News and Upcoming Events

International Night

This year’s International Celebration will take place at Angell on Thursday, April 24 from 6 to 8pm.  Come learn about the different cultures that make up the Angell Community through dance, music, food, and games! 

We would love to have a representative from each country from which we have students. To do that or support us in other ways, please complete the survey.  We need your help to make this a great event!  

Family Contributions - the PTO needs your help!

Each school year our PTO spends tens of thousands of dollars to provide enrichment opportunities for Angell students and families. To date, around 50% of Angell families have contributed.  Think how much more we could do with 100% participation, in any amount!  

When we reach $20,000, Principal Fenech will draw two names to be Principal for half a day.   To reach our goal we need to raise $1,150 more!

We welcome any amount, and please remember to ask your employer about a corporate match. Payments may be made via Venmo @angellptotreasurer. Last 4 digits: 0375.  Please include in the memo: email address, name of student(s), and “Fall FC.”  Help us get to our goal by the end of March!      

Pizza House Fundraiser Results: Thank you! We raised $374.09 with pizza orders. 

PTOC Fundraiser

The PTO Council has launched their 2025 $20 for $30k Fundraiser. PTO income varies across schools in the district with a range of $40 per student per year to $238 per student per year.  Please consider donating $20 (or more) to help increase Ann Arbor Title I schools’ per pupil spending. If you can’t donate at this time, help spread the word about the fundraiser in our community. Join the effort to create equitable educational opportunities for every child in Ann Arbor!”

Teacher Treats

Calling all bakers! Now is your time to shine! Our goal this year is to provide teacher treats every other week. Thank you to all of the families that have contributed over the last few months. They are very appreciated!!

There are still slots remaining. Please review the slots posted and consider signing up to bring our teachers treats! We have about forty staff on any given day.  Thanks for your consideration.  Staff always appreciate a sweet treat or surprise in the staff lounge!

Give Kids a Smile Day

Notes from Principal Fenech & the Office 

MONDAY ANNOUNCEMENTS

During yesterday’s Zoom announcements I thanked students for their considerate and compassionate contribution to the food drive. The participation during the last few days of the drive was so inspiring!  Thank you, Angell families!

This month our Student Council organized a “shamrock shoutout” so that kids could give members of our community an appreciation shout out. These paper shamrocks are still hanging if you want to read them. It is heartwarming to read the varied ways that kids feel gratitude for their peers and the Angell staff. 

When I reviewed Eagle Expectations, I focused on being safe at dismissal. E.g. Look both ways before crossing any street, only cross at pedestrian crossings, and be sure to memorize a parent/caregiver’s phone number.  (NOTE: It’s surprising how many kids don’t know a parent’s phone number. If memorization is a struggle, be sure kids have it written down in their backpack or coat. This will make them feel more comfortable.)

REPEATS/REMINDERS

MARCH IS READING MONTH: Contest, Calendar & Spirit Week!

Angell is hosting a Book Character Tissue Box Decorating Contest.  Entries are due to the library by March 21st.  Prizes will be awarded!  (If your family needs basic craft supplies, just reach out to the office and we can send some supplies home with your child.)

Click on this AAPS March is Reading Month Calendar for links to at-home activities and ideas.

Lastly, mark your calendar for our MIRM themed Spirit Week centered around favorite read-alouds:

• Monday, March 17th - Wear Green for St. Patrick’s Day (Green Eggs and Ham)

• Tuesday, March 18th -  Hat day (Caps for Sale)

• Wednesday, March 19th: Wear Stripes (A Bad Case of Stripes)

• Thursday, March 20th: Bring Your Favorite Stuffed Animal to School (Wemberly Worried)

• Friday, March 21st: PJ day (Goodnight, Moon)

COMMUNITY EVENTS:

March is Youth Art Month! 

What is Youth Art Month???....Youth Art Month (YAM) is an annual event held each March to emphasize the value of art education and to encourage support for quality school art programs.

Youth Art Month Artwalk: In addition to the library show at the downtown branch, there is a YAM artwalk downtown Ann Arbor along Main, 4th, Ashley, and Liberty Streets, as well as Kerry Town. Artwork will be displayed in local businesses until March 31st. Angell’s business location is Sweetwater Coffee and Tea. (123 W. Washington St. Ann Arbor, MI 48104.)

For more information on special events and business discounts check out https://mainstreetannarbor.org/youthartmonth

Angell Learning Grants

We are very excited to announce our 2024 Learning Grant Awards below.  Thank you to the students, teachers and parents, who submitted applications for our new Learning Grant Program to propose projects that benefit the learning of the Angell Elementary community.  The Angell Community is so creative!