I've Got You!

Hi folks, Jon Wennstrom here! For the past two weeks, I've been busy conducting evaluation meetings with the Buchanan teachers. It's an exhausting process, but one that is designed to help each teacher reflect on the year, what they've accomplished, and develop plans for future growth. Author Beth Houf summed up in her book "Lead Like a Pirate" what I feel about evaluations.  "Feedback should never be a "gotcha". It should be an "I've got you!". My job is to help teachers grow, give encouragement, and support them as they work to continually improve their craft. So for all the incredible teachers I have the pleasure to work with each day, "I've got you!"

UPCOMING EVENTS AT BUCHANAN

Tuesday, June 4: Kindergarten Round Up
Thursday, June 6: PTA Meeting 7:00 PM
Friday, June 7: Service Squad Celebration/Color Run

Monday, June 10: 4th Grade Celebration at the Rec Center
Tuesday, June 11: Kindergarten Concert 1:15 PM (Outside)
Wednesday, June 12: Field Day
Thursday, June 13 & Friday, June 14: Students dismissed at 12:10 PM

As the end of the school year approaches, please note that there will be changes implemented beginning Monday, June 3, 2019 that will run through Friday, June 14, 2019.

Students will not be able to charge their lunch purchase if they do not have money on their account.  Students will not be able to charge against their account and pay later, they will have to have funds in their account to buy lunch or receive a cheese sandwich. As a reminder, the cost of hot lunch is $3.25 for a regular lunch and $.40 for a reduced lunch.  You may add money to your account by visiting www.mypaymentsplus.com and once there you will also be able to review your student's purchases.

  

This does not impact those students that receive free lunch.  

PTA POINTS

• Last PTA General Membership Meeting is June 6th at 7pm.

For those who did NOT order school yearbooks, we will have a limited number of extra copies available for sale in the office on Monday, June 10 from 8:45-9:15 AM. They will be sold on a first come, first serve basis for $20 (Cash Only).  

• Spree Discount Vouchers for All-Day Ride Wristbands

PRE-SALE PRICED AT JUST $18.00 EACH

Savings of $12.00 off the regular wristband price Of $30.00

Each Voucher may be redeemed for one All-Day Wristband at any WADE SHOW Ticket Booth on:

Tuesday, June 25th: 4 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Wednesday,June 26th: 2 p.m.-11 p.m.

Thursday, June 27th: 2 p.m.-11 p.m.

Friday, June 28th: 2 p.m.-11 p.m.

Saturday, June 29th: Noon - 11 p.m (FAMILY FUN DAY).

Flyers have been sent home! Wristbands sold until 9:00 p.m. - Height restrictions on some rides.

Wristbands will NOT be sold or valid on Sunday, June 30th. SORRY, NO REFUNDS ON PRE-SALE VOUCHERS.

#BuchananBears 

Did you know that we had a tremendous turn out for our Spring Fling? Thanks to our PTA and volunteers, we were able to put on a night of fun and excitement for our students. From inflatable bounce houses to incredible basket raffles, it was a night to remember. Great things are happening at Buchanan! 

Thank you "Beary" Much!

Hi folks, Jon Wennstrom here! This week we recognized our outstanding volunteers at Buchanan Elementary. We had a breakfast in their honor and had a chance to share with them our appreciation for all they do. So many things happen in our school because of the amazing volunteers we have. It truly is a pleasure to work with so many family members and community members who simply want to give back to our school and help our students and teacher be successful. For all those who came and all who couldn't attend, I want to say a huge "THANK YOU" on behalf of our Buchanan team!

UPCOMING EVENTS AT BUCHANAN

Monday, May 27: No School in observance of Memorial Day

Thursday, May 30: Stevenson High School students will get a "Clap Out" at 11:00 AM

Friday, May 31: SPRING FLING! 5:30-8:30 PM

Tuesday, June 4: Kindergarten Round Up! 

Thursday, June 6: Final PTA Meeting 7:00 PM in the Library

Friday, June 7: Service Safety Squad Celebration/Color Run 

Monday, June 10: 4th Grade Celebration at Rec Center

Tuesday, June 11: Kindergarten Outdoor Concert 1:30 PM

Wednesday, June 12: Field Day! 

Thursday, June 13 & Friday, June 14: Half day for students (12:10 dismissal both days)

PTA POINTS

• The Annual Buchanan Spring Fling is May 31, 5:30-8:30 pm.

Pre-Sale is over all children aged 3-13 must pay $8 at the door .

Basket Raffle Tickets:(1 for $1, 6 for $5, 14 for $10, 32 for $20)

Wristbands give you access to: DJ + dancing, carnival games + prizes, bounce houses,face painting, and more!

Food available at vendor pricing from two local food trucks!

Pre-sale wristbands and raffle tickets will be sent home on Wednesday, May 29.

• Spree Discount Vouchers for All-Day Ride Wristbands

PRE-SALE PRICED AT JUST $18.00 EACH

Savings of $12.00 off the regular wristband price Of $30.00

Each Voucher may be redeemed for one All-Day Wristband at any WADE SHOW Ticket Booth on:

Tuesday, June 25th: 4 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Wednesday,June 26th: 2 p.m.-11 p.m.

Thursday, June 27th: 2 p.m.-11 p.m.

Friday, June 28th: 2 p.m.-11 p.m.

Saturday, June 29th: Noon - 11 p.m (FAMILY FUN DAY).

Flyers have been sent home! Wristbands sold until 9:00 p.m. - Height restrictions on some rides.

Wristbands will NOT be sold or valid on Sunday, June 30th. SORRY, NO REFUNDS ON PRE-SALE VOUCHERS.

For those who did NOT order school yearbooks, we will have a limited number of extra copies available for sale in the office on Monday, June 10 from 8:45-9:15 AM. They will be sold on a first come, first serve basis for $20 (Cash Only).  

#BuchananBears

Did you know that our 4th grade students did a service project at "Build A Bear"? What a great experience they had earning the money and going to build their stuffed animals! Some kids cleaned their rooms, babysat, helped in the yards, took care of pets, returned cans, and so many other things. As a 4^th grade, they built 126 stuffed animals. They will be going to Mott and Beaumont Children’s Hospitals, Foster Closet, Hospice, and Livonia Fire Department. Great things are happening at Buchanan! 

Long Live the Arts!

Hi folks, Jon Wennstrom here! This week we had our annual Art Fair and Music Showcase. It was an opportunity for our students to show off their work in both Art and Music. Students have been working on these songs and projects for the past several months. It's a great way to demonstrate to students that there is no overnight success, only hard work and practice leading up to a successful performance.  Thanks to all our parents who support the school by encouraging your child and coming out to see the product of their months of work!

UPCOMING EVENTS AT BUCHANAN

Thursday, May, 23: Volunteer Breakfast 8:15 (childcare provided)
Friday, May 24: Students & Staff dismissed at 12:10 PM
Monday, May 27: No School in observance of Memorial Day
Thursday, May 30: Clap Out for Stevenson High School students 11:00 AM
Friday, May 31: Spring Fling 5:30-8:30 PM

Tuesday, June 4: Kindergarten Round Up!
Tuesday, June 11: Kindergarten Concert (outside) 1:30 PM
Wednesday, June 12: Field Day!

PTA POINTS

• Spring Fling Raffle Basket Donations due Monday! Each class is assigned a theme for a basket to be raffled off at our spring fling event on May 31st. Donated items will be collected to create the raffle baskets. Cash donations will also be accepted. Please label all items with  “Spring Fling Donation” and your child’s teacher’s name. Please send in all donations by May 20th. Thanks for your support.

Squishies & Slime- Pisko & Trantham

Detroit Sports Teams- Ringler & Pillai

S.T.E.M.- Banter & Kaufman

Made in Michigan- Adams & Duff

Outdoor Fun- Jones & Gruenewald

Superheroes - Kurtijan & McGuigan

Unicorns/Llamas- Hurula & Edwards

Snack Attack - Williams & Tanner

Arts/Crafts- Stromberg & Medellin

Coffee/Tea- Haapala & Benson

• The Annual Buchanan Spring Fling is May 31 5:30-8:30pm.

FREE for all Buchanan students who RSVP by May 20

$5 pre-sale for non-Buchanan students aged 3-13

$8 at the door for ALL children aged 3-13

Wristbands give you access to: DJ + dancing, carnival games + prizes, bounce houses,face painting, and more!

Food available at vendor pricing from two local food trucks!

Pre-sale wristbands and raffle tickets will be sent home on Wednesday, May 29.

Spring Fling Volunteers Needed

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0549acad2ea4fb6-spring3

• Spree Discount Vouchers for All-Day Ride Wristbands

PRE-SALE PRICED AT JUST $18.00 EACH

Savings of $12.00 off the regular wristband price Of $30.00

Each Voucher may be redeemed for one All-Day Wristband at any WADE SHOW Ticket Booth on:

Tuesday, June 25th: 4 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Wednesday,June 26th: 2 p.m.-11 p.m.

Thursday, June 27th: 2 p.m.-11 p.m.

Friday, June 28th: 2 p.m.-11 p.m.

Saturday, June 29th: Noon - 11 p.m (FAMILY FUN DAY).

Flyers have been sent home! Wristbands sold until 9:00 p.m. - Height restrictions on some rides.

Wristbands will NOT be sold or valid on Sunday, June 30th. SORRY, NO REFUNDS ON PRE-SALE VOUCHERS

#BuchananBears

Did you know that Buchanan is getting a brand new Walking Path in the fall? The path will be in the back playground and provide even easier access for students who participate in the Mileage Club! Mrs. Trantham is hoping to get an even bigger group of students to achieve their mileage goals next year and participate in the next Martian Marathon. Great things are happening at Buchanan! 

Buchanan's Got Talent!

Hi folks, Jon Wennstrom here! On May 7, we had our talent show for grades 2-4. Over 60 students participated in acts ranging from guitar, to tap dance, to puppet shows, to comedy. It was an incredible display of talent and it was made possible because of our teachers, Mrs. Edwards & Ms. Kurtjian. Thank you to our staff, parents, and students who participated and helped out with this event and it was yet another way that students are able to shine at Buchanan!

UPCOMING EVENTS AT BUCHANAN

Monday, May 13: No Morning Tech Club
Tuesday, May 14: 4th Grade students visit Riley Upper Elementary in the morning
Thursday, May 16: Art Fair (K-4) and Music Concerts (1-4) 6:00-8:00 PM (Schedule Below)
Thursday, May 23: Volunteer Breakfast 8:15 (Childcare Provided)
Friday, May 24: Students and Staff Dismissed at 12:10 PM
Monday, May 27: No School for Memorial Day
Thursday, May 30: Clap Out for Stevenson High School Students at 11:00 AM
Friday, May 31: Spring Fling 5:30-8:30 PM

CONCERT TIMES for MAY 16

 6:10 PM - Grade One

6:30 PM - Grade Two

7:00 PM - Grade Three

7:30 PM - Grade Four

Students should be in their classrooms 10 minutes before their concert start times.After each performance, the gym will be cleared for the next grade level. Parents may pick up their child outside of their classrooms (by the lockers) after the performance. 

We strongly suggest that first and second grade families attend the first hour (6:00-7:00 PM) and tour the art projects during their either just before or just after the music performance. Third and fourth grade families are encouraged to come just during the second hour (7:00-8:00 PM) and tour the art projects either just before or after the music performance. This will help with congestion in the parking lot and in the building. Thanks for your cooperation! 

PTA POINTS

• Spring Fling Raffle Basket Donations Each class is assigned a theme for a basket to be raffled off at our spring fling event on May 31st. Donated items will be collected to create the raffle baskets. Cash donations will also be accepted. Please label all items with  “Spring Fling Donation” and your child’s teacher’s name. Please send in all donations by May 20th. Thanks for your support.

Squishies & Slime- Pisko & Trantham

Detroit Sports Teams- Ringler & Pillai

S.T.E.M.- Banter & Kaufman

Made in Michigan- Adams & Duff

Outdoor Fun- Jones & Gruenewald

Superheroes - Kurtijan & McGuigan

Unicorns/Llamas- Hurula & Edwards

Snack Attack - Williams & Tanner

Arts/Crafts- Stromberg & Medellin

Coffee/Tea- Haapala & Benson

• Buchanan Elementary PTA Buchanan Oasis Garden Cleanup

Please join us for another garden cleanup day on Saturday May 18, 9:00 am-12:00 noon. We have volunteers from Mile City Church who are helping us out with some projects. We will be moving some small trees, planting perennials, spreading mulch in planting areas, weeding and cleaning up. Please bring your own garden supplies such as gloves, shovels, rakes, weed wacker, wheelbarrows, etc. We do not have any garden equipment on hand. The school will not be open to use bathrooms.

Date: 05/18/2019 (Sat.)

Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm

Location: Buchanan Oasis Garden

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e44a4ae2ca1f94-buchanan1

• The Annual Buchanan Spring Fling is May 31, 5:30-8:30 pm.

FREE for all Buchanan students who RSVP by May 20

$5 pre-sale for non-Buchanan students aged 3-13

$8 at the door for ALL children aged 3-13

Basket Raffle Tickets:(1 for $1, 6 for $5, 14 for $10, 32 for $20)

Wristbands give you access to: DJ + dancing, carnival games + prizes, bounce houses,face painting, and more!

Food available at vendor pricing from two local food trucks!

Pre-sale wristbands and raffle tickets will be sent home on Wednesday, May 29.

• Spree Discount Vouchers for All-Day Ride Wristbands

PRE-SALE PRICED AT JUST $18.00 EACH

Savings of $12.00 off the regular wristband price Of $30.00

Each Voucher may be redeemed for one All-Day Wristband at any WADE SHOW Ticket Booth on:

Tuesday, June 25th: 4 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Wednesday,June 26th: 2 p.m.-11 p.m.

Thursday, June 27th: 2 p.m.-11 p.m.

Friday, June 28th: 2 p.m.-11 p.m.

Saturday, June 29th: Noon - 11 p.m (FAMILY FUN DAY).

Flyers have been sent home! Wristbands sold until 9:00 p.m. - Height restrictions on some rides.

Wristbands will NOT be sold or valid on Sunday, June 30th. SORRY, NO REFUNDS ON PRE-SALE VOUCHERS.

#BuchananBears

Did you know that Buchanan 3rd Grade Teacher, Laura Kurtjian, got married this weekend? It was a beautiful ceremony and wonderful to see two people beginning their amazing journey together! We wish her all the best. Great things are happening at Buchanan! 

Dr. Dolittle

Hi folks, Jon Wennstrom here! Each year, when we do our 2nd Grade Talking Zoo program, I feel a little like Dr. Dolittle walking around and talking with the animals! We had another amazing event with both students and families coming in to hear the presentations from our students. It truly is a great example of making learning fun and meaningful for our students. Thanks to our 2nd grade team, our families, and students who participated in this event!

UPCOMING EVENTS AT BUCHANAN

Tuesday, May 7: Buchanan Talent Show

Thursday, May 16: Art Showcase (K-4) Music Concert (1-4) 6:00-8:00 PM

Friday, May 24: Students & Staff Dismissed at 12:10 PM

Monday, May 27: No School in observance of Memorial Day

Friday, May 31: PTA Spring Fling 5:30-8:30 PM

CONCERT TIMES for MAY 16

 6:10 PM - Grade One

6:30 PM - Grade Two

7:00 PM - Grade Three

7:30 PM - Grade Four

Students should be in their classrooms 10 minutes before their concert start times. After each performance, the gym will be cleared for the next grade level. Parents may pick up their child outside of their classrooms (by there lockers) after the performance. 

We strongly suggest that first and second grade families attend the first hour (6:00-7:00 PM) and tour the art projects during their either just before or just after the music performance. Third and fourth grade families are encouraged to come just during the second hour (7:00-8:00 PM) and tour the art projects either just before or after the music performance. This will help with congestion in the parking lot and in the building. Thanks for your cooperation! 

PTA POINTS

• Spring Fling Raffle Basket Donations

We are still in need of basket donation items. Each class is assigned a theme for a basket to be raffled off at our spring fling event on May 31st. Donated items will be collected to create the raffle baskets. Cash donations will also be accepted. Please label all items with  “Spring Fling Donation” and your child’s teacher’s name. Please send in all donations by May 20th. A flyer will be sent home closer to the event with more information. Thanks for your support.

Squishies & Slime- Pisko & Trantham

Detroit Sports Teams- Ringler & Pillai

S.T.E.M.- Banter & Kaufman

Made in Michigan- Adams & Duff

Outdoor Fun- Jones & Gruenewald

Superheroes - Kurtijan & McGuigan

Unicorns/Llamas- Hurula & Edwards

Snack Attack - Williams & Tanner

Arts/Crafts- Stromberg & Medellin

Coffee/Tea- Haapala & Benson

#BuchananBears

Did you know May 13-17 is the final week for students to check out books this school year. All library books are due by Friday, May 24. This is so all books can be shelved and the library prepared for the summer. If your child has any overdue books, please return them or pay for them as soon as possible. If you would like to know the cost for a lost book, please let our Library Media Specialist, Miss Ford know.  Great things are happening at Buchanan!