Bear Bulletin
Week of October 17
From the Principal
We had a really nice turnout at our first Coffee & Conversation with the Principal! Thank you to those who were able to take a few minutes out of their day to come learn more about our school. Parents had great questions about testing, AGP identification, rumors about rezoning, safety, related areas classes, math and reading - just to name a few! I hope everyone left feeling a little more connected and informed about the things going on at BES. For those who were not able to join us, we'll have another one next quarter.
We have some fun activities coming up this week as we kick off our book fair with a Book Character Dress up Day, guest readers, as well as a great opportunity for parents to learn more about internet and social media safety. If your child has a cell phone or a social media account (or you are considering one) you definitely don't want to miss this. See more info below.
For your calendar
- Fri, Oct 14 - Student holiday, Parent/Teacher conferences
- Mon, Oct 17 - Fall Break - all schools & offices closed
- Tues, Oct 18 - End of 1st quarter
- Wed, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 21 - CogAt Testing - 2nd gr
- Thurs, Oct 20 - Book Character Dress Up Day, Fall Book Fair starts (Click link for more information!)
- Fri, Oct 21 - Pumpkin Walk, 5:30 - 7:00, BES bus loop, Book Fair also open late!
- Tues, Oct 25 - Parent event - Internet & Social Media Safety (highly recommended for parents of children that have phones or social media accounts), 6:00 - 7:00 BES library (childcare will be provided for BES students.)
- Wed, Oct 26 - Early Release Day, dismiss at 11:40, Marco's Pizza & BES Sprit Day (see info below)
Save the Date
Interested in Reviewing State Textbook Recommendations?
The Instructional Materials Review Panels have finalized their instructional materials recommendations for the 2022 adoption cycle. The student editions of each of the recommended programs will be on display from October 11 through November 14, 2022, at 12 review locations across the state and available virtually using publisher-provided links. A report of the Review Panel recommendations with citizen comments from the public review will be submitted to the State Board of Education on December 13, 2022. Upon approval of the panel recommendations, districts and schools will receive notification of the newly adopted materials.
Virtual Public Review for Instructional Materials - Memo PDF (136 KB)
Public Invited to Review Proposed Instructional Materials and Textbooks - Attachment PDF (110 KB)
How's it going?
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How to Reach Us
Front Office - 803-476-4500
School Nurse - 803-476-4509
Cafeteria - 803-476-4508
School Counselor - 803-476-4534
Library - 803-476-4518
Parent input and feedback are always appreciated as we work through new routines and procedures. Whether through a phone call or an email, we welcome your thoughts and ideas. The Administrative Team at BES is always available to help in any way we can! You can contact us by calling the main office at 476-4500 or emailing us directly.
Principal Robin Bright rbright@lexrich5.org
Assistant Principal Zach Keister zkeister@lexrich5.org
Assistant Administrator Allison Babb ababb@lexrich5.org
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Community Sponsors
Student breakfast: $1.50
Student lunch: $2.85
Our Mission…
The mission of Ballentine Elementary School is to join together community, staff, students, and families to ensure that all students are provided a world-class, rigorous education.
Our Vision…
In partnership with the community, staff, students, and families, Ballentine Elementary School will exemplify excellence in education in a positive, safe and nurturing environment in order to prepare our students to be fully participating citizens and leaders. We will foster the development of creative thinking, encourage curiosity and problem solving, promote respect for individual differences and uphold high ethical standards.