Families, thank you for your ongoing love and support as we continue to wrap our arms and hearts around those students and families who were injured in our recent bus accident. The BEJ community has been nothing but gracious as they have offered up prayers, kind words, and warm thoughts. We ask that you continue to keep these families, as well as our entire BEJ student body and staff in your thoughts.
I cannot say enough wonderful things about the first responders and local community members who responded on Thursday. They continue to reach out and check in on our families and students. Today, we welcomed members of our local Eli Whitney Fire Department who came to have lunch with students. I have always said it takes a village, and our community has proven that our village remains strong!
Now, for a few more announcements...
We are excited to offer a Family Literacy Night on Tuesday, October 17 from 5:30 until 7:00. Our teachers will offer sessions on 6 critical components of literacy and instruction. Each session will last approximately 25 minutes. Please come out and learn more about literacy in the school and at home. The session topics include:
- Phonemic Awareness (Recommended for K-2)
- Phonics (Recommended for K-3)
- Fluency (Recommended for 2-5)
- Vocabulary (Recommended for K-5)
- Comprehension (Recommended for K-5)
- Read to Achieve (Recommended for 2-4)
Important Dates
Tuesday, October 17 - Literacy Night @BEJ; 5:30-7:00
Wednesday, October 18 is now a FULL school day for students
Monday, October 23 - Friday, October 27 - Red Ribbon Week
- Monday, October 23 - These Paws Don't Touch Drugs - Wear BEJ Gear
- Tuesday, October 24 - Put a Cap on Drugs - Wear a Hat
- Wednesday, October 25 - Too Bright for Drugs - Wear Neon and Sunglasses
- Thursday, October 26 - Drugs Can't Find Me - Wear Camouflage
- Friday, October 27 - Team Up Against Drugs - Wear Your Favorite Team Gear
Monday, October 30 - This is now a REGULAR SCHOOL DAY
Thank you again for all of your love and support. We are blessed to be a part of such a wonderful community. We look forward to seeing all of our Tiger Cubs on Monday morning!
Mrs. Drummond, Principal