Boone Meadow Friday Flyer
May 3, 2024
May Lifeline: Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence
"I recognize, emotionally experience, and appreciate the beauty around me and the skill of others."
What is Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence?
Those who express an appreciation of beauty & excellence notice and appreciate beauty, excellence and/or skilled performance in all domains of life, from nature to art to mathematics to science to everyday experience.
People high in Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence are responsive to these three types of goodness:
- PHYSICAL BEAUTY - This may include auditory, tactile or abstract. This type of goodness produces awe and wonder in the person experiencing it.
- SKILL OR TALENT (EXCELLENCE) - This is often energizing, and compels a person to pursue their own goals. It inspires admiration.
- VIRTUE OR MORAL GOODNESS (MORAL BEAUTY) - Virtuous goodness makes someone want to be better, more loving, and caring.
Dear Boone Meadow Families -
It's been a tremendous week, and May is underway!
- BME Bash Success! - The BME Bash was a tremendous last Friday evening, and it's all thanks to our incredible PTO and the amazing support from our community! With hundreds of families joining us, the evening was filled with games, delectable food from various vendors, and an exciting auction. Your flexibility and enthusiasm made it a memorable and successful event, brimming with fun, engagement, and fundraising. Thank you for your unwavering support!
- Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week - Get ready to show our fantastic Team Meadow some love because next week is all about honoring our incredible teachers and staff! Thanks to the thoughtful planning by our PTO, we have a lineup of events to demonstrate just how much they mean to us. Remember, none of this would be possible without our wonderfully supportive community. Thank you for being amazing!
- Troy Cummings Author Visit - Exciting news! The day is almost here, and we are thrilled to welcome children's author, Troy Cummings, to Boone Meadow next Thursday, May 9th. He'll be hosting assemblies, engaging with student groups, and even signing copies of his books. Want a signed copy for your child/family? Simply send a copy to school with your student to pass on to their teacher before May 9th. Troy's titles are available on Amazon and other bookstores.
- Kindy 500 - Rev your engines because Kindy 500 is zooming your way on Monday, May 6th, at 9:45! We can't wait to cheer on our little racers as they navigate the building. Plus, stay tuned for some surprise additions to the race day excitement!
- Incoming Kindergarten Playground Meet and Greet - Calling all incoming Kindergarten families! Join us for a warm welcome at our Playground Meet and Greet event from 5:30-6:30. It's a fantastic opportunity to connect and get acquainted with our wonderful community.
- Field Day -Field Day is next Friday! With an overwhelming response of volunteers, we're beyond grateful for your willingness to help make this day unforgettable. Thank you for your generosity and support!
As we embrace the beautiful days of May, take a moment to soak in the joys of the weekend. Your continued support means the world to us.
Together,
Tom Hundley, Principal
Jarrod Gatlin, Assistant Principal
Spring Identification
The Indiana Department of Education requires school districts to identify gifted students and provide them with appropriately differentiated curriculum and instruction. In ZCS, we consider ability and achievement data of all students each spring to identify any who may need advanced curriculum and/or instruction. This spring our team of teachers, licensed in gifted education, will look at all data to make sure that we understand the needs of each student.
Our school district is committed to continuous progress for all students, regardless of designation. Accelerated content is common in our classrooms as are heightened expectations, instructional levels and high-achieving peers. Whether or not a child is identified as needing advanced curriculum, our teachers are committed to regular assessment of skills and knowledge and matching experiences to challenge each child and help him or her make maximum academic growth. While we have approximately 20% of students who are formally identified in elementary school, more than 40% of students take advanced coursework in high school. We are proud to be a high-performing school district with high expectations for all students.
For students currently in grades K-3: Programming at the elementary level is based on student need for acceleration and enrichment within a cluster group in a general education classroom and not on labels. All student data is reviewed each year to look for several indicators that a child needs advanced instruction in order to grow academically. Our identification team looks at achievement (NWEA), ability (CogAT/OLSAT) and teacher observational data (KOI/SIGS). Since these vary from year to year with young students, we re-look at every student each spring. Parents will be notified by June 1 if their child has been recommended for more advanced curriculum. If your child was not identified through our extensive process, parents/guardians may appeal the decision. Parents/guardians can complete the appeal process by June 15. Forms are located on the Academics tab of our website under “Advanced Curriculum”:
https://4.files.edl.io/039c/01/28/20/182123-3d4a9f45-de63-4549-95a9-0341f67290eb.pdf
For students currently in grade 4: All students are considered and more formally identified for high ability each year throughout middle school where they are placed in a class with high ability curriculum. Our identification team considers either achievement (NWEA) or ability (CogAT/OLSAT) when making decisions. Parents will be notified by June 1 if their child has been recommended for differentiation based on the need for accelerated instruction and curriculum. If your child was not identified through our extensive process, parents may appeal the decision. Parents can complete the appeal process by June 15. Forms are located on the Academics tab of our website under “Advanced Curriculum”: https://4.files.edl.io/9ed3/07/24/19/163425-9b8daab0-04e6-4efb-acd8-f68c3aec4318.pdf
Note: If your child is currently identified and receiving more advanced curriculum in grades 1-4, you will not receive an email because this placement will continue for the next school year.
Dine for Dollars: Salty Cowboy on May 14
Location: Salty Cowboy, 55 E Oak Street, Zionsville, IN 46077
Date: Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Time: 4:00 - 8:30 pm
Payout: 25% back on dine-in and carry out orders
How to Earn:
In-Restaurant or Phone Carry-Out: Mention "Boone Meadow Elementary" when ordering.
Online/Mobile: Enter "Boone Meadow Elementary" in the comments/notes section to make sure your order gets credit. I would recommend confirming when you pick up to ensure it was included! https://www.saltycowboytequileria.com/
Building Closure This Summer
Due to BME's summer renovation project, the school building will be closed beginning June 4th. Timeline for reopening the building will be communicated as more information becomes available. Don't hesitate to reach out to us as the office team will be working remotely from other locations.
Boone Meadow will receive new flooring, paint, and wall coverings throughout a vast majority of the building. We are excited about and grateful for this refreshing of our building.
Upcoming Events & Important Dates
May Lifeline: APPRECIATION of BEAUTY & EXCELLENCE
May 3 - Family Input Survey Due (optional)
May 6 - Kindy 500 (morning)
May 7 - Incoming Kindy Family Playground Meet & Greet (5:30-6:30)
May 9 - Troy Cummings (Author visit - all day); PTO Meeting in Media Center @ 6 PM; Boone Meadow Voices Spring Concert @ ZWEST (7:00 PM)
May 10 - Field Day
May 13 - BME Voices to Independence Village (after school)
May 14 - Market Day (Second Grade); Dine for Dollars @ Salty Cowboy (4-8:30 PM)
May 15 - Third Grade study trip to Strawtown
May 16 - Fourth Grade Music Program (Orff) @ 6:30
May 17 - Kindergarten study trip to STEM Connection
May 22 - Zionsville History Walking Tour/Sullivan Munce (Third Grade)
May 23 - Kindy Sing @ 6:30
May 24 - Fourth Grade Study Trip to Indiana Statehouse & Walking Tour (Downtown Indy)
May 27 - Memorial Day (no school)
May 29 - Hussey-Mayfield (Zville Library) presentations
May 30 - Fourth Grade Celebration
May 31 - Last Day of School
Lifelines 2023-2024
Directory Spot Information
(School Directory for Families)
The School Directory App is updated with the 2023-24 school year families!
Our Student directory is now complete! Many thanks to the PTO for organizing this helpful resource! To access the directory follow these steps:
- Go to www.directoryspot.net or download the “Directory Spot” app on a smart phone. Click “Login”.
- Enter your email address as your Username, and click on “Reset Password”. An email will be sent to you with a link to set your password.
- Click on the link in the email to set your password and to log in.
If you have trouble logging in, please contact PTO Secretary, Brecken VanHoy at brecken.vanhoy@gmail.com
Lunch Guest Information & Reservations
Lunch Guest Reservations
We are ready to welcome lunch guests! Students and their guests will have lunch at designated locations in the front lobby area. Please no more than 2 guests per student due to limited space.
Here's how it works:
- Sign up for a reservation in advance using this link: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/BMELunchSchedule@zcsk12in.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/ When you sign up, please be certain to complete all fields requested.
- Be sure to notify your child's teacher so they are informed to send your child to the front lobby to meet you/guest during their scheduled lunch time.
- Bring a photo ID and arrive 5 minutes early (lunch times are listed on the signup form link above).
- Your child will meet you in the front office area when they are ready
Visitor and Volunteer Procedures
During the school day, all volunteers are expected to check in at the front office. Prior to the volunteer opportunity, all volunteers must sign a Non-disclosure Acknowledgement Form and have successfully completed a Full Criminal History Background Check.. Necessary background check paperwork is available on the ZCS website at the Volunteers/BRAVO link and should be submitted at least 10 days prior to the intended volunteer date. Volunteers must also view the state mandated confidentiality/bullying video, provided on the Volunteer/BRAVO website. The volunteer will pay the fee for the full background check which will expire after 5 years.
During the school day, all visitors must enter via the front door and sign-in at the front office. Visitors need to be prepared to present a government issued photo ID which will be scanned against the National Sex Offender Registry. All visitors will be issued a visitor badge/tag to be worn inside the building at all times. Visitors other than parents/guardians must be prearranged and organized through the main office.
Contact Us
Email: thundley@zcs.k12.in.us
Website: https://bme.zcs.k12.in.us/
Location: 5555 S Main St, Whitestown, IN, United States
Phone: 3178732226
Twitter: @ZCSBoone_Meadow