Students are 100 and 101 days smarter at AEEC! To celebrate this milestone of surpassing the halfway mark of the school year, students participated in learning activities and dressed up as if they were 100 years old and 101 Dalmatians. They were so dog-gone cute!

We are so excited to share that our Multicultural Fair will take place on February 6, 2025 from 5:15-6:45pm. Our Book Fair will also be open during this event. Bringing communities together will help us learn about different cultures, customs, and traditions. It is our hope and mission to educate and celebrate various international communities while having fun. Each participant will have a table to showcase their family history/country. Participants are encouraged to wear traditional dress, share food, clothing, music, crafts, and more. We have partnered with food trucks so that families may grab dinner before leaving. We look forward to another successful event!

This is the time of year where we look very closely at students who may be considered chronically absent or tardy. Chronic absenteeism is 16 days or more per year, excused and/or unexcused. As much research shows, a large amount of missed days can have a large impact on a child's education in a variety of ways. Thank you for continuing to be mindful of attendance and ensuring your child is present and on time at school unless there is an excused reason per ACS policy. Please arrive by 7:45am daily. Drop off for car line begins at 7:15am. We LOVE spending each day with your child!

As always, thank you for your support and partnership!

Much appreciation,

Glori Lammons

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The new sign up form is live for Dad's at Drop Off for January to May dates! Check out the link here if you would like to volunteer!

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Our next Restaurant Spirit Night will be at Mikata on February 20th! 10% of all sales will come back to AEEC! Please consider stopping by for dinner or ordering take out if you can!

We are also offering our teachers time for a Duty Free Lunch on February 12th! We will need one volunteer per class to allow a quiet lunch together away from the classroom as a Valentine's Week treat!

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Please note that February 3rd is School Counselor's Day, February 14th is School Resource Officer Day, and February 21st is Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Please consider sending a note to Mrs. Handley, Officer Goodwin or your bus driver on these special days! They all help make our school the best it can be and we are so appreciative of them!

Thank you for your continued support!

Mary Lawrence Gibson

AEEC PTO

All About Vocabulary

Vocabulary learning is all about the words we need to know to both understand what we hear and read and to communicate clearly and precisely. Vocabulary plays an important part in learning to read. Beginning readers must use the words they hear orally to make sense of the words they see in print. Kids who hear more words spoken at home enter school with better vocabularies. This larger vocabulary pays off exponentially as a child progresses through school. Children learn the meanings of most words indirectly, through everyday experiences with oral and written language. Other words are learned through instruction. Take a moment to explore these sites for ideas on how you can help increase your child’s vocabulary!

Vocabulary

Vocabulary Fun at Home

Mrs. Clifton

Instructional Coach

Happy February!

For this month, I would like to share with you a link about the importance of understanding working memory and why it is important.

When you have time, please click this link:

Working Memory

The link will take you to a highly respected site to share with you information on working memory and its impact on reading. The link will take you to a short read and a video.

Please never hesitate to reach me via email at padorman@auburnschools.org or by phone at (334) 887-4950 if you have any questions or concerns.

Always Choose Kindness,

Dr. Dorman

This February, our school is focusing on COMPASSION as the word of the month! We’re teaching students the importance of understanding and caring for others. Through classroom lessons, stories, and activities, students will explore how they can show compassion at school, at home, and in their community.

In addition, we’re excited to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness this month! We encourage everyone to look for ways to spread kindness, no matter how small. A simple kind gesture can brighten someone’s day and inspire others to do the same. Let’s make February a month full of warmth, care, and connection!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Handley

AEEC School Counselor

Welcome to February! As we continue through the winter season, we want to share some important health tips and reminders

1. Cold & Flu Season:
This time of year can bring colds, flu, and other illnesses. Be sure to encourage your child to wash their hands regularly, cover their mouth when they cough or sneeze, and avoid touching their face. If your child is feeling unwell, please keep them at home to help prevent the spread of germs. Remember, a fever-free child should be 24 hours without medication before returning to school.

2. Stay Warm and Cozy:
As the temperatures drop, it’s important to make sure your child is dressed warmly for school. Layers are a great idea! Don't forget hats, gloves, and scarves to keep protected from the cold. Be sure their feet are protected, too!

3. Heart Health Awareness:
February is American Heart Month! It’s a great time to talk with your child about healthy habits like eating nutritious foods, staying active, and the importance of a good night’s sleep. Simple heart-healthy activities like walking, stretching, or playing outside can make a big difference.

4. Reminder: Update Emergency Contacts:
If your contact information has changed, please update it in the school office. This helps ensure that we can reach you quickly in case of an emergency.

Please remember a change of cold weather clothes & do NOT send medications in your student’s backpack! Do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.

With well wishes - Nurse Haley

“Books make great gifts because they have whole worlds inside of them.” – Neil Gaiman

-Mrs. Sartain

Music

This month in Music we are hosting our Auburn University intern, Ms. Newsom. She is incredible, and our students are LOVING making music with her this semester! Ms. Newsom is a vocal music education student and a member of several Auburn University Choirs, including Chamber Choir and AU Singers. She will continue to work with our students this month before she moves to Opelika High School in March.

-Mrs. Schiller

Art

We’ve had a creative and colorful month in the art room! Our students are wrapping up their exploration of the works of Jim Dine and Sheree Smith. From bold color to vibrant hearts, the kids have been inspired by these amazing artists to create their own unique pieces. Be sure to check out the gallery boards to see their incredible work on display!

A quick reminder: Don’t forget to order your yearbook and send any photos you'd like to be included. We love seeing our school memories come to life!

Thank you for supporting our young artists!

-Mrs. Kuhlman

February 3: February 7: Book Fair

February 3: School Counselors Day

February 5: World Read Aloud Day

February 6: Multicultural Fair at AEEC 5:30 - 6:45pm

February 10: Progress Reports Go Home

February 11: PTO Meeting 12:30

February 11: Board Meeting 6:00pm

February 11, 12, and 13: 2nd Grade CogAT Testing - 8:00am

February 14: Valentine's Day Parties & School Resource Officer Day

February 21: School Bus Driver Appreciation Day

February 20: Restaurant Night at Mikata *Grab dinner and help AEEC!

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