Bridgestone Intermediate School

Bridgestone Intermediate School
1700 S. Council Rd. OKC, OK 73128

Friday, February 26, 2016

6th Grade Growth & Development Information

Dear Parent/Guardian:

 The Western Heights Public School nurses will be presenting information on Human Growth and Development (puberty) and HIV/AIDS Awareness Education to students in 6th grade at Bridgestone Intermediate Friday, March 11, 2016.  The objectives of this curriculum, resources to be used, and times are listed below.  Please feel free to contact your child’s school if you have any questions regarding this curriculum.    

Objectives:
Growth and Development provides children with an understanding of the normal pattern of physical development as boys and girls grow from childhood into adolescence.
HIV/AIDS Awareness Education provides factual up-to-date information on the forms of the disease, the methods of transmission, and prevention of HIV & AIDS.

Resources:
Puberty                        Boys – Straight Talk About Puberty for Boys by Marsh Media
                        Girls – Straight Talk About Puberty for Girls by Marsh Media
HIV/AIDS       The Puberty Workshop (Video 5) HIV and AIDS by Human Relations Media

Time Frame:  One Class Period

Parents and Guardians have the option of requesting that their child be exempted from Growth & Development and/or HIV/AIDS education.  If you DO NOT want your child to be included in these discussions, please complete the form brought home to you by your child.

5th Grade Growth & Development Information

 The Western Heights Public School nurses will be presenting information on Human Growth and Development (puberty) and HIV/AIDS Awareness Education to students in 6th grade at Bridgestone Intermediate Friday, March 11, 2016.  The objectives of this curriculum, resources to be used, and times are listed below.  Please feel free to contact your child’s school if you have any questions regarding this curriculum.    

Objectives:
Growth and Development provides children with an understanding of the normal pattern of physical development as boys and girls grow from childhood into adolescence.
HIV/AIDS Awareness Education provides factual up-to-date information on the forms of the disease, the methods of transmission, and prevention of HIV & AIDS.


Resources:
Puberty                        Boys – Straight Talk About Puberty for Boys by Marsh Media
                        Girls – Straight Talk About Puberty for Girls by Marsh Media
HIV/AIDS       The Puberty Workshop (Video 5) HIV and AIDS by Human Relations Media

Time Frame:  One Class Period

Parents and Guardians have the option of requesting that their child be exempted from Growth & Development and/or HIV/AIDS education.  If you DO NOT want your child to be included in these discussions, please complete the form brought home to you by your child.

March 31st Paint 'n Punch

Thursday, March 31st
5:00 - 7:30 p.m.
(Dinner at 5:00; painting 5:20)



***PLAY READING OR MATH GAMES***
WITH YOUR STUDENT and ENJOY THE BOOKFAIR, Bake Sale, & Concession Stand

PAINT ‘N PUNCH
TAKE HOME A MASTERPIECE!!!!!!!
1 TICKET - $15.00 – 2 TICKETS 25.00
HOT DOG AND PUNCH INCLUDED



Saturday, February 20, 2016

5th Grade Writing Test

The 5th Grade Writing Test is Tuesday, Feb. 23. Make sure your 5th grade student gets plenty of rest Monday evening and eats a good breakfast on Tuesday morning!

Monday, February 15, 2016

Zimmer Messages

I will be posting messages for the students, parents, faculty, staff, and community on Zimmer Messages.  Download Zimmer Messages and join "Bridgestone Intermediate School, WHPS."  Zimmer is free, private, and anonymous. Zimmer does not require anyone to disclose their cell phone number or email address. In addition, because Zimmer values people's privacy and anonymity, it does not force anyone to disclose their identity, register or login. If you have any questions,  call 350-3421.

Monday, February 1, 2016

SOCCER!!


Parent Soccer Meeting!
Feb. 4th 6:00pm at Bridgestone
All students interested in playing intermural soccer must have a parent attend this meeting.  If you cannot attend, please contact our office at 350-3420 to set up a meeting with Ms. Morgan.
Students must be eligible (cannot have 2 office referrals) to join and to stay on the team!