From the principal…

     We have been lucky to have a beautiful spring so far, and I hope you have been able to get out and enjoy it.  Who knows what crazy weather Michigan has in store for us in the next month!  Spring Break is around the corner and then it is just a hop, skip, and jump to the last day of school!  Yikes.  There are lots of important happenings before June 10^th.

     I would like to remind you to be sure to fill out your U.S. CENSUS and send it back as soon as possible.  Our funding for the next ten years depends on having an accurate count of how many adults and children live in Crawford County.  It is SO important that everyone is counted!  Thank you for doing your part!

     Speaking of counting students, we want to remind you about New Kindergartner Night, coming up on Tuesday, April 27^th.  We want to welcome our newest students to AuSable Primary and get an accurate idea of how many children will be starting school in the fall.   You can call the school or stop in ahead of time to pick up the paperwork anytime, so you won’t have to worry about filling things out that night.  Remember, New Kindergartner Night is for parents to get information and the new students to check out AuSable Primary by doing some fun activities.  Be sure to spread the word to everyone you know who has a child turning five on or before December 1^st.

     Everyone always asks me, “What can I do to get my child ready for school?”  There are many things you can do at home to prepare your child for school, but the simple things are the best:  read to him every night, talk to him every day about his experiences to make sure he is getting lots of oral language, and make sure he has set routines such as bedtime and chores. Help him practice writing his name, starting with a capital and following with small letters.  Only you know whether your child is ready to start school, but remember that we can be very flexible and creative about schedules and support.  If your child will be five years old on or before December 1^st, he/she is probably ‘’ready”!  If you have concerns, talk to me!  Getting started on this magical journey called school is the best decision you can make!

     Another fun evening in April is the Crawford County Preschool Fair on April 29^th.  This event is meant to showcase the preschools available in our county, give parents a chance to meet the staff, and enjoy some food and fun activities with your little ones.  Be sure to join us if you have preschool-age children at home!

     In the meantime, get out and enjoy the sunshine!  It’s so good to see spring! 
 

Barbara Mick

                                     

Don’t forget to turn in your   U.S. CENSUS!!  We’re counting on you!

 

DATES TO REMEMBER:

Friday, April 2  NO SCHOOL – Spring Break Begins!

Tuesday, April 13 School Resumes

Wednesday, April 22 Earth Day

Tuesday, April 27 NEW KINDERGARTNER NIGHT 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Thursday, April 29 Crawford County Preschool Fair  6:00-7:00 p.m. (A.P. cafeteria)

Week of May 2  Teacher Appreciation Week

Tuesday, May 4 Coffee with the Principal (K & 1^st grade parents)  9:00-10:00 a.m.

Wednesday, May 5 A.C.E.S. (All Children Exercising Simultaneously)

Wednesday, May 12 1^st grade Concerts

Thursday, May 13 Coffee with the Principal (2^nd grade parents)  9:00-10:00 a.m. 

Thursday, May 13 1^st grade Concerts

Monday, May 17 Kindergarten Concerts

Tuesday, May 18 Kindergarten Concerts

Friday, May 28  All-School Picnic & Field Day

Monday, May 31 No School – Memorial Day 
 

 

HOOPS FOR HEART a Huge Success!

During March, students in preschool through third grade participated in our annual “Hoops for Heart” event.  Students had the option of raising money from “sponsors” with the proceeds going to the American Heart Association.  All participants were put on teams and a basketball tournament was held with one eventual winning team from each class.  Our students raised $7000!!!  This money is sent to the American Heart Association to be used for research and education about heart disease.  We emphasize heart-healthy activities and eating here at AuSable Primary, and this is a worthy and well-respected organization.  It feels good to give, and our students all deserve a pat on the back for such a great job! 
 

100,000 Bonus Box Tops Sweepstakes! Two schools will get 50,000 Bonus Box Tops, thanks to the Betty Crocker® Cake Mix sweepstakes. Plus, 47 daily winners will get a gift pack, too! Also enter, Go Buggy for Box Tops Sweepstakes! 4 schools will each win 5,000 Bonus Box Tops from Betty Crocker® Fruit-Flavored Shapes. Enter at boxtopsforeducation.com! Click on "Earn" then click on "bonus box tops". Thank you for your support!

 
 

Looking for some help and support with raising your children?  COOR ISD is offering a free class called FAMILY LOVE, SUPPORT, AND RESOLUTIONS at KCC.  There will be four sessions, held in April and May, with free transportation and babysitting provided.  Please ask in the office if you are interested in more details. 
 

Recall Alert:  certain baby slings have been recalled due to suffocation issues!  You can learn more at the 9and10news.com website under “features”, then “product recalls”.