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As we close out Memorial Day weekend, we want to take a moment to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Memorial Day is an important opportunity to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy and to recognize the courage, service, and dedication of those who gave their lives protecting others. We hope families were able to enjoy meaningful time together this weekend while also taking time to remember the significance of this day.<\/div>\n
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As we move toward the final weeks of the school year, there are so many exciting events, celebrations, and opportunities to connect as a school community. Our PTA has helped organize an incredible lineup of end-of-year activities for students and families, and we are so grateful for the countless hours of support, planning, and partnership they provide throughout the year. Be sure to check out all of the upcoming events and opportunities included below in this newsletter.<\/div>\n
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Additionally, for families looking for fun summer activities, camps, events, and local adventures, we highly recommend checking out\u00a0Whatcom Kid Insider<\/u><\/strong><\/a>. It is a fantastic local resource filled with family-friendly events and ideas happening throughout Whatcom County all summer long. Families may also want to explore the\u00a0Dinger’s Kids Club<\/u><\/strong><\/a>, which offers free perks and deals for kids at Bellingham Bells games and other local activities throughout the season. Summer in Whatcom County offers so many wonderful opportunities for connection, exploration, and fun for kids and families alike. These experiences enrich kids’ lives, and create so many vocabulary and background knowledge opportunities.<\/div>\n
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Tyler Dockins, Principal<\/div>\n
Nate Beede, Assistant Principal<\/div>\n
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PK3 & TK Field Day – June 4<\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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10:10am to 11:50am\u00a0– 4th and 5th grade<\/div>\n
11:25am to 12:30pm – Life Skills\/Low Sensory<\/div>\n
12:05pm to 1:45pm – K and 1st grade<\/div>\n
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Calling all Parents of Tweens!<\/h2>\n
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The internet is part of everyday life for kids \u2014 and so are the risks that come with it. Online predators, exploitation, and harmful content are realities that families in our community aren\u2019t immune to. That\u2019s why we\u2019re bringing this conversation directly to parents.<\/div>\n
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Brigid Collins Family Support Center presents \u201cScreens & Tweens\u201d \u2014 a free prevention training on June 3rd, featuring Agent Miller with the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. You\u2019ll gain real insight into the digital world your child is growing up in and leave with tools to help keep them safer. Join us at Bellingham Golf & Country Club from 10 a.m. to noon. Registration is free and refreshments will be provided!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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Upcoming Events<\/h2>\n
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Mark your calendars for these upcoming events:<\/div>\n
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Tuesday, May 26 – PTA Meeting<\/div>\n
Wednesday, May 27 – IRE Skate Night<\/div>\n
Thursday, May 28 – last day for preschool<\/div>\n
Thursday, May 28 – 5th grade school dance<\/div>\n
Friday, May 29 – last day to turn in volunteer forms<\/div>\n
Thursday, June 4 – last day for TK and TK field day<\/div>\n
Friday, June 5 – K-5th grade field day<\/div>\n
Tuesday, June 9 – kindergarten graduation<\/div>\n
Wednesday, June 10 – last day of school – 1:15pm dismissal<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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Our annual spring assessments are just around the corner! Students in grades 3\u20135 will take the Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBA), 5th graders will also take the Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science (WCAS), and all students in grades K\u20135 will complete i-Ready testing.<\/div>\n
Testing Dates:<\/strong><\/div>\n