Sora – eBook Library

Over the past few weeks, students have been engaging in lessons to learn more about Sora, an eBook library resource for students. AAPS has put together an FAQ to support families in using Sora at home. You can find it HERE.

Science Olympiad

We have received an update from the Washtenaw Elementary Science Olympiad. They are transitioning this year's program to be fully virtual. This shift, understandably, comes with some sweeping changes in categories, structure and assessment as compared to past years. Please see below the bullet points on the new structure. In addition, we are in search of a head coach(es) for this season, which is required for our building to participate. The head coach duties are described below. If you are interested, please reach out to Mr. Hilton as soon as possible at hiltonm@aaps.k12.mi.us. The first coach meeting is Dec. 3rd. 

 

Science Olympiad 2021 Event Format:

• Events will be monthly from Jan-March.
• Events will be student self-directed and include a combination of hands-on activities, recorded content, and assessment. They will include the use of common household items, and encourage student investigation and observation. 
• Student work will be recorded and submitted to the school's head coach for credit.
• Monthly themes will be complied from past and current WESO events such as "health Sciences" and "Back to Nature." 
• In order to participate students must have access to a device, internet, and a google email. Assessment will be given using Pear Deck.
• Any student at a participating school grades 2-5 may participate in 1-5 months of the program. 
• Assessment will be given the last Saturday of every month Jan-June. Tests will combine grades 2, 3 and 4, 5. The number of questions on each assessment will vary and tests for grades 2 and 3 will last approximately 20 minutes and tests for grades 4 and 5 will last approximately 30 minutes.

 

Science Olympiad Head Coach Responsibilities: 

 

• Information Distribution 
• Disseminating information from the WESO Board to participating students;
• Maintaining a list of which students are participating each month; and
• Acting as the one point of contact between the WESO Board and participating students and their families. Since we won't be utilizing event coaches for this year's Olympiad, we invite the school head coach to recruit others as "monthly event liaisons" to assist with any questions, the collection and review of assessments, and the distribution of awards.
• Materials
• Distributing WESO supplies to students participating in each monthly theme as needed; and 
• Assessing the needs of individual students. It is important that WESO 2021 is as accessible to as many students as possible. As Head Coach we will ask that you communicate to the WESO Board any potential barriers to participation that individual students in your school might face. This includes access to devices, internet bandwidth, and materials for hands-on activities. 
• Collecting REQUIRED permission slips for participation from all students' parents and keeping records up to date. 
• Accessibility for Students
• If any participating students require accommodations or supplies - we ask the head coach to communicate this information to the WESO Board so that we can take appropriate steps to ensure the student's success. 
• Assessments/Projects
• Organizing assessment and project collection for participating students; and 
• Communicating to the WESO Board which students completed activities for each month's theme.
• Event Recognition
• Distributing participation awards on behalf of WESO Board to participating students.

 

Thanks so much for your consideration! 

Mitchell PTO

Closing Circle

Dear Mitchell Families,

 

As we continue to remain in virtual learning status, we are continually seeking ways to provide needed support and flexibility for our families.  Based on feedback from our community and building participation data, a decision has been made to move the closing circle up earlier in the day.  

 

Closing Circle is a valued Responsive Classroom practice that we want every student to experience, however, it is still considered "optional" for students & families.

Beginning the week of November 30th, closing circle for students in Y5-5th grade (the entire school) will occur any time between 1:13 p.m. to 1:43 p.m. Classroom teachers will communicate the details to you very soon. Teachers will remain available to assist students individually and/or in small groups and provide asynchronous feedback to students. Please note: While the closing circle will move to earlier in the day to provide more flexibility to families, this does not mean the school day is over. The one-on-one sessions, small group sessions, and additional supports will still take place as scheduled with kids and families.

Food Distribution

Next week, due to the Thanksgiving holiday, AAPS Food Distribution will only occur on Monday, November 23. Seven day's worth of food will be distributed at each location. Regular twice-a- week food distribution will begin again on Monday, November 30 until winter break when AAPS will again distribute seven day's worth of food on December 21 & 28 at all locations.

Help! Who's this Pre-Teen/Teenager in My House?

Parents will learn ways to build and strengthen their relationships with their pre-teen/teen(s) as well as understand ways to navigate those difficult moments when your teen's view on life totally contradicts all that you have instilled in them. The pre-teen/teen parent group will run the third Wednesday of each month from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., beginning November 18, 2020 through April 21, 2021.  Parents can join the group via Zoom by going to:  https://a2schools.zoom.us/my/haroldwimberlyand using Passcode:072866.

 

Please this calendarof upcoming parent support groups, including the Connecting Together Groups that will be in Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Japanese, and Korean

November Supply Distribution

If you were unable to pick up supplies at our supply distribution this past week, please email me directly at hiltonm@aaps.k12.mi.usand we will work out an alternate pick-up time. 

Rec & Ed - Mitchell Elementary - Saturday PM 11/7

There are still spaces open in Saturday's free outdoor Rec & Ed soccer class at Mitchell Elementary. This class has been a big hit at every school and happens in 3 age group sessions over the course of Saturday afternoon. We will also take walk up registrations but would prefer if families register!

 

Description: The Michigan Futsal Factory will provide students with professional coaching and feedback during the sessions. Run by Coach Ducks, Coach Sam and MIFFA staff, sessions are designed to focus on the technical aspects of the game such as dribbling, passing, receiving and shooting. Sessions will improve a player's reaction, decision making, and problem solving skills. We will also focus on improving balance and coordination through fun games and activities! Each age group session runs for 45 min. The program will be run in accordance with CDC Guidelines.

Link to registration:Mitchell Class Link

Spirit Wear Orders

Hello Mitchell Families, 

 

Spirit wear orders are in! We will be distributing them at the next supply drop. All orders will be available for pickup at the front loop at MItchell on Monday November 9th from 4pm -6pm. and Wednesday. Nov. 11th, from 9am-12pm. Please Stay in your car and wear a mask.  Walkers and bikers are welcome!  We just ask everyone to wear masks and practice social distancing. We look forward to seeing you! Thank you for supporting the Mitchell PTO. 

 

All the best, 

Mitchell PTO 

 

Hola familias de Mitchell, 

 

¡Los pedidos de ropa de espíritu están en camino! Los distribuiremos en la próxima entrega de suministros. Todos los pedidos estarán disponibles para recoger en el bucle frontal de MItchell el lunes 9 de noviembre de 4 p.m. a 6 p.m. y miércoles. 11 de noviembre, de 9 a 12h. Por favor, Permanezca dentro de su vehículo y lleve la máscara puesta .Todos aquellos que lleguen en bicicleta y caminando son también bienvenidos! Solamente les rogamos que todos utilicen una máscara y practiquen distancia social.  ¡Esperamos verte! Gracias por apoyar al PTO de Mitchell.

 

Gracias,

Mitchell PTO 

Food Distribution

Food distributions will take place on Monday and Thursday. In addition to the mid-day distributions throughout the community, the district has added late afternoon pick-up locations from 4:30 to 6 PM at Huron, Mitchell, Pathways, Pioneer and Skyline. For full details on the food distribution program and distribution locations, clickhere.

 

Additionally, you'll notice the food distribution plan over the Thanksgiving holiday as well as over the upcoming winter break.