Come enjoy a night of Learning & Literacy with your child at PBE!
March is officially here, and we have a busy month ahead for our Lil' Red Hots! The updated school calendar is now available so you can keep track of all the upcoming events, testing dates, and activities at Port Barre Elementary.
Check the picture to see what’s happening on campus!
Let’s make it a great month, PBE! ❤️🌶️
Check the picture to see what’s happening on campus!
Let’s make it a great month, PBE! ❤️🌶️
he Quest for School Breakfast is on! 🏰✨ This week, we’re celebrating National School Breakfast Week. Starting the day with a nutritious breakfast is the secret weapon for academic success. Join us in the cafeteria as we embark on a journey to stay energized. Don't miss out on the most important meal of the day!
Fueling our bodies is the first step toward fueling our futures! 🍎 This National Nutrition Month, we’re celebrating the power of healthy choices. From fresh fruits to balanced meals, good nutrition gives our students the energy to stay Inspired throughout the school day. A healthy student is a successful student! 🥦✨
Providing "Care You Can Count On." 🛡️ March is National Athletic Training Month, and we are highlighting the essential work our athletic trainers do to keep our student athletes safe, healthy, and on the field.
March is National Reading Month! 📚 Whether it’s a daring adventure or a deep dive into history, reading opens doors to endless possibilities. We encourage all our students to grab a book and discover something new this month.
Behind every successful student is a support system that cares. This week, we celebrate our incredible School Social Workers! 🌟 They are the bridge between home, school, and community, helping our students navigate challenges and reach their full potential.
📦✨ March Box Tops News! ✨📦Help support our school by scanning your Receipts with the Box Tops for Education app!
✔️ Select Port Barre Elementary
✔️ Choose your grade level
✔️ Scan away — every scan counts!
🔗 You can even connect your Walmart app to automatically submit eligible purchases! 🛒
👉 Refer friends and family to help our school earn even more Box Tops!
Let the scanning begin! 📱✨
✔️ Select Port Barre Elementary
✔️ Choose your grade level
✔️ Scan away — every scan counts!
🔗 You can even connect your Walmart app to automatically submit eligible purchases! 🛒
👉 Refer friends and family to help our school earn even more Box Tops!
Let the scanning begin! 📱✨
The COPS checklist helps students catch writing errors
Before your child hands in a writing assignment, go through the COPS checklist for proofreading together. C is for capitalization. Does every sentence start with a capital letter? Are all the proper names capitalized? O is for overall appearance. Is the paper neat and easy to read? P is for punctuation. Are the sentences punctuated correctly? S is for spelling. Has your child double-checked any word that looks tricky in a dictionary?
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Before your child hands in a writing assignment, go through the COPS checklist for proofreading together. C is for capitalization. Does every sentence start with a capital letter? Are all the proper names capitalized? O is for overall appearance. Is the paper neat and easy to read? P is for punctuation. Are the sentences punctuated correctly? S is for spelling. Has your child double-checked any word that looks tricky in a dictionary?
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The photos are in! We had an amazing Black History Month Program here at Port Barre Elementary. We are so proud of our students for their hard work and participation!
Special shoutout to our guest presenters, Hudson and Mrs. Lastrapes, and a huge thank you to our guest speaker, Dr. Nicole Morrison, for inspiring us all.
Check out the gallery below! 👇
#PBES #BlackHistoryMonth #FutureLeaders
👓 Missing a pair of glasses? The office has accumulated a few pairs of eyeglasses. If you think one might belong to your child, please call the school and speak with Mrs. Kelly to claim them. Thank you for helping us return them to their owners! 👓
📢 Check Out This Week’s Newsletter! Stay up to date with all the latest news, updates, and reminders .
👉https://app.smore.com/n/6b0px
Here’s what’s inside ⬇️
- Box Tops - Did you download the box top app and start scanning your receipts? See the March Box Tops News in newsletter.
- PreK enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is now open.
- We did not meet our attendance goal the week of February 23-27, 2026! Please help us to make sure students arrive on time and stay for the entire school day — every minute counts! 🙌
👉https://app.smore.com/n/6b0px
Here’s what’s inside ⬇️
- Box Tops - Did you download the box top app and start scanning your receipts? See the March Box Tops News in newsletter.
- PreK enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is now open.
- We did not meet our attendance goal the week of February 23-27, 2026! Please help us to make sure students arrive on time and stay for the entire school day — every minute counts! 🙌
Take care of yourself so you can care for your child
Most parents and caregivers are experts at juggling the demands of jobs and families. But to be the best help to your child, you must meet your own needs, too. Think of ways you can preserve your energy. You might relax for 15 minutes with a book or pursue a hobby. Getting enough sleep and regular exercise helps, too. So does staying in touch with friends who can give you a listening ear when you need it.
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Most parents and caregivers are experts at juggling the demands of jobs and families. But to be the best help to your child, you must meet your own needs, too. Think of ways you can preserve your energy. You might relax for 15 minutes with a book or pursue a hobby. Getting enough sleep and regular exercise helps, too. So does staying in touch with friends who can give you a listening ear when you need it.
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Help your child prevent a repeat of a poor choice
Sometimes, children make poor choices. It's what they do next that counts. Teach your elementary schooler these steps for recovering from a mistake: First, admit it. "I said there was no math assignment so I could go play at Jamie's house, but that wasn't true." Second, accept the consequences. "I'll have to do my schoolwork and stay at home after school this week." Third, make up for it. "I'll use that time to master math skills." Finally, learn from the experience. "Next time I'll be honest and do my schoolwork first!"
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Sometimes, children make poor choices. It's what they do next that counts. Teach your elementary schooler these steps for recovering from a mistake: First, admit it. "I said there was no math assignment so I could go play at Jamie's house, but that wasn't true." Second, accept the consequences. "I'll have to do my schoolwork and stay at home after school this week." Third, make up for it. "I'll use that time to master math skills." Finally, learn from the experience. "Next time I'll be honest and do my schoolwork first!"
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You don't need to have all the answers
Families sometimes worry that their children won't respect them if they don't have all the answers. But kids respect adults more when they admit they don't know something and say, "Let's find out." You don't have to answer questions immediately, either. If your child asks a difficult question when you are too busy to answer, say, "That's a good question. I'd like to think about it and get back to you at dinner." Then, follow through.
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Families sometimes worry that their children won't respect them if they don't have all the answers. But kids respect adults more when they admit they don't know something and say, "Let's find out." You don't have to answer questions immediately, either. If your child asks a difficult question when you are too busy to answer, say, "That's a good question. I'd like to think about it and get back to you at dinner." Then, follow through.
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Send your child on a hunt for different letter styles
Young writers can be confused by the different ways letters appear when printed. Is "a" the same as "A"? Look through old catalogs and newspapers with your child and cut out uppercase and lowercase letters in as many fonts and sizes as you can find. Help your child sort the letters and paste all the examples of each letter onto a separate index card. Your child will learn a variety of ways each letter can look.
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Young writers can be confused by the different ways letters appear when printed. Is "a" the same as "A"? Look through old catalogs and newspapers with your child and cut out uppercase and lowercase letters in as many fonts and sizes as you can find. Help your child sort the letters and paste all the examples of each letter onto a separate index card. Your child will learn a variety of ways each letter can look.
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Port Barre Elementary will have a popcorn sale on tomorrow, Friday, February 27, 2026 for $1.00 per bag! Please send money with your child in the morning. Thank you for your support.
Encourage table talk at family meals
Experts know that casual conversation at the dinner table helps families connect. Children who feel close to their families are also less likely to take part in risky behavior. But conversation is impossible when everyone is focused on a screen. So, turn off the TV and other devices during meals. Instead, encourage everyone to share a success. Your family dinners may shield your child from trouble later on.
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Experts know that casual conversation at the dinner table helps families connect. Children who feel close to their families are also less likely to take part in risky behavior. But conversation is impossible when everyone is focused on a screen. So, turn off the TV and other devices during meals. Instead, encourage everyone to share a success. Your family dinners may shield your child from trouble later on.
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Get to the bottom of underachievement
It is possible for very bright students to struggle in school. When your child's performance in school is well below your child's ability, it's time to take action. First, talk to the teacher. Your child may be bored. Could the teacher assign a project that might provide an interesting challenge? Work together to find solutions. Outside school, look for activities that develop your child's strengths. If the situation continues, ask a doctor or school counselor how to find out if your child might have learning differences.
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It is possible for very bright students to struggle in school. When your child's performance in school is well below your child's ability, it's time to take action. First, talk to the teacher. Your child may be bored. Could the teacher assign a project that might provide an interesting challenge? Work together to find solutions. Outside school, look for activities that develop your child's strengths. If the situation continues, ask a doctor or school counselor how to find out if your child might have learning differences.
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Use three jars to teach money management
Promote the savings habit by having your elementary schooler divide pocket money into three jars. The first jar is for change your child is free to spend as desired. The second jar is for saving for more expensive items that may take a few weeks or months to afford. The last jar is for long-term savings for big ticket items like college, for example.
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Promote the savings habit by having your elementary schooler divide pocket money into three jars. The first jar is for change your child is free to spend as desired. The second jar is for saving for more expensive items that may take a few weeks or months to afford. The last jar is for long-term savings for big ticket items like college, for example.
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