🎉 Congratulations to Our 3 Teachers of the Year Nominees! 🎉

We're thrilled to announce our three outstanding nominees for Teacher of the Year at HBE! Each of them brings dedication, creativity, and heart to our school community every single day. Congratulations to Mrs. Lambert, Mrs. White, and Mrs. Crawford 🎉.
about 2 months ago, HBE Staff
Group of about 15 people in a school hallway: one young adult woman with long reddish-brown hair standing toward the back-center, about 14 children (elementary–middle school) in front—many smiling and several giving thumbs-up. Teal wall background, red door at left, blue bulletin board with pink papers at right.
Three adults standing indoors; woman on left wears a green T-shirt reading 'WE LOVE ART', woman on right wears a black sweatshirt reading 'HBE',
Four people standing against a light blue-green brick wall: two boys at left (one in dark red Under Armour shirt, one in red long-sleeve), a smiling woman in a white T-shirt with a pink-checkered heart graphic, and a smiling boy at right wearing a gray hoodie with a name tag reading 'Kai Day'. Pink educational sheets on the wall show 'AR ER IR OR UR' and a list of words.
Thank you, families! 🎉

Thank you so much for joining us at Learning Through the Arts Night! We had a wonderful time celebrating the arts 🎨 and sharing strategies families can use at home to support learning in ELA 📚 and math ➗.

A special thank-you to the State Department of Education for the HE Bonner Distinguished Artist Program grant that helped fund many of our visiting artists 🎭. We also appreciate families who donated to our Boosterthon fundraiser — these funds make weeks like this possible for our students 💖.

We’re grateful for your support and look forward to more moments of creativity and learning together! ✨

If you attended our event, please complete the Title 1 Survey! Please take 1-2 minutes to complete our quick survey and share your feedback: https://forms.gle/gFasZNLvD9NJMZRo6
about 2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Families standing in the hallway creating masks.
3 children and 2 adults sitting at djembes, rainbow curtains in are in the background
Families in the multi purpose room interacting with puppets
Family of 3 sitting at a circle table smiling
Two adults playing drums, 4 adults standing at a table behind looking at a variety of instruments
Two young boys wearing masks working with the art teacher
Three kids playing with puppets in a basket
Multiple children and adults dancing in the dance room
Family of three smiling standing in the hallway
Two kids and one adult drawing comics at a long table

From puppets to drumming, dancing to drawing, our students loved every minute. Huge thanks to the artists who made this week so memorable! 🌟🎨

2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Students sitting at their desks looking at their artist in residence giving instructions on how to create a comic.
Students sitting on the floor looking up a the artist standing in front of the mirror.
Kindergarten students standing in the drama room with arms bent over head.
Students sitting on chairs with djembes in front of them playing drums!
5 students sitting at a table unwraping their indigo dyed cloth
5 students sitting at a table and one teacher unwrapping their cloth that was indigo dyed
Students are sitting on a rainbow carpet while artist in residence presents puppets to the students
Students are walking around the drama room with arms over head making the shape of an elephant.
Students standing in the dance room with arms extended over head
5 students sitting at a table unrolling their indigo dye cloth
More fun from today’s Artist-in-Residency week! 🎨🪘
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Students sitting in a circle in chairs playing a variety of drums.
Students sitting in a circle on chairs playing djembes
4 students standing around a sink rinsing their cloth for their indigo art.
Students lining the wall in chairs playing a variety of djembes
Students dancing in the dance room, drums in the background, students are moving arms froward and feet to the side
Student is holding a puppet while teacher instructs hi m how to move the arms
students in the drama room elbows bent over head
Students sitting on a carpet creating a new ending to the three little pigs, a story board is being held by the teacher
Students sitting in the music room on chairs with djembes! Instructor is showing a variety of instruments from Africa
Students sitting at desks while teacher instructs on how to create a cartoon
Here are a few more photos from our creativity-filled day! 🎨✨
Our students were busy learning, creating, and having fun—we love capturing these moments!
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Students sitting on a blue carpet clapping their hands with teacher in front of classroom
Students doing a scientific illustration of an indigo plant
Students sitting at a table doing a drawing of an indigo plant
5 students indigo dyeing their piece of fabric
Day 3 and our artist residencies are going strong! 🎨🎶

Check out some photos of our students creating, performing, and truly enjoying every moment. We love seeing their creativity shine and their confidence grow! 💫
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Elementary students and teachers sit in a large circle in a music classroom, each playing a hand drum. Guitars and ukuleles hang on the walls as students participate in a group drumming activity.
Students sit at desks in a classroom while a teaching artist stands at the front, presenting a lesson on a digital board. Students watch and listen as the instructor gestures and explains the activity.
Elementary students stand and move in a music or dance classroom while teaching artists play drums. Students follow along with movement as part of an interactive music and dance lesson.
Teacher leads prek students on a colorful rug; woman with grey hair raises her arms as children mimic her. Whiteboard reads “WELCOME!! Class of ’27!!”; stacked boxes and windows visible
K5 students standing with arms out to the side two residents from the Charleston Stage leading them in warm up
Students standing in classroom moving their arms above their head
Students sitting at drums (djembes)
Students sitting at their desk while artist in residence Dave McDonald gives instructions
Students walking around in a circle in our dance room, a mirror is behind the students and drums off to the side
Prekindergarten students holding lamb puppets in the front of the room
🎨✨ TWO DAYS TO GO! ✨🎨

Get ready for our Learning Through the Arts event this Thursday, January 29th! Your family will experience the AMAZING artistic learning happening at our school this week — see what your child has been creating and discovering!

🌟 BONUS: We're also hosting drop-in family sessions where you can grab practical tips and take-home resources to extend learning at home. Perfect for busy families — come when you can, stay as long as you'd like!

📚 All sessions offered 3 times: 🕕 4:20-4:40 PM 🕕 4:50 -5:10 PM 🕖 5:20 - 5:50 PM

Can't wait to see you there!

#LearningThroughTheArts #FamilyNight #HBEOneBandOneSound
2 months ago, HBE Staff
"Learning Through the Arts family night event invitation featuring ABC Certified School, South Carolina Department of Education, South Carolina Arts Commission, and H.B.E Moore Elementary Little Foxes logos. Invites families to an evening celebrating creativity and learning on Thursday, January 29, 2026 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Describes hands-on art stations, teacher-led sessions showcasing math and ELA learning, and opportunities to experience artistic learning firsthand. Includes note that Book Fair hours will be 3:30-6:00 p.m., opening 30 minutes before the event."
"Learning Through the Arts drop-in information sessions flyer featuring ABC Certified School, South Carolina Department of Education, and South Carolina Arts Commission logos. Lists four educational sessions offered three times each (4:20-4:40, 4:50-5:10, 5:20-5:40): Session 1 - Finding a Just Right Book for grades K-5, Session 2 - Using Comprehension Graphic Organizers for grades 3-5, Session 3 - Counting Money for grades K-3, and Session 4 - Math Toolkits for grades K-1. Each session includes brief descriptions of practical strategies and take-home resources for supporting children's learning at home."
"Aprendiendo a Través de las Artes (Learning Through the Arts) family night event invitation in Spanish featuring ABC Certified School, South Carolina Department of Education, South Carolina Arts Commission, and H.E. Bonner Elementary Little Foxes logos. Invites families to an evening celebrating creativity and learning on Thursday, January 29, 2026 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. (16:00-18:00 hours). Describes hands-on art stations, teacher-led sessions showcasing math and ELA learning, and opportunities to experience artistic learning firsthand. Includes note that Book Fair hours will be 3:30-6:00 p.m. (15:30-18:00 hours), opening 30 minutes before the event."
"Aprendiendo a través de las artes (Learning Through the Arts) drop-in information sessions flyer in Spanish featuring ABC Certified School, South Carolina Department of Education, and South Carolina Arts Commission logos. Lists four educational sessions in Spanish offered three times each (4:20-4:40, 4:50-5:10, 5:20-5:40): Session 1 - Finding the perfect book for grades K-5, Session 2 - Using graphic comprehension organizers for grades 3-5, Session 3 - Counting money for grades K-3, and Session 4 - Math toolkits for grades K-1. Each session includes brief Spanish descriptions of practical strategies and take-home resources for supporting children's learning at home."
🎉📚 Our students had so much fun celebrating the 100th day of school! From smiles to special activities, it was a day to remember. 💯✨
👉 Click the link to see all the photos!

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1YOx0gpTbzmSAT7NotF4X63TlUjTstf6o?usp=drive_link
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Image of three students holding multicolored cubes to create the number 100!
4 students sitting on the ground working with multicolored cubes
8 students standing in the hallway dressed as 100 year olds
All week long, we’ll be highlighting our artists-in-residence AND some of the other amazing things happening in our classrooms! 🎶🎨📚 There’s so much great learning going on—don’t miss it!

Check out these photos of Ms. Chinners’ class celebrating their growth in i-Ready! 🎉
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Students holding glow in the dark pictures they had created
Student sitting at a desk working on a glow in the dark picture
Student holding a glow in the dark poster she had made
Student playing tik tack toe with glow bands
4 students sitting at a desk working on glow in the dark artwork
Students standing around a table working with glow in the dark materials
Day 2 of Artist-in-Residence Week!

Our students are having an amazing time—learning, creating, and collaborating with a wonderful lineup of artists. From puppetry and musical theatre to indigo dyeing and comic-book making, creativity is buzzing everywhere. Big thanks to our artists and to the students for bringing so much curiosity and energy. Can’t wait to see what they make next! 🎭🎨📚🧵✨

We are so grateful to receive funding from the South Carolina Arts Commission, the South Carolina Department of Education, and from YOU—our families through Boosterthon—whose support makes these opportunities possible!
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
K5 students standing in the drama room, arms reached over head! Dancing with the artist in residence!
Students sitting in a circle, surrounded by drums!
4 students and one teacher working together on drawing their continent for their project.
Students sitting in a circle with artists around them holding drums and playing their instrument
Picture of a students drawing, cartoon characters from an EGG, Juice Box and a Sock
Artist in residence, Dave McDonald standing in front of an easel demonstrating how to draw cartoon characters
Students with arms over head working with 2nd grade artist in residence, Bhakti Larry Houghj
Students sitting on the floor making crocodile hands with the K5 resident- The Charleston Stage,

Book Fair is in full swing! 📚✨

Don't forget to join us this Thursday evening for our Learning Through the Arts Night!

Book Fair hours: 3:30–6:00 PM
Learning Through the Arts events begin at 4:00 PM

Bring the whole family for books, art, and fun — see you there! 🎨📖

2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Student looking at book cases for the book fair!
Student standing at a table looking at books in the book fair.
We’re so excited to welcome our artists to H.E. Bonner this week! 🎨✨

Students will be learning alongside our visiting artist — check back throughout the week for photos and updates as creativity unfolds in our classrooms. You won’t want to miss the amazing work and smiles! #HEBonner #ArtsInEducation #CreativeLearning
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Students in the drama room participating in a residency with the Charleston Stage! Students are dancing!
Students in the dance room participating in a residency with Libation Dance! Students are sitting on the floor and the teacher is by the mirror.
Two students holding puppets interacting with artist Becky Becker!
First grade students in their classroom with artist Bailey Mann! Students are sitting on carpet while artist is in front of smart board.
Third grade students in the art room working with artist Cat Brantley. Students are watching a demonstration on indigo dyieing.
That’s a wrap — we’ve officially introduced all the amazing artists who will be working with our students NEXT WEEK! 🎉🎨

Thank you to every artist, partner, and teacher who helped make this possible. Check back daily next week for photos, student highlights, and behind‑the‑scenes moments from Artist‑in‑Residence Week. You won’t want to miss it!

#HEBonner #ArtistInResidence #CreativeLearning
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Poster titled "HBE ARTIST IN RESIDENCY WEEK" listing grade-level artist assignments and funders. Entries read: Prekindergarten — Becky Becker; Kindergarten — Charleston Stage; 1st Grade — Bailey Mann; 2nd Grade — Bhakti Larry and Hough; 3rd Grade — Cat Brantley; 4th Grade — Libation West African Dance; 5th Grade — Dave McDonald. Footer lists partners and funders: ABC Certified School; South Carolina Department of Education; South Carolina Arts Commission; H.B. Bonner Elementary Little Foxes.
Introducing our final artist — Mr. Dave McDonald! 🖊️📚

Meet Dave McDonald — a published cartoonist who will be working with our 5th‑grade students to teach them how to create their own comics. Expect storytelling, character design, and plenty of creative fun!

This artist is funded by money raised with Boosterthon.

Please join us in welcoming Mr. McDonald! 👏🎉 #Cartooning #5thGradeArts #Boosterthon
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Flyer introducing HBE Artist in Residency Week. Flyer has pastel colors, a headshot of Dave Mcdonald and text reads: Meet HBE Artists! Dave McDonald Meet Dave McDonald — a published cartoonist. He’ll be working with our 5th-grade students to teach them how to create their own comics! Funded by Boosterthon
Next up — Libation West African Dance! 🌍

Meet Libation — a West African dance company based in Spartanburg, SC. They honor the traditions of West African music and movement while blending heritage with contemporary flair. Libation will work with our fourth‑grade students to share African dance, music, and history.

This artist engagement is funded by the Distinguished Program Grant through the South Carolina State Department of Education.

Join us in welcoming Angela Gibson, Michael Canty, Hamadi Brown, and Lynette Baltrip of Libation to our school! 👋 #LibationDance #4thGradeArts #DistinguishedProgramGrant
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Poster titled "MEET HBE'S ARTISTS!" Focal heading reads "LIBATION WEST AFRICAN DANCE — 4th GRADE." Body text: "Meet Libation — a West African dance company based in Spartanburg, SC. They honor the traditions of West African music and movement while blending heritage with contemporary flair. Libation will work with our fourth‑grade students to share African dance, music, and history." Footer notes the program is funded by the South Carolina Department of Education.
We enter our second week of meeting artists — today’s artist is Cat Brantley! 🌿🔵

Meet Ms. Cat Brantley — an indigo dye artist and educator. She’ll be working with our 3rd‑grade students to learn the history and botany of indigo, explore global dyeing traditions, and create individual 10×10 indigo resist fabric pieces using several binding techniques. The class and grade will also collaborate on a large indigo‑dyed world map.

This artist is funded by the Distinguished Program Grant through the South Carolina State Department of Education.

Join us in welcoming Ms. Cat Brantley! 👋🎨 #IndigoArt #3rdGradeArts #DistinguishedProgramGrant
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Flyer introducing HBE Artist in Residency Week. Flyer has pastel colors, a headshot of Cat Brantley and text reads: Meet HBE Artists! Cat Brantley Third Grade Meet Ms. Cat Brantley — an indigo dye artist and educator. She’ll be working with 3rd-grade students to learn the history and botany of indigo, explore global dyeing traditions, and make individual 10×10 indigo resist fabric pieces using several binding techniques. The class and grade will also collaborate on a large indigo-dyed world map. Funded by South Carolina Department of Education
Our last artist for the week — Bhakti Larry Hough! 🥁🌍

Meet Bhakti Larry Hough, a multidisciplinary performing and teaching artist and modern‑day griot. As president and artist‑in‑residence at NewWorld Arts in Hartsville, SC, he’ll be working with our second graders to bring the rhythms of African drumming to life!

This artist is funded by the Distinguished Program Grant through the State Department of Education.

Please join us in welcoming Bhakti! 👏🎶 #NewWorldArts #AfricanDrumming #SecondGradeArts
3 months ago, Christina Mixon
Flyer introducing HBE Artist in Residency Week. Flyer has pastel colors, a headshot of Bhakti Larry Hough and text reads: Meet HBE Artists! Bhakti Larry Hough Second grade Meet Bhakti Larry Hough — a multidisciplinary performing and teaching artist and modern‑day griot. As president and artist‑in‑residence at NewWorld Arts in Hartsville, SC, he’ll be working with our second graders to bring the rhythms of African drumming to life! Funded by South Carolina Department of Education.
Up next — Bailey Mann with Lowcountry South Carolina Wolf Trap! 🎭🌟

Meet Bailey Mann, Manager of Learning and Engagement for Spoleto Festival USA. In this role Bailey oversees community-based programs and the Spoleto‑sponsored affiliate, Lowcountry South Carolina Wolf Trap. She’s a certified Wolf Trap teaching artist who rediscovered a passion for children’s theatre through her training.

Bailey will be working with our first-grade students to integrate theatre into the classroom — expect interactive, imaginative learning!

This artist is funded by money raised with Boosterthon.

Please join us in welcoming Bailey! 👏🎉 #WolfTrap #SpoletoFestivalUSA #FirstGradeArts
3 months ago, Christina Mixon
Flyer introducing HBE Artist in Residency Week. Flyer has pastel colors, a headshot of Bailey Mann and text reads: Meet HBE Artists! Bailey Mann First Grade. Meet Bailey Mann, Manager of Learning and Engagement for Spoleto festival USA. s part of this position, Bailey oversees all community-based programs and the Spoleto-sponsored affiliate, Lowcountry South Carolina Wolf Trap. She is a certified Wolf Trap teaching artist and has rediscovered a passion for children's theatre throughout the training process. She will be working with our first grade students integrating theatre into the classroom! Funded by boosterthon funds.
Meet our next artist — The Charleston Stage! 🎭🎶

Please welcome Serenity Jones and Will Rutkowski from The Charleston Stage. They’ll be leading our kindergarten students in singing, dancing, and acting — a fun, energetic program designed to spark confidence and creativity!

This artist is funded by the Distinguished Program Grant from the State Department of Education.

Join us in giving Serenity and Will a warm welcome! 👏🎉 #CharlestonStage #KindergartenArts #CreativeKids
3 months ago, Christina Mixon
Flyer introducing HBE Artist in Residency Week. Flyer has pastel colors, a headshot of two people and text reads: Meet HBE Artists! Charleston Stage Kindergarten. Meet Serenity Jones and Will Rutkowski from The Charleston Stage! They will be leading our kindergarten students in singing, dancing, and acting! Funded by the state department of education.
Meet our first artist — Ms. Becky Becker! 🎭✨

We're thrilled to welcome Becky Becker, founder of Becky’s Box of Puppets, to our community. Becky brings a joyful passion for crafting puppets that truly come to life and create magical memories for children. She can't wait to share puppetry with all our prekindergarten students — expect storytelling, imagination, and lots of laughter!

Join us in giving Ms. Becky a warm welcome! 👋🧡 #BeckysBoxOfPuppets #PuppetryMagic #PreKArts

This artist is funded by money raised during our Boosterthon fundraiser.
3 months ago, Christina Mixon
Flyer introducing HBE Artist in Residency Week. Flyer has pastel colors, a headshot of Becky Becker and text reads: Meet HBE Artists! Becky Becker working with all prekindergarten students. Meet Meet Becky Becker, the founder of Becky’s Box of Puppets. Her passion is making puppets that come to life to create magical memories for children. She is excited to work with all of the prekindergarten students in puppetry! Funded by boosterthon funds.