Bear News!
Way to Go Bears!! Showing the BCE Way!- September 9th
Message from the office.
Hello BCE Community
Wow, it has been a hot one on campus. Thank you to all the staff at BCE for helping keep our kiddos as cool as possible. We have had indoor PE, misters under the shade structures, water to run through at lunch, and moved classes around to rooms with AC. We currently have 6 classrooms without portable AC units. We are working closely with the District Office to get them ordered and installed. We are hopeful they will be available in the coming weeks. Please know that the safety of all our students is our biggest priority, and we have done everything possible to ensure everyone is safe and hydrated this past week.
We will have our first student Bear Paw store this Friday. Students will have a chance to spend all the Bear Paws they have been earning on prizes. Please let me or Dawn from Parent Club know if you are interested in volunteering to support the store. We would love your help.
Big Reminder that Band starts next week.
As always, please let us know if you need anything. Have a great weekend
Mrs. Fippin and Office Staff
Dates to Remember
- Next Board Meeting- September 21st, 6-7:30- SLVUSD Board Room.
- Picture Day is coming on September 13th. Your student should receive all ordering forms on Wednesday of this week.
- Band begins September 13th 3-4:30
- School Site Council- Thursday, September 29th, 2-3.
PBIS theme- September
School Site Council
The primary duty of the SSC is to develop and then annually update the School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA). This formal school plan satisfies state and federal program requirements.
COVID Updates- Please see new links
If your student feels ill, please keep them home and get tested. Please look for more information in the Superientants back-to-school letter. More information to come, and thank you for being flexible and looking out for all of our health. Here is a Slide Deck with more information
I wanted to ensure you got the information from the district office regarding General COVID information. Please contact the health office if you have any questions or need any home COVID tests. We have plenty in the office. I also want to ensure all families receive the General COVID exposure notice. Please let us know if you have any questions.
Info from the District Office
You will receive a letter next week with directions on accessing PowerSchool. The letter will contain your individual access codes and where to reach out if you need help. Here is a general letter with more information
The Queer Youth Task Force of Santa Cruz County, the Safe Schools Project, & the LGBT Collaborative of Monterey County are proud to present a supportive space for LGBTQIA+ and allied youth in Monterey, San Benito, & Santa Cruz Counties:
BCE Parent Club!! Check it out- How can you support?
HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED WITH BCE PARENTS CLUB? If you only have a few minutes a month or hours, a time during the week or on weekends, whatever your availability there is a volunteer opportunity for you! If you missed the meeting you can email us for volunteer information here: bcepc.execs@gmail.com or sign up here: https://sites.google.com/view/bce-parentsclub/volunteer For those who just don’t have the time and would like to donate to the BCE Parents Club https://bce-parents-club.square.site/ directly
Website: https://sites.google.com/view/bce-parentsclub/
Our website is updated regularly thanks to the help of our board member, Elizabeth.
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bcefamilies
Would you like to join our BCE Families Private Facebook Group? Please answer the screening questions and you will be added to the group. It is a great way to stay connected and stay informed.
Drive for Schools
DRIVE FOR SCHOOLS
9/7 - 10/18/2022
More information soon. Tickets will be sent home.
Next Parent Club Meeting- October 13th
ICECREAM SOCIAL
9/30/2022 ICE CREAM SOCIAL RETURNS!
River Dogs will serve hot dogs while our 5th Graders are serving Ice Cream to raise money for 5th Grade Science Camp. Come support them!
Box Tops- Amazon Smiles
BOX TOP$ FOR EDUCATION If you see this label, use the new Box Tops app to scan your receipt. Box Tops are worth 10¢ each! The app will find participating products purchased at any store and instantly add cash to your school's earnings online.
Volunteers
The BCE Parent Club would graciously appreciate volunteers for the various events throughout the school year. There are many flexible volunteer opportunities. Not only is this a great way to give back to the school, but also a fantastic way to make connections with teachers, staff, and parents. It's fun and very rewarding! We encourage you to sign-up and explore the many different ways you can help us. Join us at our monthly meetings to learn more about the BCE Parent Club.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSev9Tu4d3jgtzA8ot1495j9IUhZ7622JB5JyjCm3L1ERxykzA/viewform
We are taking a poll on what is the best time for these monthly parent club meetings. Here is the link to it:
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