Barney Ford Elementary
Weekly Update: October 31, 2024
10/31/24, 1:17 PM
Dear Families,
Students had so much fun dancing, watching movies, and enjoying Halloween stories today. We loved seeing all the creative costumes. Please be safe tonight if you are going trick or treating. Enjoy the long weekend!
No School Tomorrow, Nov. 1st: Teacher Planning Day
There is no school for students the day after Halloween. Teachers will be planning together on Friday. Discovery Link will be open from 7:00-5:30 on Friday. Registration is required for the camp.
Tomorrow is the Last Day to Share Your Opinions
The DPS “Your Voice/Tu Voz” Family Survey is open now through Friday, Nov. 1. This survey focuses on measuring outcomes across the district and its learnings that directly impact students and families. It is an opportunity to share what you think about our school and how we can improve it.
Families can access the survey link here. Make an impact by taking the DPS Your Voice/Tu Voz family survey.
First Second Friday: Coffee and Conversation on November 8
Our November Coffee and Conversation with the principals will be on Friday, November 8. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. We have a free coffee bar and the event is a great time to meet with the principals, hear about school news, ask questions, and meet other community members.
November’s topic is “Raising Media Smart Kids: Tips on Managing Family Media Use & Internet Safety”. Learn tips on raising media smart kids, including managing family media use, choosing age-appropriate media, limiting social media, choosing cell phones, and using safe district library resources
Discovery Link Registration
Bilingual Discover Link staff will be available to help with registration for our free after-school programs on November 5th from 4:30 - 6 pm in the Cafe. Stop by if you need help getting signed up.
Attendance Update
With the holidays approaching we often see a drop in attendance. Please plan your vacations around the school calendar so your students are here every day we are in session.
Last week our attendance was back up to 93%! Third grade had the best attendance: 95.7! Keep it up!
Upcoming Events
- Friday, November 1: No School – Teacher Planning Day (Discovery Link is open)
- Monday - Friday, November 4-8: Scholastic Book Fair (2:45-4:00 p.m.)
- Thursday, November 7: Third Grade Field Trip
- Friday, November 8: First Friday Coffee and Conversation
- Friday, November 15: Fourth Grade Field Trip
- Wednesday, November 20: Thanksgiving Lunch
- Friday, November 22: Dollar Dress Down
View the November Monthly Calendar here.
