Benjamin Banneker
Elementary School
Events and Programs
Yearly Events, Programs and Fundraisers
| Event | Dates | Description |
|---|---|---|
| School Improvement Team Meetings (SIT) | Second Week of August | Staff, students, and community members are invited to discuss school improvement. (contact Mr. Szczerbiak) |
| Open House |
August 19, 2024 |
Students and families are invited to meet their new teacher and see their new classroom. (Contact front office) |
| Green School | Yearlong | Banneker ES is a Green School. Various events promote the recycle, reuse, and reduce philosophy. Keep your eye out for our Beautification Day! (contact Mrs. Goldsmith) |
| ELMS/Sotterly Trips | Grade 2 -ELMS Grade 5-Sotterly |
SMCPS Environmental Field Trips for students. The trip activities are aligned with our science standards. (contact your teacher) |
| PTA Events | Second Wednesdays, 5:30 pm | September 11, October 9, November 13, December 11, January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9, May 14, June 11 |
| Morning News | Daily | 5th graders present a news program broadcasted to all classrooms. (contact Mrs. Dean or Mrs. Campbell) |
| Character Education Awards Assemblies | Monthly | Students are recognized for excelling in academics, bus behavior, good character and attendance. Parents are invited (contact an IRT) |
| Red Ribbon Week | October 23-31 | There will be daily themes and messages to promote healthy decisions. (contact Mrs. Watkins) |
| Character Stroll | October 25 | Students are asked to dress up like their favorite book character and (with their book) the student body takes a stroll around the campus to share their costumes. (Contact Mrs. Dean or Mrs. Campbell) |
| Bus Driver Appreciation Week | October 21-25 |
Students, staff, and PTA will take the opportunity to thank our outstanding bus drivers! (contact Ms. Davis-Smith or PTA) |
| Math Team | October-April, SMECO Challenge - April | Selected 4th and 5th graders practice for and participate in the SMECO Math Challenge. (contact your teacher) |
| Veterans' Day Assembly | November 8, 2024 @9:30 | In the gym, students in 4th and 5th grade chorus perform for our community veterans. This concert is for those who served this great nation. (contact Mrs. Hayden and Mr. Sommerfeld) |
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MISA Mayland Integrated Science Assessment |
Second Semester | MISA Science is administered to 5th graders only. (contact IRT) |
| Career Day | Winter | Students learn about careers in a variety of ways. Community members interested in becoming a guest speaker are encouraged to contact Mrs. Watkins. |
| Winter and Spring Concerts | Winter and Spring | Band, Strings and Chorus (grades 4-5) will perform on one night. (contact your music teacher) |
| MCAP - Spring Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program | End of April - Early June | MCAP is our state assessment for Math and Language Arts administered to 3rd, 4ths and 5th graders (contact IRT) |
| Staff Appreciation Week | May 5-9, 2025 | Our opportunity to show the BBES staff how much they are appreciated. (PTA will provide more information) |
| Kindergarten Orientation | May 16, 2025? |
Kindergarten orientation helps children and parents transition to a new school and program by providing information and activities: For children: Children can get to know their teachers, tour the school and participate in activities like crafts or storytime. For parents: Parents can meet with the principal and school administrators to learn about schedules, bus service, daycare service, and supply lists. They can also build trust and rapport with educators and learn about the school's vision, values, and teaching methodologies. |
| Volunteer/Substitute Appreciation | Spring | Volunteers are appreciated for their contributions to the Banneker community! (contact Mrs. Buchness) |
| Field Day |
May 27, 2025 |
All students and staff participate in a variety of fitness activities. (contact a PE teacher) |
| 5th Grade Picnic | June - Date TBD | 5th grade teachers, students, and families gather to celebrate student successes during their elementary years! (contact your 5th grade teacher) |
| Yearbook | Yearbooks come out at the end of the year | BBES publishes a yearbook featuring school events and students in all grades. (contact Ms. Hamm) |
Banneker Fundraisers for School and Charities
| Event | Dates | Description |
|---|---|---|
| BBES Square One Art | October - December | Products can be purchased with student art displayed. Funds go to BBES for the specialists' events and supplies. (contact the art teachers) |
| BBES Student Pictures | Fall and Spring | Student pictures are taken in the Fall and Spring; families have the opportunity to purchase picture packages through the company. Funds go to BBES for class equipment, and supplies. |
| BBES Book Fairs-Scholastic Book Sale | Fall and Spring | Family volunteers help to run a week-long book fair. The funds support our Media Center. (contact Mrs. Dean or Mrs. Campbell) |
| Jump Rope for Heart | Winter | This includes a wellness event. Students seek sponsors to support the American Heart Association (contact your PE teacher) |
| BBES Boosterthon Fun Run | May 14-Kickoff May 22-Fun Run |
The event includes character lessons and a wellness event. The funds are designated for a specific project each year; details will be shared before the event. |