Our Schools News - August 2016

August 20, 2016 Allegan Public Schools

www.alleganpublicschools.org

C.O.D.E. Orange football event

Sept. 16 (See Page 8 for more details)

2015-16 APS School Calendar

Mark your calendars for this fall’s musical/comedy, “The Addams Family” in our Performing Arts Center at Allegan High School on November 17, 18, 19 (all performances at 7 p.m.)

Adults: $10, Students/ Seniors: $7.

Sept 6 Sept 14 Oct 12 Oct 17-20 Oct 21 Nov 9 Nov 23-25 Dec 7 Dec 19-Jan 2 Jan 18 Feb 13-16 Feb 17 Feb 22 Mar 22 Apr 3-7 Apr 19 May 1-4 May 17 May 29 June 8 Jun 14

First Day for Students 2 Hr. Early Dismissal 2 Hr. Early Dismissal Parent-Teacher Conferences* NO SCHOOL 2 Hr. Early Dismissal NO SCHOOL (Thanksgiving) 2 Hr. Early Dismissal NO SCHOOL (Christmas Break) 2 Hr. Early Dismissal Parent-Teacher Conferences* NO SCHOOL (Midwinter Break) 2 Hr. Early Dismissal 2 Hr. Early Dismissal NO SCHOOL (Spring Break) 2 Hr. Early Dismissal Parent-Teacher Conferences* 2 Hr. Early Dismissal NO SCHOOL (Memorial Day) Allegan High School Graduation Last Day for Students

IMPORTANT – KEEP NEAR YOUR PHONE

School Open Houses August 31, 2016:

Allegan Public Schools Telephone Numbers

Administration Office.................................... 673-5431 Kevin Harness (superintendent) Bill Hammer (director of operations) Cheryl-Marie Manson (director of instruction) George Mohr (state and federal programs) Allegan High School .................................... 673-7002 Jim Mallard (principal) L.E. White Middle School............................. 673-2241 James Antoine (principal) Dawson Elementary....................................... 673-6925 Ron Orr (principal) North Ward Elementary................................. 673-6003 Becky Corbett (principal) Pine Trails Elementary................................... 673-5379 Jaym Abraham (principal) West Ward Elementary................................... 673-7000 Harry Dalm (principal) Allegan Alternative High & Adult Ed............ 673-5433 Laura Feffer (principal) Special Education........................................... 673-5431 Cheryl-Marie Manson (director) Tasha Frigmanski (supervisor) Athletic Office................................................ 673-7002 Matthew Stofer (director) Pool/Aquatics................................................. 673-7002 Mark Mattox (ext. 5507) Maintenance Department............................... 673-2085 George Zeock (supervisor) Transportation Department........................... 673-2203 Darrell Stoughton (supervisor) Food Service ............................................... 673-7002 Barb Elenbaas (supervisor) ext. 5517

Dawson Elementary (5:30-6:30 p.m.)

North Ward Elementary (6-7 p.m.)

West Ward Elementary (6-7 p.m.)

Pine Trails Elementary (6-7 p.m.)

L.E.White Middle School (7-8 p.m.)

Allegan High School FRESHMAN Orientation for Students Only (Aug 31 from 8 am-1 pm) Alternative High School (6-7 p.m)

Allegan Public Schools 2016-17 Board of Education Regular Meeting Schedule

July 11, 2016 (Organizational Meeting) (6:00 p.m.)

August 8, 2016 (6:00 p.m.)

September 12, 2016 (7:00 p.m.)

October 10, 2016 (7:00 p.m.)

November 14, 2016 (7:00 p.m.)

December 12, 2016 (7:00 p.m.)

January 9, 2017 (7:00 p.m.)

February 13, 2017 (7:00 p.m.)

March 13, 2017 (7:00 p.m.)

April 10, 2017 (7:00 p.m.)

May 8, 2017 (7:00 p.m.)

June 26, 2017 (6:00 p.m.)

July 10, 2016 (6:00 p.m.) Organizational Meeting

School Web page: www.alleganpublicschools.org

Lifelong Learners

Come join this group of lively senior citizens as they explore new topics of interest, visit fun sites, and meet new people! The Lifelong Learners meet at the administration building on Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m., starting September 21. If you are not on their mailing list and would like to be, please contact Coordinator, Sally Trabulsi at 673-6450 or email sallyallegan@yahoo.com.

--Most regular meetings scheduled for the 2nd Monday of each month, except for June 26, 2017.

--Regular meetings during school year are scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m.

--Regular meetings during the summer (June, July, August) begin at 6:00 p.m.

--Special meetings will be posted at the entrance and on the district website.

--All meetings to be held at the Allegan Public Schools’ Administration Building, 550 Fifth Street, Allegan MI 49010.

Interested citizens are invited to attend meetings. There is an opportunity for public comments of a general nature at the beginning of every board meeting. Persons with disabilities who need special accommodations should contact the Superintendent at 673-5431, or at 550 Fifth Street, Allegan, MI 49010, ten days prior to the meeting.

The “Our Schools News” is a publication of Allegan Public Schools. It is published at least four times annually and mailed to all residents of the Allegan area. If you know of someone who is not receiving this publication that would benefit from receiving it, please contact Joni VanNieuwenhuyzen, editor, at 673-5431 or email: jonivan@alleganps.org Page 2

Are You Ready?

As a veteran educator I often remark to our new staff members that each school year goes faster than the one before. Within a couple of years, they understand exactly what I was talking about. I am beginning to feel the same way about our summer breaks. By the time you read this article there will be just over two weeks until the start of school! Not possible – but true!

Are you ready? I understand if your answer is “Not really.” Frankly, we are not quite ready either. But with only a couple of weeks left to go, I thought I would give you a few thoughts or reminders of what we can do together to make sure 2016-17 is a great year for “our” students.

In each of the last two issues of the Our Schools News my article contained a list of things that we here at Allegan Public Schools do, or provide, for our students and families. In the March edition I created a fairly lengthy list of many of the opportunities, activities, and support programs that we provide for our students, kindergarten through twelfth grade. I actually received feedback from a few of our readers regarding the sheer length of the list, as well as comments of surprise about programs that the readers were not aware of. In the June edition I listed many of the business and operations tasks that occur over the summer months in preparation for the start of school.

Again, I received comments of surprise regarding some of the tasks that are required to run a school district.

So for this “Back to School” edition I thought I would turn the tables and provide a list of things parents can do to not only help their child start out the school year on the right foot, but also continue to be successful throughout the year. There are some items on the list that relatives, friends, and community members can also do to encourage and support our students’ success. Many of the ideas are common sense and you have heard them before. But a good reminder is never a bad thing - so here you go: 

Promote and enforce healthy habits. Now is the time to start moving that bedtime a little earlier so that wake up time on the first day is not quite so shocking. There is no replacement for a good night’s sleep. Healthy eating habits, especially a healthy breakfast before school, is extremely important. Regular exercise also plays a major role in overall health and sustained academic success.  Stick to a routine. Most students function better with a daily routine because they know what to expect. A daily routine provides the structure for growth and reduces distractions from learning.  Get organized, and stay that way. Designate a place for your children to do their homework. Eliminate distractions from that space and make sure they have the supplies and materials they need. Also designate a location where everything that is needed for the next day of school is placed the night before.  Read! It’s that simple. Read with your child and provide time and opportunity for your child to read on a regular basis.

Model the importance of reading by doing it yourself and discussing with your child what each of you are reading. This simple, yet not so simple task of reading and understanding what you have read cannot be over emphasized.  Utilize learning opportunities at home. Whether it is following a cooking recipe, working on the family auto, or planning a family trip, there are countless opportunities to reinforce and expand the learning your child experiences at school.  Communicate with your child’s teachers. When parents and teachers are on the same page, and understand what each other are doing, a student’s chance for success is maximized.  Expect success and support your child. It is important that your child understands that you expect him or her to succeed. That doesn’t mean you expect them to be the highest performing student in class. The expectation is for them to do their best, so that they can be proud, and know that you are proud, of what they have accomplished. Demonstrating a high level of interest and providing consistent support is crucial for your child’s success at school.

As with my two previous articles, this is certainly not a comprehensive list of all of the activities and supports that will enable our children to be successful students. But I hope that I at least refreshed your memory or gave you a few new ideas so that when September 6th rolls around you can say – “We’re ready!”

Welcome back and go Tigers!

In compiling the bulleted list above I utilized information in an article that originally appeared in a 2007 back to school edition of Healthy Children Magazine entitled “Ten Tips for Your Child’s Success in School.”

New Staff at APS:

Melissa Benoit HS Teacher English

Ned VanFarowe Elem Teacher Special Education

Sarah Gallaher High School Vocal Music

Kaitlyn Griffin HS Teacher Special Ed/English

School Lunch Prices increase for 2016-17:

Trevor Lucas HS Teacher Social Studies

Colin Weber HS/MS Band Director

Welcome

(or welcome back)

School Lunches and Breakfasts will increase by 25 cents for the upcoming school year. Meal prices at APS have not increased in over five years. Because free and reduced lunches are subsidized by the federal government, schools must maintain pricing for full-pay students according to a formula that ensures that lunches for full-pay students are not being subsidized with those federal dollars earmarked for students on free/reduced lunch. See page 15 for information on how to qualify for free or reduced lunch or breakfast for your child.

This year’s lunch/breakfast prices are:

Breakfast: $1.75 Lunch: $2.50 (elementary) $2.75 (middle school and high school)

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Holly Dowd Pine Trails Secretary

Allegan Deborah Dangremond Public Alt High School Schools!!!

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Healthy Kids Dental Your child’s dental health is impor-

tant! Allegan has local dentists that offer services through the “Healthy Kids Dental” (Medicaid) program.

Cleanings, exams, and any necessary dental work can be performed -- usually at no charge to parents. If you have questions about this program, please contact one of the following local participating dentists: Eric R Erickson, DDS (269) 673-8916 David Buis, DDS (269) 673-4332 Page 4

Safety is our #1 priority --

(Did you hear the news? APS receives perfect rating from State Police -- NO red or yellow tags!)

The most recent inspection of our school buses, made by the Michigan State Police Department, resulted in a 100% pass rate on our fleet of 26+ buses! This means there were no “red tags” or even “yellow tags.”

Kudos to our bus mechanics, Dave Edwards and Gary Ramaker, who do an outstanding job keeping our fleet of buses and other vehicles safely on the road!!!

Bus Routes:

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Elementary Shuttle Buses Shuttle bus services will be provided for some elementary students, on a space-available basis, using the following criteria: 1. Special needs students 2. GSRP preschool and Y-5’s students 3. Students moved to another school due to overcrowding.

4. Daycare issues and School of Choice requests.

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Walkers that need to use the shuttle bus service should be at their home school by 7:30 a.m.

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BUS #4 (BUCK)

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116tth Ave/29th St 2611 116th Ave 116th Ave/Fawn Path 2584 116th Ave 2567 116th Ave 2561 116th Ave 2535 116th Ave 1675 24th St 1665 21st St 1501 21st St 1385 22nd St 2529 114th Ave 2544 114th Ave 2580 114th Ave 2721 114th Ave 658 Hooker Rd 213 Eastern Ave 475 Grand St Grand St/Weeks St 115 Park Ave 124 Park Ave 150 Park Ave

BUS #6 (FISH) Race St/Church 121 Briggs St Briggs St/ Charles St Briggs St/Pleasant St 225 Lowe St 233 Lowe St Oak Meadows Apts 617 Grand St 500 Streeter St Bridgeport Apts

6:25

Students should be at their bus stop approximately 5 minutes before pickup time.

Times listed below are APPROXIMATE. Adjustments to this schedule may be made at any time during the school year.

IF YOUR ADDRESS IS NOT LISTED, please have your child wait at the nearest listed stop and have his/her address and phone number available for the driver.

Bus take-home routes and times may vary from the schedule below.

Bus passes will no longer be allowed. If your child needs transportation other than to his/her own home stop on a regular basis (example: to the child’s sitter) please make arrangements with your child’s school for prior approval. Please do not contact the bus garage.

Students are not allowed to bring the following on the bus: live animals or insects, glass containers or glass articles, balloons, toys, bats, balls, hockey sticks, skiis, skateboards, sleds, or other items that may cause injury to a student or damage a bus. It is the parents’ responsibility to transport these items to school. All carry-on items must be secured by the student in their lap or between their knees (no loose items allowed on the seat or aisle).

For the safety of other students and the driver, please do not allow your student to have articles hanging from their book bag, backpack, or clothes which can get caught as they enter/exit the bus.

Questions should be directed to Darrell Stoughton, Transportation Supervisor, at the Bus Garage 673-2203.

BUS #7 (CHICKEN)

6:30

37th St/109th Ave

6:10 480 40th St 6:15 438 39th St 420 39th St 6:20

6:35 3927 102nd Ave

6:40 274 40th St 6:25

6:45 422 40th St

6:50 4177 102nd Ave 6:30

6:55 232 43rd St 6:35

404 42nd St 6:40

7:00 4384 105th Ave 6:45

4376 105th Ave

7:05 4344 105th Ave 4328 105th Ave 6:50

7:10 4304 105th Ave 4277 104th Ave

7:15 105th Ave/Oak Dr 6:55 4036 104th Ave 7:00 4008 104th Ave 7:05 3972 104th Ave 7:00 3962 104th Ave 755 38th St 7:10

792 38th St

7:05 7:10 7:15

Bus Times are Approximate!

Call Bus Garage for more information 673-2203 Page 5

BUS #8 (BIRD)

M 40/Springhill Dr 6:30 926 M 40 682 M 40 3318 108th Ave 6:35 3306 108th ave 3282 108th Ave 3272 108th Ave 3285 110th Ave 6:40 1015 33rd St

33rd St/Conley Dr 6:45 Thomas St/Beechwood Dr 6:50 175 Jackson St 176 Thomas St 6:55 Cherry St/Cedar St 7:00 Kalamazoo St/Fifth St S Division St/Marshall St 7:05 1314 Ely St 3339 113th Ave 3371 113th Ave 7:10

BUS #10 ( DUCK)

BUS #14 (STARFISH)

BUS #17 (RABBIT)

1089 26th St

4212 126th Ave 6:30 1122 26th St 2826 118th Ave 6:30 Dumont Creek Estates 1118 26th St

7:00 36th St./122nd Ave 6:20 4257 126TH Ave 2707 118th Ave 1131 26th St 4242 126th Ave 6:35 118th Ave/Horshoe Cove 6:35 3631 Dumont Rd 1195 Lincoln Rd 2433 41st St 26th St/Harold Dr 6:40 3716 124th Ave 7:05 3874 124th Ave 2354 M-40 6:40 M-89/Martha Ct 26th St/Koteras Dr M-89/Wells Rd

3944 124th Ave 6:25 2250 M-40 2671 120th Ave M-89/Pine Rd 6:30 122nd Ave/Walking Horse Ln 121st St/Forrest Dr 6:45 2248 Taft Rd

6:45 1225 Lincoln Rd 2524 Van Horn Ct 6:50 2277 38th St 1229 Lincoln Rd 7:10 2295 38th St 6:35 3838 122nd Ave 2070 27th St 6:50 2744 120th Ave 6:55 4096 126th Ave 6:40 2184 M-40 3779 121st Ave BUS #20 (GIRAFFE) 3057 118th Ave 7:00 2561 41st St 121st Ave./Appy Way 6:55 3094 118th Ave 34th St/Autumn Trl

4205 127th Ave 6:45 3969 121st Ave River St/Grandview Dr 7:05 2768 41st St 1820 34th St

6:40 6:50 2109 41st St 7:00 1826 34th St River St/HickorySt 4291 128th Ave Allegan Dam Rd/Limber Lost 736 River St Babylon Rd/Alexa Ln 4449 Whisper Ct 6:55 Ln

River St/Riverview Park Dr 3354 Babylon Rd 3878 125th Ave 7:05 3953 Allegan Dam Rd 7:05 Ida St/Jenny St 7:10 Babylon Rd./33rd St 2010 M-40 7:10 3849 Allegan Dam Rd 127 Ida St 3271 Babylon Rd 6:45 1934 M-40 3807 Allegan Dam Rd 7:10 3258 Babylon Rd

440 River St (North Ward) 7:15 1880 M-40 3792 Allegan Dam Rd 1775 Meadowlark Ln M-40/W. Babylon Rd 7:15 Allegan Dam Rd./37th St. 7:15 3257 Bluebird Ln 6:50 1828 M-40 3651 Allegan Dam Rd BUS #11 (COW) Riverbend Dr./Bluebird Ln East Ln/Park-Village East 1826 M-40 7:20 3265 Babylon Rd MHP 6:50 3242 Fairhaven Dr 6:55 1206 E. Village Dr BUS #15 (CAMEL) 3224 Fairhaven Dr BUS #18 (BEAR)

1144 28th St 6:55 112th Ave/39th St 6:50 34thSt/Woodland Trl 3079 Dumont Rd 111th Ave/27th St 7:00 4028 112th Ave 3111 Dumont Rd 7:00 1955 34th St

6:30 2728 111th Ave

1100 41st St 6:55 3342 122nd Ave 3151 Dumont Rd

6:35 2663 111th Ave 1092 41st St

7:05 Allegan Co. Service Ctr 6:40 3092 Dumont Rd 2653 111th Ave 7:05 4005 110th Ave 7:00 Youth Home 3081 Dumont Rd

1181 27th St 7:10 3787 110th Ave 3260 118th Ave

7:10 3270 122nd Ave

6:45 2767 111th Ave 3717 111th Ave 7:05 3029 125th Ave 6:50 3301 Babylon Rd 2785 111th Ave 3731 111th Ave 3321 Babylon Rd 3241 125th Ave 3756 111th Ave Babylon Rd/Penn Crossing

3271 125th Ave BUS #12 (PANDA) 1076 38th St 7:10 125th Ave./Spec Lake MHP 7:15 1557 34th St 6:40 1113 38th St

6:55 3515 Monroe Rd 6:45 1139 38th St 3347 125th Ave BUS #21 (EAGLE) 1152 38th St

7:15 125th Ave/Beech Ct 1725 39th St 1256 29th St 6:20 39th St/Kiella Dr 6:55 34th St/Red Fox Ln 3460 125th Ave 7:00 1146 22nd St 6:40 1485 34th St 7:20 3475 121st Ave 1836 Tepee Trl 7:10 2535 111th Ave

6:45 3926 S. Arrowhead Trl 3467 121st Ave 2552 111th Ave 1809 w Arrowhead Trl 7:00 2632 Dutch Acres 6:50 Monroe Rd/Ryan Wood Dr BUS #16 (PENGUIN) 1184 Dutch Acres BUS #19 (LION) 3606 Monroe Rd 7:05 2529 36th St

6:20 207 Bridge Rd 6:25 1181 Dutch Acres 1669 36th St 2543 36th St Bridge Rd/Maple St 1182 26th St 1656 36th St 3533 126th Ave 6:55 1205 Bridge Rd

6:30 26th St/Minor Ln 1620 36th St 3520 126th Ave 1238 26th Ave 838 Williams Rd 6:35 1609 36th St 7:10 3482 127th Ave 6:25 2797 108th Ave 2609 113th Ave 3866 115th Ave 3672 126th Ave

6:30 2672 108th Ave 6:40 2634 113th Ave 3776 115th Ave 3679 126th Ave 2670 113th Ave 7:00 108th Ave/Tompkins Dr 3582 115th Ave 7:20 3735 128th Ave

6:35 808 26th St 2753 113th Ave 2772 32nd St 6:40 2570 108th Ave 6:45 2780 113th Ave Bus Stop Times are 3205 127th Ave 2789 113th Ave/Gordan Dr 2467 108th Ave 3314 127th Ave 7:05 APPROXIMATE. 2427 106th Ave 6:50 2846 113th Ave 3364 127th Ave

6:45 2887 113th Ave 639 26th St Call Bus Garage for 3407 127th Ave Herkimer St/Fourth St 7:10 711 26th St more information: 3428 127th Ave 909 26th St

6:55 673-2203 1008 26th St Page 6

BUS #22 (HORSE)

3241 104th Ave

3047 104th Ave

102nd Ave/Schanz Rd 3173 102nd Ave Baseline MHP

3391 Baseline Rd

35454 Baseline Rd 3583 Baseline Rd

3736 102nd Ave

102nd Ave./37th St 3672 102nd Ave 3645 102nd Ave 3492 102nd Ave

3461 102nd Ave 315 M-40

610 32nd St 32nd St/Busfield Dr

3316 110th Ave

BUS #23 (DOG)

BUS #26 (SQUIRREL)

6:15 6:20 6:30 6:35 6:40 6:45

6:50 6:55

7:00 7:05

34th St/Lakeview Ridge Ln 6:20 3581 109th Ave 6:25 3619 109th Ave 3615 108th Ave 3585 108th Ave

6:30 3538 108th Ave

3546 107th Ave

6:35 658 36th St 554 36th St

6:40 3795 105th Ave 512 38th St 449 38th St 6:45 3602 104th Ave

3476 104th Ave 6:50 3450 104th St

603 34th St 746 34th St

6:55 779 34th St 3567 110th Ave

7:00 3669 110th Ave 3680 110th Ave

7:05 3695 110th Ave 1170 37th St 7:10

BUS #24 (SWAN)

3947 Monroe Rd 6:35 Monroe Rd/Tom Nolan Rd 4117 Monroe Rd 6:40 4143 Monroe Rd 4245 117th Ave 4257 117th Ave

6:45 117th Ave/Allen Rd 4347 117th Ave 6:50 44th St./Grant Dr 44th St/Aspen Dr 44th St./Moore Rd 6:55 1917 43rd St

7:00 4182 Nantucket Dr 7:05 Monroe Rd/Shady Ln 7:10

BUS #31 (FROG)

4129 106th Ave 7:05 4123 112th Ave

6:10 2219 30th St

6:35 760 40th St 660 40th St 4287 112th Ave 2279 30th St

7:10 4300 113th Ave

6:15 2297 30th St

6:40 108th Ave/Watts Rd 950 37th St 4329 112th Ave 30th St/Wetmore Dr

963 37th St

4481 110th Ave 6:20 Clyde Rd/Meade Rd 2688 35th St 4493 110th Ave 2408 30th St 6:45 4572 110th Ave 3127 127th Ave 2630 35th St 950 46th St 6:25 3152 127th Ave

6:50 3507 125th Ave

6:50 4819 109th Ave/Store 6:30 2886 125th Ave

6:55 3504 B abylon Rd 4737 110th Ave 2949 122nd Ave 34492 Babylon Rd 4614 110th Ave

6:35 2955 122nd Ave 7:00 3448 Babylon Rd 7:00 4697 112th Ave

6:40 2112 30th St 3412 Babylon Rd 1246 44th St 6:50 3030 30th St 1826 34th St

7:05 1189 44th St 1883 30th St

7:05 3356 Delano St.

7:10 4372 110th Ave

6:55 30th St/Rose Dr

4334 110th Ave 185 Summit Dr BUS #17 (RABBIT) 1019 42nd St

7:00 167 Summit Dr

7:10 4212 126th Ave

6:30 1072 42nd St 4257 126th Ave 1076 42nd St BUS #32 (BUTTERFLY) 4242 126th Ave

6:35 1301 42nd St 4431 108th Ave

6:10 2433 41st St 1268 42nd St 7:05 810 48th St

6:15 2354 M-40

6:40 112th Ave/Kimble Dr 7:10 4771 108th Ave 2250 M-40

3593 113th Ave. 7:15 670 46th St 6:20 122nd Ave/Walking Horse Ln6:45 3583 113th Ave 106th Ave/48th St 3838 122nd Ave 3575 113th Ave 4784 106th Ave 2184 M-40

6:50 3559 113th Ave

7:20 4720 106th Ave 6:25 3779 121st Ave

482 44th St

6:35 121st Ave./Appy Way 6:55 393 44th St 6:40 3969 121st Ave 275 44th St BUS #27 (WHALE) 2109 41st St 7:00

6:45 Allegan Dam Rd/Limber Lost Ln Pritchard Estates 7:05 341 46th St 6:50 3953 Allegan Dam Rd 7:05 Highpoint Apts 7:10 483 44th St 44th St./Swan Lake MHP 3849 Allegan Dam Rd Herkimer St/APS Admin 7:15 721 44th St 3807 Allegan Dam Rd 7:10 795 44th St 3792 Allegan Dam Rd 4275 108th Ave 6:55 Allegan Dam Rd./37th St. 7:15 BUS #30 (CAT) 654 42nd St

7:00 3651 Allegan Dam Rd 2854 104th Ave 6:20 4158 107th Ave 1826 M-40 7:20 2800 104th Ave 2742 104th Ave 543 27th St 2780 106th Ave 6:25 Allegan High School has traditionally been proud to host 505 28th St many foreign exchange students from various countries.

484 28th St 6:30 These students have encouraged cultural diversity among 167 28th St

6:35 AHS students, and have been a welcome addition to our dis72 30th St trict. International Student Exchange is once again looking 50 30th St to place students in the Allegan area. There is no cost for 3022 Russon Rd

6:40 host families -- all you supply is love, food, and a bed! Stu688 28th St 6:45 dents have their 703 28th St 6:50 own spending 2943 108th Ave money and in3030 108th Ave surance. If you 3042 108th Ave

6:55 are interested 108th Ave/Pike Lk Rd in finding out 108th Ave/Melodee Pk Dr 7:00 more about this M-40/109th Ave

7:05 program, please M-40/Valley Vista Dr

call Beth Herpst M-40/Huber St at (269) 303M-40/Orchard Lane 4046.

1297 M-40

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Foreign Exchange Students

Allegan Tiger Athletics

Support Allegan Athletics

By: Matt Stofer, Athletic Director www.alleganathletics.com The High School Fall Sports teams have started or are entering game action and with that we take a look at the upcoming Middle School Sports teams (7th & 8th Grade). Reminder all students must have a sports physical on file in the High School Office before joining or trying out for a team. The physical must have been completed after April 15, 2016 for this school year.

MIDDLE SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY: Practice starts on Monday, August 22 at 7:00 pm in front of the High School. Practice will be nightly prior to school starting. 6th graders may participate in Cross Country.

MIDDLE SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Practice will start on Monday, August 29 - 1:30 pm at the High School Locker Room with helmets and lockers being assigned. Practice during the first week will be from 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm.

MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL: Tryouts are Monday, August 29, Tuesday, August 30 and Wednesday, Aug. 31 with the 8th grade tryouts from 3:00-4:30 pm and 7th grade tryouts from 4:30-6:00 pm. Please note both grade level tryouts will be at the High School Auxiliary Gym. ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT NOTES: *$1.00 Presale Student Tickets are back again this year!

Allegan students can purchase $1.00 tickets for any High School or Middle School home sporting event at any of the Elementary, Middle or High School offices during the school day and save--as student tickets are $5.00 (High School) or $3.00 (Middle School) at the games. *Punch Passes also return this season and now are on sale in the High School Main Office. *Allegan All-Sports Booster next meeting is Monday, Sept.

12 - 7:00 pm - High School Tiger Den. Some of the drama students participating: Bry Belden, Angelica Zoch, Cailee Bywater, Shania Sauceda, and Sam Croteau.

Backstage Experience

AHS drama students attended a summer “Backstage Experience” at the Barn Theater in Augusta, MI, where they got to enjoy musicals-Guys & Dolls, The Little Mermaid, and Singin’ In the Rain, as well as tour behind the scenes to explore the technical side of theater.

The Allegan All-Sports Booster Club supports ALL high school and middle school athletic teams through the following activities: TRI Allegan, Raffle, concession stand sales, selling spirit wear, 50/5, and hoop shoot. Proceeds pay for uniforms; team equipment: cheerleading mats, swim & dive equipment, refurbishing the baseball & softball fields, track hurdles, to name a few; Tiger Athletic Scholarships; Team awards; Scholar-Athlete recognition; and Hall of Fame.

Please help us help our teams through our annual raffle sales. A $25.00 ticket gets you a weekly chance at $200.

Drawings start 9/9/16 through 5/26/17 and are based on the weekly Michigan lottery pick 3 numbers. Please contact the Athletic office at the high school or any high school athlete for tickets. Proceeds exclusively go towards the purchase of new team uniforms.

Thank you, Cyndi Riess, President

C.O.D.E. Orange 2016-17

Fall Football Event - Winter MVE Basketball Event C.O.D.E. Orange stands for “Community On Deck for Education” and the entire Allegan community is invit-ed to attend the CODE Orange football game on Friday, September 16 at Allegan High School (vs. Dowagiac). Sponsored by the Educational Foundation of Allegan Public Schools and Allegan General Hospital, this event is a chance for the community to become involved in supporting their schools, simply by purchasing a t-shirt for $10 which also serves as admittance into the home football game on September 16. Get your shirts now at Springrove Variety, Andy’s ACE Hardware, or Allegan True Value Hardware or any of our schools! As a bonus, your t-shirt will also admit you to the winter C.O.D.E. Orange event, “MVE night” in the gym, where senior athletes on the boys and girls varsity basketball teams will honor their “Most Valuable Educator” on January 6 (vs. Plainwell).

For more information, check out the Ed Foundation website: alleganed.org. All proceeds from this fund-raiser go toward providing teacher mini-grants and scholarships for Allegan students.

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Allegan Band “Notes”

This year‛s 2016 marching show is entitled, “A Note About Witches” and features several classical pieces. Students have been busy learning new tunes and routines at this summer‛s band camp! Come check out the music and fancy footwork at one of the home football games or one of the marching competitions!

Band Camp was very hot but productive, as students perfected their routines and color guard practiced...flying on brooms? You MUST see this year‛s show!

Upcoming Band Events: Sept 1 Sept 12 Sept 16 Sept 17 Sept 23 Sept 30 Oct 1 Oct 14 Oct 15 Oct 22 Oct 29 Nov 3 Nov 5

Home Football Game Fair Parade CODE Orange Game Reeths-Puffer show Home Football game Homecoming parade/game Hastings Competition Home Football Game Belding MCBA Competition Jenison MCBA Competition Rockford MCBA Comp.

Rehearsal (6-9 pm) MCBA State Finals at Ford Field

Band Camp photos courtesy of Ryan Lewis, Allegan County News.

Band Boosters The Allegan Band Boosters are a very active group! Come join the fun -- whether your band student is in 5th grade or high school band, it is very rewarding to get involved with this group!

Andrea Mack

Meetings: 3rd Monday of each month in the band room.

Fair Food Booth Workers Needed (Sept 7-17): We have over 200 shifts for you to choose from! Text Roger with dates and times you want to work! 231-437-0948.

PESTICIDE ADVISORY TO PARENTS Allegan Public Schools has adopted an Integrated Pest Management program. Inherent with this are the district’s efforts to reduce pesticide use as much as possible. While it may occasionally be necessary to apply a pesticide, these will only be used as a last resort.

This program does not rely on routine pesticide applications to resolve problems. We use various techniques such as habitat alteration, sanitation, mechanical means, exclusion, etc., to prevent pests from becoming a problem.

Parents have the right to be informed prior to any pesticide application that might be needed at your child’s school. The district will provide advanced notification at least 48 hours before any pesticide application, other than a bait or gel. This notification will be in the form of a sign posted at the entrance of the school parking lot or sidewalk leading up to the school, and also in a common area located by the school district’s main office. Parents are also entitled to receive this notification by U.S. mail, at least three days prior to any application. If you would like this type of notification, please call the Maintenance Department at (269) 673-2085 and tell the secretary your name, mailing address, and what school your child attends.

In an emergency (for example, elimination of a bees’ nest), pesticides may be applied without prior notice, but you will be provided notice following any such application.

At any time, if you have questions or concerns about pesticide use at your child’s school, or if you wish to review our IPM plan or application records, please contact the Director of Operations, Mr. Bill Hammer, at 673-5431, or emailing wahammer@alleganps.org.

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Allegan Public Schools’

STUDENT DISMISSAL

Emergency Management Plans

Allegan Public Schools has developed policies and procedures to ensure the safety of students during emergency situations. In the event of an emergency, all school employees’ first priority is to protect students from harm. Below is a brief outline of the some of the District’s Emergency Management plans.

SEVERE WEATHER

Building administrators will be notified in the event of potential severe weather and appropriate precautions will be taken. Allegan Public Schools will remain in session during a tornado watch or warning. If a tornado warning is in effect for the immediate area at the regular school closing time, school will not be dismissed until the warning is lifted. The superintendent or his designee is authorized to dismiss school or retain students in school under such circumstances.

Extra-curricular activities may be cancelled or postponed in the event of a tornado watch or warning. If the event is in progress, appropriate measures will be taken to ensure the safety of the students.

“Snow Day Cancellations” or delays due to other inclement weather will be announced on most major local television and radio stations. School officials will make every effort to have the decision to close or delay the start of school by 6:00 a.m. In order to keep the phone lines open for emergency purposes, parents and students are asked not to call the school or bus garage to find out if school is in session. Please tune in to the following stations or check the district web site:

Television Radio

WWMT (TV 3) WKZO

WOOD (TV 8) WQXC

WOTV (TV 41) WQLR Other stations are also notified through the Area Information System).

(AM 590) (FM 100.9) (FM 106.5) GRAIL (Grand Rapids

If you wish, you can also receive “instant alerts” via text or email from wwmt.com or woodtv.com by visiting those web sites and signing up!

THREATS TO BUILDINGS and/or FIRES

In the event of a bomb threat or any other threat to a school building,

precautions will be taken to ensure the safety of the building occupants. Based on the assessment of the situation by the administrator, students may be evacuated to a nearby site, and/or the school may be cancelled. In the event of a fire, all students will be evacuated from the building, and school may be closed, depending on the situation. This evacuation will be practiced regularly throughout the school year so students are aware of the best evacuation route from any location within the building.

As with any emergency situation, parents should be alert for special bulletins on local television and radio stations and have an alternate plan in place if they are working and school is closed during the day.

Parents need to be aware that they have the ultimate authority concerning the safety of their own children. School officials will honor parent requests to pick up their students from school, or keep their students at home, if they feel that conditions are too dangerous to be at school.

Safe and Drug Free Schools

Allegan Public Schools recognizes and abides by the standards of the Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities Act and the Drug Free Workplace Act. These standards prohibit the unlawful manufacture, possession, use, sale, distribution, or concealment of illegal drugs and alcohol in school programs, school vehicles, school premises, and at school sponsored activities on and off school property. Drugs include all controlled substances as defined by law, as well as “look-alike” drugs, steroids, and alcohol. These standards apply to all Allegan Public Schools’ students and staff.

The use/abuse of drugs and alcohol poses serious health and safety risks to students. We urge students, parents and guardians to work hand-in-hand with the district to ensure that these important standards are upheld.

No Smoking or Tobacco on school grounds The Allegan Public Schools has adopted a tobacco-free policy. This policy is in keeping with the state legislature’s Tobacco Free Schools Act (PA 140) of 1993. Our policy states: ---

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This law is enforced by local police agencies. Violations will constitute a misdemeanor and can result in a fine up to $50.

CHEMICAL OR GAS LEAKS

Natural gas leaks occur because of damage to an outside gas line which may be near the building. Chemical leaks occur when a vehicle transporting chemicals is involved in an accident, causing a release of liquid or vapor chemicals. Generally, students will be evacuated from the building in the event of a gas or chemical leak.

The building administrator will follow the instructions of emergency officials in charge of the evacuation. In some situations, it may be safer to leave students in the school with all doors and windows closed and all ventilation systems closed down.

Tobacco and tobacco look-alikes (including e-cigarettes) are banned from all public school buildings at all times. (This includes athletic and school-sponsored activities.)

All school property, including vehicles and parking areas, is covered by this law.

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Asbestos Advisory

The Allegan Public School District complies with the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) and conducts routine inspections of all remaining asbestos-containing materials in district facilities. The most recent inspection in the summer of 2014 found all asbestos materials to be in good condition and present no danger to students, staff, or visitors.

If and when any changes occur, employees and parents will be promptly notified. Any district parent, guardian, or care provider who wishes to review the district’s Management Plan to find out more information regarding asbestos may do so by contacting Wally Brennan, maintenance engineer, at 673-2085 or calling Kevin Harness, Superintendent at 673-5431.

Student Educational Records Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), student records are treated as confidential and shall be considered to be for local school use only. Records shall be disclosed only to persons with a legitimate educational interest. Parents (or students who have reached the age of 18) have the right to inspect their child’s school records, and shall be afforded the opportunity to challenge the content of said records if deemed necessary. In situations where the parents of a student are divorced or separated, each parent (custodial and/ or non-custodial) has equal rights to their student’s records unless a court order specifies otherwise.

Directory Information Personally identifiable information about current students of the Allegan Public School District will not be released without the consent of the student’s parent, or the student (if the student is 18 years or older), unless the information is “directory information” or the law permits disclosure without consent.

“Directory information” means information contained in an educational record of a student which would not generally be considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if disclosed.

It includes, but is not limited to: name, address, telephone listing, date and place of birth, grade, participation in school activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, honors and awards received, student photograph and/or video, and the most recent educational institution attended.

Directory information may be disclosed without further notice or consent, unless the parent or eligible student notifies the superintendent at the Allegan Public Schools Administration Building. A parent or eligible student has the right to refuse the designation of all or part of a student’s personally identifiable information as directory information, except that directory information may be disclosed to governmental, military, or other educational institutions as permitted by law.

In accordance with amendments to Michigan’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) in August, 2002, Allegan Public Schools reserves the right to exempt from disclosure directory information requested for the purpose of surveys, marketing, or solicitation, unless it is determined that the use is consistent with the educational mission of the school district.

Directory Information in the Media The Allegan Public Schools will publish articles, photographs, and lists regarding the accomplishments of its students periodically in publications including, but not limited to: the Our Schools quarterly District newsletter, monthly school building newsletters, the District web page at www.alleganpublicschools. org, various social media such as the District Facebook page, as well as providing information to news media including the Allegan County News. If a parent or eligible student does not want his/her name or photograph published in any of these media, they should contact the superintendent at (269) 673-5431.

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Dangerous Weapons and Assault Policies

Students bringing guns or other dangerous weapons to school and students who physically assault a school employee will be expelled according to the policy of the Allegan Public Schools.

The dangerous weapons policy states that “students in possession of a dangerous weapon or firearm on school grounds or students who commit arson or rape on District grounds, in District buildings, or at District or schoolsponsored events shall be expelled from school and referred to the criminal justice delinquency system and the appropriate County Department of Social Services or community health agency.”

Students in kindergarten through 5th grades will be expelled for at least 90 school days, while students in 6th through 12th grades will be expelled for at least 180 school days. Students must apply and be approved for reinstatement if they wish to re-enroll at the end of the expulsion period. This policy is in keeping with the state and federal regulations.

Student Handbooks

All Allegan Public School buildings publish student handbooks that pertain to each building. Students are provided with a handbook at the beginning of the school year. These handbooks provide specific information about student expectations, scheduling of classes, student discipline, and a variety of other important topics. Also, each child may receive a copy of the District’s Code of Behavior and Discipline (policy #8100) in booklet form. Athletes will receive a copy of the District’s athletic code. Please read your child’s handbook and make sure your child is familiar with its contents. If you have any questions about any of the rules or expectations, please contact your child’s school. High school and middle school handbooks are also availble to view on our district’s website.

Annual Education Report

Each school district in Michigan is required to publish an Annual Educational Report for the previous school year.

This report contains detailed data on the following: • • • • •

State administered student assessment results (MEAP and Michigan Merit Exam) Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) results Teacher qualification information National test results and more!

To access the Report for Allegan Public Schools, please check our district website, www.alleganps.org, click on “Information” then on “Annual Report”. You can also access this information, as well as similar information comparing all school districts throughout Michigan, by visiting the state’s website www.mischooldata.org. Please contact the administration office if you would like a hard copy of this report.

ALLEGAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS Statement of Nondiscrimination:

No person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, political belief, disability or handicap, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination while involved in any education program or activity or through employment with Allegan Public Schools.

The superintendent of schools shall coordinate compliance efforts and investigate all complaints of alleged discrimination, including but not limited to: violations of Title IX (gender equity), Title VI (race, color, or national origin discrimination), Title II (disability), Section 504 (handicap), the Age Discrimination Act, and the Elliot-Larsen Act (religion, height, weight, or marital status). The superintendent can be reached at the Administration Offi ce, 550 Fifth Street, Allegan, MI 49010 (616) 673-5431. The following procedures shall be implemented for any complaint or grievance related to civil rights: Grievance Procedure: Students shall fi le their grievance with the building principal.

Employees shall fi le their grievance with the immediate supervisor.

1. The principal or the supervisor shall announce his decision within two work days in the case of an employee.

2. Within fi ve school days or work days, as appropriate, the principal’s decision or supervisor’s decision may be appealed to the superintendent. The superintendent shall affi rm or modify the decision within three days from hearing the appeal.

3. The superintendent’s decision may be appealed to the Board of Education within fi ve school days or work days of such decision.

4. The Board of Education shall schedule a hearing within ten days after receiving the appeal and shall notify the student or employee that said hearing shall be conducted under the following rules and procedures: A. B. C. D. E.

F.

Written notice shall be given of the date, time, and place of the hearing; The student or employee may be represented by an attorney or other advisor of their choosing; Witnesses may be presented at the hearing and may be questioned by the board and its representatives and by the student or employee and his representatives; The hearing is not a court proceeding and court rules of evidence shall not be enforced at said hearing; There may be present at the hearing the principal or the supervisor, the Board of Education’s attorney, and such resource persons as the president of the Board deems essential to the proper adjudication of the case; The Board of Education shall render a written opinion of its determination within fi ve days from the date of the hearing. Such written opinion shall be forwarded to all parties concerned.

Section 504 protects children from discrimination

Section 504 is an Act that prohibits discrimination against persons with a handicap in any program receiving Federal fi nancial assistance, such as public schools. The Act defi nes a person with a handicap as anyone who: 1. has a mental or physical impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities (major life activities include activities such as caring for one’s self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, and working); 2. has a record of such an impairment; or 3. is regarded as having such an impairment.

In order to fulfi ll its obligation under Section 504, the Allegan Public School District recognizes a responsibility to avoid discrimination in policies and practices regarding its personnel and students. No discrimination against any person with a handicap will knowingly be permitted in any of the programs and practices in the school system. The School District has specifi c responsibilities under the Act, which includes the responsibility to identify, evaluate, and if the child is determined to be eligible under Section 504, to afford access to appropriate educational services. If the parent or guardian disagrees with the determination made by the professional staff of the School District, he/she has a right to a hearing with an impartial hearing offi cer.

ATTENTION – STUDENTS WITH LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY:

The Allegan Public School District is required to identify students with limited English profi ciency. Special assistance will be provided for students with needs in this area. In some instances, an interpreter will be provided to assist the student with communication. If any student of Allegan Public Schools feels they could benefi t from services related to limited English profi ciency, they should contact the Superintendent, at 550 Fifth Street, Allegan MI 49010 (phone 269/673-5431).

ATENCIÓN – A LOS ESTUDIANTES CON CAPACIDADES LIMITADAS EN INGLÉS:

El distrito escolar público de Allegan está requerido identifi car a los estudiantes con capacidades limitadas en inglés. Ayuda especial será provista para los estudiantes con necesidades en este área. En algunas circunstancias se les proveerá un intérprete a los estudiantes para ayudar con la comunicación.

Si cualquier estudiante de las Escuelas Públicas de Allegan cree que podría sacar provecho de servicios tocante a capacidades limitadas en inglés, debe ponerse en contacto con el Superintendiente, 550 Fifth Street, Allegan MI 49010 (teléfono: 269-673-5431).

Homeless Students Children who meet the Federal defi nition of “homeless” will be provided a free and appropriate public education in the same manner as all other students who live in the District and will not be stigmatized or segregated on the basis of their status as homeless. No board policy or school practice will be applied that will inhibit the enrollment, attendance or school success of homeless children. The superintendent has appointed George Mohr, Director of State & Federal Programs, as the school district Homeless Liaison. If you have a question about any school services to homeless students and families, you may contact him at (269)673-5431.

Legal Reference: McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act

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Allegan Alternative High School

Allegan Alternative High School gives students “Another Choice” and “Another Chance” to earn their high school diploma in a small, family atmosphere. One-on-One instruction, opportunities for credit recovery, and a commitment to the mind, body, & spirit of our student population makes our program unique and responsive to student needs. We are currently enrolling for Fall! To learn more, contact Principal Laura Feffer at 269-673-5433.

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Free and Reduced Price Lunch and Breakfast The Michigan Department of Education has announced the household income guidelines established by the United States Department of Agriculture for free and reduced price meals and free milk through the National School Lunch, School Breakfast, Special Milk, and Child and Adult Care Food Programs. The income guidelines are effective from July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017.

Families should contact their school, school district, child care center, or family day care home sponsor to find out whether it participates in these programs. All students at Allegan Public Schools will receive a parent letter and an application for free/reduced lunch.

Schools, child care centers, adult day care centers, and family day care home sponsors will provide a form for applying for free or reduced price meals. Only one application is required per household. Most participating centers and all participating family child care homes provide meals to all enrolled participants without any separate charge.

Adults, children, or foster children who are recipients of various programs such as Michigan’s Family Independence Program, Food Assistance Program, Medicaid, or Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations, or who are enrolled in Head Start, an At-Risk afterschool center, or an emergency shelter automatically qualify for free meals. Households with incomes less than or equal to the following guidelines qualify for free or reduced price meals or free milk.

FEDERAL ELIGIBILITY INCOME CHART for School Year 2016-17 Household size

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8 Each additional person:

Yearly $21,978 $29,637 $37,296 $44,955 $52,614 $60,273 $67,951 $75,647 $7,696

Monthly $1,832 $2,470 $3,108 $3,747 $4,385 $5,023 $5,663 $6,304 $642

Weekly $423 $570 $718 $865 $1,012 $1,160 $1,307 $1,455 $148

An application to a school, child care center, adult day care center, or family day care home sponsor can be approved if it contains complete documentation of household income or current participation in Michigan’s Family Independence Program, Food Assistance Program, or Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations. An appeal procedure is available for households where applications are denied. Participating schools, child care centers, adult day care centers, and family day care home sponsors accept applications for free or reduced price meals throughout the year. A household may qualify for free or reduced price meals due to a temporary loss of income, such as a period of unemployment.

If a doctor determines that a child or adult has a disability, and the disability prevents the participant from eating the regular school or center meal, the school or center makes any substitution prescribed by a doctor at no charge. The doctor’s statement, including prescribed diet or substitution, must be submitted to the food service department of the school or child or adult care facility.

The USDA prohibits discrimination against its customers, employees, and applicants for employment on the bases of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity, religion, reprisal, and where applicable, political beliefs, marital status, familial or parental status, sexual orientation, or all or part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program, or protected genetic information in employment or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the Department. (Not all prohibited bases will apply to all programs and/or employment activities.) To file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Mail a completed complaint form or letter to: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410. Other alternatives are faxing it to (202) 690-7442 or emailing it to program. intake@usda.gov.

Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

For information about the Allegan Public Schools’ Free/Reduced Lunch Program, please contact Food Service Director Barb Elenbaas at 673-7002, ext. 5517. The application, instructions, and FAQ’s are also available on the district website at alleganps.org.

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Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID PERMIT #192

FROM: Allegan Public Schools 550 Fifth Street Allegan, MI 49010

ECRWS TO: Current Resident

Allegan, MI 49010

The Allegan Public School District complies with all federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, marital status, political belief, or physical or mental handicap or disability--in all of its programs and in employment. Inquiries or complaints should be directed to the Superintendent of Schools, 550 Fifth Street, Allegan, MI (phone 269-673-5431).

Tiger’s Den

Tiger’s Den Daycare Allegan Public Schools will continue to offer a daycare program for school-aged and preschool students if we meet our minimum sign-up.

Programs may run during the day (for 3-4 year olds) and before and after school for all schoolaged). Contact Sara Phillips at (269) 673-5379 ext. 3135 or sphillips@alleganps.org for more information.

Programs for: * 3-year olds (Tuesday & Thursday) * 4-year olds (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) *Preschool is housed at Pine Trails Elementary and runs from 8:15-11:15 a.m.

Sponsored by Allegan Public Schools - Judi McCall, teacher: Contact her at (269) 673-7002 (ext. 3148) for information about fees or curriculum or to sign up!

Tigers Den will be CLOSED on Snow Days, but OPEN on the early release days.

(Students must be pre-registered)

BUS DRIVERS NEEDED

Sept. 9-17 On Sept 14 (early release day for APS students) Fair carnival opens at 1 PM - Extra 2 hrs of rides for same writband price of $22 !!!

Allegan Public Schools is looking for SUBSTITUTES in the areas of: • teachers • teacher aides • food service • custodial • secretarial • noon hour supervision • bus drivers For More INFORMATION: www.edustaff.org contact@edustaff.org (877) 974-6338

√Earn $12.44/hr. to start √Flexible schedule √Subs needed now! √Enjoy summers off, winter and spring breaks √Paid training to earn your CDL √Ideal for people who work well with children.

Apply in person or contact : Allegan Public Schools Transportation Department c/o Darrell Stoughton 1521 - 34th Street, Allegan (269) 673-2203

FREE PRESCHOOL

2016-17 Headstart and Great Start Readiness Programs

enrolling now for fall!

Contact AAESA to find out if you qualify:

673-2161