Burris Families,
I am honored and excited to join Burris Elementary as your new principal. As I begin this role, I look forward to listening, learning, and building strong relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners. Together, we will continue supporting every student’s growth and success in a welcoming and collaborative school community.
~ Mr. Hopkins, Principal

Burris Parent Bulletin for May

May Breakfast/Lunch Menu

These "special" gems were Educators of the Week in April. They do so much to keep our kiddos doing their best every day here at Burris. Thanks!!

We have some amazing 1-1 aides here at Burris!!! These four were Educators of the Week a few weeks ago. Thanks for all you do!


Check out our Career Fair happening next week at Burris!!!

Hoosier the Bison visited Burris today to teach us a little about what it takes to be a winner!! We shared some tips for our students to "win" this year's ILEARN test. I believe fun was had by all....
W – Work carefully
I – Imagine the answer
N – Never give up
N – Notice key words
E – Eliminate wrong answers
R – Review your work




Mrs. Hamilton was our Educator of the Week at the beginning of April. She keeps us all on our toes and brings laughter to our days!!
Mrs. Nicely was our Educator of the Week a while ago. We are so thankful to have her at Burris!! Thank you for all you do!

A HUGE shoutout to our Math Bowl team, who brought home third-place ribbons!! Way to make Burris proud!!!


Don't forget this week begins ILEARN testing at Burris.

2 hour delay on Wednesday, April 8

ATTENTION Burris families. Another great opportunity this summer coming to Mitchell Community School students! Summer Learning Labs will take place again this summer at Burris for five weeks! See these graphics for more information.


No School tomorrow!!!

Caroline Cessna was the winner of the Arbor Day poster contest!! Way to go!!!
Last chance...

Burris Family Bulletin for April

Today, our fifth-grade students had a visit from Mr. Pfiefer and his band. Be sure to talk to your student to see if he/she is interested in participating next year. I'm also attaching the informational flier for the upcoming event for junior high band.


April Breakfast and Lunch Menu

Honor Roll Students for Quarter 2. We are a little behind, but we definitely want to celebrate their accomplishments. Way to go, students!!




