Bonlee

Sunday Sparks-February 15, 2026

Lighting the way for our Dragons – Celebrations, news, and what’s coming next.

💫A Note from the Principal

Great afternoon Bonlee Families,

This week was a wonderful reminder of the power of engaging learning, from our 2nd graders sharing their fossil research, to our exciting Author Visit, to the anticipation building for Peter Pan. Our students continue to grow, lead, and shine each day.

During February, we celebrate Black History Month, honoring the rich history, lasting contributions, and continued impact of African Americans on our nation and communities.

Thank you for your partnership and support. Together, we will continue to Elevate: Rise Above, Reach Higher for every child.

It’s a great time to be a Dragon! 🔥🐉

🎉 Celebrations

🌟 Celebrations at Bonlee 🌟

🦴 2nd Grade EL Fossil Presentation
Our 2nd graders proudly presented their EL curriculum learning on fossils and paleontologists to families, showcasing research and hands-on discoveries with confidence!

🦕 Paleontologist Visit
Charlie and Pamela Causey visited Bonlee, bringing authentic fossils and real-world expertise that made science come alive for our students.

🎭 Peter Pan Sneak Peek
Our 3rd graders enjoyed a sneak peek of Peter Pan and are now ready for the full performance this Thursday and Friday! Be sure to grab your tickets and join us for the show!

🔥 Dragons on FIRE
Students continue modeling our FIRE expectations: Friendly, Integrity, Respectful, and Effort, strengthening our culture each day.

📢 News Families Need to Know

📚 Learning at Home

Families can support continued growth by making daily reading part of the after-school or evening routine, whether reading aloud together or encouraging independent reading time. Consistent reading at home strengthens fluency, comprehension, and confidence.

📣 District Parent Advisory Council (PAC)
The next District PAC meeting will be held on Thursday, February 19, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Bonlee’s PAC representative is Latasha Degraffenreaidt, the proud parent of a fourth-grade student at Bonlee. Each month, she meets with district personnel at Central Services to discuss topics impacting our schools.

If you have questions, concerns, or topics you would like her to bring forward for discussion, please submit them using the Google Form here.

📣 New Communication Platform – Talking Points
Beginning March 2, 2026, Bonlee School will transition from Remind to Talking Points as our communication platform. After this date, Remind will no longer be used. Additional information will be shared in the coming weeks to help families prepare for the transition.

🏐⚾ Volleyball & Baseball Tryouts

Baseball and Volleyball tryouts will both begin on Monday, 2/23 at 3:30 PM.

🔥 YMCA

Registration for the 2026–2027 YMCA programs opens March 1 for members and March 15 for non-members. Financial assistance applications will also open on March 15 for all programs.

The summer camp season is also approaching, and information will be shared through newsletters, flyers, and signage. Please help us spread the word about these enrichment opportunities for our students and families.

🍪🔥 Bonlee Cookie Fundraiser Is LIVE! 🔥🍪
February 2–February 28

Our Cookie Fundraiser is underway, and we need EVERY Dragon’s help to make it a sweet success!

💻 How to Support:
• Shop our online store at www.iraisemore.com (Enter Group ID: 35356)
• Share the link with friends and family by text, email, or social media — adding a personal message makes a BIG difference!

The more you share, the more you sell!

🍕 Incentive Alert!
The class with the highest average sales (total sales ÷ total students) will earn a PIZZA PARTY!

Let’s work together and show our Dragon spirit — every order counts! 🔥🐉

📅 What’s Coming Next

Monday, February 16th-Teacher Workday (No School)

Monday, February 16th-AWAY Girls Basketball game at Chatham Middle @ 5:00

Tuesday, February 17th-Monthly AVID Meeting @ 3:30

Tuesday, February 17th-AWAY Boys Basketball game at Pollard @ 5:00

Tuesday, February 17th-Bonlee PTA Meeting @ 6:00

Thursday, February 19th-Bonlee Drama Club Presents Peter Pan @ 5:30

Thursday, February 19th-Parent Advisory (PAC) @⋅6:00

Friday, February 20th- Bonlee Drama Club Presents Peter Pan @ 7:00

Monday, February 23rd-Beta Hat Day

Monday, February 23rd-Volleyball & Baseball Tryouts @ 3:30

Monday, February 23rd-PTA Worknight @ 6:00

Tuesday, February 24th-NC Check In #2-8th Science

Wednesday, February 25th-Bonlee Spring Pictures (including class pictures)

Friday, February 27th-PTA Worknight @ 6:30

Monday, March 2nd-Friday, March 6th- Read Across America Week

Tuesday, March 10th-PTA Meeting & Literacy Night

Tuesday, April 14th-PTA Meeting/Duke NC Energy Science Night

☀️ End-of-Year Save the Dates

Please mark your calendars for upcoming End-of-Grade (EOG) assessments:

Thursday, May 28: Reading EOG (Grades 3–8)

Friday, May 29: Math EOG (Grades 3–8)

Tuesday, June 2: Science EOG (Grades 5 & 8)

PTA

For Students/Families:

PTA Work Night sign ups for February are available…

Let keep our presence strong and numbers growing.

Also sorting training will be scheduled soon. If you prefer to volunteer during the day email BonleeSchoolPTAThriftStore@gmail.com to be added to that notification.

Thanks to your ongoing efforts 33 teachers/staff will receive reimbursement for classroom costs that benefit our students!

Box Top$ - we are at 30% of our goal with half the school year left. Here’s your reminder it’s time to join the February Challange and make the bonus offers work for us!

Friend referrals are still being accepted, please use code O47F7E0M!

Our next PTA Board Meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 17. Please contact Lauren at bonleeschoolpta@gmail.com to receive the Google Meet link.

Sincerely,

Lauren