Weekly Newsletter for the Week of 3/16 - 3/20

Posted Date: 03/15/26 (04:00 PM)

Weekly Newsletter for the week of March 16th - March 20th

We hope everyone had a safe and fun Spring Break!

Partnering for a Great Spring Semester
Dear Families,
As we move further into the semester, our main goal is to ensure every student at BonDeCroft has a focused, safe, and kind environment where they can truly thrive.
Lately, we’ve noticed a significant uptick in some challenging behaviors that are beginning to pull our focus away from the classroom. To help us get back to 100% "learning mode," I’m asking for your partnership in having a few quick heart-to-hearts with your kiddos this week:

Kindness & Language: We are seeing an increase in "tough" language and unkind interactions. Please remind your children about the power of their words and the importance of treating every peer with respect.
Games vs. Reality: We love that our students have creative imaginations, but we’re noticing some "video game" talk and play-acting (physicality or aggressive themes) carrying over into the school day. It would be so helpful to remind them that what is okay in a game or on a screen isn't always appropriate for the hallway or the playground.

Our teachers have some incredible lessons planned, and we want to spend every second of the day on instruction rather than managing behavior. Thank you for being such a supportive part of our team—we couldn't do it without you!
Ms. Cope

It's time to register for Pre-K and Kindergarten.

If you know any kiddos that will be going to Pre-K or Kindergarten next year, please let them know that it is time to register. This helps us prepare for the next school year. Please contact the school front office if you have any questions.

Student Attendance

We are also seeing more student absences than in previous years. Every day, our teachers provide crucial instruction from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. When a student is late, leaves early, or misses a full day, they miss valuable instruction that is difficult to make up. Please help us by scheduling appointments and other activities for after school whenever possible.

We are so grateful for your continued support and commitment to your child's education. Working together, we can ensure BonDeCroft remains a positive and productive learning environment for everyone.

Lost and Found
We are already seeing lots of items misplaced throughout the day by our students. Please write your child's name on/in their personal items (water bottles, lunch boxes, backpacks, hoodies, jackets, etc.)! This will help us get the items back to the right person when we find them.

School News

Student of the Week

Mrs. Hughes - Cambri Bryant
Mrs. Hughes says "Cambri is such a joy to have in class.She always loves to help her friends. She keeps everyone laughing and having a good time."

Our Commitment to Positive Behavior

Lion's Pledge
We are Lions! We have GRIT!
We show GRATITUDE for what we have.
We show RESPECT to all we meet.
We are INDEPENDENT thinkers.
We make our own choices!
We earn TRUST by our actions!
We are Lions!
We DON"T Quit!
ROAR!!

Attendance Matters

Excuse Notes
Please remember to send in a note from the doctor or a parent note when your child is absent. Each child get 5 parent notes each year. Remember, your child can't learn the material if they are not in school. Please help us by scheduling appointments after school or during breaks. Attendance really does matter.

March Attendance Challenge
March perfect attendance challenge is underway. Students who do not miss a day in March will receive a special treat at the end of the month. Encourage and support your child to have perfect attendance this month. Try to schedule appointments after school or on breaks!

Attendance Procedures
Please make sure you send in a parent note or doctors note with your child when they return after an absence. You can send in a parent note for 5 days worth of absences. Any absence other than those must have a doctor or dentist note to be excused. Please remember, this is more about ensuring students are at school to receive the daily instruction from the teacher. Students can make up missing assignments, but they cannot get back the instruction the teacher provided that day. Also, leaving school early is considered a tardy, as well is coming in late. Instruction begins at 8:00am each day and does not end until 3:00pm. Please help us by limiting the time students miss from the classroom. We appreciate your support with this!

Lunch Menu

Upcoming Events

3/18 - Report Cards
3/19 - Spring Pictures
4/3 - NO SCHOOL Good Friday
4/6 - NO SCHOOL Easter Monday
4/21 - Progress Reports
5/22- Last Day of School Dismiss @ 9:30

About Us:
Email: sara.cope@whitecoschools.net
Website: https://bondecroft.whitecoschools.net
Address: 8095 Crossville Hwy. Sparta, TN 38583
Phone: (931) 935-2399
Fax: (931) 935-2399