The Compass
"Unlock the Treasure in Every Child" - November 4, 2019
The Positivity Project - BRAVERY!
This week our students will learn more about the character strength of Bravery!
What is bravery?
Bravery refers to voluntary (not coerced) action in the face of a dangerous circumstance. This strength involves judgment; the brave person must have an understanding of the risks and consequences involved in acting. According to Socrates and Plato, forethought separates acts of valor from acts of rashness. This means that bravery isn’t simply fearlessness, but instead the overcoming of fear.
The parent virtue for bravery is courage. Strengths of courage involve applying will and fortitude in overcoming internal or external resistance to accomplish goals. Strengths comprised in this virtue are bravery, perseverance, integrity, and zest/enthusiasm. Please use these quotes and discuss with your child what they learn about Perspective this week.
"Courage is contagious. When a brave man takes a stand, the spines of others are stiffened." ~Billy Graham
"Be brave. Take Risks. Nothing can substitute experience." ~Paulo Coelho
BCES Family Academy
Who: All of our Buccaneer Families! What: An opportunity to learn more about math, Dreambox, reading, and/or social emotional learning and ways you can support your student(s). You will be able to choose sessions to attend, and take home materials will be provided. All sessions at both locations will be led by Buckhorn Creek staff. Where: Buckhorn Creek When: Thursday, November 14. The first session will begin at 6:00pm, and the second session will begin at 6:50 and end at 7:30pm. Why: As a staff, we want to connect with our families and communities as we partner together for the success of all of our students! To help ensure all of our families can attend, we will offer child care for children 18 months- 5th grade. Child care will be provided by Buckhorn Creek staff.
If you are able to attend, please follow this link and complete the sign up process ASAP!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfM731a7IKla6JHLaDKAIkYEJnlL8mSI4Q-KYx0NVeN1cJVGw/viewform
Spirit Night - Monday, Nov 4!
Our PTA is hosting a Spirit Night at Chick-fil-a on Monday, November 4. Please join them from 5-8 at the Holly Springs Chick-Fil-A.
To make sure that Buckhorn Creek Elementary School receives all the credit for the Spirit Night on Monday; here is how you can can use the app during Spirit Night:
After placing your order, go to the "My Order" tab in the bottom right-hand corner of the app. After pressing that tab, you will be on the "My Order" page. Scroll down to the bottom of your order. Where it says, "Have a special request?" Please put in the box provided, "BCES" or "Spirit Night".
On November 4th, those that use the app will automatically:
1. Be entered into Chick-fil-A's contest to win Chick-fil-A for a Year or a catered Chick-fil-A party for 20. The drawing will be on December 1st.
2. Receive a free treat from Chick-fil-A that will be loaded onto their app in 24-36 hours.
Baby Wipes!!
No School - Veterans Day!
Here is a little bit of information about Veterans Day - https://www.military.com/veterans-day
Up Coming Dates!!
Nov 4 - 5th Grade Field Trip - United Skates
Nov 4 - Chick-Fil-A PTA Spirit Night
Nov 6 - 3rd Grade CogAt Testing
Nov 7 - 3rd Grade CogAt Testing
Nov 8 - 3rd Grade CogAt Testing
Nov 11 - No School - Veterans Day
Nov 14 - BCES Parent Academy
Nov 14 - Fall Make up pictures
Nov 22 - Spirit Day - PJ Day
Nov 22 - PTA Movie Night and General Meeting
Nov 27-29 - Thanksgiving Break
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