🎶🎵 March: Music in Our Schools Month! 🎵🎶

All month long, we’re celebrating the power of music in our classrooms! From learning new instruments 🎺 to rhythm games and hands-on activities 🥁, our students are building confidence, creativity, and teamwork every single day.

Music isn’t just something we hear — it’s something we experience, create, and share. 💙 It brings joy, builds community, and helps our students shine in their own unique ways.

#MusicInOurSchoolsMonth #MusicMatters #ArtsEducation #ProudToBeHBE
about 2 months ago, Christina Mixon
March Music in our Schools Month Flyer: Features images of music notes and treble clef as well as images of our students doing different activities in music.
🎨 Congratulations to our amazing artists! 🎨

We're thrilled to celebrate two outstanding students for their excellence in visual art!

✨ Arianna's artwork has been selected to be featured in the BCSD Boardroom Art Show

✨ Aubria's artwork has been selected for the Courthouse Art Show

Your talent, creativity, and hard work shine through in every piece. We're so proud of you both! 🌟

#VisualArts #StudentArtists #ArtShowcase #ProudSchool

about 2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Student standing in front of brick wall holding surrealism self portrait
Student standing in front of brick wall holding oil pastel horizon photo
🎉Multiplication Challenge Champions! 🎉
What an amazing week of competition! Our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders brought their A-game to the Multiplication Challenge, and we couldn't be more proud!

Congratulations to all the homeroom champions who mastered their facts and earned the right to compete in the championship round. You represented your classes with speed, accuracy, and confidence!

🏆 Championship Round Results
3rd Grade
🥇 1st Place: Braylon
🥈 2nd Place: Antonio
🥉 3rd Place: Kori

4th Grade
🥇 1st Place: Michael
🥈 2nd Place: Kavin
🥉 3rd Place: Parker

5th Grade
🥇 1st Place: Trevor
🥈 2nd Place: Wyatt
🥉 3rd Place: Lorenzo

Thank you to all our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders for showing dedication, determination, and mathematical excellence! Whether you competed on 2s, 5s, or 10s facts—you all won by challenging yourselves and growing as mathematicians!

Keep multiplying those skills! ✖️✨
Next month's challenge is on our 4 and 8 facts!
about 2 months ago, HBE Staff
A teacher and student smile while holding a Math Master Champion certificate. The student wears a black puffer jacket and has dark dreadlocks. Behind them is a classroom whiteboard with an 'I can' learning chart and a red and white checkerboard floor
Approximately 14 fourth-grade students pose together in a classroom. Several make peace signs with their fingers. Two students in the center hold Math Master and Math Master Champion certificates.
Approximately 15 fifth-grade students and two adult women pose together in a classroom decorated with colorful string lights and pencil cutouts. One student kneels in front holding Math Master Champion and Math Master certificates.
Eight elementary students sit around a large table with laptops in a classroom learning center. They smile at the camera. A decorative macrame rainbow hangs on the back wall, and a red curtain covers a window behind them.
Nine elementary students work on laptops around a table while playing a Kahoot math game. A large screen displays the game showing a multiplication problem (5 x 5) with answer options. Educational posters line the classroom walls.
Nine elementary students and their teacher smile while holding Math Master and Math Master Champion certificates in a classroom. Educational posters about reading and writing centers are visible on the wall behind them, along with a festive wreath on the door.
Seven elementary students hold Math Master and Math Master Champion certificates while posing in a classroom. Behind them are educational posters about story genres (Myth, Fairy Tale, Fable, Legend, Folk Tale, Tall Tale) and a Fox Books shelf
Seven fifth-grade students smile while holding Math Master and Math Master Champion certificates. Behind them are educational posters defining story genres (Myth, Folktale, Fairy Tale, Tall Tale, Fable, Legend) on the classroom wall.
Read Across America — Dress-Up Week, March 2nd-6th!

Help us celebrate Read Across America next week! Each morning our librarian, Mrs. Mills, will read a book on the morning news that matches the day’s dress-up theme. Encourage students to join the fun and show their love of reading!

Monday — Wear animal print
Tuesday —Cozy PJs
Wednesday — Wear Many Colors: Bright, rainbow, or mismatched colors.
Thursday — Shirt with Words: Wear a shirt that has words, a slogan, or a title.
Friday — Hat Day: Show off a fun or silly hat.
2 months ago, HBE Staff
Decorative school poster titled "Read Across America — March 2–March 6" listing daily dress-up themes paired with the librarian’s morning-news read-alouds: Monday, March 2: "Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?" — Wear animal print. Tuesday, March 3: "The Napping House" — Wear pajamas. Wednesday, March 4: "Planting a Rainbow" — Wear many colors. Thursday, March 5: "The Word Collector" — Wear a shirt with words. Friday, March 6: "The Cat in the Hat" — Wear a hat.
🎺✨ HBE welcomed the incredible Kanola Brass Band to our school on Friday! ✨🎺

Our students experienced New Orleans–inspired soul, powerful brass, and grooves ranging from jazz to funk — all delivered with high-energy, authentic, unforgettable vibes! The excitement in the room was electric, and our students were completely engaged from the first note to the last.

This amazing performance was made possible because of the funds YOU ALL raised during Boosterthon!!! 💙 Thank you to our families and community for supporting opportunities that bring the arts to life for our students.
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Picture features 7 band members on the stage, wearing gold, purple and green playing snare drum, tuba, trombone, saxophone, tambourine, washboard, and piano.
This picture shows multiple (100s) of students sitting on the floor in their MPR facing the stage where a band of 7 people are playing,
This photo features all7 band members holding their instruments (tuba, trumpet, saxophone, trombone, snare drum, piano and vocalist)
Join Us — Shape Our Title I Plan!

Help make next school year even better: next Monday we’ll hold a Title I planning meeting to evaluate our current plan. We’ll talk about which activities to keep, and invite ideas for new ones based on recent school data.

Please spend 10–15 minutes this week completing our Title I survey liked in our weekly newsletter— your feedback will be shared at the meeting and used to guide decisions. All families are welcome to attend in person at 2:20 PM, or join virtually at 5:30 PM. Want the virtual link? Message Ms. Silver.

Your voice matters — come share it and help shape our school’s future! 🗣️✨
2 months ago, HBE Staff
This flier shares the details of the post, words are just written in a fun font to say the Title 1 planning meeting is on Monday, February 23rd. Join in person at 2:20 or virtually at 5:30
Este folleto comparte los detalles de la publicación; las palabras están escritas con una fuente divertida para indicar que la reunión de planificación del Título 1 es el lunes 23 de febrero. Únase en persona a las 2:20 o virtualmente a las 5:30.
We’re counting down the days! 🎭📣

Our 5th graders are gearing up to perform High School Musical Jr.! After fantastic shows from our 3rd graders in November and our 1st graders in December, it’s finally the 5th grade’s time to shine.

Our goal is to give every student a chance to perform on stage through grade-level performances — and we couldn’t be prouder.

Save the dates: March 10 and March 12 at 6:00 PM in our MPR.

Check out some rehearsal photos below — see you at the show! 🕺🎶✨
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Students leaning and lounging to stage left in clumps of 5-6
Group of students at a low level, one student standing in the middle, computer is visible in front of stage
Group of students at different levels on stage, piano visible in the front
Students on stage rehearsing for musical, blocking is in clumps on each side of the stage and center
🎓 Professional Growth Through the Arts at H.E. Bonner

Another goal for our school is to provide meaningful professional development in and through the arts for our teachers. Each year our staff attends a variety of workshops and conferences to deepen their skills in arts instruction and arts-integrated teaching.

This investment helps teachers bring richer, more creative learning experiences to every student. Thank you for supporting teacher growth and arts education! 🎨✨
#HEBonnerArts #ArtsPD #ArtsIntegratedLearning
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Sign that says CREATE in front of a window looking out to Washington DC
Two teachers sitting at a table with a straw tower in front
4 teachers sitting a table with markers and pens
This Monday and Tuesday we had the pleasure of working with Arts Now!

On Monday, our teachers enjoyed professional development with Arts Now consultant Simone Liberty, learning dance-integration strategies. On Tuesday, Simone taught our students a dynamic dance-integration lesson — so much energy, creativity, and learning! 💃🕺✨
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Students standing in classroom moving their arms over head
🎨 Every Child Deserves the Arts at H.E. Bonner! 🎶

Our goal is simple and powerful: to provide ALL students with an arts education. Did you know that at Bonner every single child has the opportunity to attend Special Area!

We design classes that are welcoming so every little fox can experience music, visual art, drama, and movement. Arts for every student, every day. 🦊❤️

#HEBonnerArts #ArtsForAll #LittleFoxesCreate
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Students in our preschool classes dancing with arms above head
Students sitting at a table coloring
4 students sitting on the ground playing with puppets
🎨 At Bonner, We Learn Through the Arts! 🎒

Not only do students learn in the arts at Bonner — they learn through the arts. Arts are integrated into classroom lessons to boost engagement and help students access curriculum in new, meaningful ways.

We believe learning through the arts:
* Increases student engagement
* Reinforces core academic skills
* Supports different learning styles
* Builds creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration

#HEBonnerArts #LearninginandthroughtheArts #LittleFoxesCreate
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Three students sitting at their table drawing and water color painting
Two students creating a tableau with an illustration from the revolutionary war in the backgrounf
Students working on watercolor painting
Students creating a dance in the classroom
Mrs. Waring’s class loved using Hear–Think–Wonder activity with an HMH song!

The students were fully engaged and created amazing illustrations. The activity helped them notice details tied to the song’s central idea and sparked rich discussions. 🎶🖍️💬
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Student sitting at desk coloring with pencil case sitting next to student
Student holding their illustration seated in a chair
Student pointing to their illustration showing their teacher
Student workng on their illustration at their desk
Mrs. Stratton’s class brought their HMH story to life!

Students created tableaus to summarize the three sections of their text — capturing main ideas and key details. So proud of their creativity and teamwork! 🎭📚✨
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
6 students standing at various levels in their classroom working to create. tableau of their story
Students with hands on head and two other studnets on the ground creating a tableau summarizing their story
Students working together to create tableau to summarize their story
We are so proud of our incredible robotics team-the Robofoxes!

The students broke into pairs and competed at the Storm the Citadel competition. Their hard work, creativity, and teamwork truly paid off as they placed FIRST PLACE in both Lego Golf and Mystery Robotics! They also received an Honorable Mention award in Mystery Robotics.

The team showed grit, focus, and determination every step of the way. Countless hours of practice, collaboration, and perseverance led to this amazing achievement, and we couldn’t be more proud.
2 months ago, Christina Mixon
Robotics team, 6 students standing in the front row, one in the center is holding a trophy. One student and one teacher in the second row holding a trophy
3 students lifiting a trophy into the air with man in uniform in the back
Student wearing red shirt holding trophy
Student wearing gray hoodie holding trophy
Students in red robo foxes tee shirts, Robotics team posted in two rows
🎭🎬 Theatre Thursday! 🎬🎭

Today we highlight our Theatre class! All students at Bonner attend theatre as part of their special area. Ms. Campagna has been with us for 2 years — thank you for bringing the drama to life! 🌟

Students explore everything from acting and puppets to script writing. We love to see their creativity on stage! 👏📝🎭

#BonnerArts #TheatreThursday #CreativeKids
3 months ago, Christina Mixon
Two students behind the puppet theatre with teacher standing to the right. All puppets, students and teacher are bowing!
two students crouched behind the puppet theatre holding a lion and an owl with a pile of puppets behind them!
Two students putting on a show at the puppet theatre!
🎨 Expanding Arts Opportunities at H.E. Bonner! 🎭

Our goal is to provide as many arts opportunities as possible — beyond the special area curriculum. We’re committed to offering a variety of after‑school arts clubs so every student can find a place to create and grow.

Currently we host 11 after‑school arts clubs:
* Beginner Band
* Chorus
* Steel Pan
* Red Dance Company
* Gold Dance Company
* Red Drama Club
* Gold Drama Club
* Technical Theatre
* Red Art Club
* Gold Art Club
* Set Design

Our students thrive in the arts — thanks to their talent, hard work, and your support!. ✨

#HEBonnerArts #ArtsForAll #LittleFoxesCreate
3 months ago, Christina Mixon
Photo of students playing steel pan on stage
Students playing band instruments
Girls in blue dresses dancing on stage
Students on stage sitting in windows of a cut out of the Polar Express with student in purple conductor suit
Girls wearing red pants and white and red striped vests holding hot chocolate cups on a tray dancing on stage
Set Design - picture of multiple students sitting on the stage
🎶🎵 Musical Wednesday! 🎵🎶

Today we highlight Music! All students at Bonner attend music as part of their special area. This is Mrs. Turner’s first year with our Bonner family — welcome, Mrs. Turner! 🎉🎼

Students learn about rhythm, pitch, tempo, and dynamics, and explore instruments like xylophones, recorders, and ukuleles. Come hear the music! 🎹🥁🎸👏

#BonnerArts #MusicalWednesday #WelcomeMrsTurner
3 months ago, Christina Mixon
Teacher- Mrs. Turner standing in front of a group of four students playing recorder, on the smartboard behind is music for the students to read and play
This picture shows a recorder center, flashcards are displayed on the floor, students have their recorders and are working together
This picture show 5 students sitting on the ground working together on in their recorder center.
Families — we want to hear from you!

Drop a quick sentence or short response below about why the arts are important for our students and school — or share your favorite part about your kiddo attending an arts school. Thank you! 🎨🎭🎶
3 months ago, Christina Mixon
Image of green backdrop with watercolor paintings, two students and one teacher standing in front
Image od Taiko Drummers performing on Bonner's outdoor stage
Child wearing yellow shirt standing at microphone on stage
🎭 Arts Experiences for Every Student at H.E. Bonner! 🎺

Our goal is to bring two professional performances to students each year and host an artist-in-residency week so students can see, learn from, and collaborate with working artists.

This year so far:
* We hosted the North Carolina Youth Tap Ensemble for a school performance.
* We held a hands-on artist-in-residency week.

Coming up: 🗓 Friday, Feb 20 — The Charleston Battery Brass Band will perform for our students!

These experiences give students real-world exposure to the arts and inspire creativity in the classroom. Families — thanks for supporting arts for all our Little Foxes! 🦊❤️

#HEBonnerArts #ArtsForAll #StudentArtists #ArtistInResidency
3 months ago, Christina Mixon
Student body watching North Carolina Youth Tap Ensemble Dane on stage
Students sitting around a table dyeing pieces of fabric with indigo
Students standing in the dance room working with artists
One child sitting at a desk drawing a comic
Students playing with red and white puppets
Our 5th Grade Renaissance Team hosted a Glow Party to celebrate every student who went referral‑free in January — and what a day! Glow lights, great music, non‑stop dancing, and tons of smiles. Thank you to our 5th graders for organizing this uplifting celebration and to all students for making positive choices. Check out some of the photos from the party! ✨🕺💃🎶
3 months ago, HBE Staff
Two smiling girls pose with their arms around each other at a dimly lit glow party, purple/blue lights and a colorful projection visible behind them and people dancing in the background.
Two girls and teacher wearing bright colors stand together to smile.
Three girls hold hands and smile at the camera on a wooden floor under purple/pink party lighting; one wears a green glow bracelet and another wears cowboy boots.
Youing boy with gray nike sweatsuit shows off his dance moves
Two girls smile at the camera under purple lighting; the left girl wears a tie‑dye shirt that reads “SMILE :)” and the right girl shows braces.
Nine people pose in white shirts and jeans. Shirts are matching, with back row of 6 standing and three down on the floor sitting criss cross.
An adult smiles while holding two glowing light sticks and wearing a neon necklace as children nearby reach for glow items on a gym floor with purple lighting.
Wide shot of a crowded gym disco with children and adults dancing under purple/blue lights, a stage projection, and a glowing blue display that reads “GLOW UP DISCO.”
An adult and two girls sit against a brick wall under purple light, all smiling; one girl wears glasses and another has a bright green glowing bracelet.