
Principal's Post
Sunday, January 28, 2024
Principal's Message
Dear Angell Community,
I am sorry to report that our FARM Science assemblies are cancelled for next week. Unfortunately, the lab needs some required service that will make it unavailable. However, we have rescheduled this wonderful learning opportunity for May 26th - May 28th.
I would also like to thank everyone for their flexibility this past week with a school closing and many indoor recesses. It also caused many shifted schedules with testing and planned events. Our students showed patience and perseverance throughout the week.
We will have an additional change in our lunch menu due to shifting schedules. On February 1st the lunch A offering will be Mini Blueberry Pancakes instead of French Toast.
The end of this week also marks the beginning of Black History Month. Please reference our calendar below as we have planned many events throughout the month. Our first event will be focused on important firsts in Black History at our Family Circles on Tuesday, January 30th.
Each year our PTA nominates a PTA Member of the Year, Support Staff Person of the Year and Teacher of the Year to honor at their annual Founder's Day Dinner. Please take the time to vote for your choice for the 2024 school year. Please submit your responses before Wednesday, February 7, 2024 by using the nomination form below. This is a wonderful way to recognize the many wonderful people who make your child's educational experience a memorable one.
Also included in the Principal's Post this week is:
- PTA Updates
- Founders Day Nomination Form
- Black History Month Calendar
- African American Read-In
- PTA Angell Excellence Focus Group Inquiry
- Winter Gear Drive
- Kindergarten Information Night
- Upcoming Events
- Cold Weather Notice
- Food Service Information
- Angell Calendar
Sincerely,
Vince Gigliotti
Angell Principal
Founders Day Nomination Form
Black History Month Calendar
African American Read-In
You are cordially invited to Angell's Media Center for an African American Read-In hosted by Oakland Schools. The zoom will feature author/illustrator, Don Tate. Those wishing to participate from home will need to register using the link provided in the flier below.
PTA Updates
Week of January 29, 2024
Upcoming Events!
PTA Meeting
Our February PTA meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 6th at 7:00pm in the Angell Media Center. All are welcome!
PTA Membership
Please consider joining. Get involved and help support our Angell Community.
Printable Membership Form: PTA Membership Form
Join the PTA online: https://angellpta.memberhub.com/store
Volunteer / Chair Opportunities: Angell PTA Committees
Angell Dad’s Club
Know any dads who want to get involved? They are absolutely welcome to join our PTA, but we also have an Angell Dad's Club!
Meetings: 3rd Thursday of the month at 7pm at Dog and Pony Show Brewing
Facebook: Angell Dad's Club
Contact: Scott Sehi
Email: sehisc@gmail.com
Social Media
Follow us on our social media pages to get important information and updates!
Facebook: Angell PTA Facebook Page
Instagram: angellfishpta
*2023- 2024 Angell PTA Board*
Caitlyn Thrasher, President, caitlyn.thrasher85@gmail.com
Bridget Rock, Vice President, bridget.a.rock@gmail.com
Kelsey Cole, Secretary, kelseyl_cole@yahoo.com
Tara Samson, Treasurer, ellorysmama@gmail.com
Lindsay Royce, PR Coordinator, say.royce@gmail.com
Angell Elementary School of Excellence Focus Group Interest Form
The Angell Elementary School PTA knows that a strong partnership among our families, school leaders and community members is important to the success of our students and school. That’s why we are participating in the National PTA School of Excellence program, which grows partnerships between PTAs and schools to enrich the educational experience and overall well-being of all students.
We need your help! As part of the process outlined by National PTA, we are in the early stages of our goal for this school year. We plan to add an additional piece of equipment to our playground.
If you or your Angell student would like to participate in our focus group that will aid in determining what type of equipment we purchase, please fill out the following form. This focus group will likely take place before our February PTA meeting at 6 pm. If we have a large number of students interested, their meeting will take place during the school day.
Does this sound like a PTA program you’d really like to help with? Join us! Our next meeting is February 6th at 7 pm in the Angell Media Center. You can also email us at angellberkleypta@gmail.com with questions or concerns.
Thank you for your continued support and collaboration as we work toward becoming a National PTA School of Excellence!
Winter Gear Drive
Kindergarten Information Night
Kindergarten Information for All: Information Nights, Registration and Schools of Choice
While it might be hard to believe, it’s time to start thinking about Kindergarten for Fall 2024. In the Berkley School District, Kindergarten and Transitional Kindergarten information nights, enrollment and the Schools of Choice application windows happen in January and February each year. Starting early allows the District to plan staffing, class sizes and support for students before the year ends. If you have an incoming Kindergarten student this is important information to save. If you know someone who has a child who will be five years old by September 1, 2024, please share this information with them!
Kindergarten Information Nights
Learn about the kindergarten curriculum, how to prepare for the big first day, enrollment options, and Kindergarten/Transitional Kindergarten readiness. All TK and Kindergarten students need to be five years old by September 1, 2024.
During the evening, families will be able to ask the Principal questions, learn more about each school and hear about the #BerkleyDifference. You do not have to be a resident to attend the Kindergarten Information Nights, they are open to all who are interested in the Berkley School District. Learn more about Kindergarten enrollment and readiness by visiting our Enrollment webpage.
Angell Elementary School: MONDAY, January 29, 2024 | 6:30 pm ***NEW DATE***
Burton Elementary School: Thursday, January 18, 2024 | 6:30 pm
Norup International School: Wednesday, January 24, 2024 | 6:30 pm
Pattengill Elementary School: Thursday, January 25, 2024 | 6:30 pm
Rogers Elementary School: Tuesday, January 23, 2024 | 6:30 pm
Kindergarten Registration for Berkley School District Residents
Berkley School District resident registration for both Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten begins February 5 and runs through February 16, 2024. Registration takes place entirely online, including the required document uploads. Visit the enrollment webpage to begin your registration, verify your residency through our District boundaries document and see what paperwork you need to upload to complete your registration. We can’t wait to meet our new students!
Schools of Choice Window for TK-Grade 5
The Berkley School District Board of Education has approved limited Schools of Choice (Section 105) openings (up to 150 slots) in Kindergarten through 5th grade for Oakland County residents for the 2024-25 school year. Those who are interested in attending the Berkley School District, but who do not live within District boundaries may apply.
Important Schools of Choice details include:
Schools of Choice application period is February 12 - March 1, 2024
Completed applications must be submitted online
No applications will be accepted after the deadline of 5:00 pm, March 1, 2024
Applicants will receive email notification of their student's Schools of Choice status mid to late April following the lottery
On the application, families will select which school they’d prefer to attend: Angell, Burton, Norup, Pattengill or Rogers
For current Schools of Choice families, if you have an incoming TK or Kindergarten student, please be sure to fill out this year’s application as well. Priority is given to siblings.
Questions
If you have any questions regarding the upcoming Kindergarten Information nights, please reach out to school secretaries and/or principals.
If you have any questions regarding the enrollment process, please contact the Enrollment Office at 248-837-8026 or visit the Enrollment website.
If you have any questions regarding Schools of Choice, please contact Stephanie Helterbran, Pupil Accounting and Central Enrollment Supervisor, at 248-837-8045 or visit the Schools of Choice website.
Upcoming Events
Week of January 29 - February 2, 2024
Monday, January 29
Pledge Leaders: Tosto
Kindergarten Information Night
Tuesday, January 30
Pledge Leaders: Tosto
Respect Circle
Young Rembrandts
Wednesday, January 31
Pledge Leaders: Tosto
6:30pm: PTA Reflections Celebration at BHS
Thursday, February 1
Pledge Leaders: Tosto
TK-1st Little Yogis Program
Friday, February 2
Pledge Leaders: Tosto
Week of February 5 - February 9, 2024
Monday, February 5
Pledge Leaders: Shifman
7pm: School Board Meeting
Tuesday, February 6
Pledge Leaders: Shifman
Respect Circle
1st Grade Field Trip to Cranbrook
Young Rembrandts
7pm: PTA Meeting
Wednesday, February 7
Pledge Leaders: Shifman
Angell Restaurant Night at Oak Park Social
Thursday, February 8
Pledge Leaders: Shifman
TK-1st Grade Little Yogis Program
Friday, February 9
Pledge Leaders: Shifman
6:30pm: Angell PTA STEM Night
Cold Weather Notice
As we enter into winter months we will experience some colder weather which will impact our students. We will invite students inside for an inside line-up no earlier than 7:45 am whenever the temperature is 9 degrees or less with the windchill. We have an organized system that allows students to line up in the hallways. However, if the weather is above 9 degrees (factoring in the windchill) we will have students wait outdoors each morning and go outside for recess each day. Please have your children dress appropriately for the weather in the event we do remain outside. Proper winter attire may include winter coats, gloves, hats, snow pants and boots. Although we have some extras in the office we do not have enough to outfit each child.
If you need any assistance with winter clothing please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly as we are fortunate to have anonymous donors who have provided funds and winter clothing to help our Angell families during the winter months.
Food Service Information
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Stay In Touch
Email: vincenzo.gigliotti@berkleyschools.org
Website: https://www.berkleyschools.org/schools/angell/
Location: 3849 Beverly Boulevard, Berkley, MI, USA
Phone: (248) 837-8501
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