Bobcat Broadcast
March 3, 2023
A Message from Mrs. Caudill
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.
We look forward to this wonderful opportunity for your child to be a leader and also be the owner of his/her learning. We hope you enjoy this special time to explore your child’s growth throughout this school year!
Stay Well,
Devon Caudill
Mark Your Calendars
March 3 - End of Second Marking Period
March 9 - PTA Meeting 11:30 am @ Northville Sports Den
March 11 - NEF Night for Northville Casino Night
March 14 - PTA Bonaventure Skating Night
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
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Bobcat Pride Press
The newsletter made for Amerman kids, by Amerman kids is back for the 4th year in a row. Check out the twenty third issue of the 2022-2023 school-year below!
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 23
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 22
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 21
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 20
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 19
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 18
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 17
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 16
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 15
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 14
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 13
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 12
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 11
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 10
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 9
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 8
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 7
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 6
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 5
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 4
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 3
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 2
- BPP Volume 4 - Issue 1
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Pick-Up and Drop Off Reminders
This week we have had SEVERAL complaints of parents being impatient, unkind and rude to each other during arrival and dismissal. As a reminder, everyone is there to do the same thing - drop off and pick up their child(ren) from school. Please be patient with one another. There are days when the loop runs slow or traffic gets backed up. This is the fault of no one. Also, volunteers are outside (in the cold) to ensure our students are safe. A bit of kindness to them goes a long way as well.
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February Roar Award Assembly
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Kids Empowerment Assembly
This week our fifth graders started out the week with an assembly called Kids Empowerment. It was a great way to start Inclusion Week. The presenters went over how to handle situations like meanness, unsportsmanship and how to be a good friend. This was all possible thanks to our PTA!
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Author Visit - Mark Crilley
Thanks to our super supportive PTA our whole school enjoy an author visit from Mark Crilley. Mark Crilly is a author/illustrator of a series of graphic novels and prose novel adaptations. He read to the students, drew some characters and talked about how a book is created. Fun fact, it was on the Amerman playground MANY year ago that he got the inspiration for one of his books!
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Inclusion week - High School Visitors
Inclusion week was just not about spirit days. This week we also had visitors from the high school that came to each classroom and taught a lesson on what it means to be inclusive and a kind classmate. Every grade level received a lesson that was appropriate to their age. Our Bobcats loved being taught by the Mustangs!
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March is Reading Month Family Tip of the Week
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bobcat bookdrive
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Lucky Grams Are Back!
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Gently use pants needed
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SUMMER PROGRAMMING FOR CURRENT K-5 NORTHVILLE STUDENTS
We are excited to offer free Summer Programming for all current NPS K-5 Students again this summer! There are 2 sessions to choose from, which run Monday through Thursday, from 8:30am to 11:30am. No school on Fridays!
Summer Programming: Monday through Thursday, from 8:30am to 11:30am
- Session 1 - June 26, 2023 through July 20, 2023 (No school July 3-July 4th)
- Session 2 - July 24, 2023 through August 17, 2023
Each student may register for only one session. Your child will receive reading, math and science instruction throughout the course of each day. In addition, STEM activities and Social-Emotional Learning will also be woven into instruction. The Summer Program will be in person at Moraine Elementary and taught by a highly qualified teacher. Please complete the K-5 Summer Program Sign Up if you would like to register your child. Please note that space may be limited, based on the number of students that register. Students should be enrolled in their current grade level. The deadline to register your child is March 17th, 2023. Please read our Frequently Asked Questions document for more information.
Thank you,
Mr. Pat Scott, scottpa@northvilleschools.org
Dr. Sandra Brock, brocksa@northvilleschools.org
Ms. Molly Garcia, garciamo@northvilleschools.org
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optional reading month calendar
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Girls on the run - 3rd - 5th grade
Registration is now open for the spring session of Girls on the Run! Please clink on the link below. Girls will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays right after school.
http://apm.activecommunities.com/ymcadetroit/Activity_Search/88888
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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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NEF's Annual Night for Northville
Now is your chance to purchase tickets to the premier event of the season.Northville Educational Foundation's Night for Northville presented by Royal Truck & Utility Trailer. Tickets are on sale now! This year we are again Betting on our Students at an exciting Casino Night!
Join us Saturday, March 11th at 6:30 PM at Northville Square! We will have more Casino tables available this year, amazing silent auction, heavy hors d'oeuvres and open bar provided by The Lava Grille Northville, delicious beer provided by North Center Brewing Company, dancing, wine pull and much more!
NEW THIS YEAR ---> Become our VIP! Limited tickets available for VIP Cocktail event. VIP tickets include early admittance at 6:00pm, reserved seating and cocktails at the exclusive bar in Lava Grille for the entire Casino Night Event, free valet, and a special Thank You swag bag! VIP Cocktail Event is sponsored by Kiss My Lash of Northville!
Visit https://www.supportnef.org/night-for-northville to purchase your tickets!
Back this year - Amerman's PTA can win $500!! How does it work?! It’s simple - A $500 check will be written to the PTA for the school with the most attendees represented at Night for Northville. Don’t forget to write Amerman's name in the “Additional Notes” section when you register! Last year Winchester was the big winner…. maybe Amerman will receive the big check this year!?
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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!
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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
Amerman PTA is in need of new executive board members for the 2023-24 school year. The election will be held at the May general meeting. Serving on the board is a great way to model leadership to your student(s), give back to the Amerman community, forge new relationships and even enhance your resume. Open positions include Vice President and Treasurer. No experience necessary and training/documentation from past officers will be provided. Interested members should contact Barb Morad at president@amermanpta.com.
Bobcat Bash 2023
Save the date for the annual Bobcat Bash! Planning for Amerman PTAs biggest event is already underway. Look for ticket sales to begin in May. Stay tuned for more information and volunteer signups.
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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)
Wellness Wednesdays are all about self-love and self-care! Teens and Tweens join us for one of these programs:
- Yoga & Balance for the Body and Mind for Tweens (9-12) - Wednesday, March 8th 4:30-5:30pm Facilitated by Stephanie Rife, Yoga Instructor
- Be Body Kind for Teens (13-18) - Wednesday, March 15th 6:00-7:00pm Body image can be challenging. Learn ways to improve your relationship with your body, and tips on how to handle the tough days.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!
All School Read-in
Recess Cheer!
Literary Essay Tasting
Amerman Elementary
Email: caudillde@northvilleschools.org
Website: amerman.northvilleschools.org
Phone: 248-465-2100
Twitter: @amermannv