Our January Family Newsletter is ready! Please take a few minutes to check out what’s coming up at Haas as we kick off the new year together.
👉 Read it here: https://app.smore.com/n/2bs41
We wish all of our Haas families a wonderful and restful break. Enjoy this special time together, and we look forward to seeing everyone back at school on January 5th! 💚🐺
Our Haas Wolves have worked so hard, and it’s time for a well-deserved Winter Break! 💚🐺
We hope the days ahead are filled with rest, laughter, family time, and a little winter fun.
📅 Winter Break: December 22 – January 2
🏫 School Resumes: Monday, January 5
Thank you for an amazing first half of the school year and for your continued support of our students and staff. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back refreshed and ready for an exciting new year at Jack P. Haas Elementary!
Wishing you a safe, happy, and cozy winter break! ❄️⛄🎁
— Mrs. Cummings & the Haas Staff 💚🐾

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our Genesee community, we’ve had a few additional families join our Annual Giving Tree. We are so thankful for the support already shown—and we still have a small number of gift slots available to ensure every family feels supported this holiday season.
If you’re able to help, please consider choosing an item (or two!) from the updated SignUpGenius below.
How to Help:
• Select any remaining items from the SignUpGenius
• Interested in sponsoring an entire family? Please contact
Amanda Johnston at ajohnston@geneseeschools.org
or (810) 591-8037
Gift Drop-Off Information:
• Please leave all gifts unwrapped
• Clearly label each gift with the family letter and student number (example: Family A3)
• Drop gifts off at the Elementary Office
• 🕒 All gifts are due TOMORROW — Friday, December 19th by 3:00 PM
Thank you for once again showing what makes Genesee such a caring and supportive community. Your generosity helps bring joy to our Wolves families this holiday season. 💚🐾
SignUpGenius:
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Friendly reminder that TONIGHT is School Skate Night at Skateland Arena! 🛼
And since it’s December… yes, it’s Grinch School Night 💚😂
Grab your kiddos, lace up those skates, and rock your best Grinch gear.
🎁 Dress Grinchy = FREE hot chocolate & a cookie (totally worth it).
📍 Skateland Arena
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
💲 $8 admission
🛼 $3 skate/blade rental
👨👩👧 Non-skating parents are FREE
Let’s fill the rink, show some school spirit, and prove that being a little Grinchy can actually be a lot of fun. 😉💚
See you tonight, Wolves! 🐺✨

Presented by Jack P. Haas Elementary
We are so excited to welcome you to our Winter Fantasy Holiday Music Concert on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 (TOMORROW)! Our Wolves have practiced so hard, and we can’t wait for you to enjoy their amazing performance. 🐺💚
📅 Performance Times — PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:
✨ 9:30 AM — This performance will be livestreamed by G-TV
✨ 1:15 PM
⏰ Both performances will begin PROMPTLY at the times listed above.
To avoid disruptions and to honor our students’ hard work, late entry may not be permitted, and if you arrive late, you may miss the performance. Please plan accordingly.
📍 Location: Junior High Gym
🚪 IMPORTANT: Families may NOT enter through the Elementary building.
Please enter and exit ONLY through the outside Junior High Gym doors.
👉 Please share this information with any guests who plan to attend and may not receive our school messages.
🌟 To Help Us Accommodate Everyone:
Please attend only one performance.
All K–5 students will perform in both shows.
Students should dress their best.
Doors open 30 minutes early.
🎥 Livestream & Video Information
The 9:30 AM performance will be livestreamed for families and friends who cannot attend in person.
If you attend the 9:30 performance, please be mindful of the video camera, which will record the entire show.
After the livestream, the full concert video will be posted, and we will share the link so families can watch or rewatch the performance.
🙏 Audience Etiquette – Please Read Carefully
Our students have dedicated so much time and effort to this performance. To support them:
Please remain seated for the entire performance.
Avoid talking, standing, or moving around during performances.
Take photos or videos from your seat without blocking others.
Do not leave early out of respect for every class on stage.
🚭 A Kindly Word About Scents & Smoke
To ensure a comfortable environment for all students, staff, and guests,
please avoid smoking or vaping immediately before entering the gym.
Even brief exposure can linger indoors and be overwhelming for performers and families.
Thank you for helping us create a fresh, welcoming space for everyone.
🚗 If You Plan to Take Your Child Home After the 1:15 PM Performance:
You must stay until the performance is completely finished.
Students cannot be picked up from the Junior High Gym.
After the show, please drive to the MAIN ELEMENTARY ENTRANCE.
You must sign your child out in the Elementary Office.
Please be patient — many families choose this option, and we will work efficiently and safely.
We can’t wait to see you there as our Wolves share some holiday cheer! 🎄🐾✨
Families, tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16th, we kindly ask that you avoid picking up students early if at all possible.
All Kindergarten–5th grade students will be in the Junior High gym practicing for our Winter Concert, and it is very important that all students are present for their dress rehearsal.
This rehearsal is their final practice before Wednesday’s performance, and having everyone there helps ensure a smooth and successful concert for all of our Wolves.
If an emergency arises and you do need to pick up your student early, please expect a wait, as students will need time to travel back from the Junior High gym and gather their belongings before dismissal.
Thank you so much for your support and flexibility—we truly appreciate it!
More information regarding Wednesday’s concert will be shared tomorrow. 💚🐾
We’re heading into our final festive week before break, and we’ve got FIVE awesome dress-up days to keep the holiday cheer going! Here’s what’s coming up the week of December 15th:
🧵 Monday, Dec. 15 – Mad for Plaid!
Wear your favorite plaid or flannel to kick off the week in cozy style!
🎅 Tuesday, Dec. 16 – Holiday Hat Day!
Bring on the Santa hats, elf hats, antlers, and all things festive—
Wear your favorite holiday hat!
🎤 Wednesday, Dec. 17 – Dress Your Best!
It’s our Haas Winter Music Program day!
Students are encouraged to dress their best for the performance.
🧶 Thursday, Dec. 18 – Tacky Sweater Day!
Ugly, tacky, festive, sparkly—anything goes!
Let’s see your most outrageous holiday sweaters!
😴 Friday, Dec. 19 – PJ Day!
We’re ending the week in full cozy mode—
Wear your favorite pajamas for a comfy, joyful Friday!

We still have a few items left on our Annual Genesee Giving Tree, and we would love your help to ensure every Genesee family on our list is supported this holiday season. If you’re able, please consider selecting a gift—or several—from the SignUpGenius link below.
How to Give:
• Choose any remaining items from the SignUpGenius.
• Interested in sponsoring an entire family? Contact Amanda Johnston at ajohnston@geneseeschools.org
or (810) 591-8037.
Gift Drop-Off Details:
• Please leave all gifts unwrapped.
• Clearly label each gift with the family letter and student number (Example: Family A3).
• Drop gifts off at the Elementary Office.
• Deadline: Friday, December 19th by 3:00 PM.
Your generosity helps brighten the season for our Wolves families—thank you for making a difference! 💚🐾
SignUpGenius:
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Our December PAWS Celebration—the Haas Hot Cocoa Hop—is just one week away! If you’re able to donate supplies or volunteer your time, please take a moment to review our SignUpGenius below. Your support helps make this celebration extra special for our Wolves!
🗓 Donation Deadline: Please have all donations delivered to the Elementary Office by Wednesday, December 17th.
📞 Volunteers: Volunteers must have a background check on file for the 25–26 school year.
Thank you for helping us create a fun and festive Hot Cocoa Hop for our students! 💚🐾
Sign Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A044CA4A829A3FC1-60831708-haas#/
🎄 Parents’ Secret Santa Escape Night! 🎁
Need a little time to wrap gifts, shop without little eyes watching, or simply enjoy an hour of peace? PTO has you covered!
Join us Saturday, December 13, 2025, for a fun-filled drop-off evening at the Genesee High School Gymnasium from 4:00–8:00 PM. Students will enjoy bounce houses, games, basketball, movies, arts & crafts, and more—while parents enjoy some well-deserved holiday freedom!
Cost: $20 per student
Includes: Pizza, water, and a snack
RSVP & Payment: Originally due today, but due to yesterday’s snow day we will now accept cash and permission slips through tomorrow, Friday, December 12.
📄 Permission slips were sent home last week.
Please return the completed slip with your cash payment by tomorrow.
⚠️ No refunds will be issued.
Let PTO provide the fun while you finish holiday prep—or simply enjoy a latte in peace. 🎁☕
We hope your child can join us! 💚🐺

Need a little time to wrap gifts, get some shopping done without little eyes watching, or simply sit in silence for an hour? PTO has the perfect solution!
On Saturday, December 13, 2025, all Genesee students are invited to a fun-filled drop-off evening at the Genesee High School Gymnasium from 4:00–8:00 PM. Students will enjoy bounce houses, games, basketball, movies, arts and crafts, and more—while parents enjoy some holiday freedom!
Cost: $20 per student
Includes: Pizza, water, and a snack
RSVP & Payment Due: Thursday, December 11
📄 Permission slips were sent home last week.
Please return completed slips with your cash payment by the due date.
No refunds will be issued after December 11.
Let PTO provide the fun while you take care of the shopping—or simply enjoy a latte in peace. 🎁☕
We hope your child can join us! 💚🐺

Genesee is once again hosting our Annual Giving Tree! This gift-giving program helps support families in the Genesee School District who may need a little extra help this holiday season.
️How to Give:
Donors can select one or multiple items from our SignUpGenius link below to purchase. If you’re interested in sponsoring an entire family, please contact Amanda Johnston at ajohnston@geneseeschools.org
or (810) 591-8037.
Gift Drop-Off Details:
Please leave all gifts unwrapped
Clearly label each gift with the family letter and student number (Example: Family A3)
Drop off at the Elementary Office
Deadline: Friday, December 19th by 3:00 PM
Thank you for helping us make the holidays magical for our Wolves families!
SignUpGenius:
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Please continue to check our Haas Family Newsletter throughout December, as additional information and updates has been added regularly. https://app.smore.com/n/dqr7z
Thank you for staying connected and celebrating with us—’tis the season! 💚✨

We are excited to begin planning our annual December PAWS Celebration — the Haas Hot Cocoa Hop! This is truly one of the best days of the school year, and it wouldn’t be possible without the generosity and support of our families.
Your donations help make this celebration fun, festive, and memorable for our amazing students who consistently show PAWS behavior. Students will be dancing, celebrating, and sipping delicious hot cocoa as we recognize their positive choices and school pride.
Please consider donating to support this special event. All donations should be turned in to the main office by Wednesday, December 17th.
If you plan to volunteer at the event, please be sure you have an up-to-date volunteer form on file before the celebration.
Thank you for helping us celebrate our Haas Wolves and for being such a supportive school community. We truly couldn’t do this without you!
Warmly,
The HAAS PBIS Team
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Our PTO Spirit Wear Sale is still open through Monday, December 30th!
If you’re looking for the perfect holiday gift, all orders placed by the deadline will arrive before Christmas. 🎄🎁
We’ve got T-shirts, hoodies, long sleeves, and more — all in Wolves gear your students will love!
🗓 Order Deadlines & Pick-Up/Shipping Dates
• Orders placed Nov. 17–30 → Ready the week of Dec. 14
🛒 Shop Here:
https://kcspecialts.com/collections/genesee-wolves
Thank you for supporting our Haas PTO and showing your Wolves pride! 💚🐾
Our December Family Newsletter is now live! 🎉
You can read it here: https://secure.smore.com/n/dqr7z
Please remember to check back throughout the month, as I will continue adding important updates, reminders, and event information as I receive it. This helps make sure everyone stays connected and informed during this busy time of year!
Wishing all of our Haas families a warm, peaceful, and Happy Thanksgiving. 🦃💛
We look forward to seeing our students back at school on Monday, December 1st!
💚🐾
Mrs. Cummings
Families, just a quick note to help everyone plan ahead!
We DO have school on Monday and Tuesday next week, and we look forward to seeing all of our Wolves here to finish out the week strong before the holiday. 💪🐺
There will be NO SCHOOL Wednesday, November 26 through Friday, November 28 for Thanksgiving Break. School will resume on Monday, December 1.
We hope you all enjoy a safe, relaxing holiday with family and friends. We are grateful for our amazing Haas community! 🍁🤍

We’re excited to share that Genesee Volleyball is hosting a clinic for students in grades K–6 on Sunday, November 23, 2025, from 1:00–2:30 PM in the Genesee High School Gym.
The cost is $5 per child, and this is a great opportunity for our young Wolves to learn new skills, stay active, and have fun with friends!
This event will occur monthly, and future dates will be posted on the Genesee Wolves Volleyball Facebook Page.
We hope to see lots of our Wolves there! 💚🐾

