Students’ birthdays: We strive to celebrate each child’s birthday in a fun way that does cause distractions from learning. Every student’s birthday is announced on our daily school announcements and they receive a birthday card. If you choose to provide a snack, please coordinate with the teacher, in advance, to be aware of student allergies and the best time. Teachers will distribute any snacks at the most convenient time for the class.  We typically do not celebrate birthdays or distribute snacks at lunch. You can read more here https://tinyurl.com/ywk7wvvw

To make sure that our students go to the right place and get there safe, please note the following dismissal protocol: Call the office before 2:30pm for any dismissal changes If you want to pick your student early, do it no later than 3:10pm Car-riders: Make sure you have your student’s pick up number on your dash/window  Thank you for your understanding and support!  

Dear families, We want to share some events coming up:September 5, school picture day! Students will get their school pictures taken.September 17, Math night at 6:30pm. We look forward to seeing you at our first family event! Families take a look at our Student Handbook here https://www.harrisonburg.k12.va.us/BES/2163-Handbook-2025-26.html Have a wonderful week!

 I wanted to share some reminders for kindergarten to 5th grade:Students drop off is between 8:40am - 9:05amIf students arrive after 9:05, they are late and you need to walk your student to the office.Dismissal starts at 3:30pm. Call the office for any dismissal changes BEFORE 2:30pm. Please be patient on the first days of school as buses may run late. Thank you for helping get your student here on time! Call the office if your child will be late or absent. Looking forward to seeing our students tomorrow!

Rising 6th graders communication Cheerleading opportunity!Who?: Any rising 6 grader who will be attending Thomas Harrison Middle School next school yearWhere?:  Harrisonburg High School (1001 Garbers Church Rd)When?: This summer on Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:30pm to 6:30pmRequirement: Must have a Valid Sports PhysicalQuestions?: Contact coach dpeyton@harrisonburg.k12.va.us or for Spanish: Contact Maria Bautista at 540-908-6924Summer 2025: rising 6th - 9th grade end of year Chromebook procedure

Dear families of students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade,Your child will take the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) assessment in the coming weeks, starting tomorrow. These tests are designed to measure student achievement of the standards adopted by the Virginia Board of Education. Review the test schedule here https://tinyurl.com/4f5zn5du Your children will be ready to do their very best if they arrive at school on testing days rested and on time. Estimadas familias de estudiantes en 3ro, 4to, y 5to grado en Bluestone,En las próximas semanas, empezando mañana, su hijo/a tomará los exámenes de los Estándares de Aprendizaje de Virginia (SOL, por su siglas en inglés). Estos exámenes están diseñados para medir el rendimiento de los estudiantes en los estándares [académicos] adoptados por la Junta de Educación de Virginia. Por favor revise el calendario de los exámenes SOL aquí https://tinyurl.com/4f5zn5du. Su estudiante estará listo para dar su mejor esfuerzo si llegan a la escuela a tiempo y descansados en los días de los exámenes. 

Boys & Girls Club Summer camp information on the attached picture.

Dear families,-Our nurse clinic is in need of pants and shorts sizes 5-6 and 7-8. Stretchy fabric is best. No jeans.-We are in need of grocery bags. Please drop them in the office.-Last day of school is Friday, June 6th. Have a wonderful weekend!

Dear families,We want to keep you updated:-Bike and roll to school event on Wednesday, May 7th. See map for location details.

Dear families,We want to keep you updated:-Art fest tomorrow, May 3rd from 12pm-4pm at A Dream Comes True Park ( 1050 Neff Ave). Picture attached.