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Monthly Updates
September 2023
Hi Falcon Families,
We have entered our second month of school, and I’m happy to report it’s been a fantastic start! Our school is buzzing with enthusiasm, and our teachers and students have been working hard. You should have already received our September calendar, but I have attached it for your review just in case you didn’t. September 2023.pdf
Here are some upcoming reminders/updates:
Interims: Will be sent home Monday, September 11, 2023.
Spirit Store: We are still waiting for some Spirit Store items to arrive. These items will be sent home as soon as we receive them. Thank you for your patience.
Fall Fundraiser: Back by popular demand! We are excited to kick off our school-wide donation campaign again this school year, starting Monday, September 11th - October 6th. Because of your generosity over the years, our students enjoy additional PE equipment, STEAM resources, student rewards, and umbrella shades for our playground! Please refer to the attached flyer for all the details for this year’s campaign. I want to express my gratitude for your ongoing support in enhancing our school. Thank you in advance. Fall Fundraiser Flyer 2023.pdf
Carpool Line: To ensure the safety of all students, please remember not to use your cell phone while in the carpool line and to put your car in park when your child enters or exits the vehicle. We aim to minimize distractions and prioritize the well-being of our students. Thank you for sharing your children with us, and have a safe Labor Day weekend!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Gillard
June 2023
December 2022
Hi Falcon Families,
The Bluff Ridge Primary Faculty & Staff would like to wish you and your families a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! We hope each of you enjoy the time you have with your family during this holiday break and make lots of memories. We look forward to seeing you in 2023! J
Before we depart, here are just a few updates/reminders:
Beignets with Bluff Ridge: We would like to thank our NEST organization for hosting such a wonderful event. It was our first time hosting this event on our campus and it was wonderful to see all of our falcon families engaged in holiday cheer. We have no doubt this event will continue to grow and get better and better each year!
Christmas Break: Will be December 22nd – January 4th.
Staff-Development Day: January 13th is a Staff Development Day on our calendar. This is a workday for staff only. Students will not report to school on this day.
Stay safe and enjoy your holiday break! We will see you next year!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Gillard
May 2022
May 11, 2022
Hi Falcon Families,
Teacher/Staff Appreciation is in full swing, and words cannot express how much we appreciate the generosity of our parents and community. It feels great to be loved and appreciated!
Here are just a few updates/reminders:
Lunch: Parents who wish to eat lunch with their child before the school year ends will have an opportunity to do so next week. Unfortunately, parents will not be able to purchase a school lunch due to a food shortage but are welcome to bring their own. As a reminder, no outside food, other than a bagged lunch prepared at home may be brought into the cafeteria.
PBIS: We would like your feedback regarding the Positive Behavior Intervention and Support system. The survey will aid us in making changes to the PBIS process for next year. Please use the link provided to complete the survey. Thank you for helping make our school a more positive and successful school.
https://forms.gle/
Parent Survey: As we look ahead to plan for next year, we welcome your feedback. Please take a moment to complete this short survey using the following link. It’s super quick and should only take 3-5 minutes. Thank you in advance for your feedback!
https://forms.gle/
Dress Down: Students may dress down for $2.00 to support Volunteer Ascension this Friday, May 13th.
5th Grade Recognition: We will recognize our 5th graders Thursday, May 19th at 9:15 am in our cafetorium. Each student may invite two guests to attend.
Early Dismissals: As a reminder, we will have early dismissal on the following days this week:
Save the Date: Prep Day is scheduled for Friday, August 5, 2022. More details to come this summer!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Gillard
February 2022
February 17, 2022
Hi Falcon Families,
I can’t believe how quickly our second school year here at Bluff Ridge Primary is flying by. We are already in the middle of February and Mardi Gras break is rapidly approaching. It’s been an awesome year so far with our students and we thank you for sharing your precious babies with us.
Here are just a few updates/reminders:
P-EBT Louisiana/ Food Assistance for Families of School Children: Louisiana received federal approval to issue Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) benefits for the 2021-22 school year. Eligible students are those who typically receive free or reduced-price school meals but haven’t received those meals because of school-approved virtual learning schedules or approved quarantine caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The attached flyer provides additional information about eligibility and when benefits will be issued.
PBIS Dress Down: Join us for a dress-down day to support PBIS on February 25th. Students may dress down for $2.00. You can make your donation online at apsb.schoolcashonline.com. All donations must be made by the morning of February 25th to participate.
Bike Giveaway: Students with no minor or major infractions during the 3rd nine weeks have a chance to win one of two bikes. The drawing will be held on March 18th.
Parent-Teacher Conference Day: Parent-Teacher conference day will be held on Monday, March 21, 2022. Children in grades K-5 will not attend school on this date. Parents will have the option to attend virtually or in person. Teachers will be sharing additional information soon.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Gillard