RM Bacon Weekly

Sunday, September 15, 2024

Bacon Weekly - 9/16 - 20, 2024

Dr. Mazzoni and 4th United Methodist donated backpacks

We are BEARS! Be Excited About Reading in Schools

We’ve officially wrapped up our first full week of school. We are all working hard to establish our routines and procedures! It’s been a busy start, but I truly appreciate everyone’s dedication to getting our protocols and procedures in place. Some areas take more time than others, but the effort is showing.

Thank you for your continued hard work—it’s noticed and appreciated! ~ Dr. Cook, Principal

Assemblies Recap
The feedback from our school assemblies has been overwhelmingly positive. It’s great to see everyone embracing our school-wide expectations, call and response routines, and rules. If you ever wonder whether the students "got it," just ask them—they’re learning fast!

Spotlight on Kindergarten
Our Kindergarten team has been doing an incredible job during these first few weeks, and we’ve spent a lot of time in their classrooms supporting their efforts. Working with 4- and 5-year-olds is no easy task, but our teachers and paraprofessionals have handled it with patience and skill. A huge shout-out and thank you to our Bacon Bears Kindergarten team for their hard work and dedication!

Also, we want to give a warm welcome back to Mrs. Bacon Bear Thone this week! We're glad to have her back.

Back to School Night - A Key Event!
We want to remind all parents and guardians that Back to School Night is on Tuesday, September 17 at 6:00 PM. This is an incredibly important opportunity for you to meet your child’s teachers, learn more about classroom expectations, and discover how we can work together to ensure a successful year for your child. Your involvement plays a crucial role in your child’s educational journey, and we strongly encourage you to attend. We can’t wait to see you there!

Mark Your Calendars
Here are some important dates for the upcoming week:

Monday, September 16 - C Day - Motivational Monday, 8:40 AM in Library
Tuesday, September 17 - D Day - Back to School Night, 6:00 PM
Wednesday, September 18 - E Day - Another awesome day at Bacon
Thursday, September 19 - A Day - Allen and Associates during lunches; PTO Meeting, Bacon Library, 5:30 PM
Friday, September 20 - B Day - Wear your Bacon Gear!

We’re excited for all that’s ahead, and we appreciate the support from our amazing Bacon community. Let’s make this year one to remember!

Pictures from around the school

Birthday selfies

Our first assemblies

Mrs. Holiday in the Library

Birthday Selfies

Kindergarten

1st grade writing lab

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Facebook – RM Bacon Elementary

Weekly Blog – RM Bacon Weekly

School Website - https://bacon.millville.org/

Our yearly theme is We are BEARS - (Be Excited About Reading in School)

Our Mission is Then, Now, Always Family!

Our Vision is We believe that a happy child is a successful one. We are committed to providing a positive, safe and stimulating environment for children to learn, where all are valued.

Published by Spike Cook, Bacon Principal, Millville

Sunday, September 8, 2024

Bacon Weekly - 9/9 - 9/13, 2024

Ready for School

Bacon Bears,

We are BEARS! (Be Excited About Reading in School)

The new school year is officially underway, and what a start it has been! After two days of engaging professional development and our heartfelt “Prayer at the Pole” event, RM Bacon Elementary is off to a great start. As we reflect on the first two days with students, the excitement in the air is undeniable—and it’s just the start of what promises to be a remarkable year.

Professional Development

Preparing for Success Before the students even stepped into the building, our staff spent two days in professional development, collaborating and preparing for the year. We even had a combined session with staff from Mt. Pleasant and played a fun Kahoot!

Prayer at the Pole

Just before the school doors opened to students, we gathered as a community for “Prayer at the Pole,” a tradition that brings us together in a moment of unity and reflection. It was a powerful way to start the year—grounding ourselves in hope, peace, and positivity as we embark on this new journey.

Kindergarten Orientation

On Wednesday, we opened our doors to the class of 2037! Our 4 and 5 year old's with their families were able to meet the Bacon Team, tour the school and see their classrooms. This was a fun event and we want to thank everyone who turned out to support our school.

First Two Days

We had an excellent first two days at RM Bacon. We focused on building relationships, setting objectives and getting comfortable with the school.

We have incredible plans in store for this year such as engaging projects, creative learning experiences, and opportunities for our students to thrive both academically and personally. We’re committed to fostering a culture of kindness, resilience, and curiosity, and we can’t wait to see how our students rise to the occasion.

We are excited about the 24-25 school year, and we know that with the support of our amazing staff, students, and families, this year will be one to remember.

Important Information

Band Sign Up Information

Band sign up information was sent home on Friday for 4th and 5th Grade students. Scan the QR Code on the letter to get started

Back to School Night

Mark your calendars for September 17 at 6:00 PM for our Back to School.

Weekly Overview

Monday - 9/9 - C Day - Assemblies in the AM

Tuesday - 9/10 - D Day - Another awesome day at Bacon

Wednesday - 9/11 - E Day - Another awesome day at Bacon

Thursday - 9/12 - A Day - Another awesome day at Bacon

Friday - 9/13 - B Day - Wear Bacon Gear

Pictures from around the school

Birthday Selfie

Class presentations

Mrs. Workman's class

Staff getting ready

Bacon Bears

Ready for School

Prayer at the Pole

Kindergarten Orientation

Professional Development

Bacon vs. Mt. Pleasant

Winners for the Kahoot!

Professional Development

Friday, August 30, 2024

Bacon Weekly - Welcome Back 24-25 School Year

Welcome Back to RM Bacon Elementary School for the 2024-2025 School Year!

Dear Bacon Family,

We are thrilled to welcome you all back to RM Bacon Elementary School for what promises to be an exciting and productive 2024-2025 school year! Whether you’re a returning member of our school community or new to the Bacon family, we are so happy to have you with us as we embark on another year of learning, growth, and fun.

Summer Highlights

Our school has been very activity over the summer, and we can’t wait for you to see the improvements. The school is sparkling clean, with every corner shining and ready for our students and staff to fill the halls with energy and enthusiasm. We’re also excited to share that we’re working on plans for a brand-new playground! While we’re still in the planning stages, this is going to be a fantastic addition to our school, providing a safe and fun space for our students to enjoy.

In addition to our playground plans, we’ve made an important upgrade to our school’s security with the installation of a new security vestibule. This addition ensures that RM Bacon Elementary remains a safe and secure environment for everyone. Safety continues to be our top priority, and this new feature is just one of the ways we’re working to protect our school community.

Important Links

Parent Portal - This is where you can access grades, schedules and teachers and much more

Welcome Back Letter - This has important information on arrival and dismissal, procedures

Calendar of Events - This has all of the activities for the year (and will be updated)

September Events and Highlights

As we kick off the school year, we have an exciting lineup of events and activities planned for September. Here’s what you can look forward to:

September Character Theme: Responsibility
This month, we’ll be focusing on the theme of Responsibility, encouraging our students to take ownership of their actions, work, and behavior both in and out of the classroom.
September 3 & 4 - Teacher In-service Days
Our dedicated teachers will be gearing up for the year with two in-service days, with the second day including a Bacon Staff Meeting. This is an important time for our staff to come together, plan, and prepare for the amazing year ahead.
September 4 - Kindergarten Orientation at 2:00 PM (see flyer below)
September 5 - First Day of School
The big day is almost here! We can’t wait to see all our students back at school, ready to learn and grow.
September 5 - October 5 - Bacon Gear Fundraiser
Support our school and show your Bacon pride by participating in the Bacon Gear Fundraiser. It’s a great way to get some awesome gear and help our school at the same time. (Link to follow)
September 17 - Back to School Night, 6:00 PM
Parents, mark your calendars for Back to School Night! This is a great chance to meet your child’s teachers, see their classroom, and learn more about what’s in store for the year.
September 19 - PTO Meeting, 5:30 PM
Join us in the Bacon Library for the first PTO Meeting of the year. We’re always looking for more voices and ideas to help make our school the best it can be!
September 23-27 - Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser
The PTO is hosting a delicious fundraiser with Double Good Popcorn. Get ready to support our school while enjoying some tasty treats.
September 24 - Literacy Night, 6:00 PM
Come out for Literacy Night, where we’ll celebrate the joy of reading and share tips on how to support literacy at home.

Pictures from around the school

Bears on the Beach

Playstreets

Our Bear is waiting for the rest of the cubs