Trix Academy
Michigan Educational Choice Center (MECC)
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This Week at Trix Academy: July 27 Principal's Update
Get the latest news at Trix Academy from the Principal's Update. We are preparing for the new school year, join us!
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School Starts September 8th! Get the Latest on the New School Year at Trix
Stay in the loop on Trix news and events in this week's family newsletter!
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This Week at Trix: June 20 Family Newsletter
Get the latest and greatest news at Trix Academy in this week's family newsletter.
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Take the Return to School Family Survey
We hope all our families are safe and well! Please help us prepare to re-open our school and welcome you back this fall by clicking the headline above to take a brief family survey.
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UPDATE: Summer School and Technology at Trix
Virtual summer learning is available to all our K-7 scholars through the 5-week Summer Advantage program starting June 29th! We will provide technology to all registered scholars. Click the headline above to register today!
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Technology for all K-8 Scholars in the Fall
Trix Academy will provide all scholars with a technology device for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year. We invite new and returning scholar families to get registered today!
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This Week at Trix Academy: June 3 Principal's Update
Get the latest news at Trix Academy from the Principal's Update.
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Free Summer Advantage for K-7: Sign Up Today!
Summer is almost here and Summer Advantage registration is open. Space is limited. Register your scholar today.
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The Trix Academy Parent Guide to Kindergarten Readiness
We are pleased to announce that we have begun kindergarten enrollment for next school year! We are excited to serve our families in Detroit and the surrounding area. Join us as we help to fuel our scholars’ dreams with: data driven instruction, state-of-the art technology and exceptional teachers who truly care about their success!
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Now Enrolling Grades K-8 at Trix Academy!
Join us for the 2020-2021 school year: Free eLearning platform, 1 to 1 scholar technology, robotics & coding classes, on-site Boys and Girls Club, parent employment opportunities, and much more! Space is limited, visit us today to reserve your scholar's seat.
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Check out the Principal's Update
Get the latest news at Trix Academy from the Principal's Update.
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eLearning Help Desk is Now Available!
We are excited to announce that our eLearning Help Center is now available! We know that remote learning comes with some challenges and we are here to help! Parents and scholars can chat with a Help Desk person Monday - Friday, 8 am - 8 pm. Visit the PLA eLearning homepage at phalenacademies.org/elearning to get help today.
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Congratulations to Our Support Staff of the Year, Mr. Griffin!
Shining a light on the people who work tirelessly to support our staff, families and scholars 🌟 Congratulations to our Support Staff of the Year, Mr. Griffin! Thank you for all you do to support our school!
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Congratulations to Our Teacher of the Year, Ms. Burton!
Teaching is the profession that creates all other professions. Congratulations to our Teacher of the Year, Ms. Burton! Thank you for all you do to help our scholars soar!
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The Learning Continues!
Learning from home can be as easy as 1-2-3. Enter your virtual classroom today by following these steps!
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Fill Out Your Intent to Return for the 2020-21 School Year Today!
Will you be returning for the 2020-21 school year? Let us know today! Click the headline above to complete your intent to return.
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Activity Backpack Pick Up on Monday, April 20th
Scholars will be able to pick up their backpack of activity workbooks and supplies on Monday, April 20, 2020 from 8am until 10am.
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Get the Latest News at Trix Academy
As we continue to navigate these challenging times, Trix staff and educators are here for your scholars.
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Schools Adapting to COV-19: Phalen Academies to Launch E-Learning Platforms at Its 22 Schools Across the Country
Despite the challenges the COVID-19 pandemic has posed, we are determined to continue to meet the unique needs of each scholar in each of our schools. Support our scholars as they strive to maintain learning gains.
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School Closing: Trix Will Be Closed March 13 to April 5 In Response to COVID-19 Outbreak
The safety of our scholars and staff at our school is of paramount importance to our organization. Given today’s guidance from our local authorities and educational agencies, we will be closing Trix Academy starting Friday, March 13th through at least April 5th. Work packets will be available for pick-up beginning Monday, March 16th at 8 am. We will also be providing grab and go meal bags which can be picked up between 8-10 am on Monday as parents pick up work packets.
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Michigan Dept. of Education & Dept. of Health and Human Services Release COVID-19 Guidance Update
The Michigan Dept. of Education and the Michigan Dept. of Health and Human Services has released a COVID-19 Guidance update memorandum on the coronavirus. The update includes recommended community mitigation strategies for local school districts and childcare facilities to combat the spread of coronavirus and keep people safe.
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PLA Monitoring of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
PLA is working to monitor the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and will work to share updates as we learn more.
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Stories of Resilience, Ingenuity and Courage: Trix Scholars Visit the Charles H. Wright Museum
Our scholars recently took a field trip to the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. They explored exhibits on important moments in Black history including civil rights, slavery and Motown.
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Creating a Judgement Free Zone at Trix Academy
Thank you to the Detroit Lions and Planet Fitness for teaching our scholars how they can create a culture of kindness and encouragement in our school. It's up to all of us to be judgement free!
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Bright Smiles Bright Futures at Trix Academy!
All of our scholars deserve to shine! Thank you to Detroit's mobile dentist service for providing free dental care to our scholars at Trix.
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Congratulations to Our 1st Quarter Award Recipients
Congratulations to our scholars and families! We're proud of you!
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Trix Scholars' Day of STEM Exploration at the Michigan Science Center
Trix Academy scholars visited the Michigan Science Center to explore over 250 exhibits covering topics like space, health, physical science, engineering and more.
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Trix Academy Scholars Explore Detroit River Festival
The Water Festival offered scholars hands-on activities, taught by top level academic instructors and water quality profession.
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Trix Scholars Building a Better World with Ernst & Young
In partnership with the Boys & Girls Club and Ernst & Young Associates, Trix is providing middle school scholars with the opportunity to learn about accounting and finance. .
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Trix Academy Scholars to Kick-Off Candy Fundraiser!
On October 25, 2019, Trix Academy will kick off our first school fundraiser.
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Join Us For Food, Fun and Games At Our Upcoming Open House!
Meet the teachers and families of Trix Academy while enjoying bounce houses, pizza and a special ticket raffle! Our open house will be held on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 from 9:00am-5pm.
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Boys and Girls Club of South Eastern Michigan Opens Location at Trix Academy!
Trix families get first preference in joining this BGCA location, and BGCA families have an advance opportunity to reserve their space for the upcoming school year.
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Welcome Back! It's Almost Time For A New School Year.
Tuesday, September 3, 2019 begins the start of a new school year! If you haven't already, visit our enrollment page to get enrolled!
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Trix Academy Beautified Through Community Partnerships
“We are thankful for our partners,” said PLA’s Regional Director, Danielle Robinson. “This project is not just about landscaping around the school. This is a remarkable collaboration of community members who are demonstrating their commitment to our scholars and communities by making such a beautiful investment. The work we do today will create an expanded learning environment and great learning experiences for the 260 scholars we serve and for the many scholars to come.”
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Trix Academy Scholars' Journey Through St. Claire Nature Center
A Photo Story: Trix Academy Scholars' Journey Through St. Claire Nature Center
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Trix Scholars Host Loved One's Day
Thank you to all of the family members who came out to help scholars celebrate Loved One's Day!
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Trix Academy Celebrates Scholars for Meeting Academic Goals
These Trix scholars are just a few who are being celebrated for meeting their learning goals and making excellent academic progress.
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Trix Academy to Offer Soccer League! Sign-up today!
Trix Academy will now offer soccer for 1st-4th Grade. Signup Today!
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Trix to Work with Parents on New High School Application Process
If you need assistance completing the application process, please plan to join us on January 15, 2019 from 4pm - 6pm.
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Cold and Flu Prevention at Trix
If you would like to donate sanitizing wipes, please let your child’s teacher know or feel free to send a container of wipes with your scholar.
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Safety First: Trix Academy Gets Updated Security Features Via Michigan Grant
Trix Academy is a part of a $25 million state police grant that will help building leaders upgrade and enhance the school’s safety features.
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A Special Note From Ms. Coleman
Trix Academy would like to acknowledge all parents, guardians, and extended family that have helped each scholar at Trix Academy have a successful start to the school year.
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Looking to the Future: Trix 7th and 8th Grade Scholars to Create Education Plans
Parents are asked to speak with scholars about their EDP and help them plan for the future.
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Fall Harvest Family Night: Oct 29
Trix will hold its monthly PTO meeting in conjunction with our Fall Harvest Family Night at 4pm
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October Virtue: Harmony
Trix virtues are truth, justice, harmony, reciprocity, propriety, balance and order.
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Trix Academy K-8 Save the Date!
Trix Academy is preparing to kick off the 2018-2019 school year with these important dates! Please join us.
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MECC Students Outperform Their Peers—Show Major Academic Growth
The results are in, and when it comes to academic achievement, MECC scholars outperform their peers by double-digits.
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Trix, Murphy, and Stewart Academy Students Welcomed to New Campus
Michigan Education Choice Center (MECC) Board and Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) announce the opening of new school facility
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Local Police Officer Mentors MECC Scholars
Detroit police officer Bryant George is helping to make a difference with MECC scholars.
