From the Eagles Nest
Week of March 21, 2022
IMPORTANT DATES
March 1st - March 25th - I-Ready Reading and Math Assessment Window
March 25th - Student Paid Dress Down Day - $1.00
March 28th- April 1st - Spring Break - Holiday for Students and Staff
April 15th - Spring Holiday for All
April 26 - April 28th - GMAS Test Window
Please be reminded, Early pick up for any reason ends at 3:00. After 3:00 you will have to wait for student dismissal.
No Cell From Bell to Bell
School Uniforms at White Bluff Elementary
The Weather is getting warmer and spring is upon us. We just want to take a moment to highlight a few items in the dress code policy for SCCPSS and White Bluff.
All students (except those deemed exempt) must adhere to the following dress code:
Tops
Tops must be solid navy or white and may be polo-style shirts, collared blouses or turtlenecks. Shirts may have the school insignia, if one is available, but no other ornamentation is permitted. Tops must not expose any of the midriff or lower back. Fishnet tops, halter tops, tube tops, strapless tops, tanks tops, spaghetti straps and other forms of transparent or revealing clothing are prohibited and should not be visible at any time. Oversized tops may not be worn.
Pants
Solid navy or khaki pants/slacks (no knit pants, jogging or cargo pants; no zippers or pockets on pant legs). Pants/slacks must be belted and made of standard uniform material (cotton and/or twill). Pants/slacks must be of appropriate size, be worn at the natural waist, and not drag the floor. Pants should not be too tight.
Skirts & Shorts
Solid navy or khaki shorts, skirts, skorts, jumpers, capri pants or pants/slacks (no knit pants, jogging or cargo pants; no zippers or pockets on pant legs).No denim jeans, skirts, etc. Shorts, skirts, skorts and jumpers must be no shorter than three inches above the knee. Pants/slacks, skirts, skorts, shorts and jumpers must have a finished hem.
Additionally
- All shoes must be enclosed and fastened/tied properly.
- Tights, leggings hose, or socks may be worn under an appropriate length skirt or dress (no shorter than three inches above the knee). Tights and socks must be solid navy, black or white with no design. Hose without design may be worn. Tights or leggings may not be worn as an outer garment.
- Solid colored sweaters, vests or sweatshirts may be worn over uniform shirts. Hooded sweatshirts are not allowed at any time.
- No hats, caps, or sunglasses may be worn in the building.
- Coats and jackets must be worn open while in the building.
March - Women's History Month
Mary McLeod Bethune
Mary McLeod Bethune
Who was Mary McLeod Bethune ?
Mary McLeod Bethune was an educator, civilrights activist and government official.
She was known as the “First Lady of the Struggle,” because of her dedication to improving the lives of African Americans.
She also fought for women’s rights, establishing the National Council for Negro Women in 1935.
5 facts about Mary McLeod Bethune:
Mary Jane McLeod Bethune was born in South Carolina. Her mother and father were once slaves. When Mary was born, they worked as farmers and were paid.
Mary McLeod Bethune was president of the Florida National Association of Colored Women. She worked to get many black people registered to vote. Bethune also started the National Council of Negro Women. Their focus was to improve the life of African American women and the places where they lived.
In 1904, Mary McLeod opened a school in Florida. It cost $1.50 to start the school. She had five African American girls attend her school. The school grew because she was such a good teacher. Mary hired other teachers to teach the students.
The school started as a grade school and ended up being a college. Mary McLeod became the president of Bethune-Cookman College.
Mary McLeod went to school in a one-room schoolhouse. This was very rare for a young black girl. Black children were not able to go to school.
Learn more about this famous woman in history at our Mary McLeod Bethune biography page
Faculty Member of the Month
Congratulations to Ms. Tamara Evans-Guidance Counselor. She is our March Faculty Member of the Month
Student of the Month
Congratulations to our March student of the Month, Aiden Gibson. He is a kindergarten student here at White Bluff Elementary.
Character Trait of the Month
Fairness
Recognizing and respecting the opinions and practices of people different than ourselves. When conflict arises, learning to accept and forgive each other in order to promote equity and peace.
What does it look like?
Listening to others
Including everyone in activities
Accepting that individuals have different needs and beliefs
What does it sound like?
“Would you like to join us?”
“How can we solve this problem together?”
“Tell me about how you feel about . . .”
Vocabulary Word of the Week
Derive
If you derive something, you take information from a specific source and use it logically to create something new
STEAM - SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING,ARTS, MATH
We are still looking for donations for the WB STEAM lab to include, Q-tips, rubberbands, popsicle sticks, straws, string, paper plates, Zip-lock bags, etc.
Women in Art
Alma Thomas
Today’s art project is inspired by Alma Thomas. Thomas was an African-American Expressionist painter and art educator. She is best known for her colorful abstract compositions.
As a child, Alma showed interest in art. She made puppets and sculptures at home and took her first art classes in high school. She earned her BS in Fine Arts in 1924.
She was the first graduate of her university’s Fine Arts program. Thomas continued her education and earned her Masters in Art Education from Colombia University in 1934.
She retired from teaching in 1960 and dedicated herself to painting.
Her style of painting included large abstract paintings filled with dense patterns of bright colors that almost mimic a mosaic pattern.
She created Color Field paintings in which the entire focus of the artwork is color and color theory.
Supplies needed for this project are:
- Bristol board (or other thick art paper)
- Acrylic paint (primary colors, purple, white)
- Palette
- Water container
- Small paintbrush
- X-Acto knife
- Ruler
- Pencil
- Cork
The first step of this art project is to prepare your paper and your cork.
This painting best fits in a square composition. Measure your paper into a square and remove the excess paper with the X-Acto knife (or scissors).
Next, slice four straight lines into the end of the cork to form a square. Use the knife to remove the cork around the edges to create a square cork “stamp”.
Using a stamp to create this painting will keep the size of each square consistent and create a mosaic-like pattern in the final artwork.
Now it’s time to stamp with paint!
Using your paintbrush mix the color for the center of the design and paint a small circle in the center of the paper. (If you need help finding the center of the paper, use the ruler to lightly create an X in the center to guide you).
Next, mix the color for the first set of squares surrounding the center circle. Make enough paint to stamp the cork into the paint several times.
Use your cork “stamp” to surround the center circle with squares of paint.
Repeat this process with each color as you work from the center out.
Stamp with paint until you’ve filled the whole paper with painted squares. Set aside your artwork and allow it to thoroughly dry.
The results are a beautiful mosaic of bright, pure color.
LEGO LAB
From the Learning Commons
We are still accepting permission forms for students to be able to take home devices if,and when, necessary.
Scan the qr code to pull up the digital form. (I can send you that qr code since this form won't accept it). https://forms.gle/7te6zkjqXBZHYWeT9
Students with fines will need to pay their fines before we can issue them another device. Fines can be paid by going to our school website at the School Cash Online link.
SCCPSS Student Calendar
ELEMENTARY LUNCH MENU
SCCPSS Student/Parents Tools
Medication and Over the Counter Products
Parents and guardians are to bring ALL medication to the school. Students may never bring medication of any kind, including over-the-counter products, to school. (With a current doctor's order on file, Nurse may permit students to carry their Epi-pen or inhaler after checked in by the parent.)Supply List
Please find our 2021-2022 Supply List
Uniform Guidelines
Please follow this link to find our Uniform Requirements.
Join PTA
Your voice is important, especially in these times when the world is changing moment to moment in the blink of an eye. The PTA is a strong voice that influences educational legislation. https://whitebluffpta.memberhub.com/store
FYI - GMAS Schedule
We are providing this information now so you will know. Please do not schedule any doctors appointments or vacation trips during this time.
All Eagles will take the GMAS this year and we are looking forward to receiving and using the data. Please ensure your child will be in school on these days.
Mathematics April 26
Reading and Writing April 27
Language Arts April 28
5th Science April 29
Makeups May 2
Apply for Lunch Benefits Today
Apply for Lunch Benefits Today
We are encouraging 100% participation for completing the lunch application before the deadline. Applications are ready to be completed: Click HERE for the lunch application