Big T Weekly

Dear Big T Families,

This was a short but fun week of learning. With this great weather many classes are enjoying the use of the outdoor classroom for some of their learning. That is always a special benefit for our Big T students.

Chromebook Insurance

There is a new chromebook insurance option! Details can be found on our Tech 4 All website.

We are bringing back the 100 Mile Club this year, thanks to Chelsi Woodcox. The 100 Mile Club will start on 9/11 @ 8:15 on the upper playground. This first time will start with a quick parent meeting. Please see the flyer (in your student’s Friday folder or the one in this newsletter) for more details.

The roadwork that we mentioned earlier this year will start on Tuesday, September 10th. Paving will happen on County Road 27 from the hours of 8:30 - 2:30. This should not interfere with pick up or drop off of the school.

Have you completed your annual family check in?? It will be closing at the end of September. This is important to update your information including approved pick up people for your student and school year permissions. See the information below in the newsletter for instructions or contact portal@tsd.org for assistance.

Have a great weekend!

Most Sincerely,

Sarah Walgast

Principal

HELP WANTED! This year marks the 73rd Annual Chili Supper and Auction Fundraiser and it takes our amazing volunteers to make it happen. Come to the first Chili Supper meeting to learn more and find out how you can help make this a successful event that benefits our students, staff, and school community! Can't make the meeting? We get it! Email Pam at bigtpta@gmail.com and ask how you can help.

Don't miss out on the Big T Fall Family Movie Night featuring Kung Fu Panda 4! We are thankful for Big T parent and owner of Sweetheart City Living, Lauren Haug, for providing Kona Ice for all families! Kids can play and parents can connect while enjoying this special treat before we head to the upper playground for the outdoor movie. And, we'll have NEW Big T Spirit Wear available too!

Have you updated your Annual Family Check-in (AFC)? Are you receiving communication via phone, text and email? Pick your preference while you review your Annual Family Check-in! The AFC is required for ALL current students in Thompson School District. Families are required to have a parent or guardian in the current student’s primary household review and sign permission forms and update (if needed) the student’s household information, emergency contacts, and health information. Annual Family Check-In is located in the Parent Portal Account. For assistance, please contact Portal@TSD.org.

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? A school volunteer told us that the Denver Mineral, Fossil, Gem and Jewelry show is being held at the National Western Complex 4655 N. Humbolt Street from Sept 6 - 15th. The hours are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM and has free admission and free parking. Please confirm details for yourself before going at https://denvergem.show/

We are excited to announce this incredible opportunity for our school. Cooper Construction is offering to donate $1,000 to the Big T PTA for every roofing referral it receives from Big T.

This generous offer comes from a Big T family and the company "Dad" works for locally.

Thank you to Josh Woodmansee and Cooper Construction!

* When your student is absent it is a good idea to reach out to their teacher to get work to do at home. However, still call the attendance line or email the office to excuse the absence. Teachers are busy and may not have time to let the office know that the absence was excused through them.

You can now excuse the absence through the parent portal if that is more convenient for you.

* If your student is absent due to an appointment, please get a medical note from the clinic and send it to the front office. Medical appointments with a note are the only absences the state of Colorado considers as excused for their count purposes.

* Remember, if you need to change how your student normally goes home please call or email the office before 2:30 PM. Stacey.faykosh@tsd.org or 970-613-5600

* Please remember that toys are to remain at home. They can be a distraction in the classroom and there are tears if the toy disappears.

**Small lost and found items are usually kept at the office.

Healthy Kids Club is a program sponsored by UCHealth to promote health and wellness for kids. They offer programs throughout the year including in the summer. Here is the link: healthykidsclub.org

September 2 - No school Labor Day

September 3 - No school Staff professional day

September 20 - PTA Family Movie Night 6:00-9:00 PM

November 2 - 73rd Annual Chili Supper 4:00-7:00

Email: info.bigt@thompsonschools.org
Website: https://www.thompsonschools.org/BigThompson
Location: 7702 W Hwy 34, Loveland, CO, USA
Phone: 970-613-5600
Facebook: facebook.com/BigThompsonElementarySchoolofNatureandStem

School Closure Line

Linea de Cierre Escolar

(970) 613-6788

Pokemon cards, oh my! We need your support. Pokemon cards should not be brought to school. These cards are becoming a distraction to learning and have caused numerous arguments as well as some tears. So, we are asking that Pokemon cards be left at home. If a student brings these cards to school and they are not left in the backpack, the teacher will hold onto the cards until the end of the day. At the end of the day, the cards will be given back to the student to take home and leave at home. If the cards are brought back again (after being told to leave them at home), the cards will be given to the office and will need to be picked up by a family member. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you for your support and cooperation with this matter.

NOCO Emergency Alert

Hi Principals! Larimer County Fire Departments have asked us to share this information. Please be sure to pass this information out to your families. This emergency alert will alert those who sign up for it with emergency notifications from Larimer county. Please text NOCOALERT to 888777.

Save your Morning Fresh milk caps and send them to the school. The PTA turns them in for money.

If you do any purchasing through Office Depot/Max, please use our ID#70018268. We get 5% back through their Gives Back to School Program. Thank you!

You are able to make an anonymous report for anything that concerns or threatens you, your family, your friends, or your community. For more information go to:

https://safe2tell.org/