The Bobcat Blaze
November 5, 2021

Principal's Message
It has been another great week in Bobcat Country. There are a few important car line reminders in this edition so please be sure to read to ensure our drop off and pick up process run smoothly.
Next week is our monthly PTO meeting virtually at 6pm. We hope you will join us! The link to the meeting can be found below. In other PTO news, they are sponsoring an AC Moore Movie Night at Hollywood Park on Wednesday at 6pm. The students have voted on Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse as the movie selection!
Finally, please remember that Friday, November 12th is an early release day. Elementary students will be dismissed at 10:30am. Please ensure students know how they are getting home that day if it is different from their normal mode of transportation. We ask that all parents are picked up on time as this is a professional development day for staff.
Have a great, safe weekend!
Principal's Message: https://cloud.swivl.com/v/cc32664c64456e39c3107124a1fc46ce
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Important Dates and Upcoming Events
November
- Friday, November 12................................................10:30am Early release for students-Professional Development for Teachers
- Tuesday, November 16............................................Dad Talk 2 (details below)
- Monday-Friday, November 22-26.............................Thanksgiving Break
November PTO Events
November 9
November PTO meeting - 6pm -Virtual
November 10
ACM Movie Night at Hollywood Park
November 17
PTO Sponsored Staff Breakfast Cart
-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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In an effort to maintain a safe arrival/dismissal and decrease the wait time for car riders, we would like to issue the following reminders:
MORNING CAR RIDERS
- Please be courteous to the other parents in the carline...remain in your vehicle to allow for a more efficient arrival procedure.
- Pull as far forward as possible before allowing your student to exit the vehicle.
- Have students prepared to exit the vehicle with masks on and bookbags ready prior to entering the drop-off area.
- Students should exit the vehicle from the passenger side, along the sidewalk.
- Students should walk along the sidewalk to the gate at the end of the sidewalk.
- Students should not be allowed to exit the vehicle in between the parked cars.
AFTERNOON CAR RIDERS
- Be sure your child knows his/her car number.
- Hang your car tag from your rearview mirror and be sure it is visible to the staff member on duty.
- Please be courteous to the other parents in the carline...remain in your vehicle to allow for a more efficient dismissal procedure.
- Pull forward as much as possible before allowing your student to enter the vehicle
- If your student needs assistance with buckling into a seat or seatbelt, please move forward to the end of the carline before assisting your child.
Attention: YMCA Families
Good Afternoon AC Moore YMCA Families,
I hope this note finds you all well and you’ve had a great week.
I just wanted to pass along a quick note about YMCA pick-up on a weekly basis Tuesdays-Thursdays. When arriving to the school to pick up your child or children from the YMCA program can you all please park on the side of the road instead of the bus loop? There is after school tutoring (CRP) going on during these days and by parking in the bus loops it prohibits the busses from getting in the bus loop.
Thank you so much for your understanding and please let me know if you have any questions.
Respectfully,
Matthew Taranto
Program Director
YMCA of Columbia
1447 Hampton Street
Columbia SC, 29201
(w) 803 799 9187; © 772 480 3942



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Please remember to check the News from the Nurse page on the A.C. Moore website for important health-related information. You will find many valuable resources, including medication forms, links to reputable health agencies, and current immunization guidelines. As always, contact Nurse Robinson with any questions or needs.
The Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine is now available for children age 5 and older! To schedule an appointment for your child to receive the vaccine, please visit the DHEC Vaccine Locator site or call your healthcare provider.
If you did not get your flu vaccine in October, it's not too late! Flu shots are the best way to protect your family against the virus. CDC recommends an annual flu shot for everyone age 6 months and up. Contact your healthcare provider or call 855-472-3432 to make an appointment at DHEC.
Let's all stay healthy and keep each other healthy!
Jennifer Robinson, RN
Phone: 803-929-3886
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Get Connected!
Connecting with a friend is a great way to spend your Sunday and start the week off right! And it's even better if you get together for a healthy meal. Check out the video below for more information about the importance of staying connected!
--Parent and Family Engagement Opportunities--

------------DISTRICT NEWS------------
Read to Succeed
Attendance...What You Need to Know


ThriveRichland Spark Time (Virtual ) Play Group
Revised COVID-19 Mitigation Strategies and Safety Protocols
Richland School District One Student Technology Replacement Fees
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-Neighborhood News & Community Connections-
COVID-19 Vaccines for Children 5 -11
Sunday, Nov. 7th, 9am-3pm
420 Howard Street
Columbia, SC
DHEC will be at the Montessori School of Columbia this Sunday to administer the COVID-19 vaccine to children 5-11. Appointments are not necessary.
Additionally, they will have Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines, including the Pfizer booster for persons 12+. No appointments necessary. Remember to bring your vaccine card if you're getting your booster shot. Family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers are all welcome.


DHEC-Tour Health - Columbia
Dates and Times
Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Address
2221 Devine St, Columbia, South Carolina 29205, United States
Customer Service Number
1-866-416-6341
Further Information
- Pre-Registration Strongly Recommended but not required http://www.tourhealth.com/
- Wait times at all sites vary and patients are seen in the order that they arrive.
- Pre-registration will help to reduce your wait time at the site.
Appointment Needed: Call for details
Referral Needed: No
Pediatric Testing Available: Yes - All Ages
DHEC - Richland County Health Department
Dates and Times
Monday-Friday, 8:30-4:30
Further Information
- **SELF ADMINISTERED COVID-19 Saliva Test Kits ONLY**
- Pick up during normal business hours
- No appointment needed
Referral Needed: No
Pediatric Testing Available: Yes
DHEC-Tour Health - DHEC Parking Lot
Dates and Times
Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Address
2600 Bull St, Columbia, South Carolina 29201, United States
Customer Service Number
1-866-416-6341
Further Information
- Please pre-register using the link. Pre-Registration Strongly Recommended but not required. https://www.tourhealth.com
- Wait times at all sites vary and patients are seen in the order that they arrive.
- Pre-registration will help to reduce your wait time at the site.
Referral Needed: No
Pediatric Testing Available: Yes - All Ages
Free COVID-19 Vaccine Site
DHEC-Tour Health - DHEC Parking Lot
Dates and Times
Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Address
2600 Bull St, Columbia, South Carolina 29201, United States
Further Information
- Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines are now available at this testing site.
- Preregistration is highly recommended, but not required.
- You can register for a vaccination appointment at https://www.impacthealth.com/scc19vaccine
- Wait times at all sites vary and patients are seen in the order that they arrive.
- Pre-registration will help to reduce your wait time at the site.
Referral Needed: No
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