The Bobcat Blaze
September 24, 2021

Principal's Message
Happy Friday Bobcat Families,
I hope your students had an enjoyable week with us! I have seen some pretty great things happening in our classrooms! It was so wonderful to see students dressed to impressed for Fall Picture Day of Thursday. The weather even improved for the occasion! Next week should be tons of fun as we will participate in Attendance Matters Spirit Week with a different theme each day. Monday's theme is CRAZY SOCKS!
I wish everyone a safe and enjoyable weekend. I can't wait to see you next week!
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Important Dates and Upcoming Events
September
- September 15-October 15....................................Hispanic Heritage Month
- September 24.......................................................Last day to submit SIC nominations (use the link below)
- September 27-October 1.......................................Attendance Awareness Spirit Week
October
- Wednesday, October 6..........................................Walk & Bike to School Day
- Wednesday, October 20........................................End of First Nine Weeks (45th day)
- Friday, October 22................................................Teacher Workday (No school for students)
- Wednesday, October 27........................................Report Cards Issued
- Friday, October 29................................................Early release for students-Parent Teacher Conference
----------Updated School Information----------
*******************We Are AC Moore STRONG!*****************
NEW SCHOOL VISION
Every AC Moore student will enter middle school reading at or above grade level.
NEW SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT
We collaboratively empower students to be accountable and successful.
STAFF CORE VALUES
Passion: Embracing and nurturing our school community
Intentionality: Purposeful, Present, & Prepared
Accountability: Growth Over Ego
Student Pillars of Leadership: PreK - 2
Respect
Cooperation
Community
Responsible
Self-Control
Caring
Trustworthy
Student Pillars of Leadership: 3rd - 5th
Respect
Collaboration
Citizenship
Responsible
Self-Discipline
Empathy
Integrity

----------DISTRICT NEWS----------
Revised COVID-19 Mitigation Strategies and Safety Protocols
Richland School District One Student Technology Replacement Fees
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)


---------SCHOOL NEWS---------
Attendance Awareness Spirit Week
Attend Today...Achieve Tomorrow: Ways to Improve Student Attendance
Parents and families are essential partners in promoting good attendance because they have the bottom-line responsibility for making sure their children get to school every day. Just as parents should focus on how their children are performing academically, they have a responsibility to set expectations for good attendance and to monitor their children’s absences, so that missed days don’t add up to academic trouble. This Parent Handout outlines strategies including:
- Make getting students to school on time every day a top priority.
- Alert schools and community agencies to barriers that keep kids from attending class.
- Ask for and monitor data on chronic absence.
- Demand action to address systemic barriers that may be causing large numbers of students to miss too much school.
Join us in bringing awareness to the importance of school attendance by participating in the spirit week activities listed below.


A.C. MOORE CONTINUES TO CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

SC Campaign Highlights Culture and Traditions of Hispanic Heritage
Generations of Hispanic Americans have enriched our nation by making contributions in science, education, the arts, and politics. Did you know that according to the Pew Research Center, in 2020, Hispanics made up nearly one-in-five people (19%) in the United States? Roughly 352,840 (6.9%) Hispanic residents live in South Carolina.
During Hispanic Heritage Month, a South Carolina agency is sharing details about food, music, historical figures, and yearly festivities from Latin American countries. To celebrate, the South Carolina Commission For Minority Affairs (SCCMA) launched a social media campaign. Everyday on Facebook, the agency is sharing parts of cultures and traditions in Hispanic communities that normally aren't seen or talked about very much.
"We have to celebrate our culture every day of the year. This is especially important during this month because this is when more people are paying attention," said Ivan Segura, the program manager for the Hispanic and Latino Affairs Division for SCCMA.
Click the banner above to see how agencies in South Carolina are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and bringing awareness to Hispanic culture.
-------------PTO News-------------
REGISTER NOW for A.C. Moore Elem School-SC’s Fundraiser!
Family, Friends, and Supporters of A C Moore Elem School-SC,
Today is the day! We are officially kicking off our fundraiser with Charleston Wrap® – and we need YOUR help! To reach our goals and make this fundraiser a success, we need everyone to do their part. Luckily, it's super easy! Attached to this message, you'll find a flyer with detailed instructions about how you can register online and support our goals. You can also click the image below and use organization ID12644 to begin your registration.
We appreciate all of your support and encourage you to spread the word to your friends & family, near and far! The more people who shop, the more money we can raise for our organization! Together, we can ensure our organization reaches its goal – and even surpasses it!
Thank you for your help!
- A C Moore Elem School-SC
---------------NEWS FROM YOUR SIC---------------
New SIC Members Needed
Hello Bobcat Families:
The A.C. Moore Elementary School Improvement Council (SIC) is an advisory council to the principal that is focused on school improvement issues. It is made up of representatives of parents, teachers, and community members. The principal serves as an ex-officio member. The SIC meets once monthly during the school year
A.C. Moore Elementary School parent representatives are nominated and elected by their fellow A.C. Moore Elementary School parents. Any parent/guardian of at least one child enrolled in A.C. Moore is eligible to place his/her own name or the name of another parent in nomination.
You can submit your nomination to the SIC before the end of today, Friday, September 24, 2021, via this link https://forms.office.com/r/FNBmp558Cq
For questions or concerns, email Wendee Evering, wendee.evering@richlandone.org

Prisma Health is helping protect you and your family with free flu shots throughout the Midlands. The flu shot is available for anyone six months and older. Flu shots will be administered by drive-through access with limited capacity to provide vaccines outside of the vehicle for children, if needed. Flu shots at Prisma Health, Nine Medical Park, will be administered outside the first floor lobby area every Wednesday and Thursday in October, 3–6 p.m. Please wear loose fitting clothing that can easily roll up to assist with vaccines. Face masks or shields will be required. Consent forms are required and available at each site. Children under the age of 16 require a parent/guardian signature. Flu shots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, visit PrismaHealth.org/FreeFluShots.
----------WELLNESS WATCH----------


In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the Alliance for a Healthier Generation (AHG) is sharing resources focused on supporting equitable whole child health, and showcasing champions who are passing on a heritage of health in their communities. AHG is proud to celebrate those working year-round in the community to create a more just, equitable, inclusive, and healthy future for children and families.
There are many simple ways to keep your heart healthy. Show your heart some love by trying out these easy ideas with students, friends, or family.
--------Parent and Family Engagement Opportunities--------


---------------Neighborhood News---------------

DHEC-Tour Health - Columbia
Dates and Times
Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Address
2221 Devine St, Columbia, South Carolina 29205, United States
Customer Service Number
1-866-416-6341
Further Information
- Pre-Registration Strongly Recommended but not required http://www.tourhealth.com/
- Wait times at all sites vary and patients are seen in the order that they arrive.
- Pre-registration will help to reduce your wait time at the site.
Appointment Needed: Call for details
Referral Needed: No
Pediatric Testing Available: Yes - All Ages
DHEC - Richland County Health Department
Dates and Times
Monday-Friday, 8:30-4:30
Further Information
- **SELF ADMINISTERED COVID-19 Saliva Test Kits ONLY**
- Pick up during normal business hours
- No appointment needed
Referral Needed: No
Pediatric Testing Available: Yes
DHEC-Tour Health - DHEC Parking Lot
Dates and Times
Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Address
2600 Bull St, Columbia, South Carolina 29201, United States
Customer Service Number
1-866-416-6341
Further Information
- Please pre-register using the link. Pre-Registration Strongly Recommended but not required. https://www.tourhealth.com
- Wait times at all sites vary and patients are seen in the order that they arrive.
- Pre-registration will help to reduce your wait time at the site.
Referral Needed: No
Pediatric Testing Available: Yes - All Ages
Free COVID-19 Vaccine Site
DHEC-Tour Health - DHEC Parking Lot
Dates and Times
Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Address
2600 Bull St, Columbia, South Carolina 29201, United States
Further Information
- Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines are now available at this testing site.
- Preregistration is highly recommended, but not required.
- You can register for a vaccination appointment at https://www.impacthealth.com/scc19vaccine
- Wait times at all sites vary and patients are seen in the order that they arrive.
- Pre-registration will help to reduce your wait time at the site.
Referral Needed: No
The University of South Carolina String Project directed by Dr. Gail V. Barnes is the model for university string programs across the country. This nationally recognized program caters to children 3rd-5th grade & adults. Click above for more info.
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School Improvement Council

