Bobcat Broadcast

I hope everyone had a relaxing Thanksgiving break and you had time to rest and rejuvenate with your family. It is so hard to believe that it is December! We are one-third of the way through our school year. As I reflect on this year thus far, I am amazed by the amount of learning that has taken place.

As we navigate through this year, we will continue to support our students academically while also focusing on their social-emotional well-being. We believe that students are more likely to succeed when they feel safe, accepted, and included. At Amerman we are investing the time needed to build trusting relationships and learn more about the needs of each student as an individual. Once we understand what motivates them and the challenges they may be facing, we can properly equip them with the support and resources they need to grow and learn.

We have exceptional students, staff, and families. I am humbled to be a part of this journey with all of you. I know that we will do whatever it takes to lift each other up and support every success along the way. Thank you for your continued trust and partnership.

Stay well,

Devon Caudill

December 3 - PTA Restaurant Night at MOD Pizza

December 4 - 15 - Toys for Tots Toy Drive

December 7 - Credit Union Deposit Day

December 8 - 10 - Holiday Drive Thru Scavenger Hunt

December 11 - Fourth Grade Trip to Lansing

December 12 - Amerman Board of Education Meeting

December 21 - Second Grade to Genitti's

December 23 - January 7 - Winter Break

January 11 - Credit Union Deposit Day

January 12 - PTA Meeting - Media Center

The newsletter for kids, by kids is back. The idea that came about during the pandemic is back for a 5th year! We are so proud of our students tenacity and leadership to keep this tradition going for another year. Please enjoy the 9th issue of the 2023-2024 school-year.

• Volume 5 - Issue 9 (NEW)
  
Volume 5 - Issue 8

• Volume 5 - Issue 7
  
• Volume 5 - Issue 6
  
• Volume 5 - Issue 5
  
• Volume 5 - Issue 4
  
• Volume 5 - Issue 3
  
• Volume 5 - Issue 2
  
• Volume 5 - Issue 1

For the first time in a looooong time, we had an in-person ROAR Assembly and it was sooooo much fun! We sang, we danced and we celebrated student leadership and positivity. Check out the video below of our winners and some of our dance moves!

We also went over our new school-wide goal. Ask your Bobcat what we are working on as a school. Here's a hint - it has to do with our recess to lunch transition and how our Bobcats should be during this transition.

Hello! My name is Julie Redwine and I would like to introduce myself as the new School Social Worker for Amerman Elementary! I am a graduate of Michigan State University as well as Wayne State University. I am a 15 year resident of Northville and am married with 4 children, 2 who have graduated from Northville Public Schools and 2 currently in Northville High School. I am passionate about working with children and am so very excited to begin my new journey at Amerman! I look forward to meeting you!

Get ready for an educational adventure as Northville Public Schools introduces a Young 5's Program, launching in Fall 2024! Geared towards ensuring kindergarten readiness for our little learners, this tuition-free program is designed to boost academic, social, language, and fine motor skills. It will be a five-day-a-week program that serves as a bridge between preschool and typical kindergarten. These classrooms will be for students born between July 1, 2019-December 1, 2019.

Enrollment for our new Young 5's Program will open January 2024. We have posted several helpful documents on our Young 5's website including Frequently Asked Questions, Early Learners Program Comparison, and Kindergarten Readiness.

Please complete our Interest Survey if you would like to receive additional information in the spring and instructions for enrollment.

We are learning more about various cultures and differences that may exist among people.If you would like to help educate our Bobcats about your culture or differences, please complete the attached slide and email to winneje@northvilleschools.org. This information will be shared throughout the year once a week in our daily announcements and may be featured on our lobby monitor. This will help our students learn about cultures around the world and accept differences.

Click here to access a copy of the slide.

Please include:

1. Your child's name/culture
2. Photos or graphics
3. Brief explanation of photo/culture/difference

This funding is designated for activities, services, or products necessary to improve or maintain the mental health of students and staff and/or improve student safety.

We are seeking input and feedback from district stakeholder groups, including students, parents and staff members, as we begin to develop a plan for the most appropriate use of the funds to support the mental health and safety needs of students, within the parameters of the grant.

Your input is valued greatly and we hope you take a few minutes and participate in this brief survey. We look forward to learning about your thoughts, ideas and priorities for use of these funds to support mental health and improve student safety.

Questions or comments may be directed to nps@northvilleschools.org.

Northville Tweens and Teens - Want to learn how to budget money from a job or allowance? Saving up for something special? Learn how to create a money plan and budget at our Wellness Wednesday program on Dec. 6th. Community Financial Credit Union will be leading this program called "The 20 Skittle Game" - how would you budget on a salary of 20 skittles? Join us for a fun and interactive program with some great money tips! See flyer for more details. Registration required: bit.ly/nynwellnesswednesday23-24 .

The moms of Winchester Elementary are throwing their 2nd annual Mom Prom! It’s a ladies night out for charity in which women wear their old prom gowns, bridesmaids dresses, or formals and dance the night away for a worthy cause. Grab some friends, gather your gowns, put on a dress (old or new!) and join in for a fun night of fundraising. Northville Youth Network is thrilled to be the recipient of this year’s proceeds that will support programs and services for Northville children and families. See the flyer for more information and/or email northvillemomprom@gmail.com.

Both Mrs. Charboneau and Mrs. Tiba were the winners of the Thank a Staff, Super Sub! They will both get a half day off where someone from Central Office will cover their classroom! If you would like to Thank a Staff or nominate someone for an ABCD award, please see the information below!

On our half day, the top two fundraisers for the Fun Run got to tape Mrs. Caudill to the wall - it was so much fun and the kids had a great time. All 550+ students enjoyed a popcorn party with popcorn popped by our PTA Board and many Room Parents. They earned this party by reaching the stretch fundraising goal, and they got to enjoy a livestream of Mrs. Caudill getting taped! Ms. Borchard & Mrs. Morse's classes also enjoyed their pizza parties that they earned for being the top fundraising classrooms! Great job, Bobcats!!

Back by popular demand, our Holiday Drive Thru Scavenger Hunt is back! Look for items that don't quite fit in at the decorated houses.

The map of participating houses and scavenger hunt items will be in the Bobcat Broadcast and the PTA facebook group next week!

We currently do not have any volunteers for Game Night on January 11 - if we do not get anyone to volunteer to run this, we will have to cancel.

If you are interested in helping with this or any other event, sign up for the Social Events Committee at www.AmermanPTA.com.

The PTA & Amerman staff worked together to complete a full digital directory of all Amerman families (minus those who opted out). Our hope is that this will make it easier to contact families for parties, play dates, and any communication needed with classmates. This is an exclusive PTA perk - all families are included in the directory regardless of PTA involvement, but ONLY PTA members have access to the directory!

Contact Board@amermanpta.com

Connect with Bobcat families & stay up to date in our facebook group. Open to all Amerman families: https://www.facebook.com/groups/amermanpta

Sign up to become a PTA member, purchase spiritwear, or sign up for a Birthday Cafe lunch at AmermanPTA.com.

It’s the start of the school year and time to start sending in pictures for the yearbook! Do you have a picture of you student in the community? Please email your yearbook pics to amermanyearbookpics@gmail.com

Please include which teacher your students have so we can organize them easier!

NYN Wellness Wednesday's are back! Check out our Fall Preview, along with our October programs and register today: bit.ly/nynwellnesswednesday23-24 . These programs support the physical, social, mental and emotional needs of students in our community. See flyers for more details!

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.

• Order Online at Nutrislice

• Download the App (Apple Store)

• Download the App (Google Play)

What this means: Focus on what is important, schedule the important things first. Don’t be a dreamer - stay focused!

“I spend my time on things that are most important.”

“I say no to things I know I should not do.”

“I set priorities, make a schedule, and follow my plan.”

“I am disciplined and organized.”

How can I do this in my life?

1. Do your homework as soon as you come home from school.

2. Do something you have been putting off for a long time.

3. Think about your most important responsibilities. Do them first.

Great Books for Habit #3- Put First Things First

The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle

Pokey and the Spelling Test by Sean Covey

How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss

Whistle for Willie by Ezra Jack Keats

Froggy Gets Dressed by Jonathan London

The Little Red Hen by Paul Galdone

A few weeks ago we had an amazing night that highlighted many of the amazing cultures at Amerman. There was dancing, singing, instrumental performances, laughing, learning and food. This night has quickly became a favorite night for many! Please enjoy the video compilation of this night. We apologize for the video quality, we wish it was better!

Aspire! Achieve! Amaze!

Email: caudillde@northvilleschools.org
Website: amerman.northvilleschools.org
Phone: 248-465-2100
Twitter: @amermannv