Baker Elementary

Baker students participated in our annual “PBIS Kickoff” where we recognize and celebrate the expectations that make a good student. Here at Baker, we are respectful, responsible, motivated and committed! Ms.Hudson’s class found all the missing horseshoes that the horseshoe bandit had “stolen” and put back together the word “responsible!"

During Halloween week, Ms. Hudson's first graders got to show their artistic skills by painting pumpkins! They also got to experience the ooey gooey feeling of the inside of a pumpkin while they worked on sorting and counting groups of tens using the seeds inside!

November is National Military Family Appreciation Month, a time to honor the resilience and sacrifices of military families. Thank you for your service and unwavering support! #pcssdproud #serveall

Don't forget to set your clocks back one hour when you go to bed tonight. Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. - meaning you "gain" an hour of sleep. There are only two states that don't observe DST: Hawaii and Arizona (with the exception of Navajo Nation). #pcssdproud #serveall

It's officially November and that means our annual Thanksgiving Family Day lunch will be here before we know it. We hope you'll make plans to attend on Thursday, November 21. Student meals are regular price. but guest meals are $5 each. Please RSVP so we can get a head count for our lunch: https://bit.ly/PCSSD_Thanksgiving

Celebrated in Mexico, Día de los Muertos has roots in both ancient Aztec customs and All Souls' Day introduced by the Spanish in the 1500s. This holiday centers on families gathering to pay respect to friends and family who have died. #pcssdproud #serveall

🎃Happy Halloween!🎃 If your family celebrates, share what your student will dress up as this year! #pcssdproud #serveall

Baker Parents, we need your help! Our candy monster is still quite hungry. If you haven't already, please send a large bag of candy to school with your student for our annual Wants and Needs event tomorrow. If your schedule allows, we could really use some additional help with volunteers for Wants and Needs and volunteers for the PBIS Kickoff on Friday afternoon as well. Click the links below for more information about volunteering for either event. Thank YOU for playing such a critical role in supporting the work of the Baker Family! Wants and Needs: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0E44AAAC23ABFDC70-52615835-wants PBIS https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/9040C45ADAC23A5FD0-51534614-pbis

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Did you know dyslexia affects about 1 in 5 students, making it the most commonly diagnosed learning disability? Learn more about dyslexia here: https://trst.in/SJ6qlP #pcssdproud #serveall

Baker Families, We’re excited to introduce a new Google Form designed for you and your child to share shoutouts for our teachers and staff. This is a simple way to recognize the dedication and hard work of our team, and your messages will be shared directly with staff to brighten their day! Use the link below to help us celebrate the incredible people making a difference every day. Whether it's for extra help in class, a kind word, or going above and beyond, we’d love to hear your stories. Thank you for partnering with us! https://bit.ly/4hkXfVT

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and that includes cyberbullying that takes place online. Parents and teachers can learn the warning signs of cyberbullying to help students who are involved here: https://trst.in/rRnxeB #pcssdproud #serveall

Baker Elementary students wore green in honor of Dwarfism Awareness Day. 💚 Our very own Jace read the book he wrote to his fellow 3rd graders. They all enjoyed learning more about dwarfism!

Meet Two Visionary Pioneers of Baker Elementary! 4th graders Demi Washington and Sophia Stricklin dreamed big and made it happen! These two passionate leaders took the initiative to propose a Student Council for Baker Elementary Pulaski County Special School District! Spending time outside of school to build a solid plan and presentation, they sent their proposal to Principal Dr. Valencia Essel and Counselor Doris Brown. Thanks to the encouragement of Dr. Essel and Mrs. Brown, who value student voices and promote leadership among all students, Demi and Sophia were given the green light to make their dream a reality! Now serving as Student Council President, Demi Washington and Vice President, Sophia Stricklin, are thrilled to kick off the journey of establishing the council. Stay tuned! Information on next steps will be coming home for students in grades 3rd-5th and their parents. Let's celebrate this incredible example of student leadership! #BakerProud #BakerElementary #StudentCouncil #BakerBroncos

We're rounding out the week with an important reminder about the Bus Danger Zone: It’s difficult to see children 10 feet on either side & 10 feet in front of a bus. Make sure your children are aware of this zone! Learn more here: https://trst.in/821OqQ #pcssdproud #serveall

Baker Families, please remember to wear green tomorrow in support of Dwarfism Awareness Day!

Here's Bus Stop Safety Tip #4: Tell your child to stand 15 feet (or nine GIANT STEPS) away from the street when waiting for the bus. Learn more here: https://trst.in/GsFak8 #pcssdproud #serveall

Students and teachers wore pink to raise awareness for Breast Cancer. Some students wore pink to specifically represent loved ones who have been impacted by breast cancer.

We hate to see empty desks... except when it's because kids are all over the room in groups teaching each other! We learn best when we learn together.

Here’s Bus Stop Safety Tip #3 for National School Bus Safety Week: Teach your child to stop, look left, right, and then left again before crossing the street. Learn more here: https://trst.in/I57moQ #pcssdproud #serveall

What do you do when you are blessed to work with the Number 1 Staff of Professionals in the entire state of Arkansas?! Well, you let them know that they are POPPIN', of course! Dr. Essel, Mrs. Sierra, Mrs. Varner and Mrs. Brown set up a popcorn bar and served each Baker teacher and staff member. Baker teachers and staff are POPPIN'!