The Compass
"Unlock the Treasure in Every Child" - April 18, 2022
Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence
This week we are focused on the character strength of Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence.
Appreciation of beauty and excellence is the ability to identify and enjoy that which is admirable in the world. There are three types of goodness in which positive psychology focuses: physical beauty (e.g. a sunset, song, or building); an exceptional skill or talent; and moral goodness (e.g. a character strength). Appreciation of beauty can generate awe; appreciation of a skill can generate admiration; and appreciation of moral goodness can generate moral elevation. All of these feelings (awe, admiration, and moral elevation) help us forget ourselves and find increased joy and meaning in the world.
That parent virtue for Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence is Transcendence. These strengths allow people to rise above their trouble and find meaning in the larger universe. Strengths of transcendence are appreciation, connection/purpose, gratitude, hope, and humor.
Use these quotes, videos and character card to discuss the character strength with your children.
"If the stars were to appear only but one night every thousand years, how man would marvel and adore." ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
"Beauty is hidden in everything, just learn how to observe." ~unknown
Square 1 Art
Don’t forget to order cool gifts for that family and friends! With over 40 unique and useful keepsakes to purchase during the Square 1 Art fundraiser, your child’s artwork is the perfect gift for any occasion. Nothing says “you’re loved” like, “I made this art keepsake just for you!”
It’s the final days of the fundraiser, so don’t delay. The school benefits with every order!
LAST DAY TO ORDER: 4/25/2022Check out the website: https://shop.square1art.com/shop
Please help fill our Makerspace!
Please help stock our library Makerspace cart! Makerspace activities allow students to make, create, learn, and explore using a variety of materials and/or technology. Please consider donating items to stock our new cart.
**All grade levels– a handful of random Legos (if your kids won’t notice them missing)
Kindergarten- play doh, modeling clay, paper or plastic grocery bags, duck tape
1st grade- fabric, felt, foil, saran wrap, wax paper, plastic easter eggs
2nd grade- beads, buttons, googley eyes, straws
3rd grade- cups of various sizes (paper, plastic, foam), pipe cleaners, twist ties, plastic bread bag clips
4th grade- popsicle sticks, tissue paper, clothes pins, cardstock
5th grade- string, yarn, ribbon, wire, recycled plastic containers (margarine tubs, spice jars, etc.)
EOG Testing!
3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Families - Please note the dates below for EOG testing.
Friday, May 27 (Grades 3,4,5 Reading)
Wednesday, June 1 (Grades 3,4, and 5 Math)
Thursday, June 2 (Grade 5 Science and Grade 3 Read to Achieve)
Kindergarten Enrollment!
2022-23 Kindergarten registration is OPEN! Your child must turn 5 by August 31 to be eligible to enroll. Please visit the website below for information on how to enroll. You must start the process at your base school. You may request a transfer to Buckhorn Creek February 25 - March 11 if you will be coming from another base school.
Parent Cafeteria Support
Important Dates
April
- April 11-15 - Spring Break
May
- May 2 - No School - Teacher Work Day
- May 4 - 2nd Grade Science Fun In-House Field Trip -Maynor, Schaible, Dietrich, Buzzerio
- May 6 - Spirit Day: Wear your Teacher's favorite color
- May 10 - Interim Report Cards sent home
- May 17 - 2nd Grade Science Fun In-House Field Trip -Carroll, Thurow, Kelaher
- May 18 - 2nd Grade Science Fun In-House Field Trip -Magee, Pozcontek, McCoy, Ellis
- May 19 - 2nd Grade Science Fun In-House Field Trip -Dimov, Mosco, McMahon, Olds
- May 27 - EOG Testing -Grades 3,4,5 Reading
- May 30 - No School - Memorial Day
June
- June 1 - EOG Testing -Grades 3,4, and 5 Math
- June 2 - Grade 5 Science and Grade 3 Read to Achieve
- June 8 - Salamanders Spirit Night - More info to come
- June 10 - 5th Grade Drive Thru Celebration -10am
- June 10 - Last day of school
- June 10 - Report Cards sent home
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