Thursday, August 8, 2013

Making the most of your Bear Back to School Night!!


Hi Friends ~  Much preparation has been going on at Bear, getting ready for your children to start later on this month.  Before school starts we have Bear Back-to-School-Nights (BtSN).  Full of fun and information, and you certainly want to make the best of it.  So here are a few ideas to help you have a great BtSN!!

Come early, but not too early.  The door to your BtSN will open about 15 minutes prior to the scheduled time.  You want to get there, get parked, get a place to sit or stand, and be ready once the meeting begins.  If the meeting you will be attending is second one of the day, please know that the previous group might still be there.

Make friends.  Everyone in the meeting is connected to the same grade.  Meet parents, other children.  Those connections can be helpful during the school year.

Bring a note pad for notes.  I know, you have a cell phone for notes.  For this meeting, skip the phone and use paper.  Your kids know that you can check Facebook, email and even play games quietly, all the while not paying attention.  Show them that this is important enough to not have your phone out.  And you will be modeling what to do when something is important… write it down.

You will get a lot of information at BtSN.  Part of this meeting is held in the Lunchroom and part of it is held in the classroom.  This is an opportunity to meet the teachers.  This is not a good time for a conversation with the Teacher about an important issue.  Plan to make an appointment to discuss the matter.

 Plan to Plug in.  You will receive a Bear PTA packet that includes all your PTA forms.  Each teacher will be looking for parents to help with functions during the year.  Considering volunteering.  This school is great, and we need you to help make it greater!!
Not sure when your BtSN is?  Check below…
Tuesday, August 13
5th grade at 5pm
4th grade at 6:15
Wednesday August 14
3rd grade at 5pm
2nd grade at 6:15
Thursday, August 15
 1st grade at 4pm
Kindergarten at 5:30


We look forward to seeing you soon!!

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