Congratulations to the Class of 2026 on your high school graduation! 🎓💙💚
Today, our Bessey Creek Gators came home to the Creek and inspired future graduates during our Annual Grad Walk. Watching our former students walk the halls once again was such a special reminder that hard work, perseverance, and determination lead to incredible accomplishments.
We are so proud of each and every one of you and cannot wait to see all that your future holds.
Remember… once a Gator, always a Gator! 🐊
#BCEGators #OnceAGatorAlwaysAGator #ClassOf2026 #LearningInAction #UnstoppableTogether
🚓Support Our School Resource Officer, Deputy Mills! 🚓
Join us on Tuesday, May 19 from 6:30 AM – 8 PM at Chick-fil-A Stuart for a special School Resource Officer Competition!
One lucky officer will be crowned Chick-fil-A’s Resource Officer of the Year and win FREE Chick-fil-A for a year!🎉
📍 How to vote:
* Every receipt placed in an officer’s voting box = 1 vote
* Receipts submitted before 2 PM = DOUBLE points!
* Receipts must be dropped off inside the store to count
Stop by, grab a meal, and show your support! ❤️
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
Congratulations to Mrs. Brown, our Employee of the Month! 🎉
As our Food & Nutrition Services Manager, her hard work, leadership, and commitment keep everything running smoothly while ensuring everyone is cared for and supported each day. We’re grateful for all she does! 💛
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
🎒 SAVE THE DATE 🎒
Bright School Kits ordering is OPEN! ✏️📚
🗓️ Deadline to Order: June 29th
🛒 brightschoolkits.shop
✔️ Teacher-approved supplies
✔️ Easy online ordering
✔️ Delivered straight to school
Skip the shopping stress and order today!
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#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
Our next School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting is coming up on Thursday, May 21st at 5:30PM, and we’d love to have you join us!
SAC plays a vital role in monitoring our School Improvement Plan, reviewing data, and making meaningful recommendations that help guide student achievement and school success.
Parents, staff, and community partners, your voice truly shapes BCE’s goals for achievement, safety, and school culture. Come learn, share, and help support an unstoppable year, together!
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
SAC plays a vital role in monitoring our School Improvement Plan, reviewing data, and making meaningful recommendations that help guide student achievement and school success.
Parents, staff, and community partners, your voice truly shapes BCE’s goals for achievement, safety, and school culture. Come learn, share, and help support an unstoppable year, together!
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
Congratulations to our Media Specialist, our Teacher of the Month! 📚
Our media specialist plays such an important role in our school, creating a welcoming space where students can explore, learn, and grow. Through creativity, support, and a love for reading and technology, they inspire curiosity and help students develop skills that last a lifetime.
Thank you for all that you do for our students and school community—we are so lucky to have you!
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
📚☀️ Dive Into Summer Reading with Martin County Libraries! ☀️📚
Get ready for an exciting summer adventure from May 29 – August 9 with the Summer Reading Challenge at Martin County Libraries!
🎯 Read books, track your progress, and earn awesome book prizes along the way!
🏆 Complete the challenge and you’ll score a FREE Sailfish Splash Waterpark pass! 💦🐟
Whether you’re a lifelong reader or just getting started, there’s something for everyone this summer. Join the fun, discover new stories, and make reading part of your summer adventure!
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
Congratulations to Mrs. Lahara, our Teacher of the Month! 🍎
As a dedicated fifth grade teacher, Mrs. Lahara goes above and beyond every day to support, inspire, and challenge her students. Her passion for teaching and commitment to helping each child succeed truly make a difference in the classroom and beyond.
Thank you, Mrs. Lahara, for all that you do for your students and our school community—we are so lucky to have you!
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
📢 FAST Testing is Coming Soon! 📢
Our students will be participating in the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) PM3 very soon. This is an important opportunity for students to show what they’ve learned this year!
✅ Attendance Matters!
Please make sure your child is at school on time and present for the entire testing day. Students have the entire school day to complete their test. If a student leaves campus before finishing, they will NOT be allowed to return and complete the test. Please avoid scheduling appointments or early dismissals on testing days.
💪 Let’s support our students by ensuring they are present, prepared, and ready to do their best!
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
📚❤️ For the Love of Reading! ❤️📚
Our students are celebrating their reading success in a BIG way! Thanks to the Education Foundation’s Book Vending Machine, students who meet their AR goals earn a brand-new book. 📖✨
A huge thank you for the new books—our students are so excited! 💚🐊
We are so proud of our amazing readers. Keep reaching those goals! 🎉
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
#MCSDReads
#EdFoundationMC
🎉 Congratulations to our 2026-2027 Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Fitzsimmons! 🍎✨
Mrs. Fitzsimmons is an amazing Kindergarten teacher who brings kindness, dedication, and a love of learning to her students every day. We are so proud to celebrate her and all she does for our Bessey Creek Elementary family! 💚🐊
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
🎉🎧 May Is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month! 🎧🎉
This month, we celebrate the power of communication and the incredible impact of Speech-Language Pathologists. They do so much more than support speech—they help students build listening, understanding, reading, writing, social skills, and confidence both in and out of the classroom 💬
A special shoutout to Ms. Dunbar, Ms. McDaniel, and Mrs. Padrick for the difference they make every single day. Their dedication, patience, and expertise help our students find their voices and thrive ✨
Be sure to check out the colorful decorations and amazing student work displayed on the windows of Building 3 as we celebrate growth, effort, and success! 🌟👏
Thank you for celebrating with us—because every voice matters, and every word counts 💙
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
🐊 Save the Date: BCE Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A!🐊
We’re excited to partner with Chick-fil-A for a Give Back Night to support our amazing school! Join us on Thursday, May 14th between 2:00–8:00 PM and enjoy a delicious meal while giving back to Bessey Creek Elementary.
Be sure to share the BCE code: GATORS, when ordering so a portion of sales goes directly to supporting our students, staff, and school programs.
Bring your family, invite friends, and help us make this a great turnout! Every meal makes a difference! 💙
📍 Chick-fil-A: Stuart
⏰ 2:00–8:00 PM
🐊 All proceeds benefit BCE students!
Thank you for supporting our Gator Family!
Congratulations to Ms. Russell, our Teacher of the Month! 🍎✨
Some teachers leave a mark, but Ms. Russell creates magic in the classroom every single day ✨
Watching the way she nurtures, encourages, and inspires her first graders is nothing short of amazing. She doesn’t just teach reading, writing, and math—she builds confidence, kindness, and a love for learning that will last a lifetime.
Her patience, creativity, and genuine care make such a difference, and it shows in every smiling face that walks through her door. The world needs more teachers like Ms. Russell 💛📚
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
Want to check your student’s FAST scores? 📊✨
Families can easily view FAST (Florida Assessment of Student Thinking) results by logging into the Focus Parent Portal.
Staying informed helps you support your child’s growth every step of the way! 💙📚
If you need help accessing your account, please contact your child’s teacher or school for assistance.
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
Happy School Nurse Day to our amazing school nurse, Ms. Lorfink, and our incredible district nurse, Mrs. Peck! 💙
Thank you both for the care, compassion, and calm you bring every single day. From helping students feel better to supporting our entire school community, your dedication never goes unnoticed.
We’re so grateful for all you do! 🩺✨
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
Congratulations to Mrs. Karsch, our Teacher of the Month! 🍎
As a wonderful kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Karsch creates a warm, nurturing, and engaging classroom where young learners feel safe, supported, and excited to grow. Her patience, creativity, and dedication help build a strong foundation for her students’ success.
Thank you, Mrs. Karsch, for all that you do for your students and our school community—we are so lucky to have you!
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
📢 FAST Testing is Coming Soon! 📢
Our students will be participating in the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) PM3 very soon. This is an important opportunity for students to show what they’ve learned this year!
✅ Attendance Matters!
Please make sure your child is at school on time and present for the entire testing day. Students have the entire school day to complete their test. If a student leaves campus before finishing, they will NOT be allowed to return and complete the test. Please avoid scheduling appointments or early dismissals on testing days.
💪 Let’s support our students by ensuring they are present, prepared, and ready to do their best!
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
Our students will be participating in the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) PM3 very soon. This is an important opportunity for students to show what they’ve learned this year!
✅ Attendance Matters!
Please make sure your child is at school on time and present for the entire testing day. Students have the entire school day to complete their test. If a student leaves campus before finishing, they will NOT be allowed to return and complete the test. Please avoid scheduling appointments or early dismissals on testing days.
💪 Let’s support our students by ensuring they are present, prepared, and ready to do their best!
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
What a DINO-mite way to wrap up our Reptile Week—Kindergarten Dinosaur Day! 🦖🦕 Students rotated through exciting reading, writing, and math centers, then transformed into paleontologists as they dug out a “real” dinosaur. Learning was hands-on, engaging, and full of prehistoric fun! #BCEGators #LearningInAction #UnstoppableTogether
🍎 Fueling Our Gators 🍎
This week, we celebrated our incredible School Lunch Heroes at Bessey Creek Elementary!
Each day, they make sure our students are nourished, cared for, and ready to learn. Ensuring every child is fed and their nutrition is a top priority, they serve with heart and dedication.
Thank you for all you do for our Gators! 💚🐊
#BesseyBest #SchoolLunchHeroes #FuelingOurGators
