APRIL 2008
PRINCIPAL'S NEWS
By: Mrs. Lee Marker
It is hard to believe that we are already starting the fourth quarter of the school year. This quarter is usually an exciting quarter with honors events, DARE graduation, special field trips and many more exciting activities. I encourage all students to finish the year on a positive note. You will also note that teachers have higher expectations at this time of the year and that they are working to transition students to the next grade level. Our fifth graders have already started the process of transitioning to the Neff Campus by being introduced to the band program this past week. In mid May, the fifth grade students will take a tour of the Neff Campus.
Fourth quarter is always a tough quarter as the information that is covered is new and many of the skills require higher level thinking. Our third quarter honors assemblies will take place on Friday, May 2nd in the Bauer gym with grades 2nd and 3rd at 2:15 pm and 4th and 5th at 1:15 pm. (The younger grade level at each assembly will be honored first followed by the younger students.) We hope you will join us for this special event. This is also a wonderful time to capture pictures; feel free to bring the camera along.
I am very proud of the students who in the month of March practiced a fire drill and took part in the state wide tornado drill. We will have a spring lock down drill (preparation in the event of an intruder) and we will practice an evacuation drill allowing us to escort the students off property and account for them in a timely manner. As usual we are always looking at safety in our school and ask that all visitors sign in regularly at the office upon entering the school. Your cooperation in this matter is appreciated.
Kindergarten/Preschool Registration for 2008-2009
Parents are asked to come to the building in their attendance area on the following dates to register children who will be attending kindergarten in the 2008-09 school year (must be 5 years old on or before Sept. 30th).
Dates and Times for Kindergarten Registration:
Monday, April 21 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, April 22 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, April 23 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 24 from 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. and 4:00-7:00 pm.
Friday, April 25 from 9:30 a.m. -3:00 p.m.
In order to help the process go smoother you must bring the following pieces of information with you upon registering:
*Certified copy of birth certificate
*Immunization records
*Social Security Card
*Proof of Residency (lease, rental agreement, DP&L bill or mortgage statement)
*Certified copy of custody papers, if applicable
Planning for next school year
As the year comes to a close please remember that the Bauer staff work very hard when placing students in a classroom for next year. Careful consideration is taken to match student academic and social needs with teaching styles and philosophies. Feel free to express in writing the educational concerns which should be taken into account when placing your child in a homeroom for next year. This must be completed by April 30th on the form, which may be obtained from the office.
PTO News and Information
PTO NEWS: Our next PTO meeting will be on Wednesdsay, May 7th at 6:30 p.m. in the library. We would love for you to join us! At this meeting we will be electing officers for the 2008-2009 school year. If you are interested in a position you may fill out the nomination form that was sent home before spring break, or you can email Erin Storer at estorer@miamisburg.k12.oh.us
Arts and Crafts Fair and International Lunch
A huge thanks to everyone who helped out with the Arts and Crafts Fair and International Day! Both events were a huge success and it is because of the great parent support we have here at Bauer Elementary!
Fundraiser Pick Up/Market Day
You can pick up your fundraiser products and Market Day orders on Tuesday, April 22nd.
Market Day pick up is from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the gym.
Fundraiser pick up is from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the library.
Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
On Thursday, April 24th our volunteer breakfast will be taking place in the library. Invitations were sent out about this event. The breakfast starts at 7:45 a.m. and childcare will be provided. We hope to see many of you there!
Staff Appreciation Breakfast
This will be on Monday, May 5th in the library. There will be a flyer going home soon asking for volunteers to make certain foods for this event. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Kindergarten/Preschool Registration HELP!
If you would be willing to help register kindergarten and preschool students for next year, please email Erin Storer at estorer@miamisburg.k12.oh.us This will be the week of, April 21st from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Upcoming Events
April 14th-April 18th Second Grade Inview and Terra Nova Testing week.
April 15th Fourth grade challengers overnight trip to the Cincinnati Zoo
April 18th String Quartet for Bauer kindergarten and first grade classes
April 21st-25th Kindergarten and Preschool registration week for 2008-09 school year
April 22nd Market Day pick up 6:30-7:30 pm in the gym
April 22nd Product Pick up for PTO Brochure sale 6:00-7:30 pm in the library
April 24th Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast 7:45-8:30 am
April 28th Ohio Achievement Testing Week-Grades 3rd, 4th and 5th
Looking ahead
May 1st Chick-Fil-A visit
May 2nd Interims go home and 3rd quarter honors assemblies
May 6th Fifth grade farewell picture
May 7th PTO Meeting 6:30 pm-library
Reminders and Information
-Be sure your child dresses for the weather. It changes quickly at this time of the school year.
-Please do not drop off students prior to 8:40 am. We do not have staff on duty until this time.
-Please return money for the spring pictures or the unwanted pictures.
Counselors Corner
By Beth Myers
This month at Bauer, we will be finishing up our guidance lessons on the importance of “Responsibility”, and will begin a new lesson on the topic of “Fairness” and “Equality”.
As we welcome spring, Bauer also welcomes and encourages our students to exhibit fair, accepting and caring behavior in all situations. All grade levels will be involved in activities and discussions related to “lifting” others up instead of “putting” other down. We will be focusing on the power of our words and actions and the impact our choices have on others.