ILEAD: 2/26 - 3/2/2018

Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day

Hello Trailblazer Families:

BE PROACTIVE:

• Tuesday is our STEM Night sponsored by Title I    and 21st Century!  We are excited to welcome the Bullitt County Public Library and the awesome Maker Space equipment they will be bringing with them.  Please make every effort to attend.
• Congratulations to our ARCHERY team, they competed last weekend and received 2nd over all.  Sophie Howard placed 3rd and Hayden Bishop-Baker placed 5th in their respective groups.
• Please remember, if you are visiting our school, you will need to have a picture ID in order to enter the building.  We are continually refining our protocols for safety, however this is not new and will continue to be required.  Thank you for cooperating with us as we strive to keep kids safe!
• GOOD LUCK to our Academic team this upcoming weekend at Regional Governor's Cup!  We are super excited to see how well they do in this competition.  
• THANK YOU to Ms. Shepherd and her team for making our Family Reading Night a great success.  We have lots of pictures on Facebook, check it out!

UPCOMING EVENTS:  

• Updated School Calendar can be located HERE Tuesday, June 5 is currently the last day of school for students. Please remember, February 20 is now a day off due to the special election

• February 26:  Robotics, Energy, SBDM, Board Meeting
• February 27:  Fitness, Archery
• February 28:  Walking Club, Archery
• March 2:  READ ACROSS AMERICA -- HAPPY BIRTHDAY Dr SEUSS
• March 16:  CES LEADERSHIP DAY
• Our Crossroads Leadership Day is Friday, March 16 from 9:30 - 12:00. If you would like to tour our school during a regular instructional day to see how the Leader in Me has impacted our students, please make sure you come in and fill out a background check with Ms. Stacey in the front office so you will be able to attend. The background check is good for two years and costs $10. Also, the last day of school will be our annual Field Day, and you will need a background check to attend that, as well.
• March 23:  KINDERGARTEN PRE-REGISTRATION
• What to Bring Birth Certificate: (Required to Register) 
• KY Certificate of Immunization: (Required to Register)
• Health Care Examination: (Required to Register)
• Eye Examination (Optometrist): By January 1
• Dental Examination (Dentist): By January 1
• 2 Proofs of Residence/Driver’s License: (Required to Register)

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 @mrsjskee to 81010

MORE INFO...

• For any child wishing to enter Kindergarten who is NOT 5 years old by August 1:
  The Early Entrance to Kindergarten window opens January 1st and closes April 1st. Applications can be made online or hard copies can be requested. Filling out an application doesn’t mean that your child will qualify, there are a series of assessments that will determine qualification. CLICK HERE
  
  
  Beginning the 2017-2018 school year, any child who enrolls in Kindergarten in the state of Kentucky must be 5 years old by August 1st. (Policy 09.121)

• New Immunization Info for 18-19:
• Important immunization changes are outlined in 902 KAR 2:060 for 2018-2019 school year.  Please note the following changes in order for your child to attend school:  
• Effective July 1, 2018:  ALL students in kindergarten through twelfth grade must show proof of having received two doses of Hepatitis A vaccine to attend school.  These 2 shots must be given 6 months apart.  Please DON’T DELAY in getting these started.  Students will need to have the first dose before January and the second dose by July 1st.  This is a NEW school requirement.  Therefore, if your child has already been vaccinated, the school will need the certifications showing proof in order to enroll your child for the 2018-2019 school year.   

• Students aged 16 years or older must show proof of having received two doses of Meningococcal vaccine to attend school.   If the first dose of meningitis vaccine was received at age sixteen (16) years or older, the second dose is not required for school entry. 

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

The Staffulty of CES and Mrs. Skeens

ILEAD: 2/19 - 23/2018

Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day

Hello Trailblazer Families:

SCHOOL IS CLOSED ON MONDAY - TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19 - 20 FOR PRESIDENT'S DAY AND THE BC SPECIAL ELECTION.

BE PROACTIVE:

• Thursday, February 22 is our Family Reading Night!  We are excited to see our SuperLeaders join us for lots of literacy skills and activities.  

UPCOMING EVENTS:  

• Updated School Calendar can be located HERE Tuesday, June 5 is currently the last day of school for students. Please remember, February 20 is now a day off due to the special election

• February 19 - 20:  NO SCHOOL
• February 20:  
  
  
  
  
• February 21:  Walking Club, Archery
• February 22:  RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE, RTA Family Reading Night

• February 26:  Robotics, Energy, SBDM, Board Meeting
• February 27:  Fitness, Archery
• February 28:  Walking Club, Archery
• March 16:  CES LEADERSHIP DAY
• Our Crossroads Leadership Day is Friday, March 16 from 9:30 - 12:00. If you would like to tour our school during a regular instructional day to see how the Leader in Me has impacted our students, please make sure you come in and fill out a background check with Ms. Stacey in the front office so you will be able to attend. The background check is good for two years and costs $10. Also, the last day of school will be our annual Field Day, and you will need a background check to attend that, as well.
• March 23:  KINDERGARTEN PRE-REGISTRATION:  More details to come
• 
  

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 @mrsjskee to 81010

MORE INFO...

• For any child wishing to enter Kindergarten who is NOT 5 years old by August 1:
  The Early Entrance to Kindergarten window opens January 1st and closes April 1st. Applications can be made online or hard copies can be requested. Filling out an application doesn’t mean that your child will qualify, there are a series of assessments that will determine qualification. CLICK HERE
  
  
  Beginning the 2017-2018 school year, any child who enrolls in Kindergarten in the state of Kentucky must be 5 years old by August 1st. (Policy 09.121)

• New Immunization Info for 18-19:
• Important immunization changes are outlined in 902 KAR 2:060 for 2018-2019 school year.  Please note the following changes in order for your child to attend school:  
• Effective July 1, 2018:  ALL students in kindergarten through twelfth grade must show proof of having received two doses of Hepatitis A vaccine to attend school.  These 2 shots must be given 6 months apart.  Please DON’T DELAY in getting these started.  Students will need to have the first dose before January and the second dose by July 1st.  This is a NEW school requirement.  Therefore, if your child has already been vaccinated, the school will need the certifications showing proof in order to enroll your child for the 2018-2019 school year.   

• Students aged 16 years or older must show proof of having received two doses of Meningococcal vaccine to attend school.   If the first dose of meningitis vaccine was received at age sixteen (16) years or older, the second dose is not required for school entry. 

• 
  

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

The Staffulty of CES and Mrs. Skeens

ILEAD: 2/12 - 16/2018

Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day

Hello Trailblazer Families:

BE PROACTIVE:

• JUMP ROPE FOR HEART
• All Money is due by February 16, 2018
• Checks payable to: American Heart Association
• Tuesday evening is our STEM Night with the Bullitt County Public Library, sponsored by 21st Century and Title I.  We're excited to share Maker's Space with your family.
• Just a reminder -- next week is a full school week.  We have had lots of illness, but seem to be on the upswing.  Please let us know if your child is going to be absent by calling school at 869-7400.  
• Valentine Parties will be held on February 14.  Your child's teacher should let you know times and if any supplies are needed.00

Habit of the Month-  February 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 February Habit of the Month and be sure to send pictures to Nickie.spencer@bullitt.kyschools.us for us to showcase our students being outstanding leaders!
  
  
  In the month of February we are focusing on Habit #6: Synergize
  Students that Synergize, understand that working together is better!  More can be accomplished and more ideas are shared when we work together.  These student value other people’s strengths
  and learn from them.  They get along well with others, even those that are different from them.  These students work will with groups.  They seek out other people’s ideas to solve problems and value learning from others.  Try to catch your student working with someone else to accomplish
  a goal!

UPCOMING EVENTS:  

• Updated School Calendar can be located HERE. Monday, June 4 is currently the last day of school for students. Please remember, February 20 is now a day off due to the special election

• February 12:  Robotics
• February 13:  FAMILY STEM NIGHT, Fitness Club, Archery
• February 14:  Walking 
• February 19 - 20:  NO SCHOOL
• February 20:  
  
  
  
  
  
• February 21:  Walking Club, Archery
• February 22:  RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE, RTA Family Reading Night

• February 26:  Robotics, Energy, SBDM, Board Meeting
• February 27:  Fitness, Archery
• February 28:  Walking Club, Archery
• March 16:  CES LEADERSHIP DAY
• Our Crossroads Leadership Day is Friday, March 16 from 9:30 - 12:00. If you would like to tour our school during a regular instructional day to see how the Leader in Me has impacted our students, please make sure you come in and fill out a background check with Ms. Stacey in the front office so you will be able to attend. The background check is good for two years and costs $10. Also, the last day of school will be our annual Field Day, and you will need a background check to attend that, as well.
• March 23:  KINDERGARTEN PRE-REGISTRATION:  More details to come
• 
  

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

MORE INFO...

• For any child wishing to enter Kindergarten who is NOT 5 years old by August 1:
  The Early Entrance to Kindergarten window opens January 1st and closes April 1st. Applications can be made online or hard copies can be requested. Filling out an application doesn’t mean that your child will qualify, there are a series of assessments that will determine qualification. CLICK HERE
  
  
  Beginning the 2017-2018 school year, any child who enrolls in Kindergarten in the state of Kentucky must be 5 years old by August 1st. (Policy 09.121)

• New Immunization Info for 18-19:
• Important immunization changes are outlined in 902 KAR 2:060 for 2018-2019 school year.  Please note the following changes in order for your child to attend school:  
• Effective July 1, 2018:  ALL students in kindergarten through twelfth grade must show proof of having received two doses of Hepatitis A vaccine to attend school.  These 2 shots must be given 6 months apart.  Please DON’T DELAY in getting these started.  Students will need to have the first dose before January and the second dose by July 1st.  This is a NEW school requirement.  Therefore, if your child has already been vaccinated, the school will need the certifications showing proof in order to enroll your child for the 2018-2019 school year.   

• Students aged 16 years or older must show proof of having received two doses of Meningococcal vaccine to attend school.   If the first dose of meningitis vaccine was received at age sixteen (16) years or older, the second dose is not required for school entry. 

• 
  

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

The Staffulty of CES and Mrs. Skeens

ILEAD: 2/5 - 9/2018

Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day

Hello Trailblazer Families:

Bullitt Day:  Monday, February 4:  NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

BE PROACTIVE:

• A message from Mrs. Spencer:
• JUMP ROPE FOR HEART
• NO CASH: Checks ONLY Please!!
• JRfH will take place the week of Feb. 12-16, 2018 during Special Area time. Mrs. Spencer will let you know your day very soon.
• All Money is due by February 16, 2018
• Checks payable to: American Heart Association
• Contact Mrs. Spencer for any questions or concerns.

• Our Crossroads Leadership Day is Friday, March 16 from 9:30 - 12:00. If you would like to tour our school during a regular instructional day to see how the Leader in Me has impacted our students, please make sure you come in and fill out a background check with Ms. Stacey in the front office so you will be able to attend. The background check is good for two years and costs $10. Also, the last day of school will be our annual Field Day, and you will need a background check to attend that, as well.

Habit of the Month-  February 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 February Habit of the Month 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 February we are focusing on Habit #6: Synergize
  Students that Synergize, understand that
  working together is better!  More can be accomplished and more ideas are
  shared when we work together.  These student value other people’s strengths
  and learn from them.  They get along well with others, even those that are
  different from them.  These students work will with groups.  They
  seek out other people’s ideas to solve problems and value learning from
  others.  Try to catch your student working with someone else to accomplish
  a goal!

UPCOMING EVENTS:  

• Updated School Calendar can be located HERE. Monday, June 4 is currently the last day of school for students. Please remember, February 20 is now a day off due to the special election

• February 5:  BULLITT DAY, no school
• February 6:  Chess Party, Archery
• February 7:  Walking Club, Archery
• February 8:  Academic Team
• February 10:  District Governor's Cup at Spencer Co
• February 12 - 16:  Jump Rope For Heart
• February 12:  Robotics
• February 13:  FAMILY STEM NIGHT, Fitness Club, Archery
• February 14:  Walking 
• February 19 - 20:  NO SCHOOL
• February 20:  
  
• February 21:  Walking Club, Archery
• February 22:  RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE, RTA Family Reading Night
• February 26:  Robotics, Energy, SBDM, Board Meeting
• February 27:  Fitness, Archery
• February 28:  Walking Club, Archery
• March 16:  CES LEADERSHIP DAY
• March 23:  KINDERGARTEN PRE-REGISTRATION:  More details to come
• 
  

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

MORE INFO...

• For any child wishing to enter Kindergarten who is NOT 5 years old by August 1:
  The Early Entrance to Kindergarten window opens January 1st and closes April 1st. Applications can be made online or hard copies can be requested. Filling out an application doesn’t mean that your child will qualify, there are a series of assessments that will determine qualification. CLICK HERE
  
  
  Beginning the 2017-2018 school year, any child who enrolls in Kindergarten in the state of Kentucky must be 5 years old by August 1st. (Policy 09.121)

• New Immunization Info for 18-19:
• Important immunization changes are outlined in 902 KAR 2:060 for 2018-2019 school year.  Please note the following changes in order for your child to attend school:  
• Effective July 1, 2018:  ALL students in kindergarten through twelfth grade must show proof of having received two doses of Hepatitis A vaccine to attend school.  These 2 shots must be given 6 months apart.  Please DON’T DELAY in getting these started.  Students will need to have the first dose before January and the second dose by July 1st.  This is a NEW school requirement.  Therefore, if your child has already been vaccinated, the school will need the certifications showing proof in order to enroll your child for the 2018-2019 school year.   

• Students aged 16 years or older must show proof of having received two doses of Meningococcal vaccine to attend school.   If the first dose of meningitis vaccine was received at age sixteen (16) years or older, the second dose is not required for school entry. 

• 
  

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

The Staffulty of CES and Mrs. Skeens