Boulton Bulletin Family Edition

KEY UPDATES

These updates are in no particular order:

If you would like to join the PTA Group Me, text Sami Knell our PTA president and she will add you. Her number 801-425-4830.
Our school hats are still for sale. These hats can be worn to school on Fridays. To order a hat, visit this link: Boulton Hats - DSD Give
Our school shirt shop is temporarily closed while orders are pulled. Once those orders arrive, it will be opened again.
As a reminder, students cannot play on the playground before school, instead they need to wait in their line up area.
If you are new to Boulton, the bottom half of this newsletter is there as a reference and rarely ever changes; the first half of the newsletter is what we need parents to review.

SEE THE GOOD!

We know so many wonderful things are happening at Boulton each day, and we’d love to hear about them! Parents and guardians are invited to use this form to recognize our amazing teachers, staff, or even the school as a whole.

Your kind words help us celebrate the good, spread positivity, and shine a light on the great work happening in our community.

Click here to recognize someone today!

DATES TO REMEMBER

9/2: Acadience Math Testing Begins

9/2: September Birthday Table

9/3: Acadience Math Testing

9/4: Acadience Math Testing

9/4: Fundraiser Kickoff Assembly

9/4: PTA Meeting 9:00AM

9/7: Labor Day, No School

9/8: Individual Picture Day

9/9: Fundraiser Packets Go Home

9/14: Grown Ups and Goodies 8:00AM

9/14-18: Book Fair

9/15: Community Council 4:00PM

9/21: School Musical Parent Meeting 3:45PM

9/23: Parent Teacher Conferences, Early Dismissal

9/24: Parent Teacher Conferences, Early Dismissal

9/25: Last Day Fundraiser

9/30: Family Night: Fundraiser Celebration 6:00-7:30PM

10/2: PTA Meeting 9:00AM

10/7: October Birthday Table

10/13: Term 1 Ends

10/14: Professional Development, No Students

10/15-16 Fall Break, No School

10/20: Community Council 4:00PM

10/22: Family Night: Internet Safety 6:00-7:30PM

10/23: Term 1 Grades Posted 4:00PM

10/26-30: Red Ribbon Week

10/30: Halloween Parade

11/3: Picture Retakes

Counselor's Corner

A message from our counselor, Mrs. Squires:

Hello, Bobcat Families!

My name is Cami Squires, and I am excited to be the new school counselor at Boulton Elementary! I have loved getting to know your children and am looking forward to supporting them throughout the school year.

Returning to school is an exciting time, but we also recognize that some students may be carrying heavy things that others cannot see. As we begin this new school year, we want to invite families to have discussions at home about the importance of respect and kindness.

Respect means treating people, places, and things with care and kindness. Please remind your children that we don't have to agree with one another to treat each other with kindness and respect. Each student brings their own opinions, backgrounds, and perspectives. William Arther Ward said, “When we seek to discover the best in others, we somehow bring out the best in ourselves”.

As a school community, let's encourage our Bobcats to choose kindness, include others, and remember that even small acts of kindness can make a big difference in someone's day.

A wonderful resource for families who would like to learn more about spreading kindness can be found at: https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/

Books About Kindness and Respect

Each Kindness by Jacqueline Woodson (Picture book)
Wonder by R. J. Palacio (Chapter book)

In order to ensure the lessons that I teach this year are aligned with the needs of our students, I would greatly appreciate your feedback. I will be sending a brief survey to families by email. If you have a few minutes, please take the time to complete it. Your input will help me immensely!

Thank you in advance for your time and partnership!

School Handbook Reminders

Did you know…

Boulton Elementary Dress Code

At Boulton Elementary, we strive to create a comfortable and focused learning environment for all

students. To help maintain a positive atmosphere, we ask that students and visitors follow our

school dress code:

Shorts, Skirts, and Dresses: These should be at least mid-thigh in length. If shorts, pants, or skirts

have holes above mid-thigh, leggings or other coverings must be worn underneath.

Tops and Tank Tops: Tank top straps should be at least three fingers wide. Shirts must fully cover

the stomach, even when arms are raised. If tank tops (including boys) have large armholes, a shirt

must be worn underneath.

Footwear: Please wear shoes that are safe and appropriate for school activities. On P.E. days,

students must wear enclosed shoes, such as tennis shoes, and no boots for safety.

Hats and Hoods: Hats should not be worn inside the school, and hoods must remain down while

indoors. School hats will be allowed on Fridays, as part of School Spirit Days but if they become a

distraction, it will be taken away.

Costume Apparel: Costume-related items such as spikes, tails, masks, or other costume accessories are not allowed during the school day.

Appropriate Clothing: Clothing should not be distracting or disruptive to the learning

environment. Items with sensitive, offensive, or inappropriate language, images, or symbols are not

allowed.

Weather-Appropriate Attire: Please dress for the weather, as students go outside for recess and

other activities throughout the day.

We greatly appreciate the support of our guests and visitors in setting an example by following our

dress code. Thank you for helping us create a respectful and inclusive environment for all!

PAW POINTS

Boulton Elementary’s Positive Behavior Plan: Paw Points/Coins

At Boulton, we’re committed to creating a positive, inclusive school culture where respectful, responsible, safe, and kind behavior is recognized and celebrated. Our Paw Points/Coins system helps us do just that!

How It Works:

Earning Coins: Students and classes can earn coins when they show positive behavior, like being respectful, responsible, safe, and kind.
Who Gives Coins: All staff members can award coins, with a focus on recognizing students' personal bests.
Celebrating Success: As classes collect coins, they track their progress on a chart. Reaching milestones (like 50, 100, 200 coins, etc.) earns them fun rewards chosen with their teacher.

Key Points:

Our focus is always on positive behavior—coins are never taken away.
Staff work together to consistently recognize and celebrate student efforts.
Rewards are designed to motivate students and build a strong, supportive school community.

Thank you for supporting us in fostering a positive environment where every student can shine! 🌟

SAFETY IS ALWAYS FIRST

Safety comes first, even when it's not convenient.

All visitors must check in at the office and enter through the front doors. Side doors are not to be used for entry. Please note that you will need to verify your ID to access the building. If you wish to volunteer in classrooms, please ensure that you have completed the necessary background checks. We take these safety measures very seriously because the well-being of our children is our top priority.

We kindly ask that you follow all instructions regarding traffic flow at the school. Reminders will be sent out periodically. Please be respectful to our teachers and staff who are directing traffic, as their primary concern is the safe arrival and departure of every child. Our children learn important life skills, such as interacting with others, managing frustrations, and staying safe, by observing our actions. Let’s set the best example for them.

BACKGROUND CHECKS

WHO NEEDS A BACKGROUND CHECK?

According to state law, “...a volunteer who will be given significant unsupervised access to a student in connection with the volunteer’s assignment...” must submit to and clear a nationwide criminal background check before volunteering.

Examples include:

* Chaperones for field trips.

* After School Activities (musicals, art)

* Tutoring out of line-of-sight of a District employee.

* Any coaching role, such as athletic team coaches, dance or cheer squad advisors, and/or extracurricular club advisors.

Background checks are done by appointment only and fill up quickly. Get an appointment right away if you have not already had a background check completed. Background checks are valid for the duration of time you have students in the district and there is no fee to complete your background check.

To schedule a background check, please visit the following document. https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4672/dsd/4229061/Who_Needs_A_Backgroun_Check_5.1.24.pdf