October 4th - Holiday

October 9th - Donuts with Dad

October 10th - Holiday

October 11th - Holiday

October 14th - Holiday

October 15th - Holiday

October 17th - Pink Out Day

October 18th - Hispanic Heritage Day Program

October 21st - Red Ribbon Week

October 23rd - Jordan Day

October 23rd - Crumbl Cookies Spirit Night

October 29th -November 1st Fall Book Fair

October 30th - Fall Picture Re-take

October 30th - Literacy Night Trunk or Treat

October 31st - Book Character Parade

Dear Barbara Jordan Elementary School Community,

The Power of Parent Involvement and Collaboration

As we embark on another exciting school year, we want to take a moment to emphasize the incredible impact of your involvement and collaboration in your child’s education. Your active participation is not just beneficial; it’s essential for fostering a thriving learning environment.

Why Parent Involvement Matters:

Boosts Academic Success: Studies consistently show that children whose parents are involved in their education tend to achieve higher grades and test scores. Your engagement helps reinforce the importance of education and motivates your child to strive for excellence.

Enhances Social Skills: When parents participate in school activities, children develop better social skills and exhibit more positive behavior. Your presence at school events and your interactions with teachers and other parents create a supportive community for your child.

Strengthens Parent-Child Relationships: Engaging in your child’s education provides opportunities for meaningful conversations and shared experiences. This strengthens your bond and helps you understand their academic and social challenges better.

Ways to Get Involved:

• Attend Parent-Teacher Conferences: These meetings are crucial for understanding your child’s progress and discussing ways to support their learning at home.

• Volunteer at School Events: Whether it’s helping out at a school event, chaperoning a field trip, or assisting in the classroom, your time and effort make a significant difference.

• Join the PTO: The Parent-Teacher Association is a fantastic platform for collaborating with other parents and teachers to enhance the school experience for all students.

• Stay Informed: Regularly check school newsletters, websites, and social media for updates and opportunities to get involved.

Collaboration is Key: We believe that education is a partnership between the school and families. By working together, we can create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. Your insights and feedback are invaluable to us, and we encourage open communication to ensure we are meeting the needs of our students.

Thank you for your continued support and dedication.

Sincerely,

Mr. Leiva

Dear Parent Volunteers and Brighter Bites Team,

We are immensely grateful for your dedication and hard work in making our first Brighter Bites Food Drive a resounding success. Your commitment to our community has made a significant impact, ensuring that families have access to fresh, nutritious food.

To our wonderful parent volunteers, your time, energy, and enthusiasm have been invaluable. Your efforts in organizing, distributing, and supporting this initiative have truly made a difference. We couldn’t have done it without you!

A special thank you to Brighter Bites for your partnership and generosity. Your support has been instrumental in bringing this vision to life and fostering a healthier community.

Together, we have shown the power of community spirit and collaboration. Thank you for making this food drive a memorable and impactful event.

RAINY DAY DISMISSAL PROCEDURE FOR STUDENTS THAT ARE WALKERS:

• A CALLOUT WILL GO OUT TO INFORM YOU OF RAINY DAY DISMISSAL (only if it is raining heavily and lightning)

• North Walkers (students walking towards Bellaire Blvd) will be picked up in the back car rider line.
• South Walkers (students walking along West Oaks Village Dr. towards Westmoor Dr.) will be picked up in the front car rider line.

This procedure will be in effect only on days when you receive a rainy day dismissal notification.

If your child is a walker and you haven’t picked up the car rider tag for rainy day dismissal, please visit our front office to collect it.

If you have any questions please call 281-634-2800.

EVERY TUESDAY during Hispanic Heritage Month we encourage students to wear something representing Hispanic culture and traditions. Examples: t-shirt, cap, traditional clothing etc.

7:30 a.m. - Earliest student drop-off

8:05 a.m. - Start of the instructional day

10:00 a.m. - Student attendance is taken (students are marked absent if not present during this time)

3:25 p.m. - End of the instructional day and start of dismissal

3:50 p.m. - Teachers and staff end dismissal duty; remaining students are taken to the front office for late pick-up

We warmly invite you to join the BJE Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO)! Your involvement is crucial in creating a vibrant and supportive school community. By joining the PTO, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Connect with other parents and teachers.
• Support school events and initiatives.
• Enhance your child’s educational experience.

Together, we can make a difference! Join us and be a part of something special.

Contact the school for more information.

• Texas public school students must attend school at least 90% of the time a class is offered to receive credit or a final grade.
  
• If a student has three or more unexcused absences, days or parts of days within a four week period or ten or more days or parts of days within a six month period, they are considered truant.
• Excused absences in Texas public schools count as absences, but they don't count against a student and they don't count toward truancy. Excused absences are counted as if the student attended school for purposes of calculating average daily attendance.

We are excited to announce that starting the first week of September, parents are invited to have lunch with their child on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Important Details:

• Parents must check in and check out at the front office.
• Parents can only have lunch with their own child at the parent lunch table.
• Parents can only bring lunch for their child.
• Parents are not allowed to invite their child's friend to join them for lunch.

We look forward to seeing you and making lunchtime a special experience for you and your child!

ALL MEDICATION WHETHER PRESCRIBED OR OVER THE COUNTER NEEDS TO BE REGISTERED AND LEFT IN THE CLINIC BY THE PARENT.

PLEASE DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILD WITH THE MEDICATION.

We value your feedback! Please let us know how effectively the school or your child’s teacher is communicating with you and supporting your child. Your input is crucial in helping us enhance your child’s experience at BJE.

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