Book Fair Diner ... All You Can Read!

The King School Book Fairs (Scholastic & Used) are coming...March 18 & March 19. But before we can serve up our scrumptious menu to our amazing kids at King, we need lots of prep help!

Please donate all those books, DVDs, CDs, Video and Computer games collecting dust on your shelves and drawers. Book and media collection will begin Tuesday, March 9th and go through Wednesday, March 17th. They can be dropped off in your child's classrooms or in the boxes by the school office or front entrance. If you have large quantities to donate, please email me (syaldrich@gmail.com) and we can make arrangements for pick up.

Each student will receive 2 coupons to allow them to select 2 paperback children's books at the used book fair. Students can make "All You Can Read!" posters or write book reviews to earn additional coupons. A flyer with additional details will be sent home on February 19 in the Friday Folders. Posters will be due by March 5th and Book Reviews by March 12th.

The Used Book Fair team is also looking for volunteers to help build boxes (3/5 3 - 4:30pm), collect and sort used books (3/9 - 3/17 9-10:30am) and set up (3/17 1-3pm). Please click here to sign up.

Thank you for your support!

Used Book Fair Team

No School - 2/10/2010

There will be no school on 2/10/2010 due to the weather.

Stay warm!

King Students Win State Chess Title

On February 6, King's K-5 chess team of Shangbo Liao, Ryan Li, Joy
Chen, and Andrew Alson won the state title with a perfect 5-0 score.
Our K-3 team of Aayush Unadkat, Jonathan Zou, Vallan Roan, and Anthony
Liao scored 4-1 and was the state co-champion (with Logan) despite
being the ninth ranked team at the start of the tournament. A second
K-5 team of Christopher Zou, Taka Fetters, Kobie Mueller, and Gavin
McGuckin also did well. Eight of the players also won individual
medals. Over the last three years, King has been the top chess
elementary school in the state, winning the K-5 title outright all
three years, and being K-3 co-champions twice, and finishing in second
the third time. Ray Garrison, long-time chess teacher at King and
other local schools, has coached all of these teams. Please
congratulate all of these kids on their hard work!

After-School Activities Cancelled - 2/9/10

All AAPS after-school activities including athletics, K Round Ups, PTO meetings, and Rec & Ed activities are cancelled for this afternoon and evening.

No decision has been made yet about tomorrow. If the district is closed we will be sending a message to parents via the SchoolMessenger system as well as all the usual media outlets.

PHOTO: Mrs. Gatonez's Class Recently Posted Their How To Writing In The Hallway - NICE JOB!

King Elementary School International Night, 2.4.10 - a set on Flickr

Click the link below to see photos from the 2010 King School
International Night

http://www.flickr.com/photos/36693965@N04/sets/72157623229799147/

2010-11 Enrollment Survey

Please watch for the 2010-11 Enrollment Survey in student backpacks on
Monday, February 8. Please fill out the enrollment survey and return
the paper portion of the survey to school by Wednesday, February 17.
Thank you.

King International Night Thanks!

hello everyone!

 

Thanks for all your help making king intl night a great success. We could not have done it without you. Thanks to all the performers, teachers, parents, friends, families for all your hard work putting together such a wonderful program! Special thanks to all our King School teachers and staff for supporting this great event. And thanks to everyone who just jumped in at the end and did what needed to be done.

 

Special thanks to Queen of the Feast Lisa Kohn; Music Maestro Mrs. Vanek; Music Tech Mr. Vanek; Tech Team Leader Wulue Zhao; Security and Parking Czar Carl and Linda Ryan; Stage Managers Sujata Shetty, Wayne Millette, Kirti Karia; Display Divas: Padma Anupindi and Sandra Wong; Red Envelope Team Daphne Lin, Jen Wang, Eileen Rich, Sharat Shetty, Hao Hao and Niu Niu Wang Pontius, Clague Alumni; Photographers Mauricio Moeller, Thomas Kanjirath, Margot Wang Pontius; Stage Decoration Meghna Chauhan and Hao Hao Wang Pontius; Bagels and Bananas Laura Boudette; Principal Karr, Mrs. Greene, Ms. Basta, Mrs. Jarjoura, Greg Harris, Cliff Williams, King Care, King PTO, and YOU!!

 

We had about 325-350 students in 23 performances on and off stage in 90 minutes and about 800 people for dinner. Michigan State Representative Pam Byrnes came by to check us out, as well as AnnArbor.com. Look for our photos in AnnArbor.com. Many alums from Clague and Greenhills came back to visit as well--it says something that International Night is cool enough for teenagers to want to come back for.

 

First round of photos are out:

 

International Night I

http://gallery.me.com/moellerluzio/100506

Username: kingschool

Password: king

 

International Night Part II

http://gallery.me.com/moellerluzio/100513

Username: kingschool

Password: king

 

Please email raphaela.luzio@gmail.com if you have photos to add to the collection!

 

We are still taking DVD orders. Please checks out to King PTO for $12 and put in PTO box in office with this form:

 

I would like to purchase a 2010 King School International Night DVD set for $12!

Parent's Name

Child's Name (s)

Child's Teacher

Phone (s)

Email (print!)

Quantity

x $12 each set (check made out to King PTO)

Total amt enclosed   $

 

Thanks again everyone for a great night. Let's do it again next year!

 

–Frances Kai-Hwa Wang, King International Night Chair

Last International Night Update

King School International Night
Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010, 6:30-8:30 pm
Sharing Cultures. Creating Bridges.

Enjoy an international potluck of amazing foods from around the world and Ann Arbor! Take a tour around the world by strolling through King School’s hallways. Watch our King School students come together to celebrate our diversity by performing Israeli Folkdance, Palestinian debka dance, Chinese Kung Fu, Japanese dance, Bolivian dance, African American Gospel Music, Tibetan dances, Korean Tae Kwon Do, American Hip-Hop, Irish dance, Indian classical Bharatha Natyam dance, Irish songs, Virginia Reel, Chinese Yo-Yo, more!

Schedule:
6:30-7:30 International Potluck (don’t be late!)
7:00-8:30 Student Performances (Performances will be simulcast into the gym.)

Please bring a dish to pass (enough to feed 18 people!)
With serving utensil
Without nuts or peanuts please!
Label with name of dish, country of origin, and ingredients

Please dress in heritage clothing

Please do not park in the circle drive.

Parents are responsible for their own children at all times. Please do not let them run wild in the hallways.

All performers should try to eat something before they come to school.

We will be taking orders for DVDs of the performance that night. Please bring your checkbook.

Please Plan Ahead to stave off grumpiness.

To volunteer to help, go to http://www.doodle.com/trvnxu4cp69msh94

Up to the minute information at www.kinginternationalnight.blogspot.com.
Frances Kai-Hwa Wang
King School International Night Ch

International Night Procedures

Dear MLK Families,

The PTO's Annual International Night will begin at 6:30 on February 5! This is one of the premier events each year at MLK. I hope to see you there! Because this event is typically attended by over 800 people, it is important to review the following information:

1. Evening activities at King are family events. Parents and guardians are responsible for the close supervision of their children. Children cannot attend without a supervising adult.
2. Be aware of the evening safety procedures at MLK--including NO PARKING IN FRONT OF THE BUILDING.


Parking
Due to the limited availability of parking at King, parents should plan to park in the neighborhood during all evening events at King.
There is NO PARKING in front of the school, by the fire hydrant, or on the left-hand side of the front circular drive.

Reason: The front drive is a fire lane and must be kept accessible for emergency vehicles. The fire hydrant area must also be kept clear.

Drop Off/Pick Up
The front entrance will be available for drop off and pick up ONLY. AT NO TIME SHOULD PARKING OCCUR IN FRONT OF THE SCHOOL.

Emergency Exits

Below is a map of the school with the arrows indicating emergency exits. Before you come to an evening event at King, please consider designating a place outside the building for your family to meet in the event that the building needs to be evacuated.

Front Entrance

If you have any questions, please call the school office. We'll be happy to help.

Sincerely,
Kevin Karr
Principal
MLK School

NAAPID - Parents Invited To School on Monday, February 8!

Dear MLK School Parents,

All parents are invited to be a part of King's plans as we observe National African American Parent Involvement Day (NAAPID) on Monday, February 8, 2010.

What is NAAPID?

NAAPID - "Take Your Child to School/Visit Your Child in School" Day

NAAPID is a national call to action to get all parents, but particularly those of African American children, more involved in the education of their children. It is expected that this national observation will open up dialogue among teachers, parents, and students, which will lead to a more conducive learning environment for all students.

What happens at NAAPID?

Parents are invited to be a part of the school day at King. This includes being a part of your child's classes—even the noon hour. You might want to bring a sack lunch and be a part of the excitement! Also, the King staff will set up a hospitality table for parents in the teacher's lounge. Please stop by and enjoy the treats!

Sincerely,

Kevin Karr and the King School NAAPID Committee

King International Night - Schedule! Can't Wait To See You There

Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010, 6:30-8:30 pm
Sharing Cultures. Creating Bridges.

Enjoy an international potluck of amazing foods from around the world and Ann Arbor! Take a tour around the world by strolling through King School's hallways. Watch our King School students come together to celebrate our diversity by performing Israeli Folkdance, Palestinian debka dance, Chinese Kung Fu, Japanese dance, Bolivian dance, African American Gospel Music, Tibetan dances, Korean Tae Kwon Do, American Hip-Hop, Irish dance, Indian classical Bharatha Natyam dance, Irish songs, Virginia Reel, Chinese Yo-Yo, more!

Schedule:
6:30-7:30 International Potluck (don't be late!)
7:00-8:30 Student Performances (Performances will be simulcast into the gym.)

Please bring a dish to pass (enough to feed 18 people!)
With serving utensil
Without nuts or peanuts please!
Label with name of dish, country of origin, and ingredients

Please dress in heritage clothing

 

Do not be late and be prepared for parking difficulties (one year the Superintendent had to park over a mile away on Erhardt Road!). Please do not park in the circle drive.

 

Please make sure everyone is well rested and well fed. Plan ahead to stave off grumpiness!

 

Parents are responsible for their own children at all times. Please do not let them run wild in the hallways.

 

All performers should try to eat something before they come to school and come a little bit early.

 

Parents should take some time to admire the wonderful art and projects posted on the walls around the school.

 

We will be taking orders for DVDs of the performance that night. Please bring your checkbook.

 

Don't forget to charge your camera/camcorder and clear your memory cards! This is going to be fun!

Up to the minute information atwww.kinginternationalnight.blogspot.com .

Frances Kai-Hwa Wang
King School International Night Chair

Sponsored by the King PTO

AAPSNews!

The Feb. 1 edition of the AAPSNews district newsletter is available online.
In this edition:
• Clague Middle School pals ACT-UP for friendship, mentoring
• King parents return to the classroom for Literacy Night
• Superintendent Todd Roberts thanks community, shares 2010-11 budget
timetable.
• Budget concerns make Educational Foundation more important.
• Students gain inspiration for big Forsythe Science Fair.
• Rec & Ed moving to Pioneer wing this week.
• School Bells: A series of briefs about The Ann Arbor Public Schools.

Visit http://news.a2schools.org to view new stories and photos. (The site
may also be accessed through a link on the main school district Web page.)