Bennett Newsletter
DECEMBER 2024
The Mission of Bennett Elementary School
DECEMBER
5 3rd Grade (Bollinger) Plains Art Museum Field Trip
10 PTA Meeting 6-7PM Bennett Library
12 1st Grade Music Program 1:30PM | 6:00PM
12 3rd Grade (Geiger, Pederson) Plains Art Museum Field Trip
13 3rd Grade (Fosberg, Greff) Plains Art Museum Field Trip
13 Kindergarten ginger bread houses 1:30PM
16 3rd Grade Music Program 1:30PM | 6:00PM
17 Orchestra Concert 5:30PM
19 5th Grade Learning Bank Field Trip
20 Early Dismissal at 12:27PM
23-Jan 1 NO SCHOOL
Jan 2 School Resumes
Winter Holiday Break
There will be NO SCHOOL December 23, 2024 - January 1, 2025 due to the Winter Holiday Break. School will RESUME on Thursday, January 2, 2025.
Early Release on Friday, December 20
There are four early release days for the 2024-2025 School Year.
- Thursday, October 10
- Friday, December 20
- Friday, February 14
- Friday, March 14
On early release days, school at Bennett Elementary will dismiss at 12:27PM.
1st Grade Music Program 12/12
3rd Grade Music Program 12/16
Winter Weather
Please remind your students to dress warmly for their walk to and from school as well as noon recess. Mittens, gloves, hats, snow pants, scarves and boots become essential for a North Dakota winter!
We use wind chill temperatures to help us decide whether students go outside for recess. Our magic number is –10°F bundle up and get ready for winter.
Please make sure your student has the following:
- Snow Pants
- Hat
- Scarf or knit mask to cover the face and mouth
- Mittens (they are warmer than gloves)
- Water-resistant coat and boots
- Extra clothes
- Shoes for school
Early Dismissal due to Weather
If storm conditions develop during the school day and it is determined that an early dismissal is in the best interest of the students, parents will be notified and the school will proceed with an orderly dismissal.
Students will be dismissed consistent with the Plan For School Closing document completed in PowerSchool's annual registration forms.
Please login to PowerSchool and make sure this form is up to date with the most current information.
Holiday Dress Up Days!
2nd SEMESTER MID-MORNING BEVERAGE BREAK
Second semester mid-morning milk will begin on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 and end on Thursday, June 5, 2025. The cost is $35.00. Payments can be made by logging into PowerSchool and selecting SchoolPay or by dropping a check off in the office. Please indicate your child's name and beverage choice on the memo line of your check.
Missed milk breaks due to cancelled school, illness, milk supply shortages, etc. have been factored into the semester cost therefore, refunds will not be provided for these instances.
Attendance
Please remember, if your student will be absent, the school needs to be informed by 8:30 AM.
Information Needed: Student's First & Last Name, Teacher, and reason for their absence.
Call: 701-446-4008
Text: 701-446-8149
Email: rickn@fargo.k12.nd.us
Fill The Dome Results!
Bennett Elementary participated in the youth-led Fill the Dome event this past week. The 5th grade SOAR club collected, counted, and delivered items to the FargoDome. Bennett Elementary collected 1,422 food items for the event which supports local food pantries.
Thank you to the Bennett community for the donations and continued support!
Staff Recognition Program
Fargo Public Schools Accepting Nominations Beginning November 25 for Teacher, Administrator, and Support Staff of the Year Awards
Community members are invited to nominate deserving Fargo Public Schools employees for the Teacher, Administrator, and Support Staff of the Year Awards. The Staff Recognition Program honors FPS staff members who serve our students with excellence. Nominate online and learn more about the program at: www.fargo.k12.nd.us/StaffRecognitionProgram.
Fargo Public Schools deeply values the nearly 2,000 staff members who ensure our students receive a high-quality education in a safe learning environment. To honor our employees, the District annually awards the following:
- Teacher of the Year Award − awarded to a certified staff member
- Administrator of the Year Award − awarded to a principal, assistant principal, director, or coordinator
- Support Staff of the Year Award − awarded to an educational support staff member, custodial/maintenance department staff member, or nutrition services staff member
Nominations will be accepted online from 9 a.m. November 25 to 4 p.m. December 13.
FPS Needs Your Input
Fargo Public Schools is seeking input from our entire community on the next steps for addressing the facility needs identified in our Long-Range Facility Plan. Over the past year, a team of parents, staff, students, and community members has worked together to develop a plan to improve and modernize the District's school facilities. We’ve heard from community members through committees, focus groups and meetings, and now we want to hear from you.
The Long-Range Facility Plan aims to support Fargo Public Schools’ mission by creating safe, inclusive, and effective learning environments that meet the needs of our growing community. This plan includes new school construction, consolidations, and updates to aging buildings to ensure each student has access to a supportive, modern educational experience and the same educational opportunities. Take the survey here.
Bennett Elementary
Email: schafes@fargo.k12.nd.us
Website: www.fargo.k12.nd.us/Bennett
Location: 2000 58th Avenue South, Fargo, ND, USA
Phone: 701-446-4000
Twitter: @SchoolBennett