The Compass
"Unlock the Treasure in Every Child" - September 13, 2021
No School
- There is NO SCHOOL on Thursday, September 16 for a Teacher Work Day and in observation of Yom Kippur.
Curiosity!
This week our students will be learning about the character trait of Curiosity!
What does curiosity mean? You like exploration and discovery. You ask lots of questions because you want to learn more about anything and everything.
The character trait of Curiosity falls within the virtue of Wisdom and Knowledge. Parent virtue: Wisdom and Knowledge. Strengths of wisdom and knowledge are cognitive strengths related to the acquisition and use of information. Strengths comprised in this virtue are creativity, curiosity, open-mindedness, love of learning and perspective.
Albert Einstein once said, "The important thing is not to stop questions. Curiosity has its own reason for existing." Host a conversation with your child this week about what this might mean.
Check out the P2 for Families website, which contains 1 quote, 1 video, and 3 questions for your family to discuss. This is designed to be easy for parents to use to lead conversations around the importance of character strengths and positive relationships. It is differentiated for grades Pre-K-2, 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12. Most of these webpages are password protected and the password (very simple) is: P2
Help Wanted!!
Positions Available:
- Instructional Assistant - 1st Grade
- Instructional Assistant - Spec. Ed
Please email Dr. Simons if you are interested in either of these positions or would like additional information. (dsimons@wcpss.net)
Returning To School After COVID-19 Diagnosis, Exposure, or Illness
Please know we recognize that every situation for each family is different and that the process is not clear cut. Please feel free to reach out to the school and we would be happy to assist you with your individual situation.
If it is after school hours and you need support, please call Dr. Simons' cell phone at (919) 437-7083.
School Pictures
Important Dates
September
- Sept 16 - No School - Teacher Work Day
- Sept 23 - Fall Yearbook Photos
- Sept 24 - Interim Report Cards
- Sept 30 - PTA Boosterthon Matey-Move-athon begins
October
- Oct 1 -Spirit Day: Dress like a Buccaneer
- Oct 8 - PTA Boosterthon Dance-athon
- Oct 11 - No School - Teacher Work Day
- Oct 27 - No School - Teacher Work Day
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