March/April 2017 Dr. Dixon Brooks, Principal

Volume 8, Issue 4 Stephanie Hucks, Asst. Principal

Artist in Residence ~ Bob Doster We are excited to have Mr. Bob Doster as one of our Artist in Residence guests! He has been working with students of all ages for more than forty years and is on the roster of SC Arts Commission Arts in Education Artists. Our students have drawn their “Self-Portraits” on paper and then cut them out of steel using a blowtorch! Dr. Brooks commented, “It’s been fun watching the students experience something that could be a once in a life time opportunity for them!” Mr. Doster will be taking these cutouts and turning them into a sculpture that we hope to have displayed at the front of the school by the end of the school year! Many of the exciting opportunities like this one are made possible through our ABC Project grant with funding through the SC Arts Commission, Title I, and local funds.

Wednesday, March 29 Report Cards

Title I Updates We are excited about some changes we have been able to make to our Title I plan this year with the help of our Title I and SIC Committee. As we worked through this year, we realized that we might be able to move some funds around to better serve our students. We set out to address two growing concerns: 1) media center non-fiction books, and 2) refurbishing teacher laptops. As Ms. Near, our Media Specialist, has provided more instruction for our students, we realized that we needed more non-fiction books added to our media center collection, so we have requested an addendum that will allow us to purchase around $8000.00 in books for our media center. As we’ve moved from SMART Boards to Active Panels in our classrooms and now have the ability to connect our teacher laptops to the panels using Apple TV, it has become increasingly clear that our dated laptops are having a hard time keeping up. We plan to begin replacing our academic teachers’ laptops this year, followed by our fine arts and related arts teachers next year. Both of these changes will help us improve our instructional program.

Monday, March 27 – Thursday, March 30 Bob Doster’s Artist’s Residency

Friday, April 7 Job Shadow Day

Monday, April 10 – Friday, April 14 Spring Break

Tuesday, April 25 Cranium Quest 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Friday, April 28 6th Grade’s DHEC Clinic for Tdap Vaccine

Busbee Students attend Midlands Math Meet 6th and 7th grade students from Busbee Creative Arts Academy attended the Midlands Math Meet at Midlands Technical College on Saturday, February 11th. Busbee students and students from other schools collaborated and completed hands on math games, online questions, team missions, jeopardy, and a spin to win a fortune game. Students had a great time meeting new people, taking part in fun, and participating in the challenging math games. The following students attended: Sabrina Anderson, Austin Knouse, Garrison Helms, Haskell Jenkins, Naahzeikial Mays, Adrian Ibarro Alonso, Aden Johnson, De'ere Fields, Xzavier Mathis, and Alayshia Cooper.

Thank you goes to Ms. Ashley Seats and Mr. Gregory Taylor, both 6th grade math faculty, for coordinating this event for our students.

Congratulations to our newest Myrdis Walker Scholars Inductees: Jamari Wright, Nevaeh Marshall, Angela Adams, Kenyon Burgess, Jay Johns, Kelsie Lewis, Marquise Edwards. The program is set up to recognize outstanding African-American gifted students who have a cumulative GPA of 3.4 at the end of first semester each year. Great job students!

Thanks to our Title I funding, Busbee Creative Arts Academy will be hosting the 4th annual Cranium Quest event on April 25 at 3:30 – 6:30 pm . During this event 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students work in teams to complete a variety of challenges like building structures and creating solutions to fun problems that require teamwork, logic, and creative problem solving. Prizes are awarded to the top three teams. It is a fun-packed great experience and we encourage all students to participate.

Busbee Creative Arts Academy truly believes a student exposed to the successes of others in the outside world, is more inspired to focus on their own talent and develop their potential. For the fourth consecutive year Busbee Creative Arts Academy hosted the Lexington School District Two’s 4th annual Day of Dance. It has been such a popular and successful event that this year the event was extended to two days and opened for all rising 6th graders in Lexington District Two to participate. With a collaborative effort between Jenna Oliver, Busbee’s dance instructor and Saluda River Academy for the Arts’ dance instructor, Kayla Jennings, dance students attended four master classes of dance technique. Master classes were Hip-hop Dance taught by Guest Artist, Jamal Tisdale. Mr. Tisdale has appeared on MTV's popular programs Sweet 16 and Made and currently teaches, choreographs and dances in Charleston, SC. Contemporary Dance with guest artist Joy Scott of Coker College. Modern Dance with Courtney Howard also of Coker College and Jazz with Sara Monts of Columbia College. The student dancers performed an informal showcase to close the 2-day festival in Busbee’s gymnasium. Great job to all those who worked in making this the best Day of Dance festival yet!

Busbee Celebrates African American History Busbee' 8th Grade Performing Arts Company and Bulldog Steppers took part in Lexington School Distict Two's 5th Annual African American History Month Celebration. The program was held Thursday, February 23 in the BrooklandCayce High School Auditorium. The theme, "UNITED: In Living Color", was inspired by the bold style of the 1990s TV show. It fulfilled its mission of not only educating the audience of the achievements of notable African Americans, but showed them it’s OK to live loud, daring, and "in color. "

8th Graders explore SC State Museum

A scavenger hunt kept students competitively engaged and afterwards they visited the observation deck where they put on some cool glasses that allowed them to look directly at the sun. That was very neat!!

The audience erupted with applause, standing ovations, and even laughter as our kids performed. It was a full house (standing room only)! If you ever want to witness the power of how hard work produces growth, just watch Day 1 of practice vs. the actual day of performance. AMAZING! Way to Go Busbee 8th Grade PAC & Steppers! Of course this could not happen without the dedication of our talented staff. Sincere appreciation to Ms. Terry-Lewis, Ms. Oliver, Ms. Flynn, Ms. Myers, Ms. Johnson, Ms. Brawley, Ms. Rogers, and Ms. Kennedy, Dr. Brooks & Ms. Hucks.

They also visited the Planetarium and learned about the universe. Overall, the students demonstrated Bulldog PRIDE. SHOUT OUT to Ms. Terry-Lewis for coordinating and to Mr. Durant, Ms. Brawley, Ms. James, Ms. Wilmot, Ms. Jefferson, and Ms. Bright for chaperoning the field trip.

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7TH Grade PAC Performs "Middle SchoolEd" If you missed this performance, you really missed out. Our very own drama teacher, Ms. LeAnna Flynn, wrote and directed "Middle SchoolEd” , our dance teacher, Ms. Jenna Oliver choreographed, and, last but certainly not least, our band teacher, Ms. Felicia Myers, put together the music, each doing a spectacular job. The production is a musical exploration of the struggles and joys of being in middle school. This slice of life production included the acting, singing, and dancing talents of the Seventh Grade Performing Arts Company: Drama Majors: Jivers, Trinity Moseley, Leana Heck, Christian Johns, Jaianna Smith, Jai'Kalee Hunter, Samaria Martinez, Niurka Tyler, Joseph Muncy, Gabriel Patrick, Timothy Watts, Gabrielle Payne, Tiffany Quattlebaum, Williams, Terran Roberts, Dylan James A very special Singleton-Williams, Smith, Olivia Thanks to Officer Patrick Wah, May Findlay, Busbee’s Stalions, Hunter Walker, Layla Security Officer Swope, Isaiah Chorus Majors: Valentine, Yi'Tavia Bell, Madison Wise, Jillian Briston, Tylik Zollner, Ava Brown, Evana Dance Majors: Chesney, Saniya Burr, Rylee Curry, Barid Gladden, Zachery Gaston, Tyler Helms, Garrison Harris, Dexter Howell, D'Shaun Hill, Imari Ifrah, Walid Jones, Alexandria Mack, Miracle

BUSBEE ARCHERY NEWS Timberwolf Challenge proved to be another amazing archery tournament. Tremendous amount of improvement was made by our archers. Stats as follows: 14: number of archers scoring 200 or better 19: number of archers that increased their score 19: number of archers that shot at least 1 ten (bullseye) Highest Scoring BCAA Male: Jackson Allen Highest Scoring BCAA Female: Lorelei DeSoye Winner of a bow case: Sydney Laboon

Thanks to our Title I funding,

Busbee students were provided an opportunity to participate in the Boys & Girls activity approved in this year’s Title I plan. The event was coordinated by Ms. Stephanie Hucks, Busbee’s Assistant Principal, along with other Busbee staff members. Students stayed after school for a pizza supper and participated in college and career planning activities. Afterwards, everyone boarded district buses to travel to the Colonial Life Arena to watch the women’s University of SC team play Vanderbilt. It was a winning afternoon and evening for everyone involved. USC won their game. And, for Busbee this was definitely a win because many students commented that this was the first USC event that they had ever attended! Everyone said it was an experience that they’d remember for a long long time to come.

Please congratulate all the archers that Participated In the Timberwolf Challenge. We are so proud of you!

Outstanding Fees

Reminder

Students tried yoga for the first time. Ms. Jefferson, Busbee’s English and Language Arts Instruction Coach, knows that students face challenges daily and wanted to give them an outlet to release tension and, hopefully, bounce back with smiles and positive attitudes. She conducts yoga instruction to do just that. She calls this mindful meditation. We will check in with Ms. Jefferson to see how the program is progressing.

Your child may have outstanding school debt. This debt needs to be paid in order for your child to participate in extra activities. For eighth graders, all debt must be cleared before they are allowed to participate in the promotion ceremony at the end of the year. To maintain your child’s eligibility to participate in all of our school’s programs, please send in payment. For questions, call Ms. Curry 739-4070.

Parents of 6th graders and their guests enjoyed an informal drama and dance performance to showcase 6th grade student’s talents and usher out the end of the third 9 weeks’ period. Ms. Flynn’s 6th grade drama students performed two short plays, "The Baker's Neighbor" and "Wolf! Wolf! Wolf!” The 6th grade dancers performed three pieces: Black and Blue, Heartless, and Freeze which were choreographed by Mrs. Oliver, Busbee’s Dance Teacher, and Ms. Kenney, this semester’s dance intern. Black and Blue was performed by sixth period dance students. The dance was inspired by Martha Graham's choreography "Diversion of Angels". Heartless was performed by fifth period dance students and was also inspired by Martha Graham. This piece used body bags similar to the ones used in Graham's piece "Lamentation". The final dance, Freeze, was performed by both fifth and sixth period students. This dance utilized different elements of dance including levels, shapes, and locomotor movements.

Our Goal…We believe in a partnership with our parents, students, and staff to develop the whole child. We invited parents in the Lexington District Two community to join us for Magnet Night to get to know The Academy! During their tour we explained how our arts infused curriculum and integrated approach would help their child develop the soft skills colleges and businesses value. They met the staff, toured our school, and participated in some really fun and exciting activities. And, most encouraging to all of us, they asked lots and lots of questions. It was truly a unique experience for all the staff and genuinely showed what sets The Academy apart. Another Title I Funding Event.

Lexington District Two

Middle School Art Show March 20th thru April 7th, 2017 Hours—8:30 am until 4:30 pm daily 715 Ninth Street, West Columbia This is just a teaser of the talent that The Academy is featuring in this show. Drop by to see the entire collection. We are so proud of our artists. Students are instructed by Ms. Melinda Coffee Rogers, Busbee’s Visual Arts teacher as well as a well known local area artist who proudly was schooled from first grade through graduation from Lexington School District Two. Featured Artists: Top: Talik Brisbon, Left: Stephanie Ponce-Rico, Right: Stephanie PonceRico, Bottom Right: Maria Castenada

With Kindred Durant, M.Ed, CSC, CDF

THINGS PARENTS NEED TO KNOW

Benedict College to host

2017 Summer Transportation Institute “Building the Future Transportation Workforce” The program is designed for rising 9 th , 10 th , and 11 th grade students and will be held June 4, 2017 through June 29, 2017. The purpose of this Institute is to create awareness and stimulate interest in the transportation industry for secondary school students. The four-week residential program is a structured learning opportunity for high school students in South Carolina. The STI is sponsored by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT). This curriculum will include and focus on educational endeavors that will (1) expose the participants to all aspects of the transportation industry and its role in our society; and (2) create awareness and stimulate interest in participants to take advantage of the opportunities that exist in the transportation industry, including highway construction and related technology careers. STI participants will participate in SAT prep courses, innovative classroom sessions, transportation related field trips, and high level transportation sessions provided by transportation professionals. STI participants will also be exposed to life skills training including time management, study habits, sports/recreation and forums that promote high academic achievement and self-awareness activities. Approximately thirty (30) 9 th , 10 th , and 11 th grade students will receive full scholarships to participate in the four-week summer institute. If you would like more information, please see Ms. Govan, Guidance or Mr. Durant, Career Development, at 739-4070.

DHEC will hold a clinic April 28th here at Busbee for 6th graders who will be in 7th grade next year to get their Tdap vaccination. The Tdap vaccine is required by state law. Documentation of this vaccine must be provided by the start of the 2017-2018 school term. Students who have not met this requirement will not be allowed to start school. More information about this clinic will be going home with 6th graders soon!

iTEAMS Xtreme: Next Generation 2.0 at Lexington Technology Center

(Micro) control your world! The Governor's School for Science Math satellite summer opportunity, iTEAMS Xtreme: Next Generation 2.0 will be held again this summer at Lexington Technology Center. WHEN June 19–22, 2017 8:30AM – 4:00PM daily FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE We live in a world where everything is computerized and automated... down to the “micro” level! Explore the world of microcontrollers, electronics and circuits, as well as how to program your very own microcontrolled robot during iTEAMS Xtreme: Next Generation. Robot competitions throughout the camp, such as Dance Robot Dance and Robot Wars, will showcase what students have learned. For veteran Next Gen campers, we’re offering iTEAMS Xtreme: Next Generation 2.0. During this advanced camp track, students will become Arduino Game Makers and learn how to create game tools such as a stopwatch, randomized die, buzzers and sensors. They’ll use the tools to build and play Arduino games. Game on!.

If your 8th Grader will be attending Airport High School, Please contact Ms. Govan at [email protected] or 739-4070.

If you would like more information, please see Ms. Govan, Guidance or Mr. Durant, Career Development, at 739-4070.

THINGS PARENTS NEED TO KNOW iPad Insurance and Repair Charges Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands Many parents have inquired about iPad insurance and After School Programs repair charges should anything happen to the iPad. We hope this clears any questions. If you purchased the insurance, the insurance plan covers your student’s accidental damage for three incidents of allowable repair per school year. A deductible of $25 is due for 1st incident, $50 for the 2nd and $100 for the 3rd. The plan covers the repair of accidental damage ONLY. It does not cover accessories, theft or loss. If you did not purchase insurance, you and your student will be responsible for the full cost of repair or replacement. Listed are typical (not exact) repair cost estimates. A damaged iPad will be assessed by an Apple Technician and an estimate in writing will be provided.

Full iPad- $430 iPad case - $40 Total cost for lost iPad and case - $480 Damaged glass screen - $150 Charger set - $24 Charger brick - $12 Charger cable - $12

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands offers several clubs after school for students. Parents must provide transportation and there is a fee. Contact the PRMS office or see the Be Great Academy web site for more information.

School Lunches Breakfast $1.40 $0.30 - Reduced Lunch $2.80 $0.40 – Reduced Visit the PayPAMS website to make payments on your child's school lunch account. https://paypams.com/HomePage.aspx

Cafeteria Debt Policy Per district policy, students with cafeteria debts of $25 or more will be served an alternate meal. See details on the Lexington 2 Meal Service Procedure flyer. Spanish version Lex 2 Meal Service Procedure

Attention Parents/Guardians of Rising 4K, 5K, and 1st Grade Students Registration for the 2017-18 School-year begins January 25, 2017  

Register at the school serving the attendance zone in which you live between the hours of 8:00-3:00 Monday – Friday. You must have all the following information at the time of registration: Child’s Birth Certificate (long form required) Child’s Immunization Certificate Two proofs of residence (one utility bill and a lease/mortgage) Proof of income for full-day 4K only

Criteria: Child must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2017 Family Income MUST meet Federal Free & Reduced Lunch Guidelines for full-day 4K programs only 4K Screenings will take place in May and June. Students will be accepted into the program based upon screening results. Please note that if your child currently attends a Lexington Two school, you are not required to register your student again to attend kindergarten or first grade. For more information, contact your schools main office or call (803) 926-5743.

6th Grade

8th Grade

5/3 – Social Studies 5/8 – ELA 1 5/9 – ELA 2 5/16 – Science 5/19 – Math

5/2 – Social Studies 5/5 – Science 5/10 – ELA 1 5/11 – ELA 2 5/15 – Math

7th Grade

EOC Testing

5/1 – Social Studies 5/4 – Science 5/12 – Math 5/17 – ELA 1 5/18 – ELA 2

5/23 – English 1

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5/25 – Algebra 1 

Make sure your student has plenty of rest the night before and eats a good breakfast the day of testing.