Month: January 2023

Week of January 30th – February 3rd

Emily Sickler

A Note from Ms. Sickler

The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats – Tyger Tale

  • I hope like Peter in The Snowy Day, you and your family were able to have some snowy adventures this past week.  We know that winter adventures are most fun when you are warm and dry.  If your family is in need of coats, boots, hats, or mittens for your child, please reach out to our school social worker, Mrs. Pickett (pickettt@salineschools.org), or myself (sicklere@salineschools.org).

 

  • As the tragic and upsetting Memphis police video was released on Friday night, I realized that in this day and age we, as adults, never know what our kids are fully seeing and hearing, even if we think that they don’t have access or are too young.  We never know what they are processing or how they are processing it.  HERE is an article that shares some points about talking to children about difficult news (and some reminders to you, as adults, as well).  If you/your family is in need of support, please do not hesitate to reach out.
  • Last week I shared that our school is about to take part in a special, community-wide shared reading event that will occur in March. Every student, regardless if you order a book or not, will receive a copy of the same book and will be asked to read it together at home.  Order your book HERE.  Remember, the book will be a surprise until March 1st when we have a school-wide reveal.

Emily

Updated Specials Schedule

PTA Points

District Notes

We are so grateful for the community support that was exemplified by the passing of the 2022 Bond in November of 2022. The time has now come to begin designing the Phase 1 projects! The District is seeking individuals who are interested in participating on one of the SAS Bond Project Design Committees.  There are a total of four committees:

  • K-12 STEAM Spaces (Lead: Kara Davis)

  • Liberty Recreation Complex (Lead: Anna Britnell)

  • HS Weight Room (Lead: Rex Clary)

  • K-5 Playgrounds (Lead: Kara Davis)

If you are interested in participating on one of the design committees, please complete this application.  Space on committees is limited to ~20 participants. Preference will be given to applicants who have

  • a vested interest in the space/project,

  • background knowledge on the focus/content area of the space, and

  • represent a wider range of perspectives/uses.

We will communicate with everyone who completes the application, regardless if you are selected or not. The project lead will contact you regarding committee approval and specific dates will be provided at that time.  These will be scheduled very quickly (early February) and will include ~2-3 in-person meetings.

Quick Links

District

Harvest

Sweet Tweets of the Week

Register HERE for the Mother & Son Magic Show

 

 

Click HERE to get support World Down Syndrome Day with a $1.00 Rock Your Socks Kit

Did You Know?

Did you know Heritage has its transition night on March 2nd?

Join Zoom HERE

Ms. Sickler Reads!

Week of January 23rd – January 27th

Emily Sickler

A Note from Ms. Sickler

Our school is about to take part in a special, community-wide shared reading event that will occur in March. Every student will receive a copy of the same book and will be asked to read it together at home.  Order your book HERE.  Remember, the book will be a surprise until March 1st when we have a school-wide reveal.

 

Emily

PTA Points

We had a blast at our winter STEM event last week!

District Notes

Saline Area Schools | School Cancellation FAQ

This document provides parents and employees with information related to the decision-making process and communication strategy associated with school cancellations.  There are essentially two (2) winter weather situations that can result in the closure of school.

  • Extreme Cold –

    • If the ambient air temperature is -25° F school will be closed

    • If the wind-chill is sustained at -25° F  or below school will be closed

  • Poor Road Conditions  –

    • On days when the weather and/or road conditions make travel potentially unsafe the following takes place:

      • A team of administrators begins driving a variety of roads starting at approximately 4:30 AM, (including known trouble-spots) within Saline Area School District boundaries to assess road conditions. Each member of the road crew reports back to the Superintendent, (or designee) with the road conditions no later than 5:00 AM.

      • The Superintendent, (or designee) consults with area meteorologists to obtain the latest weather forecast data.

      • The Superintendent, (or designee) consults with other Washtenaw County Superintendents.

Once the Superintendent, (or designee) makes the decision to close school, the following takes place:

  • The Detroit Media School Closing Alliance is immediately notified. The Alliance reports school closings via the following media outlets:

    • Fox 2 Detroit, Local 4, WXYZ Channel 7, Channel 62, CW50 Detroit, WWJ 950 News Radio, and News/Talk WJR AM 760

  • Saline Area Schools will send a mass text message to all families and staff via the Remind App

  • Saline Area Schools Facebook page is updated

  • The Saline Area Schools Twitter page is updated

  • The Superintendent will place one phone message that will be sent to parents (who have a contact number loaded into our school database, Powerschool) early in the morning to alert them of the school closing.

  • There are times when closings will take place the evening prior to school being closed IF the roads and conditions warrant it.

Quick Links

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Harvest

Sweet Tweets of the Week

SMS Career Day Registration Link

Did You Know?

Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan | United Way of Washtenaw County Volunteer Center

Did you know Harvest Girls on the Run seeks volunteer coaches and a site leader?  Girls on the Run provides all curriculum, materials, and training in an easy-to-follow format – no experience necessary (you don’t even have to be a runner!). 

Want more information?  Contact info@girlsontherunsemi.org or Joyce Mueller (joycemueller@gmail.com / 734-972-7389) with any questions.

Ms. Sickler Reads!

Week of January 16th – January 20th

Emily Sickler

A Note from Ms. Sickler

  • Our Harvest Hornets have been learning about Martin Luther King, Jr. this past week and understanding why we have tomorrow off to celebrate his work to promote justice, kindness, and peace.  I listened to conversations across grade levels of students thinking about ways they can continue to honor the work of Dr. King.  There are a number of family-friendly events in Ann Arbor for Martin Luther King Jr Day and Black History Month in February.  Check them out HERE.

  • Our PTA Winter Family Event is THIS THURSDAY.  RSVP HERE.  There will be no food/beverages at the event, but families are welcome to bring their own to the event. 45+ Easy Toilet Paper Roll DIY Games, Toys and Crafts for Kids | Finding Myself Young
  • Mr. Sherman and Innovation Lab are in need of cardboard boxes, toilet paper rolls, paper towel rolls, and newspapers for future projects.  If you have any at home, please feel free to bring them to him!

Emily

January Specials Calendar

PTA Points

District Notes

MLK Jr. Day Symposium – January 16th

Although we do not have school on January 16th, if you are available, we would like to invite our SAS Community to attend, along with myself and a number of SAS administrators, the 37th annual MLK Jr. Symposium at the University of Michigan (10 AM at Hill Auditorium). Click HERE for more information.

Quick Links

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Harvest

Sweet Tweets of the Week

Did You Know?

Did you know that Saline District Library allows you to learn how to produce a short story podcast?

Ms. Sickler Reads!

Week of January 9th – January 13th

Emily Sickler

A Note from Ms. Sickler

Easy New Year Drawing Tutorial and New Year Coloring Page

Happy New Year!  I hope your family was able to enjoy time with your family over break relaxing and celebrating.  Sometimes, we see after breaks, students struggle to return to the routine of school after being home for two weeks.  Here are some sentence starters that may help if your child is expressing not wanting to go to school.

Please note that this Friday is an Early Release Day, with dismissal at 1:10pm and Monday there is no school.

Emily

Save The Dates

  • January 13th – Early Release – Dismissal @ 1:10pm (lunch served)
  • January 16th – No School
  • January 19th – PTA Winter Family Fun STEM Building Event (6:30-7:30pm)

PTA Points

  • PTA Winter Family Event –  RSVP HERE!
    When: Thursday, 1/19/23 6:30-7:30 PM

    Where: Harvest Cafeteria
    Contact: harvestptapresident@gmail.com
    Please join us for a STEM-based winter scene-building event. This is NOT a drop-off event-all kids must be accompanied by an adult!
    Each group will receive a building kit (including bag of mini marshmallows, a box of Graham crackers, a can of frosting, and a base). The kits are $10, cash only, paid at the event. If you wish, you can bring other materials for building. Some suggestions are candies, extra frosting, sprinkles, or non-perishable items like Styrofoam, toothpicks, cotton balls, etc.
    *The first 40 kits reserved are guaranteed a space in the cafeteria. Any additional kits may have to be taken home for building due to space limitations.
    Ideas for event: Build an Igloo https://pin.it/NpWjc9G, Build a Bear Den https://pin.it/7wexV2s, Build a Ski lift https://pin.it/AeiKRvQ, Build a Snowman https://pin.it/3g9x6l1

  • Lunch Help (through 1/20)

  • Harvest PTA Website

District Notes

 

Quick Links

District

Harvest

Sweet Tweets of the Week

Did You Know?

Did you know there are a number of family-friendly events in Ann Arbor for Martin Luther King Jr Day and Black History Month in February?  Check them out HERE.

Ms. Sickler Reads!