Bonsall Bear News

Dear BES families,

Happy Mother’s Day!

Wishing a very Happy Mother’s Day to all of our amazing Bonsall Elementary School moms, guardians, and caregivers! We are so grateful for the love, dedication, and support you show each and every day. Your partnership means the world to us, and we celebrate you today and always.

We had a truly memorable week at BES! From the incredible generosity shown by our families during Staff Appreciation Week to the successful conclusion of the week with our inaugural Multicultural Event, it was a time of celebration, connection, and community. BES is a truly special place, and I am filled with gratitude and pride to be part of such a dedicated and supportive school community. It is an honor to work alongside our students, staff, and families.

Upcoming Events

5/12 - School Site Council meeting

5/12 - 5/16 - CAASPP testing

5/12 - 5/16 - Last week of library

5/16 - Orchestra Performance Assembly: TK-2 @ 8:30 AM, Grades 3-5 @ 9:15 AM

5/19 - Bonsall Community Blood Drive (see flyer below)

We look forward to seeing our students participate in these exciting activities! Thank you for your continued support in making BES a wonderful place to learn and grow.

Have a wonderful week!

Warmly,

Allison Fortney

On behalf of our entire staff, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible PTA and BES families for your generosity and thoughtfulness last week. From delicious meals to snacks and drinks, you made sure our staff feel appreciated, well-fed, and cared for each day. We loved seeing these smiling PTA faces each day as they volunteered their time to ensure our staff felt appreciated!

Your kindness and support mean the world to us. We are truly grateful to be part of such a generous and supportive school community. Thank you for all you do to make BES such a special place!

At BES, we take great care in creating balanced classrooms that support the academic and social-emotional needs of all students. Our placement process involves thoughtful collaboration among teachers and staff, and we consider multiple factors including student learning styles, peer relationships, and individual support needs. While we value and appreciate your partnership, we are unable to accept requests for specific teachers. This approach ensures fairness for all families, supports the professional strengths of all our teachers, and allows us to build classrooms where every student can thrive

Please know that our entire teaching staff is dedicated to fostering a safe, engaging, and supportive environment. School staff have a comprehensive understanding of students’ academic, social, and emotional needs, and use this knowledge to make placement decisions.

If there are particular needs or considerations you'd like us to keep in mind during the placement process, I welcome you to share those, and we will do our best to support your child.

Thank you for your understanding and for being an important part of our school community.

Please join us on May 28th for our Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast breakfast as a thank you for each of our volunteers that give back to our BES community. Please use the QR code below or this LINK to RSVP!

Student tardies are on the rise at BES. Each day, the first bell rings at 8:10 a.m., signaling the students and staff the it is time to prepare for the day. Students are in class by the second bell which rings at 8:15 a.m. As a courtesy, our site gives students a 5 minute grace period. We leave the front gates open until 8:20. At that point, your student will need to go to the office for a tardy slip, which is recorded in each student's attendance log in our Aeries Student Information System.

At BES, we want every student to start their day feeling prepared, confident, and ready to learn! Arriving on time to school is a key part of setting students up for success. When students are on time, they can settle into their routine, connect with their teacher and classmates, and fully engage in morning instruction—an important part of the school day.

Tardiness can be disruptive not only to the student who is late but also to the entire class. Missing even a few minutes of instruction can make it harder for students to catch up and feel connected to the day’s learning. By ensuring your child arrives on time each morning, you are helping them develop strong habits that will benefit them throughout their education and beyond.

Thank you for your support in making punctuality a priority. We appreciate your partnership in helping our students succeed!

TK bell schedule

Kindergarten - 5th grade bell schedule

2024-2025 Instructional Calendar

Hello!

Please click on this LINK for the latest counselor newsletter!

Have an amazing week!

Ms. Newman

Please click on the following LINK for the newsletter from our Community Liaison, Leonor Rodriguez

All students are entitled to a free breakfast and lunch for the 2024-2025 school year. Our lunch menu continues to be online. You can find both the breakfast and lunch menus HERE. You do have the ability to add any allergens through the link to ensure that if your student has any allergies, they know what to avoid. If your child has food allergies, be sure to fill out a medical exemption form that can be obtained in the office. This form must be signed by a physician.

Please see the letter below from Kursten Orr, our Child Nutrition Services Director.

As a Purple Star School, BES is committed to supporting the unique educational and social/emotional needs of our military students and families. I am tremendously proud of our commitment to the students and families connected to our nation's military. Thank you to our families, past and present who make so many sacrifices for our country. As the daughter and granddaughter of Veterans, I understand that sacrifice and I am eternally grateful. For more information, please click on the following link that will direct you to our webpage that offers information and support for military families.

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Email: allison.fortney@bonsallusd.com
Website: https://be.bonsallusd.com/
Location: 31555 Old River Rd. Bonsall, CA 92003
Phone: (760) 631-5205