K-8 August Newsletter
August
AUGUST NEWSLETTER
Principal's Welcome Message
Welcome back to the 2024-2025 school year bulldogs! We are thrilled to begin this new year with all of our previous students and would love to welcome our new families to our school! The excitement in the air is contagious as we prepare to embark on a journey filled with learning, growing, and countless opportunities.
As we open our doors and hearts to another year of exploration, let's remember the words "Embark on the journey of learning as we navigate towards the 'A.'" Together, we'll strive for excellence, supporting each other every step of the way. We can't wait to witness the incredible achievements that this year will bring. Here's to a fantastic school year!
Lets make this year the best one yet!
Dr. Yaimy Siboret
Exciting Newsđź“Ł
New Breakfast and Lunch Program
We're excited to announce our new lunch program for this school year! All scholars will receive free breakfast and lunch, with fresh made-daily meals provided for everyone. We're committed to nourishing our students with healthy, delicious options each day.
Middle School Electives
We're thrilled to introduce our new electives for our middle school students. Scholars can now explore Peer Counseling, Speech and Debate, Creative Writing, Business Entrepreneurship, and Team Sports. Additionally, we are offering French, Chinese and American Sign Language through Florida Virtual School. These language classes will be supervised by Ms. Cornejo, our middle school Spanish teacher, ensuring a supportive learning environment.
Arrival and Dismissal Times and Location
Uniform Policy
All students must wear school uniforms.
1. All uniforms polo shirts must be of the proper colors with our school’s logo on the left hand side of the shirt.
2. All uniform shirts must be tucked in and not worn in a “baggy” fashion. Pants must be worn at the waist.
3. All pants that have belt loops must be worn with a belt. A belt that is long and hangs from the waist is not acceptable.
4. Skirts or polo dresses must be of a modest length. A modest length means that, if a student kneels, the skirt or polo dress must be no more than two inches above the floor.
5. Winter jackets must be a school approved sweater/jacket or a plain navy-blue sweater/jacket or fleece, with no graphics. No hoodies are allowed.
6. No crocks, high heels, sandals, or wedges permitted.
7. Sneakers / shoes should match school colors (navy-blue, white and/or black) Shoes may have laces or Velcro; socks are mandatory.
TOPS:
1. All uniforms must be of the proper colors with our school’s logo on the left-hand side of the shirt. 2. All boys’ shirts must be tucked in and not worn in a “baggy” fashion.
3. All sweaters worn must be the school sweater, which can be purchased at the school or through Ibiley. No non-school sweater or hoodie allowed.
4. The acceptable tops and colors allowed are as follows: Elementary (K-5): • Polo- Light blue, white, and navy blue • School spirit shirt (sold at school) *Only to be worn on Fridays and school field trips* • Navy Blue Polo Dress • Long Sleeve Rugby Middle School (6th – 8th): • Polo -Light blue, white, navy blue, and light grey • School spirit shirt (sold at school) *Only to be worn on Fridays and school field trips*
BOTTOMS:
The acceptable bottoms and colors allowed are as follows: • Navy blue or khaki pants *No leggings, joggers or denim* • Navy blue or khaki bermuda shorts *No denim* • Navy blue or khaki skort (Kindergarten – 5th grade only)
Visit Ibiley web page to order.
Birthday Celebration Policy
We want to ensure that everyone can participate safely. This year, to protect our students with food allergies, we are making a change: instead of food or desserts on campus, we will only allow goodie bags that contain no candy, drinks, or food items. These goodie bags can be filled with fun activities and surprises to make our celebrations joyful and inclusive for everyone.
We understand this is a change, and we appreciate your support in keeping our community safe. Please note that we will not be making any exceptions to this policy.
Parents may send a special birthday wish, including a small surprise, a signed birthday cards, special message projected on the screen and we will sing happy birthday during lunch time. The cost for this is $10. The birthday form can be filled out on our school webpage and you may pay using cash only in the front office.
Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to celebrating together in a fun and safe way!
Focus Parent Access
Upcoming Dates to Remember đź’ˇ
Ice Cream Day
Wednesday, Aug 21, 2024, 02:15 PM
Wear your Spirit Shirt
Friday, Aug 23, 2024, 08:00 AM
No Uniform Day $2 (appropriate clothes, no ripped jeans , girls shorts must be knee length)
Friday, Aug 30, 2024, 08:00 AM
Picture Day
Tuesday, Sep 3, 2024, 08:00 AM
Open House K-2nd Grade
Open house will end at 5:30 p.m
Wednesday, Sep 11, 2024, 04:30 PM
Open House 3-5th Grade
Wednesday, Sep 11, 2024, 06:00 PM
Get Cleared to Become a Volunteer
https://www.bridgeprephollywoodhills.com/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=561871&type=d
Parental involvement is a fundamental part of your child's success. Make sure you complete the steps to become a school volunteer. BridgePrep Academy has many opportunities throughout the school year for parents to join us and support. Click on the link above and follow the instruction to be clear and ready to volunteer.