Buckingham Parent Newsletter
December 2014
Mrs Sunshine's Principal Note
During my Thanksgiving, I reflected on all of the things that I am grateful for in my life, your students' smiles and hopes were on the top of my list. We have had such a fantastic fall 2014 filled with so many successes. Teachers, students and all staff are looking forward to December with enthusiasm in continued focused on learning goals, demonstrating generosity and being involved in community events. Please to make sure to circle December 6th and December 9th as days to come support and celebrate with Buckingham.
Please continue to read our newsletter below for details on upcoming events and school information. I want to thank each and every family for supporting your students and their teachers. I am honored to be a part of a school willing to embark on creating an unique opportunity for kids through an integrated Science Technology Engineering and Math education. My door is always open to support in collaboration, communication and problem solving.
Please continue to read our newsletter below for details on upcoming events and school information. I want to thank each and every family for supporting your students and their teachers. I am honored to be a part of a school willing to embark on creating an unique opportunity for kids through an integrated Science Technology Engineering and Math education. My door is always open to support in collaboration, communication and problem solving.
Event Information
Barnes & Noble Book Fair
Choir will perform @ 3:00 PM.
Teachers will be reading their favorite books throughout the day in the children section.
Partial proceeds of books sold will go towards Buckingham efforts in STEM education.
Teachers will be reading their favorite books throughout the day in the children section.
Partial proceeds of books sold will go towards Buckingham efforts in STEM education.
When?
Saturday, Dec 6, 2014, 11:00 AM
Where?
Barnes & Noble, U.S. 20, Bend, OR, United States
Event Information
Christmas Parade
Our choir, student council and Lego-robotics teams will be representing Buckingham STEM education in this traditional community event.
If your child will be in the parade, please have them meet us at the Buckingham float on Harmon Blvd @ 11:30 AM.
If your child will be in the parade, please have them meet us at the Buckingham float on Harmon Blvd @ 11:30 AM.
When?
Saturday, Dec 6, 2014, 12:00 PM
Where?
Downtown Bend
Event Information
STEMghetti Dinner & Raffle Fundraiser
~Spaghetti Dinner - Spaghetti, rolls, salad and dessert - $5 per plate & $10 per family
~Family Engineering Challenge
~Lego-Robotic Demonstration
~$1 raffle fundraiser. Bring cash for prizes:
*Johnny Carinos, Village Baker, Ericksons, Reys, Sunriver, Newport Market, Costco, Barnes & Noble, Harley Davidson, Costco, PTA, etc...
~Family Engineering Challenge
~Lego-Robotic Demonstration
~$1 raffle fundraiser. Bring cash for prizes:
- Sunriver Golf & Hotel Stay
- Sun Mountain Fun Center Tickets
- CO Indoor Sport passes & free birthday
- Science Toys
- Harley Davidson Swag
- Gift Cards for local businesses & much more
*Johnny Carinos, Village Baker, Ericksons, Reys, Sunriver, Newport Market, Costco, Barnes & Noble, Harley Davidson, Costco, PTA, etc...
When?
Tuesday, Dec 9, 2014, 05:30 PM
Where?
Buckingham Elementary School
STEM Motivational Video
Need winter clothing or holiday support?
Please call or visit Erin, your FAN Advocate, if you are in need of assistance with food, housing, clothing, medical care, dental or vision. Her phone number is 541-350-0743. Erin is at Buckingham every Thursday and Friday. FAN has winter coats, snow boots, hats and gloves, if your child is need for the upcoming winter months.
Lost and Found
We have too many clothes, hats, gloves and jackets that are unclaimed in our lost and found. Please make sure your child checks the lost and found and that you write the students name on the label of their clothing.
Superintendent Search
Bend-La Pine Schools' Board of Directors is undergoing a search to find a new superintendent. Share your thoughts in this online Superintendent Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SuperintendentSearch2014
Or attend a public forum:
MONDAY, DEC. 8
4 to 6 p.m.
Sky View Middle School
63555 NE 18th St., Bend
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 10
5 to 7 p.m.
Bend Senior High School
230 NE Sixth St., Bend
Or attend a public forum:
MONDAY, DEC. 8
4 to 6 p.m.
Sky View Middle School
63555 NE 18th St., Bend
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 10
5 to 7 p.m.
Bend Senior High School
230 NE Sixth St., Bend
Our Character Trait of the Month
Teach our children to give of themselves each day. Model and discuss gifts that money can't buy, yet have huge impact:
- Smile at someone who looks sad
- Share with others
- Give out high fives
- Volunteer time
- Pass out at least 5 compliments a day
- Donate older items to those in need
- Give each other a break- forgive easily http://www.greatschools.org/parenting/teaching-values/1688-generosity-and-elementary-schoolers.gs
Watch Dog Pizza Night
We had approximately 300 dads and their students attend. Way to go Buckingham dads! We hope to see you in the halls volunteering and on Dec 9th for pasta.
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