Blanche Dodd Bobcat News
May 2021
A message from Mrs. Bolz
As we approach the end of the school year, I'd like to thank each of you for your patience as we worked through this year of COVID-19 regulations and changes. This has been difficult for families and educators on so many different levels. I look forward to a grand opening for next school year as we welcome our students and families back to school in August. We have one month left in this school year, and it will be packed with state testing, celebrations, and end of year events. Enrollment for the coming school year will be open May 5-14 for all returning students and May 17-21 for students who will be new to Krum ISD. Please see related information located in this newsletter.
Wishing each of you a summer filled with health, happiness, and time to relax and rejuvenate. Thank you again for being the awesome Dodd families that you are!
It's a GREAT day to be a Bobcat at Dodd Elementary where we are...
Six Houses...One Family!
May Events 2021
May 5-14 Returning student registration for 2021-2022
May 6 NEHS Induction Ceremony 6:00
May 7 Last day for intervention classes
May 7 Fundraising Party Bus and prizes
May 11 STAAR Math (5th grade)
May 12 STAAR Reading (5th grade)
May 12 School Nurse Appreciation Day
May 13 STAAR Science (5th grade)
May 18 STAAR Math (3rd-4th grade)
May 19 STAAR Reading (3rd-4th grade)
May 20 Seniors 2021 Walk the Dodd halls
May 20 NEHS lunch and Sonic
May 21 House Champion Celebration (AM)
May 21 5th Grade Day (PM)
May 24 Field Day
May 25 End of Year Awards (Facebook Live Streamed)
May 25 Early Release 11:55 - Last day of school
Teacher of the Year - Megan Boone
Mrs. Boone, special education teacher has been selected as the Blanche Dodd 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year! We are so proud of her and the way she supports our students and teachers. Keep reading to see what her colleagues had to say about her.
What doesn't this wonder-woman do? Megan consistently helps her team members from any grade rise together. She's ready for the newest tech innovation and is open to implementation throughout the year. Her students come first, everything is about their capabilities and accommodations, ensuring everyone has success within reach. Every kid is her kid and she never hesitates to reach out, consult, read with, or even more importantly, listen to anyone who needs help. She has worked really hard at teaching, managing, and caring for all of our 2nd and 3rd grade friends!
Mrs. Boone goes above and beyond for each student, in each class, in each grade. Her experience with all abilities is invaluable. She offers sound advice and excellent ideas for engaging lessons. She helps with Eduphoria, making tests, quick checks, and answer keys for all grades and is available to answer questions or offer support at anytime. All of these things are outside of her given responsibilities. She is a true asset to all teachers and students at Dodd.
Congratulations, Mrs. Boone!!
2021-2022 School Registration Information
Please be sure to register your returning student. Knowing how many students are planning to return for the 21-22 school year helps us make important hiring and classroom placement decisions.
Krum ISD Family Survey
We value open communication with our Dodd families. Please take a moment to complete the Krum ISD Family Survey to provide feedback into areas where we excel and areas where we could grow. Your input helps us set goals for the coming school year and provides insight into our strengths and weaknesses. Thank you for taking the time to share your observations.
Earth Day Art
Grand Prize
1st Place
2nd Place
3rd Place
Honorable Mention
Honorable Mention
City Wide Spring Clean-Up was a SUCCESS
Educational Clothing & Shoes Recycling Initiative
Our campus is now part of the Educational Clothing & Shoes Recycling Initiative!
Recycle your clothes & shoes in our new Blanche Dodd Elementary School Clothing Bin. Every pound of clothing & shoes recycled here supports our school! Dodd will earn $.07 per pound of recycled clothing.
PLUS, it will help the environment as over 85% of clothing and textiles end up in landfills.
More info on our website https://bit.ly/32ZNesp
Spring STAAR Testing
May 11 Math (5th grade)
May 12 Reading (5th grade)
May 13 Science (5th grade)
May 18 Math (3rd-4th grade)
May 19 Reading (3rd-4th grade)
All remote learners are required to take the STAAR tests in-person at Dodd. Time schedules will be shared with remote learners as we get closer to the testing dates.
More information about state testing can be found HERE
Previously released tests can be found HERE
Blanche Dodd Elementary
It is our mission to educate each child through the use of quality instruction and positive relationships. We will strive to motivate each student to discover their unlimited potential and have a positive impact on their community.
Tricia Bolz, Principal
Lisa Mayfield, Asst. Principal
Amy Roesler, Counselor
Email: patricia.bolz@krumisd.net
Website: http://dodd.krumisd.net/
Location: 915 E McCart St, Krum, TX, United States
Phone: 940-482-2603
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doddelementaryschool/
Twitter: @DoddElementary