Bonny Slope Elementary

FEBRUARY

2/1 Bobcat Academy after school

2/2 OHSU COVID testing drop off - by 9 AM

2/3 NO SCHOOL - Grading Day - Report Cards Online by Feb 10th

2/9 OHSU COVID testing drop off - by 9 AM

2/10 2nd grade to Oregon Children's Theatre

2/11 Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser 7:30-10:30 am (Cafeteria)

2/11-2/17 Kindness Week

2/14 Valentine's Day Parties in Classrooms (1 hr)

2/15 Immunization Exclusion Day

2/16 OHSU COVID testing drop off - by 9 AM

2/16 Spring Pictures

2/17 February Birthday Lunch

2/20 NO SCHOOL - President's Day

2/21 International Mother Language Day

2/21 NO SCHOOL - Staff Development/Work Day

You can also view up to date calendar information in Parent Square.

This month our Kindness In the Classroom concept is inclusiveness. Inclusiveness is including others, inviting them in, and welcoming them with open arms. Ultimately, we hope to connect the concepts in this unit back to respect and caring, which were the first two units in our Kindness In the Classroom curriculum.

Here’s a peek into what each grade level is doing in this unit. In kindergarten the focus is on exploring inclusiveness through the lens of kindness by treating others fairly and including them. This unit also incorporates the idea of being special, unique, and one of a kind and why we can be proud of our differences. In first grade they are learning about what makes each of us special in our own unique way, using kindness to include others every day, and practicing cooperation as a method of including others. In second grade they have been discussing what makes two things the same and what makes them different. Their work has also been on understanding the difference between include and exclude, exploring how fairness contributes to inclusiveness and evaluating the connection between kindness and inclusiveness. Our third graders have been highlighting similarities among classmates regardless of preconceived notions of differences. In addition their conversations and work have been about exploring the difference between fair and equal. In fourth grade students are learning what it means to be inclusive of others but also what it means to work to include themselves, especially in situations where it feels like they are being left out. This unit also covers the concepts of friendship, teamwork, and fairness, and gives students another opportunity to exercise their empathy skills in determining how to make situations fair and equal for everyone. Finally, our fifth graders have been evaluating different situations for how fair and equitable they are, two concepts that are important to understand and look for in everyday life. Having a fair and equitable world will be the work of all of us. Learning more about the concept of inclusiveness has been relevant and important for us all. ♥️

From classroom speeches to the Oregon Capitol building, three Washington County elementary schoolers are looking to make a big impact across the state as members of the Oregon Kid Governor's cabinet, including a Bonny Slope 5th grader!

You can see the full article here:

Beaverton Valley Times: Oregon Kid Governor's Cabinet

There have been some reports of unsafe driving near our crosswalk on McDaniel during drop off in the morning. We know there can be a lot of congestion during that time, but ask that families remain patient and proceed with caution as we have staff and students in the crosswalk that we need to keep safe.

Please stay on the road, and avoid using the shoulder to go around cars that are waiting to turn left into the parking lot. It poses a serious risk to our staff and students that are in the crosswalk, but not visible because the car waiting to turn is blocking the view.

Also, when waiting for car line pick up, please do not park or wait in no parking areas, as this is dangerous for our neighbors. Thank you!

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The theme this year is "Come Curious: Building Racial Literacy Together". During this year's event, we will once again center on student voice and their experience in school and the community.

The program for the evening is as follows:

• 4:30-4:45--Soft Opening with Table Conversation Starters and Community Resource Fair
• 4:45-4:50--Welcome
• 4:50-5:25--Student Panel
• 5:30-6:15--Break Out Session
• 6:20-6:30--Whole Group Closing

If you are interested in leading a breakout session

Join us as we celebrate the big yellow school bus February 13-17th. During Love the Bus week we invite parents, students, and staff to take a moment to thank the 270 bus drivers that safely transport 28,000 students to our Beaverton schools daily.

Elementary students are invited to create a card and show appreciation for their bus driver during the week. On Wednesday, 2/15, all elementary students who ride their school bus will also receive a prize! For more information and to download a card template visit www.beaverton.k12.or.us/safe-routes

#lovethebus #BSDtogether #BSDsaferoutes

Acompáñenos para celebrar el gran autobús escolar amarillo del 13 al 17 de febrero. Durante la semana Love the Bus, invitamos a los padres, estudiantes y personal a tomarse un momento para agradecer a los 270 conductores de autobuses que transportan de manera segura a 28,000 estudiantes a nuestras escuelas de Beaverton todos los días.

Los estudiantes de primaria están invitados a hacer una tarjeta y mostrar aprecio por su conductor de autobús durante la semana. ¡El miércoles 15 de febrero, todos los estudiantes de primaria que viajen en su autobús escolar también recibirán un premio! Para obtener más información y descargar un modelo de una tarjeta, visite www.beaverton.k12.or.us/safe-routes

#lovethebus #BSDtogether #BSDsaferoutes

Spring Picture Day information, online ordering and Dorian Customer service available at

mydorian.com. Search for Bonny Slope Elementary and click on the green order button. All orders for pictures must be placed before 9:00 am on Thursday, February 16th. Only students with an order will be photographed.

Have you gotten your Pancake Breakfast tickets yet?? The 5th grade class will be hosting a fluffy-buttery-syrup-soaked pancake breakfast for the school and community to help fund Outdoor Science School adventures.

Join us on Saturday, February 11th from 7:30-10:30 a.m. in the school cafeteria. You can purchase event and raffle tickets from your favorite 5th grader or scan the QR code below. You'll can also "Sponsor a staff member breakfast" to reward our amazing staff members with the sweetness they bring to our kids each day.

If you would like to donate, provide sponsorship to the event, or contribute to our raffle please reach out to Erin O'Roak at pancakes@bonnyslopebsco.org.

5TH GRADE TICKET CHALLENGE

We have had a great start to sales for the breakfast. Here are the current standings by class. Right now Vaughn is in the lead with $260 in sales, Traller follows closely behind with $160 and Basham/Klingner tied at $120 each.

Whose teacher will look the silliest after all sales have come through?!

2023 Auction & Gala Tickets on Sale SOON!

Pumped for Prom? Mark your calendars! Tickets for the 2023 Auction & Gala will be on sale online Friday, February 10th. Invitations and details will be sent home in Friday folders that same day.

The Auction committee has been hard at work procuring really amazing items you will see at the Auction. Looking for a year full of monthly dates nights? DONE! How about a getaway to Black Butte in a luxurious home? CHECK! This and so much more could be yours all in support of BSE. Stay tuned each week for previews of additional items that will be available.

If you have ideas or items you’d like to see at the auction or are able to contribute, we’d love to hear from you!

Questions? Check out the FAQ or reach out to the Auction Committee @ auction@bonnyslopebsco.org.

Later this winter and in the spring, we will begin administering Oregon's statewide assessments. These tests include:

• English language proficiency tests (ELPA) for students receiving ELD services

• English Language Arts and Mathematics summative tests for students in grades 3-5

• Science summative tests for students in grade 5

These tests provide a snapshot of your student’s progress, help the school as well as the district identify groups of students that may need additional supports, and provide information to the state which is used to make funding decisions.

If you do NOT want your student to take the English Language Arts or Math assessment tests, please complete the opt-out form at the bottom of this page. For Science or English language proficiency tests, a separate form requesting exemption based on either religion or disability is also located at the bottom of this page. These forms should be turned into your student’s school before testing begins and are only valid for the 2022-23 school year. If you have any questions about state testing, please contact our assistant principal, Betty Skundrick.

11775 NW McDaniel Rd.

Portland, OR 97229

BSLP-Attendance@beaverton.k12.or.us