Kindergarten

Snow Elementary

2025-2026

Roundup and Enrollment

Mrs. Etab Charara

• I graduated from U of M in 2002
• I have a certification in ESL and Early Childhood Education
• I have 2 daughters. One attends Bryant and the other is at STEM.

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Mrs. kristie Massey

• I have been teaching for 25 years.
• I have both an undergrad and Masters degree from EMU.
• I have a second Masters from Grand Canyon University.
• I have certifications in both Early Childhood and ESL.
• I have a 19 year old daughter named Peyton.

Mrs. rebecca Shelton

• Earned a Bachelor and Masters degree from U of M
• I am certified in ESL and Early Childhood Education.
• I have a Saint Bernard, named Luna.

Mrs. Tina Huang

• I graduated from U of M with a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education and Master’s in ESL.
• Certified in both ESL and Early Childhood Education.
• Proud mom of two daughters: Mila and Lumi

Our Goal in kindergarten

Our goal is to create an all day experience that allows for in-depth exploration of all subject areas at a pace that is appropriate for 5 and 6-year-olds. Our planning also alternates between lessons which allow children to move around the room, as well as, lessons where the children will be sitting and listening and/or working.

Leader in me

• Teaches leadership and life skills to students. Every child can be a leader!
• The 7 Habits

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PBIS

Be safe

Be respectful

Be responsible

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Positive Behavior Interventions and Support

The 3 focus areas for all students are:

Our Morning

The majority of our morning consists of Language Arts instruction which takes place within the UFLI foundations and Benchmark Curriculum.

These lessons are completed in whole group, small group, and individually.

During Writer’s Workshop, students will work on narrative, informational, and opinion writing.

Our afternoon

Math instruction and Math workshop

Science and Social Studies

Gross Motor Development

Snack & lunch

• Children will bring an individual, healthy snack to help sustain them and keep their brains and bodies fueled.

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• For the 2025-2026 school year, a full lunch, including milk, will be provided at no cost.

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MRs. Jennifer Pelaccio

• 23 years of teaching experience throughout the elementary level. Former Reading Recovery teacher.
• Earned BA from Madonna University
• Earned MA from Oakland University
• Attended Dearborn Public Schools (Snow in kindergarten). Married with two teenage boys, Jack and Tommy. We also have 2 little dogs, Daisy and Lulu, as well as Hermie the hermit crab and pet snake, Rocky.

If your Child Qualifies for Services with Mrs. Pelaccio:

1. Don’ t Panic!
2. Your child is just getting a “boost” in their literacy skills.
3. I will see them every day for 15 minutes.
4. Your child’s teacher and I will work closely together so their schedule be the least disruptive as possible.
5. I will use systematic phonics instruction approach

Y5/Kdg Days- Mark your calendars

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• August 25th is the first day of school and a half day for ALL students.
• First week of school is a soft start for Kindergarten ONLY.
• August 29th through September 1st: The district is closed for Labor Day Weekend.
• September 2nd will be the first Early Release day.

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Before kindergarten your child should be able to…

• Write their first name
• Color a picture
• Hold a pencil and crayon with 3 finger grip
• Hold and use scissors with one hand
• Count objects to 10

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• Recognize upper and lowercase letters
• Orally say first and last name
• Listen and follow one and two step directions
• Orally express needs to an adult

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Before kindergarten your child should be able to…

• Use the bathroom independently
• Pull their own pants up and down
• Clean and wipe themselves independently after using the bathroom
• Wash their hands with soap and water
• Blow their nose into a tissue

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• Get themselves dressed and put on their own shoes
• Put on and zip their own coat
• Fasten belts and buttons/snaps on their own pants
• Feed themselves independently

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Before kindergarten your child should be able to…

• Play with others
• Stay with trusted adults for a few hours at a time
• Share toys
• Clean their own toys and materials

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Part 3

What if My Child cannot do all those things?

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• Dearborn Schools offers a Young Fives program for students who will benefit from the gift of time.
• Young Fives Presentation

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We offer the following programs here at Snow:

Developmental Preschool Program: Full Day 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (Spaces are Limited)

Kids Club: Before and After School from 7 am to start of school and after school until 6 p.m (Late Start and Half Day Care)

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To enroll in our programs, please visit our website https://dearbornschools.ce.eleyo.com/

For More information, please contact (313)827-8350

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Preschool and Kids’ Club

Helpful Summer activities

Getting Ready for kindergarten

• Coloring
• Cutting and gluing
• Writing first name
• Writing uppercase AND lowercase letters
• Practice writing letters and familiar words

• Practice tying shoes and zipping coats
• Counting to 50 and beyond
• Use Play-Doh, white boards, magnetic letters to make words
• Listen and Follow 1-2 step directions

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Helpful Summer activities

• Read to your children, write and count every day
• Engage in language-talk through everyday activities

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• Get to bed early so children get 10 hours of sleep
• Eat breakfast at home/come to school for breakfast
• Limit screen time

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Fun Educational Websites

abcya.com

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starfall.com

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getepic.com

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Jack Hartmann on YouTube

Gonoodle.com

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Storylineonline.net

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What to do next?

How do I get the paperwork needed for registration?

• District website, Elementary School will mail upon request of families

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When does the paperwork have to be turned in for registration?

• As soon as possible

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Who do I call if I need assistance in the registration process?

• Student services

313-827-3005

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Will my family and I have a chance to visit the school before the first day of school?

• Yes! Contact the office to set up an appointment.

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Part 1

What to do next?

You will need to register your child with our secretary. No incomplete paperwork will be accepted.

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The birthdate cut off is September 1^st

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* Suggested supply list will be in your packet *

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What to do next?

• State of MI requires all Kindergartners to have immunizations up-to-date. A copy of these immunizations needs to be provided for enrollment. The immunizations required are described here: Vaccinations required for school entry.
• Each child entering Kindergarten needs to have a physical exam. This is the form the physician should complete: Health Appraisal Form.

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Part 3

What to do next?

• If a child requires medication at school, a Medication Authorization Form needs to be signed by the parent and physician.

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• Please contact the school nurse with any medical conditions that may impact education or may require emergency medications. (for example: Asthma, Food Allergies, Type One Diabetes, Seizures, etc.) Health Forms can be found @ Medications at School.

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• When enrolling, please make sure all contact numbers are correct and the health information section is filled out completely.

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• For more information, please visit the School Nurse Website @ School Nurses or contact Student Services at (313) 827-3005.

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Part 4

We’re always happy to answer any questions you have. You can reach us by calling the school office at 827-6250. We’ll return your call as soon as possible.

Questions

The best way to contact us is through email.

• Mrs. Massey- masseyk1@dearbornschools.org
• Mrs. Charara- charare@dearbornschools.org
• Mrs. Shelton - sheltor@dearbornschools.org
• Mrs. Huang- huangw@dearbornschools.org
• Mrs. Pelaccio- pelaccj@dearbornschools.org

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Thank you