Winter Sing

The Winter Sing, Friday, Dec. 19, will start around 9 a.m. after the students report to their classrooms. Parents dropping kids off can wait in the lobby. Coffee will be provided. You can then join the children for singing in the MPR.

Winter Sing: Tomorrow Morning!!

The Annual Haisley Winter Sing is Tomorrow!!!  

The tradition continues...On the last day before winter break our community will congregate to share some warmth and song. All are welcome. This year students will report to class and arrive in the MPR with their teachers. Parents and siblings are welcome to warm up in the lobby with coffee and friends. 

Winter Sing: Friday, December 19!!!

Winter Sing Friday December 19th

The tradition continues...On the last day before winter break our community will congregate to share some warmth and song. All are welcome. This year students will report to class and arrive in the MPR with their teachers. Parents and siblings are welcome to warm up in the lobby with coffee and friends. 

News Blast: 12/15/14

REMINDER: Winter Sing Friday December 19th

The tradition continues...On the last day before winter break our community will congregate to share some warmth and song. All are welcome. This year students will report to class and arrive in the MPR with their teachers. Parents and siblings are welcome to warm up in the lobby with coffee and friends. 

PLEASE GIVE: Peace Neighborhood Center Gift Card Drive

The Season of Giving is upon us. For a second year, the PTO is sponsoring a collection for the Peace Neighborhood center. This year we are asking for gift cards in any denomination to local retailers (Meijer, Kroger, Target, Gas Stations, etc.). Send donations to class via back-pack mail, attn: Peace Neighborhood Drive. 

Peace Neighborhood Center is a local non-profit with a mission is to provide programs for children, families, and individuals who are affected by social and economic problems. Peace helps hundreds of families each year, including many Haisley families. 

Haisley Heritage Festival Jan. 29

It’s that time again!  Time to celebrate the many cultures that represent our students at Haisley.  The PTO will be hosting the annual Haisley Heritage Festival on Jan. 29, 2015 from 6-8 p.m.  We would like to invite you to share the traditions, crafts and foods that represent your heritage.  This event is a great opportunity to show your Husky pride by proudly representing your culture.  Families are welcome to present a food or an activity—or both!  In addition to presenters, we will need volunteers to help set up before the event as well as clean up afterward.  So, check out the Sign Up Genius and mark your calendars for Thursday, Jan. 29!

December 2014 Haisley Happenings

The Haisley Happenings Newsletter is now primarily sent digitally.  Here is the Haisley Happenings December 2014 direct link.  The newsletter link can also be found at our Haisley Elementary Website, along with past editions.

News Blast: 12/9/2014

Winter Sing Friday December 19th

The tradition continues...On the last day before winter break our community will congregate to share some warmth and song. All are welcome. This year students will report to class and arrive in the MPR with their teachers. Parents and siblings are welcome to warm up in the lobby with coffee and friends. 

Peace Neighborhood Center Gift Card Drive

The Season of Giving is upon us. For a second year, the PTO is sponsoring a collection for the Peace Neighborhood center. This year we are asking for gift cards in any denomination to local retailers (Meijer, Kroger, Target, Gas Stations, etc.). Send donations to class via back-pack mail, attn: Peace Neighborhood Drive. 

Peace Neighborhood Center is a local non-profit with a mission is to provide programs for children, families, and individuals who are affected by social and economic problems. Peace helps hundreds of families each year, including many Haisley families. 

Haisley Cookbooks

We want YOUR most favorite family recipes - in our FIRST Haisley cookbook!   Please, add your family recipes following the instructions below and be a part of this awesome 5th grade camp fundraiser. Take 5 minutes and follow the instructions below:  

Simply log in to www.typensave.com   

Organization Name: Haisley

Password: broccoli996

Type in up to three recipes.  That's it!  And then PRE-ORDER (WE WILL ONLY HAVE PRE-ORDERS) by December 19th - send your orders in your kids' backpacks - due December 19th. It's $12 for one cookbook and $20 for two.Checks can be made out to the Haisley PTO. Any questions? Contact Michelle Schrag at mschrag.law@gmail.com.

Thank you so much for your time!  

PTO Meeting

PTO Meeting:  Thursday, 7pm!  All are welcome!

In addition to the standard agenda items, this month's discussion topics include an Auction Recap & De-Brief, Winter Sing plans and a 2014-15 Capital Project Update. 

News Blast: 12/1/2014

Message from Principal Bruder

Hi Haisley Families,

It has been wonderful being at your school, getting to know your children and interacting with parents and staff.  I know how proud you are of the strong community of learners you have built over the years.

The “I Am Thankful For…” assembly was outstanding.  It is obvious how much the Kindergarten and Young 5 students look to their 5^th grade buddies for support and friendship.

Thank you for welcoming me into your school community.  If you see me in the halls or lunchroom, please stop me and introduce yourself.  I will be at the PTO meeting on Thursday and look forward to meeting some of you there.

Yours,

Shelley Bruder

“Substitute” principal

Haisley Cookbook  - DEADLINE IS APPROACHING! :) 

We need YOU - (yes YOU!)  To share your favorite family recipes - in our FIRST Haisley cookbook!   The process is SIMPLE - and how fun to add your recipes so we can all gives them a try! Follow the instructions below - and be a part of this awesome 5th grade camp fundraiser!    We have already received some deeeeelicous recipes - that are going to available at your fingertips!   Take 5 minutes and follow the instructions below:  

Simply, log in to www.typensave.com   

Organization Name: Haisley

Password: broccoli996

and type in your (up to 3) recipes!  That's it!  And then PRE-ORDER (WE WILL ONLY HAVE PRE-ORDERS) by December 19th - send your orders in your kids' backpacks - due December 19th!  It's $12 for one cookbook and $20 for two!  

Any questions? Contact Michelle Schrag at mschrag.law@gmail.com

Thank you so much for your time!    DO IT TODAY!! 

Schoolhouse Rock Live! JR.  Auditions This Week

Just a reminder that the 4th and 5th grade auditions will be held during lunch Monday through Thursday of this week in Room 300. If your child is planning to audition or participate, please send in their sign-up forms. The forms were sent home in their backpacks and must be completed before they audition. They can also be found here. Kids can try out for a featured role, chorus role, or backstage role.   For more information, also see the Schoolhouse Rock LIVE! Jr. Haisley blog post.  

PTO Meeting Thursday 12/4 @ 7 PM, Media Center

Our December PTO meeting is this week; all are welcome. In addition to the standard agenda items, this month's discussion topics include an Auction Recap & De-Brief, Winter Sing plans and a 2014-15 Capital Project Update. 

Party and Raise Funds for the PTO!

There’s still room for 4 couples for the "pay to play" party next Friday night, Dec. 5 from 7-10 p.m. The cost is $160 per couple for a fun night of wine tasting and pairings. All funds raised go to Haisley PTO; checks can be made out to the Haisley PTO. For more information or to sign up, please email Jennifer Sauld at jennifersauld@gmail.com.

More Little Free Libraries for Haisley Community

We are pleased to announce that several Haisley neighborhoods will have Little Free Libraries installed. Earlier this fall, the PTO contacted the teacher of Skyline High School’s engineering class. Two students stepped forward to take this project on. They have since been awarded a $2,000 grant from the AAPS Educational Foundation. The students have created an online survey to gauge how much the libraries have impacted households. If you have used a Little Free Library, please take a few minutes to fill out their survey here.

AAPS: State of the District

In November, Superintendent Swift presented her "State of the District" address to the Ann Arbor School Board. Follow this link to see a copy of her presentation. 

Attention Skiers and Aspiring Skiers

The Michigan Snowsports Industries Association (MSIA) wants to give Michigan kids an opportunity to get out, have fun and get healthy this winter. This is why MSIA has established a state-wide program that provides every fourth and now also 5th grader in Michigan the opportunity to ski for free. Students can obtain a “Cold is Cool” Ski & Ride Passport that gives them up to three free lift tickets or trail passes at 27 participating ski areas, plus additional discounts on the slopes and in Michigan ski shops.  Check it out here!   

Dr. Swift: State of the Schools

Click here to see Dr. Swift's State of the Schools presentation.

PTO Meeting: Thursday 12/4

PTO MEETING THURSDAY 12/4 @ 7:00 PM, Media Center

Our December PTO meeting is this week; all are welcome. In addition to the standard agenda items, this month's discussion topics include an Auction Recap & De-Brief, Winter Sing plans and a 2014-15 Capital Project Update. 

I Am Thankful Assembly

Haisley's annual I Am Thankful Assembly is featured in the AAPS News!!

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday.

Haisley Players: SchoolHouse Rock Live! JR

Hello Haisley Parents of students in grades 1-5.

This year our Haisley Players will present Schoolhouse Rock Live! JR.  on March 26th and 27th.  If your child is in grades 1-5 and would like to audition for a part or be a part of the crew please fill out the attached permission form and return it to school.

All 4th and 5th grade students will have their first audition on December 1-4 in the Haisley music room during their lunchtime.  Student will meet in the Media Center first.  Students cannot audition without permission.  Other grades will not need to audition but permissions forms are still needed. 

The permission slips that went home today with the 4th and 5th graders as well as the one here state that you must have your child registered for childcare is no longer true.  However, your child must be picked up by 4:45 PM on rehearsal days.  If your child is not picked up by 4:45 two times they will no longer be able to participate.

We still need volunteers for:

Music Director: teach and rehearse the songs.  You may also organize and conduct a group of musicians to play for the performances.

Set Managers:  are responsible for obtaining and organizing all aspects of the set.  This includes design and construction and obtaining a crew of builders.

Lights and Sound Manager: will be responsible for making sure the actors are well lit and heard and that any equipment necessary is obtained.  They will also organize a running crew for the show.

Choreographer: helps plan, create and teach dance routines to the cast.

If you are interested in volunteering, please e-mail Sarah Corcoran:  corcoras@aaps.k12.mi.us

Click here for the permission form.  

News Blast: 11/24/2014

Ms. Scarnecchia Out:

Haisley families-I am writing to inform you that I will be out of school until January.  I have suffered some unexpected medical issues that I need to address.   Beginning Monday, recently retired AAPS Principal Shelley Bruder will be in place as Principal.  I know you will help me welcome her in to our Haisley family. Thank you in advance for your support.  I promise to do what the doctors say and will miss you and your children greatly!  Best wishes, Kathy Scarnecchia

ADOPT A FAMILY

Thank you to all of the generous families volunteering to support 12 Haisley families this holiday season.  We have matched all of our families and so, are no longer accepting volunteers.  There will be other ways to be supportive coming up soon.  Thank you all, Kathy

NO LEFT TURN: Parents please be careful when leaving the parking lot!  At the corner of the Haisley drive and Duncan Street, there is a NO LEFT TURN sign during bus shifts.  Tickets will be given!  Thank you for making that corner safe for everyone.

Keep Our Husky's Warm

Unless it's raining or, below twenty degrees, we will continue to have daily outdoor recess. Many of our kids arrive at school without the appropriate winter gear. You can help keep our kids warm on the playground and throughout the winter by donating new or gently used winter clothing. All items are welcome, especially hats and gloves, as they tend to get lost.  You may want to consider sending extra pants, socks, and underwear with your child as well.  There are many days when our playground is wet and a change of clothes comes in handy.

Amazon Smile 

Do you have an Amazon Smile Account? If so, let us remind you that when you shop at smile.amazon.com using your prime account .5% of your purchase will be donated to Haisley. Many of our will spend a fair amount holiday shopping on-line. Don't forget Amazon Smile!

Haisley Cookbook

We want YOUR most favorite family recipes - in our FIRST Haisley cookbook!   Please, add your family staples - very easily - following the instructions below - and be a part of this awesome 5th grade camp fundraiser!    We have already received some deeeeelicous recipes - that are going to available at your fingertips!   Take 5 minutes and follow the instructions below:  

Simply, log in to www.typensave.com   

Organization Name: Haisley

Password: broccoli996

Type in your (up to 3) recipes!  That's it!  And then PRE-ORDER (WE WILL ONLY HAVE PRE-ORDERS) by December 19th - send your orders in your kids' backpacks - due December 19th!  .   It's $12 for one cookbook and $20 for two!  

Any questions? Contact Michelle Schrag at mschrag.law@gmail.com

Thank you so much for your time!  

6th Annual Skyline Madness 3-on-3 is on Saturday Dec 6th!  
Info/Registration packet is attached below. Only $60/team. Field limited to 32 teams. People can also go to our website for the details.  www.aaskylinebasketball.com On time entries are due by Friday Nov 21.