Principal's Post
Sunday, December 8, 2024
Dear Angell Community,
Our PTA has organized a collection for class funds that are used to support classes throughout the year with special events and parties. If you have yet to have a chance to donate to your student's class fund please consider doing so now if you are in a position to help out. We appreciate your consideration.
I wanted to remind everyone that our PTA is hosting the Annual Holiday Shop this week. The schedule of class visits can be found below. Please remember to have your Holiday Shop envelopes turned in to classroom teachers prior to their visit. We are still seeking volunteers. If you have time in your schedule please use the link below to sign up for a lot. We always appreciate the help plus it is a great time to connect with our students.
I have a few special messages this week about our annual yearbook cover contest, an opportunity to participate in our second annual Spelling Bee (4th and 5th grade only) and our the PTA GiftCrowd online event.
Plus there is a lot of new messages so please make sure to read the Principal's Post all the way to the bottom of the page.
A Special Message from the PTA - GiftCrowd
Our PTA is offering GiftCrowd as an easy, FREE and virtual way of saying "Thank You" this season of giving. Every recipient will be able to see a list of participants (but not their individual contributions) and their greetings. The DEADLINE to contribute is December 20, 2023 at 9:00 am. Please use the GiftCrowd Button below.
A Special from Ms. Wexler - Yearbook Cover Contest
This year’s Angell yearbook is in need of a cover! Can you help?
All Angell artists are invited to design a yearbook cover that represents our school. One design will be selected to serve as this year’s yearbook cover. See contest rules below for more information:
Contest Rules:
- All artwork must be submitted on unlined 8.5x11 (letter size) white paper.
- Please keep all words/text toward the middle of the page (at least a ½ inch from the edge of your paper). This will ensure that no important words are cut off from your design.
- All artwork must be original and hand-drawn by the student.
All entries must include:
- The words "Angell Elementary School"
- The year 2024-2025
- The student’s first name, last name, and teacher’s name should be written on the BACK of the paper in pencil. Please do not write your name on the front of your design.
Tips for a good entry:
- Fill the space with lots of color (including background).
- Use the whole sheet of paper. The bigger the better! (Remember to keep your words at least a ½ inch from the edge of the page!)
- Mix up your medium. Use one or more of the following: crayons, markers, oil pastels.
DEADLINE TO ENTER IS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2024 - No entries will be accepted after this date. Please turn in cover art to the Angell office.
A Special Message From Mrs. McKeeman - Spelling Bee
As we approach the end of 2024, we are excited to announce a fantastic opportunity for our 4th and 5th-grade students to showcase their spelling prowess through our second annual Student Council-sponsored Spelling Bee!
The classroom competitions for the Spelling Bee are scheduled to take place during the last week of December. These competitions will provide a platform for students to engage in friendly competition and demonstrate their spelling skills. We believe that this experience will not only be fun for the participants but also serve as a valuable learning opportunity for all involved.
The top two students from each class will have the honor of representing their classmates in the eagerly anticipated school-wide Spelling Bee, which is scheduled to take place in January. This event promises to be an exciting showcase of linguistic talent as students compete for the title of our school's Spelling Bee champion.
We are pleased to share that the word lists for the Spelling Bee have been sourced from Scripps, a renowned provider of educational materials. This ensures that the words chosen are challenging and aligned with educational standards, providing an enriching experience for our participating students.
The Spelling Bee is optional and a permission slip is required to participate. Once the permission slip is received, a list of words to practice will be distributed.
We are confident that this initiative will not only enhance your child's spelling abilities but also foster a sense of camaraderie and school spirit. We appreciate your support in making this event a success and look forward to celebrating the achievements of our talented students.
If you have any questions or require additional information, please feel free to reach out to Julie McKeeman (julie.mckeeman@berkleyschools.org ) or Danielle Ozanich (danielle.ozanich@berkleyschools.org) our Student Council sponsors.
Thank you for your continued support.
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 . . . . . .
- GiftCrowd Link
- Counselor's Corner
- Battle of the Books Information
- Cold Weather Notice
- Angell Network News
- Respect Circle Honorees
- PTA Information
- Spirit Wear Sale
- Class Funds
- PTA Membership Link
- Holiday Shop - Volunteers Needed
- Camp Invention
- Varsity Tutors
- Upcoming Events
- Volunteer Release Form
- Nuts and Bolts
- Music Concert Schedule
Sincerely,
Mr. Gigliotti
Angell Principal
It’s hard to believe that we’ve already reached December, a time when the days are short but the to-do lists are long! For this reason, we wanted to talk a little about flexibility and emotion control. You can find a link to our presentation here. We shared this graphic as a reminder that being regulated doesn’t always mean calm, instead it means your energy level matches the task at hand. Regulated at recess looks different than regulated during a math test.
Flexibility can be defined as being able to see many sides of a situation or idea and being able to change and adapt. While it’s important to work hard, when it comes to problem-solving we often need to approach a challenge from a different direction or in a new way. In our slides you will see examples of what flexibility looks like at different ages. We also included some strategies that help build this skill. At my own house, I did not realize what a big deal it would be to switch seats at the dinner table! Learn from my mistake, switch spots while the children are young! Emotion control is defined as the ability to manage feelings so you can be productive and successful. We often hear children say, “it’s not fair” when they notice things are not equal. At school, we remind everyone that while we don’t all get the same we all get what we need to be successful. Another important thing to consider is, what’s really making me feel this way? Sometimes a big response to a small problem occurs when we have something bigger on our minds.
Finally, we talked about school attendance. Attendance Works collects data and researches the impact of school attendance across the country. Chronic absenteeism is defined as missing 10% of the school year, approximately 18 days throughout the year or 2 days each month. Chronic absenteeism, regardless of the reason for the absence, is linked to lower academic achievement and lower graduation rates. A sick child needs to be home, but if you’re not sure we’d rather see them here. It’s the season of sniffles, lingering coughs, and cold dark mornings but we’ll get through it together!
Email: vincenzo.gigliotti@berkleyschools.org
Website: https://www.berkleyschools.org/schools/angell/
Location: 3849 Beverly Boulevard, Berkley, MI, USA
Phone: (248) 837-8501
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Twitter: @GigliottiVince