Burke Bulletin #3

We have had a fabulous first two weeks of school. Students are mastering routines, expectations and procedures. Relationships are being established and strengthened through morning meetings, games, learning and many different experiences throughout the day. Every day we work to fine tune procedures with an eye on safety and community building. It is wonderful to see parents during drop off and pick up and have small moments of connection and conversation. Thank you, to all, for working with us to build a community of kindness, responsibility and safety.

We have a handful of community events coming up this month and in early October:

• iReady Diagnostic Assessment: 1-8th grade students will be participating in the iReady diagnostic assessment this month. This assessment provides us with pivotal information to help us in supporting students learning.
• September 12th: PTO Mums pick up from 2:45-4:45 in front of the gym.
• September 13th: 5th and 6th grade will be attending an Art Day at Lyndon Institute.
• September 20th: Early release day for students. There will be KEAP from 12-3.
• September 23rd: Picture Day! Please fill out the forms online, or on paper, by that morning.
• September 25th: All are welcome to come and meet with the architects from gbArchitects to hear about the proposed plans for facilities at BTS. This event will happen from 5:30-6:30.
• September 28th: Fall Festival in East Burke.
• No Preschool: 10/4, 12/20, 1/31, 2/14, 3/21, 4/4 & 5/9. These are days for PreK teachers to attend to all of the work they must do as PreK coordinators.
• SSIS Survey: twice a year, students in 3-8 participate in this survey. It provides our staff incredibly important insight into the needs of our students and what supports we can put in place to fully support them in all areas. Please see the attached letter for more details and information on how to opt out of this survey if you wish to.

Thank you, again, for working with us here at school to make these first two weeks such a success! As always, please reach out if you have any questions, concerns, or feedback. Have a wonderful weekend!