
Grocery store ads offer real math value
Those grocery store ads that appear in your mailbox or at the store each week are great for helping your elementary schooler practice math skills. Look through the ads together and cut out pictures of foods your child likes along with their prices. Now, help your student create and solve word problems using the pictures. "Joey bought one pound of bananas for 60 cents. How much would two pounds of bananas cost?"
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Mrs. Stellyâs science engineers designed an edible model of Santaâs hat and observed with ALL of our 5 senses! Props to Mrs. LeJeune and Ms. Michealla for the help.









Mrs, Keysâ 4th graders had a very MERRY time today! They definitely enjoyed their literacy activities, pizza, hot cocoa, surprises, and fun! đđ§âïž










Students spreading holiday cheer with our festive dress-up days this week! From candy canes to Christmas attire to Grinch and Whoville creativity, we loving seeing everyone's holiday spirt!








Congratulations to December Lil Red Hots and Employee of the Month at PBES!
Owen, S., Aubrey C., Emma G, Landry S., Riley R., and Marguerite G. (Lil Red Hots of the Month)
These students have consistently modeled positive behavior, good character, and strong work ethic! We are so proud of our Lil Red Hots!
Connie Richard (Employee of the Month)
Thank you for your hard work and dedication to the students and staff of PBES!


Good morning. Today, we are excited to host our Polar Express event starting at 1:00 pm, followed by class Christmas parties at 2:00 pm. Parents are invited to join us for these special celebrations. To ensure there is enough space in the classrooms, we kindly request that siblings do not attend. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to celebrating this joyous occasion with you and our students!

Let your child know that you expect great things
Children care how their families view them. Your expectations for your child can motivate your elementary schooler to work hard and succeed in school. Make a list of high, but still realistic, expectations for your child, such as putting effort into schoolwork, continuing to try when something is challenging, etc. Discuss them together, then uphold them consistently. Help your child take pride in progress and believe "I am a student who can succeed."
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Reminders:
- Tomorrow, December 19 is our Polar Express ELA Event and PBIS Winter Kickoff beginning at 1:00 pm followed by class Christmas parties at 2:00 pm.
- Tomorrow, December 19 there will be NO 21st Century Tutoring after school program.
- Friday, December 20 is an early dismissal day for staff professional development. PBES bus riders will begin boarding at 11:45 am and car riders will follow once buses leave campus. Please have your child picked up before 12:30 pm. on Friday.

REMINDER: Tonight Port Barre High School Art Students are hosting a festive event on from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the Port Barre High School cafeteria.
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đČ Only $10 per student with parent/guardian.
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On Dec. 12, PBEâs Talented & Visual Art students visited Louisianaâs Art & Science Museum in Baton Rouge. Students visited the Ancient Egyptian exhibit, learned about Egyptian culture, viewed a 2,000 year old mummy, and wrote in hieroglyphics.










Social skills help your child get along in school
One of the best indicators of children's future school success is their ability to interact in positive ways with others. Class discussions, group projects and activities all require students to work with one another. To reinforce social skills at home, role-play being friendly, honest and an attentive listener with your child. Teach your student to be a good sport. Encourage teamwork by having your child participate in family projects, such as preparing a meal.
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Shared interests improve communication
As children grow, their interests change. To maintain a connection, families need to find new ways to talk, listen and be with their kids. One effective way is to find an interest you and your child share: woodworking, fishing, playing board games, baking, etc. Whatever it is, make time to do it together. Communication will flow easily when you both can share in and discuss an enjoyable activity.
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Congratulations to this week's Positive Office Referrals! (Not pictured: James M. and Calvin A.)


Calm explanations improve behavior better than scolding
It's important to make it clear when your child has misbehaved. Understanding what they did wrong is how children learn. But nothing is accomplished by getting upset and losing your temper. For more effective discipline, try this three-step process: 1. Calmly describe the behavior that is unacceptable. 2. Say how it makes you feel when your child does that. 3. Explain why the behavior isn't allowed.
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Bus #571 will run for bus #626 on Monday and Tuesday. The run time may be a little later or earlier than usual.

Bus 626, Josh Nezat, will not run tomorrow, Monday Dec 16th & Tuesday Dec 17th. Please make the necessary arrangements to drop off and pick up your child through the car rider line both days. We are sorry for the inconvenience.


Mrs Brittani's readers celebrated 100 AR 100's with a popsicle party đ


đšâš Port Barre High School Evening of Crafts, Cookies, and Holiday Cheer! âšđš Port Barre High School Art Students are hosting a festive event on Wednesday, December 18th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the Port Barre High School cafeteria. đ Enjoy fun crafts, delicious cookies, and a joyful holiday atmosphere! đ
đ đČ Only $10 per student with parent/guardian. đ RSVP: Take a picture of the flyer and scan the QR Code to sign up via the Google Form. #HolidayCheer #PortBarreHighSchool #CraftsAndCookies #FestiveFun


Get ready to spread some holiday cheer! December 16 - 20 is our festive Holiday Spirit Week. Students and staff are invited to participate in the themed days as noted on the flyer. Remember: All outfits must be appropriate for school. Participation is optional. Be creative and have fun with your outfits!


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