Dear Families,

As we approach the holiday season, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for our incredible school community. December is a time for reflection, celebration, and planning as we move toward the new year, and I couldn’t be more proud of what we’ve accomplished together so far this school year.

This month is bustling with activity, and we are excited to see our students continuing to shine in academics, athletics, and extracurriculars. Winter sports are officially underway, and we’re thrilled to support our student-athletes as they kick off their seasons. Girls and boys basketball, as well as girls and boys bowling, are ready to showcase their skills and teamwork. Be sure to check the school calendar for game and meet schedules so you can cheer on our teams!

December is also a time for giving back, and I’m always amazed by the generosity of our students and families. From food drives to community outreach, you consistently show what it means to come together and make a difference.

As we count down the days to winter break, I encourage everyone to focus on finishing the semester strong. Remind your students to stay on top of heir assignments, ask for help if they need it, and find time to recharge during this busy season.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Wishing you and your family a joyous holiday season and a happy, healthy new year!

Roger Opsommer

Warm regards,

• Dress Code Reminders...

  • Please come to school dressed comfortably and ready to learn.

  • You may be required to dress more scholarly for certain events (i.e. mock interview, field trips, and guest speakers)

  • Under garments must be covered at all times.

  • Hats and hoods are to be worn outside only. Headwraps and beanies must be fitted.

  • No clothing with sexual content, inappropriate suggestions, profanity, drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products.

  • Shorts must be 3 inches in length at inseam. Skirts should be the equivalent in length to shorts.

  • Crop Tops should be at or below the belly button.

  • V necklines should be no lower than the end of your armpits.

  • Backpacks of a reasonable size are permitted.

  • Any other items deemed unsafe or disruptive by the Dean of Students or Principal.

Atherton Junior/Senior High School

Dean of Students: Chane Clingman

Main Office: Rachelle Gonzalez, Holli Purdue

Email: rgonzalez@athertonschools.org

hpurdue@athertonschools.org

Website: www.athertonschools.org
Location: 3354 S. Genesee Rd., Burton, MI 48519
Phone: (810) 591-9184

• Monday, December 16 - Comfy Cozy Day. Wear your favorite Pajamas!
  
  

• Tuesday, December 17 - Holiday Character Day. Wear something that shows your favorite holiday character!
  
  

• Wednesday, December 18 - Wacky Winter Wednesday. Wear mismatched clothes, your outside clothing, anything wacky that falls within the school rules!
  
  

• Thursday, December 19 - Wacky Tacky Ugly Shirt Day. Wear your Ugly Christmas Sweater/any Ugly shirt!
  
  

• Friday December 20 - Freezy Friday.Winter White Out Day-Let’s white out the stands for our Dodgeball tournament!

🏀 JV/Varsity Boys Basketball

January 10, 2025 VS Beecher

January 17, 2025 VS Flint Elite

January 23, 2025 VS IAF

January 31, 2025 VS Bendle

February 11, 2025 VS SASA

February 13, 2025 Frankel Jewish

February 18, 2025 Bentley

🏀 High School Girls Basketball

December 10, 2024 VS Genesee

January 10, 2025 VS Beecher

January 17, 2025 VS Flint Elite

January 23, 2025 VS IAF

January 31, 2025 VS Bendle

February 11, 2025 VS SASA

February 13, 2025 VS Frankel Jewish

February 18, 2025 VS Bentley

🏐 Middle School Girls Volleyball

January 21, 2025 VS Beecher

January 27, 2025 VS Genesee

February 12, 2025 VS Bendle

February 10, 2025 VS Bentley

February 26, 2025 VS IAF

March 5, 2025 VS New Standard

Welcome to our high school sporting events! To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, please adhere to the following policies:

ALL ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS are welcome to attend, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Unaccompanied K-8 students will not be permitted entry.

PROHIBITED ITEMS: For the safety and convenience of all attendees, backpacks and large purses are not allowed inside the event. Please leave these items at home or secure them in your vehicle.

NO REENTRY: Once you leave the event, reentry will not be permitted. Please ensure you have everything you need before entering the venue. This includes half-time.

THIS POLICY STARTS IMMEDIATELY FOR ALL HOME ATHLETIC EVENTS.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION AND UNDERSTANDING. ENJOY THE GAME!

Genesee Athletic Conference game attendance rules.

• No re-entry once you enter the game.
• All middle school kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
• No backpacks. All other bags will be checked.
• Bring your school ID.

Regular Schedule

1st Hour 7:30 – 8:30

2nd Hour 8:34 – 9:34

3rd Hour 9:38 - 10:38

4th Hour 10:42 – 12:15

A Lunch 10:42 – 11:15

B Lunch 11:15 – 11:40

5th Hour 12:20 – 1:20

6th Hour 1:24 – 2:30

Half Day Schedule

1ST Hour 7:30 – 8:05

2nd Hour 8:09 – 8:44

3rd Hour 8:48 – 9:23

4th Hour 9:27 – 10:02

5th Hour 10:06- 10:41

6th Hour 10:45 – 11:20

Early Release Schedule

1st Hour 7:30 – 8:15

2nd Hour 8:19– 9:04

3rd Hour 9:08– 9:53

4th Hour 9:57-10:38

A Lunch 10:42 – 11:07

B Lunch 11:15 – 11:40

5th Hour 10:42 – 12:15

C Lunch 11:50 – 12:15

6th Hour 12:20-1:00

Regular Schedule

1st Hour and seminar 7:30 – 8:49

2nd Hour 8:53 – 9:53

3rd Hour 9:57 - 10:42

4th Hour 10:45 – 11:45

C Lunch 11:45-12:10

5th Hour 12:15 – 1:15

6th Hour 1:20 – 2:30

Half Day Schedule

Zero Hour 7:30-7:45

1ST Hour 7:49 – 8:18

2nd Hour 8:22 – 8:50

3rd Hour 8:54 – 9:23

4th Hour 9:27 – 10:02

5th Hour 10:06- 10:40

6th Hour 10:44 – 11:20

Early Release Schedule

Zero Hour 7:30-7:45

1st Hour 7:49 – 8:30

2nd Hour 8:34– 9:15

3rd Hour 9:19– 9:53

4th Hour 9:57-10:40

5th Hour 10:44 – 11:45

C Lunch 11:45-12:10

6th Hour 12:15-1:00