OOPS!   WE MISSED A BIRTHDAY!  Happy BELATED birthday, James V. (Team 1)

Celebrating a birthday today as well as over the weekend:
TODAY: Caleb A. (Team 4), Elijah E. (Team 1)
Saturday, November 5: Brittany R. (Team 4)
Follow Your Dreams!!!
TGIF!  Friday, November 4, 2011
Here are the day's announcements:
This week is S-P-I-R-I-T Week at Bridges and we are celebrating Red Ribbon Week, and the theme is "It's Up to Me to be Drug Free!!!" 
~Please note
that Monday, October 31, 2011 was the last day to wear shorts.  Make sure you are wearing appropriate attire for the school days.  Please visit the "Student handbook and Guidelines" tab to read through the dress code expectations.  Students will be sent home or given other clothing if not dressed accordingly.
~~Please NOTE: We go outside daily as long as there is not inclimate weather.  As long as it isn't raining and the temperature is above 32 degrees, we will be outside for walk tiem/recess.  Please make sure your student has appropriate outside wear (sweatshirt, jacket, coat, hat, mittens, etc)
~The Prom Committee meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 1:00pm in the cafeteria.  This is for Junior ONLY!
~PARENTS:
  We are working really hard on goal-setting with the students.  Please ask your students what their goals were for the day, if they reached them, and what they will do to achieve them if they didn't!  Encourage students to set specific goals both personally and academically!
~From the Office:  Please look out for a mailing that has important conference information as well as gradecards.  If you have outstanding school fees the grade cards will NOT be released until payment has been made or a payment arrangement has been set up through the office.
~Be Sure to check out our "School Photos" tab to see all the SPIRIT we have at BCA!!!!

Quote of the Day:
Management is nothing more than motivating other people.~Lee Iacocca
SAT Word of the Day:
partake (verb) To participate; to share
Random Fact of the Day:
The first monster truck was Bigfoot, built by Bob Chandler of St. Louis, MO, in 1975.
On This Day in History:
1989 - About a million East Germans filled the streets of East Berlin in a pro-democracy rally.
Math, Science, Technology, and Health Fact of the Day:
There's enough gold in the Earth's crust to cover the entire land surface knee-deep.
HaHa of the Day:
A guy tells his psychiatrist, “I always have this weird dream at night. I am locked in a room with a door on which there is a sign. I try to push it with all my strength, but no matter how hard I try, it won’t budge." The psychiatrist muses, “Interesting." But tell me what does the sign on the door say? The guy replies, “It says 'Pull'”!!!
Today's weather:  A high of 53 degrees with a few gusts throughout the day.

Have a WONDERFUL FRIDAY!



Be a SMARTIE and WEAR RED!
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Good Morning!  Here are the day's announcements:
This week is S-P-I-R-I-T Week at Bridges and we are celebrating Red Ribbon Week, and the theme is "It's Up to Me to be Drug Free!!!" 
Friday: Follow your dreams and wear your PJs to school!
~Please note that Monday, October 31, 2011 was the last day to wear shorts.  Make sure you are wearing appropriate attire for the school days.  Please visit the "Student handbook and Guidelines" tab to read through the dress code expectations.  Students will be sent home or given other clothing if not dressed accordingly.
~~Please NOTE: We go outside daily as long as there is not inclimate weather.  As long as it isn't raining and the temperature is above 32 degrees, we will be outside for walk tiem/recess.  Please make sure your student has appropriate outside wear (sweatshirt, jacket, coat, hat, mittens, etc)
~The Prom Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 3, 2011 at 9am in the cafeteria has been postponed until next week.  This meeting will be for Juniors only and should only last around 15 minutes or so.  Please watch for announcements.
~PARENTS:  We are working really hard on goal-setting with the students.  Please ask your students what their goals were for the day, if they reached them, and what they will do to achieve them if they didn't!  Encourage students to set specific goals both personally and academically!
Quote of the Day:
"To err is human; to forgive, divine." ~Alexander Pope
SAT Word of the Day:
serf (noun) A servant or slave employed to work the land, and in some countries attached to the soil and transferred with it.
Random Fact of the Day:
One gallon of used motor oil can ruin approximately one million gallons of fresh water! 
On This Day in History:
1796 - John Adamswas elected the 2nd U.S. President.
1957 - Sputnik II was launched by the Soviet Union. It was the second manmade satellite to be put into orbit and was the first to put an animal into space, a dog named Laika.
1998 - Minnesota elected Jesse "The Body" Ventura, a former pro wrestler, as its governor.
Math Science Technology and Health Fact of the Day:
Researchers found that every two hours spent watching television was associated with a 14% increase in diabetes risk.
HaHa of the Day:
What time is it when ten elephants are chasing you?
Ten after one!
Weather of the Day:
High of 56 degrees today with a 30% chance of pm showers.  Tomorrow a high of 53 degrees.

Have a Terrific Thursday!

Be a Team Player!  Say NO to Drugs!!!!
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Good Wednesday Morning!  Here are the day's announcements:
~This week is RED RIBBON WEEK!  We are in the midst of our spirit week with the entire theme being "It's up to me to be drug free!"
Today is be a team player and wear team apparel/hats
Thursday: Be a smartie and wear red
Friday: Follow your dreams and wear your PJs to school
~Please note that Monday, October 31, 2011 was the last day to wear shorts.  Make sure you are wearing appropriate attire for the school days.  Please visit the "Student handbook and Guidelines" tab to read through the dress code expectations.  Students will be sent home or given other clothing if not dressed accordingly.
~~Please NOTE: We go outside daily as long as there is not inclimate weather.  As long as it isn't raining and the temperature is above 32 degrees, we will be outside for walk tiem/recess.  Please make sure your student has appropriate outside wear (sweatshirt, jacket, coat, hat, mittens, etc)
~There is a Prom Committee meeting Thursday, November 3, 2011 at 9am in the cafeteria.  This is for Juniors only and should only last around 15 minutes or so.
~PARENTS:  We are working really hard on goal-setting with the students.  Please ask your students what their goals were for the day, if they reached them, and what they will do to achieve them if they didn't!  Encourage students to set specific goals both personally and academically!

Quote of the Day:
The best job goes to the person who can get it done without passing the buck or coming back with excuses.~ Napoleon Hill
SAT Word of the Day:
hinder (verb) To keep back or behind; to prevent from starting or moving forward.
Random Fact of the Day:
The most common name in the world is Mohammed. 
On This Day in History:
1895 - In Chicago, IL, the first gasoline powered car contest took place in America.
1983 - U.S. President Ronald Reagan signed a bill establishing a federal holiday on the third Monday of January in honor of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
2001 - The computer-animated movie "Monsters, Inc." opened. The film recorded the best debut ever for an animated film and the 6th best of all time.
Math, Science, Technology, and Health Fact of the Day:
40 when written "forty" is the only number with letters in alphabetical order, while "one" is the only one with letters in reverse order.
HaHa of the Day:
Knock Knock!
Who’s there?
Rabbit. Rabbit who?
Rabbit up carefully, it’s a present!

Have an AWESOME Wednesday!

Please NOTE: Monday, October 31, 2011 was last day to wear shorts.  Make sure you are dressed appropriately with proper attire.  Please visit the "Student Handbook" tab to read through dress code expectations.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
A VERY HAPPY Birthday goes out to Jon B. (team 4).  Hope your day is GROOVY!
Say PEACE OUT to Drugs!!!! 
Good morning!  Here are the day's announcements:
This is Red Ribbon Week!  It's Up To Me To Be Drug Free!  Today's theme is Hippie
Wednesday:
Be a Team Player and Say No to Drugs (Team apparel/hat day)
Thursday: Be a Smartie and Wear Red (RED DAY)
Friday: Follow Your Dreams (Wear PJs to school)
~A Note from the Office: Report cards will be mailed out Friday November 4th.  Reports cards will be withheld if Student Registration fees are not paid.  Please forward your $85.00 check to the office as soon as possible or call the office to make payment arrangements.
~After today there are no shorts permitted until May.  Please remember to wear school appropriate attire.  PLEASE NOTE: Your child will be asked to change if not wearing appropriate clothing.  If you have questions about our school dress code policy, please visit the "Student handbook" section on the webpage.
~Please NOTE: We go outside daily as long as there is not inclimate weather.  As long as it isn't raining and the temperature is above 32 degrees, we will be outside for walk tiem/recess.  Please make sure your student has appropriate outside wear (sweatshirt, jacket, coat, hat, mittens, etc)
~There is a Prom Committee meeting Thursday, November 3, 2011 at 9am in the cafeteria.  This is for Juniors only and should only last around 15 minutes or so.
~PARENTS:  We are working really hard on goal-setting with the students.  Please ask your students what their goals were for the day, if they reached them, and what they will do to achieve them if they didn't!  Encourage students to set specific goals both personally and academically!

Quote of the Day:
"The only limits in your life are those that you set yourself." ~Author Unknown
SAT Word of the Day:
preamble (noun) An introductory portion; a preface, as to a book; specifically, the introductory part of a statute.
Random Fact of the Day:
In England, the Speaker of the House is not allowed to speak. 
On This Day in History:
1800 - U.S. President John Adams became the first president to live in the White House when he moved in.
1968 - The movie rating system of G, M, R, X, followed by PG-13 and NC-17 went into effect.
1981 - The U.S. Postal Service raised the first-class letter rate to 20 cents.
Math, Science, Technology and Health Fact of the Day:
Unlike any other element, helium does not solidify.
HaHa of the Day:
What do George Washington, Abe Lincoln, Christopher Columbus, and Martin Luther King Jr. all have in common?
They were all born on holidays!
Today's weather:
Sunny with a high of 58 degrees.
Tomorrow's weather:
Sunny with a chance of showers.  High of 53 degrees.

Have a GROOVY Tuesday!

Monday, October 31, 2011
TRICK OR TREAT!!!!  HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
Good morning!  Here are the day's announcements:
This week is Red Ribbon Week!  Today's theme is Be all you can be!  Halloween costumes permitted!
Tuesday: Say Peace OUT to Drugs! Wear your Vintage clothing or dress as a hippie
Wednesday: Be a Team Player and wear your team wear/hats (School Appropriate)
Thursday: be a Smartie and WEAR RED!
Friday: Follow Your Dreams and wear PJs to school
~From the Office: Report cards will be mailed out Friday November 4th.  Reports cards will be withheld if Student Registration fees are not paid.  Please forward your $85.00 check to the office as soon as possible or call the office to make payment arrangements.
~After today there are no shorts permitted until May.  Please remember to wear school appropriate attire.  PLEASE NOTE: Your child will be asked to change if not wearing appropriate clothing.  If you have questions about our school dress code policy, please visit the "Student handbook" section on the webpage.
~Please NOTE: We go outside daily as long as there is not inclimate weather.  As long as it isn't raining and the temperature is above 32 degrees, we will be outside for walk tiem/recess.  Please make sure your student has appropriate outside wear (sweatshirt, jacket, coat, hat, mittens, etc)

Quote of the Day:
Mistakes are the portals of discovery. ~James Joyce
SAT Word of the Day:
calculating (adj) Always considering advantages, often devious.
Random Fact of the Day:
To escape the grip of a crocodile's jaws, push your thumbs into its eyeballs-it will let you go instantly. 
On This Day in History:
1517 - Martin Luther posted the 95 Theses on the door of the Wittenberg Palace Church. The event marked the start of the Protestant Reformation in Germany.
1926 - Magician Harry Houdini died of gangrene and peritonitis resulting from a ruptured appendix. His appendix had been damaged twelve days earlier when he had been punched in the stomach by a student unexpectedly. During a lecture Houdini had commented on the strength of his stomach muscles and their ability to withstand hard blows.
Math, Science, Technology and Health Fact of the Day:
The average child collects an estimated 3,500 and 7,000 calories on Halloween
HaHa of the Day:
TEACHER: What do you call a person who keeps on talking when people are no longer interested?
PUPILS: A teacher.

Today's Weather:
High of 53 degrees with a chance of showers.
Tomorrow's weather: Sunny with a high of 59 degrees

Have a Frightfully Fun Monday!