Buckingham Elementary
The Mighty Knight Connection - January 2013
The NEW Buckingham Elementary School Newsletter
Welcome to Buckingham Elementary School's Electronic News & Information Connection. Beginning in 2013, the school is introducing an on-line newsletter that is user and mobile phone friendly. This format WILL NOT replace the PTO's BEN, but will feature events, key information, and news that is important for the Buckingham Community.
We hope you enjoy future newsletter connections!
Information & Coming Events
January:
- Jan. 2 - School Resumes
- Jan.7 - Buckingham Happenings Begins - See Schedule
- Jan. 9 - Spirit Assembly, Jump Rope
- Jan. 10 - PTO Family Fun Night - Great Barrier Reef - Virtual Field Trip to Australia
- Jan. 21 - NO SCHOOL - MLK, Jr. Day
- Jan. 23 - Market Day Pick-Up - Cafeteria Hallway
- Jan. 24 - PTO General Meeting - 9:30AM
- Jan. 31 - CALENDAR UPDATE: Full Day for Students
February:
- Feb. 1 - CALENDAR UPDATE: End of MP2, Half-Day for Students (No PM KDG)
- Feb. 1 - Boomerang Breakfast - 8:30AM
- Feb. 8 - Family Fun & Fitness Night - 6:30PM-8:00PM
- Feb. 11 - CALENDAR UPDATE: Report Cards Distributed
- Feb. 14 - Valentine's Day
- Feb. 15 - Spirit Assembly, Fitness is Fun
- Feb. 18 - NO SCHOOL - President's Day
- Feb. 18 - Buckingham PTO Day at Chuck-E-Cheese, Warrington
- Feb. 20 - Market Day Pick-Up Cafeteria Hallway
Buckingham Security Procedures
All guests & visitors to Buckingham Elementary are required to Sign-In at the front desk and wear a Visitor Badge - visible at all times while in school. Guests are to follow all rules and regulations of the school and must adhere to the stated purpose of the visit.
Buckingham Student Recognized in PA Drug-Free Calendar!
PA Attorney General
Angie with PA Attorney General, Linda Kelly.
Don't Get in a Pickle!
Buckingham's Annual Gift Giving/Food Drive Project - 2012
We would like to thank Nurse Randi Semanoff & all of the "Mighty Knights" who helped make our annual Giving Project/Food Drive Project a HUGE success. Also, thank you to Buckingham Students, Gage & Aiden, and the Student Council for the organization and planning of the Friday morning pretzel sales! The students raised over $600 that was donated and contributed to the overall Food Drive! During this time of year, we are thankful for all that we have and appreciate the Buckingham Community's willingness to help those in need. Thanks for your support!
Buckingham Holiday Sing
The Third Grade Talent Show
PTO Family Fun Night - Virtual Field Trip to the Great Barrier Reef, AUS!
Please join the PTO on January 10 from 6:00PM-8:00PM for an exciting Family Fun Night featuring a Virtual Video Conference to Australia's: Great Barrier Reef. A Tour Guide will lead us on an adventure to look at sea life and other underwater fun from across the world in real time!
Please contact:
Katrina Brillman -or- Ann Kettelberger with questions or for more information.
Click on photo (left) for Registration Form and return to School Office.
PTO General Meeting - Jan. 24, 2013 @ 9:30AM
Buckingham's Family Fun & Fitness Night
Buckingham Elementary School is excited to announce that Family Fun & Fitness Night will be held on February 8th from 6:30-8:00PM. We look forward to another fantastic event featuring fitness and fun family activities! Look for more information in an upcoming Thursday Folder.
If you are a parent who would like to offer your fitness ideas or services, please contact:
Physical Education Teacher, Andy Durie -or- School Counselor, Bryan Rosica.
CB Cares Boomerang Nominations
January: #9 Service to Others:
Young person values service to others, in their family, school, or community. He/she commits to meaningful and caring actions.
Parents, please nominate a Buckingham student by clicking here! In your paragraph, include how your nominee exemplifies this month’s asset. Nominations are due to Mr. Rosica by Jan. 23rd.
Mission
Buckingham Elementary School
Box 158, 2414 Durham Road
Buckingham, PA 18912-0158
Principal, Karl T. Funseth
Email: Buckingham@cbsd.org
Website: http://tiny.cc/buckingham
Location: Buckingham Elementary School, Durham Road, Buckingham, PA
Phone: 267-893-4200