Bear Creek Elementary -

LEVEL UP We want to give a huge shout-out to Ms. Gamill, who truly leveled up this year in so many ways! This week, she quickly organized i-Ready focus groups that brought together parents, teachers, and students. This was a massive undertaking, and she pulled it off flawlessly in a very short time! Ms. Gamill is an incredible asset to our school community. She was instrumental in helping all of our teachers stay on pace with assessments throughout the year and, even more importantly, she helped countless students with their academic language skills. Thank you, Ms. Gamill, for embodying the Creek Credo and for your outstanding dedication to our students and staff!

Last week, we had the pleasure of celebrating a significant "level up" for our youngest learners – the incredible Kindergarten Class of 2037! Our 76 Cubs shone brightly as they participated in their kindergarten graduation ceremony. The students performed beautifully and navigated the complexities of the ceremony with confidence. From remembering their cues to sharing their songs and smiles, they impressed us all. Hearing their names called and watching them receive their certificates of completion was a moment of pride for our entire school community. We extend our congratulations to each and every one of our kindergarten graduates. You have laid a fantastic foundation for your educational journey, and we are so excited to watch you continue to grow and learn. Your next big milestone here at BCE will be your 5th-grade completion ceremony – keep reaching for those new levels!

We are always leveling up at school! This week, we want to give a huge shout-out to our incredible kindergarteners who truly embraced our "Spreading Kindness" initiative, a core part of the Creek Credo. Thanks to a silent auction item from Ms. Magana, some lucky kindergarten winners got to participate in a special kindness craft project. They made two gift bags each, designed to spread happiness and show kindness to others. It was wonderful to see their creativity and hear their excitement about sharing their creations! We're so grateful for your continued partnership in teaching the Creek Credo at home. Your support helps us instill these important values in our students every day.

What a special day this is. We're here to celebrate our amazing fifth graders. Parents, families, teachers, and staff – thank you for being here to honor this incredible group of Cubs, future Broncos. And to our fifth grade Cubs, look at you all! You've made it. Almost one thousand days of elementary school, and look how much you've grown. We are so incredibly proud of each and every one of you. This class truly is special. As you get ready for middle school at HMS, let's take a moment to look back at some of the wonderful memories you've made here at Bear Creek. Many of you started your journey right here in kindergarten, and I bet some of you remember those exciting Show and Tell days! Some of you got to show each other your houses and learned how to use technology really fast. You were so brave, sharing your favorite toys and treasures with your classmates. Then there was third grade! Does anyone remember Ms. Beach and her love for Star Wars? One of you told me you especially loved her poster that said, "I'm out defeating the empire!" It sounds like reading that every day was a great way to get ready for learning. And just recently, in fifth grade, you all got to experience Sky Ranch! Many of you had a modern travel experience. You showed patience and resilience as you returned from the trip. One thing that really stands out when we talk about Bear Creek is how much you appreciate your **teachers and staff**. You've shared how nice they are, and it's clear they've made a big impact on your time here. From helping you learn to read and write, to exploring new ideas, to making school a fun and supportive place, your teachers and the entire staff have been there for you every step of the way. Let's give a huge round of applause to all the Bear Creek teachers and staff! Fifth graders, you are ready for your next adventure. You've learned so much, you've grown so much, and you've shown us all what amazing things you can do. Keep that credo in mind as you go on to Middle School: Show Respect, Work Hard, Be Kind, no excuses as you move on to middle school and beyond. We know you're going to do great things! Congratulations, Bear Creek Class of 2025! We are so proud of you!

We are excited to welcome the former Cubs who are now seniors in high school. They will be visiting the Creek on Wednesday at 2 pm. They will walk the halls of their elementary school and finish their tour with Coach Adkins in the gym! 💛💙🐻

🌟 Huge shoutout to our amazing PTA for always knowing exactly when our teachers need a little pick-me-up! On a hot Thursday afternoon, they surprised the entire staff with refreshing Sonic drinks - and our teachers absolutely loved it! 🥤☀️ Thank you for keeping our educators energized and appreciated. We’re so lucky to have such a thoughtful community supporting us! 💙

Book Tasting at the Creek: Where Learning is a Delightful Experience! Our fourth-grade reading teachers recently transformed their classrooms into cozy, inviting restaurants for a special **Book Tasting** activity. Just like diners browsing a menu, students explored a variety of books by sampling. This creative approach makes reading fun and interactive, inspiring students to become enthusiastic readers while practicing important literacy skills. We love having fun while learning at the Creek, and Book Tasting is just one of the many ways we bring excitement to our classrooms! ---

Thank You to Our BCE Community! We want to extend a BIG **thank you** to our amazing BCE community for your incredible support throughout so many school spirit nights this year. Together, we’ve built a stronger community while having a lot of fun along the way! From playing games at Rock and Brews, trying out the new Portillo’s restaurant, to even bringing our pets along to Lazy Dog, these events have brought us closer and created wonderful memories. Our BCE community’s enthusiasm has made a difference, and the funds raised have gone directly to supporting the many programs and activities that benefit our students and staff at the Creek. A special shout-out goes to **Ms. Brittany Workman**, parent and teacher, who has done an amazing job planning all these fantastic nights. Our most recent event at Chuck E. Cheese was a blast, and we can’t wait for more fun times ahead in 2025-2026. Thank you all for being part of this journey and for making BCE such a vibrant and supportive community! 💛💙🐻

The Bear Creek community knows the way to our teachers’ hearts is through their bellies! We were treated to delicious lunches all week long during Teacher Appreciation Week. A huge thank you to the PTA, our families, and community partners for making this week so special and showing our teachers how much they are valued and appreciated! Monday- Lazy Dog Sandwiches and Burgers for lunch and Coffee and Malassadas for Breakfast Tuesday- Central Market Sandwiches and Desserts Wednesday- Texas Roadhouse Baked Potatoes Thursday- Central Market Steak and Chicken with mashed potatoes and green beans & desserts Friday- Homemade Chicken, Beef and Samosas by kindergarten mom, Ms. Najma, Menchies from PTA and Crumble by Horace Mann agent Alexandra Manuel

Hello BCE Parents, Nurse Maggie here! 👋 As we wrap up the school year, please remember our sick policy. To keep everyone healthy, please DO NOT send your child to school if they are sick, even if you are concerned about attendance. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our school community healthy! ❤️

Did you know that we have BCE students who participate in the GCISD Honors choir? These fifth grade girls have been practicing with students from all over GCISD and sharpening their singing voices. This week, they got to attend their competition and won. We are so proud of the way they represent The Creek! 💛💙🐻

You are all invited to our end of the year celebrations. We are expecting many visitors, please sign up for a fast pass to make the entry to Bear Creek faster. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6r19rTXg0R2RlAo4rwzwt5EWRCN7CYH_mOrkTHqmqEXEz5A/viewform?usp=header Here are the events for each grade level: Pre-K - Thursday, May 22 at 9:30 am (backpack presentation at 9 am) Kinder- Friday, May 16 at 9:30 am (backpack presentation at 9 am) 1st- Thursday, May 15 at 1 pm 2nd - Thursday, May 15 at 2 pm 3rd- Monday, May 19 at 2 pm 4th- Tuesday May 20 at 2 pm 5th- Thursday, May 22- 5th Grade Grade Clap out at 8:50 am (end of the year celebration is at the high school in the evening does NOT require a fast pass)

BCE is incredibly proud to celebrate our Special Olympics athlete, Ahab! 🏅 He was honored at the Special Olympics banquet for his outstanding season. A big thank you to Ms. Workman, his teacher, for all her support. Ahab’s hard work and determination truly shine, and we’re so proud of his achievements! 💛💙🐻

🎨Honoring Our Everyday Heroes! Our amazing school police officer, Officer Solis, challenged our students to create artwork celebrating the superheroes in our police force. The creativity and spirit shown by our Cubs was big. THANK YOU to all the students who participated - your art beautifully honors the dedication and bravery of our officers. We’re so proud of your efforts and grateful for Officer Solis' commitment to building positive connections in our community!

🏅 What an incredible Field Day! 🏅 Our amazing Coach Adkins organized a fun-filled morning where students transformed into athletes, giving their all to help their teams succeed in every activity. The energy, teamwork, and smiles were absolutely inspiring! We’re so grateful for our PE coaches, Coach Adkins and Coach Veil, who not only make fitness fun but also prepare our Cubs for a bright and active future. Thank you for your dedication and passion!

Our amazing third grade teachers teamed up with our school librarian to host a special School Learning Night for families. We enjoyed a delightful story walk and spent quality time visiting with families under the Texas sky. 🌳📚 Huge thanks to our third grade team for their commitment to build such a strong, supportive community. We love how you make learning fun and bring us all together! 💙✨

BCE Loves the Lunch Heroes. Our PTA in partnership with our administration team celebrated our Lunch Heroes with a giant lunch sack full of goodies. Thank you for taking care of the Bear Creek Bears! 💛💙🐻

The BCE teachers and support staff take such good care of each other. The Pre-K team organized the sweetest celebration to honor Mrs. Taylor and her baby boy. We are happy for you and your family Mrs. Taylor.

Thank you to the PTA for creating the best experiences for our Cubs. This Silent Auction winner got a ride in a fire truck to school last week! 💛💙🐻

Just a friendly reminder that next week is Teacher Appreciation Week, and it's a wonderful opportunity to show our amazing educators how much we value their dedication. To help you celebrate them, we've gathered a list of their favorite treats.