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Weekly Newsletter for the Week of 9/14-9/18

Posted Date: 09/13/26 (04:05 PM)


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Weekly Newsletter for the week of Sept. 14th - Sept. 18th
September Is Attendance Awareness Month

Missing just two days of school a month in PreK and Kindergarten can make it harder for kids to read proficiently by 3rd grade.  A student who is chronically absent in high school is 7.4x more likely to drop out.

Attendance data isn't just about counting missed days—it's about spotting warning signs early so schools and families can step in before absences add up.

Every day a student is in school is an opportunity to learn, build relationships, and access support. Consistent school attendance is one of the most powerful predictors of student success. Let’s work together to build good attendance habits early so our students are ready for tomorrow!   Learn more: https://awareness.attendanceworks.org/



alt_text BonDeCroft Spirit Night at McDonalds.  Oct. 1st from 5:00 - 7:00 pm

McDonald’s Spirit Night!
Mark your calendars! Help support our school by joining us for McDonald’s Spirit Night on Tuesday, October 1st, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
During these two hours, our PTO will receive a percentage of ALL sales—including dine-in, drive-thru, and mobile orders! Please help us spread the word to family, friends, and neighbors. Every meal helps raise vital funds directly for our school and students.
Thank you for your support, and we hope to see you there!




The PTO is raising money for new playground equipment, and we are seeking local businesses to partner with us to reach our goal. Parents, we need your help, too. If you own a business, work for one, or know of a business that would want to partner with us, please help us by asking for sponsorships. Our goal of $20,000 is now down to $12,750!! Below is the sponsorship flyer and the sponsors who have donated to the fundraiser so far. Let us know if you have any questions. We greatly appreciate your help!
Thank you to our School Sponsors!!
Gary Maxwell Insurance, Frank's, Flatt's Heating & Cooling, Morgan Furniture Center, Middle TN Natural Gas of Sparta, East Tennessee Dodge, J. Cumby Construction, INC, Volunteer Electric Cooperation, Sparkle City Tanning, Pionke Concrete Pumping

BonDeCroft Spirit Week 9/14/26-9/18/26.  Monday - Wear Blue & White to show your school spirit, Tuesday - Dress like something that starts with the first letter of your name, Wednesday - Dress like a teacher, Thursday - Decade Day, Friday - Wear a jersey or shirt for your favorite team.  
alt_textBonDeCroft Spirit Week 9/14/26-9/18/26.  Monday - Wear Blue & White to show your school spirit, Tuesday - Dress like something that starts with the first letter of your name, Wednesday - Dress like a teacher, Thursday - Decade Day, Friday - Wear a jersey or shirt for your favorite team.

BonDeCroft Elementary Annual Fun Run! 

Get Ready to Move, Groove, and Support Our School!

We are so excited to bring back our BonDeCroft Fun Run! The BonDeCroft Elementary Fun Run is a day filled with energy, health, and school spirit. Every student will participate in the run during their activity time, celebrating their effort while helping raise funds for school enrichment, classroom supplies, and student events.

We are collecting flat donations only—no per-lap calculations needed! Every dollar raised goes directly to support our students and teachers.

Event Details

  • Date: Friday, September 18th

  • Location: School Track / Playground Field

  • What to Wear: Athletic shoes, comfortable clothes, and school spirit!

Incredible Student & Class Rewards!

We want to celebrate our students' hard work! Check out the fun incentives students can earn:

  • Participation Reward: ALL students who participate in the Fun Run will receive popsicle/ice cream!

  • $20 Raised: Earns entrance to the Bounce House Party during school! 

  • $50 or More Raised: Earns an Extra Recess Pass for a full period of outdoor fun!

  • TOP Individual AWARD: Shadow Officer Carrick

  • TOP CLASS AWARD: The classroom that raises the highest total amount will win an Exclusive Pizza Party

Note: Rewards are cumulative! Raising $50+ unlocks the ice cream, bounce house, AND extra recess!

How You Can Help

  1. Spread the Word: Share your student’s donation link (or packet) with grandparents, aunts, uncles, neighbors, and family friends.

  2. Donate: Make a secure flat donation September 18th.

  3. Cheer Them On: Mark your calendar and come cheer on our runners!

Reward Tier Tracker

  • Any Amount / Laced Up: Popsicle/Ice Cream

  • $20 Goal: Bounce House Party

  • $50 Goal: Extra Recess Pass + All Lower Tiers

  • TOP Individual AWARD: Shadow Officer Carrick

  • TOP CLASS AWARD: Help us beat the other classes to secure a Pizza Party!

Schedule of Events

  • PreK & Kindergarten:  9:00-9:30  

  • 1st & 2nd Grade:  9:30-10:00 

  • 3rd Grade:   10:00-10:30  

  • 4th Grade:   10:30-11:00  

  • 5th Grade:   11:00-11:30 


     


Attendance Matters: When Should Your Child Stay Home?
Being in class every day is one of the most powerful ways to support your child’s learning and success. We want to see our students in school as much as possible!  It’s common for children to wake up with mild sniffles, a slight headache, or just feeling a little tired. Unless your child has a fever of 100+, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, or eye discharge, please encourage them to come to school!   If they start feeling worse during the day, our school nurse will evaluate them and contact you if needed.


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School News

Student Drop-Off Instructions:

1. You may begin dropping students off at 7:00 a.m.

2. Use the INSIDE lane ONLY
3. Do NOT exit your vehicle
4. Park in a parking space if you wish to walk your child to the 
    door.
5. No later than 8:00.  Students go to the classrooms at 7:45  
    and begin getting ready for their day.  Arriving by 7:45
    ensures your child has time to prepare for their day. 

Student Pick-Up Instructions:

1. We will start calling for students promptly at 3:00.

2. Use the OUTSIDE lane only UNTIL 2:45.
3. Use both lanes beginning at 2:45.
4. Place your yellow tag on the rearview mirror.
5. Pull to the side if you need to help your child buckle. 

 

Student of the Week
Mrs. Speer - Addison Bridges
Mrs. Speer says "Addison is such a wonderful student! She is kind and focused and hardworking. I have loved getting to know her and watching her learn and grow. She is a rockstar in math and I can't wait to see what she achieves this year." 


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Our Commitment to Positive Behavior
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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.
August Attendance Challenge
August perfect attendance challenge is underway.  Students who do not miss a day in August 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!  
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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!  

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Upcoming Events

9/14 - Homecoming Basketball Game
9/18 - BonDeCroft Fun Run
9/18 - Smart Card Orders are Due

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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