Boone Meadow Friday Flyer
May 10, 2024
Field Day - Success!!!
Troy Cummings - Author Visit
Boone Meadow Voices
Dear Boone Meadow Families -
Wow! What an exhilarating week it has been at Boone Meadow Elementary! As we journey through the final few weeks of the school year, we have been blessed with numerous celebrations and enriching experiences.
Field Day: Our Field Day extravaganza was an absolute triumph! Thanks to the dedication of our incredible volunteers, the glorious weather, and a plethora of exciting outdoor activities, it truly was a day to remember.
Boone Meadow Voices Concert: We were treated to a spectacular performance by Boone Meadow Voices on Thursday evening. A heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Welch for her outstanding leadership in making this musical delight possible. Our talented students will be spreading joy with a performance at Independence Village on Monday afternoon.
Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week: A heartfelt thank you to all who contributed to Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week. Your generous gestures and acts of kindness have truly warmed our hearts. Your unwavering support and encouragement mean the world to us.
Troy Cummings Author Visit: Our author visit with Troy Cummings was nothing short of inspiring! Mr. Cummings infused the day with infectious enthusiasm and energy, captivating our students with his storytelling powers and artistic talent.
Kindy 500: It was a joyous sight to witness our Kindergarteners zooming around the building in their racecars during the Kindy 500. Special thanks to Delaney, an Indy 500 Princess, for joining in on the fun and making the day extra special. In addition, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Corporation President, Doug Boles, stopped by in a pace car for a quick photo on his way to work, which made the day even a little more special.
Coming Next Week:
Incoming Kindergarten Playground Meet and Greet: Due to inclement weather, the meet and greet has been rescheduled for Tuesday, May 14th, from 5:30-6:30. We eagerly await the opportunity to welcome the class of 2037 and their families.
Market Day: Our industrious 2nd graders will showcase their entrepreneurial spirit on Tuesday as they provide goods and services for the Boone Meadow staff and student community. Prepare to be impressed by their creativity and business acumen!
Field Trips: Next week promises exciting adventures as our 3rd graders journey to Strawtown and our Kindergarten students explore STEM Connection. We can't wait for our students to embark on these enriching experiences.
4th Grade Orff Program/Performance: Join us on Thursday evening at 6:30 as our talented 4th graders showcase their musical prowess in their Orff program/performance. It's sure to be a night filled with melody and rhythm!
As you can see, Boone Meadow Elementary is buzzing with activity and excitement these days! We cherish these beautiful May days spent with your children and are immensely grateful for your continued support.
Wishing you all a wonderful weekend filled with joy and relaxation.
Best,
Tom Hundley, Principal
Jarrod Gatlin, Assistant Principal
Dine for Dollars: Salty Cowboy on May 14
Location: Salty Cowboy, 55 E Oak Street, Zionsville, IN 46077
Date: Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Time: 4:00 - 8:30 pm
Payout: 25% back on dine-in and carry out orders
How to Earn:
In-Restaurant or Phone Carry-Out: Mention "Boone Meadow Elementary" when ordering.
Online/Mobile: Enter "Boone Meadow Elementary" in the comments/notes section to make sure your order gets credit. I would recommend confirming when you pick up to ensure it was included! https://www.saltycowboytequileria.com/
Upcoming Events & Important Dates
May Lifeline: APPRECIATION of BEAUTY & EXCELLENCE
May 13 - BME Voices to Independence Village (after school)
May 14 - Market Day (Second Grade); Dine for Dollars @ Salty Cowboy (4-8:30 PM)
May 15 - Third Grade study trip to Strawtown
May 16 - Fourth Grade Music Program (Orff) @ 6:30
May 17 - Kindergarten study trip to STEM Connection
May 22 - Zionsville History Walking Tour/Sullivan Munce (Third Grade)
May 23 - Kindy Sing @ 6:30
May 24 - Fourth Grade Study Trip to Indiana Statehouse & Walking Tour (Downtown Indy)
May 27 - Memorial Day (no school)
May 29 - Hussey-Mayfield (Zville Library) presentations
May 30 - Fourth Grade Celebration
May 31 - Last Day of School
May Lifeline: Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence
"I recognize, emotionally experience, and appreciate the beauty around me and the skill of others."
What is Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence?
Those who express an appreciation of beauty & excellence notice and appreciate beauty, excellence and/or skilled performance in all domains of life, from nature to art to mathematics to science to everyday experience.
People high in Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence are responsive to these three types of goodness:
- PHYSICAL BEAUTY - This may include auditory, tactile or abstract. This type of goodness produces awe and wonder in the person experiencing it.
- SKILL OR TALENT (EXCELLENCE) - This is often energizing, and compels a person to pursue their own goals. It inspires admiration.
- VIRTUE OR MORAL GOODNESS (MORAL BEAUTY) - Virtuous goodness makes someone want to be better, more loving, and caring.
Spring Identification
The Indiana Department of Education requires school districts to identify gifted students and provide them with appropriately differentiated curriculum and instruction. In ZCS, we consider ability and achievement data of all students each spring to identify any who may need advanced curriculum and/or instruction. This spring our team of teachers, licensed in gifted education, will look at all data to make sure that we understand the needs of each student.
Our school district is committed to continuous progress for all students, regardless of designation. Accelerated content is common in our classrooms as are heightened expectations, instructional levels and high-achieving peers. Whether or not a child is identified as needing advanced curriculum, our teachers are committed to regular assessment of skills and knowledge and matching experiences to challenge each child and help him or her make maximum academic growth. While we have approximately 20% of students who are formally identified in elementary school, more than 40% of students take advanced coursework in high school. We are proud to be a high-performing school district with high expectations for all students.
For students currently in grades K-3: Programming at the elementary level is based on student need for acceleration and enrichment within a cluster group in a general education classroom and not on labels. All student data is reviewed each year to look for several indicators that a child needs advanced instruction in order to grow academically. Our identification team looks at achievement (NWEA), ability (CogAT/OLSAT) and teacher observational data (KOI/SIGS). Since these vary from year to year with young students, we re-look at every student each spring. Parents will be notified by June 1 if their child has been recommended for more advanced curriculum. If your child was not identified through our extensive process, parents/guardians may appeal the decision. Parents/guardians can complete the appeal process by June 15. Forms are located on the Academics tab of our website under “Advanced Curriculum”:
https://4.files.edl.io/039c/01/28/20/182123-3d4a9f45-de63-4549-95a9-0341f67290eb.pdf
For students currently in grade 4: All students are considered and more formally identified for high ability each year throughout middle school where they are placed in a class with high ability curriculum. Our identification team considers either achievement (NWEA) or ability (CogAT/OLSAT) when making decisions. Parents will be notified by June 1 if their child has been recommended for differentiation based on the need for accelerated instruction and curriculum. If your child was not identified through our extensive process, parents may appeal the decision. Parents can complete the appeal process by June 15. Forms are located on the Academics tab of our website under “Advanced Curriculum”: https://4.files.edl.io/9ed3/07/24/19/163425-9b8daab0-04e6-4efb-acd8-f68c3aec4318.pdf
Note: If your child is currently identified and receiving more advanced curriculum in grades 1-4, you will not receive an email because this placement will continue for the next school year.
Building Closure This Summer
Due to BME's summer renovation project, the school building will be closed beginning June 4th. Timeline for reopening the building will be communicated as more information becomes available. Don't hesitate to reach out to us as the office team will be working remotely from other locations.
Boone Meadow will receive new flooring, paint, and wall coverings throughout a vast majority of the building. We are excited about and grateful for this refreshing of our building.
Lifelines 2023-2024
Directory Spot Information
(School Directory for Families)
The School Directory App is updated with the 2023-24 school year families!
Our Student directory is now complete! Many thanks to the PTO for organizing this helpful resource! To access the directory follow these steps:
- Go to www.directoryspot.net or download the “Directory Spot” app on a smart phone. Click “Login”.
- Enter your email address as your Username, and click on “Reset Password”. An email will be sent to you with a link to set your password.
- Click on the link in the email to set your password and to log in.
If you have trouble logging in, please contact PTO Secretary, Brecken VanHoy at brecken.vanhoy@gmail.com
Lunch Guest Information & Reservations
Lunch Guest Reservations
We are ready to welcome lunch guests! Students and their guests will have lunch at designated locations in the front lobby area. Please no more than 2 guests per student due to limited space.
Here's how it works:
- Sign up for a reservation in advance using this link: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/BMELunchSchedule@zcsk12in.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/ When you sign up, please be certain to complete all fields requested.
- Be sure to notify your child's teacher so they are informed to send your child to the front lobby to meet you/guest during their scheduled lunch time.
- Bring a photo ID and arrive 5 minutes early (lunch times are listed on the signup form link above).
- Your child will meet you in the front office area when they are ready
Visitor and Volunteer Procedures
During the school day, all volunteers are expected to check in at the front office. Prior to the volunteer opportunity, all volunteers must sign a Non-disclosure Acknowledgement Form and have successfully completed a Full Criminal History Background Check.. Necessary background check paperwork is available on the ZCS website at the Volunteers/BRAVO link and should be submitted at least 10 days prior to the intended volunteer date. Volunteers must also view the state mandated confidentiality/bullying video, provided on the Volunteer/BRAVO website. The volunteer will pay the fee for the full background check which will expire after 5 years.
During the school day, all visitors must enter via the front door and sign-in at the front office. Visitors need to be prepared to present a government issued photo ID which will be scanned against the National Sex Offender Registry. All visitors will be issued a visitor badge/tag to be worn inside the building at all times. Visitors other than parents/guardians must be prearranged and organized through the main office.
Contact Us
Email: thundley@zcs.k12.in.us
Website: https://bme.zcs.k12.in.us/
Location: 5555 S Main St, Whitestown, IN, United States
Phone: 3178732226
Twitter: @ZCSBoone_Meadow