Blair Oaks Elementary
~ April 18, 2019 ~
No School Friday, April 19
No School Monday, April 22
MAP/Stanford Testing Schedule
Stanford Testing (2nd Grade): Monday, April 29 - Friday, May 3 (mornings)
MAP Testing (3rd and 4th Grade): Monday, April 29 - Friday, May 3 (mornings and early afternoon)
School Plans for the week of April 29- May 3:
- The school will be providing a pancake and sausage breakfast to all 3rd and 4th grade students Monday morning to kick off MAP testing week.
- Each morning the students will go on a "power walk" to help stimulate their brains.
- Snacks will be provided each day for all 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade students who are testing.
- After a hard week of testing, students will enjoy some time to relax. Our annual "Crash Day" will take place for students to celebrate their hard work.
Things you can do to support your child during this testing week:
- Ensure your child gets plenty of rest by setting an appropriate bedtime.
- Ensure your child has a full belly by eating a healthy breakfast.
- Ensure your child has a positive, confident attitude by encouraging them to do their best.
Library Check Out
Recognizing A Heart Hero!
The American Heart Association presented a School Recognition Banner and Certificate to Coach Albers for leading Kids Heart Challenge this year at Blair Oaks Elementary.
Coach Albers was also recognized this year for his 17 years as a great volunteer! Thank you, Coach Albers and all of Blair Oaks Elementary! You are a fantastic Heart Hero – you make a difference!
1st Grade Field Trip
Kindergarten Field Trip
Mid Term Grades Go Home Today
MOD PIZZA FUNDRAISER FOR BAND BOOSTERS
When: Monday, April 29th
Where: MOD Pizza, 1709 Missouri Blvd, Jeff City
Time: 10:30am - 9:00pm
Present this flyer at time of purchase and MOD will donate 20% of your bill to support Blair Oaks Bands.
Home & School
Family Night
$6 per person for unlimited golf
$2.75 for hotdog, chips, and soda
Turkey Creek Golf Center
1616 Oil Well Rd, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Save the Date!
Field Day - May 8th
Our students look forward to Field Day each year! Hard to believe it's that time again!! We would like to ask our parent volunteers to help make this event a success. Please take a look at the sign up and see if there is a time slot that would work for you to come out on a beautiful day and help our kids enjoy Field Day! As always Blair Oaks Elementary thanks you for your support!
Teacher Appreciation Week
2019 SUMMER SCHOOL SIGN-UPS
*Please note: There are two different enrollment forms. Please choose the form for the grade your child will be ENTERING in the 2019-2020 school year.
Who: Students entering grades K-4 and grades 5-8 in the 2019-2020 school year
*Students entering grades 5-8 will choose their class preference on the provided form.
When: Mondays-Thursdays (No Fridays)
Duration: Session 1 (May 29 - June 12) and Session 2 (June 13 - June 27)
Time: 7:45am-3:00pm
Cost: Free enrollment. Only the cost of breakfast and lunch will be due.
2019 SPORTS CAMPS
Blair Oaks welcomes students of all ability levels in our camps. Everyone will be grouped by age/grade and skill in respective sports. We offer a balanced program of fundamentals instruction, sport strategy and game competition. To enroll, follow steps below.
- Print sports camp selection form
Check out our detailed list of activities and find the camp that is right for your child. Enrollment is based on grade your child will enter in the fall of 2019. - Enroll for camps via the Google registration form
Fully complete the Google registration form. The form is designed to enroll one student; families with multiple children must complete a Google form for each child. To help coaches finalize t-shirt orders, please register ASAP. - Mail, deliver, or send to school the selection form with payment
We prefer you submit payment at the time of application; all accounts are due on the first day of camp. One sports camp selection form with payment may be submitted for all members of a family.
For reference, summer sports camp information has been posted on the BHS web page.
https://bhs-bosd-mo.schoolloop.com/sports_camps
QUARTERLY SERVICE PROJECT ~ JEFF CITY ANIMAL SHELTER
You can support the Jefferson City Animal Shelter by donating the following items:
Fancy Feast
soft dog treats
cardboard flats (used as litter pans)
thank you cards
stamps
dryer sheets
windex
bleach
laundry detergent
dog collars
towels
office supplies
Kuranda beds
large dog toys
cat toys
cat litter (Tidy cat clay litter, non-clumping only)
Children are the future, and Blair Oaks Elementary is dedicated to the success of all children. We will:
PARTNER
with staff, students, parents, and community;
EDUCATE
all students to become self-sufficient, life-long learners;
EMPOWER
all students to be competent, productive, responsible, and caring citizens in an ever changing world; and
PROVIDE
a safe and nurturing educational environment with high academic standards.
Upcoming Events
April:
19: No School
22: No School
23: Library Night, 6:00 p.m.
25: Home & School Family Night - Turkey Creek Golf, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
April 29 - May 3: MAP/Stanford Testing
April 30: Library Night, 6:00 p.m.
MAY:
6 - 10: Teacher Appreciation Week
6: 3rd Grade Field Trip
7: 4th Grade Field Trip
8: Field Day
15: Talent Show
16: Awards Assembly
17: 4th Grade Farewell
17: Last Day of School