
Bobcat Broadcast
September 8, 2023
A Message from Mrs. Caudill
It was really the most amazing first week of school. This has been the best start to the school-year in I can't tell you how long. We laughed, we learned, we developed a community - we experienced joy. Thank you for sharing your children with us this week.
As much fun as they had this week, I am sure they will be tired (I know I am). Please take some time to rest this weekend. We have five days of fun waiting for us next week.
Stay well,
Devon Caudill
Mark Your Calendars
September 14 - First Dads Club Meeting of the Year - N. Center Brewing 8:00pm
September 15 - T-Shirt Design Entries Due
September 22 - Victorian Festival
September 22 - PTA Skate Night at Bonaventure
October 3 - Picture Day
October 12 - Credit Union Day
October 20 - PTA Sponsored Trunk or Treat
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Popsicles on the playground
The hot and sticky weather did not stop the success of our PTA's Popsicles on Labor Day Monday. This event gave our families a chance to connect, kids to play and to get excited about the upcoming school year.
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First Dads Club Meeting of the Year
Attention all Dads, Grandpas, Uncles, etc! The first meeting of the Amerman Dads Club is this Thursday, September 14. The meeting will take place at 8:00pm at North Center Brewing Co. The Dads hope to see you there!
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The All School T-Shirt is Back! Calling all Amerman Artists!
Thanks to the generosity of Amerman’s PTA, there will once again be an all-school shirt. PTA will purchase a t-shirt for each student. Look for details about requesting a size in a future Broadcast.
Entries are due: Friday, September 15th
Completed entry forms can be turned in to the Star Box in the lobby of Amerman Elementary.
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Using the Loop (Car Drop-off)
For anyone who might be using the loop for the first time, here are a few tips to follow:
Be sure that your child/ren knows to meet you at the Loop.
Display your name card in an upright position until your child/ren are safely in your car. (We need to know your names to call for students and to help our rotating teachers get the right student to the right car.)
Display your name BOLDLY! (Whether cloudy or sunny, it is easier to read the name when it is BIG and BOLD)
Keep your car in park until your child/ren are safely in your car.
Stay in your car while the Loop is open. (Our teachers and staff need to stay focused on the vehicles and students. Please do not walk up to teachers and staff in the Loop. It is safer for you to go to the office for assistance.)
The dismissal loop will be closed at 3:55, if you have not entered the loop by 3:55 and the gym doors are closed you will have to come to the office to collect your child/ren.
We know the beginning of year adds to longer loop lines - we will be flexible in the loop closure the first week of school.
Here are a few other reminders to help us keep the loop moving:
- Form TWO lanes as you enter the parking lot, to keep cars off 8 Mile Rd.
- MERGE alternating lanes when you approach unloading/loading zone.
- Pull ALL THE WAY forward to the farthest available volunteer.
- Try to stay BUMPER TO BUMPER in the loop, don’t leave space between cars
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PTA News you can use!
The Amerman PTA provides student enrichment by funding and running social and academic events and activities, teacher grants, field trips, and in-school assemblies, and we would love to have you join us as a member and/or volunteer! Visit AmermanPTA.com for more information, to sign up, or to Invest In Your Child.
Our Birthday Cafe is OPEN! For a small donation, your Bobcat can enjoy lunch with up to three guests at a special birthday table. Only one Birthday Cafe is permitted per lunch period, so be sure to sign up soon on AmermanPTA.com. Please note, lunch is not included, but a small gift bag is! If you would like to participate in Birthday Cafe and are in need of financial assistance, please contact the front office.
Look for more information soon on our Fun Run fundraiser!
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Amerman's Birthday Book Club!!!!
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Cub Scout Bike Rodeo
Cub Scout Pack 755 is hosting their annual Bike Rodeo this coming Wednesday September 13th in the Amerman Parking Lot.
Bring your kiddo, their bike, and have a blast! REI will be on site doing bike checks, a member of our local police department giving a talk on bike safety and FREE Kona ice to boot!
Cub Scout leaders will be on hand to help answer questions for anyone interested in learning more about joining scouts. For more information on Cub Scout Pack 755, visit their website at https://pack755.org
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Academic Games
What it's Academic Games? Academic Games stimulates students to learn Math, English, and Social studies through fun games and competition.
PRACTICE SCHEDULE:
MINOR: (3rd and 4rd Grade) Wednesday 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm & Friday 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
ELEMENTARY: (5th & 6th Grade) Tuesday 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm & Friday 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Register Now! (on the google form bellow)
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NYN Community Event
Please join us for Kona & Community! Wednesday, September 20 from 4-5PM at Millennium Park. All NPS students are welcome - bring a friend, catch up and get a free Kona Ice! Visit www.northvilleyouthnetwork.org for more details!
NYN Youth Mental Health First Aid
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Suicide Prevention
We know September is a busy month but we wanted to take the time to highlight a few events as part of Suicide Prevention Month.
The first is a movie screening that is open to all parents in and outside of Northville Public Schools. The event will feature the movie "Death is Not the Answer" that was made by Keith Famie (a local filmmaker). We are fortunate to have Chuck Gaidica moderate this event which will also feature a panel that includes local agency representatives as well as Eric Hipple and Kevin Fischer. We will also have the following resource tables with mental health and suicide prevention specific information available:
- New Hope
- Color my World
- RESET
- Hegira
- NAMI
- IHA/Trinity
This is a FREE EVENT! You will see on the flyer a QR code to register but you can also use the link below. Registration is not required but appreciated!
Death is Not the Answer registration
Last year, a group of Northville Public Schools staff participated in the NAMI walk. This year the Suicide Prevention Coalition (which Northville Public Schools is a part of) has formed a team and would like all of the partner districts and our families to join. This is meant to show how we are all in this together no matter what your district boundaries are. The event is at Wayne State University on September 16th (Saturday)
630 Merrick St,
Detroit, MI 48202
Check-in at 8 am,
Walk time is 10 am -12:30 pm ET
There's no cost to walk with us, though donations to NAMI Michigan are certainly welcomed.
Use this link to register yourself and put Suicide Prevention Coalition in the team search box.
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Northville Cheer
Northville Cheer invites you to join us on Oct. 3rd and Oct. 4th for our annual Pink Out Youth Clinic. The clinic will be hosted at NHS from 5-7pm and run by our Northville High School cheerleaders. At the clinic, participants will learn to jump, stunt, tumble and cheer. Our clinic is open to all students grades K-8.
The cost of the clinic is $50, proceeds will be divided between the Northville Cheer program and our chosen charity, Pink Sisters. Attendees must register by Sept. 10th in order to receive a clinic shirt.
Clinic participants are invited to attend the Oct. 6th game and cheer alongside the NHS cheerleaders for the first quarter in their pink out shirts.
We look forward to cheering with you!
Registration: https://forms.gle/4SuFkqcZK2f7Z6Tg7"
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How to Order Breakfast and hot lunch for interested students - orders are due by 7:00AM
The Northville Public Schools provides a breakfast and hot lunch program for interested students.
Families must preorder breakfasts and lunches for preschools and elementary students. Orders must be in by 7am for all students for breakfast and lunch. The system will not allow you to order after the time listed above. For your convenience, meals can be preordered up to 30 days in advance. To avoid any issues, we recommend ordering the night before.
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Amerman Elementary
Email: caudillde@northvilleschools.org
Website: amerman.northvilleschools.org
Phone: 248-465-2100
Twitter: @amermannv