Main Elementary

Trusted Adults Activity- During the month of March, we have been talking about who our trusted adults are; both at home and at school. This all culminated on March 22, 2024 with an activity the students look forward to every year. The students were given bead necklaces. The students were given one to keep and 1 (K-3) or 2 (4-5) to give away. The students were allowed to walk through the school on Friday morning to find their trusted adults and give them a necklace as a physical demonstration of their connection to that adult. It is an activity the students really enjoy and the teachers find really valuable. The adults are often very impressed by the kind words the students share. You have some amazing and thoughtful children!! We thank you for sharing them with us.

Wow, talk about inbox overload! This week's #CreekFactFriday, brought to you by our tech department, sheds light on the staggering volume of emails that flooded our district last school year. Over 16 million emails were processed throughout our schools! 📨 That's a whole lot of digital communication happening behind the scenes. Kudos to our tech team for keeping everything running smoothly for all of us in the district!

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Mary Raffa 🌟 Mary Raffa has dedicated an impressive 27 years to serving our district as a bus driver. Throughout her tenure, she has found her greatest inspiration from her fellow drivers. Over her years with BCS, she says her favorite memories are all the funny things the kids say and do! When she's not on the bus, Mary enjoys indulging in her passions for camping, baking delicious treats, and unleashing her creativity through crafts. When asked about her connection to the Creek family, Mary expressed a deep sense of pride and gratitude for the unwavering support from her colleagues and the community. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Mary Raffa for her dedication and commitment to our team over the years. Her presence has truly made a positive impact on the lives of countless students and staff alike. Here's to many more years of shared memories and camaraderie! 🚌 #StaffSpotlight

Recently, Main and Trebein Elementaries students were lucky to be treated to Irish dancing by Dwyer School of Irish Dance. The schools enjoyed several dances, including some by former Main and Trebein students. It was great fun to watch the dancing and learn about Irish culture. 🖤🍀🧡

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Corey Massarelli! 🌟 Meet Corey Massarelli, our dedicated, gifted intervention specialist at Parkwood, Trebein, and Valley Elementary! With 14 years in the BCS family, she brings a wealth of experience and passion to her role. She has many memories throughout her career but especially loves the senior clap-out events. "It has been such a joy to see former students walk the halls and to have the honor of cheering them on and congratulating them on their graduation. The looks on their faces when they see all the students lining the halls and clapping...and when they see former teachers and are remembered and embraced and celebrated...it's just priceless!" When we asked her who had been most influential in her career, she said, "How can I just pick one?" It all began with my own first-grade teacher, Mrs. Hokanson. She is still, to this day, my favorite! That year, I decided I wanted to be a teacher when I grew up. My mom and my grandma were also teachers and huge inspirations to me. All three had a deep love of children and an enthusiasm for learning that overflowed into me." In her 24th year of teaching, Corey is also grateful for her colleagues who guided and supported her journey. Corey enjoys family time, reading, DIY projects, and cheering on her kids and students in extracurricular activities outside of school. She is proud to be part of the Creek family and loves working with Beavercreek students, families, and staff. "Beavercreek means the world to me personally, as my three children have been blessed to be Valley, Ankeney, Ferguson, and BHS alumni. Our teachers truly love and care for the children of our community, and it's a gift to witness every day." 🧡🖤 We are grateful to have Corey as a part of our team! #StaffSpotlight

Join Us at Beavercreek Robotics Camp! 📅 When: June 3 - 7 🌎 Where: Coy Middle School 🔧 What: Design, build, code, and compete! 👥 Who: 5th - 7th grade students interested in STEM 😄 Why: Have a blast while learning and working with world-qualifying VEX Robotics students, help develop leadership skills, and have fun while learning! Don't miss out on this opportunity! Register now. Space is limited to only 40 campers per session! https://forms.gle/mNx5dTPCUWHZDfWA9

Some of our amazing staff spent the day scouting for talent at Bowling Green State University and at the Southern Ohio Northern Kentucky Career Fair at Xavier University! We're on the lookout to fill several anticipated positions, including: K-5 Elementary Teacher Intervention Specialist Career Tech Education Teacher: Information Technology and Cybersecurity Elementary Guidance Counselor Title I Teacher AYA (7-12) Teacher High School French Teacher Middle School Choir Teacher Speech and Language Pathologist Licensed School Nurse To learn more about our open positions, or to apply, head over to our application portal: https://www.applitrack.com/dayton/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=38784 Please Share!

CREEK FACT FRIDAY! It's time for another fascinating tidbit from our community's history! Do you know what happened on February 1, 1934? If you guessed that it marks a significant milestone in our community's education history, then you're absolutely right! February 1, 1934, marks the establishment of the first Parent-Teacher Association (P.T.A) right here in Beavercreek! 🍎📚 This important organization has played a vital role in supporting our schools, fostering collaboration between parents and teachers, and advocating for quality education for generations.

Our fifth-grade students at Main Elementary recently embarked on an interstellar adventure as they delved into the mysteries of the planets in our solar system - and they did it in the most creative way imaginable: with Play-Doh! They thought it was out of this world that the size of some planets was so small compared to the largest ones! A special shout-out of thanks to the parents who donated the colorful homemade Play-Doh! 🌎☀️

CREEK FACT FRIDAY! Meet Roger Coy! Born on March 9, 1932 (the same year Main was built), Roger's journey through our school district is nothing short of remarkable. 🌟 Before starting his career with BCS, Roger graduated from the Main building in 1950. From bus driver to assistant superintendent, he held various roles, including secondary curriculum supervisor, assistant principal, and social studies teacher. 🚌👨‍🏫 His dedication didn't stop there - Roger's very first position was as a wrestling coach! 🤼‍♂️ After 32 years of service, he retired from BCS in 1988. Bonus Fun fact: Roger's family are descendants of Jacob Coy, after whom Coy Middle School is named. 🏫 Tomorrow is Roger's 92nd birthday. Help us wish him a very happy birthday! 🧡🖤

🧡Celebrating Our school social workers for National School Social Worker Week! 🖤 We extend our deepest gratitude and recognition to our incredible building social workers for their unwavering dedication and invaluable contributions to our school community. We appreciate you! #ThankYou #NationalSchoolSocialWorkerWeek

Reminder: Tomorrow, March 8, is a staff work day. Students are not in school. Enjoy your weekend.

Main Elementary is celebrating Read Across America Week in a Seussical way with fun activities and guest readers in the library. Thank you, Principal Jon Webb, our Supervisor of Elementary and Student Supports Trisha Rahe, for stopping by to read. 📚📖

Mrs. Crouch and Mrs. Johnson's first-grade classes at Main Elementary recently worked on how-to writing. Each student wrote down their step-by-step guide on making a classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich. 🍞 We used their directions to make some sandwiches, but some made a mess! In the end, they helped give us good how-to directions on how to make the sandwich!

Check out this week's "Creek Fact Friday!" Can you name these three teachers and their significance to the district? 🧡 🖤 🧡 🖤 🧡 Spoiler Alert! The image features Edward Zink, Frank Zink, and Otto Zink! Edward's legacy is honored through the naming of the Beavercreek High School Fieldhouse, Frank's in the naming of the football stadium, and Otto's name graces the gym at Ferguson Hall. The contributions of Ed, Frank, and Otto have left an indelible mark on our district. Yet, it's important to recognize that the entire Zink family has also made significant contributions. 🧡🖤 For example, the tree outside the athletic main office is in memory of the late Anton Zink. Also, Anton’s wife, Becky, has kept the scorebook for our basketball teams for 38 seasons now! Do you have a favorite Zink memory? Let us know in the comments!

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Lori Howell! 🌟 Lori has been with Beavercreek City Schools for 16 years and works as a bus driver and BHS lunch monitor. She is also "Rooted" in the BCS community as a Beavercreek High School Class of 1986 Alum! During her career at BCS, she credits Sue Rex, her bus trainer with Kettering City Schools, as being the most influential person in her career. Lori started her driving career at Kettering almost 30 years ago. Her favorite memories include meeting so many wonderful coworkers and making friends with many of them. While not driving a bus or working in the cafeteria, Lori loves to spend time with her family, taking trips to the beach, gardening, and attending car shows with her husband. "I am proud to be able to live and work in such a wonderful community with so many great people. I'm lucky to call Beavercreek home, " Lori said. We are lucky to have her in our Creek family! 🧡🖤

🚫📱 Attention, BCS families and community members! 🚫📱 We're thrilled to announce our participation in Greene County Public Health Department's "Global Day of Unplugging" tomorrow, Friday, March 1st! As part of this initiative, Beavercreek City Schools will be taking a break from social media for the day. This means you won't see our usual posts. But don't worry, our weekly staff highlight and our new Creek Fact Friday post will be shared on Saturday instead. We appreciate your understanding and support as we prioritize disconnecting to reconnect with what truly matters. Let's embrace this opportunity to engage in offline activities and recharge our minds and spirits. We look forward to connecting with you again soon! 🌟#DisconnectToConnect #GlobalDayOfUnplugging #BCSUnplugged 🧡🖤

🐸🎩 Leap into Fun with Main Elementary Kindergarteners! 🎩🐸 There's no better way to spend an extra day in February than with these colorful frog-themed Leap Day hats! Our kindergarteners are ready to leap into a day filled with adventure, learning, and lots of ribbiting fun! #LeapDay2024

We're thrilled to introduce our latest weekly segment: Creek Fact Friday! Every Friday, we'll be delving into the intriguing world of BCS with enlightening facts, anecdotes, and trivia. source: https://www.beavercreekliving.com/beavercreek-blog/itemlist/tag/school

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Meet Lula Kersteiner! 🌟 If you haven't met Lu yet, you're truly missing out! Lula Kersteiner shines as the administrative assistant at Parkwood Elementary, and we're thrilled to feature her in our Staff Spotlight this week. With nearly 25 years of dedication to our district, Lu's journey has been shaped by the wisdom and kindness of influential mentors like Sue Bamford and Vicki Keivel, who have inspired and guided her along the way. When asked about her favorite BCS memory, she said, " After all this time, there are so many. But being 'a security blanket' for a young girl tops her list. "The girl was anxious about going to class, so she would stop in every day to hug her. I would tell her she was going to have a great day! She would smile and go to class." We also asked her what it means to be a member of the Creek family, and she said, "The saying that it takes a village is so very true today. We may not know what is going on in a child's life, but teachers, counselors, office staff, and administrators all working together to guide our children to be good citizens, friends, and classmates is so important. I am very thankful to be part of the BCS and Parkwood community. I hope I have helped make a difference in some small way." Beyond her dedicated work, Lu enjoys exploring the great outdoors with her husband and their beloved dog, Molly. Whether it's soaking in the beauty of Lake Erie or adventuring through Ohio and Kentucky State Park lodges, Lu's passion for travel and adventure keeps the roads hot, as her husband fondly remarks. Thank you, Lu, for your unwavering commitment and heartfelt contributions to our school community. You truly embody the spirit of excellence and compassion that defines Parkwood Elementary! 🧡🖤🧡