Specials
I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself and express my excitement about teaching and creating with your son/daughter. My name is Mrs. Sarah George and I will be your child’s Visual Arts teacher. I hold a Masters of Art & Design at the University of Northern Colorado. In addition, I received a Bachelors of Fine Arts with a major in Visual Arts Education and a minor in Spanish Education from Eastern Michigan University. I bring a wealth of knowledge and skill to help your child succeed in their studies.
Since 2014, I have taught at Eberwhite Elementary and am honored to be a part of such a great community of students, teachers, administrators, and families. I am very excited to be a part of the Fine Arts Department, and I am looking forward to getting to know you and your child. Adding to my passion for teaching and creating art, I also am an accomplished equestrian, dog trainer, and animal lover. I also enjoy traveling and spending time with my husband, friends, and family.
To learn more about the art program at Eberwhite, please visit my website here.
Ms. Carpenter- Instrumental Music
I have been teaching for Ann Arbor Public Schools since 2000 and have been at Eberwhite since 2018. I am a graduate of the University of Toledo and Concordia University. I specialize in elementary and middle school band pedagogy. I believe that all children can benefit from learning a musical instrument. I am currently a clarinetist with the Dexter Community Band and the Ann Arbor Concert Band. I love rabbits and support many rabbit rescues. I is married, have two adult stepsons and a cat named Fuzzy.
Mrs. Player- Library Media
players@aaps.k12.mi.us
Hello! My name is Shakira Player, and I am excited about working with your children this year in the library at Eberwhite as their school librarian and media teacher! I hold a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Central Michigan University, a Master of Arts in Literacy Education from The University of Michigan, and a Graduate Library Media Teacher K-12 Endorsement from Southern Utah University.
I have been the school librarian at Eberwhite since 2016. Before becoming a certified school librarian, I was a classroom teacher for nine years. I taught 4th grade, kindergarten, and 1st grade. I have a special passion for teaching reading, early literacy and educational technology.
It is my goal that our school library program will foster a love of reading, a curiosity for information and research, inspire life-long learning, and support and enrich classroom instruction in literacy and technology. It is my goal that these experiences will create memories that will last a lifetime for your children!
In addition to my professional responsibilities, I am married to my best friend, Johnny, and we have two wonderful daughters (one who is an Eberwhite alumni and the other who is currently attending Eberwhite). As a family, we enjoy traveling to new places, going on bike rides in the community, and watching new movies together.
Mrs. Van Ryn- Physical Education
Hello! My name is Kristi Van Ryn, and I am excited to work with your children this year in the Gym at Eberwhite as their Physical Education teacher! I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education from Calvin University and a Master of Science in Health and Exercise Studies from Miami University in Ohio.
I have been teaching Physical Education at Eberwhite since 2005. Before Eberwhite, I taught High School Health at Huron and Pioneer and was one of the track and cross country coaches. I am also certified as a Group Fitness Instructor.
In Physical Education, I will be working to encourage healthy habits to teach students that movement is fun. The goal is for our students to be confident and creative movers and to choose to be active for a lifetime! It is my expectation that students will learn to become physically fit, develop character, learn skills and become knowledgeable about health and wellness. The goal is to have fun, stay moving and learn at the same time.
In addition to my professional responsibilities, I am married to my husband, Jason, and we have two children- one boy and one girl. As a family, we enjoy traveling, hiking and playing golf together.
Hello families! I am Nathan Moger. I will be teaching Project Lead The Way at Eberwhite this year.
In PLTW, students learn about science topics, and apply what they’ve learned to solve design problems in small groups. They also learn how to use computers, and create their own digital products. PLTW fosters collaboration, creativity, and problem solving skills.
For more information about PLTW, see this link. I'm looking forward to starting an exciting new year!
Hello families! I am Bridget Zeuty. I will be teaching Project Lead The Way at Eberwhite this year.
In PLTW, students learn about science topics, and apply what they’ve learned to solve design problems in small groups. They also learn how to use computers, and create their own digital products. PLTW fosters collaboration, creativity, and problem solving skills.
For more information about PLTW, see this link. I'm looking forward to starting an exciting new year!
Hello! I’m Mr. Willets! I grew up in Ann Arbor and went to Carpenter School, Scarlett and Huron High School. I hold music degrees from The New England Conservatory of Music and Eastern Michigan University. I’ve been teaching 39.5 years off the book and I’m entering my official 33rd year, officially!
I’ve been working at Ebewhite for 16 years! I teach vocal and general music as well as 5 th grade beginning strings (violin, viola and cello). I also sing, act and dance professionally and semi-professionally! I LOVE what I do and look forward to working with your children and meeting you at one of our many events!
*NOTE: ALL EVENTS WILL POSSIBLY BE VIDEO TAPED BY PARENTS AND VISITORS- AND POSSIBLY BE POSTED ON SOCIAL MEDIA..WE DON'T AND CAN'T CONTROL THIS.
2024-25 Events
-Ann Arbor Symphony All School Assembly: subgroup visits -two assemblies..String Quartet, Brass Quintet & Reed Trio October -Dec TBD (stay tuned for updates)
-October 22nd 1:15 p.m. All School Assembly: "Beauty and the Beast!"
-SEASONAL SONG SINGING BEFORE SCHOOL WITH MR. WILLETS
8:15-8:45 auditorium December 18th, 19th & 20th
- January 17th Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration 2:00-2:30 (teacher lead) ALL SCHOOL ASSEMBLY.
-JANUARY 31st Wayne State Dance Company performance 1:15 p.m. ALL SCHOOL ASSEMBLY.
February 25th “THE ORCHESTRA SINGS”. 4TH GRADE TO HILL AUDITORIUM (STUDENTS LEAVE, VIA BUS 9:30 FOR 10:15-11:30 CONCERT- THEY RETURN BY NOON)
March 7th Eastern Michigan University Drama & Theatre for the Young presents "The Girl Who Swallowed a Cactus" 1:15 all school assembly.
Wed, March 19th. Slauson Choir 9:30-10:00
Friday March 14th. Ann Arbor Symphony Brass visits- two assemblies 9:30 lower El 10:25 upper El
Wednesday April 9th Ann Arbor Symphony Reed trio. two assemblies 9:30 Lower El and 10:25 upper elementary
Middle Eastern Cultural story/music and song Karim Nagi Wednesday April 16th 1:30-2:30 all school assembly
Thursday May 8th 1:30-2:00 Y5-2nd and 2:15-2:45 Upper Elementary 3rd-5th- Kyler (K i5 loops)- electronic music performer/composer
STUDENT PERFORMANCES:
Feburary 10th NAAPID CELEBRATION: 4TH/5TH GRADES PERFORM "It's Gotta Be Jazz" BY JOHN JACOBSON:
*Luncheon for Parents with guest speaker in the Multipurpose Room
2:00-2:30 performance school & parents/visiting guests
7:00-7:30 performance for parents and visitors (*students need to be in their starting places at 6:30 p.m. for warm up)
April 10th: 2nd/3rd grades perform " 3 of a Kind" by John Jacobson:
2:00-2:30 performance school & parents/visiting guests
7:00-7:30 performance for parents and visitors (*students need to be in their starting places at 6:30 p.m. for warm up)
May 2: Kindergartens & Y5 "Teddy Bear Picnic": NOT AN ALL SCHOOL EVENT
2:00-2:40 Y5/Kindergartens and guests/parents.. Punch and cookies to follow..
May 16th: 1st grades "Spring Sing" ALL SCHOOL ASSEMBLY
2:00-2:30 a.m.performance school & parents/visiting guests: Daytime performance only.
May 12th 5th Grade Instrumental Concert All school assemby 9:20-10:20 evening performance 7:00- 8:00 p.m. students need to be in their spots at 6:30 for tuning and last minute reminders.