Skyline Families,

Last Chance for Hall of Fame Tickets!

The deadline to purchase tickets for our Inaugural High School Hall of Fame Dinner & Ceremony is fast approaching! Please read the article for the full details linked here.

End of the Trimester Reminders/ Revisions
As we approach the end of the trimester, please remind your student(s) to check their grades, complete any outstanding assignments, and connect with their teachers if needed. Let's finish strong!

Last day for Tri 2 classes is March 7th

Exams March 10-12th

Tri 3 begins on March 13

African American Humanities Evening Performance – You’re Invited!
Join us for a special evening performance by our amazing African American Humanities students! Experience a night of talent, creativity, and passion as our students take the stage.
Skyline Auditorium
Thursday, Feb. 27
6:00 pm

We look forward to seeing you there!

As always, thank you for your continued support. Have a great week!

Your Skyline Administration Team,

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

Monday

• Greece Trip Information Session 5:00

Wednesday

• No Skytime (regular bell schedule)
  

Thursday

• Skytime
• Course Requests for 25-26 due in PS and paper copy in Skytime
• Assembly Schedule- African American Humanities Performance
• African American Humanities Evening Performance 6:00pm

Friday

• Ramadan begins at Sunset

Upcoming Important Dates:

• March 4 - Early Release Schedule
• March 7 - Last day of Trimester 2 classes
• March 10 - 12: Trimester 2 exams
• March 11 - PTSO Meeting, 7pm
• March 13 - First day of Trimester 3
• March 14 - Spring Fling Dance, 7pm
• March 15 - Hall of Fame Celebration Event @ Webers, 6:30pm
• March 17 - Coffee with the Principals, 1:30pm

Class of 2028

Rising 10th Grade Course Selection Sheet ( Current 9th graders)

Scheduling Presentation Slides for Current 9th graders

Recording of the Scheduling Presentation for Current 9th graders

Class of 2027

Rising 11th Grade Course Selection Sheet ( Current 10th graders)

Scheduling Presentation Slides for Current 10th graders

Recording of Scheduling Presentation for Current 10th graders

Class of 2026

Rising 12th Grade Course Selection Sheet (Current 11th graders)

Scheduling Presentation Slides for Current 11th graders

Recording of Scheduling Presentation for Current 11th graders

For all students

4 year plan template for your planning linked here
PowerSchool Portal Entry Instructions linked here

Recently we had a few tshirts made for the admin team and everyone loved them, so we created a pop up shop for everyone to be able to get one. Here is the link to the We Run This City gear. You can ship to your house or the school. The shop closes 2/27. ( See image on the right to see what the shirts look like)

The National Merit Scholarship Program is an annual academic competition that awards college scholarships and national recognition to high school seniors.

High school students enter the National Merit Scholarship competition by simply taking the PSAT/NMSQT test in the fall of their junior year.

The National Merit Scholarships are worth $2500.00!

The winners of the $2500 scholarships will be announced on May 7, 2025.

Sky SAS - Spring Fling Dance

Friday, March 14th

7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Doors Close at 8:30 pm

Payment Options:

● Cash
● Check (payable to Skyline High School)
● Credit Card (a $1 fee applies)

Ticket Sales Dates:

● Thur 3/6: Lunch - $10

● Fri 3/7: Lunch - $10

● Thur 3/13: Lunch - $10

● Fri 3/14: Lunch - $10 (No Credit Card Sales on Fri 3/14)

● Fri 3/14: Door of Dance - $20(No Credit Card Sales on Fri 3/14)

These ticket sales dates have been updated to reflect the new Final Exam Schedule.

Guest Form Information:

● Guest forms are due by Monday, March 10th at 3 PM.

● Guest tickets cannot be purchased until the Skyline Administration approves the form.

● To check if the form is approved, students can find the link in their Grade Level Schoology Group under the Resource Tab.

● Link: Sky Dance Guest Form - March 2025

● Forms are also available in the SLC Offices (A115) or the Grade Level Schoology Group.

Additional Information:

● Guests must attend and check in with the Sky student they are the guest of for the dance.

● Bag/Purse Policy: ALL ITEMS will be searched and must be checked into coat check.

● All Sky Students and Guests must have a ticket and ID to enter the dance.

Dance Attire:

The Spring Fling Dance dress code is Dressy Casual (think wedding or holiday party). We encourage sustainability, so feel free to swap outfits, shoes, and accessories with friends or “spring clean” your closet and wear something again! Our goal is to create a fun, dress-up event without the need to buy anything new!

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 – Stay Sharp, Stay Ready
• FAFSA Workshop @ Neutral Zone (Ann Arbor) – Need cash for college? Pull up to the FAFSA workshop and get that financial aid locked in. Experts will be on deck to help you secure the bag. Don’t miss out!
• US Army National Guard Visit – Thinking about service, scholarships, or career training? The National Guard is rolling through this week—stop by, ask questions, and see what opportunities they’ve got for you.
• Scholarships & Financial Aid – Free money is out there, and it’s got your name on it. Learn how to secure scholarships and financial aid to make college more affordable. Don’t leave money on the table!
• Meet with Mr. Woodford – Got questions about life after high school? College, trade school, military, or straight to the workforce—whatever your path, Mr. Woodford’s got the game plan. Set up a meeting and map out your future.

Let’s get to it!

Greetings Eagles!

We are aware the shifting of exam dates causes them to fall on our Spring Tryout dates. As a school we will provide a study hall for any athlete that needs to stay at school after exams to attend a spring tryout. Please know the student will not be able to come and go, but are expected to stay in the designated area with the Skyline Staff member and study. Please provide snacks and additional food for your student athlete. We will have a sign up for this study hall released next week.

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

*we are still looking for a JV girls tennis coach! If you or someone you know is interested please encourage them to apply:

https://www.applitrack.com/WISD/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?district=1192&category=Athletics%2FActivities

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

Skyline Dates

Wed 2/26 - 11:15-12:15

Tues 3/11 - 11:15-12:15 (rescheduled due to exams)

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

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

Weekly Schedule beginning February 23, 2025

Sunday: Girls varsity hockey @Yost

Monday:

Tuesday: Girls basketball @ Saline

Wednesday: Boys basketball districts @ Dexter vs. Pioneer, 7 pm

Thursday: Varsity girls basketball @ Ferndale

Friday: Boys varsity swimming @ Saline

Saturday: Boys varsity swimming @ Saline

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.

You are being invited to the next Washtenaw County Special Education Inclusion Coffee & Conversation will be held on March 5, 2025, from 8:15-11:00 am at the WISD TLC. This event is intended to bring families, students, community organizations and educational professionals together to listen and discuss current and relevant topics in special education. All details are in the flyer below and attached to this email. You can also click on this link to register and learn more!

• Current Building Inclusion Coaches, Level 1 & Level 2, this RCN Meeting is one of the expectations in order for you to stay current.
• Building Inclusion Coaches-in-Training,Level 1 & Level 2 we would love to extend this to you as well, however, this is voluntary and we do have a meeting the next day so if you can't, we can give a quick synopsis.
• Administrators: If you are interested in beginning to plan a Peer to Peer program, we invite you to attend and/or to share with staff and families

Keep your eyes and calendars open for more information about our last remaining Washtenaw County Special Education Inclusion Coffee & Conversations on May 14, 2025 to discuss and learn more about other hot topics!

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