A big thank you to all of our students, staff, and families for making Homecoming Week such a success! From spirit days to the spirit store, it was wonderful to see so much school pride and excitement. Your energy and participation made the week extra special for our entire school community. Go Chieftains!
Sister Lakes Elementary
Message from the Principal
Message from our District Nurse: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fWPAq8AKsd-wrd8zYB2NxQIpdS8BhzN93gkG72eSUS8/edit?usp=sharing
Schedule of Events
October 6: PTO meeting @ 4:00, school library
October 14: Kindergarten Vision Screener
October 20-24: Book Fair
October 20: PTO meeting @ 4:00, school library
October 21: Grands Day: K-2nd (1:30-2:30) 3rd-5th (2:30-3:30)
October 21: Picture Retakes
October 22: Parent Teacher Conferences 5:00-8:00
October 23: 1/2 day of School, Parent Teacher Conferences 1:00-4:30
October 28: BOOFEST
October 31: Classroom Harvest Parties
BOO FEST CANDY
PTO is now accepting candy donations for Boo Fest. The candy bin is located just outside the office. You may send donations in with your student or drop them off at the office! Thank you to our parents and students for their continual support of our school activities!
Happy Birthday to these SWEET October birthdays!
Mr. Aiden goes above and beyond every day to make our school a clean, safe, and happy place for students. From a friendly smile in the hallway to a helping hand when needed, Mr. Aiden makes a difference for every child, every day.
On November 4, 2025, voters in Dowagiac Union Schools will consider a Sinking Fund Millage Proposal of 0.5 mill.
Reminders
ATTENDANCE: It is very important that students are in school everyday, but the school realizes that there are some reasons for excused absences. Please make sure to call the office and let us know when your student is going to be absent or the school will be calling you. When a student returns to school after any period of absence, please send a note stating the reason for the absences.
*If your student(s) is running late, please bring them to the office and sign them in.
*If you need to pick up your child early for any reason please call the office 269-782-4468.
Please make sure students are wearing tennis shoes on Mondays and Tuesdays for PE class with Mrs. Schibley.
Wednesday is Art class with Ms. Tavolacci.
Thursday and Friday is Music class with Mrs. Eckman.
Given the increase in illnesses, this serves as a friendly reminder about the importance of proper handwashing.
Mandatory Notices
Required School Postings: https://www.dowagiacschools.org/page/mandatory-notices
Community Happenings
Helpful Links!
Transportation Website: https://www.dowagiacschools.org/page/transportation
Transportation App: My Ride K-12
Apple App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/my-ride-k-12/id6443848115?platform=iphone
Microsoft App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tylertech.myridek12&hl=en_US
We love hearing about the great things our staff does!
If you would like to provide some positive feedback
about the wonderful things our staff is doing, we would
love to read about it! Please click the link below:
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Building Information
Principal:
Alicia Stout
astout@dowagaicschools.org
Secretary:
Felicia Cooper
fcooper@dowagaicschools.org
Drop Off Time: 8:45 a.m.
Breakfast: 8:45 a.m.-8:57 a.m.
Building Times: 8:57 a.m.-3:53 p.m.
Half Day Dismissal: 12:05 p.m.
Building Office Phone: 269-782-4468
Social Media
Sister Lakes Website:
https://www.dowagiacschools.org/o/sles
Sister Lakes Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/SisterLakesElementary/
Lunch Menu:
https://dowagiacschools.nutrislice.com/menu
District Website:
https://www.dowagiacschools.org/
District Facebook: