Blue Ash Elementary
AUGUST 17 , 2018
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!
Parents, we want you to know that we value the children that you send to us every day. We recognize and appreciate the trust that you give us, and we pledge to keep your children at the center of all that we do.
Welcome to the 2017-2018 School Year!
Our Beautiful Playground!
When you get a chance, ask your child about the beautiful artwork on the playgrounds!!
Thank you VERY much to the 4th grade Scouts, their siblings and the parent volunteers that worked to make our playground more beautiful and engaging for our students.
Special "shout outs" to ...
- Evelyn Wagner, who is our parent representative on the BAE Health and Wellness committee, for her tireless energy and efforts in making this project a reality.
- Christine Katzman for her incredible effort gathering the troops together and hard work for all things Blue Ash.
- Mrs. Wagenfeld for the wonderful vision, ideas and resources.
- Mrs. Hirotsu, our Health and Wellness staff member, for getting us all together for this project
- And of course, the Scouts and their families!!!!
We also want to acknowledge generous donations from:
- The Blue Ash Elementary PTO (of course)
- PPG Paints in Montgomery
- The Home Depot in Mason
- Sherwin Williams in Kenwood
- Janell Concrete and Masonry Equipment in Blue Ash
- The City of Blue Ash Public Works Department
Here is a link to a few more pictures: BAE Playground Beautification Pictures
Positive Behavior Expectations....
We all will work every day to make the choice to...
Be Safe
Be Respectful
Be Responsible and
Be A Problem Solver
Please ask your children about the 4 Be's ...what they are, and what this behavior looks like throughout our school.
Together we all make Blue Ash Elementary a great place to BE!!
MAP Testing Schedule
Welcome Back Coffee with Parents
This event, sponsored by our PTO, provides an opportunity for parents and administrators to get to know each other a little better and get started toward a great year together.
Our PTO meeting will begin at 10:15 on this day if you would like to join us!
CHESS CLUB
We are excited to announce that registration is open for the Blue Ash Chess Club starting in September. As before, it will take place on Tuesday mornings just before school and is designed for 1st through 4th graders. Participants will learn all the basics as well as get ready to play tournaments if they so desire. This year, the program starts on September 11th 2018 for beginners and September 18th 2018 for more experienced players and lasts 13 weeks for each group. The registration form is downloadable from the BAE Chess Club page here.
Any other questions? Please e-mail Evelyn Wagner at evelynabeles@gmail.com and Eric Simon Thomas at esimonthomas@yahoo.com
School electronic check in system
In order access our building, ALL visitors must have a state issued I.D. or driver's license.
Without an appropriate state issued I.D., visitors are NOT ALLOWED beyond the office doors. If you do not have an appropriate I.D., please contact the Montgomery License Bureau in order to secure one, and remember to bring it with you each time you come to visit.
Montgomery License Bureau
Located in: Montgomery Square Shopping Center
Address: 9997 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242
Phone: 513-891-2284
Thank you for helping to keep our students and staff safe at school!
Lunch and Breakfast menu
Free and Reduced Price Meals for 2018-19 School Year
The Child Nutrition Department is accepting Free and Reduced Applications for the 2018/19 school year as of July 1st, 2018. We recommend you apply online by going to the following website- https://onlinemealapp.sycamoreschools.org/sdms2/. This application needs to be completed on a computer or Chromebook, unfortunately, it cannot be completed on a cell phone or tablet. Applying online allows for a much quicker response time.
We will also accept paper applications that are located on the sycamore website under Services -> Child Nutrition -> Free & Reduced Price Meals -> Printable Forms (at the bottom of the page).
Reminder: you must fill out an application for free or reduced-price meals EVERY school year. Benefits from the 17/18 school year will expire on September 26th, 2018 if there is no application on file after July 1st, 2018. Call the Child Nutrition with any questions (513) 686-1796.
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FALL 2018 Sycamore Positive Parenting Workshops
Sycamore Positive Parenting Workshops bring parents the best practices in youth development. Each week you will gain more manageable, effective parenting skills, including effective discipline. Classes will be taught by Sycamore staff and parents and will cover several topics including:
● Positive Parenting: Building on Strengths and Practical Tools
● Creating Confident Kids: Building Grit, Curiosity and Resilience
● Communication that Works: Listening and Setting Expectations
● Deflecting Arguments and Setting Boundaries: Avoiding Power Struggles
● The Discipline Difference: Effective Consequences and Consistency
● What Kids Need to Succeed: Helping Our Students Maximize School Opportunities
The Sycamore Positive Parenting Workshops believe that every parent is a leader and can make a profound contribution in the life of their child. We look forward to working with you and hope you can join us for this interactive and fun class!
When: Tuesdays from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Sept. 25 - Oct. 23, 2018
Where: Blue Ash Elementary School- University of Cincinnati Wing
Who: Any Sycamore family, parent or guardian.
Cost Free! Childcare is also available at NO additional cost.
Questions? ❖ Emily Williams, ESOL Supervisor: 513.686.1700
williamsem@sycamoreschools.org
CLICK HERE to register