Saint Dunstan Catholic School

1615 Belton Ave.
Garden City, Mi 48135
734-425-4380

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Celebrating 45 years of providing a Catholic Education!

Welcome to Saint Dunstan School

The Saint Dunstan School Community will educate the whole child - Academically, Spiritually, and Physically - with faith and responsibility, through our model Jesus Christ.



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Archdiocese of Detroit Catholic Schools Wellness Policy

All Catholic Schools are committed to providing a school environment that promotes and protects our children’s health, well-being, and ability to learn by supporting healthy eating and physical activity. Therefore, it is the policy of the Archdiocese catholic Schools that all students in grades K-12 will have opportunities, support and encouragement to be physically active on a regular basis. Each student attends Physical Education class once a week. Please review the Wellness Plan here.



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Teacher Feature


Good-bye from Fourth Grade,

Normally I would say “Hello”, but as this is the last 4th grade class at Saint Dunstan Catholic School, it is more appropriate to say good–bye and wish all of you the best. Thank you for supporting our school.

Oh to be a kid again! The students have big plans for the lazy, hazy days of summer:

Branden DeCamillo: I’m going to play baseball all summer and I’m going to relax, sleep in, and swim.

Christopher Hagedorn: This summer I will go to Cedar Point and I will swim at my cousin’s house. I will also relax.

Austin Howard: I am going to go look for houses.

Danilo Peric: I would like to go to Santa Cruz.

Syra Restaino: I’m looking forward to going to Cedar Point with Kelly.

Julia Sarwarski: I’m going to visit with people from Oregon and North Carolina.

Isabella Schilling: I would like to go on a cruise like I did before.

Kayla Smith: I am going Up North, to Washington D.C., and to Niagara Falls.

Kelly Solak: I will be going to Cedar Point with my Mom’s friends and their kids.

Aaron Taylor: I will be playing baseball and sleeping in.

We hope you all have a great summer too!

Mrs. Deeter and the fourth graders



Dear Students,

Go now and know that the Spirit of Jesus will be watching over you.

Go now and enjoy God’s summer gifts of warm sun, cooling waters, and long, light days.

Go now with the gift of faith, that you might see God’s hand in all your work and play.

Go now with the gift of hope, that you may know God’s guidance, which is keeping you safe.

Go now with the gift of love, that you might offer kindness and care to all you meet.

Go now with the gift of knowledge, remembering all that you have learned. With God’s help, try to live it.

Go with these words of Jesus in your hearts and minds: "I will not leave you; I am with you always."

Listen to the Whisperings of the Holy Spirit!

Enjoy the blessing of summer,

Anna Maslij



1st Grade News

As our year comes to a close I would like to thank everyone for making my first year here so enjoyable. I felt right at home very quickly. Even though it’s only been a year I will always have a special place in my heart for St. Dunstan. I have had one of the best 1st grade classes and one of my most favorite years of teaching.

We have many fun and exciting things yet to do, so as these last few weeks fly by and our year comes to an end I have to say how proud I am of all my students and for all the hard work and determination they have given this year. I know that they will continue to have many more successful years ahead of them.

Best wishes to all the students of St. Dunstan and their families,

Mrs. Kmet



Hello From Kindergarten!

Spring has finally arrived, and with it, the unpleasant task of spring cleaning. As a self-proclaimed pack rat, sorting is difficult enough for me at home. When my classroom is added to the mix, the job is a monumental one!

Digging into my bookcases, closets, and cubbies at school has unearthed twelve years of memories. Every item I pull out reminds me of all the fun and learning that has taken place over the years. I am reminded of all the children, parents, and staff members who have touched my life.

I’ve always said "I have the best job in the world." I still believe that, perhaps now more than ever! Realizing that I only have three weeks left to live, laugh, and learn with the Saint Dunstan community is heartbreaking. I, like my colleagues, am packing as much as I can into each remaining day.

I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the parents, grandparents, and staff (both past and present, who have worked with me, supported me, and lifted me up when I was feeling down. You, along with the children, are the reason I love my job and have always looked forward to coming to work, each and every day!

Thank you for being my extended family, one I often spent more time with than my biological family! I will not, and would not want to forget you.

God Bless,

Ms. McCormick



Hello again from the 8th Grade!

As the school year is coming to a close, the 8th grade is working diligently to make time to fit everything into the last two months of school. As you are aware, they will be taking their class trip to Chicago on May 27-28, and have been holding numerous fundraisers for majority of the school year. With the trip less than a month away, the students...

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Greetings from 7th grade

Recently, 7th grade visited Sacred Heart Major Seminary for a Jr. High Vocations Day. It was both an educational and spiritual experience. We learned some history and toured the building. We were reminded that baptism is the source and root of our vocation. Inspiring vocation stories were shared and viewed. When asked what aspects of the vocation day were most memorable, the 7th grade students responded by saying:..........

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Hello from Miss Tarrant and the Sixth Grade!

It’s amazing to think about how far we have come since the beginning of school! Spring has sprung and our middle school-ers are as busy as ever!

Thank you so much to all who made the Science Fair another.....

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Hello from Grade Five!!

Happy Spring! Fifth graders are excited to see spring arrive just as many of us are. It is evident that “Spring Fever” has arrived in ....

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Fourth Grade says Hello!

What a great third quarter we are having.

I read a couple of chapter books orally to the class this year. Our favorite book so far was called "No Talking" Andrew Clements. It is about a class of fifth graders that compete (boys against girls) to see who can talk the least for two days. Our class really wanted to try that. It lasted about 15 minutes!

In February, we participated in the Detroit Young Author’s conference by writing and illustrating our own children’s fiction stories. This fourth grade class is so creative! The results of the contest...

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Hello Again from Third Grade!

Another quarter has flown by since the last time we visited! The third marking period comes to an end right before Easter break. We have moved through two themes in our reading series! We are currently on Voyagers, in which we are finding that all our characters have one thing in common: courage.

In Science, we have moved on to life cycles and habitats. It has been really interesting finding...

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A word from our Principal

May 29, 2009

Dear Parents:

As we draw closer to the end of the school year, we also draw closer to the end of something very special. That of course is our great school. Many activities are being held very soon and we hope that you will be able to join us. See below for the special celebrations that will be taking place.

I would like to inform of all of you that I have accepted the Principal position at St. Mary in Wayne. I am very excited and look forward to begin a new chapter in my career. I begin July 1st and I am very happy to be blessed with a new job before summer vacation. God works in great ways, and I thank Him everyday for this opportunity. It would be great to see some familiar faces at St. Mary. It is a terrific school and has some awesome programs in place. I would truly enjoy working with all of you again. Maybe our paths will cross on Michigan Avenue in Wayne. As I said, it would be nice to see some familiar faces!!!

Thank you to all of the families who have made my time here very welcoming. I have felt like a part of this community from the first day. We worked through some very trying times and I hope that you truly believe the staff and I ALWAYS had the students’ best interests in mind. I know you may not have always agreed with everything we tried, but that you respected our efforts.

In lieu of the situation that has taken place down in Monroe, please take a moment to discuss “stranger danger” or so to speak with your children. Have them be aware of their surroundings and how to react if approached by anyone. As always, staying in groups is safe and a good idea.

Students are to come in uniforms on Monday, June 1st.They will need to bring their gym uniforms for later in the day. This will be more presentable for the graduation Mass.

On June 3rd, 4th, 5th, 8th, and 9th, the students may DRESS DOWN as long as the clothing is appropriate. Shorts will be allowed if it is hot enough. Tank tops, spaghetti straps, halter tops, tube tops and any revealing clothing is NOT ACCEPTABLE. If students wear clothing that is decided to be too revealing or unacceptable, they WILL be calling for either their uniform or more appropriate clothing. On Wednesday June 10th, students are REQUIRED to be in UNIFORMS for the final School Mass and awards.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Have a great weekend!!

GO TIGERS!!!

GO WINGS!!!

Mr. Lipinski



May 21st, 2009

Dear Parents:

We are quickly approaching the end of the school year. With back-to-back four day weeks and class trips, the days are slipping by. I just have a few points of interest to mention this week as we head into the long holiday weekend.

The 8th grade and Kindergarten Graduations will be held on Monday, June 1st. The 8th ceremony will take place during the Monday morning mass at 9 AM. There will be a reception that follows in the community room.

The Kindergarten ceremony will take place in the Church at 6PM. There will not be a mass, just a short presentation with a reception to follow in the community room.

Please fill out and return the form that is included in this packet regarding the School Closing Liturgy that is being held on Sunday, June 14th at 2PM. The forms may be returned to the school office. THANK YOU!!

Vacation Bible School is scheduled for June 29th and 30th from 9:30 AM until 12 noon. Volunteers are needed. If you can volunteer or if your child is interested in attending please contact Mrs. Queen in the Parish Office at 734-425-6720.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Enjoy the LONG weekend!!

GO WINGS!!

GO TIGERS!!

Mr. Lipinski



May 15, 2009

Dear Parents,

Please remember that Monday, May 18th is an early dismissal day. School will be dismissed at 11:45. It is very important that your child be picked up on time as the staff has an appointment with Fr. Ron. Also, there is no latchkey on early dismissal days. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Last week the students participated in a very fun assembly called "Lights, Camera, Action". The company provided us with a DVD copy of the students in action. We are able to make copies for those of you who may be interested. The PTG is willing to purchase the blank DVD’s. Therefore, there will be NO COST to you!! Please see the enclosed order form and return it to school no later than Wednesday, May 20th if you would like a copy of the DVD. There is a limit of ONE copy per FAMILY. Thank you to the PTG for offering to purchase the DVD’s.

Next week is a four day week as we are off on Friday for the Memorial Day weekend. Please remember that students will be having finals and end of year assignments that they need to do well on. Please discuss with your students the importance of remaining focused for the last few weeks.

It is also important that the students find any books they may be missing. Even though we are closing if books are not turned in they will need to be paid for.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Have a GREAT weekend!!

GO TIGERS!!

GO WINGS!!

Mr. Lipinski



T.R.I.P.

The TUITION REDUCTION INCENTIVE PROGRAM is a fantastic way to support our school. T.R.I.P. allows you to purchase gift cards for various retailers. Each retailer gives back a percentage of the cost of the card. 90 percent of the "rebates" are applied directly towards your tuition account. You can see us after school on Monday inside school. Also we are there after every weekend Mass. We look forward to seeing you!!!