Hello, Scottie families!
With the winter weather in full effect, a reminder to send your students with coats, hats, and gloves, as we typically have recess outside, even when it's cold. We hope you all have enjoyed the snowfall this week, and with the possibliity of more winter weather in the weeks ahead, please be sure to keep a close eye on the news and www.fcps.edu when snow is in the forecast for any school closures or delays.
As a reminder, next Thursday, January 25, is the last day of the quarter and a two-hour early release for students. Also, schools are closed for students on Friday, January 26, for a teacher workday.
Have a great weekend, Scotties!
Morgan Birge, Principal
Natalie Vershaw, Assistant Principal
Melissa Johnson, Assistant Principal
Family. Relationships. Success.
Next Week's Events
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January 23 - Winter Strings Concert, Oak View ES, 6:30-7:30 pm
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January 25 - BBES Spirit Day, Anything But a Backpack Day!
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January 25 - End of 2nd Quarter, 2-Hour Early Release
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January 26 - Teacher Workday (no school for students)
Positivity Project
Upcoming Weekly Focus: Social Intelligence
Character Strengths: You are aware of other people’s thoughts and
feelings. You understand why they do things.
Quote of the Week: “The single most important lesson I learned in 25
years of talking every single day to people, was that there’s a common denominator in our human experience. The common denominator I found in
every single interview is we want to be validated. We want to be understood.”
-OPRAH WINFREY
A few amazing highlights that happened this week...
Quarter End, Early Release, and Student Holiday
Thursday, January 25, is the last day of the quarter and a two-hour early release for students. Also, schools are closed for students on Friday, January 26, for a teacher work day. See the complete school year calendar.
School Construction Community Meeting - Update
The Bonnie Brae Elementary School Construction Community Meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, February 1st, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. The meeting will take place in the school’s cafeteria (enter door #1). Language interpretation will be provided.
We have heard that the contract for the renovation has been signed, and funds have been transfered to the contractor. Site work will take place soon for the contractors trailer (on the left front ball field as you face the fields from the parking lot), and in a few weeks we expect to see renovation work taking place on the addition and in the vacated wing of the building.
The meeting is being rescheduled because of the snow day. Project completion is still projected to be Winter 2025.
The February 1st community meeting is an opportunity to learn what to expect as construction begins on the school renovation. Questions and comments can be shared at the meeting and in an online feedback form that will be open
Click here to learn more about the February 1st Bonnie Brae Community Meeting. Updates and information about the renovation will be posted to the Bonnie Brae Elementary School project webpage.
Yearbook Ordering Information Coming Soon
Information about ordering the 2023-2024 Bonnie Brae Yearbook is coming soon! Families will be able to purchase yearbooks by check or online (no cash). The cost per yearbook is $23 if ordered by our pre-order deadline, April 15th. If families purchase a yearbook during our June onsite sale, the cost per yearbook increases to $25. During the onsite sale, we will have a limited number of yearbooks for sale (first come, first serve).
Look for yearbook ordering information in the next couple of weeks.
Loving Solutions - A Class for Families with 5-10 Year Olds
Join other Robinson Pyramid families for a 10-week free family workshop focused on improving communication, boosting self-esteem, supporting strong willed children, and creating spaces of harmony at home. View the Loving Solutions flyer for more details and to register for the workshop.
Our baseball fields and trees were covered in beautiful snow!
Dual Language Immersion Program Registration
Registration for the countywide lottery for Dual Language Immersion (DLI) programs will open on Monday, January 22. Current pre-K students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program, and current kindergarten students may apply for the first grade immersion programs for the 2024-25 school year. Programs are available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish.
Parents/caregivers who are interested may want to attend an informational meeting. Meetings are held at the school site. Check the FCPS events calendar for the most current information. Meetings will begin on Tuesday, January 16.
A virtual meeting hosted by the World Languages Office will include general program information. Access to this virtual meeting will be made available on the FCPS events calendar and the Dual Language Immersion registration site on the day of the meeting.
Get more information on the immersion program webpage and registration page.
What Families Can Do to Fight Drug Misuse
FCPS is committed to raising awareness about the opioid epidemic with our educators, parents/caregivers, and students. Together, we can help ensure our students thrive.
What can families do?
- Show you disapprove of underage drinking and other drug misuse. More than 80% of young people ages 10-18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision whether to drink.
- Show you care about your child’s health, wellness, and success.
- Show you are a good source of information about alcohol and other drugs. Find helpful resources on the FCPS Opioid Awareness webpage.
- Pay attention to your child and discourage risky behaviors.
- Build your child’s skills and strategies for avoiding drinking and drug use. Talk with your child about what they would do if faced with a decision about alcohol and drugs, such as texting a code word to a family member or practicing how they will say, “No thanks.”
Visit the FCPS website for more information.
January is National Mentoring Month
Imagine a world where young people feel empowered, encouraged, and understood. Mentors can make that world a reality by helping young people find and follow their passions, excel in school, and thrive wherever they are.
Learn more about Mentoring Month.
Research has shown that young people with at least one trusted mentor are less likely to skip school, less likely to use illegal drugs or drink alcohol, and more prepared to enter college or the workforce. Yet one in three children lack a mentor.
All it takes is one person to serve as a trusted adult to help change a young person’s path in life. Mentors provide attention, support, and enrichment, and help connect their mentees to resources that may help them on their journey in life.
FCPS’ MentorWorks program matches mentors with students in schools near where they live or work. They meet for at least 30 minutes a week. Learn more about how to become a mentor for an FCPS student. Please contact Martha Macdonald, mentoring specialist, for additional information at mmacdonald@fcps.edu.
Event Volunteers Needed!
Wonderful volunteers are needed for upcoming events! Your time helping with these events is what makes this all possible! Consider signing up for a shift, or even sign up your former Scottie for some service hours! Many hands make light work ❤️ Make some new friends, support our Scotties, and help make the magic happen!
***We're still in need of a Lead for the Spring Carnival so we can keep it on our calendar. If you're interested, please email president@bonniebraepto.org
GLOW Dance SignUp Genuis
Valentine's Day Lunch SignUp Genius
Bonnie Brae Staff Basketball Game SignUp Genius
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View the 2023-2024 FCPS School Calendar
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January 29 - 3rd Quarter Begins
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February 6 - PTO Paisanos Burke Restaurant Night, 4-9 pm
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February 9 - PTO GLOW Dance, 6-9 pm
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February 14 - Valentine's Day Lunch
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February 19 - George Washington's Birthday & Presidents' Day Holiday (no school for students and staff)
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February 21 - PTO Meeting (In-Person), 6-7 pm
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February 23 - Parent Coffee (BBES Cafeteria), 8:40-9:15 am
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