January 13, 2023
WHO LET THE DAWGS OUT? The UGA Dawgs took home ANOTHER national championship with a score of 65-7, the largest margin of victory in National Championship HISTORY! Even though we may only be able to see their success on the outside, it required a lot of RESILIENCE to maintain their title. Throughout practices and games, the dawgs have encountered setbacks, but they were able to brush them off and just keep going!
In this new year, with everything you participate in, do not give up after one setback. Ask yourself, "how far would you go if you knew you couldn't fail?" As always, Stay #BearBuilt!
The Paw Print is released on the 2nd and 4th weeks of every month. The newsletter features sports updates, events in the community, and fun activities for the family... so stay tuned!
Dear Parent or Guardian,
We’re excited to tell you about a free program, ENGAGE Georgia, that will provide your student with an extra layer of academic support this school year. Here’s what one parent had to say about this program:
“I couldn't ask for better dedication and support for my daughter. Our Academic Success Coach is a blessing and has incredible energy. I love how she got my daughter out of her shell and talking more (and finding her voice to speak up more). Thanks to our coach and this program, my daughter loves school and learning again. This program is the best thing that could ever happen for my daughter and me!” — ENGAGE parent
The state has partnered with Graduation Alliance to provide an extra layer of support for K-12 students and their families to boost school engagement and academic success during the school year.
If your student chooses to participate in the program, they will be assigned an Academic Success Coach who will answer questions, connect them with resources, and develop a plan to help them stay on track and engaged with their schooling!
Their coach will reach out by phone, email, text message, and more to provide support such as:
- Encouragement and motivation to help them stay on track with their studies
- Organization and study tips
- Technical support or assistance connecting with teachers
- Educational resources and exercises to help strengthen reading and math skills
- Referrals to local agencies and organizations that can provide social-emotional support
We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity! If you have any questions, feel free to email the program directly at EngageGA@graduationalliance.com or visit RegisterGA.GraduationAlliance.com.
Don't Miss Another Important Call
855-977-0602 is Burke County Public Schools Mass Notification phone number.
Unfortunately, some phones may send this number into a spam folder which leaves you to miss out on all of the news and updates sent by the school.
There is a way to prevent that from happening! Simply add 855-977-0602 to your contacts and you will receive all of the informational updates we send out!
Affordable Connectivity Program
The Affordable Connectivity Program provides monthly assistance toward the cost of internet access and a one time subsidy toward the purchase of an eligible device to the parents of students that qualify.
The qualifications include participation in the Free or Reduced Lunch Program, SSI, and SNAP among others. *If your student attends BCPS, then you qualify for the Free or Reduced Lunch Program!
Click the image above for more information!
American Rescue Plans Funds Stakeholder Feedback
American Rescue Plan funds may be spent for learning improvements, educational technology, health and safety, buildings and facilities, and continuity of core staff and services.
Please share with us any suggestions or feedback that you have regarding the use of these funds for Burke County Public Schools.
Clicking here or on the image above will redirect you to a google form that allows you to enter your suggestions. Your feedback is greatly valued and appreciated.
The word of the day is Resilience. Resilience is a noun that refers to the ability to withstand or recover quickly from difficulties.
It is important to be resilient throughout every situation in life. You will always face rough spots or find yourself wandering in the dark, but even seeds don't know that they will be flowers with just a little patience!
We challenge you all to use this word as many times as you can this week, extra points if you use it in the right context, EVEN MORE points if you have to explain to somebody what it means!
January 13 commemorates National Rubber Ducky Day, National Sticker Day, and National Blame it On Someone Else Day.
Burke County Families can celebrate this holiday by going to every store in town and placing stickers on every rubber duck they may find! Just kidding! Don't do that (or do and just blame it on someone else... today is the best day of all days to do that)!
