Tuesday, April 30, 2013

April 30th School Messenger

Trailblazer Families,

This is your principal Mrs. Graf.  :)  Happy Tuesday!  I want to take a moment to give you few reminders:

* Talent Show rehearsal has started.  The schedule has been posted on the blog as well as the school website.  All students participating as a main act or a transitional act should attend.
* Thursday morning at 8:00 is the Student Council meeting.   All grade level representative should meet in the Media Center at 8:00. 
* This Thursday is our Parents Are Connected Night!  This is a special night for all families and students in 3, 4 and 5th grade.  Come learn about how you can prepare your child for the end of grade assessments or EOG's.  Also there is an incentive for students who attend this meeting with an adult.  Students who come to this special evening will receive a ticket to attend a "special event" in the gym with Ms. Williford on Friday morning during arrival time.  The night begins at 6:00 p.m. 

Additionally, looking to next week:

* Teacher Appreciation Week begins.  Please visit the PTA website or my principal's blog for a list of events that our wonderful PTA has planned.
* May 9th is Kindergarten Orientation for all parents who have a rising Kindergarten child. 
* May 10th is Early Release.  We will begin dismissal at 1:15 p.m. 

That's it Trailblazers.  If you have any questions about this information please call the school at 919-890-7333 or visit the Principal's Desk blog.  Have a great evening! Mrs. Graf
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PTA Board for the 2013-1014 School Year

Congratulations to the 
newly elected 
2013-2014 PTA Officers

President - Michelle Mendler
VP Communications - Michelle Cobb
VP Programs - Carrie Causey
VP Ways & Means - Heather Burgin
Treasurer - Claire DiBlasi
Secretary - Lynn Maruna
2011-2012 BRES PTA Officers 
President - Michelle Mendler
VP Communications - Jenn Giancola
VP Programs - Thu Washington
VP Ways and Means - Heather Burgin
Treasurer - Thaihien Hicks
Secretary - Susan Naylor 




Congratulations to the 
newly elected 
2013-2014 PTA Officers

President - Michelle Mendler
VP Communications - Michelle Cobb
VP Programs - Carrie Causey
VP Ways & Means - Heather Burgin
Treasurer - Claire DiBlasi
Secretary - Lynn Maruna
2011-2012 BRES PTA Officers 
President - Michelle Mendler
VP Communications - Jenn Giancola
VP Programs - Thu Washington
VP Ways and Means - Heather Burgin
Treasurer - Thaihien Hicks
Secretary - Susan Naylor 





Congratulations to the newly elected 
2013-2014 PTA Officers

President - Michelle Mendler
VP Communications - Michelle Cobb
VP Programs - Carrie Causey
VP Ways & Means - Heather Burgin
Treasurer - Claire DiBlasi
Secretary - Lynn Maruna
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BRES Staff Appreciation Week

Trailblazer Parents,
Our PTA is planning a wonderful week of appreciation for our teachers.  Read below to find out more information. 
 

May 8-15th
Recognizing Classroom Teachers & Teacher Assistants

Students can bring in special handmade notes, gifts, pictures, yummy treats and/or flowers from your garden May 8-15th. Parents/ Guardians may also write notes of appreciation to the teachers during this time.  Please do not feel you need to purchase items for this week.

            Tues. May 9th & Thurs. May 14th 
            Recognizing Specials Teachers


The PTA is also asking students to bring in special handmade notes, gifts, pictures, yummy treats and/or flowers from your garden for the specials teacher they have on Thursday, May 9th  and Tuesdays, May 14th. 

Below are some activities planned by the Hospitality Committee:

Wednesday,  May 8th: Coffee/beverage  Bar and Bagel Breakfast
Thursday, May 9th:   Goodies in mailbox
Friday, May 10th:  Early Release Super Salad Bar Luncheon w/ Strawberry Shortcake
Monday, May 13th:  Goodies in the Mailbox
Tuesday, May 14th:  Goodies in the Mailbox
Wednesday, May 15th:  Ice Cream Social
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Teacher Appreciation Contest!

Hey Trailblazer Parents,

Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week!  We LOVE our teachers here at BRES and our students are the first ones to share how much they appreciate their teachers! 

Check out this contest that your child can enter to show appreciation.  You can be CREATIVE with the entry:  a song, poem, dance...you name it.  The winner will receive something for the class and the teacher will get a special gift as well!

http://www.wcpss.net/blog/2013/04/teacher-appreciation-week/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+wcpss%2Fma+%28Morning+Announcements%29

Please let me know if you have any questions. :)  Mrs. Graf
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Monday, April 29, 2013

NC STATE UNIVERSITY Summer Reading Skills Programs

Information regarding the NC State University Summer Reading Programs were sent out in Friday folders.  If you have any questions regarding how the programs can support your child, please call 1-800-978-9596. 

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Banks Boomers/Chorus Practice Resumes Tomorrow: April 30th!

Ms. Loftin is back from track out.  Chorus practice will resume tomorrow, April 30th and will continue every Tuesday until the Talent Show on May 30th.  Practice is scheduled for 8:00 a.m. in the Music Room for the following Tuesdays:

April 30th, May 7th, May 14th, May 21st and May 28th.

Please call the school at 919-890-7333 or email Ms. Loftin at lloftin@wcpss.net.  Thanks! Mrs. Graf
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Talent Show Update & Rehearsal Dates

Talent show rehearsals begin this week!  A note was sent home from Ms. Loftin last week.  All students performing are expected to be at every rehearsal.  This is the only way to ensure that show will be the best it can be.  If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Loftin at lloftin@wcpss.net.

Tuesday, April 30th:  4:15-5:15 p.m.
Thursday, May 2nd:  4:15-5:15 p.m.
Tuesday, May 14th:  4:15-5:15 p.m.
Thursday, May 16th:  4:15-5:15 p.m.

Dress Rehearsal:  Tuesday, May 28th 4:15-6:00 p.m.
Talent Show:  May 30th 6:30 p.m.  (Acts need to be here at 5:45 p.m. to be ready to perform.)


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