Bulldog Bulletin
Week 5: September 25- 29, 2023
Blanche K. Bruce Elementary School
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Quote of the Month
"Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn."
Benjamin Franklin
Principal's Post
Hello Bruce Community!
I believe that students can learn and succeed if they are given the necessary supports and resources. Our administrators, teachers, and staff are committed to providing all students with an appropriate and rigorous educational experience in an environment that fosters learning and growth. I am extremely proud of our students' efforts during the BOY assessments last week. This week, our students will continue to take the beginning of the year assessments (BOY). Please make sure your child arrives at school by 7:45 a.m. to eat a nutritious breakfast and be in class by 8:00 a.m. to receive high-quality instruction and immediate interventions. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the front office. Please be sure to read the "Bulldog Bulletin" every Sunday as it contains important information from the school, PTO, My Brother's Keeper, and other community partners.
Warm regards,
Lauren M. Hooks, Proud Principal
Important Dates and Events
Monday, Sept. 25 - NO School- Fall Holiday
Tuesday, Sept. 26th - Continue Beginning of Year Assessments window (K-5)
Wednesday, Sept. 27th - Free Vaccines at school 8am-1pm (bring shot record)
Thursday, Sept. 28th -
Friday, Sept. 29th
Looking Ahead
Tuesday, Oct. 3rd- Open House 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Assistant Principals' Pop
Kimberly Lawson-Belonwu
I'm excited to share fantastic news about our students' recent reading assessments. They've had an amazing week, and their hard work is truly appreciated. These test results will help us track their growth throughout the year, ensuring we provide the best support.
A quick reminder: encourage your students to read a bit every day—it's a magical journey that nurtures a love for learning. Lastly, ask your child what they love about their reading class. It's a great conversation starter! Thank you for your continued support.
Malissa Miller
We're off to a good start. Our students are using test-taking strategies and are pleased with their assessment results thus far. Thank you for your ongoing support, parents.
Jarred Taylor
Our students are performing well in the classrooms and are excited about learning. I'm looking forward to week 5 at Bruce. Let's go Bulldogs!
Counselor's Corner, Staci Menefee
September Character Trait:
In collaboration with teachers, parents, and community stakeholders, my mission is to prepare students with the academic, social-emotional, and college and career readiness skills necessary for success in the 21st Century. I will strive to maintain a data-driven, research based, and comprehensive developmental school counseling program, one that is aligned with the professional and ethical standards of the American School Counseling Association.
Need to speak with a counselor outside of school hours? Click here.
Hazel TeleHealth is no cost to you and available to all Bruce Students. Hazel can be used for counseling for anxiety, depression, and other life events.
Nurse's Notes, Paul Rademacher
Please join us Wednesday, September 27th from 8am-1pm to get FREE vaccines for your child.
Need FREE vaccines? You must be present in order to get your child's vaccinations and please bring shot record. If you have any other health concerns or questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to me.
Need a doctor visit at NO COST? Click here to sign up.
Hazel TeleHealth is no cost to you and available to all Bruce Students. If they become sick at school, they will be able to speak with a medical provider through an iPad and I will be able to give them medication, if prescribed. All it takes is a one-time signup of about 5 minutes which is good through High School. If you have any other health concerns or questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to me at 713-226-4560.
Reminders
Arrival
The doors open at 6:30 a.m. for students. Please do not drop off your student before 6:30 a.m. to ensure their safety and supervision. Students who arrive after 8:00 a.m. are considered tardy. Please accompany your student into the school to sign him or her in.
* If your scholar will be absent from school, please send a note/excuse to school upon their return to school.
* No scholar checkout after 2:00 p.m.
* Please notify the front office before 12:00 if your child will be going home in a different manner than normal.
PARENTS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO WALK SCHOLARS THROUGH THE BUILDING FOR SECURITY PURPOSES.
Dismissal
* Students will be released at following times:
PK-1st - 3:00pm
2nd - 3:30pm
3rd-5th - 4:00pm
Car riders are released at the front of the school. Please be respectful to your fellow parents and do not cut in line! Walkers are released at the back of the school.
PTO News: PTO details are coming soon. If you would like to sign up, please visit the front office.
Important Parent Links
Breakfast - Lunch Menus: September 2023
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