Rocket Reader
May 2023
Hello AEA Families,
Oh yayy, it is MAY! We have so many wonderful events taking place this month including Graduation! Please read through the information carefully for details on each event.
Thank you for your continued support! Please feel free to email me with any question you may have.
INTENT TO RETURN FORMS:
Please use the link below to fill out the intent to return form for next year. There is also a PDF for those who would like to have the option to print one. If you need one printed and sent home with your child, please feel free to call Ms. Barker or myself.
Sincerely,
Ms. Amanda Anderson
May Rockets of the Month
Jonas A.- 3rd Grade
Jonas Andrews is a true example of an AEA Rocket. Jonas is respectful to not only his peers but also his teachers. He tries hard in everything he does and follows all school rules. Jonas is kind and a good friend to all.
Henry M.- 9th Grade
Consistently going above and beyond when asked and consistently does his work and participates in all class activities be them independent or in a group. Is polite and respectful
Allyssa C.- 12th Grade
Allyssa has been a leader in the classroom, during student council and the school community. She always has a positive outlook and willing to help her peers or or friends in Little Land. She is a great example of what ROCKETS exemplify. Good luck in your future Allyssa!
Dates to Remember
Friday, May 5th: Cinco de Mayo
Wednesday, May 10th: Talent Show 1:15-2:30
May 8th- May 12th: TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
Friday, May 12th: Seniors Last Day & Senior Picnic
Sunday, May 14th: Mother's Day
Sunday, May 21st: Graduation
Monday, May 29th: Memorial Day NO SCHOOL
Friday, June 2nd: Last Day of School
Friday, June 2nd: End of the Year Family Picnic & Kona Ice Truck
AEA 10 Year Celebration
Graduation
May 2023
Dear Families and Students of the Senior Class,
Graduation is approaching quickly and I wanted to share some information about some upcoming events.
Graduation: Graduation will take place on May 21, 2023 at the Stocker Center at Lorain County Community College. The address is 1005 Abbe Rd N, Elyria, OH 44035. Students will need to arrive at 12:30pm for practice. The ceremony will begin at 1:30pm. Students need to dress up including an appropriate dress, nice pants or a tie and dress shirt. NO JEANS! Parents and guests do not need tickets to attend and there is no limit to the number of guests.
Diplomas: Students will not get their diploma on the day of graduation. There will be a designated day for your student to pick up their diploma, unofficial transcript and report card. We will send out a date for pickup.
Brag Sheets: I will be sending out a brag sheet asking some questions about your senior and their future plans. This information is important as some of it will be needed for the graduation ceremony. Please send the sheet back to me by May 3rd.
If there are any questions please feel free to reach out.
Thank you,
Ms. Thevenin
Day of Graduation Reminders
Staff and graduates should arrive at 12:30. Students check in at the front table in the lobby. They will be directed to the band room/dressing room.
Doors for the theater open at 1:30 and ceremony starts at 2:00.
Family and friends are general admission. There is no assigned seating for the public. If you have any families who need handicapped accessible seating, please let us know so that we can reserve seats for them.
Students should steam their gowns prior to arrival. They should dress up. (no jeans or tennis shoes). They should wear fabulous shoes that allow them to make it across the stage!!! They may decorate their caps with school APPROPRIATE things. If I feel it is inappropriate, it will be removed prior to the ceremony.
Cavanaugh Photography will be there and parents will have the opportunity to purchase photos.
Students will do a cap toss outside after the ceremony once all families have made their way outside.
Talent Show
The High School student council will be hosting a talent show on May 10th, from 1:15-2:30.
All students are allowed to participate in this event.
Parents of participants can also attend the show.
Rehearsals will be held on May 8th and 9th, 2023, during school (if this does not work for your kiddo please email Ms. Thevenin to make arrangements) Please bring all materials on the 8th.
***** just to clarify the talent show is for all students K-12th grade. This is also a free event for the school. Student council will be around during homeroom and Rocket block to help K-5th sign up. 6th -12th can sign up during lunch on the clipboard located on the stage.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Ms. Thevenin or Mr. Javis
Senior Picnic
Senior Picnic: On May 11th the seniors were invited to the North Olmsted Campus to join their seniors for lunch. If your student is interested in joining, please let me know so I can send the information to you. On May 12th, I will be providing lunch to the seniors for their last day.
Important Reminders
The building closes at 4:30. All students must be picked by or before 4:30.
Arrival and Dismissal Procedures ( PLEASE STAY IN VEHICLES FOR SAFETY)
In order to keep students safe, students are NOT PERMITTED to order lunch using door dash, Uber eats, or other delivery services during the school day. Deliveries to school from 3rd party apps for food will not be accepted.
Items for success!
Water Bottle
Plug-in Headphones ( No Air Pods or other wireless headphones)
- Extra change of clothes. School Supplies ( See link at the top of the page for a full supply list)
Masking is optional: Send in extra facial coverings, if you choose to have your child wear a mask.
Backpacks are also not permitted, these should be placed in their locker upon arrival.
Upcoming Student Council Events
Senior Spirit Week: May 8th- 12th
Monday: Crazy Hat Day
Tuesday: Crazy Socks
Wednesday: Dull Day
Thursday: Patterns Day
Friday: Crazy Hair Day
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Ms. Thevenin at jeanette.thevenin@aeaohio.org
End of the Year Picnic
Please join us for a school wide picnic on June 2nd as we celebrate the end of another year!
Parents and families are welcome to arrive at noon for hot dogs, chips and assorted desserts. We'll have lunch and a special visit from the Kona Ice truck.
Keep your eyes out for a sign up genius or feel free to reach out to
jeanette.thevenin@aeaohio.org or merideth.manson@aeaohio.org with any questions or for volunteer opportunities!
Let's make the last day of school great!!
Albert Einstein Academy Cell Phone Policy
Cell phone usage, including all functions within the cell phone (i.e. cameras and all other applications) are prohibited for use during the school day. All students will be required to turn in their phones to their homeroom teacher or place them in an individual pocket holder in the AM homeroom period. Students will retrieve their phones at the end of the day when they return to their PM homeroom. Phones will be placed in a safe, secure space for the entirety of the day. Students are required to comply with staff directives regarding cell phone policy / usage. Students who need to call home may do so from the office.
Violation of the cell phone rule as stated above will result in the confiscation of the device according to the following ladder of disciplinary action:
- First offense- Phone is taken and a parent will be notified. Warning is given. The confiscated device will remain in the main office until it is picked up by a parent or guardian.
- Second offense- Phone is taken and a parent will be notified. Lunch detention is given. The confiscated device will remain in the main office until it is picked up by a parent or guardian.
- Third offense- Phone is taken and a meeting will be scheduled with the student AND parent. Before or after school detention will be given. The confiscated device will remain in the main office until it is picked up by a parent or guardian.
- Fourth Offense- Phone is taken and a parent will be notified. The student will receive in school suspension the next day. The confiscated device will remain in the main office until it is picked up by a parent or guardian.
** Please refer to our Student/Parent Handbook for information regarding our cellphone/ technology policies. This is including but not limited to "airpods" or other blue tooth required devices.
Community Service Hours & Information
For each year enrolled at AEA, the student must complete a minimum of 5 hours of community service in Elementary (grades K-5), Intermediate School (grades 4-6), 15 hours in Middle School (grades 7-8) and 25 hours in High School (grades 9-12). Grades K-5 will develop and complete “in 10 class, group projects to satisfy their requirement.
Community Service Program Purpose:
• Help students become more active members of their community
• Increase student knowledge and understanding of their community
• Meet community needs and foster relationships between the school and the community
• Encourage student altruism or caring for others
• Improve student personal and social development
• Teach critical thinking and problem-solving skills • Increase career awareness and exposure among students
Special Notes: Making a financial contribution is not considered Community Service.
Community Service Hours: Hours can be accrued during the summer prior to each grade level.
Community Service Activity Time Sheets are available in the school offices and on our website. Completed forms should be returned to the principal. If in doubt as to whether an activity meets the criteria, the student should speak with the building administrator. Students are encouraged to keep a copy of all forms submitted for their own records. The Community Service required will be posted on final report cards each year as well as on the high school transcript.
AEA Student Paper
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Phone: 440-471-4982 ext. #1802
Email: amanda.anderson@aeaohio.org