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Butler Bear News

August 1, 2024

Butler Bear News August 1, 2024
Butler BearNewsAugust 1, 2024

Vol. 2024 Issue 2 Vol. 2024 Issue 2

August 11, 2024 August 11, 2024

GOOD THINGS GOOD THINGS

We are sending a huge THANK YOU to our Butler Staff for making Sneak Peek such a fun and successful day for our families! #WeAreBears


Our Sneak Peek was made a success not only by our staff, but also the amazing families that came to share their excitement and generosity with everyone. We are humbled by our communities enthusiasm and support for our school and coming school year! đź’š

UPCOMING EVENTS UPCOMING EVENTS

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL INFORMATION FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL INFORMATION

Morning Drop off times begin at 7:00 a.m. in the primary car line; Ending at 7:35 a.m. Primary carline is meant for students in Kindergarten through 3rd grade (and older siblings).

Intermediate carline will begin at 7:05 a.m. and end at 7:35 a.m. Intermediate carline is meant for students in 4th and 5th grade.

Breakfast is provided in the building 1 cafeteria from 7:00 a.m. until 7:30 a.m.


On Monday, August 12th, parents will be allowed to walk their student(s) to their classroom between 7:05 a.m. and 7:35 a.m. Classes begin promptly at 7:35 a.m., so we ask parents to please be exiting the school by that time.

Tuesday, August 13th and Wednesday, August 14th, ONLY parents with Kindergarteners will be allowed to walk their student to class.

Beginning August 15th, we will not allow parents to walk their student(s) to class.

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REMINDER FROM THE COACHES

For the safety of your student, please consider this reminder from our Coaches.

PIK MY KID PIK MY KID

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Parents! Thank you for processing your transportation changes through Pikmykid. Parents are encouraged to verify their approved pick up members and ask them to download that app. Please see the resources and videos below for more information on enrollment and dismissal.

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BUS INFO BUS INFO

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Please contact the front office if you have questions or changes regarding your student's transportation. You can also check your student's bus online by visiting the link below and sign up for the Here Comes the Bus tracking app using the attached flyers below

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WALKERS WALKERS

Parents residing South of Hwy 98 and West of Co Hwy 393 to 30-a have the option to walk with their child to and from school each day. A walker pass MUST be obtained in the office. Please provide a proof of residency when applying for the pass. Walker passes are not available for parents who wish to park in the parking lot and walk up to retrieve their child. Parents who wish to have their child walk or bike to school unaccompanied must get administrative approval and have a written note on file at school.

STAY CONNECTED STAY CONNECTED

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Remind

Stay connected with Remind! We've created a new school Remind account for the 24-25 school year. All previous school accounts have been closed. Please rejoin our VRB Remind by texting our school code @vanrbutler to 81010.
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Have questions? Contact us via Let's Talk!

If you have questions, concerns or comments, you can contact us through Let's Talk. Simply click here and reach out to us.

LUNCHROOM LUNCHROOM

Butler Café

The Butler Café is open every school day from 7:00 a.m. until 1:10 p.m. Breakfast is served from 7:00 a.m. - 7:25 a.m. and Lunch is served from 10:25 a.m. - 1:10 p.m. Please allow your student enough time to eat before school begins at 7:35 a.m. If a bus is late, students will be allowed extra time to eat.

For the 2024-2025 school year, parents are allowed to dine with their student on Mondays and Fridays. Please let the kitchen know by 8:00 a.m. if you will be buying an adult tray for $4.00. Only cash or checks are accepted (parents may not charge their lunch to their students account). Parents are asked to dine within the scheduled class time and only with their student.

If your student forgets their lunch or you need to drop it off, please label it with the name of your child and their teacher and leave in our Front Office.


MENU | What's for Breakfast & Lunch? CLICK the link below for the monthly menus.

These menus are subject to change.

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EZ School pay is an online way to manage your child's lunch account. Click here to add or check the balance in your child's account

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JOIN YOUR STUDENT(S) FOR LUNCH

We will begin inviting parents and families to join their student(s) for lunch on August 26th. This is an option only on Mondays and Fridays.

Once your student's lunch time is over, we ask that you let your child walk back to class with their teacher and peers.

Be advised, we do not allow lunch visitors on days that we are hosting school events, such as House Day, early release, etc. Make sure to bring your I.D. to check in at the front office before enjoying lunch with your student(s).

CAPTURING KIDS HEARTS CAPTURING KIDS HEARTS

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"If you have a child's heart ... you have a child's mind" - Flip Flippen / Founder & Chairman


We are proud to be a National Showcase School for CKH!

Check out the links below to see what is happening for the month of August.

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SIX HOUSES, ONE FAMILY SIX HOUSES, ONE FAMILY

The Ron Clark Academy House System is a dynamic, exciting, and proven way to create a positive climate and culture for students and staff. Students are celebrated for their efforts through a process that builds character, empowers academic excellence, fosters school spirit, enhances relationships, and promotes a culture of belonging for all.

Click on the Houses below to learn more.

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House of Givers

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House of Friendship

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House of Courage

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House of Kindness

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House of Dreamers

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House of Success

NURSES NOOK NURSES NOOK

Our on-site school nurses are available for questions when it comes to the health of your student or their medications to be taken at school. Administering medication during school hours should occur only when medication schedules cannot be adjusted to permit administration of medication at home.

PLEASE inform Nurse Apple or Nurse Lisa if your child has any severe allergies requiring an epi-pen or any special health considerations.

Contact our Nurses

via email or by phone

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FOCUS FOCUS

The Walton County School District is now offering parents access to their children’s information. Your connection to students’ education/academic information is now available online. You will be able to view your children’s data in these areas: student grades, daily attendance, teacher email account for each class, school messages and upcoming events, and more. Use the QR code or follow the instructions below.


Step 1

  • To register or reset your password for the Parent Portal please visit the following link:
    https://walton.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/

Step 2

  • The following information is required to setup a Focus Parent Portal Account.

    1. Child’s student identifier (10 digit number beginning with 66 assigned by the district).
    2. Student’s date of birth.
    3. Parent Portal Registration PIN. If your child has a portal account, they can provide you with the PIN by viewing the General tab under My Information. Or you can obtain your PIN from the school office.

    Once your account has been created you will have access to the Parent Portal at the following site: https://walton.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/

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PTO CORNER PTO CORNER

The Butler Parent Teacher Organization is a volunteer group that strives to enhance academic technology, and school spirit experiences for students and staff at Butler through various fundraisers and events all year.

Official Back-to-School Sale

The official Butler Elementary spirit wear store has launched a back-to-school sale! Choose from hundreds of designs and garments, all with home delivery!

We are offering a limited-time savings of 30% sitewide! In addition, all orders over $75 will receive free shipping.

Click Here to Shop Now!
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JOIN US!

Scan the QR code to join one of the many sub-committees

VRB PTO Website

SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING

FortifyFL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows you to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials.

Click HERE to Report
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Jimmy Ross

Principal

Rossj@walton.k12.fl.us

Office: 850-622-5040 ext. 2210

Cell: 850-520-1945

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Allison Harber

Assistant Principal

Allison.harber@walton.k12.fl.us

Office: 850-622-5040 ext. 2211

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Hannah Gomillion

Assistant Principal

Gomillionh@walton.k12.fl.us

Office: 850-622-5040 ext. 2205

Cell: 850-419-4812

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We Are BEARS!

Van R Butler Elementary School

6694 W. Co Hwy 30A

Santa Rosa Beach FL 32459

850-622-5041

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