We wanted to send a huge thank you to all of our PTA and ELAC representatives. You have created so many wonderful opportunites for our students and families this year and we are very thankful. Thank you so much for everything you do to make Blackford such a fantastic place to be.
School News
Updated Mon, Jun 4th
Our Blackford 5th grade promotion will be held on Tuesday, June 12th at 9:00 am in the multi-use room. Ceremony will begin promptly at 9:00 so please come early to park and get your seat so that you can enjoy this very special celebration.
Updated Mon, Jun 4th
The last week of school is upon us. Monday June 11th - Wednesday June 13th will be minimum days. School will get out each day at the following times:
Tk - 3rd grade 1:50
4th - 5th grade 2:00
Again, all three days of the last week of school will be minimum days.
Updated Mon, Apr 30th
We wanted to take a minute and let the community know that Ms. Denisse's last day will be next week on Wednesday, May 9th. We are so grateful for everything that she has done for Blackford and will truly miss her positivity, willingness to help in any situation and overall amazing support of each and every student, staff member and community member here. If you get a second, stop by and bid her farewell. We will miss you so much Ms. Denisse!
Updated Mon, Apr 30th
We want to send a huge thank you out to all of our ELAC (English Language Advisory Committee) and PTA (Parent Teacher Association) members who made the 2nd Annual Blackford Ball a huge success. The evening was full of laughter, dancing, and fun and made entirely possible due to the dedication of PTA and ELAC. We thank you for everything you do for Blackford.
Updated Mon, Apr 30th
SBAC (Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium) State testing for our 3rd through 5th grade students starts this week. Here are some ways that you can help your student be as prepared and confident as possible. Our goal is to set each and every student up for success. Please help your student with their success by:
- Ensuring they get a good nights sleep
- Having them eat a healthy breakfast
- Giving them some words of encouragement to help ease possible test anxiety
- Make sure they are in attendance throughout the entire testing window.
- Make sure they arrive on time daily
Wishing all of our 3rd through 5th grade students a ton of success on thier tests.
Updated Mon, Apr 30th
Please come and join us in our multiuse room Friday, April 27th from 6:30 - 8:30 for our second annual Blackford Ball. Get ready to dance the night away during this Hawaiian themed event. Food and drinks will also be available for purchase. Entrance to the event is free so please come and have some fun and get ready to show off your best dance moves.
Updated Mon, Mar 5th
Please join us for our first Blackford community breakfast on March 16th at 8:45 in the cafeteria. This breakfast is an opportunity for families that attend Blackford to come together in a casual environment and enjoy a delicious meal. Come out and take this opportunity to meet other members of our Blackford community. We hope to see you there.
Updated Mon, Mar 5th
Please join us for Dr. Seuss Night on Thursday, March 8th starting at 6:00. Students and families will have the opportunity to hear wonderful stories read to them as they visit different classrooms. In addition, the book fair will be open from 6:00 - 7:30. We hope to see you there!
Updated Fri, Feb 16th
Reminder: There is no school February19th - February 23rd. We look forward to seeing all students return to class on Monday February 26th.