BFPP NEWS

Dear BFPP Families,

We are still holding strong onto this school year! It is always an amazing process and experience to be fully present and here in the current flow of the classes and community events, all so full of celebration and gratitude, and at the same time tempering all of the excitement and energy around getting ready for next year. There will be lots of information coming your way, especially about registration for Enrichment Classes and other opportunities in our newsletters. Next week, the newsletter on the 24th will have the Enrichment Class Schedule so be on the lookout! Please read thoroughly!

And with that, happy reading!

Warmly,

Dr K

MAY

Mon. May 20th 10:30-11:30am: Science Fair

Wed. May 22nd 2pm & 5pm: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe

Wed. May 22nd 6-7pm: School Board Linkage Meeting w/Homeschool Families

Thurs. May 23rd 10-11am: Tea With Kate

Fri. May 24th: Scholastic Book Orders Due

Mon. May 27th: Memorial Day, No School

Wed. May 29th 10am & 6pm: Spamalot

May 30 & 31st 6pm: Spamalot

JUNE

Wed. June 5th 12-1pm: Potluck & Sing

Thurs. June 6th: 8th Grade Celebration

Tues. June 11th: Last Day of Enrichment Classes

Tues. June 11th 11-12pm: Pod Workshop

Wed. June 12th 12-1:30pm: Craft Fair & Carnival

Thurs. June 13th: MOD Pizza Fundraiser

Hey, looking for a way to make a difference and want to donate to BFPP? We’ve worked with the Bellingham Schools Foundation to make it easier than ever!

You can make a donation to BFPP online here.

Please feel free to share with family or friends. Donated funds stay at BFPP and are used for a variety of purposes. For example, in the next few weeks collected money is going to support field trips, 8th Grade Celebration, a few pizza parties, and class projects. Every bit helps -thanks for considering!

We are working on the enrichment schedule and would love to include clubs! This will help advertise what will be available and also help designate times and locations. If you know what you will be offering next year please contact Kate to get that information on the schedule.

The 3-5 Experience Class will be meeting with Bellingham's mayor on June 4th. We'd love to bring Mayor Lund questions about Bellingham from the BFPP community. Please write your questions on the paper next to the Collaborator Room or email them to Teacher Meredith at meredith.attar@bellinghamschools.org. Thank you!

• Assessment window is open May 15th through May 29th
• Families will receive a report AFTER the window has closed. Please expect these reports during the week of June 3rd.
• Your child MUST have a district laptop to access the assessment. If you haven't already, please contact Sheri Robinson (sheri.robinsons@bellinghamschools.org)
• iReady is taken at home anytime Monday – Friday 7:30- 3:30pm
• An adult at home is the proctor

There is a board near Sheri’s desk with housekeeping tasks. When you have the chance, we hope you'll swing by and pick one. These tasks vary in size and duration, can be done individually or collectively, and will make a big difference! This is a bit of a pilot run and if it goes well we will continue into next year. Check the board regularly….and THANK YOU!

All K-8 "online workbooks" close on 6/3/2024. This means Imagine Edgenuity coursework will not be accessible after 6/3/2024. 6/2/2024 is the last day to work in online Imagine Edgenuity workbooks. This timeline allows teachers to close the online workbooks for the Summer. This also allows students time to complete additional components of their learning plans and engage in all of the fun activities happening around BFPP prior to our Summer break!

Please reach out to your Learning Plan Partner or brooke.wertz@bellinghamschools.org with any questions.

The BFPP Theatre Arts 3rd-5th grade class presents The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe on May 22nd at 2pm and 5pm.

The BFPP Theatre Arts 6th-8th graders will perform Spamalot, a musical comedy based on the 1975 Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Performances are on May 29th at 10:30 am & 6pm and May 30 & 31st at 6pm.

Theater Wish List

Thank you so much for your generous purchases from our wish list! We're so excited to use our new tech.

Come enjoy tea and conversation with Kate on May 23rd from 10-11am in the main foyer! BYOM (Bring your own mug.)

A Workshop for Planning Home Learning Experiences with the Support of Other Families

Tuesday, June 11th 11-12pm in the Performer/Creator Room (Top Floor)

This is a shout out to all families (adults) who are curious about networking with other home learning families to share resources, collaborate on units/projects and/or create learning pods and co-ops for the upcoming academic year. The intention of this workshop is to give space and a bit of starting support to families who want to meet and learn more about how this could work in our community. Please join us if you’re curious about collaborative education models and/or if you have participated in learning pods in the past and have insights to share. Facilitated by Erin & Kate and accompanying families.

Please RSVP Erin at erin.mccarthy@bellinghamschools.org by June 9th. Thank you!

Sign up here for the outdoor Craft Fair and Carnival, coming Wednesday, June 13th from 12-1:30pm on the BFPP playfield. Sell your handmade wares and homemade treats, invite people to try their luck at your carnival game, or both!

Mark your calendars! We are planning to celebrate our BFPP 8th graders on Thursday, June 6th, as they transition to high school. More details to follow. Please email Annie Graham (annie.cmg@gmail.com) if you would like to help plan or prepare for this special milestone.

Close out the school year with yummy pizza and make a little dough for BFPP. MOD Pizza is donating 25% of all eligible sales on Thursday, June 13th to our school!

Please place your online order by Friday, May 24th.

New to ordering? Here’s how:

1. Go online to: https://clubs.scholastic.com/

2. Click on 'Connect to a Teacher' and use our zip code (98225) and school name (Bellingham Fmly Prtnrshp Prog) to connect to a teacher (Zollner, Heidi).

3. Create an account.

4. Shop the flyers and pay online for your order. You can choose from any and all of the many different flyers available.

5. Please email Heidi Zollner and let her know you've ordered so we can arrange pick up/delivery of your books.

6. Books should arrive at school the week of June 10th .

Thanks for supporting our school's library with your purchase!

Every purchase earns us free books and other goodies for our school.

Did you know BFPP has a Parents Facebook Group? It's a great place to connect with other families and get quick answers to those burning school questions like, "What time is the talent show?" and "Has anyone seen my kid's jacket/chromebook/favorite stuffy?!" A big thank you to BFPP parents Cara and Rachel for keeping the group running smoothly!

Please click here to join.

• Please see detailed explanation, contact, and registration information here: https://bellinghamschools.org/program/summer-school/
• Meghan Dunham is the Summer School Principal and the main contact for all High School Summer School questions.
• Please know students will need to self-transport, in-person attendance is required, and a snack will be provided.
• BFPP incoming 9th graders are able to register for Health and Computer Tech (if not registering for in-person AVID/Computer Tech at comprehensive high school).
• BFPP 10th + are able to register for any of the courses offered.

Dates: June 24- Aug 1 (NO school Thursday, July 4th)

Time: Session 1 8:30-10:00 Session 2 10:30-12:00

Students can attend either session or both.

NCTA Summer Session

High schoolers may also take in-person classes at the Northwest Career & Technical Academy (NCTA). Students can earn .5 high school credits while learning about careers such as aerospace manufacturing, construction, applied medical sciences, fire science, criminal justice, video game development, investment and finance and more. Visit the NCTA website or call 360-848-0706 for more information or to register.

A big thank you to those who contributed delicious items for our Staff Appreciation coffee and treats morning last week! Folders for each of our beloved staff members are still hanging in the main level hallway - feel free to fill them up as the school year comes to a close.

Do you have something to share with our BFPP community? We're always on the lookout for events, resources, and opportunities of interest to our families. Please email your newsletter submissions to Heidi Zollner.

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