Baker Buzz February 11, 2019
All Things Baker!
Principal's Message!
Speaking of being thankful, I was thinking recently of why I am filled with gratitude on a daily basis. Gratitude can come in waves based on little things, a new flare pen, a hot cup of coffee, a new journal, essential oils and a cool diffuser, oh did I mention a new flare pen? (I have a strange obsession with office supplies). It can also come in waves based on the people that I encounter on a daily basis, the kiddo that gives me a huge hug to start everyday no matter what, the staff member that comes filled with love to help a struggling child, the parent that wants nothing more than to partner with us and support us to serve their precious kiddo, or just the fact that I get to be surrounded by educators that love what they do and families that are dedicated to Baker Elementary.
Gratitude helps us keep prospective, it helps us realize that we have so many big and small things to be grateful for. One of the biggest things I am grateful for is that you allow me to serve you and make Baker Elementary School, Where Kindness it King . . . Simply the Best!
Full of Gratitude,
Danielle Wallace
Gifted Minds Prosper Workshop Opportunity!
Janet Anders
Director of Advanced Academics
Camp Invention® is returning to Prosper Independent School District!
(Grades: Incoming 1st-6th)
June 17th
Camp Invention® is returning to Prosper Independent School District! In partnership with the National Inventors Hall of Fame® (NIHF), Prosper ISD GT Department is pleased to offer the nationally acclaimed Camp Invention® program to ALL children entering first through sixth grade. It’s an exciting, weeklong summer adventure with lessons that explore connections between science, technology, engineering and innovation. Children work together to create solutions to real-world problems and build critical 21st-century skills while rotating through several high-energy, hands-on modules. The week begins on June 17, 2019, with Natalie Stevens serving as Director of the ALL-NEW 2019 program, Supercharged!
Download Flyer
Register today using promo code INNOVATE25L to save $25 (expires 3/22) or PLAY15LISTING to save $15 (expires 5/10) OFF $275. Every registration includes a complimentary Camp Invention t-shirt. Availability is limited, so visit www.invent.org/camp or call 800-968-4332 to secure your child’s spot today!
Camp Pursuit Opportunity!
PHS Girls' Basketball Elementary Night!
Attention 4th Grade Parents!
Just a quick reminder about 4th grade's upcoming Folk Dance Fun music program on Thursday, February 28 at 6:00PM.
More information is available HERE as well as the Baker music website.
Don't forget to complete the Participation Survey by this Friday, February 8. If you have already completed this form, thank you, no need to complete it again.
Rogers Fundraiser!
5th Grade Rocks!
2nd Grade Historical Figure Biographies!
5th Grade Journey Through the Water Cycle!
2nd Grade Creating and Solving Word Problems!
3rd Grade in Action!
Music Fun!
SFE Cafeteria Promotions!
Elementary Valentines !
Order by: February 12th
The Prosper High School Floral Department is selling Valentines to be delivered to Prosper Elementary Schools! Our gifts can be purchased online and will be delivered to your child’s school on Valentine’s Day!
To order, please click the button below. We will accept orders until Tuesday, February 12, 2019, or until we are sold out!
2 Easy Steps to Order:
1. Purchase items online through our Square Storefront
2. Complete the Google Form at the end with the order number, your child’s name, their school, teacher, room number, and the message you would like the card to say.
Please contact kmtyler@prosper-isd.net with any questions!
Science Fair Information!
It's that time...get your science and engineering on! It's time for #ProsperInnovates (AKA: Science Fair)
Important Dates
February 15th Project registration is due online
March 5th Projects may be delivered to the cafeteria (7:15-7:45 a.m. or 3:00-3:45 p.m.) NO PROJECTS WILL BE ACCEPTED BY DROP OFF AT THE OFFICE
March 6th Student project interviews and judging
March 7th Awards announced and projects on display
Campus Contact:
Please contact Mrs. Morris if you have any questions about projects.
All registrations MUST go through the link below. You must register your project to participate.
Website: https://sites.google.com/prosper-isd.net/prosperinnovates
1st place in grades 2, 3, 4, and 5: These participants will have the opportunity to participate in a one-day game-design, boot camp, through Icode-McKinney.
STEAM Expo: 1st place winners from each grade level will have the opportunity to display and present their projects at the STEAM Expo on April 25.
Science Fair Registration is Now Open!
If you are interested in participating in this year’s science fair, please visit the following link for all information and registration:
https://sites.google.com/prosper-isd.net/prosperinnovates
This site can also be found on our Baker School Website.
Parents of incoming 6th graders (2019-2020) Information Meeting!
Please mark your calendar for the incoming 6th grade (2019-2020 school year) parent information night on Monday, February 25, 2019, from 6:00-6:45 p.m. The parent information nights will be held at the following campuses:
Rogers MS - students zoned for Rogers 2019-2020
Reynolds MS - students zoned for Reynolds 2019-2020
Hays MS will hold a parent information night at PHS
Date: February 25th
Times: 6-6:45 p.m.
Location: see above
Please be aware that school zoning will be communicated to parents prior to February 25, 2019.
Upcoming Dates!
February 14-Valentine's Day
February 15- Science Fair Registration Deadline
February 18-President's Day/Bad Weather Make-up Day as needed
February 18-PISD School Board Meeting @7:00-8:00 pm Administration Bldg.
February 19-Elementary UIL @4:30-8:00 pm Rogers Middle School
February 20- Spirit Day- Chili's, 1081 Preston Road, Prosper
February 22-Baker's Best 8:00 AM
February 25- 5th going to 6th Information Meeting, 6:00 PM, assigned campus
February 28- 4th grade music program, 6:00 PM
March 1- Boot Scoot Dance 6:30 PM
March 11-15- Spring Break, No School
Green Ticket WInners!
John A. Baker Elementary School
Email: dlwallace@prosper-isd.net
Website: https://www.prosper-isd.net/baker
Location: 3125 Bluewood Drive, McKinney, TX, USA
Phone: 469-219-2120
Twitter: @BakerElem