Dear Wines Families,
As we approach the Thanksgiving recess, I just want to take a quick moment to express my thanks to this entire community. Being the leader of this school continues to bring me daily joy and this is because of this incredible community of kids, families, and staff. Thank you to everyone and I wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving. We won’t have a Wednesday email next week.
Young 5’s at Wines: Apply Now!
The first window to apply for Young 5’s at Wines is open now! If you have a child who you would like to attend Young 5’s next year, you can apply now. Please go to https://www.a2schools.org/about-aaps/new-enrollment and scroll down to the application button (green) for the 2026-27 school year. Please note, if you live in the Wines neighborhood, placement in Young 5’s is not automatic as it is in other grades. Space is limited so it is crucial that families apply now to secure a spot. Please share this information with friends and neighbors.
As you may already know, Washtenaw Elementary Science Olympiad (WESO) 2026 will take place on May 9th next year, at Pioneer High School. This tournament provides an opportunity for students and other participants to meet and interact with peers and adults of similar interests and talents. Last year 37 schools participated in different events. As usual there will be open events with hands-on activities for all attendees.
More information on WESO can be found here: https://wesoscience.org/
We need your support in becoming a coach so that more Wines kids have the chance to participate. No experience is necessary. More information on events can be found : https://wesoscience.org/events/. Please sign up for coaching : Volunteer sign up for coaching
Contact us scienceowines@gmail.com.
Science Olympiad FAQ’s can be found HERE
Easy Ways to Support Wines
Did you know you, friends, and family members can earn money to support Wines with everyday purchases?
• Minted.com - Use Wines’ code ‘FUNDRAISEWINES’ at minted.com and enjoy 20% off at checkout ALL YEAR , Wines PTO receives 10% of all purchases! Share the code!
• Grocery Store rewards programs - Link your Busch’s, Kroger, and Ann Arbor Farms account to Wines for community rewards. Instructions here.
• Boxtops - Boxtops educational savings is now digital! Use the iOS or Android app to scan your receipt to earn savings for Wines PTO.
• Corporate Matches - Double your donations with your company. Reach out to winesptotreasurer@gmail.com if you don’t see an eligible match.
Curious what the PTO spends money on? Check out our ‘About us’ page at ptowines.org or drop by for our next PTO meeting!
It's Time to Submit your GREAT IDEA for Wines!
Do you have a great idea to support and benefit the Wines Community? The Great Ideas Grant program is an opportunity for Wines students, parents, and staff to turn a great idea into a funded program. Examples of past funded grants include birdfeeders, grade-level sensory items, four square court, technology for listening centers, playground balls, upgraded sandbox, ukuleles, and more! Submit your Great Idea Grants Application Form by Dec 5th! Recipients will be announced before the holiday break.
For questions or more information contact: Anu Huntley at anu.agrawal.huntley@gmail.com.
Food and Coat Drives
Our simultaneous Food Drive and Coat Drive are going great! Thank you to everyone who has donated. If you haven’t donated yet and would like to, we will continue into next week!
David
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