Baker Buzz February 24, 2020
All Things Baker!
Principal's Message!
Another great week, busy and exciting! Career Day was a huge success, thank you to all of our presenters, Mrs. Harrell, and our Baker ambassadors! Our kiddos were beyond excited to hear about all of the amazing career opportunities out there. We are thankful for the time and energy the presenters put into sharing with our kiddos!
We only have two more weeks left in this nine weeks, and I know we are going to finish strongly! I have been so impressed by the growth and progress our kiddos are showing! It certainly has me excited for the rest of the year! These hard-working kiddos never give up and are amazing to watch and learn from.
I am so proud of our students and our staff as they continue to inspire me each and every day! As always, please reach out with any comments, questions, or concerns. Thank you all for your support and sharing your little people with us! Please remember, at Baker Elementary we believe In a World Where You Can Be Anything . . . Be Kind!
Sincerely,
Danielle Wallace
Career Day Was a Success!
BAKER FAMILY 50s HOP!
The week of the Baker Hop is finally here! We hope to see you all Friday, February 28th, from 6:30-8:30 pm. Please see the sensory friendly option, diner donation, and volunteer opportunity links below.
The dance will be fun for your whole family! Please remember that this is not a drop off event; students must be accompanied by an adult.
- FREE ADMISSION
- FREE HOT DOG FOR EVERYONE
- DJ AND DANCING IN THE GYM
- FUN PHOTO BOOTHS
- SNACKS, DRINKS, AND CANDY IN THE DINER
- SOUVENIRS AND ACCESSORIES AT THE HOP SHOP
SNACK BAR DONATIONS: Please see the following sign up if you are able to donate items to be sold in the Diner. Snack Bar sales help offset the cost of the dance: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0549A9AD23A3FF2-snack
DANCE VOLUNTEERS: Please see the following sign up for various volunteer opportunities on the day of the dance! We could not do it without all of our wonderful volunteers! If you have older students needing service hours, this would be a great chance for them to help. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0549a9ad23a3ff2-baker1
SENSORY FRIENDLY OPPORTUNITY: If you have a student who would benefit from a sensory friendly introduction to the dance, you have the opportunity to register for an early entrance ticket. Please complete the following link by 11:59 pm on Monday, February 24th: https://forms.gle/jzMajmFVkxLV9ucD8
We hope to see YOU at the HOP!
Book Fair Information!
Elephants, Tigers, and BOOKS...Oh My!
It is time for our Spring Book Fair! Please see the information below. If you have any questions you can contact Mrs. Calhoun (recalhou@prosper-isd.net).
When: Friday, February 28th Friday, March 6th (fair will close at noon)
*The fair is open daily from 7:15-3:30
*The fair will be open during Open House on Thursday March 5th
If you would like to sign up to help with the fair you can sign up using THIS link. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
2020-21 and 2021-22 Academic Calendars Approved
The 2020-21 calendar includes a start date of August 12, 2020, and end date of May 21, 2021.
The 2021-22 calendar includes a start date of August 11, 2021, and end date of May 25, 2022.
Telebehavioral Health Information!
Prosper ISD has partnered with Children’s HealthSM to provide convenient access to behavioral health care. Many students struggle with stress and emotional situations. If you’ve noticed your child or teenager being impacted, they may feel more comfortable talking to a therapist or counselor virtually. With your permission, your child can video chat with a licensed behavioral health provider – right from school, right from a tablet. You can join the session from work or home, too. It’s a convenient option for expert behavioral health care.
TeleBehavioral services at Prosper ISD will be covered in full for the first 4 sessions. Additional sessions will be billed to your insurance. Services that cost money will only be provided with your written consent. Visit childrens.com/telebehavioral for more information or call 844-656-4926.
Please reach out to your child’s school counselor for more information.
20th Annual Talonettes Daddy Daughter Dance
We are so excited about celebrating our 20th Annual Talonettes Daddy Daughter Dance with the families of Prosper ISD.
The dances will be held on Saturday, March 28. Daddies can register at https://phstalonettes.membershiptoolkit.com/packet/123 .
PISD Middle Schools "Try the Instruments" Dates
February 29th - Band
We would like to invite all current 5th graders interested in becoming a part of the Hays, Reynolds, Rogers, and Rushing MS Orchestras and Bands to attend our upcoming Try the Instrument Days on Saturday, February 22nd (ORCHESTRA) and Saturday, February 29th (BAND).
5th GRADERS SIGN UP BELOW!
ORCHESTRA
www.prospermiddleschoolorchestras.com
If you have any questions or if you are unable to make that date, please contact a Hays, Reynolds or Rogers Orchestra Director.
BAND
www.prosperbandsignup.com
If you have any questions or if you are unable to make that date, please contact a Hays, Reynolds or Rogers Band Director.
The process takes around 45-60 minutes and gives the opportunity for students to try all of the orchestra or band instruments available with a qualified director. By the end of the session, your child will know what instrument best fits them and which instrument they will be most successful playing. No prior instrumental music experience is necessary to join orchestra or band. See you there!
Band & Orchestra Instrument Sign Up Drives!
Band Screening - February 29th
Hays, Reynolds, Rogers & Rushing Middle School Bands - SIGN UP HERE
Middle School Parent Information Night
Please join us on Monday, February 24th for Middle School Parent Information Night.
Times:
Current 5th Grade Students moving to 6th
6:00 - 6:45 PM
Current 6th Grade Students moving to 7th
Current 7th Grade Students moving to 8th
7:15 - 8:00 PM
Locations:
Hays MS Meeting - Hays Cafe
Reynolds MS Meeting - Reynolds Cafe
Rogers MS Meeting - Rogers Cafe
Rushing MS Meeting - PHS Auditorium
Music Program!
Science Fair Information!
If you are interested in participating in this year’s science fair,
Science Fair Registration is open~ Click here for more information
This site can also be found on our Baker School Website, and teacher weekly newsletters/websites
We need your help to get projects checked in and set up on Tuesday March 3rd. Please see this form for details and fill in where you are able.
Camp Invention!
Spring Break and Summer Camp Opportunities!
March 9-13
This camp is best suited for children going in 3rd grade and up. Camp days will run from 8am to 4pm. (bring your own lunch) Each day will have a different LEGO ROBOT and build challenges. Cost per camper is $295.00 for the full week. If you would like to just do a drop-in day the cost is $85.00 Please email drberliner@prosper-isd.net for this option. Each full week camper will get a box of LEGOs to take home at the end of the week.
For more information on the engineering camp including how to sign up please click here
The 20th Annual "Boots & Bling" Daddy Daughter Dance
The 20th Annual Daddy Daughter Dance will be held on March 28, 2020, in the PHS Arena. You can choose from the 4-6 PM dance or the 7-9 PM dance. Snacks and refreshments will be served. A DJ, raffle prizes, and photo booths will help to make this a special night for your daughter.
Date: March 28th
Time: 4-6 PM or 7-9 PM
Location: PHS Arena
Snack Cart!!
2nd Grade!
1st Grade Hard at Work!
Green Tickets!
Upcoming Dates!
February 17- Presidents Day, Bad Weather Make-up, No School
February 20- Gifted Minds Spring Symposium, 6-8 PM
February 21- Career Day
February 28- Baker's Best Assembly- K-2 8-9, 3-5 9-10
February 28- Baker Dance
March 9-13- Spring Break
John A. Baker Elementary School
Email: dlwallace@prosper-isd.net
Website: https://www.prosper-isd.net/baker
Location: 3125 Bluewood Drive, McKinney, TX, USA
Phone: 469-219-2120
Twitter: @BakerElem