Bulldog Update November 18, 2024
We have been made aware of some complications in trying to email teachers. First, we apologize for the inconvenience as we value open communication with stakeholders. Next, below you will find instructions detailing how you can email teachers from either the website or the app. Finally, thank you for your patience in this process, and if you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact the main office.
Here are directions on how parents can email teachers:
On the ParentVUE website:
Login to ParentVUE
Select your child from the list
Click on Grade Book
Click on the name of the course
Click on the teacher name in the upper left corner
On the ParentVUE App:
Login to the ParentVUE app
Select your child from the list
Click on Grade Book
Click on the name of the Course
Click on the teacher name at the top left
What is the difference between PR, AB, ILL and MED on Synergy?
Have you received a phone call or email about your student's attendance? If so, please know that our team has the best interest of your student in mind while trying to keep the focus on their learning.
An important part of understanding what you are looking at in Synergy is the following:
PR- "Parent Request" this means that the parent called to inform the school of the absence.
ILL- "Illness" means the parent called (which we appreciate!) but is not medically excused.
AB- "Absent" means no call, no show.
MED- "Medical" a doctor's note was received by the school and excuses the student for the dates that are also identified on the note. This is the only absence that does not count against a student's total.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the office for clarification.
Starting November 18, students and staff will be participating in the "Be Thankful Challenge." They will bring items to donate to Hope Harbor. The grade with the most items brought will win a trophy. Each grade level Bulldog Time with the most items donated will win a popcorn and game time. Hope Harbor is an organization in Grand Island that provides services for homeless families and helps them become self-sufficient. Thanks for your donations to help others!
Subject: Exciting December Dash for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade!
Dear Parents/Guardians,
The teachers at Barr are thrilled to announce the December Dash to Success for all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students! This event will offer a fun mix of activities inside the school or even outdoors (weather permitting) during Bulldog Time. Concession stand snacks will be available for purchase at a discounted price, and all Barr students are invited to participate.
To qualify for the December Dash to Success, students must meet the following criteria from Tuesday, November 12, 2024, through the end of the first semester:
No more than 2 minor referrals
0 major referrals
No F’s in any class
No missing assignments
No more than 1 day of absence (doctor-confirmed illnesses and appointments will not count toward this limit. Please bring in doctor's notes.)
Students who meet these requirements will join us for a well-deserved celebration on December 19th. We’re excited to recognize the hard work of all of our students, and we hope this motivates them to finish the semester strong!
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to:
6th grade principal Mr. Mac (jmchargue@gips.org),
7th grade principal Mrs. Myers (jmyers@gips.org),
or 8th grade principal Ms. Stockwell (sstockwell@gips.org).
SAVE THE DATE
PERFORMANCES:
SAT, DECEMBER 14, 7:30 PM, AUDITORIUM
SUN, DECEMBER 15, 2:30 PM, AUDITORIUM
JOIN OUR GOOGLE CLASSROOM WITH THIS CODE:
xkkjgrt
Barr Junior Thespians Website: https://sites.google.com/gips.org/barrjuniorthespians/home
Join our Remind here: remind.com/join/xkkjgrt
Contact the director, Dr. Garcia, at ekgarcia@gips.org with any questions.
A place to better yourself.
Who:
7th and 8th grade Barr Students
When:
Starts Wed Sept. 4th
Every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday*
7:30-8:00 Am
*Moved to Thursday to accommodate students also in show choir
Focus of Training:
Strength--Speed--Flexibility--Agility
Conditioning--Quickness--Leadership
Where:
New (north) gym
Enter door 8
Equipment needed:
T-shirt, shorts, gym shoes
Questions Contact:
Coach Felber--cfelber@gips.org
