Message from the Principal
Fall Fundraiser Reminder: As a reminder, we currently have one week left for our Fall PTO Fundraiser. All envelopes are due back on or before Friday, October 3. We have individual and classroom incentives. Our building-wide goal is $2,000. Thank you in advance for your generosity in supporting our PTO.
Halloween PTO Candy Monster: We are also accepting candy donations for our PTO JG Halloween Night. Any donations are appreciated!! Please make sure all candy donated is individually wrapped. We always have a wonderful turnout for this even!
Homecoming Week at Justus Gage: Please click on the following link for Homecoming/Dress up Days: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QqVlgl6GXac1FJZjErkiphIK5KolL-Dq/view?usp=sharing
Spirit Items for Sale: Next Thursday and Friday, our PTO will be selling Dowagiac Chieftain Spirit Items: Please click on the following link for items and pricing: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GVpi8eJRNHSzZ-yV5_nbOtgu7rcxhQzY/view?usp=sharing
Building Wide HERO Celebration #1 What: Justus Gage Hero Celebration #1
When: Friday, October 17, 2025 (during the school day)
Theme: Game Day/Fall Sweet Treat
How do I earn this: Any student that does not receive any SWISS “Major” Referrals for the date range of September 15 - October 16, 2025 will be invited to attend.
In order to earn the opportunity to be a part of future HERO Celebrations, a student must follow the HERO expectations the entire date range without receiving any “Major” SWISS referrals.
Please support our efforts in making Justus Gage Elementary an incredible school by communicating with your student about the HERO Expectations.
Dismissal Time Reminder: Please remember to park Northbound on James St., Eastbound on Wayne St. and Southbound on Oak St. when you are picking up your child. GSRP and Kindergarten parents are to use the parking lot which is accessible off of James Street and then please exit onto Wayne St. Thanks for working together in keeping everyone safe!
Attendance: We can't wait t see how many students had perfect attendance for the month of September! Keep up the great work!
ARRIVAL TIME: The first bell of the day RINGS at 8:27 for BREAKFAST. Students are allowed in the
