Aug 26
Central Elementary
Open House
Open House was held from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. so families could meet the school team, visit classrooms and prepare for the new year.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes + PTO calendar
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Dates and actions to notice first
A short, curated view combining the school newsletter, district information, transportation guidance and PTO calendar.
Aug 31
First day of school
Half day for Y5–5th grade
The first bell is at 8:30 a.m., the second bell is at 8:35 a.m., and dismissal is at noon.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
Sep 1
School schedule
First full day of school
Full-day hours are 8:35 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. The first bell rings at 8:30 a.m., and outdoor staff supervision begins at 8:25 a.m.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
Sep 4–7
Labor Day recess
No school
Schools are closed Friday and Monday for Labor Day recess. Classes resume Tuesday, September 8.
Source: PPS calendar + Mustang Family Minutes
Sep 8-18
School reminder
Fall testing window
Central's fall testing window runs September 8-18. Families can help students by keeping routines steady and arriving at school on time.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
Sep 15
PTO meeting
Join the September PTO meeting
The first meeting of the year begins at 4:00 p.m. at Central Elementary, with an in-person or virtual option.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
Sep 16
Family deadline
Request free student shoes
The First Day Shoe Fund provides new athletic shoes at no cost to Kalamazoo County public elementary students. Online orders close September 16.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
Sep 17
School event
Picture Day
Central Elementary's school Picture Day is Thursday, September 17.
Source: PTO Google Calendar + Mustang Family Minutes
Sep 20
For families who moved
Submit updated proof of residency
Families who moved within the last year should email the school an updated proof-of-residency document by September 20 and include the student's name.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
Sep 24
Dine-out fundraiser
Noodles & Company Dine Out
Dine at Noodles & Company, 6150 S. Westnedge Ave., from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. The restaurant will donate 20% of participating sales.
Source: PTO newsletter
Sep 25
School schedule
Half day
Friday, September 25 is a half day for all students, with dismissal at noon.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes + PPS calendar
Oct 1
School service
Mobile Dentist
The Mobile Dentist is scheduled to visit Central Elementary on Thursday, October 1. Follow school communications for participation details.
Source: PTO newsletter calendar
Oct 2
School recognition
Custodian's Day
Central recognizes its custodial team on Friday, October 2.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
Oct 2
Kindergarten
Field trip to Gull Meadows
Central's kindergarten field trip to Gull Meadows is scheduled for Friday, October 2. Kindergarten families should follow classroom communications for trip details.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
Oct 5–9
Stampede spirit week
Central Stampede Spirit Days
Comfy Day Monday, Color Wars Tuesday, Crazy Hair or Socks Wednesday, Sports Day Thursday, and Blue and Yellow Day Friday.
Source: PTO newsletter
Oct 9
PTO event
Central Stampede
Central's largest PTO fundraiser returns at McCamley–Knight Field with a $20,000 schoolwide goal, grade-level run times and volunteer roles throughout the day.
Source: PTO newsletter
Oct 12
Stampede deadline
Return cash or check donations
Return cash or checks in the student's Stampede envelope by October 12. Checks should be payable to Portage Central Elementary PTO.
Source: PTO newsletter
Oct 13 · 6:00 p.m.
PTO meeting
October PTO meeting
Join the October PTO meeting in person or online at 6:00 p.m.
Source: PTO newsletter
Oct 29
School event
Picture Retakes
Central Elementary picture retakes are scheduled for Thursday, October 29.
Source: PTO newsletter calendar
Oct 30
School schedule
Half day
Friday, October 30 is a half day for students.
Source: PTO newsletter calendar
Oct 30
Family event
Trunk or Treat
Trunk-or-Treat is Friday, October 30, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Families can reserve a decorated trunk or sign up to help with parking and candy.
Source: PTO Google Calendar + Linktree signups
Nov 2
School schedule
No school
There is no school on Monday, November 2. Confirm any schedule changes with the official school calendar.
Source: PTO Google Calendar + PPS calendar
Nov 9–13
School event
Book Fair
The PTO calendar lists the Book Fair for November 9–13. Daily hours have not yet been confirmed; check the calendar for updates.
Source: PTO Google Calendar
Nov 10
PTO meeting
November PTO meeting
The next PTO meeting is listed for Tuesday, November 10. Check the PTO calendar for the current start time and meeting details.
Source: PTO Google Calendar
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Oct 2
School recognition
Custodian's Day
Central recognizes its custodial team on Friday, October 2.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
Oct 2
Kindergarten
Field trip to Gull Meadows
Central's kindergarten field trip to Gull Meadows is scheduled for Friday, October 2. Kindergarten families should follow classroom communications for trip details.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
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Nov 10
PTO meeting
November PTO meeting
The next PTO meeting is listed for Tuesday, November 10. Check the PTO calendar for the current start time and meeting details.
Source: PTO Google Calendar
Nov 9–13
School event
Book Fair
The PTO calendar lists the Book Fair for November 9–13. Daily hours have not yet been confirmed; check the calendar for updates.
Source: PTO Google Calendar
Nov 2
School schedule
No school
There is no school on Monday, November 2. Confirm any schedule changes with the official school calendar.
Source: PTO Google Calendar + PPS calendar
Oct 30
Family event
Trunk or Treat
Trunk-or-Treat is Friday, October 30, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Families can reserve a decorated trunk or sign up to help with parking and candy.
Source: PTO Google Calendar + Linktree signups
Oct 30
School schedule
Half day
Friday, October 30 is a half day for students.
Source: PTO newsletter calendar
Oct 29
School event
Picture Retakes
Central Elementary picture retakes are scheduled for Thursday, October 29.
Source: PTO newsletter calendar
Oct 13 · 6:00 p.m.
PTO meeting
October PTO meeting
Join the October PTO meeting in person or online at 6:00 p.m.
Source: PTO newsletter
Oct 12
Stampede deadline
Return cash or check donations
Return cash or checks in the student's Stampede envelope by October 12. Checks should be payable to Portage Central Elementary PTO.
Source: PTO newsletter
ClosedOct 9
PTO event
Central Stampede
Central's largest PTO fundraiser returns at McCamley–Knight Field with a $20,000 schoolwide goal, grade-level run times and volunteer roles throughout the day.
Source: PTO newsletter
Oct 5–9
Stampede spirit week
Central Stampede Spirit Days
Comfy Day Monday, Color Wars Tuesday, Crazy Hair or Socks Wednesday, Sports Day Thursday, and Blue and Yellow Day Friday.
Source: PTO newsletter
Oct 2
Kindergarten
Field trip to Gull Meadows
Central's kindergarten field trip to Gull Meadows is scheduled for Friday, October 2. Kindergarten families should follow classroom communications for trip details.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
Oct 2
School recognition
Custodian's Day
Central recognizes its custodial team on Friday, October 2.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
Oct 1
School service
Mobile Dentist
The Mobile Dentist is scheduled to visit Central Elementary on Thursday, October 1. Follow school communications for participation details.
Source: PTO newsletter calendar
Sep 25
School schedule
Half day
Friday, September 25 is a half day for all students, with dismissal at noon.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes + PPS calendar
Sep 24
Dine-out fundraiser
Noodles & Company Dine Out
Dine at Noodles & Company, 6150 S. Westnedge Ave., from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. The restaurant will donate 20% of participating sales.
Source: PTO newsletter
Sep 20
For families who moved
Submit updated proof of residency
Families who moved within the last year should email the school an updated proof-of-residency document by September 20 and include the student's name.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
ClosedSep 17
School event
Picture Day
Central Elementary's school Picture Day is Thursday, September 17.
Source: PTO Google Calendar + Mustang Family Minutes
Sep 16
Family deadline
Request free student shoes
The First Day Shoe Fund provides new athletic shoes at no cost to Kalamazoo County public elementary students. Online orders close September 16.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
ClosedSep 15
PTO meeting
Join the September PTO meeting
The first meeting of the year begins at 4:00 p.m. at Central Elementary, with an in-person or virtual option.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
Sep 8-18
School reminder
Fall testing window
Central's fall testing window runs September 8-18. Families can help students by keeping routines steady and arriving at school on time.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
Sep 4–7
Labor Day recess
No school
Schools are closed Friday and Monday for Labor Day recess. Classes resume Tuesday, September 8.
Source: PPS calendar + Mustang Family Minutes
Sep 1
School schedule
First full day of school
Full-day hours are 8:35 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. The first bell rings at 8:30 a.m., and outdoor staff supervision begins at 8:25 a.m.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
Aug 31
First day of school
Half day for Y5–5th grade
The first bell is at 8:30 a.m., the second bell is at 8:35 a.m., and dismissal is at noon.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes
Aug 26
Central Elementary
Open House
Open House was held from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. so families could meet the school team, visit classrooms and prepare for the new year.
Source: Mustang Family Minutes + PTO calendar