Help us celebrate the amazing teachers and staff who make Dieck such a special place to learn and grow! 💙
We’ve attached a quick survey with your favorite staff members’ “likes” to give you some fun ideas—but the best gifts don’t cost a thing… 💌 Click survey link: https://canva.link/puucvo6e3y8uyrx
Handwritten notes, drawings, kind words, and great behavior mean the most and truly brighten their day!
Let’s take a moment to show our appreciation for all they do to support, inspire, and care for our students every single day. 💫
Dieck & Syring PTO is helping us celebrate our amazing 5th grade students as they wrap up their elementary journey! 💛
Families can purchase a blank yard sign for $5 to decorate and personalize for their child. Once completed, the signs will be proudly displayed along our Dieck sidewalk during the last week of school—such a fun way to honor our students!
📅 Order forms due: Friday, May 1
📍 Pick-up: Thursday, May 21 (8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. in the office)
🎨 Decorated signs due back: Friday, June 5
Let’s celebrate our 5th graders in a BIG way—they’ve earned it! 👏💫
We are excited to help our future middle school Dragons get ready for the move to 6th grade at Swartz Creek Middle School. One of the most popular transition activities each year is 6th Grade Survivor Camp, and registration is now OPEN.
Survivor Camp gives incoming 6th graders a chance to tour the building, meet staff, and practice middle school routines before the school year begins.
✅ Choose ONE session only
📅 May 8 (9 AM–12 PM or 1 PM–4 PM)
📅 May 9 (10 AM–1 PM)
💲 Cost is $30 per student
You can register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or using this link:
🔗 https://swartzcreekperformingartscenter.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200525636
Space is limited, so we encourage families to register early. ❤️🤍🐉
We’ve got TWO important things happening—don’t miss out! 👇
🎓 Yearbook Orders Due TODAY!
Capture all the amazing memories from this school year! 💙
Don’t miss your chance to order your DIECK yearbook.
👉 Order here:
https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/clients/dieck-elementary-school/2025-2026-yearbooks-243/access?clearSessionAuthentication=1
🎭 Theater Field Trip Permission Slips Due TODAY!
Students attending the Whiting Auditorium field trip must have their signed permission slip turned in today.
✔️ No cost to attend
✔️ School day lunch provided (or send a home lunch if preferred)
Let’s make sure everyone is ready for these exciting opportunities! 🎉
#DieckElementary #KindnessCounts #DontMissOut
We are excited to support our 5th graders as they prepare for the big move to middle school! Here are some important upcoming opportunities for students and families:
✨ Counselor Classroom Visits
Middle school counselors will be visiting 5th grade classrooms to talk about schedules, classes, and what to expect in 6th grade.
📅 Parent Orientation – May 7
Join us at Swartz Creek Middle School to meet staff, learn about expectations, and get all your questions answered!
• 9:00 AM (MS Commons)
• 5:30 PM (MS Cafe)
🏫 6th Grade Survivor Camp (Choose One Session)
Students will get a hands-on preview of middle school life!
• May 8: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM or 1:00–4:00 PM
• May 9: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
📌 Don’t forget: Our 5th graders will also visit the middle school later in May—more details coming soon!
We’re excited for this next step and can’t wait to help our students feel confident, prepared, and ready to thrive! 💪📚
#CreekPride #FutureDragons #KindnessCounts #ReadyForMiddleSchool
As March is Reading Month comes to a close this week, we are excited to celebrate our readers through the Bikes for Books program!
The Swartz Creek Masonic Lodge has once again partnered with our Swartz Creek elementary schools to support this amazing opportunity for students.
This program encourages students to:
✨ Read as many books as they can
✨ Strengthen reading comprehension and writing skills
✨ Submit short summaries to show their learning
✨ Earn entries into a drawing for bikes, scooters, and helmets
The more books students read and reflect on, the more chances they have to win!
We are so grateful for the continued generosity and partnership of the Swartz Creek Masonic Lodge. Together, we are creating readers, leaders, and lifelong learners! ❤️
#EveryDragonEveryDay #MarchIsReadingMonth #BikesForBooks #SwartzCreekReads
Our lost and found is currently overflowing! Please encourage your child to check for any missing items as soon as possible. All unclaimed items will be donated during Spring Break.
Thank you for your help!
We’re excited to support our 5th graders as they begin their transition to 6th grade in Swartz Creek Community Schools! From classroom visits with middle school counselors to parent orientation and Survivor Camp, there are so many great opportunities ahead to help our students feel confident and prepared.
✨ Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details—especially for Survivor Camp registration coming soon!
🏫 Middle School Counselor Visits (5th Grade Classrooms)
ELMS: March 23
Dieck: March 25
Gaines: March 25
👨👩👧 Incoming 6th Grade Parent Orientation
📍 Swartz Creek Middle School
May 7: 9:00 AM (MS Commons)
May 7: 5:30 PM (MS Café)
🏕️ 6th Grade Survivor Camp (Choose ONE Session)
May 8 Options:
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
May 9 Option:
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Let’s cheer on our Dragons as they take this exciting next step! ❤️🤍
#CreekPride #FutureDragons #SwartzCreek #MiddleSchoolReady #EveryDragonEveryDay
Dear Swartz Creek Families,
You are invited to Connections to Wellness in the Creek on Thursday, March 5, from 5:00–7:30 PM at the Cage Fieldhouse.
Hosted by Swartz Creek Community Schools, this event is completely FREE for our families, and dinner will be provided.
Free admission.
Free dinner.
Free access to valuable community resources.
More than 50 local organizations will be on site, sharing resources that support the physical, emotional, and mental wellness of our students and families. There will also be a Kid Zone with engaging activities for children.
Parking Information:
If the Cage parking lot fills, overflow parking is available directly across the street at Meijer. A school bus shuttle will run continuously to transport families safely back and forth. Please watch for event parking and shuttle signs when you arrive.
We hope you will join us for this special evening of connection, support, and community.
Sincerely,
Swartz Creek Community Schools
Dear Swartz Creek Community Schools Families,
We are writing to share an important update in the search for the next Superintendent of Swartz Creek Community Schools.
The Board of Education interviewed six candidates during first-round interviews held on February 18 and 19. The Board has voted to move forward with two finalists:
Dr. Rob Bueche
Mr. Kenneth Janczarek
Watch the First-Round Interview Recordings
February 18 Interviews: https://youtu.be/2qV_99GYwrs?si=I2CU46_CbPN54XNp
February 19 Interviews: https://youtu.be/Nw1bG059tpc?si=yQLQdTS_btDgPFlB
Learn More About the Superintendent Search Process
https://www.swartzcreek.org/page/new-superintendent-search
Meet the Final Superintendent Candidates
Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Location: Board Room
Attendance: RSVP required
Schedule:
5:30–6:15 PM — Meet & Greet
6:30–8:30 PM — Community Forum
• Candidates will respond to questions
• Facilitated by representatives from Ray & Associates
• Event will be live-streamed
• Attendees will receive QR codes after the forum to provide feedback to the Board of Education
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/r72Uh4on4mUjaywa7
Or call Sue Gould at 810-591-2382
Thank you for your continued engagement, partnership, and support as we work together to select the next leader for our district. We appreciate your involvement in this important process for our students, staff, and community.
Sincerely,
Swartz Creek Community Schools
Dear Dieck Families,
Our 2025–2026 Annual Education Report (AER) for Dieck Elementary is now available on the Swartz Creek Community Schools website. The report provides a summary of our school’s academic performance, growth data, and key information about our programs and progress.
You can view the report here:
https://www.swartzcreek.org/page/aer (Website Link)
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our Dieck Dragons!
With appreciation,
Heather Briggs
Proud Principal, Dieck Elementary 🐉