BECS Family Update
I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone for their active participation in our Parent-Teacher Conferences. Your engagement is essential in fostering a strong connection between home and school, which significantly impacts our students' development and well-being.
By coming together for these important conversations, we can better understand our students’ needs, celebrate their successes, and work collaboratively to support their growth. Thank you for partnering with us in this vital process. Your involvement makes a real difference in nurturing our students' journey and creating a positive learning environment!
Just like the first phase of the master planning process, phase two will be driven by community engagement and feedback — unfolding over 1 ½ years and involving multiple opportunities for residents to get involved by joining a building team, attending a community engagement session, taking an online survey and more.
“Our goal is to create a transparent process where all voices are heard,” Dr. Hunt said. “We will work together to revisit the work that was done 10 years ago, explore all possible options and together determine the best path forward for these schools.”
Upper Arlington Schools will kick off phase two this fall with the first round of community engagement sessions — on October 29 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Jones Middle School, 2100 Arlington Avenue, and October 30 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Graf Center, 2020 Builders Place.
“With the physical needs of these buildings, there is no zero-cost option or solution for our community,” Dr. Hunt said. “Your voice truly matters in this process. Your feedback will be vital in identifying a fiscally responsible and forward-thinking plan that meets the needs of both our students and our community.”
Mabel's Labels Fundraiser
The Burbank PTO is excited to announce a fundraiser with Mabel’s Labels! By purchasing through our fundraiser, a portion of the sales will go to support our school’s activities and programs. Mabel’s Labels offers personalized, durable labels perfect for keeping track of your child’s belongings. Plus, when you sign up for their newsletter, you’ll receive 20% off your first order!
To participate, simply visit the Mabel's Labels website, select "Support a Fundraiser," and search for Burbank PTO. Check out the attached flyers for more details. Thank you for supporting our school!
Conference Food Donations Thank You
A huge thank you to everyone who generously contributed food, drinks, and utensils for our recent parent-teacher conferences! Your kindness and support helped make the event a success, and we couldn’t have done it without you. We truly appreciate all you do for our Burbank community!
Thank you for your support!
As a parent or caregiver, you take steps every day to keep your child safe—whether it's buckling their seatbelt or holding their hand when crossing the street. The preschool years are a great time to introduce fire safety, empowering your child with important messages and skills that can make a big difference in an emergency. You can teach them how to respond if there's a fire and what they can do to help prevent one. By involving the whole family in these lessons, you're not only building confidence but also instilling lifelong fire safety habits that will keep them safe for years to come!
For helpful resources on fire safety, check out:
- National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): A trusted source for fire safety tips and educational materials for families.
- Sesame Street Fire Safety Program for Families: Developed in partnership with FEMA and the U.S. Fire Administration, this program offers fun and interactive ways to teach fire safety at home.
On Tuesday, October 15 will be the community showing of Screenagers from 6:30-8:00 PM in the UAHS Performing Arts Center. This free event will be followed by a panel discussion that includes local experts in the areas of children’s mental health, safety, district device management, and administrative and student perspectives.