Barbara Benson Elementary School Quick Links April 24, 2015 Benson Website Book Fair Thanks Haiku Mrs. Nienow would like to thank those of you who came and purchased items from the book fair. This year's fair was a success! Thank you to all of the parents and students who helped out as well. Thank you to Jeannie van der Linden, Monica Acosta, Georgina Meyers, Veronica Jacklin, Severine Hebras, Celest Werner, Melissa Worland and Nancy Keyler. Special thanks goes to Mrs. Werner for organizing volunteers, Mr. Nienow and Severine Hebras for taking the fair down, and to Mrs. Nienow's mom for making a special appearance. My TUSD Accelerated Reader Benson Message Instagram Facebook REPORT AN ABSENCE Reminder Dates April 17-27 29 Cookie Dough Sales 5th Grade Pictures MAY 1 5 4-8 4-8 11-15 25 27 28 Recycling Day Teacher Appreciation Luncheon Teacher Appreciation Week CAASPP Testing No School Family Fun(d) Night Open Cookie Dough Fundraiser There are delicious cookies, cheesecakes, popcorn and pretzels for purchase during our cookie dough sale. All proceeds benefit Benson Elementary to help support programs such as Class Act and Art Masters. There are many different prize levels and the grand prize is a limo lunch to In-n-Out with the Principal. Remember to only sell to friends and family. Good luck Benson Bears! The sale will last until Monday, April 27th. 5th Grade Promotion Pictures Students in 5th grade will receive a promotion picture dressed in a cap & gown. This takes place onWednesday, April 29th, 8:30am. Attendance is very important. Unfortunately, there will be NO make-ups. Look for order information to come home today. Recycling Day is Coming Up! 28 House PTO Public Meeting Don't forget, there is a recycling day coming up onFriday, May 1st. YMCA Summer Camp BENSON YMCA SUMMER CAMP Join us for Summer Day Camp at the Y, right on campus at Benson Elementary School. Your child will discover new interests, gain independence, and make lasting friendships - all while having a great time in a safe & structured environment! Our program is licensed and open every day from 7:00am to 6:00 pm, providing convenient, safe and affordable summer fun! Enroll by April 30th and receive $100 off monthly tuition Program Highlights Include: * Weekly Field Trips - Scooters Jungle, Knotts Berry Farm, Aquarium Of the Pacific * Y Specialty Clubs - Cooking Club, Fitness Club, Fuze Bead Club, Art Club * Sports & Outdoor Activities * Character Development & Service Learning * Licensed, Full Day Program * Qualified & Caring Staff * Monthly/Weekly Rates & Part Time Plans Come for the whole summer and take advantage of our low monthly rate ... or join us for a few weeks and take advantage of our weekly and part-time plans. Financial Assistance is available to those that quality. New Benson Bear Cubs If you know neighbors or friends who live within the Benson school boundaries, please tell them to stop by the office to register their new cub! Early Cub vs. Late Cub requests are recommended based upon date/time of completed registration. CAASPP Testing- IMPORTANT Students in grades 3-5 will be taking the online CAASPP state test on the following dates. It is important they get to school on time and are well rested the nights prior to testing. May 4-8 May 11-15 **5th Grade will also be taking science on May 18 & 19. It is important to plan personal events around these dates. We appreciate your support. How to work with your child at home? Benson is unveiling a new work space on our website!! For information about working with your student at home, please check out our website under "parent resources" and "work at home." Or, click on the link below. ENGAGE NY HERE UCI Summer Programs To sign up in ENGLISH, please CLICK HERE To sign up in SPANISH, please CLICK HERE TPSF Summer Academy Tustin Summer Academy Adopt a Teacher- Teacher of the Year Dinner Follow us on Social Media! Follow us on Instagram CLICK HERE, Twitter CLICK HERE, and Facebook. Look for BENSON BEARS!! Barbara Benson Elementary 12712 Elizabeth Way Tustin, CA 92780