| Batesburg-Leesville Primary and the B-L and Twin City Rotary Clubs will present "Got Book?" on Tuesday, January 31 at 6 p.m. in the BLPS cafeteria. An art show will also be held from 5-7 p.m. and a spaghetti supper sponsored by the school's PTO will be held in the cafeteria beginning at 6:30 p.m. |
| Common Planning/Early Release Day will be held on Wednesday, February 1. There will be no Afterschool Program at Batesburg-Leesville Elementary School on this date. Dismissal times for all schools are as follows: B-L Primary, 12:45 p.m.; B-L Elementary, 1:00 p.m.; B-L Middle, 1:36 p.m; and B-L High, 1:50 p.m. |
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Meet the Teacher
My name is Melanie Lorick. This is my 15th year teaching kindergarten at Batesburg-Leesville Primary School. I have been married for nine years. My husband's name is Ken. We have an eight year-old son named Jackson and a four year old son named Michael. I have lived in Batesburg-Leesville all of my life. I graduated from The University of South Carolina with a BA in Early Childhood Education and from Columbia College with a Masters Degree in Divergent Learning. I am certified in both Early Childhood and Elementary Education.
My philosophy of teaching is that no matter how a child comes into my classroom,it is my job to love, nurture and make them the bright “stars” they are capable of being.. Children are the most precious gifts we are given. They need love and support to allow them to grow socially, emotionally, physically, mentally, and academically. I compare teachers to “star polishers.” Teachers polish and shine students allowing them to reach their individual potentials. To me, this is the ultimate goal of education.
My teaching assistant is Jessica Reyes. Mrs. Reyes did her student teaching in the Spring of 2011 with Mrs. Miles. She was hired in the fall as the computer proctor in the upstairs lab. Mrs. Reyes is a wonderful assest to our school. She is a fun, kind, and loving person. Mrs. Reyes and her husband live in Saluda.
School Wide Rules · Be Safe · Be Respectful · Be Responsible
Rewards
If a child follows the rules he/she will receive verbal praise, a smiley face in the agenda, stickers, coins, or special privileges. Each Firday the children will count their coins to see if they can "buy" a prize from the prize box. If you would like to donate prizes to our class, please contact me.
Consequences:
· Verbal Warning
· 5 minutes walking at recess
· 10 minutes walking at recess
· 15 minutes walking at recess
Office
School Pledge
As a Panther at BLPS, I pledge to:
Prepare for school daily
Ask for help when needed
Never give up
Treat others like I want to be treated
Have only good words to say to others
Earn good grades by working hard
Respect others and myself
School Motto:
Work hard, Work smart, Work together
Meet the Teacher
My name is Melanie Lorick. This is my 15th year teaching kindergarten at Batesburg-Leesville Primary School. I have been married for nine years. My husband's name is Ken. We have an eight year-old son named Jackson and a four year old son named Michael. I have lived in Batesburg-Leesville all of my life. I graduated from The University of South Carolina with a BA in Early Childhood Education and from Columbia College with a Masters Degree in Divergent Learning. I am certified in both Early Childhood and Elementary Education.
Rewards Consequences:
· Verbal Warning
School Pledge School Motto:Class Announcements School NewsJanuary 31st GOT BOOKS? 6:00-6:30 in BLPS Cafeteria. BLPS Art Fair is from 5:00-7:00 on January 31st!! BLPS PTO Spaghetti Fundraiser Jauary 31st in BLPS Cafteria. Tickets are $6.00 each. Orders and money must be turned in by Wednesday January 18th!! During the month of February the students will have the opportunity to buy hearts for .50 cents in honor or memory of someone with heart disease. Please send money in an envelope or ziplock bag stating who the money is for.  January Birthdays No Birthdays this month BOX TOPS! Our school is collecting box tops this year. Please look for box tops on the food you buy at any store. Cut out the box top and put your child's first and last name on each box top. You may send the box tops in a ziploc bag to school. The box tops will go into a hat and at the end of every month a name will be drawn and that child will recieve a prize. This is a great and easy way to help our school raise money. Please visit the link below to register. Weekly Reminders Please check and sign agendas daily!!! Library books are due on Tuesday!!! On the first Wednesday of each month the students are released at 12:45 p.m.
On Tuesday wear tennis shoes for P.E. No skirts or dresses for girls.
Most of the clip art is from: www.discoveryschool.com. Discussion Topics |
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