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Eagles families, don’t forget—our Back to School BBQ Meet & Greet is right around the corner! It’s the perfect chance to see the school, meet teachers, and kick off an amazing year together 🦅

Plus—Back to School Forms are now available online!

https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSdkY4SjeCmzkF.../viewform

Complete and submit your forms by September 1, 2025 and your household will be entered into a drawing!

Let’s get those forms done early, enjoy some BBQ, and start the year off right. See you there!

1st Prize - Large screen smart TV
2nd Prize - $100 gas card
3rd Prize - $50 Chamber Bucks

September 2025 Lunch Menu

Back-to-School Newsletter

We are excited to kick off another wonderful school year at JKL Bahweting!

Our Back-to-School Newsletter is now available and filled with important information for students and families.

Inside, you’ll find:
•Key dates and upcoming events
•Classroom updates and schedules
•Important reminders for families
•Helpful resources to start the year strong

We encourage all families to take a few minutes to read through the newsletter to stay informed and prepared for the year ahead.

Click here to view the full Back-to-School Newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/yqw3sk-welcome-back-jkl-families

Let’s make this school year a great one together!

We are pleased to invite all students and their families to our annual Back-to-School Barbecue and Teacher Meet-and-Greet as we welcome the start of the 2025–2026 academic year.

This event provides an excellent opportunity for families to:

•Meet classroom teachers and staff and tour your classroom
•Fill out required paperwork
•Stop by our Transportation table for pick up and drop off times and meet your bus driver
•Connect with other families in our school community
•Check out the Nurse's station
•Purchase School Swag
•Enjoy a casual barbecue dinner provided by the school

We encourage all families to attend and take advantage of this informal yet informative evening. Your presence helps foster the strong school-family partnerships that are vital to student success.

We look forward to seeing you there and beginning another great year together!

JKL Bahweting PSA is hiring!🎉
Join our team! We have multiple position openings.
Our school offers many benefits for our staff 👇
MPSERS Retirement
Sick Leave and PTO Leave
Life and Short Term Disability
BCBS Health, Vision, Dental, and Rx Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Classroom Budgets for Teachers
Onsite Fitness Center
Attendance Incentive Drawing
Professional Development Opportunities.
Apply today!

Don't miss the End of the Year Newsletter for JKL's Special Education Department!

GREAT NEWS! It's time to register for Summer School! Summer School will run Monday through Thursday from approx. 8:30 am - 12:00 pm from June 30, 2025 to August 7, 2025. Breakfast, lunch, and transportation will be available. It is open to all current JKL students who are returning to JKL in September and newly enrolled students who will start attending in September. This form is not for incoming kindergarten students. There is a separate form for them. Click on the link below to register for Summer School. The deadline for enrollment is April 25, 2025. Anyone enrolling after this date will be placed on a waiting list and enrollment will not be guaranteed. https://forms.gle/4fEJmmaCFpf8Z89eA

JKL Bahweting School is selling a 2014 International School Bus and cafeteria tables on the Public Surplus website. Visit https://www.publicsurplus.com/sms/jklbahsd,mi/list/current?orgid=186735 to view items.

National Teacher Appreciation Week is May 5-9, 2025. The Michigan Department of Education’s (MDE) Office of Educator Excellence wishes to celebrate teachers across Michigan for the entire month of May. MDE invites parents to submit 15-30 second videos of their students recognizing and thanking a specific teacher for their impact. Cell phones easily capture the videos. Please follow the directions on the Department of Education page linked below. Videos and parental consent must be submitted via the Teacher Appreciation Video Project Google Form. Videos are currently being accepted until Friday, April 16, 2025. If your child has great things to say about a teacher, use the instructions found on MDE’s website to submit a video today! https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/ed-serv/educator-retention-supports/recognition-programs/teacher-appreciation-month

The Summer EBT Program is back! Deadline to apply is April 15, 2025. https://newmibridges.michigan.gov/s/isd-landing-page

We are proud to announce Region 1 Teacher of the Year! Read the MDE article here: https://www.michigan.gov/mde

We are thrilled to announce a major leap in our journey towards sustainability and hands-on learning: the launch of our very own hydroponic garden, the Bimaadiziwin Growers project! Thanks to the visionary work of Ms. Jessica Singleton and the support of a grant, our school cafeteria now houses the innovative Flex Farm hydroponics system. This system, originally developed by a professor from NMU, allows us to grow fresh produce right here on campus. Our Bimaadiziwin Growers have harvested their first batch of lettuce, which was featured at our salad bar today! We invited all staff and students with access to the salad bar to enjoy a fresh, delicious salad crafted from lettuce grown by our student growers. Our goal is for ZERO leftovers as a way to celebrate and appreciate the hard work of our students. It’s a fantastic opportunity to taste the freshness and quality that comes from our own hydroponic garden. The Flex Farm isn’t just about providing fresh produce—it’s also a learning tool. Integrated with a K-12 curriculum, it offers a unique educational experience to our students. Interested educators can access the curriculum and learn more about incorporating this system into their classes. Thank you to everyone who has supported this incredible student-led project. Let’s continue to nurture and celebrate our students’ success as they lead the way in innovative, sustainable agriculture!

Details for the upcoming open enrollment at JKL.

Check out our amazing middle school play directed by Robert Donaldson and Emily Tackaberry! Thank you to all the student actors, staff and families for their ongoing support. Click the link below to view: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/hmj53kps7rbpyfswoz6hg/2024holidayplay.mp4?rlkey=vwc1udhs1wevpy365667pr9g1&st=qrj7cqv2&dl=0

After School Program and all other after school activities are cancelled due to inclement weather.

We are hiring for Custodians!

Dear Parents/Guardians, We wanted to inform you that there has been an increase in illnesses among students recently, including colds, sinus infections, walking pneumonia, and pneumonia. As we head into the Thanksgiving break, we understand that this time of year can bring additional health challenges with the colder weather and seasonal changes. We are taking steps to ensure the health and safety of all students here at school. What You Should Know: Colds: Symptoms of a cold typically include a runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, cough, mild fever, and fatigue. While colds are usually mild and self-limiting, they can be contagious. Please follow the school policy regarding illness as listed in the student handbook. Sinus Infections: Sinus infections (sinusitis) often occur after a cold or other upper respiratory infection. Common symptoms include congestion, facial pain or pressure, thick nasal discharge, headaches, and a sore throat. If symptoms persist for more than a few days, it is important to consult with your child’s healthcare provider. Walking Pneumonia: Walking pneumonia is a milder form of pneumonia often caused by the bacteria Mycoplasma pneumoniae. Symptoms include a persistent dry cough, low-grade fever, fatigue, sore throat, and mild chest discomfort. It is contagious, so students with walking pneumonia should follow a healthcare professionals advice. Pneumonia: Pneumonia is a more serious infection of the lungs and can cause higher fever, severe cough, chest pain, shortness of breath, and extreme fatigue. If your child exhibits these symptoms, it is essential to seek medical attention and follow the advice of the healthcare professional on when to return to school. How You Can Help: Monitor Symptoms: Please keep your child home from school if they are sick. Rest and hydration are important for recovery, and staying home will help prevent the spread of illness to other students. Please remember that any student with a temperature of 100.3 or above without the use of a fever reducing medication should stay home. Seek Medical Care: If your child has any of the symptoms listed above, we recommend consulting with your healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment. Early medical care can help reduce the severity and prevent complications. Doctor’s Note: If your child has been diagnosed with walking pneumonia, pneumonia, or a sinus infection, please provide a doctor’s note clearing them to return to school when they are well enough. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a healthy school environment. We hope all students are able to rest and relax over break so that we can have a healthier December. Thank you for your understanding and support. Stacey Daley, RN, BSN