Principal's Post

As we approach the short week ahead, I wanted to take the opportunity to thank all of you for making the Angell community such a wonderful place to learn for all of our students and staff. We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with you to make a positive impact on all of our students. I also want to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving Holiday. My wish for everyone is that you get to have some much-needed family time filled with joy and happiness. As I look ahead, I am amazed that we will only have fifteen days of school after the Thanksgiving Break before the New Year's break.

Our PTA is sponsoring a Holiday Shop where students can choose and purchase gifts for family members for the holiday season. We recognize that some our families may not have the means to support such an experience at school. In an effort to be inclusive and provide all students an opportunity to participate, our PTA has dedicated funds to support students.

If you would like your child to participate but cannot afford to send funds into school, please complete the form linked below and I will work with our PTA to privately provide your child an opportunity to participate. We will provide your child the same form used by all students with a designated amount to spend.

One final note . . . . if you did not get a chance to run into me last week, I wanted to share that I did follow through on our Fun Run goal if dyeing my hair. Our top achieving class, Mrs. Hoerner, picked the color purple. Needless to say, the color is super bright. Thank you to Mrs. Duraney for sharing her time and talents to help accomplish this goal. Enjoy some pictures of the hair coloring session posted below.

Enjoy the rest of the weekend and see you on Monday.

Take care,

Vince Gigliotti

Angell Principal

Also, included in this edition of the Principal’s Post . . . . . .

• Caring and Sharing Information
• Glow Lunch
• Angell Network News
• PTA Information
• Angell Family Turkey Trot
• Spirit Wear Sale
• Class Funds
• PTA Membership Link
• Holiday Shop Coming Soon
• Camp Invention
• Varsity Tutors
• Upcoming Events
• Volunteer Release Form
• Nuts and Bolts
• Music Concert Schedule

Sincerely,

Mr. Gigliotti

Angell Principal

Our community exceeded its overall Fun Run goal. As a result our students will get to enjoy a special Glow Lunch on Monday, November 25th.

Week of November 25th, 2024

Upcoming Events!

PTA Meeting

Our next PTA meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 3rd at 7:00pm in the Angell Media Center. All are welcome!

Holiday Gift Shop: Coming soon! Angell PTA will host its annual Holiday Shop the week of December 9th - 13th. See the graphics below for more information. Schedules and more detailed information will be shared as the date approaches.

PTA Sponsored Events

See the fliers below about Holiday Shop, Angell Turkey Trot, Class Funds and Spirit Wear.

PTA Membership

Please consider joining. Get involved and help support our Angell Community.

Printable Membership Form: PTA Membership Form
Join the PTA online: https://angellpta.memberhub.com/store
Volunteer / Chair Opportunities: Angell PTA Committees

Angell Dad’s Club

Know any dads who want to get involved? They are absolutely welcome to join our PTA but we also have an Angell Dad's Club!
Meetings: 3rd Thursday of the month at 7pm at Dog and Pony Show Brewing
Facebook: Angell Dad's Club
Contact: Rob Herman

Email: rob.herman@outlook.com

Social Media
Follow us on our social media pages to get important information and updates!
Facebook: Angell PTA Facebook Page
Instagram: angellfishpta

*2024- 2025 Angell PTA Board*

Bridget Rock - PTA President
Nicole Feys and Erin Steinger - PTA Co -Vice Presidents
Kelsey Cole- PTA Secretary
Tara Samson - PTA Treasurer

The Angell Holiday Shop is right around the corner! We are looking for Parent Volunteers to help students shop and wrap their gifts. Teachers have chosen their shopping times and are listed on the sign-up for you to choose accordingly. Click the link to sign up!

What is Camp Invention?

A STEM summer camp where kids build creative inventions. Led by certified local educators, Camp Invention offers new and exciting hands-on activities every year for kids entering grades K-6.

2025 Program: Discover

This year’s brand-new program will illuminate imaginations, inspire curiosity and help kids build essential STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) skills through collaboration and problem solving. Campers explore hands-on challenges and open-ended adventures designed to unlock creativity and help them shine their brightest!

Secure Your Spot Today

• Register online or call 800-968-4332
• Grades: K - 6th
• Location: Norup International School
• 14450 Manhattan Street, Oak Park, MI 48237
• Date: June 23 - 27, 2025
• Time & Cost: 9 am - 3:30 pm | $275 (before discount)
• Camp Director: Kimberly Ternus | kimberly.ternus@berkleyschools.org | (248) 837-8655
  
  

Current Offer: $35 off with code GIFT35 if you sign up by 12/31.

Berkley Schools has partnered with Varsity Tutors for Schools, an online platform with access to free learning tools.

The Varsity Tutors Platform gives students more opportunities to learn at their own pace, to get support on subjects they might be struggling with, to explore subjects they are learning in class and to support their curiosities. The platform includes the following:

• 24/7 on-demand chat tutoring and on-demand essay review to help students with any questions about homework, classwork or test prep.

• Live group classes, recorded classes and celebrity-led StarCourses allow students to learn more about the subjects they’re interested in and add a touch of fun.

• Assessments and self study practice problems provide opportunities to drill skills towards mastery.

• College prep & admissions resources ensure that students have the best resources available.
  
  

How to Access Varsity Tutors

Sign into the Varsity Tutors platform through the student Clever portal. To learn how to log into Clever with your child’s Berkley Schools Google account, follow these directions.

Learn More & Get Started!

• Varsity Tutors Berkley Schools Launchpad

• Frequently Asked Questions

• Varsity Tutors video overview

Monday, November 25

Pledge Leaders: Zimcosky

Tuesday, November 26

Pledge Leaders: Zimcosky

Wednesday, November 27

Thanksgiving Holiday

Thursday, November 28

Thanksgiving Holiday

Friday, November 29

Thanksgiving Holiday

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Monday, December 2

Pledge Leaders: Wexler

Tuesday, December 3

Pledge Leaders: Wexler

7:00pm: PTA Meeting

Wednesday, December 4

Pledge Leaders: Wexler

Thursday, December 5

Pledge Leaders: Wexler

8:15 am: Respect Circle

6:00pm: PTA Holiday Craft Night

Friday, December 6

Pledge Leaders: Wexler

Caring and Sharing $1 Donation: MVP Day

Parents are encouraged to volunteer in classrooms, chaperone field trips, and be a volunteer driver. In order to volunteer in the classroom or on school-sponsored functions, all parents or guardians must complete the Volunteer Release Form and be approved through the district process prior to any activities. Please allow up to 2 weeks for processing.

New this year - Volunteer forms will be completed online (see button below). There is an option to fill out the Chaperone Section within the online Volunteer form. Driver forms must be completed using the usual paper copy format. Remember to submit a copy of your current driver's license and proof of insurance with ALL Driver Forms even if you submitted your driver's license online.

Volunteer forms must be completed every year. If you were an approved volunteer last year, you still must complete the process again for the 2024-2025 school year.

By clicking on the Nuts and Bolts button below you will be able to access information about:

• Arrival and Dismissal Procedures
• Traffic Patterns
• Health Forms
• Food Free Policy
• Snack Ideas
• Daily Schedule Information
• Bell Times
• Specials Schedules
• Wednesdays Rotations
• Lunch Information
• Breakfast Information
• Spiritwear
• iCalendar Updates

We are fortunate to have two talented music educators leading our music program this year. Mrs. Kathy Manuel and Ms. Maiuri. Mrs. Manuel also teaches at Burton Elementary and Ms. Maiuri teaches at Rogers Elementary, as well. We have made some adjustments to our performance calendar this year so please disregard any published dates that may appear on the district calendar. Moving forward please reference the dates below:

• 2nd Grade - February 27, 2025 at 6:00 P.M. @ Angell
• 3rd Grade - February 27, 2025 at 6:45 P.M. @ Angell
• 4th Grade - February 27, 2025 at 7:30 P.M. @ Angell
• Kindergarten - May 8, 2025 at 6:00 P.M. @ Angell
• 1st Grade - May 8, 2025 at 6:45 P.M. @ Angell
• 5th Grade Choir - May 22, 205 at 7:00 P.M. @ AMS (with Pattengill, Rogers, & AMS)

Please take note that all but the 5th grade concert will be in the Angell Gymnasium due to construction projects across the district. We look forward to seeing all of our families at the performances later in the year as we showcase our students' talents.

Email: vincenzo.gigliotti@berkleyschools.org
Website: https://www.berkleyschools.org/schools/angell/
Location: 3849 Beverly Boulevard, Berkley, MI, USA
Phone: (248) 837-8501
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Angell-Elementary-School/688122847952184
Twitter: @GigliottiVince