Skyline Families,

March is here, bringing new opportunities and exciting celebrations! Here’s what you need to know for the coming weeks:

Trimester 2 Exams & Trimester 3 Kickoff

As we wrap up Trimester 2, students should be preparing for their final exams next week. Please check with teachers for specific schedules and review expectations. Trimester 3 begins Thursday, March 13, offering a fresh start for students to set goals and finish the year strong. This is a great time to reset, refocus, and recommit to academic and personal success!

Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and contributions of women throughout history. Here are some ways to honor this month:

• Read a biography of an inspiring woman
• Discuss influential women in history at home
• Support women-owned businesses or artists

💡 Quote of the Week: “Well-behaved women seldom make history.” – Laurel Thatcher Ulrich

March is Reading Month!

Encouraging a love for reading is a key part of lifelong learning! Here are some ways to celebrate:

• Set a family reading goal for the month
• Visit the local library for new book recommendations
• Challenge yourself to read a book outside your usual interests

We encourage all students to dive into a good book and explore new ideas!

Thank you for your continued support in making our school community strong. Let’s make this month a great one!

Go Eagles!

Your Skyline Administration Team,

Casey Elmore, Crystal Fluker, Terri Patterson, Lamanzer Williams and Delsie Sissoko

Monday

• Tri 2 Exams: 1st & 2nd Periods
• bell schedule

Tuesday

• Tri 2 Exams: 3rd & 4th Periods
• bell schedule
• PTSO Meeting, 7pm- zoom link

Wednesday

• Tri 2 Exams: 5th Period & Make-up Exams
• bell schedule

Thursday

• First Day of Trimester 3

Friday

• Spring Fling Dance, 7pm in the Commons

Saturday

• Hall of Fame Celebration Event @ Weber's, 6:30pm

Sunday

• Spring Forward!!

Upcoming Important Dates:

• March 17- Coffee with the Principals 1:30pm
• March 18- Bands In Review
• Last day for trimester 3 course changes
• Trimester 2 grades due at 8:00am
• March 19- AAEA/ Staff Meeting 3-4:30
• March 21- Last day of classes before Spring Break
• March 24-28- Spring Break
• March 31- Back to School

If your student will need a study hall on any of our final exam days please complete the survey linked below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScIjlH63uOQSKj_IpBkY1VnBUg-bVUjBVw5hEBzcFAJKnr8tA/viewform?usp=header

• Students must be signed up to attend
• Students are expected to stay for the entirety of the study hall
• Please plan accordingly and preapare snack/lunch for your athelte

Here is a link to our testing website with all info about our upcoming spring state testing. Check it out if you have questions.

March 6, 2025

Important Information for Juniors

Counselors will be holding “Junior Interviews” throughout the spring. The purpose of this is to meet with 11th graders to answer student specific questions regarding post-high school plans. If you are college bound, considering the military, a gap year or just not sure…we are here to help! Keep an eye out for how to schedule with your student’s counselor.

2025 College & Career Fair

The annual AAPS / Saline College and Career Fair will be held at Pioneer High School on Wednesday April 2nd, from 6:00-7:30. Information can be found on the district site.

NCAA help sessions w/ Ms. Lipton

Are you a student-athlete interested in playing collegiate athletics? Then, stop by to get guidance and answers to your questions. Location: A210 When: Tues 3/18 from 11:15-12:15 pm. More dates will be announced at a later date.

Trimester 3 Schedule Change Request

A schedule change must meet ONE of the following criteria.

1. Hole in my schedule (Example: There is a blank space where 4th hour should be)

2. Level change (Example: I have Geometry AC and I need regular Geometry)

3. Double scheduled ( Example: 2 identical classes are listed at different hours or different classes are listed during 1 hour)

4. Repeat class (Example: Health is listed but I took Health last trimester and already earned the credit)

5. Missing a graduation requirement class

6. Missing part of a class (Example: You have Part A but not Part B of a two Tri class)

7. I need to make a hole in my schedule to make room for an A2 Virtual class, CR, etc.

** Schedules cannot be changed to accommodate teacher preference, changing class periods, or changing lunch periods. Requests for changes due to change of mind, or that you no longer are interested will not be honored.** Please let me know if you have any additional questions.

Congratulations to Micah Winchell and Lumi Mott for earning Honors in the MAEA (Michigan Art Educators Association) show in being noted as two of the TOP 100 pieces in the State! Only 22 High School submissions from our Region were selected for this honor.

Micah Winchell, Harrison Jack and Benny, Hand Carved Set of Three, Ceramics 2

Lumi Mott, Child of Glory, Thrown and Altered Vessel with Slip Casting, Pottery Independent Study

Congratulations, Skyline Students. The Youth Art Month display, with over 100 pieces, is at Raymond James in downtown Ann Arbor. It celebrates the creativity of Skyline students. Please come to the Reception on Thursday, March 13th, from 4:30 to 6:30. RSVP to BethDouglas@raymondjames.com.

See below for additional venues where Skyline student art is being displayed.

As we approach the end of the school year, we are gearing up for the much-anticipated senior activities that will create lasting memories for our graduating class. To ensure these events are truly special, we are seeking enthusiastic parent volunteers to join our planning committee.

Our aim is to make the senior year experience exceptional for our 12th graders and their families. We believe that by working together, we can create moments that will be cherished for a lifetime. We invite parents from grades 9, 10, and 11 to step forward and contribute their time and ideas to make this happen (12th grade parents are welcome too).

By coming together as a community, we can share the responsibilities and alleviate the workload on our 12th grade parents, allowing them to fully enjoy and savor these precious moments with their graduating seniors. Your involvement will not only enhance the experience for all students but also strengthen the sense of community within our school.

Whether you have previous event planning experience or are a first-time volunteer, your unique perspective and skills are valuable. We welcome fresh ideas and diverse input to ensure that our senior activities reflect the richness of our school community.

If you are interested in being part of this exciting planning committee, please complete the google form linked here and plan to attend our upcoming zoom meeting on Friday, March 14th at 8:00am. Your commitment, no matter how big or small, will contribute to making our senior year celebrations truly unforgettable.

Let's come together to pay it forward and create magical moments for our seniors. Thank you in advance for your support and dedication to making this a memorable year for all!

Here is the zoom link :https://a2schools.zoom.us/j/81242611636

Here is your one stop shop for everything for seniors! Please review and be aware of important info.

Senior Packet Class of 2025

Please review the important information linked in this senior slideshow

CUBE WEEKLY UPDATE

Opportunities, Events & Announcements

1. College & Career Fair – April 2nd
Mark your calendars! The College & Career Fair is happening on Tuesday, April 2nd. This is your chance to connect with colleges, trade schools, and employers to explore your next steps after high school. Don’t miss out!

2. Future Corp Program – Partnering with Ann Arbor Neutral Zone
We’re teaming up with Ann Arbor Neutral Zone and their Future Corp program to help ease the transition from teen to young adult. Whether you need support with jobs, education, or life skills, this program is built to set you up for success. Stay tuned for more details!

3. Volunteers Needed – Senior Picnic (Class of 2025)
The Senior Picnic is coming up, and we need volunteers to help make it an unforgettable event for the Class of 2025! If you’re interested in helping out, sign up at The CUBE or email us.

4. Meetings with Mr. Woodford
Need help figuring out your post-secondary plans? Whether it’s college, trade school, careers, or other opportunities, Mr. Woodford is available for one-on-one meetings. Stop by The CUBE to schedule an appointment!

5. Washtenaw: My Brother’s Keeper – 50 Strong Breakfast
Join Washtenaw: My Brother’s Keeper for the 50 Strong Breakfast, a special event celebrating trade skills and career pathways. If you’re considering a hands-on career in the trades, this is the perfect event to connect with professionals and learn about opportunities.

As always, The CUBE is here to support you—come through with your questions, plans, and ideas! Stay locked in and let's keep building the future you deserve!

Greetings Eagles!

Winter sports families, as we wrap up the winter season please be on the look out for a post season survey. We value your feedback, please take a few minutes to complete the survey.

If your student will need a study hall on any of our final exam days please complete the survey linked below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScIjlH63uOQSKj_IpBkY1VnBUg-bVUjBVw5hEBzcFAJKnr8tA/viewform?usp=header

• Students must be signed up to attend
• Students are expected to stay for the entirety of the study hall
• Please plan accordingly and prepare snack/lunch for your athlete

Families, spring sports is right around the corner. If your athlete has not participated in a Fall or Winter sport please visit our website and begin the registration process. A current physical is required, specifics are linked here.

Skyline Spring Tryout Information

Molly Lipton, NCAA Liaison will be hosting NCAA Informational Sessions at Skyline on the following dates:

Skyline Dates

Tues 3/18 - 11:15-12:15

Do Not Park in the BUS LOOP, vehicles will be towed!!

I want to remind everyone of our Skyline Athletics Core Values:

• INTEGRITY - We do what is ethical under all circumstances.

• EXCELLENCE - We strive to be our best on and off the field.

• RESPECT - We honor and value ourselves and others.

• TEAM - Together as one we pursue common goals.

• COMMITMENT - We give total effort and sacrifice to achieve our purpose.

Important Links

High School Spectator Expectations

Skyline Academic Eligibility Policy

Skyline High School Live ArbiterSports Schedule

Thank you and Go Eagles!

Delsie Sissoko

Athletic Director/Assistant Principal

Monthly, we will hold informal opportunities for parents/guardians to come in and meet with the administrative team in a main office conference room. There is no set agenda and we discuss the topics you bring while we sip some coffee and have a few treats. All are welcome!

Upcoming Dates:

March 17 - 1:30 pm*

April 11 - 8:30 am

May 12 - 1:30 pm

*We changed the next date from March 10th to March 17th when we extended Tri 2 and moved the Tri 2 exams to March 10 - 12. The NEW date for Coffee with the Principals is March 17th.

We have begun the 2025 Rotary Fights Child Hunger Donation Campaign, which will run through Friday, March 14th.

All donations collected go to Food Gatherers, Washtenaw County's only food bank and food rescue program. Food Gatherers distributes to 140 non-profit partners and programs working to alleviate hunger in our community, including Ozone House, Peace Neighborhood Center, Community Action Network, the Shelter Association of Washtenaw County and Hope Clinic.

Hunger is real in Washtenaw County, and many of our friends and neighbors are facing food insecurity. We know that when children have enough food to eat, they can concentrate on doing well in school, playing sports and graduating.

Unfortunately, funding for some federal nutrition and social service programs has recently been paused, and more drastic cuts are expected during the upcoming budget reconciliation process, further increasing food insecurity in our community. Please join with the AAPS this year to help offset federal funding reductions and alleviate child hunger in our community.

AAPS buildings participating in the drive this year will provide more information to staff and students today. If your building is not participating, please visit the Rotary/Food Gatherers website and consider donating through one of the AAPS teams listed.

Kameryn (she/her) from The Corner Health Center in Ypsilanti reached out to share their upcoming 6-week workshop and support group for parents of non-binary and trans youth, starting March 18.

For more details, view the flyer here.

You can register here.

Please feel free to direct any questions to Kgannon@cornerhealth.org

The nomination window is now open for the 2025 LaFontaine Teacher of the Year Award, which recognizes exceptional educators in Washtenaw County. Colleagues, administrators, board members, parents, students, and community members are invited to submit nominations online at https://tinyurl.com/4wdad2s3, so please feel free to share with others in your community as well.

The deadline to submit nominations is Thursday, March 20, 2025, by 4:30 p.m. For more information, please see the attached information letter.

Thank you for helping us celebrate the educators who inspire and support our students!

Housing Help

Help with Housing for Justice-Impacted Families

If someone in your family has been in jail, prison, or has been affected by the police and you have a housing choice voucher, you might be able to get help with housing through the Rising Hope Program. Learn more here: Rising Hope for Housing

Utility Help

Support Through DTE

Having trouble paying your DTE Bill? You may qualify for assistance through the Low Income Self Sufficiency Program. Learn more here: Low Income Self Sufficiency Program.

Other Utility Bill Support

Need more help paying your utility bills? Please visit this page other community resources: a2schools.org/students-families/community-resources/utility-assistance

Air Conditioner Installation Support

• The Office of Community & Economic Development (OCED) will open the Air Conditioner Installation Program waitlist on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

• Sign-up for the waitlist will be available for a limited time, from noon to 4 PM.

• Interested individuals can sign up to join the Air Conditioner Installation Program waitlist by visiting the webpage linked below, which contains a Google form.

• Air Conditioner Assistance Program webpage: https://www.washtenaw.org/3756/Air-Conditioner-Assistance-Program

Legal Help
Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LSSCM)

• LSSCM can provide legal support for families facing the following legal issues: domestic violence, housing (landlord-tenant issues), public benefits, health care issues and more.

• See website for full list of services.

Career Readiness

Kiwanis Law Enforcement Career Academy
Local Kiwanis Clubs sponsor high school students who express a sincere desire or interest in some form of a law enforcement career. Students are housed at the Michigan State State Police Training Academy in Lansing with staff instructors from state, county and local police departments. This year’s Academy will be held June 15-20, 2025. Learn more and apply here. Applications are due March 31st.

Health and Wellbeing

Saturday, March 29, 8:30-12:00 pm: Give Kids a Smile Day

• The University of Michigan School of Dentistry Pediatric Dental Club is hosting Give Kids a Smile Day.

• Dental exams, cleanings, and x-rays provided on a first come first served basis for children ages 4-14.

• Register Here: umichsodgkas.my.canva.site/

Low Cost Dental Procedures: WCC Dental Clinic

• Beginning February 11, the WCC Dental Clinic will be open on Tuesdays and Thursdays during February and March.

• For available appointment times and to schedule, call 734-973-3332.

• Services are provided by WCC Dental Assisting students working with University of Michigan School of Dentistry students under the supervision of a licensed dentist.

• More information at wccnet.edu/dental-clinic.

• Flier with details.

Food

Many more food options are available at a2schools.org/students-families/community-resources/food

Free food Pantry, Ypsilanti

• Every 3rd Saturday of each month at Berea City of Hope -1070 McCartney Ave, Ypsilanti Charter Twp, MI 48198 from 11am to 2pm.

• Remember the earlier the better to receive what you need.

• Please register here Flier.

Academic Support

FREE Academic Support Opportunities

View an updated list of free Academic support resources available to AAPS students and families at

a2schools.org/students-families/community-resources/academic-support

Basic Needs

Ypsilanti Area - Love Ypsi Diaper Pantry
Provides supplemental baby diapers and wipes to families in need. Every 2nd Saturday of each month from 10am-1pm at Faith Lutheran Church – 1255 E Forest Ave – Ypsilanti.

Tax Assistance

• FREE Tax Preparation for all
  The Housing Bureau for Seniors in partnership with AARP are offering FREE tax return preparation!

• Appointments are offered Wednesday, February 5th through April 11th.

• Trained volunteers will provide you with a full federal and state return or complete the Michigan Property Tax credits you qualify for.

• Volunteers can help you complete returns for past years as well.

• To schedule your appointment, call 734-998-9341.

Career Readiness

Kiwanis Law Enforcement Career Academy

• Local Kiwanis Clubs sponsor high school students who express an interest in a law enforcement career.

• Students are housed at the Michigan State State Police Training Academy in Lansing with staff instructors from state, county and local police departments.

• This year’s Academy will be held June 15-20, 2025.

• Learn more and apply here.

• Applications are due March 31st.

Health and Wellbeing

Low Cost Dental Procedures: WCC Dental Clinic

• Beginning February 11, the WCC Dental Clinic will be open on Tuesdays and Thursdays during February and March.

• For available appointment times and to schedule, call 734-973-3332.

• Services are provided by WCC Dental Assisting students working with University of Michigan School of Dentistry students under the supervision of a licensed dentist.

• More information at wccnet.edu/dental-clinic. Flier with details.

Looking for more resources for Health or Medical Needs? Please visit a2schools.org/students-families/community-resources/medical-and-health-needs

Virtual Support Group for Spanish-Speaking Mothers

The Women's Center of Southeast Michigan is offering a virtual support group Thursday mornings from 10:30 AM- 12:00 PM. Fliers with additional information and registration: English and Spanish

Flyershttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1gMLsMh9NjNeCE6F3pKuNxoKZxWO5Sd3h?usp=sharing

Sibshops Program

• A new season of Sibshops Washtenaw is starting soon!

• Sibshops are fun events designed specifically for siblings who have a brother or sister with a disability/chronic illness.

• They are designed to be an enjoyable experience that provides a special monthly event just for them to have some fun and meet other kids with a sibling that has special health care needs.

• Our Sibshops are supportive and engaging virtual events with games, crafts, snacks, goodies, and helpful discussions!

• There are two informational parent meetings this month - join in to learn more! Sibshops Washtenaw begins in February 2025. See attached flyer for more information.

• Flier

To Report an Absence or Tardy, email sky_attendance@aaps.k12.mi.us

Emailed is preferred, but If you cannot email, please call (734) 994-7842

When reporting an Absence or Tardy, please include the following information:

• Student's full name (spell out the last name)
• Student's ID number
• Reason for absence
• Day (date) and time(s) of absence(s)
• Your name and your relationship to student

If you are reporting a student’s early release from school, please include:

• Student's full name (spell out the last name)
• Student's ID number
• Reason for early release
• Exact time and day of release
• Your name and your relationship to student
• Report morning early releases by 8 am
• Report afternoon early releases by 12 pm

There is no need to call the main line.

In conjunction with Securly’s email and web search monitoring, we are pleased to introduce the Securly Tip Line. Note that OK2Say is also still available via the Michigan State Police.

The Securly Tip Line is specific to AAPS and will follow the same notification process used for email and web searches. The Securly Tip Line app can be downloaded from the AppStore or Google Play.

Students, staff and parents can initiate an anonymous tip outside of the app via:

• 1-833-300STOP
• tipline@securly.com
• securly.com/tip
• QR Code

Tips can be made for any reason:

• Bullying
• Harm to self or others
• Mental health concerns

Care Solace is AAPS’s free Mental Health Care Coordination Service. Care Solace is available 24/7/365 to connect students, staff, and their families to mental health, substance abuse, and ABA service providers. Using Care Solace is easy!

• Call 888-515-0595 any time. Multilingual support is available 24/7/365. A dedicated Care Companion will help you every step of the way to research options, secure appointments and follow up with you to make sure it's a good fit.

• Search anonymously by visiting caresolace.com/aaps

• Contact your student’s counselor, social worker or principal and they will submit a referral on your behalf.

Learn more about Care Solace here.

Club/Team Info

Skyline Handbook

AAPS Rights and Responsibilities Handbook

Skyline High School Website

Purchase a Parking Pass Using GoFan

Chartwells Meal & Menu Info

Bus Transportation Information for Parents and Guardians

Translated Copies of the AAPS Calendar

Skyline Academic Calendar 2024.2025

Purchase a Yearbook, Ad or Submit Senior Photo

AP Info