EDITION 001
Nov. 2013
MeADOWVIEW mOMENTS The long awaited first edition of Meadowview Moments for the 2013-14 School Year is here! First, let me say how humbled and, at the same time, excited I am to have been given the opportunity to serve as Principal of Meadowview School. I have worked in education since 1998 as a special education teacher, teacher consultant, transition coordinator, supervisor and, currently, principal and planner/monitor. I also am married with three elementary-age children. In terms of my philosophy of education, it is important to know that I am intensely committed to doing all that it takes to help each student learn and achieve successful post-secondary outcomes. This mission began during my undergraduate work at Western Michigan University and became more focused as I worked with diverse, special needs populations in a wide variety of settings. I pursued a master’s degree in Special Education Administration and completed 30 credit hours beyond my masters to improve my understanding of learning abilities, styles, and approaches. As my youngest children (twins), entered pre-school, I left the classroom and served as a full-time special education supervisor and transition coordinator for Newaygo County RESA where I worked in five school districts at the secondary level, as well as supervising the county work-based learning program. All of these experiences, I believe, have prepared me to become the principal of your child’s school. I am passionate about children with special needs and have found that a career in special education is the most rewarding job of ALL! I look forward to partnering with each of you in the education of your child. Please know that my office door is always open, and of course, phone and email are good ways to reach me too. Warm Regards, Kelly Hager Principal, Meadowview School
Introducing, Mrs. Rebekah Craven, ECSE Teacher: Rebekah comes to us with a strong background in Early Childhood Education, and understanding of the varied needs of children with Autism. Rebekah previously long-term subbed in a kindergarten classroom. She is a welcome addition to the Meadowview Staff!
*IMPORTANT REMINDER-Parents please return all emergency forms, including medication and concussion forms to the office.
FIELD TRIP HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE GRAND LEDGE COLOR CRUISE…
OTHER IMPORTANT NEWS:
Eaton Transition Center’s Creative Pulp Program is currently accepting orders for Christmas Cards. They have four designs to choose from. Spread your holiday cheer and at the walked around the island. They enjoyed the smells of fresh cooked kettle corn, and On Friday, Oct. 11th the ECSE class, Elementary
class,
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School/Adult class went on the Grand Ledge Color Cruise. The students all rode on the Grand Princess River Boat and were able to enjoy seeing the beautiful fall colors in the trees. The students and their families then
homemade Michigan Bean Soup. The students were able to participate in a 4H Petting Zoo where they were able to touch rabbits, sheep, chickens, goats, and
same time support a worthy cause! Also, don’t forget your favorite 4-legged friend and purchase some of their homemade dog bones. Orders may be placed with Teacher, Beth Lundy at blundy@eatonresa.org
ducks. They were also able to paint pumpkins that they then got to take home. The students were able to watch the blacksmith make rings and the quilter making a quilt. They were also able to watch yarn being spun from lama’s fiber and touch a variety of different furs. The students saw people in different period costumes and different forms of period housing. Fun was had by all! -Story By: Kate Jones/Teacher
Published by Meadowview School Phone: (517) 541-8750
MEADOWVIEW PTA’s next meeting will be on Nov. 18th @7 pm located at the Grand Ledge McDonald’s (off of Saginaw Hwy., in front of Meijers)