Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Monday, November 23, 2009
Holiday Gift Card Reminder
To all King Families,
The PTO gift card fund raiser through Great Lakes Scrip program is going on right now. The response has been very low, and this is a reminder to locate that GREEN flyer that was in your child's backpack and make some time to order your gift cards.
We will purchase gift cards from any business that donates 4% or more toward King School. Some ideas...Mainstreet Ventures 12% (did you say Gratzi anyone?), Borders 9%, I-tunes 5%, Starbucks 7%, Olga's Kitchen 8%, Showcase Cinema 9%, Speedway Gas 4%, Applebee's 10%, Blockbuster 7%...much more!
Use these cards for your holiday gift giving or stock up on places that you frequent throughout the year. The process is easy...
The PTO gift card fund raiser through Great Lakes Scrip program is going on right now. The response has been very low, and this is a reminder to locate that GREEN flyer that was in your child's backpack and make some time to order your gift cards.
We will purchase gift cards from any business that donates 4% or more toward King School. Some ideas...Mainstreet Ventures 12% (did you say Gratzi anyone?), Borders 9%, I-tunes 5%, Starbucks 7%, Olga's Kitchen 8%, Showcase Cinema 9%, Speedway Gas 4%, Applebee's 10%, Blockbuster 7%...much more!
Use these cards for your holiday gift giving or stock up on places that you frequent throughout the year. The process is easy...
1.) FInd your flyer and check the cards you want. www.glscrip.com has a complete list.
2.) Send in order form and check to King PTO by Wed, Decembe 2nd
3.) Cards get back to you within 10-14 days.
This fund raiser is simple and can save you time! Locate that Green order form and think "Green" for King school.
Questions? Please contact Alena Stocking alena.stocking@gmail.com
Saturday, November 21, 2009
OSU Sign Culprit Comes Clean!
While most voters believed Mr. Harris was behind the UGLY OSU sign in the school parking lot, the truth is Mrs. Brodkey was the real culprit!
Thanks to everyone who sends her emails that say "Go Blue Beat OSU!"
Also thanks to everyone who played along with this fun, especially Tim, Austin, and Max. I knew these nice boys wouldn't put that sign up because they use the Lifelong Guidelines and Lifeskills!
Friday, November 20, 2009
ADHD Presentation - Huron, 12/7 @ 8PM
On December 7, 2010, the Huron PTSO will feature the rescheduled talk by Dr. Seth Warschausky on "Attention, Organization, and AD/HD." This presentation will take place from 8 – 9 pm in the Huron High School Media Center, 2727 Fuller Rd., Ann Arbor, MI. (PTSO meetings begin at 7 pm but featured speakers come later in the program.) All are welcome to attend; for more information, contact Michelle Machiele, Co-President, 2xmichelle@sbcglobal.net .
POLL: Who Put The Ohio State Sign In The King School School Parking Lot?
Today when I arrived at King School, I was greeted with the following in the parking lot:
When this type of thing happens at school, it is obviously VERY concerning . . . and it quickly sets in motion an investigation to find out who is responsible. Putting up Ohio State University signs in or around school is NEVER acceptable!
A series of quick observations this morning found several possible perpetrators for the misplaced signage. Here they are (listed below):
1. Tim Kohn, a typically mild-mannered student, showed up to school today sporting the wrong colors.
2. Mr. Harris, who usually wears blue and yellow on Fridays, came wearing the shirt below. He claimed to have forgotten "The Game" was to be played on Saturday. I'm not sure though . . .
3. Austin Wang was trying to hide his scarlet and gray by wearing a green afro, but colors like that can't hide for long. In Ann Arbor, they stick out like trash in a garden.
4. Mrs. Brodkey and Max came to school decked out in "those" colors. What's nice about Max is that he tries to balance his OSU colors with his Dad's Michigan colors. Keep working on him, Dad!
The question of the day:
When this type of thing happens at school, it is obviously VERY concerning . . . and it quickly sets in motion an investigation to find out who is responsible. Putting up Ohio State University signs in or around school is NEVER acceptable!A series of quick observations this morning found several possible perpetrators for the misplaced signage. Here they are (listed below):
1. Tim Kohn, a typically mild-mannered student, showed up to school today sporting the wrong colors.
2. Mr. Harris, who usually wears blue and yellow on Fridays, came wearing the shirt below. He claimed to have forgotten "The Game" was to be played on Saturday. I'm not sure though . . .
3. Austin Wang was trying to hide his scarlet and gray by wearing a green afro, but colors like that can't hide for long. In Ann Arbor, they stick out like trash in a garden.
4. Mrs. Brodkey and Max came to school decked out in "those" colors. What's nice about Max is that he tries to balance his OSU colors with his Dad's Michigan colors. Keep working on him, Dad!
The question of the day:
King Composting Request
Attention Parents: Do you like to compost? WE DO! Are you interesting in continuing our composting program at King school during the winter months? WE ARE! If you answered yes to either one of those questions, we need your help!
The King School Composting Team is in need of parent volunteers willing to take our winter compost to the local city drop off site.
The City of Ann Arbor does not come and pick up compost during the months of December through March. We are looking for parents to come Tuesdays and Fridays for pick up and drop off. Our goal is to have winterized composting onsite by the 2010/2011 school year, but until then we need to take it to our local center. If you are interested in helping, please contact Ms. Shah at shahn@aaps.k12.mi.us or give her a call at (734) 994-1940. Thank you for your support.
The King School Composting Team is in need of parent volunteers willing to take our winter compost to the local city drop off site.
The City of Ann Arbor does not come and pick up compost during the months of December through March. We are looking for parents to come Tuesdays and Fridays for pick up and drop off. Our goal is to have winterized composting onsite by the 2010/2011 school year, but until then we need to take it to our local center. If you are interested in helping, please contact Ms. Shah at shahn@aaps.k12.mi.us or give her a call at (734) 994-1940. Thank you for your support.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Thanksgiving - Thanks For Your Support
Earlier this school year, Rachel Sabb, the PTO Community Action chair, wrote to families asking for Thanksgiving donations for needy families in our community. Later, many teachers followed up with emails. The result of all of this wonderful effort is that turkeys and grocery gift cards are being provided for needy families in our community! In fact, we actually collected more than was needed for the gift cards. The "extra" will be used to support additional community action projects including the upcoming snowman gifts in December.
Thank you, King Community (families as well as King teachers and staff), for your giving especially in these toughest of times! It means so much to those who receive, and it will certainly help make their Thanksgiving better.
Thank you, King Community (families as well as King teachers and staff), for your giving especially in these toughest of times! It means so much to those who receive, and it will certainly help make their Thanksgiving better.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Norway Visits MLK School Website
Our most recent international visitor to the King School website lives in Norway!
god dag, velkommen (hello, welcome in Norwegian)
While on the MLK School website, the visitor spent 2 minutes, 15 seconds looking around the site, and they visited 3 pages!
I hope all parents are finding the MLK school website useful and informative.
god dag, velkommen (hello, welcome in Norwegian)
While on the MLK School website, the visitor spent 2 minutes, 15 seconds looking around the site, and they visited 3 pages!
I hope all parents are finding the MLK school website useful and informative.
Understanding the AAPS Report Card
Last night at the King PTO meeting, Mr. Karr made a presentation entitled "Understanding The AAPS Report Card." While we can't enjoy the fruitful discussion from last night again, the presentation itself might be interesting to those who weren't able to attend. If you have questions about your child's specific report card, please contact their teacher.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Adult ESL Conversation Groups
ESL Conversation Groups
Washtenaw Literacy's ESL groups focus mainly on speaking and listening skills for adults in an informal, relaxed setting. Learn new vocabulary, meet new friends, practice pronunciation, and improve your conversation skills. TOEFL preparation is also available. There's a group that meets at the Ann Arbor District Library's Pittsfield Branch, 2359 Oak Valley Drive on Mondays from 1:00-2:30 pm and a group on Fridays at the Mallett's Creek Branch at the same time, 1:00-2:30 pm. Here's their website for more information about groups and tutoring. http://washtenawliteracy.org/
Washtenaw Literacy's ESL groups focus mainly on speaking and listening skills for adults in an informal, relaxed setting. Learn new vocabulary, meet new friends, practice pronunciation, and improve your conversation skills. TOEFL preparation is also available. There's a group that meets at the Ann Arbor District Library's Pittsfield Branch, 2359 Oak Valley Drive on Mondays from 1:00-2:30 pm and a group on Fridays at the Mallett's Creek Branch at the same time, 1:00-2:30 pm. Here's their website for more information about groups and tutoring. http://washtenawliteracy.org/
Homework Help From Ann Arbor District Library
Drop-In Homework Help
AADL partners with the University of Michigan's Circle K chapter to provide free homework help for school-aged children and teenagers. College student volunteers are available on Wednesdays, 4:00-8:00 PM, in the Downtown Youth Story Corner for drop-in homework help.
King School Community Action - Fall 2009
Hello King families,
I am emailing you this note as Chair of the Community Action program at King School. For several years, families at King School have provided a Thanksgiving meal to needy families in our small community. This year the hope is to again provide a turkey and grocery gift card to these families. Support for this program is facilitated, but not funded, by the King PTO. Instead, it is funded by private donations from families whose children attend King School.
If you would like to make a donation to the Thanksgiving Meal fund, a check can be written in any amount payable to "King PTO" with "Thanksgiving" on the memo line. You may either place your donation in the King PTO mailbox in the school office or give it to your child's teacher (please put it in an envelope & write "King PTO" on the outside of the envelope). All donated funds will be used solely for the Thanksgiving meals.
The Community Action program at King school oversees the recent UNICEF fundraiser, the upcoming Holiday Snowflake Gift Giving program, and the winter coat and boot drive.
Sincerely,
Rachel Sabb
Community Action Chair at King School
rsabb@hotmail.com
I am emailing you this note as Chair of the Community Action program at King School. For several years, families at King School have provided a Thanksgiving meal to needy families in our small community. This year the hope is to again provide a turkey and grocery gift card to these families. Support for this program is facilitated, but not funded, by the King PTO. Instead, it is funded by private donations from families whose children attend King School.
If you would like to make a donation to the Thanksgiving Meal fund, a check can be written in any amount payable to "King PTO" with "Thanksgiving" on the memo line. You may either place your donation in the King PTO mailbox in the school office or give it to your child's teacher (please put it in an envelope & write "King PTO" on the outside of the envelope). All donated funds will be used solely for the Thanksgiving meals.
The Community Action program at King school oversees the recent UNICEF fundraiser, the upcoming Holiday Snowflake Gift Giving program, and the winter coat and boot drive.
Sincerely,
Rachel Sabb
Community Action Chair at King School
rsabb@hotmail.com
Sally Foster Ready for Pick Up on Friday, November 13
The Sally Foster shipment is in and orders will be available for pick up after school on Friday until 6:00pm. As a last resort, and at your own risk, I can send your items home with your child. Keep in mind that the packaging is bulky and it's best if parents pick up the orders, especially if your child takes the bus. Thank you for supporting King School Space Camp. If you have questions, please contactLauraBoudette@yahoo.com
King School's Borders Book Fair 12/4, 5, and 6!
Submitted by: Sandy Aldrich
Come shop, listen to stories read by King School teachers and have a cup of coffee at the King School Borders Book Fair at the Arborland Borders on Friday December 4 through Sunday December 6 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
The King School PTO will receive 20% of your pre-tax purchases when a voucher is given to the cashier during the event! Vouchers will be sent home before Thanksgiving Break in Friday Folders and passed out with library books during the week of the Book Fair. King School parents will be wrapping presents on Friday December 4 from 10am - 10pm and on Saturday December 5 from 6pm - 10pm. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Editor's note: please see corrected date here. Last week's enotes had an incorrect date - sorry!
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