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Great Oaks Elementary

​Our Mission Statement

Great Oaks Elementary School will promote academic excellence in a caring environment.

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Preschool Open House

Come to the Open House at ECC on Washington Street on April 15th from 6:15pm-7:30pm.

Spring Newsletter 2025

PDF File Click here to read the Spring Newsletter 2025! 📢 Stay updated with our latest bond update, exciting new programs and policies, and student & staff achievements.

2025 Outstanding Teachers of the Year

 Outstanding Teachers of the Year were recognized at the March board meeting. Congratulations and thank you for your commitment to our students. 

  • Elementary - Kelly Moore, Naldrett Elementary
  • Middle School - Ryan Lombardo, Middle School North
  • High School - Anne Harms, Anchor Bay High

Summer Pop Up Classes

It is that time of year again where it is time to register your child for our amazing summer "Pop-Up Classes."

This year we have over 100 different classes your child can pick from. Classes have limited spots and fill up quickly.

Registration deadline is Sunday, June 1.

Link to registration page: https://gofan.co/app/school/MI89886

PDF File Please see the attached brochure for a listing and description of the classes.

Kaleidoscope Authors

Congratulations to this year's students who had their stories published in the Kaleidoscope Magazine: 

  • Dylan Stanek, Ashley - "Winning Districts" 
  • Cordelia Offer, Great Oaks - "Talking Raccoons" 
  • Audreanna Ha, Lighthouse - "Chicago" 
  • Ellison Davey, Lottie - "The Day I Met Bruno" 
  • Zachary Zelenak, Maconce - "Jaimy the Star" 
  • Bradley Bommarito, Naldrett - "What Christmas is About" 
  • Adrienne Cherget, MSN - "Flickering Light" 
  • Carter Muscat, MSS - "Weezer"

Mark Your Calendar

Our calendar can be linked to your phone/device's calendar app.  Please click on the calendar icon next to "Upcoming Events" below for directions on how to set this up.

Upcoming Events

April 18
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April 21
Professional Development Day – No Students in Attendance
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Professional Development Day – No Students in Attendance
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April 22
School Resumes
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School Resumes
Date: Apr 22
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April 23
Board of Education - Regular Meeting
7:00 PM
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Board of Education - Regular Meeting
Date: Apr 23
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
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MacDonald Early Childhood - Board Room
April 25
Deneweth's Garden Center-Kindergarten
9:30 AM
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Deneweth's Garden Center-Kindergarten
Date: Apr 25
Time: 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
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May 1
Kindergarten Readiness
6:00 PM
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Kindergarten Readiness
Date: May 1
Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
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Kindergarten Readiness
6:15 PM
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Kindergarten Readiness
Date: May 1
Time: 6:15 PM
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May 6
Professional Development Day – No Students in Attendance
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Professional Development Day – No Students in Attendance
Date: May 6
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May 14
Detroit Zoo-1st Grade
9:30 AM
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Detroit Zoo-1st Grade
Date: May 14
Time: 9:30 AM to 3:15 AM
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Big Stone School-Mrs. Smith
9:30 AM
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Big Stone School-Mrs. Smith
Date: May 14
Time: 9:30 AM to 11:45 AM
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Spotlights

Fight Flu
The Flu: A Guide for Parents Please also see a health letter from GOE under the "Medical Forms & Info" button. Click here for more info...
2022-23 Reward Schools Congratulations to our 2022-23 Reward Schools! Ashley Elementary, Naldrett Elementary, Great Oaks Elementary, Lottie Elementary, Lighthouse Elementary, and Middle School North! This places these buildings among the top performing schools in the state.
Kindergarten Options at Anchor Bay More...
PTO
PTO Webpage The Great Oaks PTO has a webpage to keep you informed of PTO events & information. Our school code for registration is TVM3RV. Click here to visit the website...
2025-2026 New Student Registration & K-11 Schools of Choice Information Open Enrollment starts February 13th, 2025 for the 2025-26 School Year Schools of Choice Unlimited K-11 Application Window - February 13 through August 15th Click here to go to the Enrollment & Schools of Choice page.
Anchor Bay Offers Young Fives Click here to learn about the Anchor Bay Young Fives Program!
Anchor Bay Receives Readers Choice Award 1st Place
School Safety: A Shared Responsibility
Safety Procedures The safety of your children, as well as the safety of school staff and support personnel, is very important to us. We appreciate your cooperation in working together to keep our school safe. Read more here...
Okay2Say TEXT: 652729 okay2say.com
Okay2Say Anyone can report tips confidentially on criminal activities or potential harm directed at students, school employees, or schools. Tips can be submitted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. https://www.michigan.gov/ok2say/
We are Hiring! Join the Anchor Bay Team! We have part-time and full-time positions available. Apply today! Click here to see our current job postings.
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Contact Us

Great Oaks Elementary

32900 24 Mile Road
Chesterfield Twp, MI 48047
Phone (586) 725-2038
Fax (586) 725-4014
Ron Medley
Principal
Rene Moses
Office Manager
Cindy Houle
Data Para Professional
Jessica Hall
Para

School Times:

Full Day: 9:00 AM - 3:51 PM
1/2 Day: 9:00 AM - 12:26 PM

Attendance Line:

(586) 725-2038 ext. 1101
Email Cindy Houle 

If your child is going to be absent or tardy, please call or email as early as possible.  A message can also be left with your name, student's name, grade/teacher, date of absence & reason for absence.
Thank you!

 

Reward School 2022-23
Reward School 2021-22

PDF DocumentAB Backpack Program
PDF DocumentAER 2024-2025
PDF DocumentCode of Conduct
External LinkEnrollment Information - ABSD
PDF DocumentKroger Community Rewards
PDF DocumentSchool Messenger Setup Info
PDF DocumentStudent-Parent Handbook
PDF DocumentSupply List By Grade
PDF DocumentElementary Course Descriptions
Sexual Harassment Brochure


External LinkSee the district enrollment page

External LinkFood Service Information

The Great Oaks PTO has a website for PTO events, signups, etc. The school code is V3TPU7​​​​​. Please click on the link below. 

External LinkGreat Oaks PTO 

External LinkLink to SAC Online Registration

At Great Oaks Elementary, We GROW! We... Give Respect Remember to be Safe Own our actions Work Together

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External LinkPay For It

 

To pay using Pay-for-it:

  1. Log on to https://www.payforit.net/
  2. Register for an account (You can get step by step instructions here: https://www.payforit.net/Images/SigningUp.pdf)
  3. Add students to your account. You will need their Power Schools ID (you can get this from your school office.
  4. Click on the Fees Tab to pay your students assigned or optional fees.

To Make a payment on Pay-for-It:

  1. Log in and got to the "Fees" tab
  2. Click on "Make Fee Payment"
  3. Under Optional Fees - Click on the green "+". 

 

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