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Bel Aire Newsflash: 10/9/24 |
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| Bel Aire Book Fair October 14-18 |
| Bel Aire Book Fair Family Night Wednesday, October 16, 5:30-7:30pm |
| The Great Shakeout Earthquake Drill Thursday, October 17 |
| Mosaic Project: Mr. Sawyer's Class October 14-18 |
| Bel Aire PTA Fall Fiesta Thursday, October 24, 5:00-7:00pm |
| 5th Grade Outdoor Ed: Walker Creek Monday, October 28-Thursday October 31 |
| Bel Aire Halloween Parade Thursday, October 31, 2:00pm |
| Staff Development Day: No School Monday, November 1st |
| Picture Retake Day Friday, November 8th |
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| Principal News |
| Dear Bel Aire Families,
Thank you to everyone who attended the Grade Level Caregiver Talks over the last few weeks. If you couldn't make it, here's the link to the parent ed articles we have compiled and the slides that we shared.
One parent had an excellent question about how we teach students about digital citizenship and responsible use of technology. These topics, plus many more relevant technology-related areas, are taught in our weekly library classes led by Ms. Brigulio. For example, each grade level will have a differentiated lesson about online privacy and safety. Students read a text that illustrates the main idea, and then they collaborate on a product that they share with the class.
We were thrilled to see several of our Junior Coach student leaders present at the RUSD Board meeting last night. Their confident and articulate responses in front of a large group of adults were inspiring. We are all proud of them for representing our school and sharing about our successful Junior Coach program. Well done, Hadley, Miles, Garrett, and Luna!
Lsstly, I would like to extend a special thank you to Nicole Hindley and Cub Scout Pack 48 for their contribution to the meeting. Their leadership in conducting the flag ceremony added a sense of respect and unity to the meeting.
Sincerely,
Principal John DiCosmo |
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Dr. Madeline Levine - Join Us! |
| Dear Parents/Caregivers:
We are excited to invite you to an upcoming virtual event featuring renowned psychologist and New York Times bestselling author, Dr. Madeline Levine. Join us for an engaging discussion on "Preparing Our Kids to Thrive in an Uncertain & Rapidly Changing World" as Dr. Levine addresses the unique challenges our children face today.
In this session, Dr. Levine will explore the demands stemming from today's competitive environment, the impact of social media engagement, and the implications of constant device dependency. She will shed light on how these factors heighten the pressure on our children regarding academic performance and achievement.
Drawing from her extensive research and experience, Dr. Levine will offer effective, evidence-based strategies to help parents, caregivers and educators nurture resilient, motivated children who can thrive in this complex landscape and achieve their goals.
There are two offerings this school year: Tuesday, October 29, 2024 from 6:30 – 7:30pm (Virtual) or |
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5th Grade Day of the Dead Ofrenda Walk-Through |
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| Event: Parent / Guardian Day of the Dead Ofrenda Walk-Through |
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Youth Truth Student & Family Surveys |
| Later this month, Bel Aire students, staff, and families will have the opportunity to share their voices via the Youth Truth survey. The parent survey will be sent via email, and students will complete the survey online in their classes. The survey usually takes about 15-20 minutes.
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HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS |
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| Halloween Parade Info The 3rd & 4th grade parade is scheduled for Thursday, October 31st from 2:00 - 2:30 pm on the upper blacktop. Parents, caregivers, and non school-age siblings are welcome. Please wait on the blacktop before the parade. Teachers will bring students down to the blacktop, parents and guests will gather in the assigned area (look for the sign).
5th grade students will have a separate parade on 10/25 since they will be at Outdoor Ed on 10/31. Details will be sent by 5th grade teachers.
Costumes are optional. Students may wear or bring their costumes to school, and must be able to get in and out of them without assistance. Costumes must be in good taste (no gore) and age-appropriate. No weapons, or wheels, allowed. Students must be able to walk in their costumes. Masks are allowed for the parade only. All makeup and hair sprays and color must be applied at home. Students are not allowed to bring these items to school. If your child has PE, they must bring appropriate shoes and clothes for running and participating in PE.
Classroom Parties: Classroom parties have been scheduled at the discretion of the teacher. Party activities and treats have been arranged by the classroom teacher and the class event coordinator. Please do not send in extra candies or sweet treats for your child to share. All guests must check in at the tables in front of the office. Guests may not be on campus without a visitor pass. |
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Bel Aire Book Fair October 14-18 |
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| PREVIEW DAY Monday 7:30-8:30am 12-1:00pm 2:30-4:00pm |
| Tuesday 7:30-8:30am 12-1:00pm 2:30-4:00pm |
| Wednesday 7:30-8:30am 12-1:00pm Family Night 5:30-7:30pm |
| Thursday 7:30-8:30am 12-1:00pm 2:30-4:00pm |
| Friday 7:30-8:30am 12-1:00pm 2:30-4:00pm |
| Dear Families,
Book Fair Hours:
The Book Fair closes in person but remains open online all year.
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| The online Bel Aire Book Fair is now open. All proceeds go toward our school library and adding more books for the kids to enjoy. |
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| Join us for in person shopping October 14th - 18th.
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| Our annual fall Bel Aire event is back - Fall FIesta on October 24th. We've added inflatable obstacle courses, a professional photo booth, pumpkin arts & crafts, carnival games and dinner you can purchase for the family. Grab you Bel Aire students, their siblings and your whole family for a fun evening!
Book Fair Volunteers: Help our kids find and buy books to build their at home libraries and grow our Bel Aire library at the same time.
Safe Rides to School Volunteer: Give out prizes as the kids arrive at school if they ride the bus, walk, or bike once a month. This job can be as big or as small as you want it to be. |
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Join Today |
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Bel Aire School Mission Statement:Bel Aire Elementary School is a community of learners and collaborators. We practice habits of mind to support learning (growth-mindset, resilience, perseverance and collaboration) and kindness (mindfulness, gratitude, compassion and inclusivity). We set goals and take accountability for our learning by understanding learning targets and success criteria. We make friends and resolve conflicts because we are peacemakers and change agents. |
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