The Bobcat Blaze

September 3, 2021

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Principal's Message

Principal's Message

Happy Friday Bobcat Families!


I hope your students had an enjoyable week. We have some great things starting up soon such as Safety Patrol, Bobcat News Show, Strings, and Chorus. Please be sure to lookout for those applications for eligible students. Thank you to those of you who have returned them already. It's starting to feel like a normal year..almost!


I appreciate all that our teachers and families are doing to make the school environment feel as normal as possible for students.


I encourage all of our families to use this extended weekend for safe, self-care! Take time to unwind, reach out to loved ones, and get some much deserved rest.


We hope you enjoy this week's newsletter.


We are absolutely better together and AC Moore STRONG!


#goingforthegoals #ACMooreSTRONG #gobobcats


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Important Dates and Upcoming Events

September

  • Monday, September 6...........................................Labor Day Holiday


  • Friday, September 24 ...........................................Professional Development Day (Early release for students, noon dismissal)

October

  • Wednesday, October 6.........................................Walk & Bike to School Day
  • Wednesday, October 20........................................End of First Nine Weeks (45th day)
  • Friday, October 22................................................Teacher Workday (No school for students)
  • Wednesday, October 27........................................Report Cards Issued
  • Friday, October 29................................................Early release for students-Parent Teacher Conference

Updated School Information

We Are AC Moore STRONG!



NEW SCHOOL VISION

Every AC Moore student will enter middle school reading at or above grade level.


NEW SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT

We collaboratively empower students to be accountable and successful.


STAFF CORE VALUES

Passion: Embracing and nurturing our school community


Intentionality: Purposeful, Present, & Prepared


Accountability: Growth Over Ego


Student Pillars of Leadership: PreK - 2

Respect

Cooperation

Community

Responsible

Self-Control

Caring

Trustworthy


Student Pillars of Leadership: 3rd - 5th

Respect

Collaboration

Citizenship

Responsible

Self-Discipline

Empathy

Integrity

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DISTRICT NEWS

Revised COVID-19 Mitigation Strategies and Safety Protocols

R1 Virtual School Waitlist

Richland School District One Student Technology Replacement Fees

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

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School News

SIC MEMBERS NEEDED

Hello Bobcat Families:


The A.C. Moore Elementary School Improvement Council (SIC) is an advisory council to the principal that is focused on school improvement issues. It is made up of representatives of parents, teachers, and community members. The principal serves as an ex-officio member. The SIC meets once monthly during the school year

A.C. Moore Elementary School parent representatives are nominated and elected by their fellow A.C. Moore Elementary School parents. Any parent/guardian of at least one child enrolled in A.C. Moore is eligible to place his/her own name or the name of another parent in nomination.


You can submit your nomination to the SIC on or before Friday, September 10, 2021, via this link https://forms.office.com/r/FNBmp558Cq


For questions or concerns, email Wendee Evering, wendee.evering@richlandone.org

STAR Testing

Parents,


Your child will take the Renaissance Star test this year. The first testing window opens Aug. 23 and closes Sept. 8. This means your child's teacher can administer the test anytime during this window so some students may have tested by the time you see this newsletter. Below is a link to help you better understand the test and how the results will be used.


https://www.renaissance.com/2016/09/09/parents-guide-star-assessments/


If you ever have any questions about Star or the results, you may contact your child's teacher or CRT Kellie Romanstine for more information at kellie.romanstine@richlandone.org.

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Dear A.C. Moore Families,


I am excited that we were chosen to participate in the Kinsa FLUency program again this year! Please see the brochure below and use the QR code to sign up today. You will receive a FREE smart thermometer for your home and help us win Lysol wipes for the school!


Brochures will be coming home within the next few weeks, but you don't have to wait. Sign up by September 17th to be included in the first shipment of the year. Please let me know if you have any questions or need help signing up.


Thank you!

Jennifer Robinson, RN

School Nurse

jennifer.robinson2@richlandone.org

803-929-3886

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Wellness Watch

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Back to School Tool Kit

Start your school year confident and connected with these hand-picked resources from our school health experts to help families prioritize physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Parent and Family Engagement Opportunities

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Neighborhood News

Free 9/11 Twentieth Anniversary Memorial Performance

The Colour of Music Orchestra, conducted by Julius P. Williams, will perform a FREE Masterworks concert featuring music honoring the 20th anniversary of September 11. A free ticket is required and may be picked up at the Koger Center box office.

UofSC String Project Information

The University of South Carolina String Project directed by Dr. Gail V. Barnes is the model for university string programs across the country. This nationally recognized program caters to children 3rd-5th grade & adults. Click above for more info.

Just in Case You Missed It...

EXTRA, EXTRA: READ ALL ABOUT IT!

Please review the following attachments for information regarding Back to School Procedures for the 21-22 School Year!

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A.C. Moore School Supply List 2021-2022

School Improvement Council

Report to the Parents

Report to the Parents

This report is issued by the AC Moore Elementary School Improvement Council (SIC) in accordance with South Carolina law to share information on the school's progress in meeting various goals and objectives, the work of the SIC, and other accomplishments during the school year.

Report to the Parents
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Registration Information for Pre-Kindergarten Programs

Office of School Readiness & Pre-Kindergarten Programs

Additional information about Richland One's Pre-K Program can be found using the above link.

Parent Information for Pre-Kindergarten Registration

You MUST attend a virtual parent information session (live or recorded) before registering for Pre-K. Use the above link to sign up for a live parent information sessions listed, or watch the video and complete the survey to get credit for attending.

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