

Butler Bear News
August 1, 2024

Vol. 2025 Issue 41
February 21, 2025
GOOD THINGS
Thank you to those that came out to support Seaside School by participating in their annual Seaside School Half Marathon + 5K. We are so proud of these young ladies, Ms. McCullen and Mr. Ross!
Sadie finished in third place within her age bracket! Way to go!
Thank you Magnet Innovation Center for sending students over to perform for some of our students on Thursday. We loved to see your performance of Fairytales Rewritten!
Parents check out the link below for free children's tickets for the show this weekend!
*If you have a "Good Thing" you would like to share, please email Mrs. Michal and it will be added to our next newsletter.
MONTHLY CALENDAR
- Parents, come in on Monday or Friday to join your student(s) for lunch.
- Be advised, we do not allow lunch visitors on days that we are hosting school events, such as House Day, early release, etc.
- Make sure to bring your I.D. to check in at the front office before enjoying lunch with your student(s).
UPDATED SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT
The safety of our students is our top priority. During morning drop off, please make sure to go through the car line if you are not parking to walk your student to the school. The parking lot is not a designated "drop and go" location. Also, please do not leave your student(s) at the door before our staff are scheduled to supervise at 7:05AM. We appreciate your support in assuring our students are safe.
UPCOMING SCHOOL EVENTS/PROGRAMS
Literacy Night February 26th
Come out and join us for an evening of fun and games, while also enhancing literacy skills! Our Spring Book Fair will also be open, so make sure to stop in and grab your next great book! Click the links below for more information.
Seeking Out of this World Book Fair Volunteers
Click the link below to view volunteer time slots where you will help students purchase books and bring smiles to their faces! Please note, you must be an approved volunteer to assist during this event.
Dates range from February 24th through March 7th
Read to Feed Rewards
Look at these fun rewards our students get for reading and earning Accelerated Reader points!
Kindergarten Registration Opens March 3rd
ATTENTION UPRISING MIDDLE SCHOOLERS
JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL BUTLER BEAR BALL
COMMUNITY EVENTS/PROGRAMS
Spirit Event
Need lunch or dinner plans next Tuesday, Feb. 25th?? Go out and enjoy some delicious food at Cajun Corner!
Summer Camp Opportunity
Check out this cool week long camp opportunity for your student(s)!
FREE Child Find Screenings
Do you have concerns about your child's speech, communications, learning, behavior, vision or hearing? Freeport Learning Center provides FREE screenings year-round.
Need to schedule an appointment? Check out the PDF below to see the next steps.
CLUB MEETINGS
Club meeting days/times are subject to change. Make sure you're communicating with your club leader for real time information.
DISMISSAL FROM CLUBS REMINDER
If your student(s) is/are participating in any after school clubs, please be sure to update PikMyKid to reflect the club they will be attending. If you do not see the club option, please call the school to assist you.
MORNING DROP OFF
Please remember that we do not provide child supervision until 7:05 a.m. We ask that you keep your student(s) in your car until that time. We will then open the doors for students to get breakfast or go to class at 7:05 a.m. If you are dropping your student(s) off in the mornings, keep in mind that the drop off time is fastest between 7:05 and 7:20.
We want to make sure all of our students stay safe while on campus.
SIX HOUSES, ONE FAMILY
The Ron Clark Academy House System is a dynamic, exciting, and proven way to create a positive climate and culture for students and staff. Students are celebrated for their efforts through a process that builds character, empowers academic excellence, fosters school spirit, enhances relationships, and promotes a culture of belonging for all.
Click on the Houses below to learn more.
CAPTURING KIDS HEARTS
"If you have a child's heart ... you have a child's mind" - Flip Flippen / Founder & Chairman
We are proud to be a National Showcase School for CKH!
Check out the links below to see what is happening for the month of November.
BUS INFO
Please contact the front office if you have questions or changes regarding your student's transportation. You can also check your student's bus online by visiting the link below and sign up for the Here Comes the Bus tracking app using the attached flyers below.
WALKERS
Parents residing South of Hwy 98 and West of Co Hwy 393 to 30-a have the option to walk with their child to and from school each day. A walker pass MUST be obtained in the office. Please provide a proof of residency when applying for the pass. Walker passes are not available for parents who wish to park in the parking lot and walk up to retrieve their child. Parents who wish to have their child walk or bike to school unaccompanied must get administrative approval and have a written note on file at school.
STAY CONNECTED
LUNCHROOM
NURSES NOOK
FOCUS
PTO CORNER
The Butler Parent Teacher Organization is a volunteer group that strives to enhance academic technology, and school spirit experiences for students and staff at Butler through various fundraisers and events all year.
SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING
FortifyFL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows you to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials.
CONGRATULATIONS WALTON COUNTY!
SUPERINTENDENT'S MONTHLY UPDATE
Jimmy Ross
Allison Harber
Hannah Gomillion
We Are BEARS!
Van R Butler Elementary School
6694 W. Co Hwy 30A
Santa Rosa Beach FL 32459
850-622-5041