The Bethlehem Star
April, 2024
March Memories
Dear Families,
The month of March was filled with exciting events and enriching activities at our school. Here are some of the highlights:
Read Across America Week
We kicked off the month with Read Across America Week, a celebration of books and reading. Students and staff participated enthusiastically in book-themed dress up days, and we were delighted to have mystery readers share engaging stories with us.
Multi-Cultural Night & 3rd Grade Wax Museum
Our school community came together for a successful and well-attended Multi-Cultural Night & 3rd Grade Wax Museum event. It was an evening filled with educational opportunities to learn about famous figures and celebrate our diverse backgrounds through singing, dancing, storytelling, and more.
Club Activities
Throughout the month, our clubs engaged in various enjoyable activities such as building garden beds, playing the ukulele, and learning French.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Thank you for your presence at our recent Parent-Teacher Conferences. It was a valuable opportunity to gain insights into your child's academic journey and progress. Your participation greatly contributes to our shared goal of ensuring your child's success
Field Trips and Competitions
Students had the chance to embark on unique learning adventures through field trips that provided enriching experiences. Our Archery team participated in a tournament, and our Special Olympic athletes showcased their skills at the Barrow County Special Olympics.
Spring Book Fair
We concluded the month with our Spring Book Fair, where our students discovered new books for their home libraries. Your continued support is invaluable in fostering a love for reading among our students.
As we conclude this wonderful month and look forward to the next, I want to thank you for your unwavering support of our school. We are truly grateful for your partnership.
With Love,
Mrs. Reid
Spring Break
We will be observing Spring Break next week (April 1-5). Whether you are traveling or staying close to home, we hope you all have a Happy Easter and a wonderful Spring Break!
April Events
1-5: Spring Break
8: Students return to school
9: Student of the Month Ceremony (By Invitation)
10: MAP Assessments K-2
10: Federal Programs Spring Planning Meeting 5:30 in Art Room
11: MAP Assessments K-2
11: 3rd Grade Field Trip-Fernbank Museum
12: Field Day
15: MAP Assessments 3-5 & Kindergarten
16: MAP Assessments 3-5 & Kindergarten
17: MAP Assessments 3-5
17: 4th Grade Presentation/Experience with Meadows Family Farm (on site at BES)
19: Pre-K Field Trip-Art & Ice Cream
22: Earth Day
25: Haymon Morris Middle School Parent Information Night
26: 1st Grade Field Trip-Washington Farms
29: Georgia Milestones Testing for 3rd-5th Grade
30: Georgia Milestones Testing for 3rd-5th Grade
Solar Eclipse on April 8
On Monday, April 8, 2024, parts of North America will experience a total solar eclipse. Experts say Barrow County may experience a partial solar eclipse, weather permitting, between the hours of 1:45 p.m and 4:21 p.m. Unfortunately, the timing of the event is near our dismissal time of 2:00 PM, so we will not be taking the students outside for a viewing event. We will be providing them with eclipse glasses that they are welcome to keep and take home with them for viewing purposes. We will also be learning all about eclipses that day, so it will be a memorable day for everyone!
Here are some safety guidelines to keep in mind:
· View the Sun through eclipse glasses or a handheld solar viewer during the partial eclipse phases before and after totality.
· You can view the eclipse directly without proper eye protection only when the Moon completely obscures the Sun’s bright face – during the brief and spectacular period known as totality. (You’ll know it’s safe when you can no longer see any part of the Sun through eclipse glasses or a solar viewer.)
· As soon as you see even a little bit of the bright Sun reappear after totality, immediately put your eclipse glasses back on or use a handheld solar viewer to look at the Sun.
April's Word of the Month
Get ready for some fun as we focus on Creativity this month! One way to think about Creativity is “using your imagination to create something new or solve a problem.” Opportunities to be Creative are all around us! How can you find ways to be Creative as a family this month? Creativity is 1 of 3 traits we will focus on throughout the year that helps students Be Well. Across grade levels, students will be developing skills like emotion regulation, positive self-talk, and stress-management.
In an effort to make it more efficient to get parent notes regarding student absences directly to our data clerk, families may use a new link to send their child's absence/tardy excuse to the school. We hope that you find this helpful!
The link can be found on our school website, under Families & Students->Parent Resources->Attendance Notes From Parents.
Spring Planning Meeting
Join us on Wednesday, April 10th at 5:30pm for our annual Title 1 Spring Planning Meeting. Collaborate with us as we plan for the 2024-2025 school year! During this meeting, we will go over relevant information such as funding, school data, and needs assessment. You will be able to provide feedback and ask questions. All feedback and comments will be taken into consideration during summer planning.
Field Day: April 12
Field Day shirt orders will be delivered to the school the week of April 8 and distributed to those who ordered them. If your child did not order a shirt, he/she may wear a shirt that matches each grade level's colors. We look forward to a fun event.
PK: Violet/Lavender
K: Carolina Blue/Light Blue
1: Purple
2: Irish Green/Kelly Green
3: Coral
4: Navy
5: Red
Cookie Man Fundraiser Items
For those who ordered items from our Spring Cookie Man Fundraiser, thank you! The items are due to be delivered the week of April 8. Small orders will be sent home with students. Larger orders will need to be picked up by an adult. The school will notify you if we need for you to pick it up. Thank you!
National Assistant Principals Week: April 1-5
We would like to take the opportunity to recognize our assistant principal, Mrs. Stephanie Martin during National Assistant Principals Week. We appreciate all Mrs. Martin does for our students, staff, and families!