February 28, 2022

Dear Logan Families, 

It’s a short Weekly Update this week. In it I’ve included information about:  

• 2022 LaFontaine Teacher of the Year Award

• A2Virtual Enrollment

• Important Upcoming Dates

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me. 

Sincerely,

Will Wright

2022 LaFontaine Teacher of the Year Award

Do you love one of our Logan teachers? Do you think they should be chosen as the 2022 Teacher of the Year? The A2Y Chamber is seeking nominations for the 2022 LaFontaine Teacher of the Year. Parents, staff, students and community members may submit nominations by March 24, 2022. For information on criteria and how to submit a nomination, please view the 2022 Teacher of the Year Nomination Letter here: 2022 Teacher of the Year Nomination Letter

A2Virtual Enrollment

Over the past trimester, I have had conversations with some families that have expressed interest in exploring online instruction that is offered through the A2 Virtual Village.  While we’d love to keep your child here at Logan, families have an opportunity to adjust their enrollment selection for the third trimester. As you consider your options, please note that enrollment in online programs is based on available space. More information about the online programs is available on the A2 Virtual Village website.  You are welcome to email any questions that you may have to a2velementary@a2schools.org. Click HERE to express your interest in enrolling your child in an online class by Monday, March 7, 2022. 

Important Upcoming Dates

• Wednesday, March 2 - PTO Meeting, 9:15am

• Wednesday, March 16 - Early Release Day, 1:18 pm dismissal

• Friday, March 25 - Last day before spring break

• Monday, April 4 - School resumes

Dear Logan Families, 

Last week was such a busy week at Logan! Thanks to all of our families who joined us for NAAPID. We look forward to inviting you into our classrooms in person again someday, but hopefully you enjoyed your virtual visits this year. We also hosted Valentine’s Day parties, 100th day of school celebrations, and a virtual remote learning day this week! And on top of that, Logan teachers began working on report cards during our early release day. What a week! 

In this Weekly Update, I’ve included information about:  

• Mid-Winter Break Reminder

• Updated Bus Route Suspensions Information

• A2Virtual Enrollment

• Extra Clothes in the Office

• Important Upcoming Dates

Mid-Winter Break Reminder

There will be no school on Monday, February 21, 2022 for Mid-Winter Break. School will resume on Tuesday, February 22, 2022. 

Updated Bus Route Suspension Information

Starting Tuesday, February 22, 2022, Bus 76 and Bus 148 will resume regular service. 

Starting Tuesday, February 22, 2022 through Friday, March 11, 2022, Bus 110 will be suspended. Families of students on these suspended routes will have to find alternate transportation to and from school. 

****Please remember that these canceled routes means a significant increase in cars moving in and out of the parking lot during arrival and dismissal. Please be patient during arrival and dismissal! Our most important priority is ensuring everyone's safety.

A2Virtual Enrollment

Over the past trimester, I have had conversations with some families that have expressed interest in exploring online instruction that is offered through the A2 Virtual Village.  While we’d love to keep your child here at Logan, families have an opportunity to adjust their enrollment selection for the third trimester. As you consider your options, please note that enrollment in online programs is based on available space. More information about the online programs is available on the A2 Virtual Village website.  You are welcome to email any questions that you may have to a2velementary@a2schools.org. Click HERE to express your interest in enrolling your child in an online class by Monday, March 7, 2022. 

Extra Clothes in the Office

Winter weather means that we’ve been going through a lot of our loaner clothes in the office. If your child had to borrow an item of clothing from the office, please wash it and return it to Logan as soon as possible. Also, we’re in need of additional items. Specifically, we need: 

• Pants-sweatpants and leggings are ideal ( no jeans), size 7 and larger

• Girls underwear, size 6 and larger (New, in the package)

• Boys underwear, size 7 and larger (New, in the package)

• Socks, all sizes

• Mittens/Gloves

If you have any of these items, please consider donating them to Logan. 

Important Upcoming Dates

• Monday, February 21 - No School, Mid-Winter Break

• Wednesday, March 2 - PTO Meeting, 9:15am

• Wednesday, March 16 - Early Release Day, 1:18 pm dismissal

• Friday, March 25 - Last day before spring break

• Monday, April 4 - School resumes

Dear Logan Families, 

I have a few important and time sensitive updates to share so I am sending next week’s Weekly Update a little early. Please take a moment to read through these notes. Happy Friday! I hope you have a great weekend. 

In this Weekly Update, I’ve included information about:  

• Bus Route Suspension Continuation - ALL FAMILIES - PLEASE READ

• NAAPID Reminder

• Early Release Reminder

• Extra Clothes in the Office

• Young 5s/Kindergarten Round Up

• Important Upcoming Dates

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me. 

Sincerely,

Will Wright

Bus Route Suspension Continuation - ALL FAMILIES - PLEASE READ

Bus 76 (AM and PM) and Bus 148 (AM and PM) will continue to be suspended next week. As you know, this means a much busier parking lot. We REALLY need everyone’s cooperation during dismissal. We have made a few observations that are concerning. To address these concerns, please consider the following: 

1. Either wait in the pickup line or park and proceed to the designated pick up areas (lower el playground or the walkway leading to the upper el playground). Our staff will only be able to enter your Driveline number at these designated locations. Do not ask our staff to enter your Driveline number if you’re not in one of these areas. Driveline is color coded to inform children and teachers where you’re located. 

2. Do not try to skip the car line by parking behind parked cars in the parking lot. Either find a parking spot in the parking lot or along Traver Blvd or stay in the line and wait. Be patient and give yourself extra time. 

3. DO NOT park in the handicapped spots. We have families that need these spots to accommodate their children’s needs. 

4. Please load as quickly as possible. If you need extra time to get your child buckled, please park instead of using the pick up line. 

5. Please be nice to our staff! Everyone is doing their best to move families through the dismissal line as quickly as possible. If someone on our staff asks you to do something, please follow their directions. 

No one likes these long lines (especially us!), but we’re doing our best to get everyone out quickly and safely. Please help accomplish this by following proper dismissal procedures. 

NAAPID Reminder

Monday is our annual NAAPID celebration! NAAPID is the day we celebrate the importance of the role of parents in each child's education. This year, NAAPID will be on Monday, February 14, 20222. On this day, we invite all parents and adult family members to visit Logan Elementary virtually.  According to NAAPID founder, Joe Dulin " Education is the key to success and parents are educators' greatest allies."  Please consider joining your Logan Leopard’s class virtually for some portion of your day during NAAPID! 

This year, we’re inviting parents into our classrooms via Zoom for many different shared experiences:

• Students may share poems, writing, artwork, etc. 

• You may experience a shared read-aloud with the class

• Parents may read, share about their career,  or share about their culture

• You may experience math games with your student

Individual teachers will communicate classroom specific plans to their classes. We also created this document with zoom links so families can easily access their children’s classes. We’re still adding a few more links. 

Early Release Reminder

Wednesday, February 16, 2022 is an Early Release Day. Students will be dismissed at 1:18pm. Lunch will be served prior to dismissal. Please make plans to have your child picked up from school early on Wednesday. 

Extra Clothes in the Office

Winter weather means that we’ve been going through a lot of our loaner clothes in the office. If your child had to borrow an item of clothing from the office, please wash it and return it to Logan as soon as possible. Also, we’re in need of additional items. Specifically, we need: 

• Pants-sweatpants and leggings are ideal ( no jeans), size 7 and larger

• Girls underwear, size 6 and larger (New, in the package)

• Boys underwear, size 7 and larger (New, in the package)

• Socks, all sizes

• Mittens/Gloves

If you have any of these items, please consider donating them to Logan. 

Young 5s/Kindergarten Round Up

We hosted our Young 5s/Kindergarten Round Up on Wednesday. If you or someone you know was unable to attend, we have a recording of the event posted on our website as well as other enrollment information. Feel free to share this information with any family you know that is considering sending their child to Logan next year. 

Important Upcoming Dates

• Wednesday, February 9 - Student Count Day

• Wednesday, February 9 - Logan Young 5s/Kindergarten Round Up

• Wednesday, February 16 - Early Release Day, 1:18 pm dismissal

• Monday, February 21 - No School, Mid-Winter Break

• Wednesday, March 2 - PTO Meeting, 9:15am

• Wednesday, March 16 - Early Release Day, 1:18 pm dismissal

• Friday, March 25 - Last day before spring break

• Monday, April 4 - School resumes

Dear Logan Families, 

Welcome back after a snowy weekend! I’m just returning from lunch recess, and the kids were having a blast playing in the snow! I hope they had as much fun in the snow this weekend as they’re having today! 

I have a few updates and announcements to share this week. In this Weekly Update, I’ve included information about:  

• You’re Invited for NAAPID!

• Young 5s/Kindergarten Round Up

• Bus Route Suspension - Reminder

• Clague Information Night: A message to fifth grade families from the Clague Team

• Important Upcoming Dates

You’re Invited for NAAPID!

NAAPID is the day we celebrate the importance of the role of parents in each child's education. This year, NAAPID will be on Monday, February 14, 20222. On this day, we invite all parents and adult family members to visit Logan Elementary virtually.  According to NAAPID founder, Joe Dulin " Education is the key to success and parents are educators' greatest allies."  Please consider joining your Logan Leopard’s class virtually for some portion of your day during NAAPID! 

This year, we’re inviting parents into our classrooms via Zoom for many different shared experiences:

• Students may share poems, writing, artwork, etc. 

• You may experience a shared read-aloud with the class

• Parents may read, share about their career,  or share about their culture

• You may experience math games with your student

Individual teachers will communicate classroom specific plans to their classes. We also created this document with zoom links so families can easily access their children’s classes. We’re still adding a few more links. 

Young 5s/Kindergarten Round Up

Logan is hosting our Young 5s/Kindergarten Round Up this Wednesday, February 9 at 6:00pm. If you have an incoming Young5 or Kindergarten student, we hope you’ll join us. If you know of any potential families who are considering Logan, please invite them to join us as well. The event will take place via zoom. 

https://a2schools.zoom.us/j/97428196220 

You can register for Kindergarten or Young 5s online. The online registration process (InfoSnap) can be found at the Ann Arbor School’s website on the enrollment page.

Bus Route Suspension - Reminder

Bus 76 (AM and PM) and Bus 148 (AM and PM) will be suspend for the reminder of the week. Transportation will notify if these bus routes will resume next week and if there will be any additional bus route suspensions.  Families of students on these suspended routes will have to find alternate transportation to and from school. I apologize again for the challenge this creates for families. 

Clague Information Night: A message to fifth grade families from the Clague Team

On Thursday, February 3, 2022, we had our annual virtual event welcoming rising 6th grade students and their families to Clague Middle School. If you were not able to attend - no problem! Please click on the links below, or visit Clague's website, to access important information and recordings from the evening.

• Click HERE to access the slide and videos from the evening event

• Click HERE to view Clague's 6th Grade Orientation Website

Please reach out to Clague Middle school at 734-994-1976 or clague@aaps.k12.mi.us with any questions you might have. We look forward to partnering with you! 

Important Upcoming Dates

• Wednesday, February 9 - Student Count Day

• Wednesday, February 9 - Logan Young 5s/Kindergarten Round Up

• Wednesday, February 16 - Early Release Day, 1:18 PM dismissal

• Monday, February 21 - No School, Mid-Winter Break