The Bobcat Blaze
September 9, 2022

+++We Are AC Moore STRONG+++
SCHOOL VISION
Every AC Moore student will enter middle school reading at or above grade level.
SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT
We collaboratively empower students to be accountable and successful.
STAFF CORE VALUES
Passion: Embracing and nurturing our school community
Intentionality: Purposeful, Present, & Prepared
Accountability: Growth Over Ego
Student Pillars of Leadership: PreK - 2
Respect
Cooperation
Community
Responsible
Self-Control
Caring
Trustworthy
Student Pillars of Leadership: 3rd - 5th
Respect
Collaboration
Citizenship
Responsible
Self-Discipline
Empathy
Integrity
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Principal's Message
We had a wonderful 4-day week here in Bobcat Country! I hope you had an enjoyable long Labor Day weekend. Interim grade reports will be posted and go home on September 14th so please look out for those!
Please be sure to join us in the school library for the first PTO meeting of the year on Monday, September 12th from 6:00 - 7:00pm. All are welcome! Childcare will not be provided.
Tuesday, September 13th from 5:30 - 6:30pm is the 4th grade Playdate on the Playground sponsored by our PTO. All 4th grade students and their families are welcome to attend!
Wednesday, September 14th from 5:30 - 6:30pm is the 1st grade Playdate on the Playground sponsored by our PTO. All 1st grade students and their families are welcome to attend!
Thursday, September 15th from 5:30 - 6:30pm is the Kindergarten grade Playdate on the Playground sponsored by our PTO. All Kindergarten grade students and their families are welcome to attend!
Please review this week's edition thoroughly. We look forward to welcoming students back on Monday.
Have a great, safe weekend everyone!
Principal's Video Message: https://cloud.swivl.com/v/dabf05af76f596ad57e36ac6a2103194
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Important Dates and Upcoming Events
September
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- September 15th-October 15th...........................................Hispanic Heritage Month
- September 11-17..............................................................National Arts in Education Week
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- September 12...................................................................PTO Meeting, 6 PM
- September 13...................................................................
----4th Grade PTO Sponsored Playdate, 5:30-6:30
- September 14...................................................................1st Grade PTO Sponsored Playdate, 5:30-6:30
- ----Interims Issued
- September 15...................................................................Kindergarten PTO Sponsored Playdate, 5:30-6:30
- September 21...................................................................5th Grade PTO Sponsored Playdate, 5:30-6:30
- September 22...................................................................2nd Grade PTO Sponsored Playdate, 5:30-6:30
- September 26...................................................................Fall Picture Day (details below)
- September 27...................................................................Charleston Wraps Fundraising Campaign Begins
October
- September 15th-October 15th...........................................Hispanic Heritage Month
- October 5..........................................................................PTO Breakfast Cart for Faculty and Staff
- October 12........................................................................
-----Walk & Roll to School
- October 13.......................................................................Charleston Wraps Fundraiser Ends
- October 14.......................................................................No School for Students, Teacher Workday
- October 20.......................................................................Report Cards Issued
- October 24.......................................................................Early Release Day, Parent Teacher Conferences
STAR BENCHMARK ASSESSMENTS
Parents/Guardians,
Your child will take the Renaissance Star test this year. The first testing window opens Aug. 22 and closes Sept. 2. This means your child's teacher can administer the test anytime during this window so some students may have tested by the time you see this newsletter. Below is a link to help you better understand the test and how the results will be used.
https://www.renaissance.com/2016/09/09/parents-guide-star-assessments/
If you ever have any questions about Star or the results, you may contact your child's teacher or CRT, Kellie Romanstine, for more information at kellie.romanstine@richlandone.org.
-----Parent News and Reminders-----

Important Carline Pick-up and Drop-off Reminders
In an effort to keep the carline safe for students and staff, it is requested that the following carline procedures be followed during the morning and afternoon carline.
- Please pull as far forward to the end of the carline (towards Rosewood Dr.) before stopping your vehicle to allow your student to enter/exit through the gate; do not stop at the main entrance to let students out of or into the car.
- Students are to get out on the passenger side of the carline only, not from the driver side, side facing the road.
- Parents should remain in the car and allow school staff to assist the students into or out of cars.
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Assignments for COVID Related Absences
For the 22-23 school year, students that are absent due to illness will receive any missed and/or make-up assignments upon return to school. They will have 5 days to return the completed work to their teacher. This is in accordance with AC Moore's typical absence policy. Devices and extended absence assignments will not be sent home this year. Virtual check-in sessions with students will also not occur. Those practices and procedures were in place as a result of Richland One's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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In Remembrance of 9/11

On September 11, 2001, 19 militants associated with the Islamic extremist group al Qaeda hijacked four airplanes and carried out suicide attacks against targets in the United States. Two of the planes were flown into the twin towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, a third plane hit the Pentagon just outside Washington, D.C., and the fourth plane crashed in a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Almost 3,000 people were killed during the 9/11 terrorist attacks, which triggered major U.S. initiatives to combat terrorism and defined the presidency of George W. Bush.
The A.C. Moore Bobcat Family joins with many others across the nation to pay tribute to the contributions of so many who have dedicated their lives to serving and to defending our freedom. This year marks the twenty first year of remembrance of the 9/11 attacks. It is our hope that you will take the time to honor the lives that were lost on on September 11, 2001 and take a moment this weekend to recognize the courageous acts of the first responders and personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice 21 years ago.
There are many ways to honor 9/11 around your community and across the nation, including:
- Moments of Silence
- Stair Climbs
- 9/11 Heroes Run
- Volunteer Projects
To learn more about how to participate in the 9/11 commemorations above go here.
#neverforget
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--A Special Welcome to our Newest Bobcat Family Members!--

During the month of September we would like to introduce you to our newest Bobcat Family Members! We are excited to have them as a part of our A.C Moore community and thankful for the contributions and positive influence they will have on our school students and school.
Jordan Adams
Ms. Adams is so excited to be joining the Bobcat family! This is her third year teaching. She spent her first 2 years teaching 6th grade ELA in Saluda. She is excited to begin working with students at the elementary level, where her goal is to instill a love of reading and writing to her students! In her free time she love crafting, baking, reading, playing the ukulele and spending time with her 8 pets!
Harry Montgomery, Reflection Room Supervisor
Harry "Monte" Montgomery previously served as a Behavior Interventionist at Horrell Hill and Hyatt Park Elementary schools. A native of Hopkins, South Carolina, Monte obtained a B.A. degree in Business from Livingstone College in Salisbury, NC, and a M.A. In Entrepreneur Business from Colorado Technical University. He has always had a passion for working with children. When he’s not serving within the Reflection Room, you can catch him on the field coaching. He serves as an Assistant Coach at Lower Richland High School Varsity Football team. Monte is married to Raven Montgomery and has two sons, Montreal, and Miguel Montgomery.
Susie Morales, Administrative Assistant
Ms. Morales is originally from San Antonio, Texas. She is the mother of 2 sons and 2 fur babies. Her eldest son, Michael, lives in Arizona and is a pharmacist. Her youngest, Kai, currently works for the government and lives in Japan. Her fur babies, Luna a 6 year old Shihpoo and Minka, a 3 year old cat she rescued, are both divas within her household. They all make her happiest!
Ms. Morales military veteran, formerly serving the Air Force. While serving, she worked for NASA as a Nondestructive Inspection Specialist. Most recently, she worked in the business end of the medical field, managing family practices, rehabilitation geriatric specialties, and urgent cares. She likes to spend her personal time taking long walks, working out, and learning to cook healthier versions of the foods she loves. Ms. Morales also enjoys watching the Food Network and practicing yoga. She is a licensed yoga teacher and has practiced yoga for 20 years. She is looking forward to this next chapter, where she hopes to learn, grow and enjoy her days for as long as time permits.
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A Special Bobcat Thank You to...
Dreher High School Student-Athletes!

A special thank you to the A.C. Moore PTO for sponsoring a monthly breakfast cart for Bobcat Faculty and Staff. If you would like to assist with the Breakfast Cart and/or provide a breakfast cart item, please click the banner above.
----Parent and Family Engagement----
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