NOV 21-NOV 25

IMAGE OF THE WEEK:

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving!

ELLA WHITE FAMILY IN NEED

NOVEMBER SOAR WINNERS

YEARBOOK ORDERING INFORMATION

Link HERE

SCREENTIME

Evidence has shown that large quantities of screen time have negative effects on the mental development of children. This is something that was interesting to think about.

2022-2023 EVENTS:

Key Upcoming Events

  • Nov 21: Picture Re-Take

  • Dec 3: Bazaar at AHS (9am-3pm)

  • Dec 9: Holiday Music Concert (10am-2pm)

  • Dec 16: Popcorn Friday!

  • Dec 21: Pizza Night Fundraiser at Hungry Howie's

  • Dec 22-Jan 2: Winter Break (classes resume on January 3)

2022-2023 Events

POPCORN FRIDAY

NOTE: Date has been pushed back due to Bazaar and Christmas Concert

Every child gets one free bag of Popcorn, courtesy of the PTO

BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION

REMINDER: SEND YOUR STUDENTS TO SCHOOL WITH WARM CLOTHES

Temperatures are expected to drop into the mid-40s on Friday. It is important that students are prepared each day as the weather starts out very cold in the morning and often warms up in time for recess. Families are encouraged to monitor their children’s clothing selections to make sure they are appropriately dressed for chilly and/or cold weather.

SPIRIT WEAR ON SALE!

Our school store is now open from Omega Electric. They have added some new items for our school spirit wear store/fundraiser.


Here is the updated store link: Ella White Spirit Wear Store


THIS MONTH'S SOAR FOCUS: HALLWAY

Parents: Please review these expectations with your student(s).

THIS MONTH'S FOOD MENUS

Free lunch/breakfast for EVERY student has ended. Please fill out the Free/Reduced Lunch form HERE

Money can be put in your child's account HERE

Meal Charging Policy

The menu is subject to change due to supply shortages. We will keep you updated with substitutes.

Nov Lunch Menu

Nov Breakfast Menu

Elementary Breakfast 22 NOVEMBER.pdf
Ella White 22 NOVEMBER.pdf

DAILY SCHEDULE

8:23 a.m. - Doors open

8:33 a.m. - Instructional Time Begins (Tardy Bell)

11:15 a.m. - First lunch begins

11:40 a.m. - Second lunch begins

12:05 p.m. - Third lunch begins

12:30 p.m. - Fourth lunch begins

3:42 p.m. - Students Dismissed

*Lunch times are subject to change


11:45am: Half Day Dismissal Time


There is no adult supervision outside until 8:15 am



OK2SAY:

OK2SAY is the student safety program which allows students to confidentially report tips on potential harm or criminal activities directed at students, school employees, and schools. It uses a comprehensive communication system to facilitate tip sharing among students, parents, school personnel, community mental health service programs, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, and law enforcement officials about harmful behaviors that threaten to disrupt the learning environment.

https://www.michigan.gov/ok2say

ARRIVAL/DISMISSAL INFORMATION

NEW CROSSWALKS

Please use the new crosswalks when walking across the parking low during drop-off and pick-up

Drop Off

  • Please pull as far forward as you can in the line to the area in front of the Main Office; we are in the process of painting a crosswalk from that area

Pick Up

  • JK/K/1:

    • These students (and siblings) will be in the Cafeteria; parents are welcome to park and get them

    • YOU MAY ELECT TO GET INTO THE PICK-UP LINE IF YOU WISH

  • 2nd-5th:

    • Please get into the car rider line and we will call your students out

  • This procedure will add consistency when the weather is nice or when it is snowing

SYNERGY HELP?

Synergy is a great tool for keeping up with your student's attendance and academics. If you need help, please check out these helpful links.



SYNERGY RESOURCES HERE



ELLA WHITE PTO UPDATE

WE NEED HELP PLANNING UPCOMING EVENTS!

NEXT MEETING: NOV 14 AT 6PM

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

PTO WEBSITE HERE

PTO FACEBOOK PAGE HERE

EMAIL ellawto@gmail.com for more information

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR

Contact ellawpto@gmail.com for more information

NEW APS APP

Alpena Public schools has released a new app for the convenience of our families, staff and community. The Alpena Public Schools app is customizable so you can find the information you need and receive the notifications you choose.

You'll receive notifications from the school (e.g. snow days), and from the classes, teams, bus groups, (e.g. bus route delays/cancellations), parent groups, etc. that you subscribe to. Each school's calendar and lunch menus are also available on the app.

The app works wherever you go - on iPhone, iPad, Android phones and tablets. You can receive notifications on your Chromebook or using a computer's web browser. If you don't have a smartphone, sign up for text messages and/or email notifications at: https://alpenaschools.appazur.com.

Get started with the “Alpena Public Schools” App! Either search for “Alpena Public Schools” in the App Store, or use the Google Play or App Store links at: https://alpenaschools.appazur.com

ELLA WHITE CALENDAR