Tecumseh Public Schools

Last week, we told you about Digital Divas. Today, it's the boys' turn. Tecumseh Middle School Project Lead The Way (PLTW) students visited Eastern Michigan University and had a blast at the Digital Dudes event! Digital Dudes is all about sparking interest in STEM careers among young men through hands-on activities, campus exploration, and meeting industry leaders. Kudos to everyone involved for promoting STEM education and inspiring the next generation of innovators! #tecumsehpublicschools #tecumsehmiddleschool #stemeducation #digitaldudes #PLTW #easternmichiganuniversity

Students at Patterson Intermediate Learning Center had the opportunity to explore different types of food thanks to a grant. Lindsey Chase from Patterson ILC and Tracy Hedrick from Community Learning Connections of the Tecumseh Area were awarded the Building Health Communities grant. This grant fosters a healthier school environment by promoting physical activity, nutritious food choices, mental health, and overall well-being. The pair spearheaded weekly food tastings for their students during National Nutrition Month. From hummus to sushi, students explored new flavors and voted on their favorites. It was great seeing so many kids try new foods and expand their palates. Let’s continue to prioritize health and wellness in our schools! #tecumsehpublicschools #pattersonILC #communitylearningconnections #buildinghealthycommunities #healthyeating #wellnesseducation

Sutton Early Learning Center students blew off some steam last week by engaging in STEAM! The evening was a delightful blend of entertainment and education as students, parents, and teachers came together for STEAM Night. The event showcased a variety of engaging activities centered around science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. STEAM learning combines fun activities with developmental experiences, fostering children's curiosity, experimentation, collaboration, and exploration. From captivating activity stations to hands-on experiences, there was something for everyone to enjoy. The event featured the Michigan Avian Experience, an elephant toothpaste demo, an oobleck mixture, Tecumseh Robotics Club, Ozobots, and more! A special shoutout to STEM teacher Courtney Carter, whose efforts in organizing the event, along with the support of the Sutton ELC staff, Sutton PTO, and dedicated volunteers, made the night a resounding success! #tecumsehpublicschools #suttonearlylearningcenter #STEAMnight #steameducation

The 6th grand band students from Tecumseh Middle School performed well at the Lenawee County 6th Grade Honors Band event at Adrian College. This initiative aims to bridge the transition from beginner band to more advanced levels, complementing the offerings of the Michigan School Band & Orchestra Association (MSBOA). Each participant with two years of band experience was nominated by their band director for their dedication and musical talent. “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬. 𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦!” - 𝐊𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐞 𝐌𝐜𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐤, 𝐓𝐌𝐒 𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 The musicians had the opportunity to listen to a performance by students from Adrian College, mingle with the Adrian Bulldog mascot, and experience the thrill of sliding down the “Slide to Success” during their visit to the campus. In addition to students from TPS, students from Addison, Blissfield, and Sand Creek also participated, for a total of 53 musicians. TMS Participants: Hannah Brabant, Ella Rose Chandler, Greyson Corwin, Paige Daniels, Jenna Eder, Steven Fahey, Preston Harwood, Savanah Herr, RaeLyn Holman, Clay Holtz, Reid Kennedy, Carissa LaFountain, Ashlyn Radant, Dominic Ruiz, Charlie Runyon, Hannah Spohn, Madelyn Stanley, and Sam Strobel.

OFFICIALLY OFFICIAL 🖊️ Matt Hilton has officially signed on as the next Superintendent of Tecumseh Public Schools. His first day will be May 20, 2024. Welcome to TPS, Mr. Hilton! 🔗: https://5il.co/2gvjl #tecumsehpublicschools #newsuperintendent #welcome

It's Eclipse Day! 🌒🌓🌔🌕🌖🌗🌘 🌑🌒🌓🌔🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑 Check out this artwork from our students over at Tecumseh Acres Early Learning Center. Starting at 2:27 p.m., the Great American Eclipse's trajectory will span the continental United States, stretching from southern Texas to northern Maine, over a duration of 68 minutes. Additionally, the path is anticipated to traverse segments of Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, and New Hampshire. #TotalSolarEclipse #eclipse #tecumsehpublicschools

Several 7th and 8th-grade students from Tecumseh Middle School's band recently showcased their talent in an honors band performance. This distinguished ensemble participated in the Lenawee County Middle School Honors Band event, hosted by Adrian High School and conducted by Daniel Taylor from the University of Michigan. Their inclusion in this group is noteworthy, as students are selected through teacher nominations. 93 students from various schools across Lenawee County participated in the performance. Congratulations, Kayleigh Brindamour, Rhys Dunham, Leo McInchak, Ava Neesam, Viola Stock, Micah Zick, Ebey Book, Lilly Frost, Ellie Herr, Adella Juarez, Devin Murphy, Harrison Stamper, and Elena Winkler.

While the weather hasn't been great, students at Patterson Intermediate Learning Center recently held a 'book-nic' indoors and had a great time! This literacy-themed event encourages reading together while enjoying the great outdoors, albeit with a slight adjustment in moving this indoors this time. Students grabbed their favorite books, snacks, and a blanket and got nice and cozy.

Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! Paraprofessionals play a vital role in supporting students individually, aiding those with diverse developmental and academic requirements, contributing to classroom dynamics, and beyond. Your dedication is indispensable to our students' growth, education, and achievements. Thank you for all your hard work!

Just before Spring Break, Tecumseh High School students seized a valuable chance to connect with local businesses and explore career options within our community! Facilitated by Align Center for Workforce Development, the Career Connections Job Fair in Adrian saw over 40 employers engaging with students, offering insights into diverse industries such as medical, manufacturing, automotive, and education. This event was not only about employment; it was a platform for our students to network, cultivate relationships, acquire new skills, and access resources for their future endeavors. #FutureReady #tecumsehpublicschools #jobfair #careerfair

Wednesday, April 3, will be an Early Release day for ALL students! Release times: Tecumseh Preschool - 1 pm Sutton Early Learning Center - 1:30 pm Tecumseh Acres Early Learning Center - 1:35 pm Herrick Park Intermediate Learning Center - 1:45 pm Patterson Intermediate Learning Center - 1:45 pm Tecumseh Middle School - 12:35 pm Tecumseh High School - 12:45 pm

March is all about celebrating the joy of reading! Preschoolers at Tecumseh Public Schools Preschool had a special treat this month as some amazing ladies from the TPS Central Office took time to read to Ms. Glenn and Mrs. Martinez's class. Veronica Moore, Kelli Glenn, and Danielle Adamczak shared wonderful stories and generously donated books to the classroom. #tecumsehpublicschools #marchisreadingmonth #NationalReadingMonth

A special guest visited Patterson Intermediate Learning Center virtually today. Tecumseh Public Schools alum Kristine McQuown, an author, entrepreneur, and speaker, read her book 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐁𝐨𝐲, 𝐍𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐨 to our third graders, teaching them about the incredible bond between humans and dogs. Our kiddos were so into it, listening attentively the whole time! Thanks, Kristine, for sparking imaginations and spreading the joy of reading! If you would like to learn more about Kristine and her work, visit https://studioknm.com/

Our Young 5s students at Tecumseh Acres Early Learning Center recently dove into a bubbly adventure as part of their Creative Curriculum Clothes Study! The question: how do we take care of our clothes? They experimented to find out which soap cleans best! After stories like Mrs. Wishy-Washy's Farm, they hypothesized: ten thought liquid soap, five thought bar soap. Using toy dinosaurs and brushes, they scrubbed away! Results? Liquid soap was a bubble explosion! Bar soap? A few bubbles, but spinning made more! Conclusion: Successful experiment, clean dinosaurs, and tons of bubbly science fun! #scienceisfun #BubblesExperiment 🧼

🚨 Attention Parents/Guardians 🚨 We want to keep you informed about a recent occurrence in our school district and city. There has been a noticeable "gassy" smell in the area, but please rest assured that our school building is safe. The Tecumseh Fire Department has thoroughly investigated, and there's no danger to anyone or our building. While the smell may linger, it poses no threat to health or safety. Your child's well-being is our top priority, and we're closely monitoring the situation. If you have any concerns, feel free to reach out. Thank you for your understanding! #SafetyFirst #CommunityAlert

𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐬𝐞𝐡 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 The TPS Board of Education will interview four candidates for superintendent during a "Special" board meeting on Saturday, March 16. The meeting is scheduled for 9 am-3:30 pm. MORE INFORMATION >> https://www.tps.k12.mi.us/page/superintendent-search

Just another adorable day in Ms. Glenn and Mrs. Martinez's Tecumseh Public Schools Preschool class! 🐶🐶🐶 Our little learners had some furry friends over for a special Pet Study session, and the cuteness was off the charts! Don't forget to give Ms. Glenn and Mrs. Martinez a shoutout for making this pawsitively awesome experience happen!

Thursday, March 7, will be a half-day for Young 5s-4th grade students ONLY! Sutton ELC - 11:40 am Tecumseh Acres ELC - 11:45 am Herrick Park ILC - 11:55 am Patterson ILC - 11:55 am Preschool - 11 am

Tecumseh High School is returning the Empty Bowls fundraiser to support food-related charities! Select a one-of-a-kind, handmade ceramic bowl crafted by our talented art students and local artists. Each bowl represents the empty bowls of our community facing food insecurity. For just $10, you get a unique piece of art and a delicious soup meal with breadsticks, cookies, and water! All proceeds go directly to local food pantries, so let's make a positive impact together! 📅: Thursday, March 14 ⌚: 6 pm-8 pm 🏫: Tecumseh High School

Friday, March 1st, is a half-day for Young 5s-4th grade students ONLY! Sutton Early Learning Center - 8:25 am-11:40 am Tecumseh Acres Early Learning Center - 8:30 am-11:45 am Herrick Park & Patterson Intermediate Learning Centers - 8:40 am-11:55 am Tecumseh Preschool - 11 am release