BSE Bear Bulletin
May 1, 2015
Kids Night Out Movie Showing After School Today
Big Hero 6 won the vote for the Kids Night Out movie being shown today, May 1, after school! The movie is sponsored by Destination Imagination.
The event is now at capacity, so no new reservations or walk-ins can be accepted. Students who have already submitted a form and paid will stay after school for the movie; pick-up will be at 6:00 p.m. in the cafeteria at Exit 11. There will be popcorn and water for each student, and they can purchase additional snacks for $.50.
BSE 3rd-Graders Hold Fishers Hunger Event Tonight
Brooks School 3rd-graders are collaborating with the Fisher’s community to end hunger in Fishers. Throughout the year, they have been studying character traits that define a leader along with the action steps leaders take. They have read books and many articles in Time For Kids that show the ripple effect of one child’s voice and leadership in creating a community impact.
Third- graders have written letters to local leaders inviting them to share their leadership attributes and what it takes to be a leader. Mayor Fadness; Nancy Chance from Good Samaritan; Linda Williams from the FUMC food pantry; Shon Bolden, Pacer’s basketball trainer; Eric Neal from iTown; and our very own Dr. Kaminski shared their leadership traits and how they add value to their community.
Please support our 3rd-graders as they plan and implement a kick-off event tonight, May 1, from 5-7 p.m. Bring a food or monetary donation, and enjoy crafts, games, and an ice cream bar!! This is a fun family event that the students are excited about. More importantly, they are applying leadership skills they learned this year and using them to impact their local community.
The video invitation is below.
Please click on “View invitation” below and RSVP
BSE Supply Kit Information Sent Out
BSE supply kit information for next Fall is now available! Order forms were sent home with BSE students this week and to other elementary schools who have current students being redistricted to BSE, as well.
If you do not have a form, you may go online to www.shopttkits.com to order a BSE kit. Use code 755301.
All BSE supply kits may only be ordered online, and must be ordered by Friday, May 29.
Order Your HRE Fall School Supply Kits Now
If your student has been redistricted to Hoosier Road Elementary, please be aware that HRE is offering parents the option of ordering school supply kits which are tailored specifically for HRE students by grade level. Flyers were sent home which detail all the information you will need to place your order, including kit prices, extra school-related items for sale, payment methods and of course a list of all the required supplies in each kit.
Kits will be delivered to HRE and available for pick-up at the HRE Ice Cream Social on August 10. Parents who wish to purchase their own supplies should feel free to do so; kits are available to purchase for your convenience, and is not a requirement.
Every student who will be entering Hoosier Road in the fall received an order form. Please be sure to follow the directions for each child because each grade level has a different supply kit. Parents may elect to use the paper order form or order on-line with the deadlines being today, May 1, for paper orders and Friday, May 8, for on-line orders. These are firm deadlines. Paper order forms may be returned to Brooks School Elementary with your student by May 1.
If ordering on-line, please visit the School Kidz website at www.shopttkits.com and enter the code number 30446. Different kits will show up for each grade level; be sure to order the grade level your student will be ENTERING in the Fall.
Questions? Please call the HRE Treasurer, Jennifer Eichenauer at 915-4240.
Return Library Materials by May 22
Friday, May 8, will be the last day for students to checkout materials from our library.
Students need to return all library materials by Memorial Day weekend.
We do not charge overdue fines, but we do charge for lost or damaged items.
Please contact me with any concerns about library records.
Kristin Patrick
School Librarian
Sign up to Help on BSE Field Day!
BSE Field Day is just around the corner! Join us on Thursday, May 21 (Rain Date - May 22) by signing up to volunteer for your favorite station. Third- and fourth-grade students will participate in the morning, while first- and second-grade students will be in the afternoon.
You must be a registered volunteer with the required background check on file and have viewed the Anti-Bullying webinar. We also ask that, for safety reasons, no siblings attend. First grade will wear green shirts, second grade will be in white, third grade will wear red, and fourth grade will wear their blue field-trip shirts. Don't forget the sunscreen!
Contact Julie Hammond (hammondjj@earthlink.net) or Cassie Krack (cassie.krack@libertymutual.com) with questions. Thank you!
We're using VolunteerSpot to organize our upcoming sign-ups. Here's how it works, in three easy steps:
1) Click this link to see our Sign-Up on VolunteerSpot: http://vols.pt/5WBjdB .
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It's easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on VolunteerSpot.
Note: VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your e-mail address, please contact me, and I can sign you up manually.
Thank an Educator!
It’s hard to believe the end of school is right around the corner! May is such a busy month at HSE schools, but it is also the perfect time to recognize a special teacher or staff member that has made a difference for your child.
If you are interested in nominating a teacher, counselor, nurse, bus driver, or other staff member for the district wide “Thank an Educator” Honor Roll, please visit www.hsefoundation.org/donate/thank-educator.
The form below is also added as a Skylert attachment for this newsletter.
ISTEP Testing Affects Schedules Through May 15
ISTEP testing is in progress again! Because of the unpredictable and changed schedules throughout this period, we will not be able to accommodate lunch guests at BSE through May 15.
Also because of the testing, no parents will be able to volunteer in the third-grade or fourth-grade classrooms during this time.
Thank you for your participation throughout the year, and understanding as we complete this very important testing and wind down for the year!
Rotation Schedule for Upcoming Week
Here is the Rotation Schedule for the week of May 4-8 at BSE:
Monday, 5/4 - Day 2
Tuesday, 5/5 - Day 3
Wednesday, 5/6 - Day 1
Thursday, 5/7 - Day 2
Friday, 5/8 - Day 3
PTO Survey Feedback Requested
As we begin to wrap up this school year and plan for next, the PTO would like feedback to improve how we support parents, teachers, staff and students at Brooks School. The following survey will take less than 10 minutes to complete and help us focus on the activities and fundraisers you like best:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/bsepto
Everyone who completes the survey will be entered into a drawing for their choice of a $25 gift card for Speedway, Qdoba, Kroger or AMC theaters.
Be sure to add the following PTO events to your calendar as well:
- General PTO meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19 - We will vote on the PTO executive board for next year, and teachers and/or students will be talking about Genius Hour projects.
- Party in the Park 4:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26 - We will convene at Brooks School Park to celebrate the end of another school year. There will be a dedication of the Free Little Library at 6 p.m.
Support HSE Destination Imagination with Dine and Donate
Destination Imagination (DI) is a school organization that focuses on creativity, team work and problem solving. Students compete on a regional, state and global level throughout the school year. HSE has 10 teams advancing to global competition at the end of May – including six BSE students!
Mention Destination Imagination when you order/pickup food at Hot Box Pizza through May 15 to help support the kids!
Kids Night Out at SPARTA in May
Physical Activity Has Multiple Positive Effects!
Click on the link below to read about how physical activity not only helps children develop good habits, feel better, be healthier and grow into adults who make exercise a priority, but also has a significant effect on academic achievement!
New Family Orientation Night at Elementaries in May
As HSE School District is preparing for the redistricting transition, we are excited to announce a New Family Orientation Night on Monday, May 18!
If your child will be attending Fall Creek Elementary, Harrison Parkway Elementary, Hoosier Road Elementary, New Britton Elementary, Sand Creek Elementary or Thorpe Creek Elementary next year, please join their staff and community at those schools from 5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. on May 18. Similarly, if your child will be new to Brooks School Elementary next year, please join the BSE staff and community at BSE from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., as well.
At this time, you will be able to meet staff, tour the building and learn more about your new school, PTO and community. Your new school is very excited to see you!
Kindergarten Enrollment Packets Available at BSE
Enrollment packets for students entering kindergarten at BSE in the Fall of 2015 are available at BSE from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
You must bring the following documents to enroll your child:
1) Child’s Birth Certificate (must be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2015)
2) Child’s Current Immunization Records
3) Copy of Lease or Mortgage
4) Copy of Current Utility Bill
5) Valid Indiana Driver’s License with Current Address or W-2 with Current Address
Volunteering in the Future for Lunch or at School?
We are so appreciative of all of our volunteers who assist teachers and staff at BSE! Most volunteers and lunch guests are aware of the procedures that need to be followed before volunteering or visiting BSE, but this is just a quick reminder that everyone must have a current background check on file and have viewed the Anti-Bullying webinar before volunteering or visiting BSE as a lunch guest. Background checks are considered current for three years, and the Anti-Bullying webinar must be viewed each school year.
Here is how you fulfill the requirements...
VOLUNTEER PROCEDURES
BACKGROUND CHECKS MUST BE DONE ON A COMPUTER ONLY.
(A COMPUTER, PHONE, OR IPAD MAY BE USED FOR THE ANTI-BULLYING TRAINING.)
1. Go to Hamilton Southeastern Schools website: www.hse.k12.in.us .
2. Click on “Parent Resources.”
3. On the left of the page, click on “PTO and Volunteering.”
4. Read and follow the instructions for submitting a volunteer background check. Click on the link and submit your background check. (An online credit card charge of approximately $13 is required for processing; expect processing to take up to six business days.)
5. Return to the original parent resources page that explained the background checks for volunteers.
6. Scroll to the bottom of the page to “HSE Anti-Bullying Training Webinar.”
7. Read the instructions, and note the link for the assessment required after viewing the video.
8. Watch the video (approximately 25 minutes in length).
9. Return to the assessment link and sign off that you have viewed the anti-bullying video.
LUNCH GUEST PROCEDURES
We love having lunch guests come and visit BSE! After completing the above requirements, please call the BSE Front Office between 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. on the day you would like to be a lunch guest to reserve a spot! There is a limit on the number of guests that can be accommodated daily, so please call during these times to reserve a spot, even if you are volunteering that morning and just want to stay for lunch!
Thank you!
FCI Orientation Review Available
Fall Creek Intermediate’s 5th-Grade Orientation was a huge success on April 20. For those who were unable to attend or those would like to review the presentation again, please access the following link:
http://prezi.com/ykfi5fyzulc-/?utm_campaign=share&utm_medium=copy
HSE Summer Sports Camps Brochure Available
The Hamilton Southeastern Schools Summer Sports Camps brochure is on the HSE website! More camps may be added in the future, so stay tuned.
Please click on the link below to access the brochure:
http://www.hse.k12.in.us/resources/pdf/adm/hot_topics/hse_schools_summer_sports_camps_2015.pdf
FFA Holding Plant Sale
The Hamilton Southeastern FFA is once again offering a great variety of bedding plants, hanging baskets and combination patio pots (at reasonable prices) for Mother’s Day, and your spring gardening and outdoor decorating needs. Tomato plants and a few other vegetable plant varieties and herbs are available for purchase, as well.
As in the past, the plant sale is being held on the east side of HSE High School Greenhouse, east of Olio Road on 126th Street. The sale will continue through May 9, from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Saturdays and 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Sundays.
Stop by and check out our great selection, and thank you for supporting the HSE FFA program! Go to our website for more information on flowers.
Garage Sale Benefits High School Students
Shop at the Fishers Tri Kappa’s garage sale on Saturday, May 2, from 8 a.m. to noon! It will be held at Fishers Junior High School, 13257 Cumberland Road (just north of the intersection of Cumberland and 131st Street).
The sale will feature items such as gently-used adult and children’s clothing, toys, DVDs, CDs, books, furniture, small appliances, sports equipment, home décor and much more!
All proceeds will go towards Hamilton Southeastern and Fishers student scholarships.
Charity Golf Classic Benefits HSE Schools
The Hamilton Southeastern Schools Foundation is hosting the 14th Annual Charity Golf Classic on Monday, June 1, at River Glen Country Club. Proceeds will benefit HSE schools!
For more information, see the flyer below. Registration is available at www.hsefoundation.org or by contacting HSEFoundation@hse.k12.in.us.
For more information, please contact Freedom Kolb, Executive Director, Hamilton Southeastern Schools Foundation, at (317) 594-4100 or www.hsefoundation.org or check online at http://hsefoundation.org/events/golf-outing.
Fishers Police Conducting Citizen Feedback Survey
As part of our ongoing accreditation process through the Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies, the Fishers Police Department is again conducting a citizen’s feedback survey. The survey addresses specific questions regarding previous citizen contacts with our police department as well as perceptions of safety in our neighborhoods and business areas.
It is the goal of the Fishers Police Department to achieve and maintain the highest level of quality service for our residents and visitors. Input from the citizens of Fishers is essential in the Fishers Police Department’s continued effort to promote effective police services and protection to all members of the community.
Please complete the survey on line at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2015FPD
S.P.O.R.T.S. Information
Fall 2015 Open Registration for football, cheerleading, soccer, girls volleyball, Fall baseball, cross country, and boys and girls winter basketball will begin on May 1, and continue through May 31 (basketball registration remains open through August 31). Registration forms will be available on the S.P.O.R.T.S. website, at the S.P.OR.T.S. office, at all HSE schools and the Fishers Library. Parents may also register online and can pay online with a credit card or can print the registration form and submit it to the S.P.O.R.T.S. office with cash or check payment. Credit cards are not accepted in the office.
S.P.O.R.T.S. Youth Volleyball is open to girls in Grades 4-8 for the 2015-2016 school year. Registration begins May 1 through S.P.OR.T.S. Enrollment numbers are limited, so register early!
S.P.O.R.T.S. Youth Volleyball Competitive League Evaluations - for girls entering 5th and 6th grades in the Fall of 2015, and interested in playing in the competitive league in the Fall, will take place on Tuesday, May 19, and Wednesday, May 20. Girls must be registered for volleyball through S.P.O.R.T.S. to try out. Registration begins May 1. Click here for more information.
S.P.O.R.T.S. Youth Volleyball is seeking board and committee members. There are a variety of open positions with varying time commitments. The season is 10 weeks, mid-August to mid-October, and ends before Fall break. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Janet Berg at f.j.berg@sbcglobal.net.
Fishers-HSE Youth Cheerleading registration opens May 1 through S.P.O.R.T.S., www.hsesports.org. Cheer is open to girls in Grades K-6 for the 2015-2016 school year who live in the HSE school district. To fully register, participants must register through S.P.O.R.T.S., visit the cheer website and complete the three additional forms, and attend one of two uniform fittings at Billericay Community Room either May 14, 6:00-8:00 p.m. or June 8, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Girls who are registered through S.P.O.R.T.S., have completed the three additional cheer and attend the first fitting on May 14, will receive a free gift. Join the Fishers-HSE Youth Cheer Facebook page, https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=757658427586403!
Fishers-HSE Knights Cheerleading will hold a mandatory clinic on Friday, May 15, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Indiana Elite for 4th- 6th-grade girls wanting to try out for Knights Cheerleading. Tryouts are held the next day, on Saturday, May 16, at 9:30 a.m. at Indiana Elite. Please visit Knight Cheerleading on the Cheer website for more information.
Storm Troopers Invade Fishers Library
Grab your blasters! Ready your lightsabers! The Star Wars Day Festival is returning to the Fishers Library! You don’t want to miss the intergalactic fun and activities planned for Saturday, May 2, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
This free, family-friendly event will feature Daniel Wallace and Adam Bray, New York Times bestselling authors of Ultimate Star Wars. The festivities will include an outta sight laser light show with Professor Steve, lightsaber training with Indy Lightsaber Academy, and appearances by our favorite Star Wars characters from the 501st Legion. Throughout the day, children can participate in a Jedi Training Camp, photo opportunities, games and activities with chances to win prizes, and the opportunity to see the work of Sillof, a custom Star Wars toy designer.
Whether you are interacting with real robots or making your own Yoda ears, this event has something for Jedi Masters and Padawans alike. For more information, visit www.hepl.lib.in.us.
Programs Offered by the Fishers Public Library
These programs are being offered by the Fishers library in May!
Star Wars Day
Saturday, May 2, 10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (All ages)
A short time in the future, in a galaxy very, very close there will be a celebration of all things Star Wars! The Fishers Library Star Wars Day festival returns with even more intergalactic fun. We have activities and exhibits scheduled throughout the day at this fun, free family event that you don't want to miss.
Makers Meet-up
Mondays (May 4 and 11), 4:30-6:30 p.m. (Ages 7-12)
Explore interests, learn to use a variety of tools and materials. Connect, invent and create! Full STEAM ahead!
Tuesday Story Times
Tuesdays (May 5, 12, and 19)
This is a drop-in story time for all ages and their families. The program room will be open from 7:00-8:00 p.m. Make a craft and play with the early literacy toys. Library staff will be on hand to share a story or two.
An Evening at the Ballet
Wednesday, May 6, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Join us for an evening of ballet at the Fishers Library! Indiana Ballet Conservatory members will present selections from their Spring show, La Fille mal Gardee.
Waggin’ Tales
Thursday, May 7, 6:00 p.m. (All ages)
Practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog. For beginning or hesitant readers or those who love to read aloud. Call 579-0304 to sign up for 15 minutes of reading time.
Fishers Paws and Read
Saturday, May 9, Noon (All ages)
Would you like to read to a dog or just pet a dog and get doggie kisses? Volunteers with Love on a Leash will be at the Fishers Library with their registered therapy dogs. Reading to dogs helps kids build self-esteem and confidence! No registration is required.
Saturday Story Times
Saturdays (May 9, 16, and 30), 10:00 a.m.- Noon
This is a drop-in story time for all ages and their families. We will read stories at 10:00 a.m., followed by a craft and play time until noon.
*For more details and library programs, please visit our website at www.hepl.lib.in.us.
Lemonade Day Teaches Kids How to Run a Business
Please see the flyer below for information on Lemonade Day on Saturday, May 16.
If you would like to sign up your child for this event, please return this form to Launch Fishers, not BSE. They are located at 7 Launch Way in Fishers, behind the Fishers library. Their phone number is 537-7939.
The form below also is being sent as a Skylert attachment for this newsletter.
Fishers DPW Hosts Touch-a-Truck
Don’t miss your chance to explore the Fishers DPW fleet on Monday, May 18!
Stop by, climb in, and rev those engines! Fishers Department of Public Works (DPW) has announced Touch-a-Truck will return to the Nickel Plate District on Monday, May 18, from 3:30 p.m. until 6 p.m. Fishers was the first community in Indiana with an accredited DPW, and remains committed to keeping our community vibrant, year-round. Touch-a-Truck offers children the chance to learn more about the equipment while parents learn more about the department that is often referred to as the "Best in the Biz."
“Seldom do our crew members get to interact with residents, and Touch-a-Truck offers unique opportunities for them to connect with residents of all ages,” stated Eric Pethtel, DPW Director. “Our team takes great pride in what we do, and Touch-a-Truck allows us opportunities to share that work with our community.”
Touch-a-Truck is free to attend and residents are encouraged to stop by anytime during the event! Complimentary popcorn and water will be available at the concession stand while supplies last, and children will be able to pick up a goodie bag while supplies last.
Learn more about Touch-a-Truck by connecting with the City of Fishers on Facebook and Twitter .
Summer Keyboarding Camp Offered
This summer, an Introduction to Keyboarding is being offered in Fishers to incoming 4th- and 5th-graders for the 2015-16 school year. This week-long, half-day camp will help beginning students discover the technique and typing skills necessary to make them successful both in school and life.
Campers will spend each day typing on desktop computers, engaging in fun activities, and learning why the touch-type method is important. Campers will receive a drink and snack each day. All campers will leave camp on Friday with a keyboard blinder and handouts that will help them continue on their journey of becoming a proficient typer.
For more information, please visit WWW.KEYBOARDINGCAMP.COM .