The upcoming Homecoming Spirit Week is brewing so much excitement for our halls as students and staff get ready for themed days and school pride. Our classrooms stayed busy too, with students diving into engaging learning activities and showing great focus throughout the week. We also proudly recognized our Student of the Week, who demonstrated outstanding effort,
kindness, and leadership. https://app.smore.com/n/zh8fy-pine-panther-family-newsletter
kindness, and leadership. https://app.smore.com/n/zh8fy-pine-panther-family-newsletter
At APS.....Attendance Matters! Get off to a great start in the morning by being prepared!!!

Students wrapped up a strong second week of school and are looking forward to a well‑deserved long weekend for Labor Day. This week, classes completed their NWEA Reading assessment and showed great focus and effort throughout the process. Next week, students will take the NWEA Math benchmark as we continue gathering beginning‑of‑year data. We’re proud of their hard work and excited for all the growth ahead this fall.
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Spirit Gear is Here! Show your Alma Panther Pride!

🖤🧡 **SHOW YOUR SCHOOL SPIRIT & SUPPORT AEPTO!** 🖤🧡
Our **Spirit Gear Sale is OPEN!** Stock up on Alma gear while supporting our elementary students at the same time!
This is an **AEPTO FUNDRAISER**, which means your purchase helps AEPTO continue funding experiences and opportunities for students across Luce Road, Hillcrest, and Pine Avenue.
Funds raised by AEPTO help support things like:
🖤 Field trips and student experiences
🧡 Free books and literacy activities
🖤 STEM/STEAM experiences
🧡 PBIS incentives and student rewards
🖤 Classroom and teacher support
🧡 Free family events
🖤 And so much more!
Every Spirit Gear purchase is another way to support our students while showing your Alma pride!
🧡🖤 **SHOP THE SPIRIT GEAR SALE:**
https://www.spiritgeardirect.com/GearDrive/Store.aspx?guid=0b098986-108d-4b3c-bd9a-e25c44527532
Thank you for supporting **AEPTO and our students!** 🖤🧡
Our **Spirit Gear Sale is OPEN!** Stock up on Alma gear while supporting our elementary students at the same time!
This is an **AEPTO FUNDRAISER**, which means your purchase helps AEPTO continue funding experiences and opportunities for students across Luce Road, Hillcrest, and Pine Avenue.
Funds raised by AEPTO help support things like:
🖤 Field trips and student experiences
🧡 Free books and literacy activities
🖤 STEM/STEAM experiences
🧡 PBIS incentives and student rewards
🖤 Classroom and teacher support
🧡 Free family events
🖤 And so much more!
Every Spirit Gear purchase is another way to support our students while showing your Alma pride!
🧡🖤 **SHOP THE SPIRIT GEAR SALE:**
https://www.spiritgeardirect.com/GearDrive/Store.aspx?guid=0b098986-108d-4b3c-bd9a-e25c44527532
Thank you for supporting **AEPTO and our students!** 🖤🧡
Our students are off to a strong start, working together on WorkPlace Math Tasks and learning important school‑wide routines. The new playground equipment has been a big hit, and students are practicing Voice Levels and APS ROARS throughout the day. We’re excited to see their confidence and teamwork grow each week.
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Thanks to everyone for coming out to the Community Tailgate last night! What a great opportunity to kick off the new school year!




Missing time in the classroom slows down learning. Let's make every day count toward a bright future!🐾

There is nothing better than seeing our students running, climbing, laughing, and playing together in a space created just for them.
This beautiful new playground was made possible through our community’s support of the school bond. Today, we get to see that investment come to life through the smiles, friendships, and experiences of our students.
Thank you to our community for investing in our schools and, most importantly, in our children. Panther Pride! 🐾
This beautiful new playground was made possible through our community’s support of the school bond. Today, we get to see that investment come to life through the smiles, friendships, and experiences of our students.
Thank you to our community for investing in our schools and, most importantly, in our children. Panther Pride! 🐾






We’re excited to welcome families to a new year at Pine Avenue! Grades 4 and 5 are an important bridge to middle school, and your partnership makes all the difference. Please take a moment to review this week’s newsletter — it’s filled with key updates, reminders, and ways to stay connected throughout the year. https://app.smore.com/n/r5d2wz-pine-panther-family-newsletter
Start the year off strong!

Our staff had a great first week of learning and a huge thanks to our community partners for their support!

Dr. Peggy Yates led our paras through the first session of the Para educator Academy through the Council of Exceptional Children. They learned through engaging activities and real life scenarios.




Our teachers capped off a great week with keynote speaker, Dr. Nancy Frey! Her presentation was a great way to send us into the new year!




📚🍎 Now Enrolling for Preschool & Childcare! 🍎📚
Looking for a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for your child? We are now enrolling children 18 months through 4 years old in our childcare program!
📞 To enroll in childcare, call 989-466-7593 today.
🎓 Interested in our FREE Preschool Program? Start the enrollment process by visiting:
🌐 miearlychildhood.org
Give your child a strong start with learning, play, friendships, and caring educators. Spaces are limited, so don't wait!
Looking for a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for your child? We are now enrolling children 18 months through 4 years old in our childcare program!
📞 To enroll in childcare, call 989-466-7593 today.
🎓 Interested in our FREE Preschool Program? Start the enrollment process by visiting:
🌐 miearlychildhood.org
Give your child a strong start with learning, play, friendships, and caring educators. Spaces are limited, so don't wait!
A great start to the 2026–27 school year with our staff learning and growing together! Our Back-to-School Professional Development is continuing to strengthen instructional practices with teacher clarity and supporting student success across APS.



Last week, we onboarded our newest Panther teachers at New Teacher Orientation. We are excited to welcome them to APS!



As we get ready to kick off a new school year, it is important to be aware of all of our welcome-back information and important updates. Getting off to a strong start is critical to setting the tone for a successful year and supporting student success.

🌟 Preschool Enrollment is Open! 🌟
Looking for a nurturing, fun, and engaging preschool program for your child? The Luce Road ECLC Preschool Program is now accepting registrations!
Our preschoolers enjoy hands-on learning, creative art projects, outdoor play, music and movement, social-emotional growth, and kindergarten readiness activities in a caring and supportive environment.
We also offer Before & After School Care for Preschool students, making it easy for busy families to find the care they need all in one place.
Bussing available for both preschool programs.
📚 Preschool Programs
🎨 Hands-On Learning
🌳 Outdoor Play
🐾 Caring & Experienced Staff
Contact us today to learn more and reserve your child's spot. We can't wait to welcome your family to Panther Cubs!
GSRP Enrollment Application: miearlychildhood.org
3 year old Enrollment: Call Kimberly or Lynn at 989-466-7593
Looking for a nurturing, fun, and engaging preschool program for your child? The Luce Road ECLC Preschool Program is now accepting registrations!
Our preschoolers enjoy hands-on learning, creative art projects, outdoor play, music and movement, social-emotional growth, and kindergarten readiness activities in a caring and supportive environment.
We also offer Before & After School Care for Preschool students, making it easy for busy families to find the care they need all in one place.
Bussing available for both preschool programs.
📚 Preschool Programs
🎨 Hands-On Learning
🌳 Outdoor Play
🐾 Caring & Experienced Staff
Contact us today to learn more and reserve your child's spot. We can't wait to welcome your family to Panther Cubs!
GSRP Enrollment Application: miearlychildhood.org
3 year old Enrollment: Call Kimberly or Lynn at 989-466-7593
As another amazing summer comes to a close, we want to thank all of our families for sharing their children with us! ☀️ From outdoor adventures and creative projects to new friendships and lasting memories, it has been a summer full of fun, learning, and laughter.
As we say goodbye to summer care, we are excited to begin preparing for a great school year ahead! Registration is now open for our Before & After School Care Program for Preschool through 5th Grade. We look forward to continuing to provide a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment for your children before and after the school day.
We look forward to continuing to provide a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment for your children before and after the school day.
Thank you for a wonderful summer, and we can't wait to see everyone this fall! 🐾🍎
Register for Kindergarten-Fifth grade before/after care here: https://forms.gle/VVn3fQ9U2anHuMHk7
Register for Preschool before and after care and Friday care here: https://forms.gle/gCR6ddt2sCJUn9eK9
As we say goodbye to summer care, we are excited to begin preparing for a great school year ahead! Registration is now open for our Before & After School Care Program for Preschool through 5th Grade. We look forward to continuing to provide a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment for your children before and after the school day.
We look forward to continuing to provide a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment for your children before and after the school day.
Thank you for a wonderful summer, and we can't wait to see everyone this fall! 🐾🍎
Register for Kindergarten-Fifth grade before/after care here: https://forms.gle/VVn3fQ9U2anHuMHk7
Register for Preschool before and after care and Friday care here: https://forms.gle/gCR6ddt2sCJUn9eK9


