Tecumseh Public Schools

The first day of school is quickly approaching and we still have job openings we're looking to fill. There are several teaching positions open, openings at Tecumseh Community Pool, bus driver positions available and more. Current openings: https://www.tps.k12.mi.us/page/human-resources Bus Driver openings: https://firstgroupcareers.com/

TPS FAMILIES: Check out the quick tidbits graphic. There's some information about our Return to School Update plan. The first day of school for TPS is Monday, August 30th. These procedures you see on the graphic are in place right now for the upcoming school year. That's not all. We have much more information on what to expect at the start of the school year. This information includes questions about COVID-19 vaccine requirements, social distancing practices, quarantining students and more. Check out our full 'TPS Return to School Update' plan: https://5il.co/vqfw

A great time during Leadership Camp! The event was put together for 6th-8th graders who are interested in leadership roles. They will be joining TMS Builders Club during the 2021-22 school year. Students learned leadership skills, team work and much more. Great work!

Cleaning continues at Tecumseh Middle School, Patterson ILC and Herrick Park ILC. Right now, some teachers and staff are moving their belongings into their new buildings as we transition to a new grade structure for these schools. We'll keep you updated!

LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!!! Have a great summer! We’ll see you next year!

FIELD DAY AT NORTH ELC! Students at the early learning center spending the day outside and being active. Staff and students took the day to just unwind and have some fun together as we near the end of the school year.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2021!!! Sunday's graduating class is the 155th in Tecumseh Public Schools history. It was a hot day but thankfully the weather cooperated for the event. Congrats, Seniors! We wish you nothing but the best!

Catch up with the latest student stories, events and news updates. It's everything TPS, in your pocket. If you haven't already, download the app on Android: https://bit.ly/3oPn4BI or iPhone: https://apple.co/2LU0Obu.

Don't forget, tonight is the Spring Outdoor Concert Series. The concert series is presented by the Tecumseh 6th-8th Grade Bands. The concert is at Tecumseh High School, in the Brown Street parking lot. The schedule: • 6pm - 6th Grade Band • 6:45pm - 8th Grade Band • 7:30pm - 7th Grade Band If you're hungry, Sunset Barbecue will be at the event with their food truck. So come out, bring a chair and support our musicians all while having a great time.

Coming up: Friday, May 28 - Half-day for ALL students, Y5, Kdg-12th grade (early dismissal). Monday, May 31 - NO SCHOOL (Holiday).

Progress is being is being made on the Sensory and Exploration Garden at South Early Learning Center. Over the weekend, volunteers worked on painting, planting and a little bit of mulch work. Tecumseh South PTO is looking to work on the garden again this Saturday, May 22. If you would like to help out, visit their Facebook page for more information.

8th graders at West STEAM Center learning about golf this week. Health and PE teacher Kristy Zajac created a 9-hole course, called Tecumseh West Golf Course. The project is aimed at teaching students the rules, etiquette and proper form and techniques of golf. Students start out at the designed driving range and then they take part in the 9-hole course. It's a great way for the students to learn about golf and get outside and enjoy the better weather we're having.

We’re thrilled to announce Tecumseh Public Schools’ new app! Access documents, events, news updates, even emergency notifications. Download the app on Android: https://bit.ly/3oPn4BI or iPhone: https://apple.co/2LU0Obu.

The Sensory and Exploration Garden project at South Early Learning Center is coming along nicely. The Tecumseh South PTO has received a ton of donations, including tires, pallets, mulch and more to help put this project together. On Monday (5/10), Tecumseh Arbor #760 - Gleaner Life Insurance Society donated $500 to go towards the sensory garden project. The group is also donating a Red Twig Dogwood tree and a butterfly bush in honor of Darlene Penterics. Darlene passed away in April at the age of 61. She was a kindergarten teacher here at TPS before retiring.

This week is Teacher Appreciation Week! This school year has brought new challenges to the teachers in our community. Our educators have risen to the challenge and have gone above and beyond to make a difference and impact in the lives of our students. Thank you, teachers!

A Sensory and Exploration Garden project is underway over at South Early Learning Center. A sensory garden is a garden that has a collection of plants that are appealing to one or more of the five senses; sight, smell, sound, taste, and touch. Sensory gardens should be accessible for all people to enjoy - disabled and non-disabled. So far, we've received several donations, including a $500 donation from the Tecumseh Arbor Cleaners Group. Over the weekend, the Tecumseh South PTO raised $258 for the sensory garden. The Easter Bunny showed up for some pictures during bowling, and made an appearance over at South ELC.

On Tuesday, May 4, we're asking for your support. Voters will have the opportunity to renew the Recreational Millage. The .2488 millage provides funding for Tecumseh Community Pool. Please vote on May 4. Thank you for your support!

Preschool students at South ELC are celebrating National Reading Month. The main theme was pizza! Students were read 'Crazy Pizza Day,' ate mini pizzas and took part in pizza related crafts. Shoutout to Basil Boys for donating 60 pizza boxes for students! The boxes contained a 'Crazy Pizza Day' bingo game, instructions to make a pizza and more.

The Builders Club over at the Compass Learning Center shared some treats today with staff. The club, which included 3 groups of students, used St. Patrick's Day to surprise some of the staff with the message 'We are so lucky to have you.' The club passed out snacks throughout the whole school day.

DON'T FORGET Friday, March 19th - Half-day for ALL students, Y5, Kindergarten-12th (early dismissal)