Bear News
STUDENT / PARENT NEWSLETTER APRIL 2024
Dear Parents,
As we enter the final stretch of the school year, it's crucial to maintain our momentum and focus. April and May are bustling with activities and opportunities for growth. Let's encourage our students to give their Personal Best each day in class, ensuring they finish the year on a high note.
Our recent MOCK STAAR Practice tests have provided valuable insights. We're actively targeting support for students through small group workshops, in-school tutorials, afterschool sessions, and Saturday school. Your partnership in emphasizing the importance of these assessments is greatly appreciated.
Together, let's work hard and finish the year strong! With your support, we can empower our students to succeed. Go Bears!
Ashley Collier
BHI Principal
BHI TESTING INFORMATION
This is a busy time of year with the STAAR test right around the corner. If your student is struggling, make sure they are talking to their teacher and going to tutorials. We must work hard to ensure that we are ready, not only for the state exam, but also ready for the upcoming school year!
SOLAR ECLIPSE - APRIL 8TH
On April 8, we will experience a near total solar eclipse in the Houston area. The last total solar eclipse in Houston was 124 years ago on May 28, 1900! The next total solar eclipse in Houston won't be until after 2200!!!
Here are the times for the beginning, maximum, and end of the April 8 event along with a diagram showing how closely the moon will cover the sun from our perspective:
SAVE THE DATE - 8TH GRADE DANCE
MASS PHYSICALS AT BHI
MONITORING GRADES IN SKYWARD
The students are able to check their grades through Skyward. Each student should log in weekly to monitor grades.
- This information in Skyward should help students make a weekly tutorial plan to ensure they are passing each six weeks.
- Our goal is for every student to be passing every class. Please make a plan and work to improve your grades daily.
- Thank you in advance for monitoring this to ensure that your child is successful at Beverly Hills.
5TH SIX WEEKS INCENTIVE - EXTENDED OUTDOOR LUNCH
5th Six Weeks Incentive
5TH SIX WEEKS READING INCENTIVE
SPRING FAMILY LUNCHEON
2023-2024 FAMILY EVENTS
BHI EXPECTATION REMINDERS
DISMISSAL PROCEDURES
As we strive to ensure the safety and well-being of all our students, I want to take a moment to remind you about our dismissal procedures.
Car Riders:
Our standard procedure is for car riders to be picked up in the front of the school. However, if you choose to pick up your child in the side parking lot, please adhere to the following guidelines:
Park in Designated Areas: It is imperative that you park your vehicle in a designated parking space and refrain from parking on the curb. This ensures a smooth flow of traffic and prevents congestion in the area.
Exercise Caution: We strongly advise against picking up your child in the side parking lot, as it can pose safety risks. However, if you opt for this alternative, please exercise extreme caution and be vigilant of other vehicles and pedestrians.
Increased Awareness: We have noticed an increase in the number of vehicles parking on the curb, which is a safety concern. Therefore, we cannot allow anyone to park in such a manner, as it obstructs traffic and jeopardizes the safety of our students and staff.
Bus Riders:
Currently, we're experiencing overcrowding outside due to many bus riders waiting in front of the school instead of reporting to the cafeteria. To ensure safety and efficiency, we kindly ask that all bus riders report to the cafeteria for dismissal. Any bus rider who goes outside to wait for their bus will not be allowed to board. We'll continue to remind students of this, but we urge you to reinforce this message at home.
Your cooperation in following these procedures is greatly appreciated, as safety is our utmost priority. By adhering to these guidelines, we can ensure a secure and efficient dismissal process for everyone involved.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
Important Dates This Month:
April 1st
Campus Professional Development Day (No students)
April 2nd - April 4th - RLA STAAR Blitz
April 3rd
National Paraprofessional Appreciation Day
April 4th
School Librarian Appreciation Day
BHI vs Thompson Soccer Game (Boy's Home)
April 5th
End of 5th 6 weeks
April 6th
Name that Book
Sagemont Clean Up
9-11 Saturday School
April 8th - 11th - Cheer/Dance Clinic and Tryouts
April 8th
Mass Physicals
April 10th
Spring Parent Luncheon
April 9th & 10th - 8 History STAAR Blitz
April 11th
Author Visit
BHI vs Miller Soccer Game (Girl's Home)
April 12th
Report Cards
Reading Incentive
April 13th
Choir Solo & Ensemble
Jr. VASE
Regional Pentathlon
Volleyball Camp
April 16th
STAAR RLA
April 17th & 18th - 8 Science STAAR Blitz
April 20th
Orchestra Solo & Ensemble
Strong Girl Rising
April 22nd - 8 Science STAAR
April 23rd
8 History STAAR
School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
NJHS Induction
April 24th, 25th & 29th - Math STAAR Blitz
April 27th
Band Solo & Ensemble
Volleyball Camp
April 30th
STAAR Math/Algebra