JB Nelson Parent Newsletter 1.28.22
Principal’s Message
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JB Nelson Families,
For those of you who were around a few years ago, you know that we usually hold an in person ‘Family Science Night’ each Spring. The intent of this event is to give all JBN students an opportunity to experience some hands-on science, participate in an interactive science presentation and to create some science of their own if they are interested. This is not a traditional Science Fair, as Ss have several options to participate such as doing an experiment, presenting research of their choosing, or sharing a collection they might have. This event also includes a high interest, interactive presentation about science concepts on the stage.
This year, the PTO is planning to bring this back as an in person event on Tuesday, March 15th. We are planning to socially distance all of the students that have a display and limit the number of audience members in the presentation as well as having them socially distanced in the gym. If something changes and we have to pivot to a virtual event we are looking for ways to still have the students present their boards and have a live feed event that all families can view on the event night.
Please read this packet for more information about the event and please turn in this form if your child is interested in participating and presenting so we can prepare the spaces and have tables for all students that will present. Mrs. Phillips will be presenting this information to all students in the LRC in the next two weeks as well.
We start February next week and Valentine’s day will be here before we know it. As you are shopping for cards, remember that students cannot include candy or any food items in their cards. They can include pencils, stickers, etc. but due to food allergies we ask that no food be exchanged on this day.
Do you enjoy building systems and community outreach? The JBN PTO is looking to revamp our Watch D.O.G.S. program into a volunteer program that welcomes all members of our JBN community. If this is of interest to you, we are looking for 3 creative and collaborative parents to join our “Top Dog” Mr. Cheesman and I as we create the framework that will be presented to the PTO before the end of the school year. We would love to have both moms and dads as well as parents that have been at JBN for a long time and parents that are newer so that we have multiple perspectives as we plan for our future program. Please email me directly if you are interested or have follow up questions: nicole.prentiss@bps101.net.
Enjoy your weekend and we look forward to seeing our students on Monday!
~Mrs. Prentiss
Jaguar News
Next PTO Meeting
Please join us virtually for our next PTO meeting on February 8th at 6pm. All parents will receive a link to join in advance of the meeting. We always love seeing new faces and hearing new ideas!
Be Heard – Community Engagement Sessions
The Batavia Public School District is seeking community input on the future of our school facilities. You may have heard about the Building Our Future Together educational master facilities plan and now we need your help in moving it forward. We will be hosting a series of community engagement sessions to gather feedback from you on where we are headed. The first session is scheduled for February 1st from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at Batavia High School. For more info, please visit https://www.bps101.net/boft/
Battle of the Books-4th & 5th Graders
Students in 4th and 5th grade were excited to hear about the 15th annual Battle of the Books competition during LRC this week. All students in 4th and 5th grade are invited to participate. To learn more about the program, click on Battle of the Books 2022. If you have any questions please contact julie.phillips@bps101.net.
PTO Budget & Fundraising Committee Volunteers Needed
The PTO is looking for volunteers to help put together a budget and a fundraising committee. For the budget committee, we need 2 volunteers to work with the budget lead along with the treasurer to help approve our budget for the 2022/23 school year. For the fundraising committee, we need 4 volunteers to help look into fundraising platforms for our upcoming fun run and other fun easy fundraising opportunities for our school and PTO. If you are interested in volunteering for one of these committees please email the PTO at Jbnpto@gmail.com.
S.A.B. Friday School Store
Our student leaders on the Student Advisory Board opened up the school store again this fall after it was closed for 2 years. We have been working out some of the kinks these past few weeks. Since there are a lot of new families we thought we could provide some information for parents.
Who: Student Council members work in the store for all JBN students to shop
When: Every Friday 8:45 am-9am
*We close the line off to 10 students at 8:55 and send the rest of the students back to class so they are not late. Not everyone will get to buy each week.
*Students who ride the bus will have an opportunity to line up in a special line so we can make sure they get an equal chance to buy.
Where: LRC
Why: SAB is learning economics in a real world environment. Student leaders order items they think will sell, set prices and solve issues that arise while running the store. They also decide how to use the money they earn to help fund projects that help our schools, local communities as well as our global community.
Cost: Items range from $.50-$4.00 and will be updated on this price list. Limit 2 items per person.
*Thank you for remembering that this is a student run program so patience is appreciated!
Questions? julie.phillips@bps101.net or michelle.bach@bps101.net
Effortless Fundraising!
Here are a couple of EASY fundraising free ways to help the PTO and our students:
On-Line Shopping? Remember to use AmazonSmile
When you shop at smile.amazon.com, AmazonSmile donations are generated for the JBN PTO. For shopping from your desktop, please save this fundraising LINK to your Amazon account! If shopping from the mobile app, search smile.amazon then click to visit Your Amazon Smile Settings. Verify that JB Nelson Elementary School PTO is your charity of choice. Also, periodically check your renewal period and the On/Off dropdown to ensure donations continue.
Box Tops
Box Tops are worth $.10 each and they add up fast! Twice a year, our school receives a check to help pay for whatever we need – equipment, supplies or experiences the kids love! Receipts are valid for scanning for an entire 14 days. Make sure to designate JB Nelson Elementary School as your home school, and start scanning!
There are incredible promos for limited times! To view these promos, all you need to do is download the app on your device, or go into your already existing app, then click on Bonus Offers. Scroll all the way down to see the bigger promotions, and click on each one to view the deadlines and limitations. Currently Jewel-Osco, Mariano’s, Meijer and Target are offering extra box tops just for purchasing 5 General Mills products!
Download the Box Tops for Education app in the Apple store here: https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id1150038564 and in the Play Store here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.generalmills.btfe
Simple, Easy…Donate to your PTO
Did you know that you can donate to your PTO with a simple click of a button? Just visit the PTO website, scroll to the bottom and click DONATE. Your donations help fund teacher appreciation, seasonal crafts and events.
Feedback and Ideas for JBN PTO
We always want your feedback and new ideas! Please email ideas for discussion to JBNPTO@gmail.com.
Newsletter info
Need to get information out about your event, or need volunteers for your committee? Make sure your newsletter blurb has been cleared by either the PTO or Mrs. Prentiss and then get it to Dana Weller at jbnptoinfo@gmail.com by Wednesday at noon.
Upcoming Events
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PTO Meeting February 8
No School February 21
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