PTA Events and Updates

BRES is looking for a few great parents to fill the roles needed to maintain and support our wonderful PTA. If you are interested in supporting BRES by becoming a PTA Officer, please contact the nominating committee (Brandi Gozy, Beth Ryals, and Rebecca Campbell) at banksrdpta@gmail.com. Please see the attachment for more details.

Mark your calendars for the General PTA Meeting and Family Fun Night on April 24th at 6:00 p.m. Family bingo will begin immediately following a brief PTA meeting. See the attachment for details. Please call the school or email Ms. Mendler @ banksrdpta@gmail.com.

And last but not least, tomorrow night is Tuesday! That means it is Jersey Mike's Spirit Night. Every Tuesday in the month of April is our PTA School Spirit Night sponsored by our PTA. Join me and the family, along with other Trailblazers for dinner anytime between 4-8 p.m. Our PTA will receive 20% back from any purchases. Please be sure to let the cashier know that you are a Trailblazer. Have a soccer or baseball game? Have to get your child to dance practice? Feel free to stop by and get your subs and salads to go! BRES will still receive the 20% back!

That's your PTA update Trailblazers! Mrs. Graf

April is PTA Spirit Month at Jersey Mike's!

Just a reminder that every Tuesday in the month of April is PTA School Spirit Night at Jersey Mike's at McCuller's and Ten Ten.  Join us for dinner and Trailblazer fellowship or grab subs "to go" each Tuesday from 4:00-8:00 p.m.  Our PTA will receive 20% back to support the school.  It's an easy way to support our school and NOT cook dinner!

Updates and More

Trailblazers,

Here are few updates and reminders.  

Beautification Day IS SATURDAY, April 5th  from 8:30 - 12:30 p.m..  We need your help to spread mulch.  Please bring a wheelbarrow, garden gloves, pitch forks, and rakes.  Any students that attend will receive a COMPASS COIN for their class.   Remember, you do not have to be there the entire time, just stop by when you can.  Any help will be greatly appreciated!!

The Fun Run was amazing yesterday.  We had a great turn out of parents, grandparents and family friends.  Students felt supported and walked or ran the entire time.  Don't forget that for every $10 collected by April 15, that student's name will be put in the drawing for a $75 gift certificate from Feet Fleet.  ALL Money is due by May 2nd.  At last count, we have raised almost $10,000 for new technology for BRES students! Amazing Trailblazers!  A big thank you goes out to our PTA and all of the volunteers for their support in making our Fun Run a wonderful experience for our students.  

Carpool is changing! In an effort to reduce the traffic out on Banks Road we will begin a double carpool loading zone with in the next two weeks.  You may notice new markings in our drive way on Monday, specifically outlining the bus lanes and the carpool lane.  The new markings will  specifically show where the carpool changes from a single lane to a double lane.  The double lane will allow for additional vehicles to line up for carpool and move towards the student loading zone.  Additionally markings and signage will indicate where vehicles should stop and remain stopped until directed to the loading zone by a school staff member.  Our first priority is student safety in carpool and local law enforcement and WCPSS Facilities staff members will be assisting us in making this transition as well.  I will be sending out specific information regarding these upcoming changes to all carpool parents.  

Please call the school with any questions about the content of this message.  

My Banks Best, Mrs. Graf 

Student Council Update

Trailblazers,

Here is an update from our Student Council. While we will be knee deep in the learning and teaching process on Saturday, we will also be joining in March Madness for a little bit of fun too! See below for more information:

Who's pumped for March Madness? Let's celebrate being at school this Saturday, March 22nd by cheering on our favorite college teams! Wear your college team's T-shirt... it might increase your chances of winning your bracket! Student Council classroom representatives will be sharing this with their classrooms so all students can participate. See you all on Saturday! :)

Thank you,
Your Student Council

PTA Spirit Night at Interskate is rescheduled for THIS Sunday 3/23/2014

Trailblazers,

Here we go...3rd time may be the charm!!

INTERSKATE SPIRIT NIGHT has been rescheduled (again) for this Sunday night (March 23rd) from 6:00 - 8:00. It looks like it may just rain that day, might as well bring your family out for a fun-filled night of skating. Remember, it's only $3 to skate, bounce house fun, slice of pizza and a drink. And, best of all, it is only for Banks Road Families and Friends. Hope to see you there!

Let's celebrate no more snow days Trailblazers! Let's skate and enjoy our time together!
My Banks Best, Mrs. Graf

Upcoming Parent Learning Opportunity

Trailblazers,

As you know we are a school wide Title I school and have been designated as a School of Focus due to our achievement gap. Here is information regarding an upcoming conference where you can be engage and be a learner! Please read below to learn more information about this opportunity. Mrs. Graf


The English as a Second Language and the Family and Community Engagement Programs of Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) will be holding the Annual Educational Culture Conference on Saturday, April 12, 2014, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The conference will be held at Millbrook High School, 2201 Spring Forest Road in Raleigh. Interpretation will be provided in: Arabic, Chinese, French, Korean, Spanish and Vietnamese

Title III/ESL Families and ELL Students will have the opportunity to learn from different workshops, network with other international families, and get information from the different WCPSS Programs, Community Agencies and Organizations. The objective of the Annual Educational Culture Conference is to celebrate cultural diversity and provide parents and students with the educational tools for academic success.

Event Includes:

· Interpretation will be provided in: Arabic, Chinese, French, Korean, Spanish and Vietnamese

· Continental Breakfast and Lunch

· Workshops for Parents

· Workshops for Elementary, Middle and High School Students

· Giveaways

· Information Fair



For more information, contact MariaRosa Rangel @ 431-7703 or mrangel1@wcpss.net

Upcoming Parent Learning Opportunity

Trailblazers,

As you know we are a school wide Title I school and have been designated as a School of Focus due to our achievement gap. Here is information regarding an upcoming conference where you can be engage and be a learner! Please read below to learn more information about this opportunity. Mrs. Graf


The English as a Second Language and the Family and Community Engagement Programs of Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) will be holding the Annual Educational Culture Conference on Saturday, April 12, 2014, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The conference will be held at Millbrook High School, 2201 Spring Forest Road in Raleigh. Interpretation will be provided in: Arabic, Chinese, French, Korean, Spanish and Vietnamese

Title III/ESL Families and ELL Students will have the opportunity to learn from different workshops, network with other international families, and get information from the different WCPSS Programs, Community Agencies and Organizations. The objective of the Annual Educational Culture Conference is to celebrate cultural diversity and provide parents and students with the educational tools for academic success.

Event Includes:

· Interpretation will be provided in: Arabic, Chinese, French, Korean, Spanish and Vietnamese

· Continental Breakfast and Lunch

· Workshops for Parents

· Workshops for Elementary, Middle and High School Students

· Giveaways

· Information Fair



For more information, contact MariaRosa Rangel @ 431-7703 or mrangel1@wcpss.net