The Paw Print
Burke County Public Schools Newsletter
Aww February! Love is in the air as Valentine's Day shimmies its way right onto our calendars. You can already taste the heart-shaped boxes filled with chocolate (and the filling roulette-watch out for the Orange Creme filling! YUCK!). Use this Valentine's Day as an opportunity to do something that scares you, like asking that pretty girl in class to be your Valentine!
In the words of the famous Forrest Gump, "Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get!" So, don't be afraid to do that scary thing, and just go for it! That pretty girl might just say yes ;-)! 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 Lackluster. Lackluster is an adjective that means lacking brilliance, radiance, or enthusiasm.
Your Paw Print Pals hope that you do not have a lackluster Valentine's Day! Make sure to eat plenty of different chocolates!
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!
February 10th commemorates National Umbrella Day, National Home Warranty Day, and National Cream Cheese Brownie Day. Well, these national days came in perfect timing for Severe Weather Preparedness Week!
Burke County Families can celebrate these special holidays by doing a little dance in the rain under their umbrella as they try to scare away an even bigger storm that could flood their house.
Yet, they still dance because they know that even if their house floods, THEY HAVE A HOME WARRANTY! After their house has been protected from the worst of storms, they can go inside and celebrate with some CREAM CHEESE BROWNIES!
