BES Parent Update

October

8 - End of 1st Quarter

9- Ultimate Celebration with CU for Gifted Learners

12 - 15 - Parent Teacher Conferences

21- BES Picture Retakes

29- Classroom Halloween Parties

We want to remind families about the importance of regular school attendance while also explaining a few things. Students who miss 10% or more of the school year are considered chronically absent, requiring the school to inform families with an attendance letter according to the State of Colorado. Given where are are at in the school year, it is much easier for a student to reach the 10% threshold. We have finished 26 days of school, so just missing 3 days meets the 10% mark.

Please know that we completely understand that children should stay home when they are sick. We have also shared guidance that students who run a fever or are vomiting need to be symptom free without medication for 24 hours before returning to school to minimize the spread of symptoms. Our goal is never to encourage students to attend school when they are ill. We also understand that families have events occur that are unplanned that may cause children to miss school.

Attendance letters are meant to keep families informed and help us work together to support consistent attendance. If you ever have a question about receiving an attendance letter or attendance in general, please contact Mrs. Witzel.

Burlington Elementary students will be taking a field trip to the fire station on Wednesday, October 7th and Thursday, October 8th. This will be a wonderful opportunity for students to learn more about fire safety and the important role our firefighters play in the community.

To ensure safety and comfort during the visit, please note the following clothing requirements:

• All students must wear closed-toe shoes.
• 3rd and 4th grade students must also wear long pants.

Thank you to Burlington Volunteer Fire Department for educating our students on Fire Safety and Prevention!

As our beautiful fall days continue, please remember to send students with warmer clothing or layers. Morning arrival and recess (9:45–10:15) can be quite chilly, even though the afternoon temperatures often climb into the 70s.

While shorts, flip flops, and t-shirts might seem fine when the forecast shows sunshine and a high of 73°F, the reality is that cloudy skies and 50°F mornings can make those early recess minutes a tad chilly. Being outside in the fresh air is healthy and a great way to start the day, but students will enjoy it much more when dressed appropriately.

As Coloradans, we know the value of preparing for a variety of temperatures, and teaching students to wear layers helps them stay comfortable all day long.

If anyone is interested in running our BES PTO, please contact the office!

Homecoming week was a lot of fun at BES! Thank you all for participating and making dress up days fun for all!

Monday

• Breakfast - Breakfast bowl, oranges, milk
• Lunch - Rosa chicken penne, broccoli, peaches, bread stick, milk

Tuesday

• Breakfast - Pancake on a stick, applesauce, milk
• Lunch - Sub sandwich, chips, fruit cocktail, birthday cake, milk

Wednesday

• Breakfast - Oatmeal, berries, banana, milk
• Lunch - Chili, cheese slice, cinnamon roll, applesauce, crackers, milk

Thursday

• Breakfast - Biscuit and Gravy, apple, milk
• Lunch - Pepperoni dip stick, pizza sauce, green beans, pineapple, milk

Cold Lunch is ONLY offered at the Middle and High School. Subject to change for deliveries or product availability. Changes are communicated through district texts.