Burton Bash Kicks Off Reading Month
On February 27, Burton Elementary held its first annual Burton Bash. The Burton Bash is an integral part of the Leader in Me program, designed to bring the entire school community together in a spirit of unity and shared purpose. This year, Burton was thrilled to host its very first Burton Bash, making it even more special by combining it with the March is Reading Month announcement!
This event served as an exciting kickoff, introducing this year's theme, "Barking About Reading!" It helped students understand the significance of reading, why it is celebrated, and the fun activities they can enjoy both at home and in school. Some of the highlights included:
- Whole School Read: They Call Me No Sam by Drew Daywalt, with a reading calendar and teacher-recorded readings
- Dress-Up Days: Favorite book character, shirts with words, and pajama day
- Classroom Reading Goals: Encouraging students to make reading a regular habit and having a clear target to work toward
- At-Home Activity Calendar: Fun ways to engage with reading beyond the classroom
- Special Visit: Oakland County Sheriff's Therapy Cavalier King Charles Spaniel will come and visit every classroom, reading a book and talking about how police use comfort dogs to serve the community
- Movie Celebration: Watching Bolt as a celebration for reaching classroom reading goals
- Teacher Flash Mob: Teachers surprised students with a flash mob at the end of the Bash to Who Let the Dogs Out. This helped to solidify the fun and excitement that March has in store for students.
Media Specialist Rachel Smith shared, “A heartfelt thank you goes out to the Burton Lighthouse Team and the March is Reading Month Committee for their hard work and dedication in making this event a success.”
