May 2017
RBBCSC Parent to Parent Newsletter
There's Always Time to Read with your Children!
Contributed by Mr. Hopkins, SES Principal
I imagine that you are a lot like me... you get up early in the morning, get your kids dressed and fed, take them to school, and then go to work. At work, well, it's just that - work! (I'm sure we can all fill in the blank there.) Then, you come home to... more work! Dishes need to be washed, yard needs cut, and of course, your children have baseball practice tonight...again. If you are anything like me, you just want to sit down in your favorite pair of sweatpants and watch Netflix. Right when you think you have a few minutes to relax, it's time to get the kids in the bath and put them to bed. Of course, no bedtime is complete without reading a read-aloud with your little ones. Hopefully, you are like me when it comes to this part of the day - the best part of the day - reading to your children.
Each night, laying down next to your child and reading a book with them is so rewarding. You can give characters voices, point out silly things you see in pictures, and talk about experiences they have in their own lives that are just like what is taking place in the book. Possibly the thing I love most about reading with my children is when they read to me! Sometimes, I forget how much my kindergarten child is growing up. She is learning so much at school and each night, she amazes me with something new. How has your child wowed you with their reading lately?
Once the read-aloud is over, that is the time that I can get cozy on the couch and catch up on Netflix. Those 20 minutes I took to read with my children may possibly be the most important 20 minutes of my day. I am able to spend quality time with my children, expand their vocabulary, help them make personal connections, and simply be there for them. Am I a busy person? Yes. Am I too busy to read with my children? Absolutely not. I started off sharing that I imagine that you are a lot like me.... I hope reading to our children is something we have in common.
Mark Your Calendar for Upcoming Days Off
There is no school on the following days:
Friday, May 12
Monday, May 15
Monday, May 22
The last STUDENT day is Thursday, May 25.
Health Fair 2017 a Success!
"Annie Get Your Gun" EHS Spring Musical
Front row: Paige Abel, Noelle Simoneaux, and Sarah Cassidy (the Cowgirl Trio), Mitchell Hupp as Frank Butler Background: Samantha Baxter, Alexia Renn, and Annie Corbett (Chorus)
"We thank and appreciate everyone who attended the performances. The students did an amazing job portraying their various roles, and the remarkable vocals entertained the audiences thoroughly. We hope to see many more from our community at future Edgewood Theatre Arts performances."
TEENS: Drop-In DIY Craft Project!
Tuesday, May 30 3:30 - 4:30pm
Ellettsville Branch – Program Room
Impress your friends and family with your amazing craft skills! Come to learn – or share you own projects. This month we’ll be decorating and planting mini succulents!
STEAM FEST 2017 Will be held RAIN OR SHINE at both EPS & EIS. See above.
LATCH-KEY OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR 2017/2018 at EPS/EIS
Open enrollment begins Monday, May 1st.
Please print, fill-out, and return the application and AHS forms by email to epace@rbbschools.net, child's teacher, or to front EPS office. Application
Families will receive a call confirming their child's enrollment status in July.
Edgewood Early Childhood Center -- 2017 Registration NOW Accepting Vouchers!
EECC has a few spots left for 2017/2018.
You do not want to miss this opportunity! EECC offers full day classes, half day classes, and a choice of days per week your child attends (based on availability). Latch-key is also available for before and after school care. Please share this information with your friends and neighbors!
EECC provides services for ALL students who are at least 3 years of age and is now certified as a Level 2 with Paths to Quality. EECC can now accept childcare vouchers!
Monday, May 1, 2017, 09:00 AM
Edgewood Early Childhood Center, 8045 W. St. Rd. 46, Ellettsville, IN 47429
EECC Events
Thursday, May 18 FAMILY NIGHT 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
The whole family is welcome! Geared toward the public library's summer reading program, the night will include some games & activities, a short video, and the enjoyment of the students riding in their "cars" while having popcorn & lemonade. It's a great way to finish out the year!
Other fun events are listed in the EECC Newsletter! Be sure to look for information about Water Day and the field trip to Flatwoods Park!
SES Events
EPS Events
- Thursday, May 4 EPS/EIS STEAM NIGHT 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. (held at EPS/EIS back lots/buildings)
- Friday, May 5 FUN RUN During school day.
- Tuesday, May 9 EIS THIRD GRADE TRANSITION NIGHT (for current 2nd graders) 6:00 p.m. at EIS Cafe.
- Tuesday, May 9 PTO SKATE NIGHT 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 10 PTO MEETING 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 17 FIELD DAY FOR 1st/2nd GRADES During school day.
- Tuesday, May 18 FIELD DAY FOR KINDERGARTEN During school day.
Award Days/Times
Kindergarten: Tuesday, May 23 9:00 a.m. EPS GYM
First Grade: Wednesday, May 24 10:15 a.m. EPS GYM
Second Grade: Wednesday, May 24 9:00 a.m. EPS GYM
- Thursday, May 25 LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS; FUN DAY!
EIS Events
- Thursday, May 4 EPS/EIS STEAM NIGHT 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. (held at EPS/EIS back lots/buildings)
- Monday, May 8 FINAL DAY FOR BAND INSTRUMENT SELECTION (for incoming 6th graders) 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. @ EJHS
- Thursday, May 11 ISTEP FUN DAY During school day.
Generators NEEDED for FUN DAY! Please click HERE to signup if you can loan one!
- Wednesday, May 17 - Friday, May 19 5th Grade to BRADFORD WOODS
Awards Dates/Times
Third Grade: Wednesday, May 24 12:15 p.m. EIS GYM
Fourth Grade: Wednesday, May 24, 1:45 p.m. EIS GYM
Fifth Grade: Tuesday, May 23, 10:00 a.m. EIS GYM
- Thursday, May 25 LAST STUDENT DAY; FIELD DAY & FUN DAY
EJHS Events
- Tuesday, May 9 EJHS FINAL CHOIR CONCERT 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 16 EJHS INTERMEDIATE BAND & JAZZ BAND CONCERT 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
- Thursday, May 18 SPRING ART SHOW 5:30 - 7:00 & BEGINNING & ACCELERATED BAND CONCERT 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 23 EJHS HONORS & AWARDS PROGRAM 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
- Thursday, May 25 LAST STUDENT DAY
EHS Events
Upcoming Events/Dates: Please continue to read each school's communications as some dates/times may change.
- Thursday, May 11 ART SHOW in COMMONS 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
- Saturday, May 13 SPRING CHOIR CONCERT 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
- Monday, May 15 BAND CONCERT in AUDITORIUM 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 17 EHS SENIORS HONORS NIGHT 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
- Friday, May 19 SENIOR TRIP TO HOLIDAY WORLD
- Thursday, May 25 LAST STUDENT DAY
- Friday, June 2 GRADUATION PRACTICE 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- Saturday, June 3 EHS GRADUATION 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Graduation Information link: http://rbbcsc.k12.in.us/ehs-students/graduation-2017
- April 17-May 5: ISTEP+ Grade 10 (2nd round)
English and math for all 10th graders; science for all students (all grades) taking Biology for the first time
- May 1-May 10: AP Exams
Students enrolled in AP courses
- May 8-19: Algebra I and English 10 End-of-Course Assessments (ECAs)
Juniors and seniors who haven't yet passed one or both ECAs
Other Information:
- 21st Century Scholars:
Reminder: All Scholars must complete and document Scholar Success Program (SSP) activities in ScholarTrack. Some students may have trouble logging into ScholarTrack due to recent changes made to the system; if so, contact Mrs. Winkler in the EHS School Counseling Office.
Senior 21st Century Scholars:
- Graduate with a Core 40 Diploma and a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
- Complete and document all 12 SSP requirements in ScholarTrack by graduation
EHS will offer summer school from May 30-June 22 from 8:00 AM-11:45 AM. Students must arrive by 7:45 AM on May 30. Registration is now open. Please refer to the registration form and the e-mail sent by Mrs. Winkler on April 3 for more details on course availability, etc. Contact your counselor with any questions.
Ivy Tech OPEN HOUSE
Are you entering your senior year in high school?
The Associate Accelerated Program (ASAP)
provides Ivy Tech Community College students
with the opportunity to earn a degree in one year
instead of the traditional two-year track.
The ASAP program is for students under the age
of 21, graduating high school with a 2.5 GPA
or higher, a good attendance record and plans
to transfer to a four year college and earn a
Bachelor’s degree.
Open House July 18, 5-7pm, D220, Ivy Tech
The 2018/2019 program begins Summer 2018.
Visit IvyTech.edu/ASAP, or contact Jennifer Rusk,
Tuesday, Jul 18, 2017, 05:00 PM
200 Daniels Way, Bloomington, IN 47404, United States
Karst Day Camp Registration for Students Entering Grades 1-7 in the Fall
Richland-Bean Blossom School Community School Corporation
Email: jferguson@rbbschools.net
Website: http://www.rbbcsc.k12.in.us/
Location: Richland-Bean Blossom Community School Corporation, Monroe County, IN, United States
Phone: (812) 876-9600
Facebook: facebook.com/Richland-BeanBlossomCommunitySchoolCorporation