Bronco Chronicles
Volume 37, December 1st-December 20th
Lead Learner's Message
Goooooood evening #BroncoStrong faculty and staff! I hope you've had a fabulous week thus far!
As the holiday season approaches I encourage you to take time to reflect on this past year all all the successes and challenges you have experienced. The first 3 and 1/2 months of the school year have been packed with many engaging lessons, learning opportunities, assemblies, athletic events, and so on. You guys have demonstrated a wealth of school spirit and dedication to putting kids first. I am so very impressed with the number of students being taught with the latest technologies and with various instructional strategies. Way to go!
Please remember these few things as we finish out this semester: 1. Chromebook carts can only be utilized under the supervision of the teacher of record...not subs. 2. When students are using chromebooks, please actively monitor thus ensuring they aren't cracked or damaged upon return. (keys have been removed & a screen has been cracked) 3. Before returning carts, make sure ALL chromebooks are plugged in.
To celebrate the season, a special guest will be arriving soon! She brings so much joy to our campus, so be on the look out for Matilda the Selfless Elf. Thanks so much for all you do and don't forget, our mindsets shape our behavior when it comes to learning. #Growthmindset
#BroncoStrong #BestYearYet #BuildaBetterBronco
Due Dates
1. Dictionary surveys are due to Mrs. Monty by 12/1.
2. Make sure the 3rd six weeks checkpoints are scanned by 1/12.
3. Failure monitor report and phone calls home to parents must be completed by 1/12.
Jar
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We (Teachers & Students) Need to LEARN Like a Jungle Tiger! --so worth the watch
CORE VALUE WINNERS FOR THE 2ND SIX WEEKS
Tech Tidbits
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Bronco Teacher Feature
Get to Know Mrs. Lori Bufkin
Favorite Hobby: Reading
Favorite Snack: Funyuns
Favorite Color: Blue
Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite Movie: Field of Dreams
Favorite Candy: Peanut butter M&Ms
Favorite Store: Mardell’s
Favorite Book: East of Eden
Favorite Learning Experience in School: SRA Reader’s Lab--Able to work at own level
HS Attended: Breckenridge High
College Attended: Tarleton State
Favorite Quote: "The time is always right to do what’s right. " - MLK Jr
Breckenridge Junior High School
Email: michelene.etzel@breckenridgeisd.org
Website: principaletzel.blogspot.com
Location: 502 W Lindsey St
Phone: 254-212-4311
Facebook: www.facebook.com/breckjh
Twitter: @mich_rob10