The 2019-2020 Ann Arbor Public Schools calendar is now on the district’s website as of Tuesday, June 25. The last time I checked last week, it was not there. I have not seen an email or social media announcement yet. Check out the 2019-2020 calendar on the district’s website. Beyond 2019-2020, Winter and Spring Breaks have been announced through the […]
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Bookstock is Metro Detroit’s largest non-profit used book and media sale. It is held at Livonia’s Laurel Park Place which is a convenient drive from Ann Arbor. Proceeds from the sale benefit charitable literacy and education projects in metro Detroit.
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Disclosure: Triangle Cooperative Preschool and Ann Arbor Nursery Cooperative Preschool have sponsored this article on Cooperative Preschools. It was written by Kristen and Catie, board members at each school. All opinions are theirs (although I also loved our years at a Cooperative Preschool). If you’re a parent of a young child, you may have heard the term “Cooperative Preschool” thrown […]
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The temperatures from Tuesday afternoon through Thursday are supposed to be dangerously cold with strong winds making the wind chill even lower. Windchills below -40F (or -40C since they’re the same thing) are a possibility. At these temperatures, it is not safe to be outside. Expect school closures, activity closures, and even businesses with modified hours. Ann Arbor Cold Weather […]
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With a winter storm bringing 5-8″ to the Ann Arbor area on Monday, January 28, snow closures are already rolling in. With snow forecast to roll in through the day, we are recommending that everyone stay home if possible or at least keep an eye on the weather and leave early if needed. Ann Arbor Snow Day Closures I have […]
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If you have a child who will be 3-5 this fall, it is time to start looking for preschools for the 2019-2020 school year. Our 2019-2020 Ann Arbor Preschool Guide is sponsored by Early Learning Center. Thank you also to the Preschools who purchased upgraded listings. Preschool Guide Sponsored by Early Learning Center The Early Learning Center has been providing a unique preschool […]
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Whether you have a child starting Kindergarten, Middle School, High School, are new to the area or just looking for a change, our 2019-2020 Ann Arbor School Guide will help you find the right fit. Thank you to the Schools who purchased upgraded listings. Ann Arbor K-12 School Listings Thank you to our School Guide Sponsors. They are listed below […]
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Summer Reading Programs with rewards for kids have been going on for as long as I can remember. Fortunately there are some great Ann Arbor Summer Reading Programs. I’m also sharing links to the Summer Reading Recommendations that we did in 2016. Over the years my daughter has participated in a number of different summer reading programs. When she was younger and […]
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The 2018-2019 Ann Arbor Public Schools calendar has been released! As with last year, it was posted to their website without an announcement. However, it is more than 4 months earlier than it was released last year (March vs July). Beyond 2018-2019, Winter and Spring Breaks have been announced through the 2021-2022 school year. Ann Arbor Public Schools Calendar Highlights […]
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Just in time for Back to School, English Gardens is offering teachers a free Garden Club membership. This is a great option for teachers who want to incorporate plans into their classroom. Feel free to share with your children’s school. Signups start next week (August 15). FREE GARDEN CLUB MEMBERSHIP FOR TEACHERS ANN ARBOR, Mich., August 3, 2017— Teachers can celebrate […]
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