment contact regarding changing your preference to a full-week program. If you are interested in enrolling tomorrow, you can head out to the Eligibility Assessment Appointments for children and families. It is Wednesday, August 9 at Sturgis Central Commons from 1-6 pm.

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

Families and Parents. We wanted to share a short video about our new entry procedures at Colon Elementary and Colon High. We now have a buzzer system as part of our recently completed safety and security upgrades. Please take a moment to review the short video, featuring our Magi Bunny, demonstrating how to gain entry to the buildings. You can view the video at: https://tinyurl.com/MagiEntry

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

All Colon Community Schools students receive a free breakfast and lunch this coming school year. However, we need your help as all families should plan to still complete the Educational Benefits Form at Open House OR online. The online link to complete is https://colon.familyportal.cloud/ The completion of these forms supports school supplemental programs & services. This includes discounted fees for some cable/internet providers and resources for school supplies and staff. Please read the letter from our Superintendent and Food Service Director about the importance of completing the Educational Benefits form The letter can be accessed at https://shorturl.at/bftCG All Back To School resources can be accessed on our website at: https://www.colonschools.org/page/back-to-school-23

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

Please plan to vote for our Non-Homestead Operating Millage Renewal TOMORROW.... Tuesday, August 8th. Colon Community Schools is asking voters to approve a renewal of our current non-homestead operating millage. This proposal will NOT impact the taxes on owner-occupied homes in our district. More information can be found on our website @ https://www.colonschools.org/page/millage-2023

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

Can you believe we are two weeks away from the start of school? We are excited to share details about our Open House events that will take place on Wednesday, August 16th. This is an opportunity for your student(s) to meet key staff and teachers. Also, a great time to complete all of your back-to-school forms. Our technology team, transportation partners, and food service staff will be on hand to answer questions. All of the details for each building are listed on our Back To School page located at: https://www.colonschools.org/o/colon/page/back-to-school-23

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

Our first annual Signing Day for incoming Magi students! Check out all of the details. If you have questions, you can reach out to the team at Colon Elementary @ (269) 432-2121.

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

Colon High School PTN needs your help! We are looking for some cool donations for our raffle gift baskets. See our flyer for more info. Help support our organization focused on supporting teachers and students through collaborative partnerships!

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

Happy August to our Colon Junior/Senior High School families. We have important information to share about the upcoming school year that we felt was important to get out a couple of weeks before school starts. We have a different cell phone policy this year. Cell phone use is limited to ONLY passing time between bells and lunch. We realize this may be a change for some students but it is important for our learning environment. Learn more by visiting our Back To School site and clicking on "School Handbooks" (https://www.colonschools.org/o/colon/page/back-to-school-23) or visit https://tinyurl.com/Colon-CHS-Handbook

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

We are looking forward to seeing incoming 6th through 12th graders at our Colon High School Open House on Wednesday, August 16th! Open House is an excellent time to meet our staff, see your new teachers and complete and submit required documents. All are welcome between 5-6:30 PM. We also have special times set aside for our incoming 6th graders and 9th graders as well. Incoming 6th-grade students should plan to meet in the cafeteria at 4:30 PM. Incoming 9th-grade students should plan to meet in the cafeteria at 6:30 PM. Please call CHS if you have any questions, our team would be happy to answer questions for you.

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

We are excited to see you at our CES Open House on Wednesday, August 16th at 6 PM. Some pretty cool activities are planned, so be sure to join us! Meet your teacher, and gear up for the new school year. Click here for more information: https://shorturl.at/cstQ1

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

Please plan to vote for our Non-Homestead Operating Millage Renewal on Tuesday, August 8th. Colon Community Schools is asking voters to approve a renewal of our current non-homestead operating millage. This proposal will NOT impact the taxes on owner-occupied homes in our district. More information can be found on our website @ https://www.colonschools.org/page/millage-2023

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

Colon Schools families and staff... want to show your Magi pride as we prepare to return to school? Make sure to grab a Magi Family Yard Sign to proudly display in your yard. Pick up a sign tomorrow, Tuesday, August 1st at Colon Elementary while supplies last. Join Principal PeGan, Principal Wielenga, and Superintendent Kowalski on Tuesday, August 1st from 2:30 to 5PM, or until yard signs run out! Remember to arrive no earlier than 2:30 as we have summer school dismissal. Check out more info here: https://shorturl.at/hnovH

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

Good morning! If you have a student at Colon Elementary for summer school, please read on. Due to a building facilities issue, we have temporarily relocated to Colon High School. Dismissal will run as normal for buses and parent pick-up/walkers and all students will return to the CES parking lot for a normal 2 PM dismissal.

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

We are excited to have met so many new families and students over the summer and are working hard to prepare their teacher assignments and schedules. Open Enrollment is still underway, stop by to see us soon!

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

We Need You! Colon Community Schools has recently partnered with Michigan State University's College of Engineering, the DDA, Colon Village, and other local municipalities and governmental agencies to embark on a journey to ensure all of our students have Safe Routes To School! E-Mail Rachel Kowalski at rkowalski@colonschools.org if you are a parent or student who wants to take part in this very important project. The purpose of Safe Routes to School is to: * enable and encourage children in grades K-12, including those with disabilities, to walk and bicycle to school * make bicycling and walking a more appealing and safe choice of transportation * facilitate the planning, development, and implementation of activities that improve safety and reduce traffic, fuel consumption, and pollution near schools

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

One last reminder about our 2nd Annual Fun Fest this Saturday (tomorrow) from 1-4 PM. JUST ADDED TO THE EVENT: Farm Animals & Enter To Win A SLIP N SLIDE! If you are a family that is new to Colon, or you are considering a new educational program for your child(ren) or you have/are a school-of-choice student... we would love to meet you! Here are some highlights of the day: Grab a bite to eat and a Magi t-shirt (both free!), Bounce on some bouncy houses, have your photo taken at the photo booth, visit our wildlife exhibit, AND from 1-4 PM any current or new student can get their hair cut by one of the amazing local hair professionals we have invited. New families will receive a Magi Family yard sign, also! We hope that new and current families join us. It will be held on Saturday, July 29th from 1-4 PM at the Colon High School Athletic Complex.

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

Colon Schools families and staff... want to show your Magi pride as we prepare to return to school? Make sure to grab a Magi Family Yard Sign to proudly display in your yard. Pick up a sign next week on Tuesday at Colon Elementary while supplies last. Join Principal PeGan, Principal Wielenga, and Superintendent Kowalski on Tuesday, August 1st from 2:30 to 5PM, or until yard signs run out! Check out more info here: https://shorturl.at/hnovH

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski

Just a few more days until our 2nd Annual Magi Fun Fest! Our team has been busy with final preparations for this huge event that will be held on Saturday, July 29th from 1-4 PM at the Colon High School Athletic Complex. We hope to see new students and families and welcome registrations at this time. BUT... this event is also for our current families because we can't wait to see them and we already miss them! Here are some highlights of the day: Grab a bite to eat and a Magi t-shirt (both free!), Bounce on some bouncy houses, have your photo taken at the photo booth, visit our wildlife exhibit AND from 1-4 PM any current or new student can get their hair cut by one of the amazing local hair professionals we have invited.

9 months ago, Rachel Kowalski