🎨✨ Step into our gallery! The halls of HBE are transforming into a museum-style exhibition showcasing the incredible creativity and talent of our young artists. Join us for an afternoon of art, culture, and community. RSVP invites have been sent home in Wednesday folders.

Don't miss this celebration of student brilliance. 🖼️ Thursday, April 30th, from 4 to 6 p.m.
2 days ago, HBE Staff
Flier for Bonner's upcoming art show on April 30th. Text in the flier states- Step into our gallery, the halls of HBE, and celebrate the creativity and talent of our students as you walk through a museum-style exhibition showcasing the amazing artwork created by our young artists.   Join us for an afternoon of art, culture, and community. Light refreshments will be available.
Folleto informativo sobre la próxima exposición de arte de Bonner, que tendrá lugar el 30 de abril. El texto del folleto dice: «Adéntrese en nuestra galería —los pasillos de HBE— y celebre la creatividad y el talento de nuestros estudiantes mientras recorre una exposición de estilo museístico que exhibe las asombrosas obras de arte creadas por nuestros jóvenes artistas. Acompáñenos en una tarde de arte, cultura y comunidad. Se ofrecerán refrigerios ligeros».
Join Us for a Kindergarten Information Session!

🌟 Will your child be one of HBE's kindergartners in August? 🌟

We invite you to our school on Friday, April 24th, for an exciting Kindergarten Information Session (with three session times to choose from)! This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about Bonner Elementary, take a tour, and gather fantastic resources to help your little one get ready for their first day of school.

What to Expect:

Welcome & Introductions--- Meet some of the Bonner team and learn what to expect in our classrooms.
School & Classroom Tours--- Explore our campus and discover key locations like classrooms, the library, cafeteria, and playground.
Questions & Answers-- Connect with staff to ask questions about kindergarten readiness and our programs.
Registration-- Complete enrollment on-site with computers available for your convenience.
Essential Resources: Take-home materials to support your child’s summer preparation.

👉 Please RSVP using the links below to let us know you'll be joining us for this informative event and tour. Choose the time that works best for your schedule. We look forward to welcoming you and your family!

RSVP (English): https://forms.gle/RfJm8YWjV3FVF2Mq8
RSVP (Spanish): https://forms.gle/WEQqYZaG6Fh6cdLB7
2 days ago, HBE Staff
Green flier with H.E. Bonner Kindergarten Kickoff as a header and shares the information for the sessions and day of event. Session times that are avialable are 7:45, 11:00, 3:00. Google form to RSVP is linked to the post.
Folleto verde con el encabezado «H.E. Bonner Kindergarten Kickoff», que comparte la información sobre las sesiones y el día del evento. Los horarios de las sesiones disponibles son 7:45, 11:00 y 3:00. En la publicación se incluye un enlace a un formulario de Google para confirmar la asistencia.
🎉 What an amazing weekend! 🎉

Our Red and Gold Dance Company is thrilled to be participating in the BCSD District Dance Showcase this weekend! 💃🕺

Our students have been working incredibly hard, and we couldn't be more proud of their dedication, passion, and talent. They've performed wonderfully and truly made us proud every step of the way!

A huge thank you to our dancers for bringing their A-game and to our families for all your support! 🙌✨
4 days ago, Christina Mixon
Photo is taken from backstage, two students are visible in the wings with shadows casted on them, multiple other girls are seen on stage .
Photo features all girls wearing blue sparkly costumes smiling in a busy art room
Multiple dancers wearing red shirts dancing on stage with one teacher in the front
🎉Career & Vehicle Day Coming in May 🎉

Got a cool job? Got an awesome vehicle? We want to feature YOU!

Join our Career & Vehicle Day on May 22nd and share what makes your work and wheels special with our students. This is a fun, interactive day where families showcase their careers and vehicles to inspire the next generation.

Interested? Fill out this quick form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVWEakBhfXgUavC2-2qOwwELsu8A2qwL3YBTKVBl9aqgDhew/viewform?usp=dialog

Can't wait to see you there! 🚗✨

#CareerDay #VehicleShowcase #FamilyEngagement
10 days ago, HBE Staff
Bonner Career & Vehicle Day promotional poster for March 22nd. Dark blue background with red and white starbursts and red berry branch decorations on sides. Text reads 'BONNER CAREER & VEHICLE DAY' in red neon-style font and 'MARCH 22ND' in golden yellow. At the bottom, five cartoon-style professionals stand on a light blue platform: a firefighter, doctor, construction worker, police officer, and chef. Includes Google Form link for families with interesting careers or cool vehicles to sign up.
Cartel promocional de la Jornada de Empleo y Vehículos de Bonner para el 22 de marzo. Fondo azul oscuro con destellos rojos, blancos y azules, y decoraciones de ramas con bayas rojas a los lados. El texto dice 'JORNADA DE EMPLEO Y VEHÍCULOS DE BONNER' en fuente rosa/rojo neón y '22 DE MARZO' en dorado. En la parte inferior, cinco profesionales diversos están de pie en una plataforma clara: bombero, doctor, trabajador de construcción, oficial de policía y chef. Incluye enlace de formulario de Google para que las familias con carreras interesantes o vehículos geniales se registren.
🎵 Congratulations! 🎵

We are so proud of our students for representing Bonner at the BCSD All County Chorus this weekend! Your hard work, dedication, and talent truly shone on stage. Thank you for making us proud!
12 days ago, Christina Mixon
Four students in the lobby of GCHE, wearing red bonner shorts with name tages. All four students have arms around each other and are smiling!
Huge congratulations to Ms. Leach's class! 100% met their fact fluency goals!

Their hard work, dedication, and practice paid off. As a reward, their class earned a slime party! 🎊✨
19 days ago, Christina Mixon
One student smiling with their mint green slime
One student smiling with her blue slime
One student stretching their orange slime
One student showing her sparkly green slime to the camera
Two students holding slime sitting at their desk
Wow, what a week! 🎭✨ Our 5th graders delivered an AMAZING performance of High School Musical Jr.! This incredible show is the culmination of 6 years of dedication to the arts.

From rehearsals to opening night, these students poured their hearts into every song, dance, and scene. We're so proud of their hard work, creativity, and teamwork!

📸 Check out the link to view headshots and action shots from both Tuesday and Thursday's performances!

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MA14RUtf_mb8RZiZFeZrfoFKY53isiIu?usp=sharing

#HighSchoolMusicalJr #ElementaryArts #ProudOfOurStudents #ArtEducation #5thGrade
22 days ago, Christina Mixon
We are SO incredibly proud of our 5th graders this week! 🌟 Our first cast delivered an amazing performance on Tuesday, and we're ready for our second cast TONIGHT at 6:00 pm!

Check out these sneak peeks from the performance! All photos will be shared via Facebook and Rooms soon! 📸

Can't wait to celebrate both casts! ✨🎬

22 days ago, Christina Mixon
6 students on stage, two on top of a stage dressed as Sharpay in red sparkly outfit and one dressed as Ryan in black pants, gray sparkly sheet and white sparkly jacket. 4 students sitting on bench wearing different costumes with a red wildcat set piece in the back.
Two students dressed as Troy and Gabriella from High School Musical standing on stage singing.
Two students standing centered staged dressed like Coach Bolton and Troy Bolton from high School Musical (basketball jerseys). Facing each other talking.
Picture features many fifth grade students dancing on the stage in various costumes from High School Musical with Wildcat Set piece in the background.
One student standing center staged wearing red and white basketball clothes with wildcat set piece in the background.
One student dressed as a cheerleader wearing white and red with brick wall in the background.
One student dressed as a basketball player dribbling the ball with a brick wall behind.
🎨 ABC School Certification Celebration! 🎉

We are thrilled to share our celebration with you and ABC Institute on our successful renewal of our ABC School Certification! 🌟

ABC School Certification is achieved through a rigorous application and peer review process. We have been an ABC Certified School since 2009, and this recertification continues our designation through the 2028-2029 school year. ✨

As an ABC Certified School, we are part of a unique professional learning community that values the role of the arts in student development. 🎭🎵🖼️ The arts are a core component of our curriculum, and certification affirms our commitment to arts-rich learning as an integral part of our school's vision. 🎪💫

#ABCCertifiedSchools 🏆
#ArtsEducation 🎨
#ArtsEducationMatters ❤️
#SCTeachers 👩‍🏫👨‍🏫
24 days ago, Christina Mixon
Flyer with blue red and green colors, text reads "Let's celebrate. We are an ABC certified school! Being certified as an ABC school means our school is making strategic choices and commitments to arts education across our curriculum and to serve as a model for others across the state & across the nation!"
🦊 Field Day is Coming! 🦊
Mark your calendars, Little Fox families!

Field Day is happening:

Wednesday, April 1st- Headstart, CERDEP, Mrs. Manigault, and Mrs. Crawford's Classes
Thursday, April 2nd – K5 - 5th Grade (see flier below for times)

Get ready for a day filled with fun competitions, team spirit, and lots of Fox pride! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Coming soon: Pre-registration paperwork for visitor check-in will be in Wednesday folders next week. Keep an eye out for this information so we can fast-track your arrival on game day!

Who's ready to cheer on our little foxes? 🎉
about 1 month ago, HBE Staff
Bonner Elementary Field Day flyer. Wednesday, April 1st: Headstart, CERDEP, Mrs. Manigault, and Mrs. Crawford's classes from 8:00 to 9:15 a.m. Thursday, April 2nd: Kindergarten and 1st Grade from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m., 2nd and 3rd Grade from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m., 4th and 5th Grade from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. Suggested items: water bottle, comfortable clothing, tennis shoes, sunscreen, and hat. The flyer features a green sports field background, the H.E. Bonner Elementary Little Foxes logo with a fox illustration in the top left corner, white line drawings of play diagrams, and decorative triangles in yellow, pink, and blue.
Cartel del Día de Campo de la Escuela Primaria Bonner. Miércoles 1 de abril: Clases de Headstart, CERDEP, Sra. Manigault y Sra. Crawford de 8:00 a 9:15 a.m. Jueves 2 de abril: Clases de Kindergarten y 1er Grado de 8:00 a 9:30 a.m., Clases de 2do y 3er Grado de 10:00 a 11:30 a.m., Clases de 4to y 5to Grado de 12:00 a 1:30 p.m. Artículos sugeridos: botella de agua, ropa cómoda, zapatillas de tenis, protector solar y sombrero. El cartel tiene un fondo verde texturizado como campo deportivo, el logo de Little Foxes con una ilustración de zorro en la esquina superior izquierda, diagramas de juego en líneas blancas, y triángulos decorativos en amarillo, magenta y azul.
🎭✨ 5th Grade Musical is HERE! ✨🎭

HBE 5th Grade Presents High School Musical Jr!

Get ready to be AMAZED! 🌟

📅 TWO CHANCES TO CATCH THE MAGIC: 🎬 Tuesday, March 10th at 6:00 PM 🎬 Thursday, March 12th at 6:00 PM

This is a SPECIAL one, folks! 💙 Come celebrate our fantastic 5th graders as they take the stage for their final performance at Little Foxes!

Mark your calendars & bring your friends! 👇

#HighSchoolMusicalJr #5thGradeMusic #ProudParents #HBE #CommunityLove #SupportOurStudents
about 1 month ago, Christina Mixon
Flyer for upcoming production. Red background that looks like a curtain. Text reads: HBE 5th Grade Presents..... Disney High School Musical JR March 10th at 6:00 pm March 12th at 6:00 pm
H.E. Bonner Elementary is thrilled to announce the arrival and unveiling of our brand-new custom wrapped Book Vending Machine! 📖

This exciting addition wouldn't have been possible without the incredible support of our community at the book fair. Your generosity has given our students something truly special—a chance to earn free books!

In March, students can earn a free vending machine book by completing the March Beanstack reading challenge.
about 1 month ago, HBE Staff
Two educators stand beside a red and black book vending machine at Bonner Elementary, filled with children's books including titles like "Hilda," "The Wild Robot," and "Woodland Whispers." The hallway features inspirational quotes and a "Fox Books" collection box. Paw print decals and genre charts celebrate reading and storytelling.
🎶🎵 March: Music in Our Schools Month! 🎵🎶

All month long, we’re celebrating the power of music in our classrooms! From learning new instruments 🎺 to rhythm games and hands-on activities 🥁, our students are building confidence, creativity, and teamwork every single day.

Music isn’t just something we hear — it’s something we experience, create, and share. 💙 It brings joy, builds community, and helps our students shine in their own unique ways.

#MusicInOurSchoolsMonth #MusicMatters #ArtsEducation #ProudToBeHBE
about 1 month ago, Christina Mixon
March Music in our Schools Month Flyer: Features images of music notes and treble clef as well as images of our students doing different activities in music.
🎨 Congratulations to our amazing artists! 🎨

We're thrilled to celebrate two outstanding students for their excellence in visual art!

✨ Arianna's artwork has been selected to be featured in the BCSD Boardroom Art Show

✨ Aubria's artwork has been selected for the Courthouse Art Show

Your talent, creativity, and hard work shine through in every piece. We're so proud of you both! 🌟

#VisualArts #StudentArtists #ArtShowcase #ProudSchool

about 1 month ago, Christina Mixon
Student standing in front of brick wall holding surrealism self portrait
Student standing in front of brick wall holding oil pastel horizon photo
🎉Multiplication Challenge Champions! 🎉
What an amazing week of competition! Our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders brought their A-game to the Multiplication Challenge, and we couldn't be more proud!

Congratulations to all the homeroom champions who mastered their facts and earned the right to compete in the championship round. You represented your classes with speed, accuracy, and confidence!

🏆 Championship Round Results
3rd Grade
🥇 1st Place: Braylon
🥈 2nd Place: Antonio
🥉 3rd Place: Kori

4th Grade
🥇 1st Place: Michael
🥈 2nd Place: Kavin
🥉 3rd Place: Parker

5th Grade
🥇 1st Place: Trevor
🥈 2nd Place: Wyatt
🥉 3rd Place: Lorenzo

Thank you to all our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders for showing dedication, determination, and mathematical excellence! Whether you competed on 2s, 5s, or 10s facts—you all won by challenging yourselves and growing as mathematicians!

Keep multiplying those skills! ✖️✨
Next month's challenge is on our 4 and 8 facts!
about 1 month ago, HBE Staff
A teacher and student smile while holding a Math Master Champion certificate. The student wears a black puffer jacket and has dark dreadlocks. Behind them is a classroom whiteboard with an 'I can' learning chart and a red and white checkerboard floor
Approximately 14 fourth-grade students pose together in a classroom. Several make peace signs with their fingers. Two students in the center hold Math Master and Math Master Champion certificates.
Approximately 15 fifth-grade students and two adult women pose together in a classroom decorated with colorful string lights and pencil cutouts. One student kneels in front holding Math Master Champion and Math Master certificates.
Eight elementary students sit around a large table with laptops in a classroom learning center. They smile at the camera. A decorative macrame rainbow hangs on the back wall, and a red curtain covers a window behind them.
Nine elementary students work on laptops around a table while playing a Kahoot math game. A large screen displays the game showing a multiplication problem (5 x 5) with answer options. Educational posters line the classroom walls.
Nine elementary students and their teacher smile while holding Math Master and Math Master Champion certificates in a classroom. Educational posters about reading and writing centers are visible on the wall behind them, along with a festive wreath on the door.
Seven elementary students hold Math Master and Math Master Champion certificates while posing in a classroom. Behind them are educational posters about story genres (Myth, Fairy Tale, Fable, Legend, Folk Tale, Tall Tale) and a Fox Books shelf
Seven fifth-grade students smile while holding Math Master and Math Master Champion certificates. Behind them are educational posters defining story genres (Myth, Folktale, Fairy Tale, Tall Tale, Fable, Legend) on the classroom wall.
Read Across America — Dress-Up Week, March 2nd-6th!

Help us celebrate Read Across America next week! Each morning our librarian, Mrs. Mills, will read a book on the morning news that matches the day’s dress-up theme. Encourage students to join the fun and show their love of reading!

Monday — Wear animal print
Tuesday —Cozy PJs
Wednesday — Wear Many Colors: Bright, rainbow, or mismatched colors.
Thursday — Shirt with Words: Wear a shirt that has words, a slogan, or a title.
Friday — Hat Day: Show off a fun or silly hat.
about 1 month ago, HBE Staff
Decorative school poster titled "Read Across America — March 2–March 6" listing daily dress-up themes paired with the librarian’s morning-news read-alouds:  Monday, March 2: "Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?" — Wear animal print. Tuesday, March 3: "The Napping House" — Wear pajamas. Wednesday, March 4: "Planting a Rainbow" — Wear many colors. Thursday, March 5: "The Word Collector" — Wear a shirt with words. Friday, March 6: "The Cat in the Hat" — Wear a hat.
🎺✨ HBE welcomed the incredible Kanola Brass Band to our school on Friday! ✨🎺

Our students experienced New Orleans–inspired soul, powerful brass, and grooves ranging from jazz to funk — all delivered with high-energy, authentic, unforgettable vibes! The excitement in the room was electric, and our students were completely engaged from the first note to the last.

This amazing performance was made possible because of the funds YOU ALL raised during Boosterthon!!! 💙 Thank you to our families and community for supporting opportunities that bring the arts to life for our students.
about 1 month ago, Christina Mixon
Picture features 7 band members on the stage, wearing gold, purple and green playing snare drum, tuba, trombone, saxophone, tambourine, washboard, and piano.
This picture shows multiple (100s) of students sitting on the floor in their MPR facing the stage where a band of 7 people are playing,
This photo features all7 band members holding their instruments (tuba, trumpet, saxophone, trombone, snare drum, piano and vocalist)
Join Us — Shape Our Title I Plan!

Help make next school year even better: next Monday we’ll hold a Title I planning meeting to evaluate our current plan. We’ll talk about which activities to keep, and invite ideas for new ones based on recent school data.

Please spend 10–15 minutes this week completing our Title I survey liked in our weekly newsletter— your feedback will be shared at the meeting and used to guide decisions. All families are welcome to attend in person at 2:20 PM, or join virtually at 5:30 PM. Want the virtual link? Message Ms. Silver.

Your voice matters — come share it and help shape our school’s future! 🗣️✨
about 1 month ago, HBE Staff
This flier shares the details of the post, words are just written in a fun font to say the Title 1 planning meeting is on Monday, February 23rd. Join in person at 2:20 or virtually at 5:30
Este folleto comparte los detalles de la publicación; las palabras están escritas con una fuente divertida para indicar que la reunión de planificación del Título 1 es el lunes 23 de febrero. Únase en persona a las 2:20 o virtualmente a las 5:30.
We’re counting down the days! 🎭📣

Our 5th graders are gearing up to perform High School Musical Jr.! After fantastic shows from our 3rd graders in November and our 1st graders in December, it’s finally the 5th grade’s time to shine.

Our goal is to give every student a chance to perform on stage through grade-level performances — and we couldn’t be prouder.

Save the dates: March 10 and March 12 at 6:00 PM in our MPR.

Check out some rehearsal photos below — see you at the show! 🕺🎶✨
about 2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Students leaning and lounging to stage left in clumps of 5-6
Group of students at a low level, one student standing in the middle, computer is visible in front of stage
Group of students at different levels on stage, piano visible in the front
Students on stage rehearsing for musical, blocking is in clumps on each side of the stage and center
🎓 Professional Growth Through the Arts at H.E. Bonner

Another goal for our school is to provide meaningful professional development in and through the arts for our teachers. Each year our staff attends a variety of workshops and conferences to deepen their skills in arts instruction and arts-integrated teaching.

This investment helps teachers bring richer, more creative learning experiences to every student. Thank you for supporting teacher growth and arts education! 🎨✨
#HEBonnerArts #ArtsPD #ArtsIntegratedLearning
about 2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Sign that says CREATE in front of a window looking out to Washington DC
Two teachers sitting at a table with a straw tower in front
4 teachers sitting a table with markers and pens