Dear All Star Parents/Guardians:

On May 2, Beacon Tree families and residents throughout the district will consider the Safety and Success proposal that is on the ballot.  Neither the bond proposal and non-homestead replacement millage will impact the tax rate on your primary residence (the home in which you live).

The proposals impact every student in Utica Community Schools. For the projects that directly impact Beacon Tree and our feeder schools, you can follow these links:

• Beacon Tree Elementary
• Shelby Junior High School
• Malow Junior High School
• Utica High School
• Eisenhower High School

Remember, there will be no increase in the current tax rate if voters approve the bond proposal.

Also on the ballot is a non-homestead operating millage proposal. Voter approval of this proposal will allow UCS to collect its full share of state aid. This proposal will not affect taxes on the home in which you live (your primary residence); it only applies to businesses, second homes, rental property and vacant land.

Call or email me if you have any questions, and please take time to vote at the polls on May 2nd or anytime now through Election Day by absentee ballot.  

Also, please take two minutes to share your thoughts about the bond proposal by visiting www.research.net/r/UCSballotproposalsurvey.      

BTV MEMBERSHIP TOOLKIT LINK:

The BTV will continue to utilize their Membership Toolkit account throughout the school year.  Please utilize the link below to access the Membership Toolkit for upcoming BTV activities.

Membership Toolkit link is HERE

SPIRITWEAR IS NOW AVAILABLE!

Spiritwear is a great way to show your All Star Pride!  You can purchase some “swag” from the following link:

www.beacontreespiritwear.com

You will find several items to choose from.  Sizes range from toddler through adult.  There are multiple design options, so you will be sure to find something you will enjoy!  You can do fun things like adding your child’s name, or even getting red or silver glitter!  Head on over there right now to check out the styles!

I hope that everyone has a great month!

All The Best,

Mr. Ellis

Proud Principal

Beacon Tree Elementary