Monday

Tuesday

• Senior Parent Meeting 6:00pm

Wednesday

• Skytime Schedule
• Student Count Day- (Please avoid scheduling appointments for this day and ensure all students attend this day)

Thursday

Friday

• Coffee with the Principals 1:30 pm (time change)

Upcoming Important Dates:

• Oct. 8- Trimester 1 Parent Teacher Conferences 4-7 pm
• Oct. 9- PSAT/NMSQT testing for 11th graders, Late Start for grades 9, 10 and 12
• Oct. 11-14- Fall Break, No School
• Oct. 15- School Resumes

All Parent/Teacher Conferences will occur in The Commons here at Skyline High School on Tuesday, October 8th, from 4:00pm until 7:00pm. You must schedule a conference with each teacher you wish to speak with. We utilize the website PTCFast.com to enable parents to sign-up for 5-minute conference slots with their child’s teachers. You will receive an individual email from each teacher you have signed-up to meet with. If you signed-up to meet with 4 teachers, you will receive 4 separate confirmation emails. Please sign up for no more than one time slot with each teacher. Also, please allow at least 5 minutes between each conference; do not sign up for back-to-back conference slots.

If your child is doing well in a particular class, and you have no concerns, you do not need to sign up for a conference with that teacher. We encourage you to sign up for a conference slot with a teacher if your student is struggling and/or you have concerns about the class.

Again, the Parent/Teacher Conferences will be on:

Tuesday, October 8th, 2024 from 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Here in The Commons of Skyline High School

If you haven’t yet used PTCFast.com, you will be pleasantly surprised at how simple you will find the process. There are no codes to enter and there is only one website to visit. The conferences are listed alphabetically by the teacher’s last name, and you will only need an email address to make your selections. The conferences are now open, but they will fill up soon, so don’t wait!

Instructions for Making Parent / Teacher Conference Appointments:

1. Go to this website:

https://www.ptcfast.com/schools/Skyline_High_School_3

…or you can be taken directly to the webpage by clicking HERE!

2. Check the box for each Teacher you would like to meet with, then click the SUBMIT button at the bottom of the page.

3. You may create conferences for more than one student, if you have more than one student at Skyline, but for most of you, you will then check the first selection, which is: These are all for one student.

4. Enter your student’s first name

5. Enter your student’s last name

6. Enter YOUR (parent’s) name

7. Enter and confirm YOUR email address

8. Click the SUBMIT button at the bottom of the page to begin the signup process.

Please note that the times listed for the following teachers are on an alternate date due to them being unable to attend on October 8th:

Megan Stark

Please reach out to Jefferson Bilsborrow at bilsborrow@aaps.k12.mi.us with any questions or issues about scheduling your conference times.

The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) created an information guide for students as a result of Public Act 57 of 2023. School districts are required to distribute a Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault Information Guide to students in grades 6-12 starting in the 2024-2025 school year. Included in our Rights & Responsibilities Handbook is important information about sexual harassment and sexual assault. This information helps your student understand what sexual harassment is how to recognize it, and what to do if they or someone they know experiences it. Please review the guidelines located in the Rights & Responsibilities Handbook, pages 41-45 with your student. A link to the Rights & Responsibilities Handbook will also be sent to your student’s email later this week. These guidelines are here to protect everyone and ensure a welcoming, safe, and respectful school environment. It is important for students to know their rights and the support that is available to them.

Also, See the Bill Analysis of Public Act 57 of 2023 here. Signed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. MCL 380.1508

Parent teacher conferences are fast approaching! We need your help to make sure our staff is fed and ready to continue a long day at school on October 8th. We have ordered a hot meal but are asking for donations of place settings, drinks, appetizers/snacks and desserts in this sign up genius: Sign Up Genius Link

Skyline is looking for two adult volunteers to assist with our partnership with Food Gatherers, an organization dedicated to helping families in need by providing food. Volunteers will receive training from Food Gatherers to help organize, receive food, and facilitate bi-monthly parent pick-up of food boxes.

Your time and support will make a meaningful difference in our community. If you’re interested in volunteering, please contact Ms. Patterson at Pattersont@aaps.k12.mi.us.

Thank you for helping us make a positive impact!

In Ann Arbor Public Schools, we utilize a cloud-based web filter called Securly to keep students safe on their district-issued device. To help parents monitor their child's online activity at home, AAPS offers the free Securly Home app. This application allows web-based filtering and parental controls on district-issued devices at home. Parents may set rules to allow or disallow certain websites, pause the Internet connection to the device as desired, and receive weekly usage reports. To OPT-IN to the Securly Parent Portal service, please encourage families to use the pathway as outlined below:

• STEP #1: Read about the AAPS Securly - 24-25 Parent Portal Opt-In opportunity available to all families.

• STEP #2: Sign-up on the Securly Parent Portal Program Form.

• STEP #3: Look for an email from Securly when your account is ready to go (it can take up to 48 hours to receive).

• STEP #4: Download the Securly Home App from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).

• STEP #5: Navigate the App to explore different views into your child's online safety and check out the AAPS Securly Parent Portal FAQs.

If families have any questions, they can always reach out to the Student & Family Help Desk at 734-997-1222.

College Application:

College application season has officially started at Skyline!

Here are some important dates to remember:

• Thursday, October 10, 2024 Final day to request materials needed from the school (ie: transcripts, recommendations) for college applications if applying for early action with a November 1st deadline.

• Friday November 1, 2024 - Early action applications are due.

• Monday December 2, 2024 - Final day to request materials needed from the school for college applications if applying for regular action with a January 1st deadline.

• On or before December 1st - 2025-2026 FAFSA application opens

Counseling Support Groups:

SMART Recovery Group Corner Health partners with us to offer weekly SMART recovery groups. Please reach out to your counselor for dates and times.

Girls Group A community partnership with Girls Group that meets every Monday afterschool from 3-5pm in the CUBE (B329). The first meeting will be Sept 30th. Snacks will be provided and transportation can be arranged if needed. Please contact your child’s counselor if you’re interested in more information.

In need of assistance with college essays? Interested in scholarship opportunities for the University of Michigan? Check out what's new in the Cube by clicking the link in the picture!

Action Needed:

Juniors please locate your school issued device! All Juniors must take the PSAT/NMSQT on their school issued Chromebook. If for some reason you do not have a device please stop by the library.

Critical Bluebook Update Released

A critical update to the Bluebook™ testing app was released on September 26, 2024. To avoid overwhelming our network and causing delays on test day, students must open Bluebook now and ensure the update takes place. You do not need to sign in for the update to take place.

Also, remember to check for new releases every Friday on Bluebook Updates (https://bluebook. collegeboard.org/technology/updates).

Students must always use the latest version of Bluebook while testing. Failure to do so will cause testing irregularities that may void the student(s) test score.

Action Needed:

Report any battery life issues or other performance issues with your Chromebook to ITD as soon as possible so it can be resolved prior to testing. Please call 734-997-1222 or email family_techsupport@aaps.k12.mi.us.

To access Bluebook practice tests: (https://satsuite. collegeboard.org/sat/practice-preparation/practicetests), students must launch Bluebook, sign in with their College Board account, and click Full-Length Practice.

We held our club/team fair during Skytime last week. Students had an opportunity to meet with, learn about and/or sign up for each of the clubs and teams we offer. Here is more info about meeting dates and times if parents would like to enncourage participation and or students need a reference to refer back to.

Club/Team Slideshow linked here

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:

Fri. Oct. 4- 1:30 pm

Wed. Nov. 6- 1:30 pm

Fri. Dec. 6- 8:30 am

Mon. Jan. 13- 1:30 pm

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Greetings Eagles!

Please note the time change of our Varsity Football game on Friday, October 4th. Kickoff will now be at 7:30 pm. We will be hosting a Volleyball meet and greet at the home game versus Huron on Tuesday. Please stop down and meet our new coaches and athletic director!

Wednesday, September 18th several student athletes and I visited Chelsea for the SEC Student Leadership Conference. The students learned from Craig Hillier about team leadership and how to have a season of significance!

Fall Athletic Study Table

Fall athletes can attend the athletic study table after school from 3-4 pm in the Poolside Lounge. Athletes must be listed on the fall roster provided to the Teaching Assistant or Community Assistant.

Athletic Attendance Policy (not new)

Athletes must be present 3 of the 5 hours to practice or compete in a game. Coaches are receiving a daily list of ineligible athletes due to attendance.

All students must have their id present to enter any athletic competition at Skyline, Huron, or Pioneer. Students can download their digital ID by using the QR code located in the corner.

Skyline Snack Pantry

We love being able to provide snacks for those in need that stay after school for whatever reason. All students are welcome to stop by and grab a snack. Going to practice, clubs or other after school activities, can make it a long day for some. The link to a list I have created on Amazon is below. It is only suggestions of popular items the students seem to enjoy. If It makes it easier on those who would like to just click and send to Skyline, by all means, click and order away. Please send attention to Laurie Adams so that the items get where they need to go. But many of the items are cheaper at local warehouses or grocery stores. Students also enjoy fresh fruit, clementines, apples and bananas are very popular. Snack Pantry Amazon Wish List

Thank you to all who are able to donate. All of the students who partake in the snack pantry are very much appreciative of the donations.

Weekly Schedule beginning September 29th:

Monday: Golf SEC JV Championship, Tennis Varsity Senior night @4pm, Tennis JV away,

Tuesday: Tennis Varsity @ Troy, JV home, Volleyball home vs. Huron, Swim Home vs. Bedford

Wednesday: SEC Conference@ Hills of Lenawee Golf club, Freshman FB @ Monroe,

Thursday:

Friday: Varsity Football home vs. Monroe at 7:30

Saturday: CC Portage Invite, Tennis V & JV Eisenhower Quad, Soccer @ Northville

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.

Thank you and Go Eagles!

Delsie Sissoko

Athletic Director/Assistant Principal

Homecoming was a huge success! Thank you to all the teams, volunteers, and staff for making the week a remarkable one! We exhausted the Eagle between spirit week, the pep rally, homecoming parade, the football game, and the dance! REST up Eagle and thank you for participating in all of the school events!

AAPS and Chartwells K12 are committed to partnering with local farmers and suppliers. So much of our produce is sourced from local farms right here in the state of Michigan. Through the farm to school program, students can gain access to healthy, local foods, as well as learning opportunities, including school gardens, cooking demonstrations, nutrition and wellness education and farm field trips.

Look for these items this week: Prochaska - Large Watermelon, Prochaska - Green Onions, Goetz - Green and Red Peppers, Goetz - Summer Squash/Zucchini, Prochaska - Tomato Slicers, Lesser - Macintosh, Jonamac, Primegold, Gala, Cortland, Jonathon, Empire, Empress Apples.

Academic Support

826michigan Wee-bots Writing Program for Students ages 5-8

826michigan is still taking registrations for their Saturday Drop-In Writing for Wee-bots program (ages 5-8)

• Learn more and register here

Clothing Resources

Are you in need of free or low cost clothing and household items?

Visit the Clothing and Household items page at a2schools.org for a listing of free and low cost options.

ESL Support

Sept 9th-December 20th: FREE ESL Community Tutoring Sessions by Washtenaw Literacy

The ESL Community Tutoring fall in-person schedule is here. Starting September 9th through December 20th sign up to practice English and language skills with Washtenaw Literacy. All levels of English are welcome. FREE and open to the public. Please arrive 5 minutes before the start time for each group.

• See flyer for schedule and location.

• Virtual sessions are also available. See attached Virtual ESL flyer.

Home Improvement Resources

Washtenaw County Home Improvement Program

The Office of Community and Economic Development’s Home Improvement Programs offer a variety of free home rehabilitation, weatherization, and energy optimization services to keep your home safe and comfortable and your energy bill low. Contact us today to see if you qualify for assistance!

• Visit washtenaw.org/homeimprovement, to fill out the request form or call 734-544-3008 for more information.

Health and Well-being Support

WISD’s Mental Health FREE Workshops for Parents and Caregivers

The series consists of monthly webinars on a variety of mental health topics related to youth, including: keeping youth safe online, taking care of your own mental health, vaping and marijuana use, supporting neurodivergent youth, and many more that we're working on! Workshops will be held on zoom typically the second Tuesday of the month from 7:00-8:30 p.m. Learn more and register here.

Starting Sept 18th: Mom Power: Parenting Support Group for Spanish-Speaking Moms

Mom Power is a parenting empowerment program for moms. This current session is for Spanish-speaking mothers. Mom Power meets once a week for 10 weeks from Sept 18th-Nov 20th. Moms will have the opportunity to meet other moms and learn important parenting and self-care skills. Childcare available.

• Registration: https://forms.gle/Duxdmqqkx2BYKem46

• Flyer En Espanol

Starting Oct 2nd: FREE Cooking Matters At Home Class

MSU Extension offers virtual classes on how to plan and prepare meals for children. Learn more and register here.

Back-to-School Transportation Information

Bus Transportation Information for Parents and Guardians linked here. You may also visit the AAPS website to find the above transportation information translated into 5 different languages.

*MyStop Bus Arrival App login information was sent to families Thurs. 8/22.

Space-Available School Bus Seating

In an effort to increase access and opportunity for all students, students may ride District school buses from a regularly established and scheduled bus stop on a "Space-Available Basis." This service is available to those students that live in the Ann Arbor Public Schools' attendance area, but do not live in the school's defined “ride zone.” Families interested in Space-Available Transportation must apply annually through the District and abide by all regulations, rules and guidelines set forth under this policy.

Even if your child received space-available seating last year, you must REAPPLY to receive space-available seating for the 2024-2025 school year.

AAPS webpage about Space-Available Seating

Click HERE to Apply for Space-Available Seating

Parking passes will be available for $50 Students can purchase the pass through GoFan, or with cash/check/credit card in person at registration:

To Purchase a Parking Pass Using GoFan, click HERE

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

Emailed is preferred, but If you cannot email, please call 734.994.2135

When reporting an absence, please include the following information:

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

When reporting a student’s early release, 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.

1. A student may only leave early after being called out with parent/guardian permission. Students will not be called out of classes for the first or last five minutes of class or during passing. Students will also not be called out of class after 2:30 pm. If you need a child to leave between 2:30-2:51, please call prior to 2:30 so that we may give them a pass to leave at the appropriate time. Our main office is extremely busy at the end of the day and we will not be able to accommodate call-outs after 2:30. Please plan ahead.

2. Students will not be called out of class during State Testing Days or during scheduled final exams. Please plan ahead.

Here is the link to purchase yearbooks, senior recognition ads, business ads, and to submit senior photos:

https://www.yearbooknerds.com/skyline-high-school

Please see the webpage linked here for details about what is included in the free breakfast and lunch program as well as how to add money to your child’s lunch account. Additionally, info about menus and special diet needs is included.

Translated Copies of the AAPS Calendar

Skyline Academic Calendar 2024.2025.

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

We ask that you share this info with other family members or friends who may be picking up or dropping off students. These traffic patterns are in place 24 hours a day, so the same traffic patterns apply for afterschool activties as well.

Please remember we have hundreds of student drivers on campus who are still learning the rules of the road. Please be patient with them, drive slow and pay attention while on campus.

THE SPEED LIMIT WHILE ON CAMPUS IS 10 MPH. Please drive slowly for the safety of all!

Students arriving at school should be dropped off at the student entrance using the parent drop off loop only. (At all times during the school day, students will no longer enter through the main office after 8:15 am). Students will be required to present their student ID (physical or digital) upon entry to the building. Students who have already been called out and approved for early dismissal should be picked up at the parent pick up loop at any time during the school day. The only time a student will be picked up at the main office is if a parent/guardian is coming in to pick up a student and this early release has not previously been called into the attendance line or front desk.

There is no student drop off permitted anyplace other than the drop off loop at the student entrance. Please do not drop students off in the main office, staff or student parking lots. This creates safety hazards that should be avoided by following the posted traffic route and signs on campus.

Shout out to Mr. O, Payton and Valencia for helping us make this short video to help you understand the new traffic flow on campus- check it out! New video with clarification Video linked here

Congratulations! Skyline High School has been selected as one of the high school sports programs to receive funds from the 2024 McDonald’s High School Sports Digital Fundraiser!

On October 3rd, the McDonald’s restaurant located at 373 N. Zeeb Road will be raising money for Skyline's sports programs. This restaurant will be donating 20% of all Mobile Order & Pay sales made in the McDonald’s App on Thursday, October 3rd, 2024 to your Skyline's athletic department.

The Mary A. Rackham Institute at the University of Michigan is offering a virtual workshop opportunity for parents focused on promoting school attendance in high school youth. This workshop was developed in response to the increasing attendance issues affecting high school students since the COVID-19 pandemic. The workshop will occur on Tuesday, October 1st from 12:00-1:30pm over zoom.

This parent workshop was developed to help prevent issues with school attendance in high school students. The workshop includes psychoeducation on common causes and consequences of high school absenteeism and strategies for supporting regular school attendance in high schoolers. The workshop also covers related aspects of normative adolescent development, practical steps for family routines to make school attendance more likely, tips for effective parent-teen communication, and strategies for supporting parents’ own self-care in order to increase their bandwidth for supporting their teens. In addition, communication with school staff and indicators of when it is time to seek professional help will also be covered in this workshop.