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8-29-2024
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Save the Dates 📆
There will be NO SCHOOL for students next Monday-Wednesday.
Monday, Sept. 2: Labor Day Holiday
Tuesday, Sept 3: Teacher Workday
Wednesday, Sept. 4: Professional Development Day
We look forward to welcoming students back on Thursday, September 5!
Curriculum Night Change 📣
Our school is experiencing some shifts in personnel after the district's final enrollment count. Due to this shift, we need to move K, 2, 4 grades curriculum night to September 11.
Georgia Early Literacy Legislation 📖
Recently, the state of Georgia has introduced new early literacy legislation aimed at improving reading skills among our young learners. We want to make sure you are fully informed about what this means for your child. Please review the letter linked below for details.
FCS Code of Conduct 📄
Last opportunity to sign this required document! All students and families in all Fulton County Schools are required to review the Code of Conduct which outlines the behavior expectations of our scholars. Please click the button below and take a moment to review this important document. Within it you will also locate information about FERPA/student privacy (pages 69-70) and student device agreements (pages 74-75). Upon completion, all families must document that they've reviewed the Code of Conduct. Please see attachment for directions to verify you've completed this important step by August 31.
Georgia Milestones Results 🌟
Parents of students in 4th and 5th grades: You may now begin locating your student's 2023-2024 Georgia Milestones Assessment scores. Please use this helpful guide to access the Georgia Milestones Score Reports through the Parent Portal. Please note that some Math scores are still populating. Please contact Mrs. Kyle at kyle@fultonschools.org with any questions.
Birthday Treats 🧁
Are you looking for a way to celebrate your child's birthday at school? While treats and goodie bags are not permitted, parents are welcome to purchase dessert treats from the cafeteria for your child’s class during their scheduled lunch time. If you're interested, check out the flyer and order form! This information can also be found on our school website. You may return your order form to your child's teacher.
Grade Level T Shirts 👕
Grade level t-shirts are now available for purchase! These student and staff t-shirts can be worn for grade level events such as field trips and Field Day. Third graders will wear their grade level shirts for their recorder concert in second semester. Fourth and fifth grade chorus students will wear their grade level shirts for all chorus performances. As students transition from grade to grade during their career at SBCE they will keep the same color shirt with new shirts being available for purchase in the case of a lost, outgrown, or damaged shirt. T-shirts are $8 and deadline is September 13th.
Shirts are available in all youth sizes XS-XL.
T-Shirt Colors:
Pre-K - Green
K - Red
1st - Royal Blue
2nd - Navy
3rd - Heather Gray
4th - Black
5th - Green
Paw Mart Volunteers 🐾
i-Ready Family Report 💻
Attendance Awareness Month ⏰
September is Attendance Awareness Month!
Positive school attendance helps students to stay engaged in learning. Attending school regularly allows students to participate in discussions, hands-on projects, and collaborative activities that enrich their learning experiences. Each student’s active engagement in learning shapes their individual educational journey.
Positive school attendance is directly connected to increased student engagement.
- Building a Supportive Community: Encouraging your child to attend school regularly becomes easier when they feel a sense of belonging within the school community.
- Celebrating Achievements: Acknowledging your child's successes, both academically and personally, can significantly boost their motivation to attend school.
- Engaging Learning Experiences: An engaging classroom environment plays a pivotal role in motivating students to attend school regularly. Support teachers in their efforts to create interactive lessons, hands-on activities, and discussions that spark your child's curiosity.
- Involvement in Extracurricular Activities: Extracurricular activities offer students a chance to explore their interests beyond the classroom. Encourage your child to participate in clubs, sports, arts, or other activities that align with their passions. The excitement of these extracurriculars can motivate them to attend school consistently.
- Recognizing Improvement: If your child has struggled with attendance in the past, celebrate their efforts to improve. Recognize their progress and emphasize the positive impact regular attendance can have on their academic journey.
Remember, your involvement as parents and guardians is an essential factor in creating a positive and engaging school environment. Together, we can foster an atmosphere where students are excited to come to school, engage in learning, and build a foundation for a successful future.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership in ensuring the success of your child's education. For more information on FCS attendance policies please visit the FCS Attendance Matters Website or reach out to our school social worker, Kasey Vermilya, 404-791-2238 or vermilyak1@fultonschools.org
Clinic Donations 🏥
Thank you to all of those families who donated items to the Clinic this past week!
PTA
Your PTA Membership Matters! 🤝
The PTA PurrPack plays a significant role at SBCE, and we cannot do it without your contribution to the 2024-2025 Membership Fundraiser. 100% of your membership donation directly benefits SBCE students and teachers through Community Events, School Support, and Educational Enrichment Programs.
New Membership Perks 👏
This year's membership perks also include a PurrPack keychain that will be your student's entry into a monthly drawing for fun prizes!
Plus, much more!
New Membership Level 💎
The new Diamond level membership donation makes getting all of your SBCE goodies extra easy! Diamond level includes family event tickets, spirit wear, yearbooks, designated parking spots, and more!
Click here to check out the details:
https://sbcepta.membershiptoolkit.com/store/product/QDIAMOND
Click the link below for all the details of the 2024-25 Membership Fundraiser 👇
4th & 5th Sponsored Staff Breakfast 🥞
Our first breakfast of the year is hosted by our 4th and 5th grade families on Friday, Sept. 27th. As we have done in previous years, PTA will be providing a boxed/bagged breakfast so our wonderful teachers can enjoy a tasty breakfast!
To make the breakfast a success, we need your participation by monetary donations. Please consider making a contribution toward this effort to show our appreciation for all our amazing teachers and staff. We appreciate your support!
Donate here: https://sbcepta.membershiptoolkit.com/.../pro.../45BREAKFAST
Fall Book Fair Coming Soon! 📚
The Fall 2024 Book Fair is coming 9/16 - 9/20! The book fair is a celebration of reading with hundreds of exciting, engaging and affordable books for kids to discover. Please join our volunteer team to help organize, set- up, pack-up and/or put things in place, as well as work shifts as cashiers and help shoppers of all ages find the perfect book. We appreciate your support in whatever form it comes!
To volunteer, click here!
Yearbook 📕
LAST WEEKEND TO ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK AT THE LOWEST PRICE OF THE YEAR! Price increases on Sept. 4.
Order your 2024-2025 SBCE yearbook today! Only $30!
Want your pictures in the yearbook?
Download “Yearbook Snap” on the app store and upload photos easily all year!
Photo connection/upload code: “SBCE”
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/yearbook-snap/id915927061
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mds.hifi&hl=en_US&gl=US&pli=1
Calling All 5th Grade Artists! 🎨
5th Grade Yearbook Cover Contest
Deadline Monday, Sept. 23, 2024
• Letter size paper (8.5”x11”) Full Color
• Include “2024-2025”
• This year’s yearbook theme is “A Bobcat Tale”
• Must be able to be scanned (no raised elements or glitter)
• Be sure to include your name & teacher on the back
• Turn in your submission by Monday, Sept. 23, 2024
Please submit your artwork to your block 1 teacher. All submissions will be displayed at school, and the winner will be announced in October.
Questions? yearbooksbce@gmail.com
We can’t wait to see your creativity!
Birthday Banner 🎈
With a $20 donation to PTA you can surprise your child with a "happy birthday" message on SBCE's outdoor LED sign on State Bridge Road. Sign up today!
Fall Festival 🎃
Save the Date! Sunday, October 6 1-4 PM
This event is fun for the whole family and is only possible with the help of our amazing volunteers!
To Sign Up as a Sub-Committee Volunteer
Please Click Here
Thank you for helping SBCE have a great Fall Festival!
Paw Mart
Paw Mart is a great way to Volunteer at SBCE and get to interact with the kids. You can volunteer to help kids with their PawMart purchases and deduct their purchases online one Thursday a month and/or pass out popcorn on the following Friday during lunch.
Note you must have completed the Volunteer Registration and training 48 hours prior to your spot.