BCJ SOAR Spotlight
Hello BCJ!
Thank you for your excellent execution of our shelter-in-place procedures during today’s tornado warning. Your calm, preparedness, and attention to detail ensured the safety of our students and one another - job well done!
We are truly grateful for the care and commitment you show each day. Thank you for the role you play in supporting not only our students, but also in fostering strong partnerships with our families and strengthening our learning community.
As we move into a busy and exciting time, please remember that our 3rd and 5th grade students will begin MAP testing tomorrow. Your support and encouragement make a difference as they demonstrate their growth and learning.
We are also looking forward to celebrating our talented students in 2nd, 4th, and Kindergarten at the Spring Concert tomorrow evening at 6:00 PM in the BCJ Gymnasium.
Friday, May 1st is National Principal Day, and we will also celebrate all of you during Teacher Appreciation Week next week. Your dedication, passion, and impact do not go unnoticed.
Lastly, please continue to help promote Field Day t-shirt purchases as we prepare for this exciting event.
Thank you again for your unwavering commitment, professionalism, and care for our students and school community.
This Week and Upcoming Dates to Remember
- April 28: Kindergarten, 2nd and 4th Spring Concert @ BCJ | 6:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m.
- April 29: UCHS The Big Reveal | 6:00 pm
- April 30: BWMS & UCHS Choir Concert | 6:30 pm
- May 1: 5th Grade Field Day
- May 1: National School Principals' Day
- May 4-8: Teacher Appreciation Week
- May 4: CommUNITY Chat | 5:30 pm
- May 15: Special Olympics | 9:30 a.m.
- May 19: KDG Celebration on Playground | 2:15 - 3:30 p.m.
- May 20: BCJ Got Talent 6:00 p.m. |BCJ Gymnasium
- May 22: 5th Grade Promotion BCJ Gymnasium | 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
- May 28: Field Day - Wear your Field Day T-Shirt
- May 29: Last Day of School | Early Release 1:15 p.m.
Let us continue to dream boldly, teach intentionally, and SOAR together for our students. 🦅✨
With appreciation,
The BCJ Instructional Team
This is a reminder that students will be participating in the Spring FastBridge assessment. Our testing team will be supporting both the administration of FastBridge as well as MAP proctoring during this time. The testing window opens today and will remain open through the last day of school.
Please be on the lookout for additional details and scheduling information from Ms. Lindemann.
Thank you for your continued support in ensuring a smooth and successful testing process.
Right at School is prioritizing SDUC staff for employment opportunities in their after-school program for the 2026–2027 school year. This is a great opportunity for those interested in additional work aligned with supporting students beyond the school day.
They are currently hiring for the following positions:
• Educator
• Program Manager
We encourage you to take advantage of an upcoming opportunity to connect with valuable supports in our community by attending the District Spring Resource Fair. This event is a great way for families to access a variety of resources, including educational support, health and wellness services, summer programming, and community organizations all in one place.
Even in times of sorrow, we remain grounded in the importance of connection, voice, and community. Dr. Hardin-Bartley is proud to share a new episode of From the Heart of U. City, a podcast dedicated to uplifting the stories and experiences that make our district so special. In this episode, she had the pleasure of sitting down with UCHS senior and Board of Education Student Representative, Whitaker Staudt.
Whitaker is an extraordinary young man whose involvement in Big Brothers Big Sisters, National Honor Society, Student Council, soccer, and more speaks to his commitment to leadership and service. Dr. Hardin-Bartley has known Whitaker since he was in second grade, and it has been a joy for her to watch him grow and lead. She encourages you to take a moment to listen and hear his perspective on his journey in our schools and his service on the Board this year.
Listen now on PodBean or our website:
https://fromtheheartofucity.podbean.com/e/the-heart-of-student-representation-ep-2/
As we prepare for the upcoming Grade Level Assessments (MAP), we encourage you to share the resource below with families to support student readiness at home. Please have families click the link below to access the MAP Test Tutorials. Once on the site, select the “Actions” button. From the menu under MAP Grade Level Assessments, choose the appropriate subject area. These tutorials are valuable tools for students and families to review key concepts, become familiar with the testing format, and address any misconceptions ahead of testing. We strongly encourage families to watch and explore these resources together with their students to build confidence and reinforce learning. Access the tutorials here:
https://mo.drcedirect.com/default.aspx?leapp=General+Information
Cell phones
Smartwatches
Tablets and laptops
Wireless headphones or earbuds (like Beats Bluetooth/Wi-Fi headphones)
During the regular school day (from the first bell to dismissal), students generally must keep wireless headphones turned off and stored in a backpack or locker. They typically cannot be worn or visible in class, lunch, recess, or passing periods.