Weekly Family Newsletter

Burns Park Elementary

“History has shown us that courage can be contagious,

and hope can take on a life of its own.”

- Michelle Obama -

From the Principals

Sunday, February 4th, 2024

Happy Black History Month!

The start of February marks the start of Black History Month, a time dedicated to celebrating Black lives, Black culture and Black excellence. It is a time to remember those that worked hard and sacrificed much to gain equal rights for Black families in America.

Carter G Woodson originally started Negro History week during the week of February 12th and February 14th. These dates coincide with the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglas, two American heroes that Woodson and Black communities celebrated together. Our students can find a diverse selection of texts in our library to celebrate Black excellence this month and every month.

Save the Date for NAAPID on February 12th, 2024! Families are invited to join their students during their lunch hour. Check out the invite below for grade specific times.

February 14th marks a lot of exciting days for us at school - The 100th Day, Valentine's Day and Student County Day. Teachers will communicate with you any class specific details for this day.

A BIG shoutout and congratulations to Ms. Embry and her 5th grade students for getting a ZERO at Winter Survival - a Burns Park first! This means that students safely and completely extinguished their campfires and cleaned up all food and litter. Way to go!

With Peace and Love,

Principals Bullock & Miller

New News from Burns Park

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From the PTO

Hello BPE PTO Families,

We hope everyone had terrific 20th week of school. Burns Park Elementary enjoyed its 99th birthday on February 2, 2024 and if you are interested in joining the 100th Anniversary Committee, please email info@bpepto.org.

Our next PTO meeting will be Wednesday, Feb. 14 at 7pm via Zoom.

Girls on the Run

Calling all 3-5th grade families: Girls On the Run is Seeking a Coach/Coaches for Spring.

Girls on the Run coaches are trained volunteers who lead a team of participants through a season of powerful and fun lessons. You do not need to be a runner; you simply need to have a desire to support and encourage the next generation. Coaches receive all the tools and support they need and find that they get as much out of coaching as they give.

Here is a link for those who are interested: https://www.girlsontherunsemi.org/coach

If you have any questions about coaching, you can contact Sarah Gizzi sarah@girlsontherunsemi.org or for BPE specific questions contact Viki Tijunelis vsusinskas@gmail.com

Yearbook Pictures Needed!

Upload photos here. Simply select the down arrow and find the folder for your grade or the special. Each grade has its own folder with subfolders for parties and field trips. All the specials’ classes, lunch/recess and all-school events have their own folders. Please tag the photos with the classroom teacher name and topic. For example, “Hane Lansing Field Trip” or “McMath Halloween.”

Names of the students pictured are not required but a label/tag naming the activity is needed. The administration provides us a list of students not to include, so we will remove those students accordingly. Photographs of activities not affiliated with Burns Park Elementary, such as Ann Arbor Rec & Ed Soccer should not be included.

Have questions? Contact us at yearbook@bpepto.org. Please do not email us photographs – it’s easier to upload them here.

Open Volunteer Opportunities – School Wide

Fundraising: We’re looking for people who enjoy fundraising and seeking sponsors to join our PTO fundraising team! PTO Development Coordinator Rachel Ufer is looking to train our next generation of BP development coordinators! Interested? Contact info@bpepto.org to learn more.

Burns Park 100th Anniversary Committee: We’re working with the BP administrators and school staff to plan celebrations in honor of Burns Park Elementary’s 100th Anniversary! We need enthusiastic planners to help lead the efforts. Interested? Contact info@bpepto.org to learn more.

Open Volunteer Opportunities – Class Wide

Library Helper: Volunteer to meet your child’s class during Media class and help Ms. Erdstein. Brochure, and Signup Genius link

Art Angels: Volunteer to meet your child’s class during Art class and help Ms. Conner. Brochure, and Signup Genius link.

Your Burns Park PTO,

Al Masias, President
Kory Zhao, President-Elect
info@bpepto.org

Join the Burns Park Directory!

From the Community

Save The Dates

February 10th, 2024

Lunar New Year

February 12th, 2024

NAAPID

February 16th - 20th

No School - Mid Winter Break

February 27th

No School - Presidential Primary Election

AAPS Community Resources for Students and Families

Information from Previous Newsletters

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Background Checks for Volunteers

Please remember that for all during school hours events and field trips, a background check for volunteers is required. You may find a digital copy here. Please submit all copies to the front office or email them to nollenm@aaps.k12.mi.us. If you would like a physical copy, please visit Meghan or Christina in the front office. Thank you!