The Compass
"Unlock the Treasure in Every Child" - February 18, 2019
Positivity Project - Pay it Forward
Earlier this month we focused on the Other Peopl Matter (OtherBucsMatter) Mindset with a specific focus on Supporting Others when they Struggle. During this week Ms. Oas and Mr. Simons met with each grade level and challenged students to "Pay it forward."
Students were challenged to show acts of kindness toward others by being helpful and caring. Since then, students have been listing their acts on post it notes, polka dots, or on a google slide. The amount of thoughtful acts has been astounding. This week we are focused on keeping them going.
Challenge your family to "Pay it Forward" by showing an act of kindness this week. Tweet @BuckhornCreekES to show us how your family paid it forward.
Use the quotes and videos below to host discussion with your child.
"Strong people don't put others down, they lift them up." ~Unknown
"Help people even when you know they can't help you back. ~Unknown
In need of yarn!
Ms. Herman, our Library and Media Coordinator is in need of yarn. If you have any extra yarn laying around that you do not need, she would appreciate the donation. The yarn will be used in an activity related to the Caldecott Honor book ‘Extra Yarn’ by author Mac Barnett. Mr. Barnett will be visiting our school in March and she is working to prepare students for his visit. Thank you in advance for your support.
Help in the Media Center!
Mrs. Herman is looking for volunteers to help shelve books in the media center. You can come right after morning carpool or before afternoon carpool to save a trip. Please contact her at lherman@wcpss.net if you are interested. You must be a cleared WCPSS volunteer but it does not take long to get your clearance this time of year. If you are not sure of your clearance, please contact the school receptionist, Toni Carpenter, at 919-694-8970 extension 0.
School Improvement Survey
Buckhorn Creek Elementary is in the process of crafting our first School Improvement Plan (SIP). Our first action step is to create a vision statement. Parents, guardians, and community members are important stakeholders in our school community and we value your opinions.
Please take a few moments to provide us input on your thoughts. As you reflect, we ask that you respond to the questions thinking about your child's experience at Buckhorn Creek in the past, present, and the future.
Out of respect for our dedicated staff, please refrain from mentioning anyone by name while completing the survey. Thank you for your time.
*Please complete the survey before March 4, 2019 @ 4:00 p.m.
**Please note our SIP Team will use this information to DRAFT a vision statement for our school. The DRAFTed statement will be sent out to the community for additional input.
Read Across America Week!
Check out this flyer for full details.
Monday, March 4- Pajama Day
Tuesday, March 5- Seuss Day
Wednesday, March 6- Wacky Wednesday
Thursday, March 7- Dress in Shapes
Friday, March 8- Dress like a Super Star
Friday Mandy 8 - Drop Everything and Read Day - Parents are invited to come read with students from 12:15-12:45. Parents who have multiple children will be able to sign students out of class and bring their family together to read. Parents are encouraged to bring blankets to sit on and may find any comfy space in the halls or media center to read with their children.
Author Visit - Mac Burnett
Mac Barnett, Author of Triangle and Square, is coming to Buckhorn Creek Elementary School Thursday, March 7th! Some books will be available the day of his visit, but pre-ordering is highly recommended. Click here to access the order form.
Please turn in forms and money by February 26. School prices reflect a 20% discount plus sales tax. Make any checks payable to “Quail Ridge Books.”
American Legion Post 116 from Fuquay-Varina Visits
Up Coming Dates!!
Feb 18 - NO SCHOOL - Teacher Work Day
Feb 20 - Field Trip: 2nd Grade - Junie B Jones Play
Feb 26 - Field Trip: 4th Grade - NC Symphony
March 3 - JellyBeans - PTA Spirit Day! 1-5pm
March 4-8 Read Across America Week
March 4 - PTA General Meeting 6:30pm
March 5 - Spring Pictures
March 7 - Field Trip: 5th Grade - Camp Flintlock
March 8 - Early Release
March 8 - School Spirit Day - Be a Star - Dress Like a Movie Star! - Drop Everything and Read!
About Us.
Email: dsimons@wcpss.net
Website: www.wcpss.net/BuckhornCreekES
Location: 5651 Honeycutt Road, Holly Springs, NC, USA
Phone: (919) 694-8970
Twitter: @BuckhornCreekES