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Principals Page, April 8, 2024
REMINDER: No School for Students on Wednesday, April 10
SPOTLIGHT: Kindergarten Registration is Now Open!
This yearโs registration process for incoming kindergarten students will soon be available on our website. All forms and directions can also be found on the MCPS Website (click here). Parents are encouraged to register their online through the ParentVue Portal starting March 18. If needed, you are welcome to schedule an appointment for assistance by calling the main office. Our registrar, Ms. Astrid Paz, would be happy to assist you.
Parents of children who will turn 5-years old by September 1, 2024, can download and complete all registration forms from the Beall website. Forms can then be turned in to the main office beginning the week of April 2 or submitted electronically (beginning March 18). No appointment is necessary to submit paperwork. Our website will identify specific office hours. Unlike previous years, there will not be a designated Orientation Day for incoming students. We will provide an information session for parents and are seeking to plan activities that will help incoming students meet other students or visit a classroom. Additional information will be provided at a later date. Children who turn 5 years old before September 1, 2024, should be enrolled in the upcoming kindergarten class. If you need assistance, or would prefer to pick-up a registration packet, please contact the main office (240-740-1220). You may use MCPS's School Locator Assignment Tool to confirm that you live in the Beall school district.
Take Your Child to Work Day
Take Your Child to Work Day is Thursday, April 25, 2024. This unique day has inspired a future generation of girls and boys by bringing them into the workplace to explore the many life choices they will have. If you would like your child to participate in this out-of-school activity, and you have made arrangements for him/her to job shadow, please complete the online permission form. By completing the online form, you are indicating that your child has your permission to be excused from Beall ES on April 25. Your child will not receive an excused absence unless this form is completed and submitted by April 24. Phone calls and e-mails will not be accepted for an excused absence.
Schedule Change- April 22! Mark your calendars.
Richard Montgomery Field Hockey Clinic- May 4
Richard Montgomery High School is excited to announce their Spring Field Hockey Clinic. The clinic will be on May 4th from 10:00 am-12:00 pm. It is open to all elementary and middle school students - no prior playing experience required. The link to register can be found here: https://forms.gle/9gcHBGXeKbEEYX8M6.
Ball Donations welcome
Are you spring cleaning your garage, basement or storage areas? Are you finding old soccer balls or basketballs that you are looking to get rid of? Beall is happily accepting basketball, kickball, or soccer balls that you no longer need at your house. Please- no footballs, tennis balls, or frisbees.
As a reminder, students should not bring their own sports equipment, balls, or toys to school without staff permission.
Prekindergarten and Head Start Registration Opens March 1
Prekindergarten and Head Start registration begins Friday, March 1, for the 2024-2025 school year. Children must be 4 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2024, and families must be income-eligible to apply. Families can register their children online or in person. Click here for how to register.
For more information about eligibility guidelines, required documents or how to register online, call 240-740-4530 or visit the MCPS website.
Important Dates ๐
Coming Soon...
- April 8- State Testing (Grade 4)
- April 9- State Testing (Grade 4)
- April 10- No School for Students
- April 11- State Testing (Grade 4)
- April 12- State Testing (Grade 4)
- April 15- State Testing (Grade 4)
- April 16- PTA Dine Out Night
- April 18- State Testing (Grade 5)
- April 19- State Testing (Grade 5)
- April 19 - Science Expo
- April 22- Asynchronous Instruction Day
- April 23- Grade 1 In-House Field Trip
- April 25- Take Your Child to Work Day
- April 26- Grade 3 Field Trip
- April 26- State Testing (Grade 5)
News from Beall PTA
Beall Science Expo (04/19)
Please register for the Beall PTA Science Expo today! Deadline to register is April 9th. The Science Expo will be held on Friday, April 19th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Beall gym.
Students will share their science projects with Visiting Scientists for feedback. Please note that this is not a competition. Group projects and use of electricity are welcome, but no live animals please! Please email beallsciexpo@gmail.com if you cannot procure your own poster.
Bike to School Day- May 8
Join students and teachers from Beall for Bike to School Day! The PTA plans on leading a bike bus with children and their adults from Lincoln Park. We welcome volunteers to lead groups from other neighborhoods. Please email Shannon Shea (shannonbshea@gmail.com) if interested.
Last Call for Yearbooks- April 15
It is not too late to join the Parent Teacher Association (PTA). The PTA supports Beall students in a variety of ways, including after -school programs, cultural arts programs, social activities, fundraising and parent workshops. The PTA also supports student learning by funding programs, technology and staff support. See their website for more information or registration forms.
Beall Vison Statement
A high-quality education is the fundamental right of every child at Beall Elementary School. Staff, children, parents and the community will form a multicultural learning environment which provides knowledge, skills and attitudes that will empower every student, every day to be successful.