The Power of Showing Up: Why Attendance Matters
In today’s world, the importance of showing up can’t be overstated. Many businesses are grappling with a workforce that is stretched thin, often displaying signs that ask for kindness toward the team members who came to work. This reminder echoes in the lives of our children, too—showing up is a foundational life skill, and school is where it starts.
At Black Mountain Elementary, we are dedicated to instilling a strong work ethic in our students, starting with the simple act of attending school. When students miss days, they miss out on thoughtfully crafted lessons that can be difficult to replicate outside the classroom or at a later date. Our teachers do everything possible to help kids catch up, but the initial instruction—the engagement, interaction, and discussions that make learning meaningful—can’t truly be recreated.
Research underscores the critical role of attendance. Studies have shown that students with regular attendance are 20% more likely to score proficiently in reading and math assessments, and children who miss just two days per month are at greater risk of falling behind. Students who attend school regularly also report feeling more connected and less anxious, forming stronger social bonds that support their learning.
Let’s partner together to make attendance a priority. Every day your child spends at school is a step toward becoming someone who shows up, works hard, and thrives. Thank you for supporting this essential part of their journey.
Calling all those that love our school!! Now is your chance to show B.M.E.S a little T.L.C! On Saturday, November 2nd from 8:00-11:00 AM, We invite you, our community & family members, to join in on a day filled with a variety of projects anywhere from sprucing up some of our outdoor campus areas, to putting in a little elbow grease into shining up some indoor areas. Bring your crew, a can-do attitude, & any tools/donations that could help the efforts! (We will also have tools/equipment availble for use). Your efforts will make a huge impact, help show our students the importance of giving back as well as build pride & character through community service efforts.
Please check out the areas of need & sign up to help where you can! Whether you can stay for 45 minutes or all 3 hours, your help is greatly appreciated! Please add in the comment section of your sign up, a time frame that works for you & if you plan to bring along any tools that can help the projects.
Reach out to blackmountainpto93@gmail.com if you have any questions. We will be providing light snacks, drinks. Thank you!
Kiwanis Kids Toy Drive
Kiwanis Kids are hosting a toy drive benefiting children who have been abused, children in foster care, and children struggling with a cancer diagnosis. On December 7, 2024, the Giving Goodness Foundation will host a Santa’s Workshop Event for these children and their families. Each child will receive a special personalized gift bag containing the toys we donate. Please bring new, unwrapped gifts to Black Mountain for this special event. All gifts can be brought to your student’s classroom, the front office or Ms. Becky’s room. Please donate gifts by November 1st.
🔹11/1- Picture Retake Day
🔹11/2 - 8:00-11:00 Love Our School Day. Families and community members come to BMES and complete service projects around campus. Please consider joining us this morning for part or all of the time.
🇺🇸11/8- Veterans Day Walk of Honor at 2:40PM this afternoon. Spread the word to all Veterans.
🇺🇸 11/11- No School in observance of Veterans Day
🍗 11/27-11/29 - Thanksgiving Break - No School
🔹 12/20 - Early Release - 12:30 Dismissal
🔹 12/23-1/3 - Winter Break ⛄️
I’m reaching out to share news about a family within our community who recently experienced a profound loss. Sadly, Noah, a devoted father, passed away, leaving behind his young children. Before his passing, Noah thoughtfully established college funds to ensure his children’s future education was secure. While he had already begun contributing to these accounts, they will no longer receive the continued funding Noah had planned. As a community, we have the opportunity to come together and offer our support during this difficult time.
If you’d like to help, contributions to these funds would be greatly appreciated to ensure that Noah’s vision for his children’s education remains on track. Every bit of support—whether financial or by sharing this message—will make a meaningful difference.
Thank you for your care and compassion.
