Bessey Creek Elementary

🌟 Teacher of the Month: Ms. Sabrina Jerrells! 🌟 We’re so proud to recognize Ms. Jerrells, our incredible 4th grade teacher, as this month’s Teacher of the Month! 💙 She leads with heart in everything she does — creating a classroom where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired to do their best. Always eager to learn and grow, Ms. Jerrells is constantly finding new and creative ways to reach her students. She even goes the extra mile by leading after-school clubs like News Crew, helping students discover their voices and shine beyond the classroom! 🎥✨ Thank you, Ms. Jerrells, for your dedication, creativity, and the love you pour into your students every single day. 💫 #BCEGators #UnstoppableTogether #LearningInAction

🌟 Teacher of the Month: Mrs. McIntyre! 🌟 We’re thrilled to celebrate Mrs. McIntyre, our amazing 1st grade teacher! 🦈 Her passion for teaching shines through every day — from her love of shark tooth hunting to the way she dives into lessons with energy, care, and creativity. Mrs. McIntyre has a true gift for making learning meaningful and building strong connections with her students. Her caring heart and clear, engaging instruction make her classroom a place where every child feels seen, supported, and inspired. 💙 Thank you, Mrs. McIntyre, for teaching your heart out each and every day! #BCEGators #UnstoppableTogether #LearningInAction

🌟 Employee of the Month Spotlight! 🌟 We’re thrilled to celebrate Heather Kelly, our amazing Media Assistant, as this month’s Employee of the Month! 🎉 Heather’s attention to detail and unwavering dedication keep our media projects running smoothly and looking incredible. From learning about students reading interest to supporting all learners across campus, she truly embodies our team spirit and commitment to excellence. 👏 Please join us in congratulating Heather for her outstanding work and positive energy — we’re so lucky to have her on our team! 💪✨ #BCEGators #UnstoppableTogether #LearningInAction

It’s time to #FallBack! Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour before heading to bed tonight. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, at 2 a.m. 🍂🕰

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🚍 Third Grade Field Trip – Learning in Our Community! 💧 Our third graders took their learning out into the community to explore the importance of local government! Students visited the water treatment plant to see where their drinking water comes from and learn how this essential service keeps our community safe and healthy. They also got a close-up look at some of the trucks and machinery that keep our town running — including our local bus, paramedics, 🚒 firefighters, road sweepers, 🚛 and crews who pick up large debris, among others. Students had the chance to speak with the operators and learn how each of their jobs helps keep our community safe, clean, and organized. A special highlight of the trip was meeting Commissioner Ciampi, who shared about his role in local government and how all of these departments work together to serve our community. We’re so proud of our third graders for their curiosity and thoughtful questions throughout the day! 🌟 #BCEGators #UnstoppableTogether #LearningInAction

🌟🐊 Star Gators of the Week! 🐊🌟 We are so proud to celebrate this week’s Star Gators at Bessey Creek Elementary! These amazing students have been shining bright by showing kindness, responsibility, and a commitment to “Learning in Action” every day. 💚💛 👏 Let’s give a big Gator cheer for our students who go above and beyond and inspire us all to be unstoppable! #LearningInAction #BCEGators #UnstoppableTogether

✨ 📚 Our 2nd Graders are exploring the fascinating world of Government Workers! They’re comparing two different stories to understand how these essential roles shape our community. 🏛️ ✨ #unstoppable #BCEgators #learninginaction

🍎ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CONFERENCE NIGHT🍎

Elementary families–save the date! Conference Night at our elementary schools is next Wednesday, November 5. This is a great opportunity to meet with your student's teacher and discuss their progress for the year.

Please watch for specific details coming from your child's school.

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🍂 SUPPORTING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES 🍂

Families are invited to join the Martin County School District at this year’s Transition Fair!

This event is designed for families of students with varying exceptionalities in grades K–12 who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 Plan. Explore additional resources from community agencies that offer extra support to help students thrive in school and prepare for life, education, and employment beyond graduation.

📅 November 3
🕟 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 MCSD School Board Rooms 2 & 3

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🍂 Falling Into Learning About Mammals! 🐾 Our first graders had an exciting field trip to the Environmental Studies Center, where they explored the world of 🦦 mammals and 🌊 sea life! Students learned about animal habitats, unique adaptations, and even got to see some of their favorite creatures up close. It was a fun-filled day of hands-on learning, curiosity, and discovery!🦋 #BCEGators #UnstoppableTogether #LearningInAction

📆EARLY RELEASE DAY COMING SOON📆

Families: We have an early release day this Friday, October 31! Students will be dismissed two hours earlier than normal.

View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars

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🏛️ Bessey Creek’s 5th graders had an unforgettable day at the Martin County Courthouse! 🏛️ Students stepped into the roles of attorneys, witnesses, and jurors during a hands-on mock trial experience. Through this exciting visit, they gained a deeper understanding of how our local government and justice system work — and discovered the power of civic engagement and leadership in action! #BCEGators #LearningInAction #UnstoppableTogether

🍎REPORT CARDS🍎

First-quarter report cards have been posted! Student grades can be accessed by logging into the FOCUS Parent Portal and clicking the "Reports" tab and then "Grade Report" for elementary, or "Report Card" for secondary.

View your child's grades and attendance info: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/
Need to set up your FOCUS account? Follow these instructions to claim your account: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/

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🌿 Kindergarten Explorers at Work! 🌿 Our kindergarteners are diving into the world of living things and discovering the beauty of nature all around them! 🐞🌼 We’re so grateful for our outdoor campus, full of native plants and natural wonders. This week, students went on an exciting plant scavenger hunt and documented their discoveries in their super science notebooks! 📝🔍 Learning has never been more fun or more green! 💚 #BCEGators #LearningInAction #UnstoppableTogether

⭐CELEBRATING GOOD CHARACTER⭐

It's Character Counts! Week, and in the Martin County School District, we are proud to recognize the importance of good character in shaping future leaders and building strong, respectful communities.

Grounded in the six pillars of Character—trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship—our students are learning that excellence isn’t just about achievement, but about integrity and heart. 💙

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🌟 Bessey has the BEST PTA Around! 🌟 We are beyond grateful for our incredible PTA that consistently supports our students, vision, and mission, while planning unforgettable events that bring our Gator families together! 💚🐊 🎃☮️Our Fall Festival was totally GROOVY and full of fun for all! From a read-aloud story performance 📖, Cambridge House Trick-or-Treating, delicious food trucks, face painting, blow-up games, the book fair, and the fan-favorite cake walk—there was something for everyone! A huge THANK YOU to one of our amazing PTA sponsors, Napoli Orthodontics, for joining in on the fun and helping make the night so special! 🙌 #BCEGators #LearningInAction UnstoppableTogether

🎭✨ Save the Date! ✨🎭

Bessey Creek Elementary’s Drama Club proudly presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast 🌹

📅 Mark your calendars and join us for a magical performance you won’t want to miss!
🎟 Ticket information will be shared soon. Stay tuned!

Let’s cheer on our amazing Gator performers as they bring this classic tale to life on stage! 💙🐊

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🎡✨ The Cambridge Wheel is spinning with learning in action at BCE!

This month, our Related Arts classes are bringing the Cambridge Learner Attribute of Responsibility to life in amazing ways:
🎨 Art: Creativity is flowing as students explore new techniques and showcase their imagination.
🇪🇸 Spanish: Students are growing in confidence as they practice speaking and connecting through language.
📚 Media: Research and reflection skills are shining as students dive into new books and technology.
🏃 PE: Responsibility and teamwork are front and center during fun fitness challenges.
🎶 Music: Engagement is high as students learn rhythms, melodies, and the joy of performing together.

We love seeing our Gators shine across the Cambridge Wheel! 🐊💚💙

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Save the date, Gator Family! 💚💙

Character Counts Week is October 20–24! Each day we’ll spotlight the Six Pillars - Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship through classroom activities, shout-outs, and spirit fun. 🎉

Encourage your student to show their character the Gator Way all week long! 🐊

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🌟 Shining Bright at BCE! 🌟 Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Allred, 5th grade teacher, for being named the Treasure Coast Student Educator Recognition Council Staff Member of the Month for BCE! 🎉👏 We are incredibly proud to have Mrs. Allred as part of our BCE family. Her classroom is a place where creativity thrives, collaboration is celebrated, and students grow into confident leaders. She fosters a learning environment that challenges, supports, and uplifts each child—meeting them where they are and guiding them to where they can go. 📚💡 Congratulations, Mrs. Allred and thank you for all that you do! 💚 #BCEgators #LearningInAction #UnstoppableTogether