Binns Bulletin

Family Newsletter-February 2023

Happy February

It is hard to believe we are already in the second month of 2023. January flew by and our students were hard at work. We had Middle of the Year testing that kept them busy. We enjoyed a week in Hawaii last week with random prizes and fun treats throughout the week and a special time in PE. We look forward to the MANY activities this month! Take a look!
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The second night of Parent Teacher Conferences are Thursday February 2nd. You can sign up for a time between 3:45-7:15pm. If you haven't reached out to your students teacher, we encourage you to do so! This is a great opportunity for you to see how your student is doing, where they are at academically, socially and mentally and how you can support their growth in all areas! ALL of our teachers are eager to meet with you. Click the button below to see some insightful questions and information that would be helpful for conferences!


ALSO during conferences there will be a BOOK FAIR!!

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Come join us!

PTO host a monthly meeting to discuss activities, fundraising and all the things that go on in and out of the school. Come join us to be a part of it all! We would LOVE to have you!!


Next meeting is Wednesday February 8th @ 6:00pm in the library. If you are unable to attend in person, please let us know we can send you a zoom link!

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Pathway Express Stop #3- The Ohio Statehouse

Columbus is the largest city in Ohio, and it’s the capital of our state. Many of the conversations and decisions that could ultimately impact students today, and in the future, are made at 1 Capitol Square - The Ohio Statehouse.

Since its opening to legislators and the public in 1857, the Statehouse has witnessed Ohio’s most historic voting decisions. In addition to state leaders, more than 500,000 visitors tour Capitol Square each year. Throughout the month of February, CCS students and families are invited to add their names to the growing guestbook.

In addition to weekend tours, CCS families are also encouraged to join us for our Family & Community Resource Day on Saturday, February 11, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

School Choice Fair



Save the Date! The Elementary School Fair will be held February 7, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.


View our video profiles of each school prior to the Fairs! During the scheduled times for the Fair, families can click on a zoom link and chat live with the principal and/or school staff. Translation links available for the languages listed below.

Arabic | French | Nepali | Somali | Spanish

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Important School Application Deadlines



High School & Middle School Lottery Applications: Accepted via the Parent Portal Wednesday, January 4, 2023 through Tuesday, February 28, 2023. The last date for the acceptance of late lottery applications for students who completed the 2022-23 school year with CCS is August 18, 2023. New students enrolling into Columbus City Schools can submit a lottery application for two weeks after their enrollment date until December 8, 2023.

Elementary School Lottery Applications: Accepted via the Parent Portal Wednesday, February 1, 2023 through Friday, March 31, 2023. The last date for the acceptance of late lottery applications for students who completed the 2022-23 school year with CCS is August 18, 2023. New students enrolling into Columbus City Schools can submit a lottery application for two weeks after their enrollment date until December 8, 2023.

Selective Admissions Applications: Applications available to eligible students Monday, January 9, 2023 with a submission deadline of Tuesday, January 31, 2023. Applications must be submitted via the Parent Portal.

Request to Return to Homeschool Application: Accepted via the Parent Portal Wednesday, January 4, 2023 through Friday, March 24, 2023.

Reservation: Accepted via the Parent Portal for eligible students from Wednesday, January 4, 2023 through Tuesday, January 31, 2023.

ROTC: Accepted via the Parent Portal Wednesday, January 4 through Monday, February 20, 2023.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

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Gina Shimer-Family Ambassador

Hello Families! I am here for YOU! I have been making calls to all of you and will continue making calls. The purpose of these is to check in with you and see how things are going. We want you to know that we love and care about not just your student but your family as a whole at Binns Elementary! I look forward to chatting with you if I haven't already!!


In the meantime if you need anything EVER please do not hesitate to reach out. My information is posted here, but you can also connect with me on Class Dojo!