5.1.20

Hello Hoover Rockets,
Thank you for all your patience, support, and GRIT during this first week of On-line Learning.  Our Hoover staff is working hard to learn and implement this new way of teaching.  The best reward has been seeing all of the smiling faces, pieces of writing and math problems.  We miss each and every one of you.  Our staff is working hard to maintain connections with students and keep learning alive.  We realize there are some bumps in the road due to Wifi or technology issues and know that we are problem solving those daily.  Thank you for understanding and continuing to stay involved with our Hoover Community.  Please do not hesitate to reach out through email with any questions or concerns.

Helping Hearts
Unfortunately, the current COVID-19 situation has presented economic challenges for many of our families. Hoover Elementary has the Helping Hearts Fund which is used to support our families in a time of need. Any information shared will remain confidential. We care deeply about our families and respecting their privacy. For more information, please contact Jan Bice at jbice2@livoniapublicschools.org.

Parent Support with Emotional Anxiety
Mrs. Bice is happy to support our parents and students with anxiety and emotional needs.  If you would like to reach out to her through email she will set up a Zoom meeting with you or she can talk to you on the phone. jbice2@livoniapublicschools.org.

Tips on reducing stress while helping your child learn at home
Spending time wishing things were otherwise is an exercise in frustration. And since research shows that acceptance is an important trait in positive well-being, here are a few mantras about simplification you might want to try:

• I am not homeschooling. I am doing my best to help my kids learn at home during a crisis.
• I am not “working from home.” I am doing my best to work at home during a crisis.
• I cannot be as productive as normal because these are not normal times. I will focus on what I can accomplish in just the next 24 hours and let go of what I cannot accomplish right now.

These came from a great article below that was shared with us from our Hoover School Psychologist Brittany Stall. Click on the link below to learn ways to reduce stress while helping your child learn at home.  

https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_to_reduce_the_stress_of_homeschooling_on_everyone  

Young Fives Registration Begins May 14th
Please visit the Livonia Public Schools website to register for Young Fives beginning May 14th. 

Young Fives is designed for students who are eligible for kindergarten, but require more time to further develop their emotional, social, physical, and/or cognitive skills. Children must be 5 years old between July 1 and September 1. Parents have the option of requesting a waiver for enrollment if their child's birthday falls after the September 1st cut-off date but before December 1st. The program is tuition-free, as it is funded by the state. Children attend five days per week in either the AM or PM session for the traditional school year. Participation in Young Fives is by parental choice.

Stay Connected

If you are looking for a way to stay connected to our amazing Hoover family during this time, we have 3 FaceBook pages to check-out!

*The Hoover Rockets PTA page is a great place to stay informed about events and announcements.   Our new secretary, Mrs. Gregg, is even doing the morning announcements each day from her house through a video.  

*The Herbert Hoover Elementary School page is new since January and just getting up and running.  We are also posting the morning announcements here!  

*The Hoover Eco-Action Community page contains links to many great outdoor activities and learning opportunities.  We will also be attempting to continue some of the work of the Eco-Action team such as signing up to do at-home projects, fill Hoover's bird feeders, and start some garden clean-up days in the coming weeks. 

May Birthdays
Happy Birthday to our Hoover Rockets with May Birthdays.

Alex B. 5/1/2013          Dallas  5/1/2013 1 
Brielle B.  5/3/2012      Dominic C. 5/3/2011  Michael Y. 5/3/2012     Salma A. 5/5/2014 Owen T.  5/5/2011        Jewel D.  5/6/2013  
Ella H. 5/6/2012           Benjamin G. 5/9/2012 Marinelle H. 5/9/2011   Norah O. 5/9/2010  Melanie S. 5/9/2013      Charles K. 5/10/2010 
Logan O. 5/10/2012      Blake R.  5/10/2013 
Vicente W. 5/11/2011    Hailey K. 5/12/2011 
Jonah V. 5/13/2014       Joshua F.  5/14/2012 
Warren P. 5/14/2013     Gavin B. 5/15/2014 
Jack C. 5/15/2013         Lily C. 5/15/2013 
Haddie P. 5/15/2012      Audrey H. 5/16/2013 
Dalton H. 5/16/2009      Andrea K. 5/16/2010 
Ayla K.  5/16/2012        Amaliah M. 5/16/2011 
Rachel R. 5/16/2013     Luis R. 5/16/2012 
Jacob M. 5/18/2014      Grace L. 5/19/2014 
Reagan O. 5/19/2010    Nathan M. 5/25/2010 
Sydney S. 5/25/2011     Jackson M. 5/27/2013 
Luciana A. 5/28/2014   Abigail D.  5/28/2014 
Jyllana E. 5/28/2014     Owen G. 5/28/2010 
Bo G. 5/29/2013           Charlotte L. 5/30/2013
Josie B. 5/31/20

Did you know that we are focusing on GRIT this month?  Grit means to persevere and never give up. Here are some resources for you to review with your children at home.

Videos:

• Teaching Grit Cultivates Resilience and Perseverance
• What is grit?
• Setting Smart Goals to encourage Grit
• Are you Carrots, Eggs, or Coffee? A video on grit

5/4 Staff Appreciation Week
5/25 No School Memorial Day
6/12 Last Day of School

HELLO HOOVER ROCKETS,

Can you believe it has been 50 days since our kids have been in school? Hang in there! May this time together draw you and your family closer.

"Together May We Give Our Children The Roots To Grow And The Wings To Fly”

~ Parent Author  

STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK MOVED

Due to all the adjustments with school, we have decided to move Staff Appreciation week to May 11-15. We felt it necessary to give everyone time to settle into a new routine. If you want to plan ahead and start thinking of ways to share your appreciation, here are a few helpful ideas:

* Email a cute video or picture with a sign

* Create a sign to share at the start or end of an online class

* Have all the kids wear their teacher’s favorite color during an online class (the kids will have to ask what it is ahead of time)

* Online greetings card

* Online gift card 

* Have your student type a hand written message or picture to express how much they miss Hoover (scan & email to staff)

4TH GRADE FAMILIES

We understand how disappointing this is for our 4th graders to miss out on so much at the end of the school year.  But, we want you to know the PTA and Principal Linn are discussing creative ideas to make their last days at Hoover special and memorable.   

SPIRIT WEAR

Don’t forget to keep the Hoover Rockets spirit alive.  If you are looking for a creative gift idea, check out all the new items for spring.  Due to the current circumstances, orders will take a bit longer than usual.  If any order cannot be processed due to limited supplies, Sports Hut will contact you directly.  Any orders over $50 get free shipping.  Click here for details:  www.hooverspiritwear.com

FACEBOOK

Join us at Hoover Rockets PTA  It’s a fun and positive place to post pictures about your adventures at home. 

SCIENCE FAIR
If your family wanted to participate in the Virtual Science Fair, it is not too late. Nuts About Science, our after school science enrichment program is offer Science Kits. Any of these kits would work for a science activity for the fair. Their website is www.nutsaboutscience.com   

YOUTH MAKING A DIFFERENCE VIDEO

Check out this uplifting video from our Youth Making A Difference participants for the 2019/2020 school year! https://drive.google.com/file/d/19p2e9d54LOmQNfaVBwjhsBlXcTOJjB6l/view

JOIN THE HOOVER PTA

Even though the school year is almost over, memberships are always welcome.   If you are interested in a PTA board position or voting for the 2020-2021 PTA board, you must have a PTA membership.  You can register for a membership online using member hub:   https://hooverrockets.memberhub.store   

Nominations for Executive Board positions are accepted until May 29th.  If you are interested in running for any of the positions, please send an email to Tracey Schenk at tracey@tours-eti.com.  May 29th we will vote on our 2020-2021 Board.  Watch for more information to come about the May meeting and elections.

2020-2021 Board Nominations
President: Christina Testa
Vice President: Monica Robinson
2nd Vice President: Beth Ann Hall
Recording Secretary: Stacy Curtis
Corresponding Secretary: Rebecca Bowring
Treasurer: Carmin Haylock
Asst. Treasurer: Colleen Matz

STAY STRONG!

Hello Hoover Rockets,

As we move into virtual learning next week, you should have received an email from your childś teacher with information about See Saw (KG) and Class Dojo (1st Grade), or Google Classroom (2nd-4th Grade). Teachers will be working together as a grade level to post all lessons and assignments in ELA, Math and Specials. They have been working on District teams as well this week so you might see videos from Hoover teachers or from other teachers in LPS. Our teachers will also be having a weekly meeting with students. It is important for students to participate and be involved in their learning during these last 7 weeks of school. If you have not signed up for their virtual classrooms use this weekend to sign up. We sent an email yesterday with Resources for Online Learning that Mrs. Jungwirth put together if you need some support. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us with your questions and concerns. We are here to support you and your Hoover Rocket.

Exterior Wireless Access at Hoover
The map attached to this email shows possible exterior Internet access locations for families that may not have access at home. The locations marked on each map show locations around Hoover that are most likely to allow families to get access to the Internet from their vehicle.

Helping Hearts
Unfortunately, the current COVID-19 situation has presented economic challenges for many of our families. Hoover Elementary has the Helping Hearts Fund which is used to support our families in a time of need. Any information shared will remain confidential. We care deeply about our families and respecting their privacy. For more information, please contact Jan Bice at jbice2@livoniapublicschools.org.

Parent Support with Emotional Anxiety
Mrs. Bice is happy to support our parents and students with anxiety and emotional needs.  If you would like to reach out to her through email she will set up a Zoom meeting with you or she can talk to you on the phone. jbice2@livoniapublicschools.org.

April Birthdays
Happy Birthday to our Hoover Rockets with April Birthdays.
Ethan G.  4/1/14
Estella B. 4/3/13 
Charlotte G. 4/3/2013
Tomas C. 4/5/2012
James T. 4/5/2012
Kenneth T. 4/5/2012
Thomas T. 4/5/2012
Tessa E. 4/8/2014
Richard H. 4/9/2010
Molly C. 4/10/2010
James F.  4/10/2012
Robert F. 4/10/2012
Abbey K. 4/10/2011
Mahvish  C. 4/11/2014
Nolan F.  4/11/2012
Tyler H.  4/11/2013
Joseph O. 4/11/2011
Calliegh T.  4/12/2013
Jonathan W. 4/12/2013
Nikolas B. 4/15/2012
Chloe D. 4/15/2011
Nicholas L.  4/15/2012
Megan S. 4/15/2010
Aubrey E. 4/16/2010
Jenna R. 4/16/2011
Anna R. 4/16/2013
Ethan S. 4/16/2010
Brennen F.4/17/2012
Keaton M. 4/17/2014
Tanner  D. 4/18/2011
Adam M. 4/18/2014
Benjamin B. 4/20/2014
Clayton F. 4/22/2010
Jackson S. 4/22/2013
Jennah A.  4/23/2013
Maximilian L.  4/23/2013
Noel M. 4/23/2010
Claire J. 4/24/2013
Viraj  T. 4/24/2013
Liliana A. 4/25/2013
Robert S.  4/25/2012
Noah V.  4/25/2012
Tomek F.  4/27/2011
James S.  4/27/2013
Jonah M. 4/28/2011
Parker  M. 4/28/2014
Andrew O. 4/28/2014
Luke R.  4/28/2010
Cole W.  4/28/2010
Amelia B. 4/29/2014
Vivian M.  4/30/2014
Ariel P.  4/30/2012 2

Maintain a Normal Routine to the Extent Possible
*Keep to a regular schedule, as this can be reassuring and promotes physical health.
*Encourage your children to keep up with their schoolwork and extracurricular activities, but do not push them if they seem overwhelmed.
*Work to establish a basic daily routine and schedule for your student (s) that includes a focus on reading, critical thinking, creative activities, and physical fitness.

The PTA would like to send you all a warm and friendly hello. We hope you and your families are all healthy and happy! Do you realize it has been 43 days since our last Hoover school day!? If you are missing the hustle and bustle of school and want to stay connected, join the Hoover Rockets PTA Facebook page. It’s a fun and positive place to post pictures about your adventures at home. We wish you all the best as you share in your children’s education. Here are a few words of wisdom from a childhood favorite of many, Mr. Rogers…

"Anyone who does anything to help a child in his life is a hero."
~ Fred Rogers

4TH GRADE FAMILIES
We understand how disappointing this is for our 4th graders to miss out on so much at the end of the school year. But, we want you to know the PTA and Principal Linn are discussing creative ideas to make their last days at Hoover special and memorable.

SPIRIT WEAR
Don’t forget to keep the Hoover Rockets spirit alive. If you are looking for a creative gift idea, check out all the new items for spring. Due to the current circumstances, orders will take a bit longer than usual. If any order cannot be processed due to limited supplies, Sports Hut will contact you directly. Any orders over $50 get free shipping. Click here for details: www.hooverspiritwear.com

STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK
The week of May 4-8 is Staff Appreciation Week. Imagine how much the Hoover staff misses seeing those precious smiling faces every week. Educating our children in the classroom is their passion, and now they are challenged to learn how to teach remotely. The PTA will be sharing ideas to make that week special for the Hoover staff. Let’s celebrate them!

SCIENCE FAIR
If your family wanted to participate in the Virtual Science Fair, it is not too late. Nuts About Science, our after school science enrichment program is offer Science Kits. Any of these kits would work for a science activity for the fair. Their website is www.nutsaboutscience.com

JOIN THE HOOVER PTA
Even though the school year is almost over, memberships are always welcome. If you are interested in a PTA board position or voting for the 2020-2021 PTA board, you must have a PTA membership. You can register for a membership online using memberhub: https://hooverrockets.memberhub.store

MEETINGS AND BOARD NOMINATIONS
Nominations for Executive Board positions are accepted until May 29th. If you are interested in running for any of the positions, please send an email to Tracey Schenk at tracey@tours-eti.com. May 29th we will vote on our 2020-2021 Board. Watch for more information to come about the May meeting and elections.

The nominations for the 2020-2021 board:
President: Christina Testa
Vice President: Monica Robinson
2nd Vice President: Beth Ann Hall
Recording Secretary: Stacy Curtis
Corresponding Secretary: Rebecca Bowring
Treasurer: Carmin Haylock
Asst. Treasurer: Colleen Matz

SPIRIT DAYS
Thank you for all your participation in the Hoover Spirit Days this year. PTA is making a contribution to the Hoover Helping Hearts Fund so we can provide needed support to our community during these challenging times.

4/27-6/12 Virtual Learning
5/25 Memorial Day

4.17.20

Hello Hoover Rockets,

I hope that each and every one of you is doing well.  I'm sure that last week really didn't feel like "spring break."  But, I hope that you enjoyed the break and Easter, for those that celebrate.  Today, the teachers will be sending enrichment plans for next week.
There has been a great deal going on behind the scenes.  The governor's executive orders have precipitated some changes to how we are providing distance learning.  Therefore, teachers have been in professional development sessions remotely the last several days.  We are rolling out the "new" plan to comply with the executive order beginning the week of April 27th. We will do our best to make it a smooth transition.  As a parent, I recognize you are dealing with a tremendous amount of responsibilities right now.  We know this is a tough balancing act and we are here support you along the way. Look for an email from the District later today with more details about the new plan.  

Hoover Staff Special Message
Please click on this link to see a special message from the Hoover Staff

https://youtu.be/vvRCrvSSfDI

4th Grade Send Off
The PTA board is working with the teachers to plan for alternative ways to send off our students. Hoping to include some sort of a Clap Out and Celebration. Please stay tuned for more details to come!

Eco-Action Tips
Our Hoover Eco-Action Team has created a Calendar with Tips for the Month of April.  Earth Day is this month so letś get outside and make a difference!  Here is the link to the Eco-Action Tip of the Day

Using Chromebooks at home
As a reminder to your children, all district Chromebooks are monitored by software to protect students.  When a student searches or visits a website that is inappropriate in nature, the district will receive a warning with your child's name and exactly what they searched.  As a district, we will be monitoring online habits and will reach out to families if their child has violated these rules. Remind your students to only be on websites and to only search appropriate and educationally related topics.  We have a limited number of Chromebooks so we are restricting it to one per family. If your child needs a chromebook, please email Mrs. Bice at jbice2@livoniapublicschools.org.

When Can We Pick Up Personal Items?
When we are able to safely leave our homes and open the building to the public, we will have a day for families to come to Hoover to pick up medications, return library books and pick up personal items from lockers and desks. Later in June, we are hoping to have a day for families to pick up Yearbooks and 4th grade DVDs. We are hoping these will be done by then. Fingers Crossed!

1st and 4th Grade Parents
If you have paid for a field trip with a check, we will be voiding the checks. If you paid with cash we will be refunding the cash, when we are allowed to open the building to the public. Thanks for understanding.

LPS Links that Offer Important Information and Updates:

Frequently Asked Questions

LPS Enrichment Learning Opportunities

Opportunity to Donate

Social Emotional Support Hotline:
Call 734-744-2737 or 734-744-2SES
Home Food Delivery Form

Calm Down Strategies for Kids
Color or Draw
Think Happy Thoughts
Take Deep Breaths
Talk to Someone
Make a List of Choices
Set the timer and take a break
Read
Think of a Pet
Look at photos
Use positive self talk
Take a walk or exercise
Write in a Journal
These came from www.thepathway2success.com

Science Fair
If your family wanted to participate in the Virtual Science Fair, it is not too late. Nuts About Science, our after school science enrichment program is offer Science Kits. Any of these kits would work for a science activity for the fair. Their website is nutsaboutscience.com

Meetings and 2020-2021 Board Nominations
The nominations for the 2020-2021 board:
President: Christina Testa
Vice President: Monica Robinson
2nd Vice President: Beth Ann Hall
Recording Secretary: Stacy Curtis
Corresponding Secretary: Rebecca Bowring
Treasurer: Carmin Haylock
Asst. Treasurer: Colleen Matz

Nominations for Executive Board positions are accepted until May 29th.
If you are interested in running for any of the positions, please send an email to Tracey Schenk at tracey@tours-eti.com. May 29th we will be voting on our 2020-2021 Board. Look for more information to come about the May meeting and elections.