BCE Bearmail 3/24/17

March 24, 2017

 

Dear BCE Families,

 

Walk-Jogathon ~ The BCE Walk-jogathon has been rescheduled for next Tuesday, March 28.  Thank you for being flexible and understanding as we all do our best to work around the vast amount of rain we've had this year!

 

Amazon ~ Our Parent Club participates in the Amazon Smile program.  Signing up is easy!  All you need to do is go to smile.amazon.com or click on the Amazon Smile button on our Parent Club home page (https://sites.google.com/site/bceparentsclub/).  After you sign up all you need to do is go to the smile.amazon.com page and shop as usual.  A percentage of every purchase made through Smile Amazon will be donated to BCE.  For more information please check out our Parent Club home page or visit smile.amazon.com

 

State Testing ~ Our 3^rd, 4^th and 5^th grade students are scheduled to take the state assessment test (CAASPP) during the first two weeks of May.  Please click here to read a letter from our District that will provide you with important additional information about the Smarter Balanced Assessment.

 

California School Dashboard ~ Please click here to view a letter that explains the preliminary roll-out of the new accountability system in California - The California School Dashboard.  In addition, the California Department of Education has prepared a wealth of resources for parents you can explore. This is a very early version of the tool and we are all learning together, so please stay tuned for future updates.

 

Need Kindergarten? ~ Kindergarten registration for fall 2017 opened on March 15.  Visit the BCE office to pick up a registration packet and sign up for a spot to attend one of our two remaining Kindergarten orientations and tours.  Tours will take place at 9 am on April 18 and May 10 (adults only please).  To begin the registration process, please plan on bringing your child's birth certificate, immunization record and proof of address (e.g. utility bill with your name and address).  For more information contact Alma, our Registrar - asteinberg@slvusd.org.

Children must be five years old by September 1 in order to enroll in Kindergarten.  If your student has a September, October or November birthday you might be interested in our Transitional Kindergarten (TK) program.  For more information please call the BCE office at 831-338-6413.

We're looking forward to your student joining our BCE learning community!

Please Join Us! ~ Please join our superintendent, Dr. Laurie Bruton, as she discusses the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) for SLVUSD.  For your convenience two meetings have been planned.  The first will take place on March 28 at 6:30 pm in the Multi-Use room at the High School and the second meeting will take place on April 11 in the library at BCE.  This will be a wonderful opportunity to not only learn about the plan, but to provide input.  Please click here for a flyer and additional information.

Upcoming Dates to Remember

·       Tuesday 3/28 = BCE's Walk-Jogathon

·       April 3 – 7 = Spring Break, No School

·       Tuesday 4/11 = SLVUSD LCAP Meeting, 6:30 BCE Library

·       Thursday 4/13 = Parent Club Meeting

·       Wednesday 4/19 = Family Dinner Night, BC Pizza & Pub

·       Friday 4/21 = Family Art Night

Quote of the Week (Perseverance)

"The successful person will profit from his mistake and try again in a different way."

~ Dale Carnegie

Did you know???

School attendance is a baseline factor in determining student success.  Are you supporting your student's academic success?  If you are struggling with this issue, please let us know - we'd love to be able to work with you to solve this important issue.

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend!

The BCE Way:  BE RESPECTFUL, BE SAFE, BE RESPONSIBLE

BCE PARENT CLUB EVENT & MEETING REMINDERS:

  

Walk – jog – a – thon - Our beloved Walk-jog-a-thon has been postponed one final time.  It will be on Tuesday, March 28 at the uppers playground area. Please keep collecting those pledges, and have your child wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes, so that they can do their best. 100% of our donations will go to support BCE programs, events, and supplies.  Be there or be square!  If you would like to volunteer, please contact Kat Gafford at bcepc.execs@gmail.com.  Thank you for your support! 

 

Yearbook Link – All picture takers, we need your help!!  If you have any pictures from school-wide events, please share them with us.

The Yearbook committee needs pictures of the Science Fair and any other field trips or school events uploaded to the website.  Watch for the posters as you will be able to purchase your child's yearbook starting next week!

Do you have pictures of BCE's Halloween, Family Science Night or Holiday Sing/Celebrations?

Please upload them to our yearbook website under one of these categories or your child's teacher's name:

http://edo.entourageyearbooks. com/UploadPhotos.asp?yearbook_ id=22740

 

Mini Mermaid Running Club (MMRC) – If you love running and have some time to make a difference in the lives of our BCE students, please check out the description below of the MMRC.  Mini Mermaid Running Club (MMRC) is a six week program of self-discovery, confidence-building, and goal-setting for elementary and middle school-aged girls.  Having served over 6000 girls worldwide, we teach girls that the finish line is just the beginning through thoughtful curriculum and training for a 5k that addresses girls' mind, body and spirit.  Through a structured curriculum-based program, MMRC gives girls the tools they need to live a healthier life.

If you are interested in bringing this program to BCE, please email Tammy Schultz at bcepc.execs@gmail.com.

 

 

Facebook – Find us and like us on Facebook. Search for Boulder Creek Elementary Parent Club.

 

 

Email us at bcepc.execs@gmail.com

Visit us at https://sites.google.com/site/bceparentsclub/

(Are you great with maintaining websites and looking for a stress-free way to help the Parents Club? Please contact us at the email address above to help us get our website back on track!)

If you know someone who would like to receive Bearmail, please have them email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

If you no longer wish to receive Bearmail, please email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

Please do not reply to Bearmail.  Instead, email asteinberg@slvusd.org, or mzavaroni@slvusd.org.

COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY LINK

 

Please click on the following link to view a variety of opportunities for your child(ren) that are offered throughout the valley and Santa Cruz areas by various organizations, such as Boy/Girl Scouts, Sports, Arts-Drama-Theater, Local Events, Community Service, Quest/YMCA (before/after-school child care), etc. Link here:  https://sites.google.com/a/slvusd.org/community-link/

 

This link is provided as a courtesy for parents & students, by the San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District, to receive information of current local events and opportunities.  The San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District does not sponsor or endorse any of the organizations or events that are located here.

 

The Flyer Process for San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District is posted on the "home" page of the District website at www.slvusd.org.   The flyers and/or blurbs are no longer inserted into the school newsletters or distributed to the children.  The District is making an effort to reduce the amount of paper that is sent home with your child(ren) and is working together to streamline the newsletter so that you read about the most important information regarding your child's school.  The District has created a website where all of the approved flyers will be posted (Community Opportunity).

BCE Bearmail 3/17/17

March 17, 2017

 

Dear BCE Families,

 

Congratulations ~ Congratulations are in order for Miles Hoogner (Decoding Gravity) and Marcus Spracklen (Investigation into Biodegradable Bags)  who were award winners at the Santa Cruz County Science Fair.   Specific awards, prizes and honors for each project will be announced at an Awards Ceremony on March 20.  Congratulations boys, we're so proud of you!

 

State Testing ~ Our 3^rd, 4^th and 5^th grade students are scheduled to take the state assessment test (CAASPP) during the first two weeks of May.  Please click here to read a letter from our District that will provide you with important additional information about the Smarter Balanced Assessment.

 

California School Dashboard ~ Please click here to view a letter that explains the preliminary roll-out of the new new accountability system in California - The California School Dashboard.  In addition, the California Department of Education has prepared a wealth of resources for parents you can explore. This is a very early version of the tool and we are all learning together, so please stay tuned for future updates.

 

Thank you! ~ A big thank you to the Gafford family and our BCE Parent Club for hosting a successful Family Movie Night.  These family events are always so fun and a great way to enjoy our BCE community.

 

SLVUSD Facebook Page ~ We have recently launched the SLVUSD Facebook page. This is a great place to see all the wonderful things that are going on at BCE and throughout the district. Please visit www.facebook.com/slvusd  

Need Kindergarten? ~ Kindergarten registration for fall 2017 will open on March 15.  Visit the BCE office to pick up a registration packet and sign up for a spot to attend one of our two remaining Kindergarten orientations and tours.  Tours will take place at 9 am on April 18 and May 10 (adults only please).  To begin the registration process, please plan on bringing your child's birth certificate, immunization record and proof of address (e.g. utility bill with your name and address).  For more information contact Alma, our Registrar - asteinberg@slvusd.org.

Children must be five years old by September 1 in order to enroll in Kindergarten.  If your student has a September, October or November birthday you might be interested in our Transitional Kindergarten (TK) program.  For more information please call the BCE office at 831-338-6413.

We're looking forward to your student joining our BCE learning community!

Please Join Us! ~ Please join our superintendent, Dr. Laurie Bruton, as she discusses the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) for SLVUSD.  For your convenience two meetings have been planned.  The first will take place on March 28 at 6:30 pm in the Multi-Use room at the High School and the second meeting will take place on April 11 in the library at BCE.  This will be a wonderful opportunity to not only learn about the plan, but to provide input.  Please click here for a flyer and additional information.

Upcoming Dates to Remember

·       Friday 3/24 = BCE's Walk-Jogathon

·       April 3 – 7 = Spring Break, No School

·       Tuesday 4/11 = SLVUSD LCAP Meeting, 6:30 BCE Library

·       Thursday 4/13 = Parent Club Meeting

·       Wednesday 4/19 = Family Dinner Night, BC Pizza & Pub

Quote of the Week (Success)

"What lies ahead of you and what lies behind you are nothing compared to what lies within you."

~ Mary Engelbreit

Did you know???

At the heart of good manners is a respect for oneself and others. Good manners convey a sense of respect for the sensibilities of other people. When you say, "thank you" you're taking the time to make the other person feel appreciated.  Saying "please" respects a person's right not to do what you've asked.

 

Thank you for supporting your students by helping them practice their good manners.

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend!

The BCE Way:  BE RESPECTFUL, BE SAFE, BE RESPONSIBLE

BCE PARENT CLUB EVENT & MEETING REMINDERS:

  

Walk – jog – a – thon - Get ready for the annual Walk-Jog-a-thon on Friday, March 24!  Look in your child's mail for the pledge sheet and start pledging!! On that Friday morning, we will be on uppers to walk/jog our way to supporting the school.  If you would like to volunteer, please contact Kat Gafford at bcepc.execs@gmail.com.    Thank you for your support! 

 

Yearbook Link – All picture takers, we need your help!!  If you have any pictures from school-wide events, please share them with us.

The Yearbook committee needs pictures of the Science Fair and any other field trips or school events uploaded to the website.  Watch for the posters as you will be able to purchase your child's yearbook starting next week!

Do you have pictures of BCE's Halloween, Family Science Night or Holiday Sing/Celebrations?

Please upload them to our yearbook website under one of these categories or your child's teacher's name:

http://edo.entourageyearbooks.com/UploadPhotos.asp?yearbook_id=22740

 

 

Mini Mermaid Running Club (MMRC) – If you love running and have some time to make a difference in the lives of our BCE students, please check out the description below of the MMRC.  Mini Mermaid Running Club (MMRC) is a six week program of self-discovery, confidence-building, and goal-setting for elementary and middle school-aged girls.  Having served over 6000 girls worldwide, we teach girls that the finish line is just the beginning through thoughtful curriculum and training for a 5k that addresses girls' mind, body and spirit.  Through a structured curriculum-based program, MMRC gives girls the tools they need to live a healthier life.

If you are interested in bringing this program to BCE, please email Tammy Schultz at bcepc.execs@gmail.com.

 

 

Facebook – Find us and like us on Facebook. Search for Boulder Creek Elementary Parent Club.

 

 

Email us at bcepc.execs@gmail.com

Visit us at https://sites.google.com/site/bceparentsclub/

(Are you great with maintaining websites and looking for a stress-free way to help the Parents Club? Please contact us at the email address above to help us get our website back on track!)

If you know someone who would like to receive Bearmail, please have them email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

If you no longer wish to receive Bearmail, please email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

Please do not reply to Bearmail.  Instead, email asteinberg@slvusd.org, or mzavaroni@slvusd.org.

COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY LINK

 

Please click on the following link to view a variety of opportunities for your child(ren) that are offered throughout the valley and Santa Cruz areas by various organizations, such as Boy/Girl Scouts, Sports, Arts-Drama-Theater, Local Events, Community Service, Quest/YMCA (before/after-school child care), etc. Link here:  https://sites.google.com/a/slvusd.org/community-link/

 

This link is provided as a courtesy for parents & students, by the San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District, to receive information of current local events and opportunities.  The San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District does not sponsor or endorse any of the organizations or events that are located here.

 

The Flyer Process for San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District is posted on the "home" page of the District website at www.slvusd.org.   The flyers and/or blurbs are no longer inserted into the school newsletters or distributed to the children.  The District is making an effort to reduce the amount of paper that is sent home with your child(ren) and is working together to streamline the newsletter so that you read about the most important information regarding your child's school.  The District has created a website where all of the approved flyers will be posted (Community Opportunity).

Special BCE Bearmail 3/14/17 - Rumor Control

March 14, 2017

 

Dear BCE Families,

I want to let you know the truth behind a rumor that seems to be spreading through some of our classrooms this afternoon.

 

Earlier today a pocketknife was found by a few students at morning recess and turned in to the office.  Some time later some blood spots were found in the tennis court area. As a safety precaution, I contacted our Sheriff's Resource Officer (SRO), Kris Koenig, and he came up to take a look at the tennis court and the security camera footage.  He quickly confirmed that the blood belonged to a small animal or two that had minor injuries to their feet. 

 

Many of our teachers spoke to their students this afternoon to explain that the two events were completely unrelated and to dispel a rumor that there had been a more significant event on the tennis courts.

Thank you for helping to explain if your students have questions.

The BCE Way:  BE RESPECTFUL, BE SAFE, BE RESPONSIBLE

If you know someone who would like to receive Bearmail, please have them email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

If you no longer wish to receive Bearmail, please email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

Please do not reply to Bearmail.  Instead, email asteinberg@slvusd.org, or mzavaroni@slvusd.org.

COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY LINK

 

Please click on the following link to view a variety of opportunities for your child(ren) that are offered throughout the valley and Santa Cruz areas by various organizations, such as Boy/Girl Scouts, Sports, Arts-Drama-Theater, Local Events, Community Service, Quest/YMCA (before/after-school child care), etc. Link here:  https://sites.google.com/a/slvusd.org/community-link/

 

This link is provided as a courtesy for parents & students, by the San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District, to receive information of current local events and opportunities.  The San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District does not sponsor or endorse any of the organizations or events that are located here.

 

The Flyer Process for San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District is posted on the "home" page of the District website at www.slvusd.org.   The flyers and/or blurbs are no longer inserted into the school newsletters or distributed to the children.  The District is making an effort to reduce the amount of paper that is sent home with your child(ren) and is working together to streamline the newsletter so that you read about the most important information regarding your child's school.  The District has created a website where all of the approved flyers will be posted (Community Opportunity).

BCE Bearmail 3/10/17 - Family Movie Night Tonight!!!

March 10, 2017

 

Dear BCE Families,

 

Thank you ~ Thank you for your patience and understanding as we dealt with the District server being down.  We weren't able to send out a Bearmail last week so a bit of this information is somewhat outdated.

 

SLVUSD Facebook Page ~ We have recently launched the SLVUSD Facebook page. This is a great place to see all the wonderful things that are going on at BCE and throughout the district. Please visit www.facebook.com/slvusd  

Talent Show ~ Last Tuesday was our annual BCE Talent show and all I can say is WOW!  What a talented group of students we have here!  I was so impressed with their dedication and bravery.  I've already heard some of the kids planning their act for next year! 

Family Movie Night ~ I hope you can join us for BCE Family Movie Night tonight. Doors to the MP will open at 6 pm and the movie (Finding Dory) will begin at 6:30 pm.  There is no cost for the movie and there will be baked goods available to purchase with money going towards the 5^th grade Science Camp fund.

Omega Nu ~ A big BCE thank you goes out to Omega Nu of Santa Cruz's Funds For Fundamentals program.  Due to their generosity, ten of our teachers received grants and will share $1800 to support classroom and physical educational activities here at BCE.

Thank You! ~ On behalf of our entire staff I want to thank our Parent Club and all the families that participated in making Staff Appreciation week so special for us.  The decorated classroom doors reminded the teachers every morning as they arrived that they were entering a room where the families appreciated and supported them.  The daily treats were enjoyed by the entire staff and the luncheon was above and beyond!  Additionally, there were flowers, cards and gifts that surprised and delighted many staff members.  BCE is such a special place.  Thank you for this outpouring of love and support, it means so much to all of us!  We are so very lucky to be working with such amazing students and families.

Need Kindergarten? ~ Kindergarten registration for fall 2017 will open on March 15.  Visit the BCE office to pick up a registration packet and sign up for a spot to attend one of our three Kindergarten orientations and tours.  Tours will take place at 9am on March 16, April 18 and May 10 (adults only please).  To begin the registration process, please plan on bringing your child's birth certificate, immunization record and proof of address (e.g. utility bill with your name and address).  For more information contact Alma, our Registrar - asteinberg@slvusd.org.

Children must be five years old by September 1 in order to enroll in Kindergarten.  If your student has a September, October or November birthday you might be interested in our Transitional Kindergarten (TK) program.  For more information please call the BCE office at 831-338-6413.

We're looking forward to your student joining our BCE learning community!

Please Join Us! ~ Please join our superintendent, Dr. Laurie Bruton, as she discusses the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) for SLVUSD.  For your convenience two meetings have been planned.  The first will take place on March 28th at 6:30 pm in the Multi-Use room at the High School and the second meeting will take place on April 11^th in the library at BCE.  This will be a wonderful opportunity to not only learn about the plan, but to provide input.  Please click here for a flyer and additional information.

Upcoming Dates to Remember

·       Friday 3/10 = BCE Family Movie Night

·       Friday 3/24 = BCE's Walk-Jogathon

·       April 3 – 7 = Spring Break, No School

·       Tuesday 4/11 = SLVUSD LCAP Meeting, 6:30 BCE Library

Quote of the Week (Courage)

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."

~ Eleanor Roosevelt

Did you know???

Lesson that our teachers create and present in class cannot be duplicated by completing worksheets or pages in a textbook.  When your student misses time from class they are not receiving the quality experience they have with our outstanding staff. 

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend!

The BCE Way:  BE RESPECTFUL, BE SAFE, BE RESPONSIBLE

BCE PARENT CLUB EVENT & MEETING REMINDERS:

 

Movie, movie, movie! -  Join us tonight  in the multipurpose room for a free showing of Finding Dory.  Bring your blankets, pillows and stuffies and get cozy with friends.  You'll want to get there a little early for set up. The doors will open at 6 pm and a movie will start promptly at 6:30 pm.  We will have popcorn and water for free, and our lovely fifth graders will have a bake sale with goodies and juice.  You won't want to miss this! 

 

Walk – jog – a – thon - Get ready for the annual Walk-Jog-a-thon on Friday, March 24!  Look in your child's mail for the pledge sheet and start pledging!! On that Friday morning, we will be on uppers to walk/jog our way to supporting the school.  If you would like to volunteer, please contact Kat Gafford at bcepc.execs@gmail.com.    Thank you for your support! 

 

Yearbook Link – All picture takers, we need your help!!  If you have any pictures from school-wide events, please share them with us.

The Yearbook committee needs pictures of the Science Fair and any other field trips or school events uploaded to the website.  Watch for the posters as you will be able to purchase your child's yearbook starting next week!

Do you have pictures of BCE's Halloween, Family Science Night or Holiday Sing/Celebrations?

Please upload them to our yearbook website under one of these categories or your child's teacher's name:

http://edo.entourageyearbooks.com/UploadPhotos.asp?yearbook_id=22740

 

 

Mini Mermaid Running Club (MMRC) – If you love running and have some time to make a difference in the lives of our BCE students, please check out the description below of the MMRC.  Mini Mermaid Running Club (MMRC) is a six week program of self-discovery, confidence-building, and goal-setting for elementary and middle school-aged girls.  Having served over 6000 girls worldwide, we teach girls that the finish line is just the beginning through thoughtful curriculum and training for a 5k that addresses girls' mind, body and spirit.  Through a structured curriculum-based program, MMRC gives girls the tools they need to live a healthier life.

If you are interested in bringing this program to BCE, please email Tammy Schultz at bcepc.execs@gmail.com.

 

 

Facebook – Find us and like us on Facebook. Search for Boulder Creek Elementary Parent Club.

 

 

Email us at bcepc.execs@gmail.com

Visit us at https://sites.google.com/site/bceparentsclub/

(Are you great with maintaining websites and looking for a stress-free way to help the Parents Club? Please contact us at the email address above to help us get our website back on track!)

If you know someone who would like to receive Bearmail, please have them email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

If you no longer wish to receive Bearmail, please email rogilvie@slvusd.org.

Please do not reply to Bearmail.  Instead, email asteinberg@slvusd.org, or mzavaroni@slvusd.org.

COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY LINK

 

Please click on the following link to view a variety of opportunities for your child(ren) that are offered throughout the valley and Santa Cruz areas by various organizations, such as Boy/Girl Scouts, Sports, Arts-Drama-Theater, Local Events, Community Service, Quest/YMCA (before/after-school child care), etc. Link here:  https://sites.google.com/a/slvusd.org/community-link/

 

This link is provided as a courtesy for parents & students, by the San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District, to receive information of current local events and opportunities.  The San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District does not sponsor or endorse any of the organizations or events that are located here.

 

The Flyer Process for San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District is posted on the "home" page of the District website at www.slvusd.org.   The flyers and/or blurbs are no longer inserted into the school newsletters or distributed to the children.  The District is making an effort to reduce the amount of paper that is sent home with your child(ren) and is working together to streamline the newsletter so that you read about the most important information regarding your child's school.  The District has created a website where all of the approved flyers will be posted (Community Opportunity).