Bobcat Broadcast

March 17, 2023

A Message from Mrs. Caudill


It looks like the first warmer days after our cold winter will be here next week. The warmer weather always adds a bit of spring to my step. I love being able to go home and enjoy the outside for a while with my son. I know our students love the warmer days to come too. I look forward to hearing about riding bikes, going on hikes or just playing outside in the backyard.


However, we know this weather may not last. Please make sure you are checking the weather daily and sending your child dressed appropriately for recess that day - one day it might be shorts and the next could be hats, gloves and boots. Gotta love Michigan!


Stay Well,

Devon Caudill

Mark Your Calendars

March 21 - First Grade Music Informances 5:00pm - 7:00pm

March 23 & 24 - Half Day Dismissal and Student Led Parent-Teacher Conferences

March 27 - 31 - Spring Break

April 7 - No School

April 27 - Bobcat Block Party - Downtown Northville 5:00pm - 7:00pm

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Spring Conference Sign-up

Please note that the conference window will close Sunday, March 19th at 11:55 P.M.


Time is quickly approaching for our spring student-led conferences. This time of the year is an exciting way for your child to show how he/she has grown as a learner. Students will present to you their leadership notebook and share examples of their learning success and growth in reading, writing, math, and other areas of their choice. Student-led conferences are in accordance with our Leader in Me practices. The classroom teacher will be present in the room and available for brief questions.


Please view the sign up and find a convenient time for you and your child to attend. We are excited to have you participate in a conversation that encourages your child to explain his/her learning, possible challenges, and how they feel about the progress they have made so far this school year.


Please understand that placements for 2023-2024 will not be discussed at this time. This includes ALPS placement, middle school placement, including Advanced Math and Academic Resource. For more information about your questions, please see the Advanced Programming Link.

2023 Spring Conference Sign-up

Click here to sign-up for parent -teacher conferences

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Ramadan Alternative Lunch Seating

Happy Ramadan to those who celebrate! If your child(ren) will be fasting during we know sitting in the lunchroom can be difficult. We will be happy to provide an alternative location during lunch if you would like. Please call the office to make arrangements for your child(ren).

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MIddle School Visits

Our 5th graders had presentations by both Hillside Middle School and Meads Mill Middle School. Students listened to the the counselors and principals tell them what they can expect next year.

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Come to the Spring 2023 Scholastic in-person book fair !


Book Fair hours:


  • 3/24 (Thursday) 12-7pm
  • 3/25 (Friday) 12-3p


Note: Students may shop during their regularly scheduled media times during school (or any morning if leaving early for Spring Break)


Click on the links below to learn more about ewallet/online purchases/author videos

https://www.scholastic.com/bf/amermanelementaryschool1

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March is Reading Month Family Tip of the Week


Why YOU Should READ Every Day (Adults and Children)

Why You Should Read Every Day | Benefits of Reading | Lifehack
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bobcat bookdrive

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optional reading month calendar

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Attention all 5th graders!

If you’re interested in trying out for the Northville Middle School Pom Team, please see the flyer below! Also, complete the following registration form prior to tryouts! Hope to see you there!


Tryout registration form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQawgYC2fVQG7-gTK1OJpQwv3lgQy0DWUhh0-he2EpEFlieQ/viewform

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Camp Invention

Give your young innovator an inspiring, action-packed summer adventure! All-new, hands-on challenges will spark their curiosity and build their confidence as they jump into limitless STEM fun with opportunities to imagine, plan, experiment and create.


SECURE YOUR SPOT TODAY!
Register at: https://www.invent.org/programs/camp-invention or call 800-968-4332
Grades: Kindergarten - 6th grade
Location: Thornton Creek Elementary School, 46180 W 9 Mile Road, Novi, MI 48374
Date: July 10 - 14, 2023
Time & Cost: 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday | $285 (before discount)
Camp Director: Pamela Brucker pcbrucker@yahoo.com

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Kindergarten Enrollment for 2023-24 School Year is now OPEN!

Please visit our Kindergarten Enrollment webpage to sign up for an appointment to enroll your incoming Kindergarten student. Once you've signed up for an appointment, please return to the Enrollment webpage to complete the online portion of your pre-enrollment outlined in Steps 1-3.


If you have any questions, please call Student Data at

(248) 344-3524.

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Submitting Photos for the Amerman Yearbook


Please email your yearbook pics to amermanyearbookpics@gmail.com Please include which teacher your students have so we can organize them easier! The last day to submit photos for the yearbook is Friday March 24th.

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About your PTA

Keep up with the latest PTA info and events by joining our Facebook group, following us on Instagram or checking amermanpta.com any time. We have a lot going on we'd love to share with you!


PTA Board Member Search

Let's keep the tradition of having a PTA at Amerman! Consider serving as treasurer or vice president. Contact president@amermanpta.com for information.


Bobcat Bash 2023

The Bobcat Bash committee needs one more person to help plan the carnival games for the event. Contact Shoba Krishnan for information vpblue@amermanpta.com.

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Northville Youth Network (NYN)

Northville Youth Network (NYN) provides valuable programs and services to the Northville Community such as education and awareness, referral services and case work services. As part of the ongoing Social Emotional education NYN provides to our community, they have included resources that are available for parents! Please check out NYN's latest resource templates: Diversity/equity/inclusion as well as all of their other offerings! Be sure to check back in the future as their templates will be updated throughout the year

(https://www.twp.northville.mi.us/your_government/departments/NYN)


April Wellness Wednesday Programming - free programs to support the physical, social, mental and emotional health of our kids.


Zumba Kids for Littles (5-8) - Wednesday, April 12th, 4:30-5:30 pm

Get ready to dance, play games and learn some fun rhythms!


**Rescheduled from February​​**

​Love Yourself - Building Self Esteem - Teens (13-18) - Wednesday, April 12th, 8-9 pm

Discussion and activities around being unique, happiness, and remembering how to unapologetically love yourself!
Facilitated by Kristie Wyler, MA LLP, McCaskill Family Services


See Flyer for more information. Registration is required: https://form.jotform.com/222187543053150

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hot lunch program for interested students

Families must preorder lunches for preschools and elementary students. Orders must be in by 8:30 AM for elementary students to receive a lunch that day. 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.

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MARCH FOCUS: TRUSTWORTHY! HABIT 6: SYNERGIZE!

What this means: Working together is better. The whole is greater than the sum of the parts.


“I get along well with other people and work well in groups.”

“I value the strengths of others and allow myself to learn from them.”

“I know that working together as a team we can get more done and come up with better solutions than we could alone.”

“I seek out other people’s ideas to solve problems.”


How can I do this in my life?

With your children, choose a problem you may have (like curfew or completing tasks). Use the Synergy Action Plan to summarize your child's solution and your solution: (1) define the problem, (2) share your views, (3) think of solutions, (4) choose the best solution together. See if you can reach a better solution (The High Way) than either of you could come up with alone.


Great Books for Habit #6- Synergize

Saturdays and Teacakes by Lester Laminack

Officer Buckle and Gloria by Peggy Rathman

Swimmy by Leo Lionni

Ox-Cart Man by Donald Hall

My Friend is Sad by Mo Willams

A Chair for My Mother by Vera B. Williams

Spotlight on our Amerman Bobcats!