The Compass
"Unlock the Treasure in Every Child" - Nov 5, 2018
Bravery!
This week our students will learn more about the character strength of Bravery!
What is bravery?
Bravery refers to voluntary (not coerced) action in the face of a dangerous circumstance. This strength involves judgment; the brave person must have an understanding of the risks and consequences involved in acting. According to Socrates and Plato, forethought separates acts of valor from acts of rashness. This means that bravery isn’t simply fearlessness, but instead the overcoming of fear.
The parent virtue for bravery is courage. Strengths of courage involve applying will and fortitude in overcoming internal or external resistance to accomplish goals. Strengths comprised in this virtue are bravery, perseverance, integrity, and zest/enthusiasm. Please use these quotes and discuss with your child what they learn about Perspective this week.
"Courage is contagious. When a brave man takes a stand, the spines of others are stiffened." ~Billy Graham
"Be brave. Take Risks. Nothing can substitute experience." ~Paulo Coelho
2 Hour Delay!
This means:
- Breakfast won't be served
- 10:45 Carpool & Arrival Begin
- 11:15 Instruction Begins
No School - Monday, November 12th!
Our school would like to thank all of our veterans and active military for their service. Your dedication to our country and freedom is honorable and appreciated. Thank you!
Baby Wipes
Food Drive - Tuesday, November 13-Friday, November 16!
Did you know that Buckhorn Creek Elementary has a program for kids that face food insecurity? The BCES PTA has partnered with Holly Springs United Methodist Church, Hope Community Church, and parents at our school to help provide bags of food each weekend to children that are part of the Meals for Mateys program. We are extending this program over the holidays to provide additional food to families in need. From Nov 13-16, we will be having a school-wide food drive to gather donations of food. You can sign-up for items to bring to help ensure we receive a variety of foods at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0F45AAA92DA20-buckhorn
Helpful Items Include:
· Canned vegetables
· Mashed potatoes
· Stuffing
· Gravy (no glass, please)
· Cranberry sauce
· Canned chicken or tuna
· Canned fruit
· Bags of rice and beans
· Jars of peanut butter and jelly (no glass, please)
· Pasta and canned tomato sauce (no glass, please)
· Boxes of cereal
· Pancake mix and syrup
· Canned soups, stews, and chilis
· Healthy snacks in individual servings
Donations can be dropped off on the tables in the foyer across from the office. Thank you so much for supporting our school community. If you are interested leading a food drive with a group you are a part of or if you have any questions, please contact Nykoll Long at nlw0716@hotmail.com.
READvolution!
Now, lets shift this goal to reach 3020! We have until November 16! Please keep on logging in your books and documenting your minutes.
Our school will be placed in a lottery to be selected for a whole school field trip to watch a Hurricanes practice session! So please keep entering those books.
Students who achieve the goal of reading 20 minutes per day throughout the allotted time frame (for a total of 800 minutes) will receive two complimentary ticket vouchers to a Hurricanes home game.
Directions for logging in:
Up Coming Dates!!
Nov 5 - PTA General Membership Meeting @ 6:30
Nov 6 - Get out and Vote!
Nov 6 - 2 Hour Delay
Nov 6 - Picture Make-up Date & IdentiKid
Nov 7 - Family Partnership Conference Night
Nov 7 - PTA Spirit Night @ Holly Spring Panera 4-8pm
Nov 12 - No School - Veterans DAy
Nov 13-16 - PTA Food Drive
Nov 16 - Spirit Day - Pajama Day
Nov 20 - Early Release Day
Nov 21-23 - No School -Thanksgiving Break
About Us.
Email: dsimons@wcpss.net
Website: www.wcpss.net/BuckhornCreekES
Location: 5651 Honeycutt Road, Holly Springs, NC, USA
Phone: (919) 694-8970
Twitter: @BuckhornCreekES