Hello everyone! Our spring music programs will be happening soon! We will be performing on May 24th: TK-3rd grade's program will be at 1:00pm, and 4th-8th grade will be at 1:45pm. We are looking forward to it, and hope to see you there!
An important part of the Close Up trip is making sure our students know that their elected representatives, and their offices, are accessible to citizens! We had the honor of meeting with both Montana Senators, Jon Tester and Steve Daines.
Lumberjack families, do you or anyone you know have a child that is going to turn 4 by September 10, 2023? If so, they might be ready for Bonner's Little Jack transitional kindergarten program. See the attached flyer and give Mrs. Lehnen at the front office a call at 406-258-6151 for more information or to set up your appointment for May 15.
Ms.Vandermeulen's class was super excited to hang out with these cute baby chicks.
It’s hard to believe that it’s already time for the end-of-year Diagnostic! This is an important benchmark for understanding your student’s progress and growth over the course of the year, which is why it’s so important that they try their best. As with our previous Diagnostic administrations, there are some critical steps we need to take to make sure students are fully prepared and ready to try their best.
Here are a few things you can do to help support your student:
· As always, make sure they get a good night’s rest before taking the Diagnostic!
· Talk to your student about why the last Diagnostic is important. You can say things like:
o The last Diagnostic helps you find out how much progress you’ve made over the course of this school year.
o It allows your teacher and I to celebrate your accomplishments!
o Try your best, and do not rush—but don’t spend too much time on a question either.
· Let them know you’re excited to celebrate their progress.
This years Close Up trip was a blast! Beautiful weather, engaging topics, new people, and awe-inspiring landmarks helped make this trip unforgettable. And despite one travel hiccup in Denver, our 15 students repeatedly represented our community well and met every challenge. For those of you who don't know, Close Up is a non-profit, non-partisan organization that teaches students how to enter a dialogue with others and take on new information in order to empower them as citizens. Pictured here are some students with Mr. Huisken in front of Independence Hall in Philadelphia.
Today we had a visit from the Butterfly House and Insectarium. We got to learn about different bugs and hold them. It was so much fun!
Bonner families: this Friday is our last PTA sponsored movie night. Please join us Friday, April 28, for the movie, The Bad Guys. The doors open at 5:30 and the movie starts at 6:00. The movie is free but PTA will be selling popcorn, candy, and water for $1.00. All TK-5th grade students are welcome. Students
must be accompanied by an adult.
Bonner Families: Our wonderful art teacher, Ms. Bridges has set up some of our Lumberjacks artwork in Southgate Mall. If you are in the mall be sure to stop by and check it out!! The Bonner art display is located by Now Care.
Road trip to Philly!! 🚌 8th graders got to see the room where our Declaration was signed and our Constitution was formed (Independence Hall in background). We enjoyed cheese steaks and seeing the Liberty Bell, among so much else! 🔔 📜
Yesterday 8th graders went to Capitol Hill and the White House, ending their day with the war and Lincoln Memorials at night. 🏛️ 🤩
Yesterday Bonner 8th graders stood in awe and silence looking over the graves of those who served our country, including the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. We saw the changing of the guard and a wreath ceremony with dozens of veterans in attendance (in yellow). Students also went to the FDR, Jefferson, and MLK memorials. What a day! 🇺🇸
Bonner 8th graders are seeing our nation’s capital “Close Up.” Ms. Vandermeulen, Ms. Homer, and Mr. Huisken took 15 students to the National Mall yesterday, as well as the Holocaust Museum. Stay tuned for more pictures!
This cold weather isn't helping the bears to decide to come out of hibernation. So, I asked TK - 2 for some help to see which grade level could read the most bear books to read them out of hibernation. TK won the competition, reading over 220 books!
Congratulations to the 18 students in 7th and 8th grade who received Superior or Honorable Mention awards on their performances at the MCTM Math Contest that we attended in March! A Superior rating means the student scored in the top 15% of their grade level on that test. An Honorable Mention rating means the student scored in the top 16-35% of their grade level on that test. Great work Lumberjacks!
The YMCA joined Bonner students for a "recess run" to warm them up for the YMCA Annual Riverbank Run! The race takes place on April 29th. Students received a school registration form if they are interested in signing up! Please have packets back to school by April 3rd.
Bonner Families: spring pictures are Wednesday, April 5. Only students paying on or before picture day will receive a set of pictures. Order packets will be sent home on Monday with your student (s). If you need more information, please call Mrs. Lehnen at the front office at 406.258.6165
Kindergarten round up for the 2023-24 school year is April 4 from 8:15 to 3:30. Please call Bonner School at 406-258-6151 and talk to Mrs. Stacey to schedule your 15 minute appointment. Mrs. Stacey will also be able to answer questions about what paperwork you will need to complete.
PTA is excited to host TK-5 movie night this Friday, March 31. Doors open at 5:30 and the movie starts at 6:00. The movie is Puss in Boots, The Last Wish. PTA will be selling popcorn, candy, and water for a $1.00 each. The movie is free. Hope to see you there.
Last month 3rd grade went to the YMCA for swimming safety. The 3rd graders learned a lot and had so much fun.
