Angell Elementary Update

This week, I am truly grateful for the partnership Angell Elementary shares with our families and community. I am happy to report that we surpassed our goal of 150 family responses on our MRA School Survey. The information gathered will help guide our decision-making, and there will be another feedback opportunity in the spring.

The support we have received during Safe Schools Week has been outstanding. Our fire drill and lockdown drill both went as planned and prompted great conversations about how our school works together to keep everyone safe. As I mentioned in yesterday’s communication, safety drills will continue throughout the school year. I encourage every family to talk with their students about our safety drills, their purpose, and the expectations for students when we practice them.

I am really enjoying the warm weather we are having over the weekends. The fall cleanup is still happening at my house; in addition to clearing leaves, we are trying to remove all the English ivy from my yard. Although English ivy looks nice, it tends to overgrow and overtake all of the other trees and plants. Removal is quite a process: it involves digging out all the ivy down to the roots, spraying the area, and then blocking the sun by covering the area with thick plastic. We have had good luck with this in our front yard, and I am hoping for the best in the backyard.

Looking ahead to next week, we have our Halloween parade and class celebrations. Please make sure you review the costume expectations, which can be found further down in the newsletter. Due to construction on Wiltshire, we will need to use a different path for the parade. We will still use Bacon, Phillips, and Beverly; however, we will go across the field (by the basketball court) to get from Bacon to Phillips. A map of the route can be found below. Families are welcome to line up on the field, leaving a pathway for students to walk. We hope to see you there!

Happy Weekend,

Mr. P

Angell Construction Update - Oct 23

Installation of the multi-purpose room sound system is complete
On track for kitchen inspections next week and state inspections the first week of November
Scheduling an open house for all Angell families to see the new addition in early November

Halloween Parade Information 2026

Our Halloween Parade is scheduled for 9:00 am on Friday, October 30th. The entire community is welcome to come and enjoy our lap around the outside of school as we show off our costumes and enjoy another opportunity to celebrate as a community.

Costume Expectations

We want the day to be fun, safe, and age-appropriate for all of our Angellfish. Please review these expectations with your child:

Age-appropriate and respectful. Costumes should be suitable for elementary students and follow the Angell ACTs: kindness, safety, and productivity. Costumes should not make fun of real people, human traits, or cultures.
No horror or violence themes. Costumes with scary, gory, or violent elements are not allowed.
No weapons or sports equipment. Students may not bring toy guns, knives, swords, bats, hockey sticks, or similar items as part of their costume.
No masks or extreme makeup. Full masks and face paint that hide a student's identity are not allowed. Please also skip the fake blood.
Comfort and safety. Costumes should let students move safely, sit comfortably, and use the restroom on their own.
When to wear costumes. Students should wear their costumes to school on Friday, October 30th. After the parade and classroom celebrations, teachers will let students know if they may change out of their costumes.

The full post on the Halloween Parade can be found here: https://app.smore.com/n/acd0q

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Berkley School Volunteer Form 2026-2027

All parents/family members volunteering in the classroom or during school-sponsored functions or field trips must complete this form prior to any activities.

The Volunteer Release Form must be accompanied with a copy of your valid driver's license or state-issued ID. If you're unable to upload your ID on the form, please complete the form, submit the form and email a photo/copy of your ID to volunteers@berkleyschools.org. If we don't receive your ID on this form, processing will be delayed. If you're using your phone to fill out the application and can't upload your ID photo, please try on a desktop/laptop.

CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE FORM

Lunch Volunteers

We eat lunch every day, so there are plenty of opportunities. Feel free to sign up for any amount of shifts. ANY amount of time volunteering at lunch is incredibly helpful and much appreciated.

On your selected volunteer day(s), all you need to do is show up to the Angell office between 10:45 and 11:00am, ready to help out in the classroom and at recess. We will show you the ropes from there!

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE!

**All lunch volunteers must be approved volunteers. If you were an approved volunteer for the 2025-2026 school year, you are approved through September 30, 2026. Please fill out new paperwork for any volunteering beyond that!**

Feel free to reach out to Christina Zanotti in the office at 248-837-8500 or christina.zanotti@berkleyschools.org with any questions.

Angell Elementary PTA

Help Needed! - Angell Dads' Club Berkley Monster Mash Table

Angell Families,

The Monster Mash is a Block Party on Saturday, October 24 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm that will feature a live DJ, Halloween crafts and activities, performances, entertainment, plenty of photo opportunities, and something suitable for all ages. This outdoor celebration will take place down Coolidge Highway.

Please consider supporting the Angell Dads' Club Monster Mash table by donating supplies.

Click this link to sign up :

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4CA4AD2AA7FECE9-66717790-dads

All donations can be dropped off at Angell's main office by 10/22 or at the table before the event.

Thank you for your support!

Angell Dads' Club

Class Funds

Donating to Class Funds helps make our Angell classrooms extra special! Contributions support classroom parties, end-of-year celebrations, teacher appreciation, and our schoolwide Ice Cream Social baskets. Every donation, big or small, helps create fun, memorable experiences for our students and shows our teachers how much we appreciate all they do.

Thank you for supporting our Angellfish!

Givebacks - Support the causes you care about

Teacher and Staff Appreciation

The PTA's Teacher/Staff Appreciation Committee is trying something a little different this year to try to achieve more consistent stocking of the staff lounge. We will be trialing bi-monthly 'stock the lounge' events split between the grades and one final school-wide 'stock the lounge' event in April.

October: TK/K & 5th Grade

December: 1st & 4th Grade

February: 2nd & 3rd Grade

April: Whole school

So, TK/K/5th Grade families, we need your help for October! Please help us reward our well-deserving staff with some treats to get through the day. Here is the Amazon Wishlist link: https://tinyurl.com/Angell26 if you would like to choose something.

If you'd like to purchase a similar item from the store, please email bphaneuf14@gmail.com to arrange pickup.

Thank you very much!

Angell PTA's Teacher/Staff Appreciation Committee

THANK YOU, ANGELL FAMILIES! 🐟💙

We had a record-breaking Fun Run year, and it’s all thanks to our amazing Angell community!

$33,333 raised!
350 students registered!
67 adults ran alongside their kiddos!

From fundraising and registering to volunteering, running, cheering, and showing up for our Angellfish, every effort made a difference. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Because of your generosity and support, the Angell PTA can continue providing opportunities and resources that benefit our students and staff throughout the year. From assemblies and field trips to teacher appreciation, family activities, and so much more, your support makes it all possible.

We are so grateful to be part of such an incredible community. Thank you for showing up for Angell and making this our best Fun Run yet!

Together, we make Angell amazing!

Angell Trivia Night at Dog & Pony Show

Angell Family Trivia Night at Dog & Pony Show

Gather your team, test your trivia skills, and make a difference for Angell families!

Join us at Dog & Pony Show on November 28 at 7:00 PM for a fun night of trivia hosted by Quizzo! Grab a team of 4–6 friends, family members, or coworkers and get ready for a little friendly competition, great company, and a meaningful cause.

This event supports the Angell Family Emergency Fund, a new effort bringing Angell Elementary School and the PTA together to help ensure all Angell families have their basic needs met. When the unexpected happens, families may need help with essentials like utility bills, school clothing, or other urgent expenses. This fund is being created to help provide support when it matters most.

Berkley is an amazing community, and we believe in taking care of one another. Every team, every donation, and every bit of support helps us build a stronger safety net for Angell families.

Bring your brightest friends, enjoy a great night out, and help make a difference!

Register now through Givebacks.

Slam Dunk For Angell - Pistons Fundraiser Tickets

Tickets now available!! Link below and in bio! Get ’em while they’re hot...
https://www.gofevo.com/event/Angellelementary2

A Slam Dunk For Angell

Sunday, January 31st
3 PM
$40 per ticket

️Group purchasing guarantees you’ll be seated with other Angell families.

TICKETS INCLUDE: Unlimited soda, water, hot dogs, nachos & popcorn
️BONUS GOAL: If we sell 75+ tickets, our students earn an assembly with members of the Pistons coaching staff.

$5 FROM each TICKET GOES to the ANGELL PTA

Save The Date - Angells in the Alley Bowling - February 7

SAVE THE DATE!

Join us for the 4th Annual Angells in the Alley Bowling Event on Sunday, February 7, from 1 to 3 pm at Five Star Lanes in Sterling Heights. Sign-up will be available in January. The event is open to all Angell students and families.

Please contact Angell Dads’ Club Vice President Alan Posner with any questions (alfposner@gmail.com).)

Stay Connected with the Angell PTA!

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Friday - October 23, 2026 Friday - October 23, 2026

Important Angell Dates Important Angell Dates

Updates from Mr. Provost Updates from Mr. Provost

Angell Construction Update - Oct 23

Halloween Parade Information 2026 Halloween Parade Information 2026

Berkley School Volunteer Form 2026-2027 Berkley School Volunteer Form 2026-2027

Lunch Volunteers Lunch Volunteers

Angell Elementary PTA Angell Elementary PTA

Help Needed! - Angell Dads' Club Berkley Monster Mash Table Help Needed! - Angell Dads' Club Berkley Monster Mash Table

Class Funds Class Funds

Teacher and Staff Appreciation Teacher and Staff Appreciation

THANK YOU, ANGELL FAMILIES! 🐟💙 THANK YOU, ANGELL FAMILIES! 🐟💙

Angell Trivia Night at Dog & Pony Show Angell Trivia Night at Dog & Pony Show

Slam Dunk For Angell - Pistons Fundraiser Tickets Slam Dunk For Angell - Pistons Fundraiser Tickets

Save The Date - Angells in the Alley Bowling - February 7 Save The Date - Angells in the Alley Bowling - February 7