“School bells are ringing loud and clear; vacation’s over, school is here.” ― Winifred C. Marshall
Beverly J. Martin Elementary
Greetings BJM Community,
Welcome to the start of an exciting new school year! We are thrilled to partner with you as we continue to grow together as a strong and connected school community rooted in Tiger Pride.
At the heart of everything we do are our TIGER values—Tenacious, Inclusive, Grateful, Empowered, and Respectful. These core principles guide how we learn, lead, and show up for one another every day. As we open our doors this year, we are committed to cultivating a school culture where every scholar feels safe to be their authentic self and is supported in becoming the best version of their academic and personal self.
This year, our focus is on fostering a rigorous academic and positive behavioral culture. We believe that when high expectations are paired with high support, scholars rise. Every classroom, hallway, and community space will reflect the power of our TIGER values, and we will continue to celebrate effort, growth, and achievement.
We expect you to join us in this journey. Together, as a team—school, home, and community—we can ensure our scholars thrive, feel seen, and are positioned for lasting success.
Thank you for your continued partnership and trust. We are proud to be on this journey with you and look forward to a year filled with learning, laughter, and Tiger Pride.
BJM Structures, Systems, SCEP, and Need-to-Know Updates
All scholars are welcome to arrive at 7:40 a.m. and are expected to be ready for learning at 8 a.m. The school day ends at 2 p.m. For scholars being dropped off and picked up, please do not park facing the opposite way of traffic.
Important Tiger Information: highlights arrival/dismissal, electronics/toys, birthday celebrations, and attendance.
Tiger Family Handbook: shares important information about our community in general and items pertaining to attendance, scholar supports, curriculum, and restorative practices, etc.
We look forward to seeing you at Open House on September 2. Open house is an opportunity to meet your scholar's teacher and staff working in our community. Say hello, meet new folks, and see your scholar's classroom!
Please note the following for Open House:
We begin at 1 p.m. and end at 1:55 p.m.
Please enter the building through the front door only and sign in
Classroom materials are still being prepared and will not be available for use
We welcome all scholars attending. We are still preparing our learning spaces and scholars are not to wander the building or leave the adult that they came with
Summer Mailing:
Tiger welcome back summer mailing with class placement and other important information will be sent the week of August 18.
Questions to Ask Your Scholar
What are you looking forward to this school year?
What does Tiger Pride mean to you?
How are you going to show your Tiger Pride this year?
Important Dates
*Every Wednesday we wear black and red to show our Tiger Pride!
*PTA Coffee is the first Friday of every Month 8:00 am in Room 120. September 5 is the first PTA Coffee.
August 2: Counted Out at Cinemapolis
August 9: BJM Neighborhood Meeting - 9 a.m. Library
August 28: PTA sponsored Back-to-School Celebration
Kindergarten only 4:30-5:30 p.m. | All grades 5:30-6:30 p.m.
September 2: Open House 1-2 p.m.
September 3: Pre- K-5 and Kindergarten scholars with last names A-L- First day of school
September 4: Pre-K-5 and Kindergarten scholars with last names M-Z First day of school
September 5: All Tiger scholars Pre-K-5
September 24: Curriculum Night 5-6:30 p.m.
September 26: TIGER Pride and Rainbow Day - Wear your colors of the Rainbow. (Optional for scholars and staff)
*Please be mindful Tiger Pride should not be a distraction to our teaching and learning environment
September 26: Friday Learning Celebration 8 a.m. Library
Attendance Expectations: Every Minute Matters
As we begin the school year, we want to emphasize the importance of being on time and present every day. Consistent attendance is a key ingredient in helping our scholars thrive both academically and socially.
Our school day is just six hours, and we want to maximize every moment with our scholars. Being on time and present is a habit—one that helps build strong routines, fosters responsibility, and sets the tone for success now and in the future.
This year, we will be monitoring attendance closely as a source of data to help us cultivate a culture where time is valued and learning is prioritized. We will also be celebrating our attendance successes as a community—more details to come!
Let’s work together to make sure every scholar knows that their time, presence, and learning matter. We thank you in advance for your partnership in making strong attendance a shared priority. Tiger Pride!
Resources
Thank you for reading the TIGER Family August Memo! Go Tigers!