Dear Boone Meadow Families
We look forward to a solid semester 2 as we returned to school this week. Many new families are now calling Boone Meadow their school home as they make new friends in our community. We have so many students eager to welcome new faces to this special place.
January is also a time when the staff deeply reflects on student growth, as well as, gauges their own growth as a professional. Teachers are wrapping up mid-year student progress reports, which will be available for families next week. In addition, note that January 17th is a professional development day for teachers, so no school on January 16th and 17th for students.Staff will be engaged in deepening understandings with mathematical practices with our mathematics curriculum
Boone Meadow Bash Planning Meeting (THIS SUNDAY EVENING @ 6PM) - The BME PTO is excited to bring back the BME Bash this year on April 28, 2023 - but we can't do it without parent/family support! We will begin planning for the Bash THIS Sunday evening, January 8 at 6:00 pm. Meet us in the school cafeteria to brainstorm, find a committee to join, and help us plan the best event ever! Committees may include: Games, inflatables, food, auction, volunteers. Look for the yellow flyer coming home in your child's folder.
Wellness Night - We are excited to host Wellness Night this coming Thursday, January 12th. This is an evening evening where students and families are invited to visit the school between 6:00-7:30. During this time, a variety of activities will be housed throughout the building for engaging experiences. Come to tap into physical activity, learn about nutrition, and explore your creative side. We hope to see you on Thursday.
STEM Science & Engineering Fair - Save the date! Many students are diligently working on their science/engineering projects to share with you! Our Science and Engineering Fair is scheduled for January 26th (corrected time is 6:00-7:30) and all families/students are welcome to visit.
Have a wonderful weekend,
Tom Hundley, Principal
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BME PTO Has A New Website!
The BME PTO has established a new way to share information with parents, families, and the community! The new website can be found at www.BMEpto.com and includes up-to-date information about events, fundraisers, and other PTO activities. Please spread the word about the new site, so even those without social media can explore opportunities with the PTO!
Recess Reminder
Indiana weather is known for its rapid changes and we have certainly already seen that this year! As the weather turns colder, students will need to come to school with their winter coats, hats, and gloves. Snow pants, waterproof boots, warm gloves/mittens are required to be able to play in the snow. Please reach out to our counselor, Mrs. Sloan, if you are in need of assistance to obtain cold weather gear. All children play outside except on rainy, icy, or very cold days (wind chill below the 10-20 degree range). Inside recess will be held on those exceptional days.
Upcoming Events & Important Info
January 3 - Students and Staff return to school
January 9 - Science/Engineering Fair Research/Help Session in Media Center, 4:00-5:00
January 12 - Student Progress Reports posted on PowerSchool; Wellness Night 6:00-7:30 PM
January 16 - MLK Jr. Day - no school
January 17 - Teacher professional development day (no school for students)
January 18 - PTO Meeting (6:30 cafe)
January 25 - Science Fair set up in Gymnasium (2:30-4:00)
January 26 - Science Fair Judging (school day); Open House for Science Fair 4:00-5:30
January 27 - Science Fair Concludes
February 8 - PTO Meeting
February 14 - Valentine's Day
February 20 - 24 - February break
March 20-24 - Scholastic Book Fair
March 31 - April 7 - Spring Break
April 12 - PTO Meeting
April 28 - Boone Meadow Bash!
May 1-5 - Teacher Appreciation Week
May 2 - Boone Meadow Voices Concert @ ZWEST
May 10 - PTO meeting
May 12 - Field Day
May 22 - Kindy Sing
May 24 - Fourth Grade Celebration
May 25 - Last Day of School
Lunch Guest Sign Ups
Lunch Guests
We are ready to welcome lunch guests! Students and their guests will have lunch at designated locations in the front lobby area. Please no more than 2 guests per student due to limited space. So that others may have the opportunity, we ask that you not sign up more than 1 time per month. As we implement this new system/procedure, we will limit availability one more week to Monday, Wednesday, and Friday visits.
Here's how it works:
- Sign up for a reservation in advance using this link: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/BMELunchSchedule@zcsk12in.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/ When you sign up, please be certain to complete all fields requested.
- Be sure to notify your child's teacher so they are informed to send your child to the front lobby to meet you/guest during their scheduled lunch time.
- Bring a photo ID and arrive 5 minutes early (lunch times are listed on the signup form link above).
- Your child will meet you in the front office area when they are ready.
School Directory
The School Directory App is Updated for the 2022-23 school year families!
Our Student directory is now complete! Many thanks to the PTO for organizing this helpful resource! To access the directory follow these steps:
- Go to www.directoryspot.net or download the “Directory Spot” app on a smart phone. Click “Login”.
- Enter your email address as your Username, and click on “Reset Password”. An email will be sent to you with a link to set your password.
- Click on the link in the email to set your password and to log in.
If you have trouble logging in, please contact PTO Secretary, Carolee Sanguedolce at caroleeaustin@aol.com
School Safety: Visitors & Volunteers Background Checks
When volunteers are needed and approved, appropriate staff members will reach out to you in effort to welcome your support and assistance.
If you plan to volunteer or visit in the future, please note the following information.
Click here for information regarding required Background Checks for volunteers: ZCS Volunteer Background Check
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR VOLUNTEERS
We value partnerships with our families and welcome parents and guardians to serve as volunteers in our schools. Each ZCS building typically offers a wide variety of volunteer opportunities. If you plan to assist as chaperones or engage with children in a volunteer capacity, we strongly recommend getting a criminal background check completed well in advance to have on file.
Examples include:
- Field Trip Chaperones
- Out of Town/Overnight Chaperones
- Tutors
- Volunteer Coaches
- Classroom Helpers (PTO parties/room parents)
- Library Helpers
- After Prom Workers
- Field Day/Jog-A-Thon Volunteers
- Book Fair Sales/Athletic Ticket Sales
During the school day, all volunteers are expected to sign in at the front office. Prior to the volunteer opportunity, all volunteers must sign a Non-disclosure Acknowledgement Form and have successfully completed a Full Criminal History Background Check. Volunteers must also view the state mandated confidentiality/bullying video, provided on the Volunteer/BRAVO website.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR VISITORS
During the school day, all visitors must enter via the front door and sign-in at the front office. Visitors need to be prepared to present a government issued photo ID which will be scanned against the National Sex Offender Registry. All visitors will be issued a visitor badge/tag to be worn inside the building at all times.
Examples Include:
- Lunch Guests
- Classroom Guest Speakers
- Classroom Special Events (Grandparent Day/Famous Hoosiers/etc.)
- Parent/Teacher Conferences
*ZCS thanks all volunteers for generous support of our youth and schools. Thank you, too, for supporting assurance of student and staff safety by completing and paying for a volunteer background check.
