Meet the Administrators Tracy Footman, Principal

Shannon Holland, Assistant Principal (1st, 3rd, and 5th)

Jessie Williams, Assistant Principal (K, 2nd, 4th)

School Counselor, Office Staff & Nurse

Terina Gardner–School Counselor

Patricia Metts–Administrative Assistant & Bookkeeper

Erin Elkins–Receptionist & Attendance Secretary

Judy Grosse-Registrar & Student Data Coordinator

Kathy Allen-Nurse

The History of Bethel-Hanberry Established as a high school in 1949

Became a junior high school in 1970

Became a middle school in 1980

Renamed as Bethel-Hanberry Elementary in 1991 and has been proudly serving Pre-kindergarten through 5th grade since that time.

Bethel-Hanberry’s Vision Bethel-Hanberry Elementary School is a place where successful student leaders develop through empowering, engaging and inspiring opportunities. We nurture creativity and discovery because they are essential components in authentic learning. Bethel-Hanberry is also a place where teachers model and teach, expecting only the highest level of achievement for each child. Parents and guardians find that they are encouraged to be active in their children's school experience through their participation and support.

Bethel-Hanberry’s Vision We ensure that we will expand every child's capacity for learning by urging students to lead based on integrity; explore all opportunities to grow; achieve at the highest levels; and demonstrate their personal best.

We are proud to say that BHE is a school where all children can LEAD and succeed!

Bethel-Hanberry’s Mission Statement

Bethel-Hanberry Elementary School nurtures learners to lead and succeed!

Our #1 Goal

Academic Achievement

Academic Programs Treasures Reading (K – 5th)

Lexia

enVision Math & Engage N.Y. (K – 5th)

ALEKS

ALERT - Active Learning Experiences in Resourceful Thinking (2nd – 5th)

One-to-One Computing (3rd – 5th) *Chromebooks

Multiple Computing Devices in all K – 2nd (iPads, Chromebooks, Desktop Computers)

Art, Music, P.E., Computer Lab, and Drama

Media Center

Tiered Intervention

BHE Awards and Successes Multiple Palmetto Gold and Silver Awards for

Academic Performance and Closing the Achievement Gap (7th consecutive year)

South Carolina Red Carpet Awards

South Carolina Exemplary Writing School

South Carolina School of Character

PBIS Banner School

PBIS – Positive Behavioral Intervention & Supports

Our focus is on what the students are doing right, not what they are doing wrong.

Clear expectations and rewards for those who follow those expectations.

One-on-one support where necessary.

Celebrating success

Community pride!

PBIS – Positive Behavioral Intervention & Supports

Our teachers manage classroom behavior with a preventative approach.

Consistent school and classroom expectations are continuously emphasized through PBIS.

Teachers will communicate with you regularly if they have concerns (behavioral or academic) and you should expect positive communication as well.

School-wide Discipline Communication is the key!

• Parent Communication Form

• Discipline Referral

Minor vs. Major Infractions If a student has a behavior infraction, the level of the offense

determines the level of the consequence. For example, major incidents such as hitting/striking, kicking, biting, continual disrespect, refusal to obey, verbal/physical threats, cheating/lying, or possession of prohibited items or materials may be offenses which warrant suspension.

We follow the Richland School District Two Code of Conduct Policies.

School Schedule 7:30 a.m. School opens with student supervision / Cafeteria serves breakfast

8:00 a.m. School day begins

8:10 a.m. Tardy

2:50 p.m. Dismissal

3:15 p.m. Afternoon supervision ends

Bus / Transportation Questions: 699-2892

Safety A top priority along with teaching and learning

Comprehensive safety plan including monthly drill (tornado, fire, evacuation, intruder, etc…)

Full-time school nurse

Video surveillance cameras throughout the campus

Attendance Students are allowed no more than 10 absences.

Parents must provide a written excuse within five days of the date of absence, otherwise the absence is marked “unverified” (unexcused).

Students are considered truant after three consecutive days of absence or any five days of absence when there is not an excuse submitted within five days of the absence(s).

Attendance For medical issues, the district may provide

homebound instruction. You must apply for this with information provided by your child’s healthcare provider. The district makes the determination as to whether the homebound request is accepted, not the school.

The homebound coordinator at Bethel-Hanberry is Mrs. Erin Elkins.

Arrival/Drop-Off and Dismissal/Pick-Up

1. Students have waiting areas for each grade level and should go directly to those areas upon arriving at school each day unless they are eating breakfast in the cafeteria.

2. Changes to regular daily afternoon transportation must be made in writing and given to the teacher the morning of the change. That note must clearly state, for example, "Suzy will not ride Bus 78 home today. She will be a car rider and her grandmother, Ms. Green, will pick her up." The note must also state a contact phone number for verification. Please do not email changes to teachers. In the event of an emergency only, you may call the front office and/or fax a note no later than 2:15.

Arrival/Drop-Off and Dismissal/Pick-Up

3. Car Riders Entrance to the car-rider line is located to the left side of the gym.

• One Lane in the morning - exit vehicle on “sidewalk side”/right passenger side only (for safety)

• Two Lanes in the afternoon (follow blue line through back parking lot)

*Left Lane PK- 2nd, Right Lane – 3rd – 5th

*Older siblings sit in younger sibling waiting area

*Students load from right passenger side only (for safety)

Please have “Hang Tag” visible in car window with child’s name PRINTED.

Arrival/Drop-Off and Dismissal/Pick-Up

4. Bus Riders

• Child Development and Kindergarten students must have an adult meet them at the bus stop in the afternoons or have written permission (bus escort form) for older siblings who are also on the bus with them to provide supervision for them from the bus stop until they arrive home.

• Drivers will not release Child Development or Kindergarten students to anyone not listed on the bus escort/permission form and will return the child to BHE.

Arrival/Drop-Off and Dismissal/Pick-Up

5. Day Cares -

*Several daycares pick up students at BHE.

*Students are dismissed to assigned areas at dismissal and released to the designated representatives of these daycares.

*If your child is normally picked up by a daycare and there is a change to his/her transportation, it is your responsibility to not only notify the school, but also the daycare.

Arrival/Drop-Off and Dismissal/Pick-Up

Our doors are opened to students at 7:30 each morning. Please don’t let them out of the vehicle prior to this time and please wait until an adult is on duty before letting them out.

Morning drop off (7:30 – 8:00) and afternoon pick-up (2:50 – 3:15) are done through the car-rider line only (entrance to the line is the road beside the gym).

Early Release/Early Pick-Up 2:15 p.m. is the latest that we will release students for early pick-up through the main office (district-wide procedure). After 2:15, parents who have missed the 2:15 early pick-up time will need to go through the car-rider line to pick up their child when regular dismissal begins at 2:50.

School Fees for 2016-2017 $15 General School Fee for all students. Fees are used for additional instructional materials and supplies throughout the year. For your convenience, all fees can now be paid online through our Parent Portal. *If you have not already set up your Parent Portal account, please get instructions from our school’s registrar, Ms. Judy Grosse.

Field studies/field trips are an additional cost and you will know in advance when payments are due.

Cafeteria Prices for 2016-2017 Prices:

Breakfast - $1.00/$0.30*, Lunch- $2.50/ $0.40**

Adult breakfast - $2.00 ; Adult lunch - $3.45

You can make payments to meal accounts ahead of time in person or on-line (Parent Portal). Please keep up with your child’s account. Accounts which are overdue will have bills sent out weekly and if they exceed a $10.00 negative balance, the child will be provided with an alternative meal.

Free/Reduced meals forms are available in our cafeteria, main office, or on the district website. APPLY NOW!

A new free/reduced form must be completed at the beginning of each school year even if you believe your qualification has not changed.

Frequently Asked Question Q: Does a child’s free/reduced meal qualification affect the amount of their general school fees?

A: Yes. Students who qualify for free/reduced meals have general school fees which are also less.

*If your child may qualify for free/reduced meals, please wait until after you’ve submitted the meal application and have been notified about their status BEFORE paying general school fees.

BHE After-School Express Registration Fee - $60.00/child

Weekly Tuition - $60.00/week for PK-5th students

$50.00/week for each additional sibling PK-5th

Open until 6:00 PM.

Erin Elkins – Director

Contact Info: 691-6880

* Our after-school program accommodates up to 100 students. We are currently at that number, however you’re welcome to add your name to the waiting list at the end of this evening’s orientation. Also, you may gather more information on Aug. 15 at the Back-to-School Bash, or by calling the school and speaking with our receptionist.

After-School Opportunities BHE After-School Express*

Chorus (3rd – 5th ) & Steel Drum Ensemble (3rd – 5th )

Golf Academy*

Step/Drama

Computer Club (4th & 5th)

Student Council

Run Hard*

Tumble Tree (Cheer & Dance)*

Taekwondo*

*Additional fee associated since offered by an outside company.

Staying in the Loop • Assignment/Agenda Books (Grades 4-5)

• Teacher Phone Calls, e-mails, notes home

• Parent Conferences

• Interims and Report Cards

• Weekly Class Newsletters/Teacher Blogs or Websites

• “The Bear Facts” Blog (Newsletter) – Updated weekly

• Automated Phone Calls

• Marquee

• School Web Site: https://www.richland2.org/bhe/pages/default.aspx

Opportunities for YOU to Get Involved

• Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO); President: Rebekah Guzzi

• School Improvement Council (SIC); Vice Chairperson: Jennifer Roof

• BHE Educational Foundation; President: Lexanne Graves

• Business Partnerships

• Volunteers

The mission of the BHE PTO:

To bring a closer relationship between families and the school so that parents, teachers, and administrators can work together in training our children at the highest level possible.

What does the PTO do?

Volunteer

Sponsor Family Events

Provide Community Support

Organize Fundraising

Organize Fundraising Fall Fundraiser

Spirit Store

Corporate Relations Box Tops, Tyson A+ Labels

Spirit Nights

TerraCycle Recycle Program

My Coke Rewards

Publix Partners

Shoparoo

Benefits of our efforts: Supplemental materials for teachers Technology to enhance the educational

experience Events for students/families Student recognition Teacher appreciation Other projects as needed by the PTO and

administration

Dates to Remember: August 11, 2016: PTO Meeting* – 6pm in the

Media Center August 15, 2016: Back to School Bash September 1, 2016: Fall Fundraiser Kick-Off October 21, 2016: Family Movie Night January 27, 2017: Family Game Night February 24, 2017: Mother-Son Bowling Night March 24, 2017: Father Daughter Dance May 12, 2017: Spring Carnival

*PTO Meetings are held monthly on the second Thursday in the Media Center at 6p.m.

Reasons to Join the PTO: 1. It’s good for your child! 2. It’s important to the school! 3. Stay connected! 4. Make a difference! 5. It’s free, flexible, fun, and everybody is

welcome!

Find us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/BethelHanberryPTO

Bethel-Hanberry School Improvement Council (SIC)

What is a School Improvement Council?

A School Improvement Council (SIC) is an advisory committee to a school’s principal and has the following responsibilities:

To assist in the preparation of the five-year plan and annual updates

To assist with the development and monitoring of the school improvement and innovation

To develop an annual school report to the parents and constituents of the school annually which provides information on the school’s progress on meeting the school and district goals and objectives

What is a School Improvement Council?

• To provide advice on the use of school incentives awards

• To provide assistance as the principal may request, as well as carry out any other duties prescribed by the local school board

• Consists of parents, teachers, community members, one assistant principal, and the principal

SIC Member Expectations • Attend monthly SIC meetings (held the

second Thursday of each month at 5 p.m. in the Media Center) beginning in Oct.

• Act as a link between the council and faculty/staff, parents and community

• Contribute to the group and help members function as a team

• Assume various roles on the council to assure that proposed objectives are achieved

How to Join SIC Don’t wait…sign up TODAY! Sign-up sheets are available

at the end of orientation.

richland2.org

501(c)(3)Organization

Our Purpose Further promote the school’s educational program.

Enhance academic experience for all students.

What We Do We review program ideas and award gifts, grants, and

incentives based on funds raised.

Recipients can be individual teachers, teams, or the entire school.

How We Build Success Raise funds from individuals, organizations,

businesses, corporations, and events. (All donations are tax deductible. We are a 501C3 organization)

Strong cooperative leadership with PTO and SIC.

Developing total school and community involvement.

Some of Our Events

Join Us!

Last year we awarded over $1,300 in grants to

support BHE educators.

Sign up today!

Email:

bheeducationalfoundation@gmail.com

for more information!

Volunteers During the school day, volunteer hours are between

9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Please see your child’s teacher for specific times that he/she may wish to have you volunteer.

There will be many opportunities throughout the year for YOU to volunteer at school events. Our Volunteer Coordinator, who is also part of our PTO, is Sheila Fluker.

If you know someone from the community who wants to be a community volunteer, please have them contact the school.

Open Door Policy Front entrance

Sign-in using Lobby Guard

Disrupting instructional time is not permitted.

Don’t bring “Future Bears” with you.

Teachers cannot conference during instructional time.

Phone: (803) 691-6880 Fax: (803) 691-6883

Save the Dates August 15 – BACK-TO- SCHOOL BASH (Meet & Greet)

5:00 – 6:30 (class placements will be available after August 10 on Parent Portal OR you can get them at the Back-to-School Bash)

August 17 – First day of school

August 30– BHE Parent Night (Open House)

5:30 – 7:00 (Two Sessions: 5:30 & 6:15)

September 22 – 11:30 Dismissal & Parent Conferences

Thank You for Coming We are looking forward to a

wonderful year as we “nurture learners to lead and succeed”!