Sunday Scoop, May 17 edition- the one where technology was not my friendI
- May 17
- 3 min read
Happy Sunday Bushy Park Families!
We are midway through the season affectionately known as Maycember, that magical time of year when the calendar somehow fills itself overnight, backpacks become mobile lost-and-found bins, and every week feels like three weeks rolled into one. Between spirit days, concerts, celebrations, sports-ball, field trips, MAP testing, and the countdown to summer, we are officially in the thick of the end-of-year frenzy!
This past week brought a brief respite from the hustle and bustle for some families, while continuing with the delightful chaos for others. A huge CONGRATULATIONS for the 5th grade students who completed the Simulated Congressional Hearings, and to the rest of us who remembered to participate in spirit days or show up semi-on time AND fully dressed.
Let me tell you, the excitement is only ramping up from here. Field Day is Tuesday. If you purchased a Field Day Shirt, it's finally time to take it out of the bag or remember where you hid it from yourself (ask me about the time I did this). If you volunteered, THANK YOU! Can't remember if you volunteered for Morning or Afternoon (or both?), click the links to check! Still have questions? Reach out to Ms. Z and be sure to thank both her and Mr. Cjasko for all the hard work they put into Field Day.
Be sure to keep an eye on upcoming dates and reminders so nothing sneaks up on you during this whirlwind stretch of Maycember, alternatively titled the "this email was too long to read" section:
Technology Survey: PTA Council of Howard County (PTACHC) is conducting a survey on HCPSS-issued devices with regards to safety, wellbeing, and learning. Your input is important! Responses will be kept anonymous and will be shared with HCPSS leadership and used for advocacy efforts.Please use this link to complete the survey by May 24.
May 26 - Spirit Night at Barrington Tap and Table. Make sure to mention Bushy Park PTA and a portion of all sales will be donated to sponsor more fun activities this year and beyond.
June 3 - Ice Cream Social and final PTA meeting of the year- we will be approving our summer budget so get your sugar fix and help us set up our summer for success.
June 9 - 5th grade party at Red Barn Ranch. Registration is now open, reach out to the Fifth Grade Committee or your child's room parent if you have any questions.
June 10 - Spirit Day at Rosie's! Get your last minute end of year caffeine fix to keep you going through a really busy week. Be sure to mention BPES at check out!
June 11 - End of Year Carnival from 6-8 at BPES. The event is sure to have something for everyone. Food trucks including Between the Buns and The Snowy Spoon, tickets for using the inflatables are $5 and a waiver is required. We will have attendants stationed at each of the larger inflatables. Don't wait - ticket price increases on June 1st!
As always, thank you to our incredible volunteers, teachers, staff, and families for helping make all of these moments possible. The days may be busy, but they are also filled with joy, celebration, and the kind of school spirit that makes this community so special.
Here’s to surviving — and enjoying — the Maycember madness together!
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