Butler Bear News
August 1, 2024
Vol. 2024 Issue 19
October 19, 2024
GOOD THINGS
- Our Boosterthon was such a big success! Thank you PTO for organizing this fun event!!
- Congratulations to our students who were selected to have their artwork displayed at the Walton County Fair this year! (scroll down for more information)
*If you have a "Good Thing" you would like to share, please email Mrs. Michal and it will be added to our next newsletter.
UPCOMING EVENTS
- We are now inviting parents to join their student(s) for lunch. This invitation is only applicable on Mondays and Fridays.
- Be advised, we do not allow lunch visitors on days that we are hosting school events, such as House Day, early release, etc.
- Make sure to bring your I.D. to check in at the front office before enjoying lunch with your student(s).
Monday is the last day to bring in candy or goodies to add to your House box.
Current Rankings:
Walton County Fair Art Show
Celebrate our Bears whose artwork is being shown at the Walton County Fair, October 14 - 19.
Click the link below and choose the "Art Shows" page to see their work!
A NOTE FROM BOOSTERTHON
Best. Day. EVER! Thank you so much for allowing our team to have an absolute BLAST with you all this year! We’ve loved being at Butler Elementary and cannot wait for your program next year!
The fundraising isn't over yet .. there is still time to get donations and PRIZES!! We will close the Boosterthon fundraising on October 24th.
Red Ribbon Week
Trunk or Treat
FREE CHILD FIND SCREENINGS
CLUB MEETINGS
Club meeting days/times are subject to change. Make sure you're communicating with your club leader for real time information.
DISMISSAL FROM CLUBS REMINDER
If your student(s) is/are participating in any after school clubs, please be sure to update PikMyKid to reflect the club they will be attending. If you do not see the club option, please call the school to assist you.
MORNING DROP OFF
Please remember that we do not provide child supervision until 7:05 a.m. We ask that you keep your student(s) in your car until that time. We will then open the doors for students to get breakfast or go to class at 7:05 a.m. If you are dropping your student(s) off in the mornings, keep in mind that the drop off time is fastest between 7:05 and 7:20.
We want to make sure all of our students stay safe while on campus.
ADOPT A CLASSROOM
Adoptions are still OPEN
There are a few classrooms that have not been adopted quite yet, please consider donating to our teachers. We appreciate your generosity and support for our teachers and students. If you haven't already, please check out our donation site and search for your student's teacher(s).
SIX HOUSES, ONE FAMILY
The Ron Clark Academy House System is a dynamic, exciting, and proven way to create a positive climate and culture for students and staff. Students are celebrated for their efforts through a process that builds character, empowers academic excellence, fosters school spirit, enhances relationships, and promotes a culture of belonging for all.
Click on the Houses below to learn more.
CAPTURING KIDS HEARTS
"If you have a child's heart ... you have a child's mind" - Flip Flippen / Founder & Chairman
We are proud to be a National Showcase School for CKH!
Check out the links below to see what is happening for the month of August.
BUS INFO
Please contact the front office if you have questions or changes regarding your student's transportation. You can also check your student's bus online by visiting the link below and sign up for the Here Comes the Bus tracking app using the attached flyers below.
WALKERS
Parents residing South of Hwy 98 and West of Co Hwy 393 to 30-a have the option to walk with their child to and from school each day. A walker pass MUST be obtained in the office. Please provide a proof of residency when applying for the pass. Walker passes are not available for parents who wish to park in the parking lot and walk up to retrieve their child. Parents who wish to have their child walk or bike to school unaccompanied must get administrative approval and have a written note on file at school.
STAY CONNECTED
LUNCHROOM
NURSES NOOK
FOCUS
Report Cards went home Oct. 17th
You can also view your student's grade via your parent portal.
PTO CORNER
The Butler Parent Teacher Organization is a volunteer group that strives to enhance academic technology, and school spirit experiences for students and staff at Butler through various fundraisers and events all year.
SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING
FortifyFL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows you to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials.
SUPERINTENDENT'S MONTHLY UPDATE
Jimmy Ross
Allison Harber
Hannah Gomillion
We Are BEARS!
Van R Butler Elementary School
6694 W. Co Hwy 30A
Santa Rosa Beach FL 32459
850-622-5041