The Eagle's Beak

Dear Auburn Families,

As we move into Thanksgiving break, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your partnership and support. Your dedication to your children’s education and our school community is truly appreciated.

Thank you for trusting us to nurture and guide your children every day. Together, we are building a strong foundation for their future, and I couldn’t be more thankful for the incredible families that make our school such a special place.

Wishing you a restful and joyful Thanksgiving break filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments with your loved ones. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, December 2nd!

With gratitude,

Principal Byas

Dear Parents and Students,

We are excited to announce the 12 Days of Good Attendance, designed to encourage students to maintain consistent attendance as we approach the holiday break. This initiative will run from December 5, 2024 through December 20, 2024, and will include daily prize drawings.

Each day, one winner will be selected from each grade level to receive a small prize. On December 20, 2024, a special drawing will be held for students who have achieved perfect attendance throughout the 12-day period. The lucky winners will enjoy a special treat: Cookies with Ms. Courts.

All students who are present at school during this time are eligible for the daily drawings, regardless of grade level. We encourage everyone to participate by being present and on time each day!

Thank you for your support, and we look forward to celebrating good attendance with our students as we head into the holiday season!

Warm regards,

Ms. Courts
Dean of Students

Avondale Families,

This is a reminder for all families to complete the CEP Education Benefits Application, if you have not already for this school year. Although school meals are free for all students, it is critical that all households complete the CEP Education Benefits Application.

This information determines the amount of money our schools receive from a variety of State and Federal supplemental programs like Title I A, At-Risk (31a), Title II A, E-Rate, etc. These supplemental programs have the potential to offer supports and services for our students including, but not limited to:

• Instructional supports (staff, supplies and materials, etc.)
• Non-instructional services (counseling, social work, health services, etc.)
• Professional learning for staff
• Parent and community engagement supplies and activities
• Technology

Families can submit their completed application online through the Meal Magic Family Portal. Any questions can be forwarded to Megan Haase at megan.haase@avondaleschools.org.

Please complete and submit the application as soon as possible to ensure that additional funding for our school is available to meet the needs of our students. All information on the application submitted is confidential. Without your assistance in completing and returning the application, our schools cannot maximize the use of available State and Federal funds.

🎉 Attention Auburn Families!

We have thrilling news—Auburn Elementary is officially on Facebook! 📱✨ Come check us out, hit that "Like" button, give us some stars and share in all the new and exciting updates and events, both past and upcoming. Join our community and stay connected! We can’t wait to share this journey with you! 🎊💙 https://www.facebook.com/AuburnRockStars

The week of December 2-6 is B schedule.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, please remember that appropriate shoes are required. This helps us adhere to our dress code and keeps everyone safe while they engage in physical activities.

If you have any questions or concerns about this requirement, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help!

Thank you for your cooperation and partnership.

Auburn Families Please use the following link to gain access to the breakfast & lunch menu.

https://avondale.nutrislice.com/menu/auburn

• 11/25 through 11/29 no school due to Thanksgiving Break

• 12/2/24 - School Resumes

• 12/4/24 - Picture Retake Day

• 12/5/24 - Optimist Student of the Month Breakfast (3rd grade); by invitation only

• 12/5/24 - PTO meeting @ 6:00pm Auburn Media Center

• 12/6/24 - Student of the Month Breakfast @ 8:00am Auburn Media Center; by invitation only

• 12/6/24 - Coffee with the Principal @ 7:45am Auburn Media Center & following the student of the month breakfast

• 12/6/24 - Student of the Month Assembly @ 8:45am Auburn gymnasium led by 3rd grade

• 12/6/24 - Battle of the Books meetings for 4th and 5th grade

Dear Parents,

As a token of appreciation, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography!

• 50% off a purchase of $50+ with code USNOV50
• 40% off a purchase of $40+ with code USNOV40
• 30% off a purchase of $30+ with code USNOV30

Valid through 12/1/24

To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an online account. Don't forget to order your FREE Digital SmileSafe card!

More about the Smilesafe program here.

Thank you!

Exciting news!

Auburn is launching a Spirit Wear fundraiser, and we’d love for you to join in on the fun! Check out the link to order your Auburn gear — the deadline to place your order is November 24. Let’s show our school pride by rocking our Auburn gear together!

https://auburnelementarystore2024.itemorder.com/shop/home/

These items also make perfect holiday gifts, so be sure to grab a few to to pass out those grandparents, aunt's and uncle's, god-parents etc. while the season is upon us.

Thank you for your support — we can’t wait to see everyone sporting their Auburn spirit!

We hope this message finds you well! We’re reaching out to ask for your support in collecting new or gently used clothes for our Auburn scholars. All sizes are welcome and needed.

If you’re able to contribute, we kindly ask that the clothing be washed and folded. Thank you so much for your generosity and support!

If you have any questions, please contact Billie Chafin

billie.chafin@avondaleschools.org

Dear Avondale Family,

I hope you are well!

We are working to fill our remaining open paraeducator positions. If you have any friends, neighbors, etc. who would be a good fit please have them apply through the Oakland School Consortium or have them reach out directly to Jackie Zaremba at Jackie.Zaremba@AvondaleSchools.org for assistance or questions.

Our open paraeducator positions are the following:

• 2 ASD Paraeducators at Auburn Elementary
• School Safety Specialist at Avondale High School
• ASD Paraeducator at Avondale High School
• CI Paraeducator at Avondale Middle School
• ELD Paraeducator at Avondale Middle School
• Safety Specialist at Avondale Middle School
• ECSE Paraeducator at Woodland Educator

For current paraeducators a stipend of one hundred dollars ($100) will be paid for the first new hire referral and two hundred dollars ($200) for each referral thereafter. Payment(s) will be made via payroll upon completion of the referred employees completed probationary period.

Thank you in advance!

Take Care,

Sharon

Hi all,

This is a reminder of the upcoming Information Nights at GATE Magnet School on December 4 and January 15.

This year, our charity is called Friends of Foster Kids. We are collecting extra resources like hoodies, toys, toiletries, shampoo, conditioner, toothbrushes, and more to help the children in the foster care system.

The wishlist is attached below and will also be in the district-wide newsletter.

Please purchase clothes in any size to include all children.

Amazon Wishlist

Sincerely,

Avondale High School Leadership

Alissa Nalou

Good Morning!

Here is the most recent Athletic Newsletter!

Last night I had the pleasure of spending my evening at Avondale Middle School to see the 7th & 8th Grade Home Opener for Boys Basketball and Cheer. Both teams were victorious over Larson Middle School!

The 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Cheerleaders were full of spirit on the sidelines! It was a great evening! I hope you enjoy my pictures of this event in my newsletter.

Go Mustangs!

I hope you all have a wonderful break!

Thanks,

Denise

Now more than ever, parents and students should familiarize themselves with OK2SAY, which is Michigan’s student safety program to help keep students safe. Anyone can report tips confidentially on criminal activities or potential harm directed at students, school employees or schools.

Tips, which can be anonymous, can be reported in 31 different tip categories, including planned school attacks, threats, bullying and more. Tips can be submitted 24/7 in one of the following ways:

• Call: 8-555-OK2SAY, 855-565-2729
• Text: 652729 (OK2SAY)
• Email OK2SAY
• Visit the OK2SAY website
• OK2SAY Mobile App: Available for download in both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store for iOS and Android mobile devices.