The Compass
"Unlock the Treasure in Every Child" - September 27, 2021
Open-Mindedness!
Open-mindedness is the willingness to actively search for evidence that goes against one’s favored beliefs, plans, or goals. Open-minded individuals are able to weigh all evidence fairly, when it is available. They see the other side and fight the tendency to have a bias for their own views. And, rather than favoring the socially dominant views, they give attention to those that are less dominant.
This character strength helps individuals build knowledge about specific issues or points of view – and provide sound recommendations and advice. Open-minded people do not jump to conclusions. Instead, they seek out and examine all of the available evidence before forming an opinion.
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
Spirit Day!
Matey-Move-athon!
This week we kick off our Matey-Move-A-Thon DanceFit! Our goal is to raise $20,000 for automated shades for the gym & a new outdoor learning space. Here is a quick video overview of our fundraising program: https://vimeo.com/569362100/5771c49baa
We want all families to get registered by 9/30! Log on to MYBOOSTER.COM today and enter your family’s details.
We are working hard to make this fundraiser safe, fun, and successful for everyone!
Key dates to remember:
• Registration Opens - 9/16
Register on MYBOOSTER.COM
• Donating Starts - 9/23
• Fundraiser Kick Off - 9/30
• Event Day - 10/08
SAVE THE DATE!
Thank you for working with us to make our school stronger. We are grateful for your support!
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.
Important Dates
September
- 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