Baker Buzz February 4, 2019
All Things Baker!
Principal's Message
I am challenging myself to try new approaches, challenge my thinking, and create new habits that are based on the needs and interests of the students! I continue to be so excited about making Baker Elementary, Where Kindness is King . . . Simply the Best!
Sincerely,
Danielle Wallace
PISD Hall of Honor!
The Prosper ISD Athletic Hall of Honor is being established this year to recognize and celebrate our past Athletic accomplishments. Nominations open Friday, Feb 1st and close Friday, March 8th. Please click the link for more information or this link takes you to the online form to begin the nomination process.
Parent Education Meeting
February 4th
How do I talk with my child about difficult topics?
From preschool to high school and beyond, let's talk about the tough, real questions our kids have. Licensed Professional Counselors and Counselor Interns from Therapy On The Square invite you to join in a round-table discussion about having challenging conversations with your kids. The counselors bring a wide breadth of knowledge with them ranging from their work with parents, children, teens, and adults in a variety of settings such as private practice, schools, non-profit organizations, community organizations and crisis counseling to name a few. For more detailed information about the presenters and Therapy On The Square please visit the website https://tots.pro/
Date: February 4th
Times: 9-10 a.m. and 6-7 p.m. (repeat of a.m. session)
Location: PISD Admin Bldg room 108
Elementary Valentines
Order by: February 12th
The Prosper High School Floral Department is selling Valentines to be delivered to Prosper Elementary Schools! Our gifts can be purchased online and will be delivered to your child’s school on Valentine’s Day!
To order, please click the button below. We will accept orders until Tuesday, February 12, 2019, or until we are sold out!
2 Easy Steps to Order:
1. Purchase items online through our Square Storefront
2. Complete the Google Form at the end with the order number, your child’s name, their school, teacher, room number, and the message you would like the card to say.
Please contact kmtyler@prosper-isd.net with any questions!
Science Fair Information!
It's that time...get your science and engineering on! It's time for #ProsperInnovates (AKA: Science Fair)
Important Dates
February 15th Project registration is due online
March 5th Projects may be delivered to the cafeteria (7:15-7:45 a.m. or 3:00-3:45 p.m.) NO PROJECTS WILL BE ACCEPTED BY DROP OFF AT THE OFFICE
March 6th Student project interviews and judging
March 7th Awards announced and projects on display
Campus Contact:
Please contact Mrs. Morris if you have any questions about projects.
All registrations MUST go through the link below. You must register your project to participate.
Website: https://sites.google.com/prosper-isd.net/prosperinnovates
1st place in grades 2, 3, 4, and 5: These participants will have the opportunity to participate in a one-day game-design, boot camp, through Icode-McKinney.
STEAM Expo: 1st place winners from each grade level will have the opportunity to display and present their projects at the STEAM Expo on April 25.
Science Fair Registration is Now Open!
If you are interested in participating in this year’s science fair, please visit the following link for all information and registration:
https://sites.google.com/prosper-isd.net/prosperinnovates
This site can also be found on our Baker School Website.
Parents of incoming 6th graders (2019-2020) Information Meeting
Please mark your calendar for the incoming 6th grade (2019-2020 school year) parent information night on Monday, February 25, 2019, from 6:00-6:45 p.m. The parent information nights will be held at the following campuses:
Rogers MS - students zoned for Rogers 2019-2020
Reynolds MS - students zoned for Reynolds 2019-2020
Hays MS will hold a parent information night at PHS
Date: February 25th
Times: 6-6:45 p.m.
Location: see above
Please be aware that school zoning will be communicated to parents prior to February 25, 2019.
Transition Workshop
February 7th
Come work with the PISD Transition Team to:
• Create a care binder to keep all of your special needs child’s important information organized
• Begin writing a letter of intent to document important information about your child’s needs, preferences, routines, and your desires for his or her future
• Consult with PISD staff about transition topics, community resources, and other transition-related matters
Please RSVP by February 1 by completing the online form or by emailing jtchalker@prosper-isd.net.
***Childcare is also available by reservation through the above online form.***
Date: February 7th
Times: 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Location: PISD Admin Bldg Board Room
For more information, please contact Julia Chalker, Prosper ISD Transition Specialist, at jtchalker@prosper-isd.net or 469-219-2000, ext. 13224.
100th Day of School!
Book Club Project
We have a group of students that participated in a book club with Mrs. Calhoun. For their final project the book inspired them to collect items to be donated to the SPCA. If you would like to donate please bring your items by February 8th. Here are the items they are needing:
-Q-tips
-Blankets
-Large bath towels
-Baby wipes or pet wipes
-Jolly balls
-Cat activity boards
-Pill pockets for cats OR dogs
Thank you!!
Elementary Night at PHS Basketball
Mrs. Harrison's Class Fun
So Proud of Our Special Olympics Athletes!
2nd Grade 3D Shapes and Fun
Green Ticket Winners
Upcoming Dates!
February 4-8 National School Counselors Week
February 14-Valentine's Day
February 18-President's Day/Bad Weather Make-up Day as needed
February 18-PISD School Board Meeting @7:00-8:00 pm Administration Bldg.
February 19-Elementary UIL @4:30-8:00 pm Rogers Middle School
February 20- Spirit Day- Chili's, 1081 Preston Road, Prosper
February 22-Baker's Best 8:00 AM
February 28- 4th grade music program, 6:00 PM
March 1- Boot Scoot Dance 6:30 PM
John A. Baker Elementary School
Email: dlwallace@prosper-isd.net
Website: https://www.prosper-isd.net/baker
Location: 3125 Bluewood Drive, McKinney, TX, USA
Phone: 469-219-2120
Twitter: @BakerElem