BSS 85th Birthday Celebration!! |
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On Wednesday, September 23 was our 85th birthday!! It was the first time this school year that the entire school was together on the back lawn. Students got cupcakes and waters on their way outside. Each class sat together on different areas of the lawn. It was wonderful to see our students have some time of "normalcy" during our celebration. There was laughter, sharing and just fun while at the same time maintaining social distancing rules. We miss our parents and hope to have events where they can attend very soon!
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Alum Knight, Michael Bost, was our surprise entertainment at the event. He played a variety of music and the kids loved dancing after they ate!
York Photography was there taking pictures in our photo booth and will share those with us soon.
Thank you very much Mrs. Fitzgerald for taking the lead and putting this celebration together! Also thank you to everyone that helped make this a wonderful day!
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Tuesday, September 29 - Stock the Lounge for teachers and staff
Wednesday, September 30 - Spirit Night - Texas Roadhouse - Be sure to put your receipt in the BSS bucket.
Friday, October 2- St. Francis Prayer Service-9:00 AM
October 5 - October 16 - Iowa Assessments
Friday, October 23 - Pink Out Day - Wear Pink from the head to toe!
Friday, October 30-Halloween Celebration
Monday, November 2 - Winter Uniforms Begin
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Stock the Lounge - 9/29/20
Instead of a buffet lunch this year, let's stock the lounge with our staff's favorite snacks and drinks! Please only send in individually wrapped items.
This year, there is a lounge on the first and second floors. These items will be divided between the two areas. This will ensure that staff can easily grab a snack or drink when they need to refuel!
Students can bring these items in and we will collect them at the door!
Thank you for your support!!
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Our Little Knights Celebrated BSS 85th Anniversary!
Our Little Knights also celebrated BSS's 85th birthday with smiles, cupcakes and fun! Some of them celebrated from their classrooms and other from the picnic tables just outside their playground.
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Crossing Guard Needed
We are happy to see so many of our students walking and riding their bikes to school! Due to this, we would like to get one or two crossing guards to help our students and parents safely cross Hillcrest Ave. and Davis St. We have permission from the Burlington Police Department and ABSS for crossing guards to be in these areas.
If you or someone you know would like to volunteer, please let us know! Hours we'd need someone are 7:15-8:00am and 2:50-3:15pm.
Contact Beth Fitzgerald if you'd like more information!
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STREAM Speakers Wanted!
Our STREAM speakers share their experience of using any or all of the following: science, technology, religion, engineering, art, and math in his or her career. The middle school students also enjoy hearing about the process the speaker went through to find a profession that he or she is passionate about.
Since our speakers can only be virtual, we would love to hear from family members or friends who live here in Burlington, in other parts of the state, or even across the country. If you or anyone you know would like to be a part of our STREAM speaker series please email Mrs. Tichy ( etichy@bssknights.org) to schedule a date. |
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Iowa Assessments
Please mark your calendar as the Iowa Assessments dates has changed from October 5-October 16.
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Kindergarten and 7th Grade Immunizations
There was an Option C message on Saturday concerning the required vaccinations and proof for students in Kindergarten and 7th grade. Please understand that state law states that if a school does not have the appropriate documentation after October 31, students will not be allowed to return to school (in-person and remote learning) until families have met the requirements.
Habrá un mensaje de Opción C el sábado sobre las vacunas requeridas y comprobantes para los estudiantes de jardín de infantes y séptimo grado. Por favor, comprenda que la ley estatal establece que, si la escuela no tiene la documentación apropiada después del 31 de octubre, los estudiantes no podrán regresar a la escuela (aprendizaje en persona y remoto) hasta que las familias cumplan con los requisitos.
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Remote Learners/Estudiantes Aprendiendo Remotamente
Drop-off and Pick-Up for remote learners in grades K through 8th, will begin Friday after 4:00, September 25 - September 27. Little Knights drop-off and pick-up is every other week. Families work will be clipped together and will be in the crate of the oldest child.
Es la hora de recoger y dejar el trabajo de su hijo, estudiantes de aprendizaje remote. Las mesas estarán al aire libre y el trabajo se colocará en contenedores. Coloque el trabajo de su hijo en una carpeta / sobre de papel manila etiquetado con el nombre de su hijo. Puede dejar / recoger a partir de las 4:00 del viernes. Los contenedores estarán afuera desde el sábado y domingo 25 de septiembre -27 de septiembre. El trabajo de los Little Knights se dejara y recogera cada otra semana. El trabajo por familia se colocara engrapado junto en el contenedor del hijo mayor.
CLICK HERE to access a reminder presentation for remote learners
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BSS Pre-Kindergarten Newsletter
Mrs. Glenn and Mrs. Kelso will be sharing with parents their Pre-Kindergarten Newsletter! Parents of Pre-K program students will be able to find out important information about what's going on in the classroom. Stay connected!
There is a link to the school application on our From the Office of Admissions Section below.
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What if My Child Gets Sick in School/Home?
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Order Your Yearbook!
There's nothing else like BSS yearbook. Get your hands on the limited edition collection of our stories from the year. Share it with your friends today and hang on to it for years to come!
Presione en el enlace de arriba para que ordene El Yearbook Escolar para su niño.
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Dismissal Procedures
Please remember to stay in your car when you are picking up your child at dismissal. Do not park in the parking lot or across the street to pick up your child Thank you for cooperation.
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School Office Hours
In order to limit the number of people in the office, the school office hours to conduct business with parents are Tuesday and Wednesday from 7:30-9:00 AM and 2:45-4:00 PM. If these hours are not suitable, please call the office at 336-570-0019 for an appointment.
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After School Hours and Homework
Our afterschool program runs from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm on school days. If your child forgets their homework after school, please do not come back to school and ask the after school personnel if they can take your child to the classroom. Thank you for your cooperation.
CLICK HERE for more info on our after school program.
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Lunch Information
My Hot Lunchbox is excited to be partnering with Blessed Sacrament School again this year as the hot lunch provider. To begin ordering lunches, click the link below to log in or follow the instructions on the attached registration letter to create your free account!
Important Note: You will need to Update Your Profile with the student's correct teacher to view the meal calendar.
If you have any questions, please give us a call at (888) 894-8295 or email us at info@myhotlunchbox.com. We are looking forward to serving your school! |
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If you are bringing lunch to your child, please make sure it is labeled with your student's name and grade level and leave it on the table just outside the front door of the school--Do not forget to buzz the office to let us know you dropped by. |
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Since we are unable to do many activities inside the school where parents can meet and get to know Blessed Sacrament School's teachers or staff members, we are going to bring them to you through our Teacher's Spotlight Section here!
Each week, we will feature a teacher or staff member and they will share a little about themselves. This week, we will have Mrs. Tonya Byerly!
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Mrs. Byerly received her undergraduate degree from UNCG where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. In 2015, she received her Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from NC A&T where she graduated Magnum Cum Laude and completed an action research project at Blessed Sacrament School.
She returned to Blessed Sacrament in 2018 and is our Kindergarten teacher. Before rejoining BSS two years ago, she taught 2nd and 3rd grade at River Mill Academy. Mrs. Byerly strongly believes in the value of the faith component of education after teaching in the public sector.
Mrs. Byerly resides in Burlington with her husband, Chris. Her daughter Grace is a junior at Appalachian State University! When she isn’t teaching, she enjoys her family, reading and many outdoors activities like running and hiking.
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Birthday: 9/10
My favorite places to eat: Simply Thai, The Root, The Village Grill
My favorite place to get coffee: Starbucks
My coffee order is: White chocolate mocha
When I go to Biscuitville, I order: Chicken biscuit
I love to shop at: TJ Maxx, Target, Ann Taylor Loft, NY and Company
My favorite colors are: pink, light blue
My favorite sports team is: Appalachian
My favorite candy/snack is: chocolate
T-shirt size: medium
monogram (first, middle, last): TBB
Hobbies: running
CLICK HERE to find out about other teachers and school staff.
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Please pray for:
We pray for Mrs. Gomez as she continues to lead our school.
We pray for those affected by this pandemic. We pray for our school, students, teachers, staff and families.
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Dear Parents,
It was a wonderful birthday celebration! 85 years and still going Knight Strong! Thank you for your support throughout the years.
Mrs. Gomez
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From the Office of Admissions |
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Office Hours
Mr. Rico will be available at the office Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays for any questions or concerns related to admissions. You can reach Mr. Rico at 336-570-0019 ext. 212 or by email at jricobenavides@bssknights.org Hablamos Español!
We are limiting the number of people inside our building this year. If you would like to schedule a tour, please contact Mr. Rico--We are allowing tours in a limited capacity after school hours.
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From the Office of Advancement |
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A note from Mrs. Fitzgerald:
We had a wonderful time celebrating our 85th birthday with students and staff. I smiled when I walked past a classroom and saw all the students in party hats! It was a fun and festive day at our school!
Thank you to York's Photography Studio for taking pictures at our photo booth. Students were so cute taking pictures with their friends and siblings. We will upload these to Facebook and our website as soon as we receive them.
I'd also like to thank our surprise entertainment, AlumKnight, Michael Bost. He played songs and instruments for us during the event. Students enjoyed socially distanced dancing after eating! You can learn more about Michael's musical endeavors on his Facebook page, Dredlok.
Cupcakes were provided by Sweet Stuff by Meredith! She made 300 individually packaged chocolate and vanilla cupcakes! Everyone enjoyed their sweet treat.
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Looking ahead to next week:
Tuesday, September 29th- Stock the Lounge
I hope we are able to stock the upstairs and downstairs lounge areas with all of the staff's favorite snacks and drinks. I know they will be so appreciative!
Wednesday, September 30th- Texas Roadhouse Spirit Night
Order dinner to go or eat in the restaurant! Just be sure to put your receipt in the BSS bucket. They will give us 10% of all BSS sales.
As always, message me with any questions or ideas!
Be sure to follow us on Facebook and remember to use our hashtag this month: #85yearsandstillKNIGHTstrong
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Link your AmazonSmile
AmazonSmile is a simple way for you to support Blessed Sacrament School every time you shop, at no cost to you. AmazonSmile is available at smile.amazon.com on your web browser and can be activated in the Amazon Shopping app for iOS and Android phones. When you shop at AmazonSmile, you’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added benefit that AmazonSmile will donate 0.5% of your eligible purchases to BSS. Just make sure you choose Blessed Sacrament Church/School as the charity organization you select.
Remember, only purchases made at smile.amazon.com, (not www.amazon.com or the mobile app,) generate AmazonSmile donations.
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Box Tops For Education
No more clipping. No more sending Box Tops to school. All you need is your phone. Download the ALL-NEW Box Tops app, shop as you normally would, then simply scan your store receipts to find participating products. The app will automatically credit Blessed Sacrament School's Box Tops earnings online. Click here for a video of how it works.
Twice a year, your school will receive a check and can use that cash to buy whatever it needs! If you see this label, use the new Box Tops app to scan your receipt. Box Tops are still worth 10¢ each for your school. CLICK HERE
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Link your Lowes Card
With Cart to Class, Lowes Foods will give up to a quarter of a million dollars to local schools this year. To participate, just enroll Blessed Sacrament School on your Fresh Rewards card, and start earning for our school. Click Here
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Link your Harris Teeter VIC Card
When you shop Harris Teeter brands, a percentage of your purchase is donated to Blessed Sacrament School if your VIC card is linked.
You link your card online ( CLICK HERE), or you can ask your cashier to link your VIC card by providing our TIE code 1704. |
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Parents and Students of the Class of 2025
to learn more about the Bishop Experience!
Wednesday Villain Walks
October 7, 14, 21, 28
November 4, 18
9am welcome in the courtyard followed by a tour
RSVP for your Villain Walk
or call the Admissions Office for your personal appointment
"Ask a Villain"
Middle School Students, please join us for a
Virtual meeting with Bishop Students Past and Present
Wednesday, October 21st at 6pm
“Ask our College Counselors”
The Benefits of a College Prep High School
The Advantages of the Bishop Experience
Parents please join us for a
Virtual meeting with the Bishop College Counselors
Tuesday, October 27th at 6:30pm
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