BEAR CREEK BLAST
January 21st-25th
No Excuses University @ Bear Creek
Around the World @ BCE
Counselor's Corner
Fifth grade parents:
We are currently looking for individually determined students to join HMS AVID Elective Classes for the 2019-2020 school year! AVID's mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society. Students who participate in AVID receive instruction on strategies that prepare them to succeed in rigorous courses so that they become not only college-eligible, but also college-ready.
For more information about AVID, visit the GCISD AVID Website: https://www.gcisd.net/cms/one.aspx?pageId=189091
Applications will be available digitally beginning January 8 via https://goo.gl/vYHmiU
Applications are also accessible via a QR code.
The deadline to submit an application is April 5.
If you have any questions about AVID, please contact Mrs. Martinez. 817-305-4853
Spring Parent Technology Academy Sessions
Spring Parent Technology Academy Sessions
GCISD Technology is excited to announce our Spring Session line up with several new sessions. Stay tuned as more will be added to our list as we keep receiving the request from the community.
January 10th - Internet Safety at School and Home - SIGN UP HERE
Hear about the signs of online dangers, cyberbullying and more. Then dive into tools you can use to protect your home computers just like we do those at school.
January 23rd - Social media impact and building your student profile in Linkedin ( co-presented with Microsoft ) -SIGN UP HERE
Hear real-life examples of students that have lost scholarships or college acceptance due to social media disasters. Then hear from Microsoft as they outline ways to build a Linkin Profile to attached recruiters and more!
February 12th - Hour of Code - Parent Edition -SIGN UP HERE
Come dive in and experience what students across GCISD do each day with hands-on activities around coding
February 26th - Understanding Minecraft ( Presented by Microsoft) -SIGN UP HERE
Come and learn about the power of Minecraft in education, get tips directly for Microsoft on parental settings for use at home.
March 21st - Internet Addiction " Gaming"--SIGN UP HERE
More than 5 million kids may be addicted to video games. 31% of males and 12 % of females report that have felt addicted to gaming. Come to hear from Dr Kay Trotter, PhD, LPC-s, RPT-S from local Kaleidoscope Behavioral Health as she discusses the signs and symptoms of this growing addiction. Learn some tips and be a part of the discussion around online gaming and internet addiction.
April 16th - Apps Parents Need to Know -SIGN UP HERE
Take part in this interactive discussion around the growing world of apps that students are using. Go being the scenes to hear the truth behind the apps and what dangers there are to those who use them
Virtual Session Coming Soon - Fortnite ( a Parents Guide ) - SIGN UP HERE
Many have asked some come and experience Fortnite for parents. Hear about details of the game and dive into parental settings for the various gaming systems students use to play online.
GCISD Community Showcase at TECC
Have you ever wondered what goes on inside of a GCISD classroom? Have you ever been curious about how LEAD 2021 looks in action? Join GCISD for a Community Showcase at the Technology Education and Career Center (TECC) at Grapevine High School on January 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m for a tour led by students and staff. This opportunity is limited to the first 20 participants. Click here to sign up for this Community Showcase.
A note from PTA
GCISD Pre-K Information Night
GCISD Pre-K information night for 2019-2020 school year on Tuesday, January 22, 2018. This will take place 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the GCISD Professional Development Education Center (PDEC), 5800 Colleyville Blvd.
LOVE YOUR DEVICE CONTEST!
"The Talk" Presentation
Parents are invited to a conversation with Dr. Jeff Livingston MD, a local OB/GYN, about how to talk with their children about sex. "The Talk", can feel intimidating and we hope that this presentation will empower parents with knowledge about what to share and when to share it. Join us on Tuesday, January 29 at 6:00 p.m. in the GCISD Board Room at 3051 Ira E. Woods Avenue in Grapevine. The presentation will be recorded and available for viewing through the GCISD website on the Social Emotional Support page.
Rachel's Challenge Shirt Contest
Rachel's Challenge Shirt Contest
Students, you could be the artist behind our new Rachel's Challenge shirt for 2019 and everyone could be wearing your artwork. See the details in the flyer.
Reading Tip!
Crack Open the Dictionary!
Let your child see you use a dictionary. Say, "Hmm, I'm not sure what that word means... I think I'll look it up."
Upcoming Events
1/24 - Bear Creek Around the World (all day)
6:45-8pm - Family Night at Around the World
1/24 - 3:30pm CEC Meeting
1/25 - 7:15am High Five Friday
1/25 - Pep Rally
2/5 - 7am PTA Exec Board Mtg
2/14 - 2pm Class Parties
2/18 - NO SCHOOL
2/22 - High Five Friday
2/22 - Pep Rally
3/5 - 7am PTA Exec Board (plc room)
3/7 - NEU Tailgate
3/8 - End of 9 Weeks
3/11-15 - NO SCHOOL - SPRING BREAK
Elementary
Parent and Family
Engagement Policy
Bear Creek Information
Email: bryan.calvert@gcisd.net
Website: http://bces.gcisd.net/
Location: 401 Bear Creek Drive, Euless, TX, United States
Phone: 817-305-4860
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bear-Creek-Elementary-School-419577174755694/
Twitter: @BearCreekElem