The Bolden Bugle Newsletter
Dear Parents,
As we enter November, we are excited to observe Native American Indian Heritage Month, Veterans Day and Military Families Month. These special observances provide us with a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Native Americans and to honor the invaluable contributions of our military families.
At Bolden Elementary Middle School, we deeply appreciate the sacrifices and resilience of our military families. Your dedication and strength are truly inspiring, and we are committed to providing unwavering support to you and your children.
This month, we will host various activities to recognize and celebrate these important observances. November 14th, at 2:00 PM we will hold a Veterans Day ceremony to honor the brave men and women who have served our country in the gymnasium. We look forward to your participation and to celebrating together as a community.
Warm regards,
Angela Stephens,
Principal
GO EAGLES!!
Upcoming Events
November 11- Veteran’s Day NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
November 12- Early Release Day-2:15 Dismissal
November 13- Q2 Progress Reports Issued
November 14- Veteran’s Day Assembly 2:00 PM in Gym
November 15- PTO Spirit Shop During Lunch
November 19- Fall Picture Re-Take Day
November 25-29- Thanksgiving Break NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
Important Notice: Influenza Immunization Requirement
Attention Bolden Elementary Middle School Families,
As we approach flu season, it is crucial to ensure the health and safety of our students. The Influenza Immunization is mandatory for all students enrolled at Bolden Elementary Middle School, including those who are homeschooled.
Where to Get the Flu Shot:
- Local Pharmacies: The flu shot is readily available at all local pharmacies.
- Naval Hospital: You can also receive the flu shot at the Naval Hospital.
Documentation Submission:
- Once your child has received the flu shot, please send the documentation to the school nurse.
- Deadline: November 22, 2024
- Avoid Exclusion: Students will not be able to attend school on Dec. 2 until documentation is provided.
Contact Information:
- For any questions or concerns, please contact Nurse Navarro at:
- Email: annemarie.navarro@dodea.edu
- Phone: (843) 466-7061
Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our school community healthy!
Sincerely,
Nurse Navarro
Bolden Elementary Middle School
November is designated as National Native American Indian Heritage Month. This observance commemorates the history, heritage, and culture of Native Americans and Alaskan Natives. During this month, we acknowledge the vast achievements of America’s original indigenous people.
What started at the turn of the century as an effort to gain a day of recognition for the contributions of the many intertribal cultures, as well as to educate everyone about the rich history, heritage, art, and traditions of the original American peoples made to the establishment and growth of the United States, has resulted in a whole month being designated for that purpose.
In 1914, Red Fox James, a Blackfoot Indian, rode horseback from state to state seeking approval for a day to honor Indians; he was also known as Red Fox Skiuhushu. In December of the following year, he presented the endorsements of 24 state governments at the White House, however, there is no record of such a national day being proclaimed during that time in our history.
Held on the second Saturday of May 1916, the governor of New York declared the first “American Indian Day” on record. Several states followed with celebrations held on the fourth Friday in September of the same year. Several states designated Columbus Day as “Native American Day,” but it continued to be a day observed without any recognition as a national legal holiday.
In 1986, the U.S. Congress passed a proclamation authorizing “American Indian Week,” and in 1990, President George H. W. Bush approved a joint resolution designating November 1990 "National American Indian Heritage Month." From 1990 onward, presidential proclamations have been issued annually to celebrate the heritage and culture of Native Americans.
Today, in 28 states many, cities, rivers, and lakes derive names from Native American heritage. Native Americans and Alaska Natives are people having origins in any of the original peoples of North, South, and Central America, and who maintain tribal affiliation or community attachment. According to the U.S. Census, there were 5.2 million American Indians and Alaskan Natives living in the U. S. in 2010; 7.1 million American Indians and Alaskan Natives living in the U. S. in 2020; and there are projected to be 10.1 million American Indians and Alaskan Natives living in the U. S. by July 2060.
Additionally, Native Americans and Alaskan Natives have a unique relationship with the federal government due to historic conflict and subsequent treaties. To date, there are 574 federally recognized tribes and 324 Native American reservations, recognized tribes across the U.S.
Dear Parents,
Our elementary students have been working hard on becoming more responsible and taking ownership of their actions during classroom guidance sessions. We’ve had some great discussions about how every decision we make has consequences, and it’s up to us to choose whether those consequences will be positive or negative.
We encourage you to talk with your child about making healthy decisions that lead to good outcomes. It’s all about empowering them to make the right choices on their own!
Additionally, our students have been learning the importance of studying. Ask your child about the “shoe game” and what strategies could have helped them achieve a perfect score. It’s a fun way to reinforce their learning!
Thank you for your support!
Best regards,
Ms. Roberts, Guidance Counselor
Are you MOVING?? We're going to miss you!
The school needs to know if you are planning to PCS.
Come by the office to pick up a Student Withdrawal form when you know your student’s last day at Bolden E/MS.
If you move to another house on base (Parris Island, Laurel Bay, or Naval Hospital) you must provide the office with a copy of your new lease agreement. If you move off base during the school year, your child can finish the school year at Bolden. However, they will not be eligible to attend Bolden the next school year. The office will also need to be notified of your new address.
Contact the school at 843-466-7100 if you have any questions.
The Child Nutrition Office currently sends out "negative balance" letters to parents whose breakfast/lunch account balances go into the negative due to insufficient funds. Letters are usually generated and sent out weekly to the email address on file. Balance inquiries can also be made by contacting your student's school cafeteria or by going online to the family portal. Child Nutrition Office appreciates your cooperation in ensuring that your student maintains a positive account balance at all times. You can pay online at https://family.titank12.com/ You will need to register if you do not have an account. Thank you for supporting the Child Nutrition Program at Laurel Bay.
Reginald Clement, Food Service Director
A New Front Office Email Address
We are pleased to announce that a new email address has been
established to facilitate communication between families and
the school. The email address is boldenfrontoffice@dodea.edu.
This email will serve as the primary channel for parents and sponsor to communicate
attendance-related matters, including notifying us when a
student will be absent for the day or if there are emergency
dismissal changes.
Important Points:
Email Address: Please use the provided email address
(boldenfrontoffice@dodea.edu) when sending attendance
notes or dismissal change requests. It is crucial that both the
child’s homeroom teacher and the front office receive your
email.
Dismissal Changes: To ensure safety and security, we will
not accept dismissal changes after 2:30 p.m. If you need to
make any permanent transportation or dismissal changes,
please complete the required form. You can obtain the form
by visiting the school front office or requesting it to be sent
home.
Email Format for Dismissal Changes: When emailing a
dismissal change, please include the following details:
* Child’s full name
* Your name (parent/sponsor)
* Homeroom teacher’s name
* Specific dismissal changes for that day
Classroom Questions and Concerns: While this email
address is primarily for attendance and dismissal matters, if
you have specific classroom-related questions or concerns, we
encourage you to directly email the teacher responsible for
your child’s class. Thank you for your cooperation, and we
look forward to maintaining effective communication with our
school community.
Student Contact Information: Please notify the office if you have any new phone numbers (home, work, cell), or if you no longer use a number previously listed with the school. It is important to us that your child’s contact information is current for their teachers, school nurse, and principal. We also want to ensure that you receive all messages sent to Bolden families through the Everbridge notification system.
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