Buffett Bulletin
February 27, 2019
Important Dates - H.S. Selection
Questions concerning the high school selection process for the 2019-2020 school year can be directed to the Student Placement Office at 531-299-0302.
Thursday, February 28, 2019 - UPDATE
High School Orientation at Buffett
8:00-8:45 AM
High school counselors will meet with students during their block 1-2 class.
Tuesday, March 5th - UPDATE
Tuesday, March 5, 2019
High School Registration at Buffett
7:45 AM-1:00 PM
Students will meet with high school counselors individually to register for classes.
Summer School Registration
The program consists of a 4-week session (20 instructional days) from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM daily from Monday June 3rd to Friday, June 28th. Click on the link below to register your child for summer school.
If you have any questions email Amye Aggen (Summer School Principal) at amye.aggen@ops.org.
Bobcat Camp
Calling Awesome Bobcat Parents!
Consider being a part of the districts most fun, active, and effective parent organization next year! As we plan for next year, we are looking for parents to fill the following PTO board positions.
President - organizes the fun and support; leads meetings.
Vice President - helps with memberships.
Secretary - keeps minutes at meetings.
Fundraising Chair - could be co-chairs!
If you enjoy the outstanding and exemplary support that PTO provides to your students and Buffett teachers, let CK know right away. We want you!
Next PTO meeting is Tuesday, March 26th at 3:15! Hope to see you then!
NEW! STEAM Club Opportunities
Coding-(Round 2):
This club was extended by popular demand! Coding can be done off and on the computer. Either way, students think critically to create the correct language for a set of instructions or tasks that a system understands.
Participants can attend all sessions but attendance at all four is not necessary. No coding experience is necessary.
This activity will take place on Feb. 26, March 5, March 19, and/or March 26
Check out Minecraft EDU
Digital Storytelling with Minecraft:
"Developed by the creative team at Pure Imaginations, Project S (storytelling) is a tool for inspiring creative writing in a media many of your pupils will be familiar with."
This activity will take place on March 26 and March 28, April 2 and April 4. Follow the link for a lengthier description:
https://education.minecraft.net/worlds/project-storytelling/
MTSS-B Shout Outs!
Teachers have nominated students who have gone above and beyond to live the Buffett High Five! We are so proud of all of our Bobcats!
Special Shout outs to:
- Sam P. for being kind and holding the door for students and welcoming them to class.
- Eric I. for his kindness in donating to the coin drive.
- Rashaun C. cleaning up after the basketball game.
- Cassie L. for being hardworking everyday.
- Carter T. for working hard on his writing and getting published.
- Isai H. using his Bobcat Bucks to help others buy lanyards.
- Ellie B. for being hard working in reading
- Gabe P. also gets a shoutout for his hard work in reading!
Keep it up Bobcats. We are proud of you.
8th Grade Ads - DUE TOMORROW!
Send your student off to high school with a heartfelt message! Purchase an 8th Grade Ad in the 2018-2019 yearbook for your student today. Ads include a picture of your choice and personal message. Digital photos only, please.
Checks, photos, and messages are due to Ms. Christensen by February 28, 2019. Click on flyer to the left for additional details.
TAGG (Together A Greater Good)
TAGG's mobile app revolutionizes the way you can support local organizations. When you use the app at participating businesses, they will donate 5% to your favorite non-profit, school, team or other organization of choice! Through social media integration, you can influence your friends and family to take part in the social good as well. Download the app, and start TAGGING!
Important Links
Upcoming Events
5th/6th Chorus Concert
Thursday, Feb 28, 2019, 07:00 PM
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School, Larimore Avenue, Omaha, NE, USA
Varsity Wrestling City Tournament
Friday, Mar 1, 2019, 01:30 PM
Norris Middle School, South 46th Street, Omaha, NE, USA
NJHS Read Across America Field Trip
Friday, Mar 1, 2019, 09:00 AM
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School, Larimore Avenue, Omaha, NE, USA
Destination Imagination Regionals
Saturday, Mar 2, 2019, 09:00 AM
Blair High School, North 10th Street, Blair, NE, USA
High School Registration
Tuesday, Mar 5, 2019, 07:30 AM
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School, Larimore Avenue, Omaha, NE, USA
The Wizard Of Oz In The Wild West
Thursday, Mar 7, 2019, 07:00 PM
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School, Larimore Avenue, Omaha, NE, USA
Connect with Us!
Website: buffett.ops.org
Location: 14101 Larimore Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States
Phone: 531-299-2320
Facebook: facebook.com/OPS.Buffett.Magnet
Twitter: @BuffettMagnet