BFPP NEWS

We had some great fun at the Move-a-thon. Lots of smiling faces and people moving all around. We raised some money at the bake sale and we are still hoping to have some more donations come in.

Please donate here!

Please send the link to family and friends letting them know this is a great way to support the school you love. Donations are earmarked for BFPP and will support field trips, supplies, guest speakers and community events. Below is the pledge sheet you can use to record your collected donations. There is a QR code on the sheets for easy donations too. There are also a few pledge sheets available at Sheri's desk. Please turn in all donations by Oct. 31st.

Warmly,

Your Proud Principal Kate

Greetings BFPP Families,

How is your autumn going so far? I hope that you and your family are well! This week BFPP had its first Move-A-Thon and it was wonderful to see so many people join in the fun. There were lots of different choices for how to get moving which made me think about all the different ways we can engage our bodies to improve our learning and mental health. How do you like to keep moving?

Are you a fan of manga and/or graphic novels? Are you not a fan yet but interested in learning more? Come join in! In this four-part workshop series we will use manga and graphic novel styles to explore personality, relationships, emotions, and storytelling. Email me with any questions. Hope to see you there!

Global Citizen Room 1:30pm- 3:00pm

Part 1 – Monday October 21st

Part 2 – Monday October 28th

Part 3 – Monday November 4th

No School Monday November 11th

Part 4 – Monday November 18th

Friday November 1st @ 12-3pm in the BFPP Library

Come watch Inside Out (rated PG) together! Afterwards we'll discuss what we watched.

More details to come!

We are restarting Wednesday community meals! On Wednesdays each week we will get a delivery from Sustainable Connections. Say hello to the volunteer, Bill, if you see him! We will have food available around 12 noon. Food will be put in the family lounge after the community meal, and it will be available to anyone who would like some. Please feel free to eat it here at BFPP or take some home for your family. Over the next couple weeks we will be adjusting the plan for this as needed. Send me an email if you are interested in volunteering!

Hope that you all have a wonderful weekend! See you next week!

Warmly,

Counselor Jess

jessica.sheasley@bellinghamschools.org 360-676-6424 x 4966

October

Wednesdays at Noon: Community Lunch

Wed. 10/16, 11am: Tea With Kate

Wed. 10/16, 1-2pm: Pop-Up Cafe

Thurs. 10/17, 10:30-12pm: Writing Workshop

Fri. 10/18: No School

Mon. 10/21, 1:30-3pm: Manga Workshops Begin

Mon. 10/21, 12-1pm: Community Potluck & Sing

Tues. 10/22, 9:30-11am: Writing Workshop

Mon. 10/28: Scholastic Book Orders Due

Wed. Oct. 30th, 10:30am & 6pm: Theater Arts: Spooky Radio Shows

November

Fri. 11/1, 12-3pm: Inside Out Movie Day

Mon. 11/4, 11:45-1pm: Staff Appreciation Lunch

11/4-11/14: Leadership Class Plastic Recycling Drive

Mon. 11/11: Veterans Day, No School

Teacher Meredith's Design Collective class is hosting a pop-up cafe on Wednesday, October 16th from 1-2pm. Bring cash and enjoy coffee, tea, and baked goods from the Cuckoo Cafe!

Teaching Writing & Drafting At Home (Grades 5-9): Workshop: Erin will be facilitating a workshop to parents about supporting mid-level writing skills on 10/17 at 10:30-12pm and then again on 10/22 at 9:30-11am. Topics covered will be an overview of developmental writing goals, painless approaches to the drafting process, and suggestions for writing resources and learning materials. Please RSVP Erin at erin.mccarthy@bellinghamschools.org by 10/16.

Mt. Baker Theater has generously awarded BFPP 50 scholarship tickets to each of their upcoming Educational Series shows.

Jayanthi Raman's Navarasa Kalinga Nartana: Classical Dance of India

Tuesday, October 22, 2024, 12:15 PM

Around the Americas with 123 Andrés

Monday, November 4, 2024, 10:00 AM

Please sign up here for each show you'd like to attend!

*If the scholarship tickets are all reserved, you can purchase tickets here or email Heidi to get on the free ticket waitlist.

Please place your online order by Monday, October 28th.

New to ordering? Here’s how:

1. Go online to: https://clubs.scholastic.com/

2. Click on 'Connect to a Teacher' and use our zip code (98225) and school name (Bellingham Fmly Prtnrshp Prog) to connect to a teacher (Zollner, Heidi).

3. Create an account.

4. Shop the flyers and pay online for your order. You can choose from any and all of the many different flyers available.

5. Please email Heidi Zollner and let her know you've ordered so we can arrange pick up/delivery of your books.

6. Books should arrive at school the week of November 11th.

Every purchase earns us free books for our school!

Our first of three BFPP staff appreciation meals for the year is coming up on Monday, November 4th. We're doing a lunch of cozy fall soups and bread! If this sounds up your alley, please click here to volunteer to bring a dish for our terrific staff. Thank you!

Dear BFFP community,

We have the chance to keep plastic film out of landfills! This fall, our Leadership in Action Class is hosting a Ridwell recycling drive. You’re invited to bring plastic film (ziptop bags, grocery bags, bubble wrap, etc.) to school on Nov. 4-14 for recycling. Start collecting plastic film now so you have a bunch to bring during the drive! This info sheet explains what plastic film is and why it’s hard to recycle, and this video shows a ton of examples. All the plastic film we collect during the drive will be turned into Trex decking!

Curious about Ridwell at-home recycling pickup? They collect hundreds of hard-to-recycle items, like plastic food packaging, lightbulbs, clothes, Styrofoam, and more. You'll help BFPP earn rewards if you sign up for a household membership by December 15. We’ll earn pickup of BFPP's plastic film all spring when 10 new members sign up, and a field trip to the Ridwell warehouse when 20 new members sign up. Find out more at https://get.ridwell.com/bfpp - it's a unique link for BFPP. Share with family and friends!

Thank you!

Leadership in Action Class

Jackie Brown and Josh Shupack

Calling all young entrepreneurs! BFPP's Children's Winter Craft Fair will be Thursday, December 12th in the gym. Look for sign ups and more info in November. It's not too early to start crafting!

Many BFPP clubs are now underway, and it's the perfect time to get involved. Click below for a list of clubs and contact info!

There is still time to join! The class fee will be prorated.

BellingJam enrichment class meets Mondays from 2:30-3:30 in the fort at BFPP. This Musical Expression course is an introduction to music and various instruments.

Who: Ages 6-17
Where: Bellingham Family Partnership Program (the Fort)
When: Mondays 2:30 - 3:30, 9/30 - 11/12 (8 meetings)

Price: $150/session, with a 15% sibling discount (fee will be prorated for joining now!)
Register at www.inhomemusiclessons.org/enrichments
For more information: Bellingjammusic@gmail.com (360) 421-2730

Join the City of Bellingham and Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA) in celebrating Make a Difference Day and Arbor Day in Whatcom Falls Park, 9-12 on 10/26. Together, we will plant trees and remove invasive species along the banks of Whatcom Creek to help improve habitat. Tools, gloves, coffee, snacks and free pizza are provided for volunteers. Spots are limited so please register in advance. We're giving away free trees at this event!

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