ILEAD: 11/27 - 12/1/2017

Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day

Hello Trailblazer Families:

We are so thankful for our families and students.  Please take this time to relax, make some memories and enjoy your family.  From our school family to yours -- HAPPY THANKSGIVING!  School resumes immediately at 9:00 on Monday, November 27 with the doors opening at 8:30 am.

BE PROACTIVE:

• Winterfest is coming!  Please mark your calendars for Friday, December 8!  More details will be forthcoming!
• Annual Canned Food Drive:  

• Habit of the Month-  November and December Picture Challenge

Each month we are challenging Crossroads families to catch their students following our habits of the month.  See below for more information regarding the habit of the months for November and December and be sure to send pictures to Nickie.spencer@bullitt.kyschools.us for us to showcase our students being outstanding leaders.

In the months of November and December we are focusing on Habit #3: Put First Things First and also on Habit #4: Thinking Win-Win. 

Students that Put First Things First know it is important to work before they play.  They focus on things that are most important and know when to say “no” to things they should not do.  These students set priorities, make a schedule, and follow a plan.  They are disciplined and organized.  You might catch your students doing their homework before they play video games or doing their chores before watching tv.  Look for ways your student is spending their time in productive ways. 

Students that Think Win-Win look for ways that everyone can win.  They balance having courage for getting what they want with consideration for what others want.  They are kind and considerate of other people.  When conflict arises, these student look for third alternatives that make everyone happy.  You might catch your student working out a disagreement with their sibling or showing kindness to a friend or neighbor.  Look for ways your student is being considerate of others and problem solving effectively!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• November 27:  Robotics, Energy, SBDM, Board Meeting
• November 28:  Chess
• December 1:  Sharpen the Saw, KONA, FREE PAJAMA DAY!
• December 4:  Robotics, Family Night at BCPL
• December 5:  Chess
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• December 8:  Winterfest
• December 11:  Energy, Robotics, SBDM
• December 18 - January 1:  Winter Break
• January 2:  BULLITT DAY
• January 3:  Students return!

OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR 2018-2019
We have identified 6 Elementary Schools and 4 Middle Schools open to student transfers for the 2018-2019 School Year. Transfers are dependent on no issues with the student’s grades, attendance and discipline; there must be room in the identified grade level and the parent must transport. ***** Parents may make application December 1 through January 15, for a student transfer in accordance with Board Policy to attend an Elementary or Middle School identified as accepting transfers for the next school year. Non-compliance with academic, attendance, or discipline requirements may result in forfeiture of future transfers or a return of the student to his/her school of residence. Once granted a transfer to an open school, parents may make application for their child to attend that school subsequent school years in accordance with Board Policy. 
Elementary Schools: Cedar Grove Elementary School (K, 1st, 2nd, and 4th grades only), Crossroads Elementary School, Freedom Elementary School, Maryville Elementary School, Nichols Elementary School (K, 1st, 3rd and 4th grades only), and Overdale Elementary School 

Middle Schools: Bernheim Middle School, Hebron Middle School, Mt. Washington Middle School, and Zoneton Middle School 

***SPECIAL IN-DISTRICT STUDENT TRANSFER FORMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER JANUARY 15, 2018 ***

Change In School Assignment Form

Want to stay updated on when buses are running late or short school wide announcements? 

Join REMIND by:

• Bus 407:  Text @bus83 to 81010
• Bus 895:  Text @3e22d to 81010
• Bus 987:  Text @7e9fhf to 81010
• Bus 1313:  Text @9ffh7 to 81010
• Bus 1351:  Text @bus1351 to 81010
• Bus 1461:  Text @gc7k47 to 81010
• Bus 1671:  Text @dd738a to 81010
• Schoolwide messages:  Text @mrsjskeen to 81010

Have a great weekend and don't forget to sharpen your saw!

The Staffulty of CES and Mrs. Skeens

ILEAD: 11/20 - 21/2017

Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day

Hello Trailblazer Families:

BE PROACTIVE:

• We have TWO wonderful days of school this coming week.  Please make sure your child is here, on time and ready to learn.  We have lots of good learning occurring these two days and lots to accomplish before Thanksgiving.  
• Winterfest is coming!  Please mark your calendars for Friday, December 8!  More details will be forthcoming!
• As the weather continues to cool, please make sure your child is coming to school dressed appropriately.  
• On the same note, we already have an abundance of clothing in our Lost and Found.  Please have your child check the LaF to see if any items belong to him/her.
• Picture re-takes for students who were absent are scheduled for November 20.  
• Another Title I/21st Century Family Reading Night will also take place on November 20 at Crossroads!  We are excited to host the Mt. Washington branch of the Bullitt County Public Library.    
• Habit of the Month-  November and December Picture Challenge
  Each month we are challenging Crossroads families to catch their students following our habits of the month.  See below for more information regarding the habit of the months for November and December and be sure to send pictures to Nickie.spencer@bullitt.kyschools.us for us to showcase our students being outstanding leaders!
  
  
  In the months of November and December we are focusing on Habit #3: Put First Things First and also on Habit #4: Thinking Win-Win. 
  
  
  Students that Put First Things First know it is important to work before they play.  They focus on things that are most important and know when to say “no” to things they should not do.  These students set priorities, make a schedule, and follow a plan.  They are disciplined and organized.  You might catch your students doing their homework before they play video games or doing their chores before watching tv.  Look for ways your student is spending their time in productive ways. 
  
  
  Students that Think Win-Win look for ways that everyone can win.  They balance having courage for getting what they want with consideration for what others want.  They are kind and considerate of other people.  When conflict arises, these student look for third alternatives that make everyone happy.  You might catch your student working out a disagreement with their sibling or showing kindness to a friend or neighbor.  Look for ways your student is being considerate of others and problem solving effectively!
  
  

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• November 20:  Robotics, Picture Retakes, Family Night at CES with the BCPL/FRC/ Title I/21st Century
• November 21:  UofL Trip for 5th Grade
• November 22 - 24:  Thanksgiving Break
• November 27:  Robotics, Energy, SBDM, Board Meeting
• November 28:  Chess
• December 1:  Sharpen the Saw, KONA, FREE PAJAMA DAY!
• December 4:  Robotics, Family Night at BCPL
• December 5:  Chess
• December 8:  Winterfest
• December 11:  Energy, Robotics, SBDM
• December 18 - January 1:  Winter Break
• January 2:  BULLITT DAY
• January 3:  Students return!

OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR 2018-2019
We have identified 6 Elementary Schools and 4 Middle Schools open to student transfers for the 2018-2019 School Year. Transfers are dependent on no issues with the student’s grades, attendance and discipline; there must be room in the identified grade level and the parent must transport. ***** Parents may make application December 1 through January 15, for a student transfer in accordance with Board Policy to attend an Elementary or Middle School identified as accepting transfers for the next school year. Non-compliance with academic, attendance, or discipline requirements may result in forfeiture of future transfers or a return of the student to his/her school of residence. Once granted a transfer to an open school, parents may make application for their child to attend that school subsequent school years in accordance with Board Policy. 
Elementary Schools: Cedar Grove Elementary School (K, 1st, 2nd, and 4th grades only), Crossroads Elementary School, Freedom Elementary School, Maryville Elementary School, Nichols Elementary School (K, 1st, 3rd and 4th grades only), and Overdale Elementary School 

Middle Schools: Bernheim Middle School, Hebron Middle School, Mt. Washington Middle School, and Zoneton Middle School 

***SPECIAL IN-DISTRICT STUDENT TRANSFER FORMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER JANUARY 15, 2018 ***

Change In School Assignment Form

Want to stay updated on when buses are running late or short school wide announcements? 

Join REMIND by:

• Bus 407:  Text @bus83 to 81010
• Bus 895:  Text @3e22d to 81010
• Bus 987:  Text @7e9fhf to 81010
• Bus 1313:  Text @9ffh7 to 81010
• Bus 1351:  Text @bus1351 to 81010
• Bus 1461:  Text @gc7k47 to 81010
• Bus 1671:  Text @dd738a to 81010
• Schoolwide messages:  Text @mrsjskeen to 81010

Have a great weekend and don't forget to sharpen your saw!

The Staffulty of CES and Mrs. Skeens

ILEAD: 11/13 - 17/2017

Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day

Hello Trailblazer Families:

BE PROACTIVE:

• Book Fair Night:  Tuesday Nov. 14th from 5:30-7:00 
• Month 3 Attendance was down slightly at 96.06%.  Please make sure your child is here, on time and ready to learn.  We do have many students coming in late, please work with your child to ensure they are ready to learn, every day.
• Winterfest is coming!  Please mark your calendars for Friday, December 8!  More details will be forthcoming!
• As the weather continues to cool, please make sure your child is coming to school dressed appropriately.  
• On the same note, we already have an abundance of clothing in our Lost and Found.  Please have your child check the LaF to see if any items belong to him/her.
• Picture re-takes for students who were absent are scheduled for November 20.  
• Another Title I/21st Century Family Reading Night will also take place on November 20.  

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• November 13 - 17:  Grandparent's Week and Book Fair (UPDATED)

• November 13:  Robotics, SBDM Report to the Board, PTA Meeting
• November 14:  Chess
• November 16:  FRC Friends' Club
• November 17:  Sharpen the Saw, Drills
• November 20:  Robotics, Picture Retakes, Family Night at BCPL/FRC/ Title I/21st Century
• November 21:  UofL Trip for 5th Grade
• November 22 - 24:  Thanksgiving Break
• November 27:  Robotics, Energy, SBDM, Board Meeting
• November 28:  Chess
• December 8:  Winterfest

Want to stay updated on when buses are running late or short school wide announcements? 

Join REMIND by:

• Bus 407:  Text @bus83 to 81010
• Bus 895:  Text @3e22d to 81010
• Bus 987:  Text @7e9fhf to 81010
• Bus 1313:  Text @9ffh7 to 81010
• Bus 1351:  Text @bus1351 to 81010
• Bus 1461:  Text @gc7k47 to 81010
• Bus 1671:  Text @dd738a to 81010
• Schoolwide messages:  Text @mrsjskeen to 81010

Have a great weekend and don't forget to sharpen your saw!

The Staffulty of CES and Mrs. Skeens

ILEAD: 11/6 - 10/2017

Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day

NO SCHOOL MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6 -- BULLITT DAY (FKA Teacher Planning Day)

Hello Trailblazer Families:

BE PROACTIVE:

• Don't forget about Daylight Savings Time!  Please remember to fall back one hour this weekend!
• If you haven't had a conference with your child's teacher, please contact us and let us know you would like to meet.  Please either email your child's teacher or call and leave a message with the office so we can get that scheduled.
• School attendance is important!  Did you know that if a child misses 10% of the school year, they are less likely to be able to read on grade level?  Please try to make sure your child is here, on time and ready to learn.
• We have several students who are being dropped off at 8:55 who still need to eat breakfast and are struggling to make it to class on time.  Please, if your child needs to eat breakfast, please have them here by 8:45 so they have plenty of time to eat.
• Don't forget to return your Grandparent's Week permission slips -- Remember, we must know who is in our building.  We're glad to have everyone visit, but for safety purposes, it is important to have these returned.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• NOVEMBER 6:  BULLITT DAY -- NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
• November 7:  Chess, Family Night/21st Century/Title I/FRC -- Woody the Weiner Dog
• November 9:  Learning Check 3 - 5
• November 10:  Veteran's Breakfast 
  -- We also want to help show supports as a school by trying to bring in $1.00 to wear Camo or dress in red, white and blue for celebrating our country. All the money collected on this day will go to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Pennies for Patients Foundation. 
• November 13 - 17:  Grandparent's Week and Book Fair (UPDATED)

• November 13:  Robotics, SBDM Report to the Board, PTA Meeting
• November 14:  Chess
• November 16:  FRC Friends' Club
• November 17:  Sharpen the Saw, Drills
• November 20:  Robotics, Picture Retakes, Family Night at BCPL/FRC/ Title I/21st Century
• November 21:  UofL Trip for 5th Grade
• November 22 - 24:  Thanksgiving Break
• November 27:  Robotics, Energy, SBDM, Board Meeting
• November 28:  Chess
• December 8:  Winterfest

Want to stay updated on when buses are running late or short school wide announcements? 

Join REMIND by:

• Bus 407:  Text @bus83 to 81010
• Bus 895:  Text @3e22d to 81010
• Bus 987:  Text @7e9fhf to 81010
• Bus 1313:  Text @9ffh7 to 81010
• Bus 1351:  Text @bus1351 to 81010
• Bus 1461:  Text @gc7k47 to 81010
• Bus 1671:  Text @dd738a to 81010
• Schoolwide messages:  Text @mrsjskeen to 81010

Have a great weekend and don't forget to sharpen your saw!

The Staffulty of CES and Mrs. Skeens