A Message from the Principal, Martin Neuhaus
January 20, 2017
Welcome!
We love our new welcome signs, thank you to our amazing PTA for making this
happen for us! Please let us know what you think the next time you stop in to visit or
volunteer. You will see our "bear paw" welcome at both our main and car rider
entrances, and our big welcome sign as you enter our front doors.
1st - 5th Grade Agendas
Starting on Monday, January 23rd, we are requiring all students to start utilizing their agendas each day. While many classrooms
already use this incredible tool (thank you PTA!) we want to make sure that ALL our 1st - 5th grade students are writing in it each
afternoon. We're asking students to write neatly every day their homework and one thing they've learned (reflection is important
and we hope this provides you with an opportunity to ask him/her to tell you more!). Please help us by checking your child's
agenda each night and helping make sure it comes back to school each morning.
Learning Walks 1/31, 2/7
Ever wonder what school is really like for our students? Want to know more about how we're incorporating personalized learning
into our classrooms? If so, we invite you to come join us on our journey for one of our Learning Walks. During these visits you will
tour several of our classrooms with other parents and community members, visiting multiple grades to see our students and
teachers in action. Learning Walks are limited to 10 visitors each morning so we can observe classrooms without disrupting
instruction. All Learning Walks are followed by a reflection activity, allowing all visitors an opportunity to provide feedback and
ask questions.
To sign up for our next Learning Walks (8:00 - 9:45 AM) click on the following links:
January 31, 2017: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D4EADAD2AAB9-january
February 7, 2017: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D4EADAD2AAB9-february
Georgia Parent Survey
Please take a few minutes to complete the Georgia Parent Survey. It is administered directly from the Georgia Department of
Education (GDOE) and results are used to calculate our School Climate Star Rating which is reported with our CCRPI Score. Survey
responses are anonymous and will be submitted directly to the GDOE for analysis. Results from the Georgia Parent Survey will not
be available to the public and will not be posted online. Click here for the 24 question survey.
Mother/Son Bingo – 1/27
All Barnwell Mothers and Sons are invited to come and enjoy bingo fun on Friday, January 27 th from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The cost
is $5.00 per person which includes 2 bingo cards, a slice of pizza and a drink. Please click here for additional information.
Barnwell’s BEST
Each week our team recognizes a staff member that exemplifies Barnwell’s BEST – someone who leads by example, sharing their
positive energy and enthusiasm with our school family. Our Barnwell BEST recipient last Friday was Sarah Nolan, First Grade
Teacher. Congratulations to Sarah Nolan for being one of Barnwell’s BEST!
9425 Barnwell Road, Johns Creek, GA 30022
www.barnwellelementary.org
Phone: 470-254-490
www.twitter.com/TheBarnwellBeat
FAX: 470-254-3330
www.barnwellpta.org
The Lion King Kids– School Musical
Lights, Camera, Action!! Tickets are now on sale for the 4th and 5th Grade production of The Lion King Kids! There will be two
performances of this incredible musical: Thursday, February 9 at 7:00 PM and Friday, February 10 at 7:00 PM, both at Northview
High School. Tickets can be purchased online following the link provided. Hurry, tickets will sell quickly!
https://search.seatyourself.biz/webstore/webstore.html?d=1&domain=barnwell
Rising 6th Grade Curriculum Parent Nights
This year Autrey Mill Middle School will be hosting Curriculum Parent Nights for Rising 6th grade students on January 25th from
5:30 – 6:30 PM. Information about our course offerings and options for students will be discussed. We are excited to share our
course offerings and academic pathways for the upcoming school year
Is My Child Too Sick For School?
Children should stay home from school if there is: fever 100.4 or higher, vomiting, diarrhea, very frequent cough, persistent pain
(ear, stomach, head, etc.), widespread rash, crawling lice and or nits that have not been treated. The best way to stay healthy is to
remind your children to wash their hands frequently, cough into their elbow, throw away tissues after using them and don’t share
hats, hair bows, scarves, combs or brushes.
BARNIVAL Needs You!
Barnival is just around the corner and planning has begun! We need LOTS of help to make sure this year's event goes smoothly. If
you'd like to help with this amazing community event, please join us for a volunteer meeting on Thursday, January 26 at 8:00 AM
in the cafeteria. We will discuss committees, responsibilities and goals for the event.
If you can't make the meeting, that's ok! Just sign-up for a committee here: www.SignUpGenius.com/go/10C0F48AFAB2AA642017 or email this year's Barnival co-chairs, Michelle Erste ([email protected]) or Sogol Zebarjadi ([email protected]) for
more information. Thank you for helping make 2017's Barnival great!
PTA Nominating Committee
The PTA is already making plans for the 2017-2018 school year. We are looking for current PTA members to serve on the
Nominating Committee. The purpose of this committee is to seek qualified nominees for PTA leadership positions. Please
contact [email protected] if you are interested.
5th Grade Parents
Celebrate your child’s success as they leave elementary school behind by creating a yearbook ad. This Barnwell tradition is
beloved by 5th grade students and parents alike. For more information, please click here.
Barnwell Yearbooks on Sale Now
The Barnwell Yearbook is on sale NOW! If you did not have a chance to pre-order your book along with your PTA membership,
now is your chance. Be sure to buy yours today, as quantities are limited. Books are $35, but the memories are priceless! Simply
go to www.balfour.com and enter our school name in the search box (be sure to select the correct Barnwell!). You will then be
taken to a page where you can click on "Yearbook" and then "Yearbook and Accessories." Follow Balfour's easy purchase
instructions and you are good to go!
If you have questions, please contact Kristy Dell'Orto at [email protected].
Johns Creek High School Girls in STEM
Learn more about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math by attending the first Girls in STEM Event! This event is limited to
only 2nd – 5th graders and will be held at JCHS on Saturday, January 28th from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. For additional information,
please click here.
9425 Barnwell Road, Johns Creek, GA 30022
www.barnwellelementary.org
Phone: 470-254-490
www.twitter.com/TheBarnwellBeat
FAX: 470-254-3330
www.barnwellpta.org
Reminders
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Volunteer Protocol (required for all volunteer every year) - Click here to access the volunteer protocol
Birthday Celebrations/Lunch Visits – Click here to access information on BES website
All visitors must present a valid driver’s license or government ID when visiting the school
Tardies, Early Dismissals, Transportation Changes, Parking – Click here to view important school notes
Have a wonderful weekend!
Martin
9425 Barnwell Road, Johns Creek, GA 30022
www.barnwellelementary.org
Phone: 470-254-490
www.twitter.com/TheBarnwellBeat
FAX: 470-254-3330
www.barnwellpta.org