Weightlifting will be held only on Mondays and Wednesdays for the remainder of the year. Always check for changes and corrections in the updated monthly calendars in each newsletter. The Student Council collected donations from students for the Island to Island Family Relief Fund organized by St. Francis Foundation. They were very excited to receive the money and were impressed by the generosity of the Barr students. Thanks to all who contributed to this worthy cause.
Character education is a vital part of a student's education.
Ask your child about the Purple Hands Pledge and what it means. Once again it is time to begin groups for 8th graders. During the middle level years students are experiencing many changes and with those changes there can be difficult times. Friends take on greater importance but are often the source of concern. Students want support but often don't want to turn to parents as they reach for more independence.