Temporary Pause for Some Student Clubs Staff who may have been sponsoring a club are not assigned to run clubs, they volunteer their time to do this. During contract negotiations some staff are unable to continue this sponsorship. All clubs must have an approved adult sponsor who agrees to supervision, safety procedures, and district expectations before the club can operate. If your child's student club is not active at this time, students may still choose to connect virtually (Google Meet or similar platforms) to collaborate independently but may not meet in person. Some families have asked if other adults can help. Yes — but all volunteers must complete required steps first, including: Annual background check (Board Policy 7350) School safety and supervision expectations Club advisors must also: Keep a student roster and meeting attendance Provide active supervision at all times Know student health and emergency procedures Maintain emergency contact information Communicate schedules and updates Ensure safe dismissal Reinforce behavior expectations If a parent/guardian is interested in taking over sponsorship of a club, please email Jefferson Bilsborrow bilsborrow@aaps.k12.mi.us.

AAPS can't get their act together to pay their teachers fairly. And now school-level admin is asking for parents to be scabs during contract negotiations. We need solidarity with teachers, don't do this. #a2schools #a2boardofed #a2council