Belwood Elementary School

Testing Tips for Parents With students in grades 3 – 5 (Kids aren’t the only ones who need test taking tips.) Tip #3 Attendance Matters (and so does on–time arrival)! Attendance always matters – and even more so now. Make sure your kids are present (if they aren’t sick).  The most important driver to doing well on the test is being present. They’ll get to take the test alongside their peers, which will be a familiar and comfortable environment for them. No one can enter the testing rooms after the tests have begun. Late students will have to wait in the office until testing is finished and take the test on a make-up day. If you your child is going to be late or absent, please communicate this information with the school. You can send his/her teacher a Dojo message or call the school. (706) 629-9547

The Gordon County College and Career Academy is hosting its STEAM EDVENTURE Summer Camp May 28-31 for current 5th through 8th grade students. Students will enjoy a variety of activities in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. Register now by using the QR Code or following this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0d3qbv1eWzu9_nIJKzXOtnPNAwl0ZegPH3_fy90xSNvAMuw/viewform

Dear Parents, As EOG Milestones approach, (begins Tuesday, April 30th and ends Wednesday, May 8th) your child needs all the encouragement that they can get! My mom always left me little notes when she knew I had a big test or something stressful was going on at school. It really helped me get through those times and put a smile on my face. I still have the notes to this day! It would be very special and encouraging if you did this for your child during testing. I know they would love and cherish these notes from you. I am attaching some notes and you are more than welcome to use them! You can also use notes you already have or create your own. This is completely optional, but I know that this would help ease their minds before the test. I have included 8 notes to give you a variety to choose from. These notes could be left on the kitchen table, given to them before they get on the bus, stuck in their take home folder as a surprise, or put into an envelope that says, “Open before EOG!”. There are so many things you can do with these notes to start your child off on the right foot. If you have any questions about these notes, please do not hesitate to contact me! I am glad to help! I will also be happy to print off a set for you and send home in an envelope. From one parent to another, Darlene Bateman School Counselor

Testing Tips for Parents With students in grades 3 - 5 Tip #2 for parents and care givers! Make sure your child gets plenty of rest the nights before the tests and keep mornings calm. Save the screaming and frustration for the other 355 days of the year. We know that mornings can test the patience of a saint. Still, double down on patience (and prepare as much as you can the night before), so your child can start the school day feeling calm, happy and ready. Get them to school on time for breakfast at school (starts serving at 7:10), or give them a good breakfast at home.

Testing Tip #1 for Parents with students in grades 3 - 5. Mark testing days on your calendar to help remind you and your child when the testing will take place and plan your preparations. Reschedule any doctor or dentist appointments if possible. Testing begins shortly after announcements ​ Please have your child in school by 7:35 at the latest ​ No one can enter the testing rooms after the tests have begun. Late students will have to wait in the office until testing is finished and take the test on a make-up day.

More "Shark Week" fun!

Mr. Allee visited the lower grades at Belwood Elementary today to teach them facts about sharks! The students were totally engaged in the interactive presentation and will be sure to be coming home this afternoon with lots of stories to tell about his visit:)

Some days are better than others, and these two girls stepped in to help someone who was having a really bad day. When they saw a student drop her breakfast tray, these two girls stopped what they were doing to help her pick it up and get her some more food. If we could all be like this the world would be a much better place! Thank you Delilah Moore and Amelia Oliver for being awesome!

Belwood would like to recognize these teachers who were nominated by their peers for showing the character trait PEACE during the month of March! Congratulations ladies! We have Ms. Zimerle in Kindergarten and Ms. Scearce, Ms. Thompson and Ms. Willis in 3rd grade (not pictured is 3rd grade teacher Jessica Kelley).

This kind hearted student showed some extra love and care to a student who was anxious about being new to our school! Way to go Aubrey Lipscomb! Aubrey has only been at Belwood since February, so clearly she could relate to the feelings a new student might have. We are so thankful you are at Belwood, Aubrey!

Can't wait to see everyone tomorrow morning!

this young lady was so kind the other day when she comforted a new student who was feeling sad. Yaraliz Peralta in Ms. Albritton's class is a sweetheart and we are so appreciative of her help! And now she has a new friend, too, so it was a win win for everyone!

We know you are thinking these ladies are smiling because we have Spring break next week, but they are actually grinning from ear to ear because they just scored a 100 on the health inspection!!!! #awesomesauce

Students were recognized at Belwood this morning for demonstrating the concept of "PEACE" during the month of March! "Peace: Proving you care more about each other than winning an argument." Thank you to Chick-fil-a Cowhoun for encouraging our young people to become good citizens of not only our community, but wherever they go! Bria Higginbotham Luca Lopez Carleigh Allen Gael Fraire Salacies Roland Jeffords Gabriel Cruz Raiden Townsend Kaliber Lockard Annistyn Mullins Elyssa Rodriguez Bo Richardson Estrella Escobar Dulce Soto Almazan Ford Wyatt Kaesyn Mullins Josue Olivares-Orellana Noah Burchett Daniella Pace MaKinsey Dodge Giselle Morales-Ramirez Olivia Bennett Caroline Nasco Bryan Lopez-Mendoza Gunner Ellis Miguel Manuel Bail Nathan Abernathy Hanna Waters

The LAST day to order and guarantee your student a yearbook is TOMORROW, Friday, April 5th. After that it will be a first come, first serve with any extra unsold yearbooks we have left. Order online or send in money by tomorrow at 3 pm. http://yearbooks2.pixami.com/BelwoodElementary/home3/Bookstore.jsp

Tonight is the LAST NIGHT FOR DONATIONS! And so we have a FINAL challenge for your students! The class with the most new donations tonight will earn extra recess! ⚽🏀🏈

Kona Ice truck coming to Belwood tomorrow, Friday, April 5th! Send in your student's money in a labeled envelope or zip lock bag.

Join us in CONGRATULATING Belwood's Teacher of the Year for the 2024-2025 school year Mrs. Sydney Shipley!!! Mrs. Shipley has demonstrated excellence in the classroom over the years by exemplifying an exceptional commitment to her students, to Gordon County, and to her profession. Her generous heart, warm disposition and modest personality combined with her passion for collaborating with others and advocating for her students makes Mrs. Shipley an inspiration to all who know her! Belwood is blessed beyond measure to have Mrs. Shipley on our campus! And another Hip Hip Hooray to Mrs. Shipley for being one of three District Finalists for GCS Teacher of the Year. The winner of District TOTY will be announced Monday, April 22nd at the TOTY Reception.

Kona Ice Prices - Friday, April 5th! Send money in a labeled envelop or zip lock bag:)

LOOK what's coming this Friday, April 5th during our Fun Run!