Alma Public Schools has received Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds (ESSER) to address learning recovery from the impact of COVID-19. These funds are designed for one-time or short-term expenditures to address the ongoing impact of the pandemic.
Alma Public Schools is seeking feedback from all district and community stakeholders to help determine how the district should best utilize ESSER III funds to address unfinished learning and COVID-19 recovery.
Please click here to complete the ESSER III Survey.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDQllVXOkabw1UrVy9yqFErUPinPp50bhbF29Y-mD85gxo3Q/viewform
In November, the Pine Avenue school community came together to raise funds, raising awareness of homelessness and housing insecurities in our communities. Monies raised during the "Coins for a Cause" campaign were matched by United Way - doubling our $514.63 raised, bringing the total contribution to $1029.26!
Winning the class pizza party was Mrs. Fornusek's 5th grade class! Way to go, Pine Avenue! Together, we can make a BIG difference!
Mrs. Adams’ class and Mrs. Pratt’s advisory - Panther pals - got together today to celebrate their friendships!
Check out our students who chose hands on learning and building sentences out of word tiles for a break time activity in class today.
Today, our students are enjoying an author visit! Janet DeFever, author of Second Chance Christmas, is sharing her book with us. We are so grateful for the opportunity!
Have a wonderful weekend, Pine Avenue families! We will see you Monday!
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It’s family shopping night at the book fair! We will be here until 7:00. Hope you can make it!
Friday is our Christmas Character day! Have some fun and dress up as a Christmas character!
Today's announcements are something special! They're a student favorite and we want to share with you!
https://youtu.be/gE0NIAApxnE
Congratulations to our November students of the month!
The following students have been recognized for great behaviors and attitudes through the month of November. We are proud of these students and so many others for showing their ROARS consistently!
4th grade:
Harper Hancock - Harper is an incredible student! Our classroom has benefitted from Harper in many ways! She loves to contribute to our class discussions and is always willing to assist in math! We are proud to see Harper always following her ROARS and going out of her way to be kind to fellow classmates. She cares so deeply! Her teacher appreciates Harper willing to take on academic challenges, but also impressed with the way Harper is able to connect with each and every member in the classroom! Thanks for being YOU, Harper!
Noah McDaid - Noah is one of the nicest fourth graders you will ever meet! He gives his best as a student and a friend each and every day. Noah brings his ROARS daily, is kind and caring, and works hard to accomplish big goals. He is always willing to lean from mistakes, and celebrate successes. He knows that small steps each day bring BIG change, and he changes our classroom in great ways! Thanks for being an incredible fourth grader, Noah!
Koby Allen - Koby is never without a smile! He uses his ROARS throughout each and everyday. He has a positive attitude, always tries his best, does a wonderful job of "sticking to it" when things become difficult, and leads by example. We love having Koby as a classmate, student, and friend.
Gianna Ogle - Gianna is responsible, hardworking student who always tries her best. She has a great smile that lights up the room. Keep showing your ROARS!
Nolan Davidson - Nolan is such a great student. He works hard and gets his work done. Nolan always follows his ROARS and is a role model for others.
Hayley Huwiler - Hayley is such an amazing young lady. She always gives her best to her teachers and to her friends. Hayley brings so much joy to Team Wilson, and she can put a smile on anyone's face. Showing her ROARS is something that Hayley does naturally, and others strive to follow in her footsteps. Keep up the great work Miss Hayley!
Fernando Barnaby - Fernando is such a fantastic helper in PE. He is always willing to work with others in his class and help them out when needed. Fernando is always using his ROARS and is a great example for others to follow. Keep up the great work Fernando!
Alyssa Paynter - Alyssa is a great role model in music class. She follows her ROARS and is always focused and engaged in learning. Alyssa gives her best effort and works hard. She is responsible and we can always count on her to be kind respectful to others. Way to go, Alyssa!
5th grade:
Jeremiah Gilkins - Jeremiah is an enthusiastic learner and a good friend to others. His classmates can always count on him to help them when they are struggling with math, and he is always kind and patient. Keep up the good work, Jeremiah! We are so glad you are part of our class!
Tatum McGill - Tatum is a wonderful young lady and an outstanding 5th grader! She is kind, thoughtful, and respectful to everyone. If something needs to be done or someone needs help, Tatum is the first to jump in and help - usually without even being asked. She consistently works hard, pays attention, and produces high-quality work. Keep up the good work, Tatum!
Sophia Dennis-Ellis - Sophia has been doing such a great job! She came to Pine part way into the year, but has established herself as a wonderful leader, friend, and helper in our classroom. She always completes her work to the very best of her ability and never complains. She models her ROARS consistently at Pine Avenue. Keep up the great work Sophia!
Norah Gallop - Norah is consistently one of the hardest workers in our class. She is kind to all students, and has learned how to self-advocate when she doesn't understand something. she really is a rockstar student and her future is so bright she needs to wear sunglasses.
Paityn Bott - Paityn is a very conscientious student who always gives thoughtful, insightful answers. She is a good friend to her classmate. She is responsible and is always willing to lend a hand to other students or adults. Keep modeling your ROARS, Paityn! We are proud of you.
Braylie Bush - Braylie is a kind and caring student. She always completes her work and works hard every day. If anyone is having a bad day Braylie has a way of making the day better. She is a great student who always uses her R.O.A.R's. Keep up the great work and know that you deserve being the student of the month.
Isaac Moomey - Isaac is a great role model for students in the class. He works hard, tries his best, and puts forth the best effort on his assignments. Isaac has made great growth both in and out of the classroom! Keep up the great work Isaac!
Calin Swisher - Calin is a great leader in class. He is alway
Mele kalikimaka! Tomorrow is Blue Christmas/Hawaiian day! We hope your student can join the fun!
It’s book fair week and our students are so excited to shop!
Your student can shop during the school day, or the family can stop in on Thursday night from 5-7pm.
Tomorrow is RED & GREEN day! We're having so much fun with the 12 Days of Reindeer Games!
A HUGE thank you to Michigan One Community Credit Union for your generous donations to Hillcrest and Pine Avenue Elementary Schools!
Check out these special morning announcements, recorded by 3 members of our student leadership council (with Mr. Kemler's support!) Awesome job and a big thanks to all who helped make this happen!
https://youtu.be/HNZSB4Snd50
Wondering what to wear tomorrow as the Reindeer Games kick off? Check out our calendar to help!
Next week is the PTO Book Fair! If you are able to volunteer, all time slots are open:
Monday, December 5 - 8:30-11:30am and 12:00-2:30PM
Tuesday, December 6 - 8:30-11:30am and 12:00-2:30PM
Wednesday, December 7 - 8:30-11:30am and 12:00-2:30PM
Thursday, December 8 - 8:30-11:30am, 12:00-2:30PM, and 4:30-7:ooPM
Friday, December 9 - 8:30-11:30am and 12:00-2:30PM
Sign up here -->https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c094fa8ad2da4fbce9-pine
Students will be given an opportunity to look with their classes on Monday and provided shopping time through the week. If you would like to shop with your student, our family shopping night is Thursday from 5:00-7:00pm. We'd love to see you!
This week's Pine Press can be read here: https://www.smore.com/sqeuk
Have a fantastic weekend!
5th grade scholars are working hard during DI time in their classroom. During this time, students work on independent reading, completion of super sentences, getting instruction in small groups, and more!
Join us for 12 Days of Reindeer Games starting December 6th!
Working on the first draft of Compare & Contrast papers involves brainstorming and developing ideas first. Students are using a variety of methods to get ready for authoring. So cool!
