Buffett Bulletin
January 17, 2018
Buffett Science and Engineering Fair
The Buffett Science and Engineering Fair is this Friday, Jan. 19th. Awards will be Monday, January 22, and January 23, 2018 during Bobcat Den. Good luck to all the Buffett Science and Engineering participants. We are proud of you and your efforts!
**Viewing for families will be on January 18th during Magnet Open house from 5:30 to 7:00 P.M.
Metropolitan Science & Engineering Fair (MSEF)
The Metropolitan Science & Engineering Fair (MSEF) will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium from 8 A.M. - 3:40 P.M. MSEF Registration clinics will be held after school on January 23rd and 24th. Students who need the late bus should sign up in the office. All registrations are due to science teachers no later than Friday, January 26th.
Buffett will pay for all registrations for students who are able to commit to participating. Students MUST have participated in the Buffett Science & Engineering Fair to participate in MSEF. Please follow this link for more information:
School Hours
Please note Buffett Middle School closes at 3:15 P.M. All students must be out of the building unless:
- arrangements have been made
- student is participating in a supervised after school activity (sports, band, or homework hideout, etc.)
Buffett Middle School does not offer any after school student care. We appreciate your help in supporting our effort to keep your student safe and secure.
The entrance and commons area should be vacated by 3:15 P.M.
Instructional Tips for Home
Student Advantage Program
Office 365 ProPlus will give your family access to multiple Microsoft products:
- Word
- Powerpoint
- One Note
- Excel
- Publisher
- One Drive
- and more!
This can be extremely helpful in situations where your child needs to complete homework, but they forgot their device at school or their device is being repaired.
All programs are cloud-based, so all school work can be accessed on any device.
For more information on downloading these programs visit:
http://transformation.ops.org/Home/StudentAdvantageProgram/tabid/91/Default.aspx
Developing Perseverance in Middle Schoolers
Perseverance (grit or tenacity) is the ability to overcome setbacks in order to accomplish a goal. Praise your child’s effort instead of athletic ability or intelligence. Learning how to work for a goal and not give up when things get tough helps your child to persevere later in life. We encourage parents to follow this link for more information on how to develop perseverance in their student(s):
Student Safety Tip
When traveling to and from school during these winter months, students are encouraged to wear several layers of clothing, including a heavy winter coat. It is a great idea to make sure their head, neck, and hands are covered. If walking to a cottage during the school day, please take the necessary and appropriate measures to make sure you stay warm. When inside the main building, students need to keep their coats, hats, and gloves in their lockers. If your student needs a coat or any other winter clothing items, please feel free to contact their grade-level counselor for assistance.
Thank you for your support.
Important Links
Upcoming Events
High School Open Houses
January 20, 2018: Central High School Open House (2:00-4:00 PM)
January 21, 2018: North High School Open House (2:00-4:00 PM)
January 22, 2018: Benson High School Open House (6:00-8:00 PM)
January 23, 2018: Burke High School (6:00 - PM)
January 24, 2018: Bryan High School
January 25, 2018: Northwest High School Open House (6:00-8:00 PM)
Questions concerning the high school selection process for the 2018-2019
school year can be directed to the
Student Placement Office at 531-299-0302.
Thursday, Jan 18, 2018, 06:00 PM
South High School
Fusion Strings
Wednesday, Jan 17, 2018, 03:00 PM
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School, Larimore Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States
Spring Play Practice
Tuesday, Jan 23, 2018, 03:00 PM
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School, Larimore Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States
Winter Concert - Grade 5/6
Tuesday, Jan 23, 2018, 06:00 PM
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School, Larimore Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States
Winter Concert - Grade 7/8
Tuesday, Jan 23, 2018, 07:00 PM
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School, Larimore Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States
Wrestling - Buffett vs. Lewis & Clark
Tuesday, Jan 23, 2018, 03:30 PM
Lewis and Clark Middle School, Burt Street, Omaha, NE, United States
Blue Jazz Band Practice
Wednesday, Jan 24, 2018, 03:15 PM
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School, Larimore Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States
Boys Swimming Meet - Buffett vs. Lewis & Clark
Wednesday, Jan 24, 2018, 03:30 PM
Monroe Middle School, Bedford Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States
Silver Jazz Band Practice
Thursday - February 1st -3:15 - 4:45
Thursday, Jan 25, 2018, 03:15 PM
Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School, Larimore Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States
Classic Film Club
Friday, Jan 26, 2018, 03:00 PM
14101 Larimore Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States
Connect with Us!
Website: buffett.ops.org
Location: 14101 Larimore Avenue, Omaha, NE, United States
Phone: 531-299-2320
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