Blacklick Bulletin
**Updated: September 4, 2023
What do you think of when you hear March Madness? Well at Blacklick - we think of BLACKLICK PRIDE!
For the month of March, students can earn links for showing Blacklick PRIDE. We are calling this initiative March Madness. Students that receive links take them back to their classroom to add to their homeroom collection. The homeroom (per grade level) with the largest numbers of links at the end of each week gets to vote on a reward.
We kicked off March Madness this past week and it was a huge hit with our students! We passed out a total of 1,387 links to recognize students that were showing Blacklick PRIDE (respectful, responsible, positive, prepared, safe). We are so proud of all of our students. The first week homeroom winners will be announced on Tuesday morning and the links will set back to zero for this week.
Please tell your child to keep up the great work and continue working hard to show Blacklick PRIDE!
Art Update in Second Grade
2nd graders have been learning about the Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai and his series, “The 36 Views of Mt. Fuji”. Feel free to ask your 2nd grader how the grade wave painting connects to this mountain! Hokusai was known to have some unique approaches to his art making, so inspired by this we are replicating this painting using non- traditional art materials like cotton balls, q-tips and chopsticks!
Library in Grade 2
Second graders have continued discussing ways that we can be safe online and find media balance. We took a break to read about all the jobs involved in building things. Then, they built in groups using dominos, which required practice and patience!
Music Update for Second Grade
Second graders learned songs about Blacklick History, Lunar New Year, and Valentine’s Day this month! A favorite was “Nian the Dragon” – a song tale about the ancient Chinese New Year’s legend.
Ukuleles were a big hit with second graders! We will continue to practice our skills from now through fifth grade!
Students learned the “Pout Pout Fish” song, using the F and C7 chords on the ukulele!
The next PTO meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 12, 2024 in the library at 6:30 PM.
The Blacklick PRIDE Partner PTO has complied a list of the staff's favorite things. It is important to understand the teachers are not asking for gifts. We know that many parents might want to get their child's teacher a gift and this list is to help you select something the teacher would like. Please do not feel obligated to buy a gift for your child's teachers/staff members. A thoughtful note from you and/or your child at any time of the year is appreciated just as much or more as any gift.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Karen Davidson, PTO President, at ptoblacklick@gmail.com.
Celebrating Our Staff
We are excited to announce the Heart and Pride staff recognition award! This award is being established to recognize outstanding staff members who make a profound impact on our students and Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools.
This nomination form will remain open year-round and is open to any member of our staff, regardless of position.
If you believe your family may qualify for free/reduced-price meals, please apply online for free or reduced-price meal benefits with these easy steps:
- Sign in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
- Choose "MORE" in the left-hand column.
- Choose "MEAL BENEFITS".
RELATED LINKS
Free/Reduced-Price Meal Benefits Online Application Tutorial (PDF)
Mark Your Calendar!
March 12 PTO Meeting @ 6:30 PM
March 29 No School for Students or Staff
April 8 - 12 Spring Break
April 16 PTO Meeting at 6:30 PM
May 6-10 Staff Appreciation Week
May 10 Strides for PRIDE Fundraiser
May 17 Talent Show for grades 4 and 5
May 21 PTO Meeting at 6:30 PM
May 23 Field Day
May 24 Grade 5 Recognition PRIDE Talk @ 8:30 AM
May 24 Grade 5 Clap Out @ 2:00 PM