The B.Y.E. Buzz
September 6, 2021
No School Monday- Labor Day
Principal Corner
There will be no school this Monday to celebrate Labor Day. Thank you for partnering with us and let us know if we can assist you.
Mrs. Norwood and Mrs. Kennedy
Notes from The Nurse
People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. Anyone can have mild to severe symptoms. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
This list does not include all possible symptoms.
B.Y.E. Color Run 2021-2022
PTA Update
Our first PTA meeting is 9/14/21 at 8am. We will meet at the Har-Ber Meadows pool house. It is across the pond from the school. Please sign up for the PTA at the PTA store.
Please complete the BYE Volunteer Survey below so we know how you can help us this year. We are looking for parents to sign up for homeroom parents.
Yearbooks can be ordered beginning this week. Yearbooks are currently $21, but the price will increase in November so order today at the PTA store.
Yearbook Club- 4th/5th Grade
This is an exciting opportunity that will teach your students how to use various cameras, to utilize layouts in design applications, work with a team, meet deadlines, converse with the yearbook representative and learn how the books are made, how to be hands-on in a design process for your student’s school yearbook and document events around the school.
Eligibility requirements for Yearbook Club:
- currently in 4th/5th grade at BYE
- able to attend events during or after school to document for the yearbook
- able to be responsible
- can positively represent the school and team (has good character)
- works well with others
- willing to learn
Applications are due September 14th. Students that were previously in Yearbook should complete another application. These students will have priority. Students will be chosen by a committee consisting of classroom teachers, yearbook sponsor, and administrators. Yearbook applicants will be notified by Monday, September 20th regarding Yearbook Club. Parents will be emailed about Yearbook Club status. Contact Mrs. Ballard (aballard@sdale.org) or Mrs. Norwood (cnorwood@sdale.org) if you have any questions.
The application should be completed by the student:
Kindness Krew Information for 2nd Grade
Is your 2nd grader interested in learning about different ways to spread kindness, how to help those in need, and different strategies to help cope with their feelings? Kindness Krew is starting and we would love to have your child participate. We will meet every Monday (starting 9/20) from 3:15-4:00 in Mrs. Ottaviano’s room. Spots are limited! We can only accept 20 second-grade students. Second graders are bringing home a note regarding Kindness Krew.
Family Music Page
Notes from the counselor
I am so happy to see everyone back in school! This month I will be going into classrooms and explaining what my role is as a School Counselor at Young. I will also be introducing students to my virtual classroom and discussing how they can come see me if they need support. Here’s what I do at Young:
Classroom Lessons- I visit all grades to teach social-emotional skills such as feelings, communication, problem- solving, self esteem, respect, etc.
Small Group Counseling- I facilitate small groups for students who need a little extra support in a certain area.
Individual Counseling- I meet with students short-term to work through problems affecting them at school.
Consultation with Staff/Parents- I am available to talk with teachers and parents to help support students. I also provide resources and education about issues affecting children.
Lunch Choices - Menu Week 4
Monday- No School
Tuesday- Hamburger
Wednesday- Beacon Street Stick
Thursday- Mac and Cheese
Friday- Grilled Cheese
Adjustment:
Tuesday #1 is Hamburger and #2 is Pepperoni Flatbread
Friday #1 Grilled Cheese and #2 is Chicken Sliders
The menu is subject to change due to limited grocery fulfillment; however, we will do our best to serve exactly what is on the menu.
Upcoming Events
September 6- No School- Labor Day
September 10- Spirit Day (Wear Blue for the Blue Ribbon Award)
September 14- PTA Meeting 8 am
September 23- Fall Picture Day
September 27-28- Student-Led Conferences
October 15- No School- Teacher in-service
October 18- No School- Teacher in-service
October 29- Birthday Bash/Fall Party Day
November 22-26- Thanksgiving Break
December 17- Winter Party Day
December 20-January 3- Christmas Break
January 28- Spring Picture Day
February 11- Valentine Party Day
March 21-25- Spring Break
April 1- Class pictures
About our School
- Bernice Young Elementary was established in August 2000.
- School mascot is the Yellowjacket
- School colors are Red, Yellow, and Black
- National Blue Ribbon School 2020
- Principal- Christy Norwood
- Assistant Principal- Sara Kennedy
Email: younginfo@sdale.org
Website: https://young.sdale.org/
Location: 301 Pippin Apple Circle, Springdale, AR, USA
Phone: (479)750-8770
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bernice-Young-Elementary-School-158776284137531/