Alvaton Bluebird Buzz
Last Update: May 1, 2026
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A Message from the Principal, Dr. Butts
April 1, 2026
Dear Bluebird Families,
We are excited to welcome our Bluebirds back as we begin an important and busy month of learning at Alvaton Elementary!
During the first two weeks after spring break, our 3rd–6th grade students will complete their i-Ready Reading and Math diagnostics. Students will also continue reviewing previously taught content while engaging in new learning each day.
As we move through April, we will begin preparing for the Kentucky Summative Assessment (KSA). We are excited to cheer on our 3rd–6th grade Bluebirds as they work hard and show what they know!
KSA Testing Window:
April 28 – May 11
Please see the Bluebird Buzz for your child’s specific testing dates.
We kindly ask that you review the testing schedule before making appointments to ensure your child is present on testing days whenever possible.
Upcoming Important Dates:
April 28 – May 11
KSA Testing Window Begins
May Events
May Events
May 1
School Principal’s Appreciation Day 🎉
May 4–8
Staff Appreciation Week Link to their favorites: Staff Favorites
May 12
Field Day
May 14
Kindergarten Awards – 8:45 AM
2nd Grade Awards – 9:45 AM
1st Grade Awards – 10:30 AM
Variety Show
May 15
Last Day of School
Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We are proud of our Bluebirds and look forward to finishing the school year strong!
For more updates, please visit the Bluebird Buzz:
Bluebird Buzz
Best regards,
Pauletha Butts
Principal, Alvaton Elementary School
pauletha.butts@warren.kyschools.us
Hello Bluebird Families,
We are so close to reaching our schoolwide attendance goal of 96%—and we need your help! We need every student to be present each day unless they are sick or have a special circumstance. We also encourage you to get them to school on time as well.
We are currently at 95.86%, and every day counts. Being at school on time each day is so important for your child’s learning and success.
If we reach our goal by continuing to improve attendance and reducing tardies, all students will receive a special treat in May! 🎉
Please help your child be at school each day, on time, unless they are sick or have a special circumstance. Your support truly makes a difference!
Thank you for partnering with us and supporting our Bluebirds—we can do this together! 💙🐦
SBDM Nominees
nominations.pdf
Looking for fun and challenging learning opportunities for your child this summer? WKU is offering two exciting enrichment camps designed to engage young learners through hands-on, minds-on experiences!
Location: WKU Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM daily Students do not need to be identified as gifted, but an educator recommendation is required
Camp Explore July 13–17, 2026 Grades 1–3A one-week camp designed for students with high interest and advanced ability. Students will engage in hands-on, differentiated learning led by teachers experienced in gifted education. Learn more & apply: www.wku.edu/gifted/explore
Camp Innovate July 6–10, 2026 Grades 3–5An interdisciplinary camp where students explore a big idea across subjects like reading, math, science, social studies, theater, and art. Learn more & apply: www.wku.edu/gifted/innovate
Hello Bluebird Families,
It’s time to get ready for the 2026–2027 school year!
Please take a few minutes to complete your child’s online registration. This helps us plan and prepare for a successful year for all of our Bluebirds!
🔗 Online Registration for New or Returning Families:
https://bit.ly/3OvvY9H
Do you have a child who may be eligible for preschool? We would love to connect with you!
🔗 Preschool Eligibility & Registration:
https://bit.ly/4vvJo6q
Thank you for taking the time to complete registration and for helping us prepare for another amazing year at AES!
PTO Community Yard Sale and Vendor Fair!
Our Alvaton PTO has several exciting events coming up, and we hope you’ll join us!
PTO Meetings
• April 14 – 4:00 PM (Library)
Save the Date!
Community Yard Sale & Vendor Craft Show
May 9 | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Thank you for supporting our Bluebirds and Alvaton PTO!
Recycling at Alvaton
Recycling at Alvaton
Hey Bluebird Families—Let’s Go!
It’s time to start bringing in all of your aluminum cans so we can once again raise funds for our school and help our economy! You may drop the cans off in the Recycling bins in front of our school building beside Door 3!
We are 1 of 12 schools from Warren County Public Schools participating into the Million Cans Recycling Contest this year!
Together with the awesome crews at SA Recycling & Ball Corporation , we’re ready to make a huge impact in our community.
Contest Dates: October 1 – April 30
Our 3rd grade Can Captains will be leading the charge—rallying our school and community to recycle more aluminum than ever!
Why it matters:
Schools keep 100% of the money they raise from cans
Every 70 cans = $1 raised for AES
Recycling cans = helping our planet
If you need to make a transportation change for your child, please be sure to complete the Transportation Change Form before 2:00 p.m. This allows us time to prepare the note and ensure your child’s teacher receives it before dismissal.
Thank you for helping us keep all of our Bluebirds safe and organized during afternoon dismissal! 💙💛
Friendly Reminder
If you are interested in chaperoning a field trip that we are offering parents the opportunity to attend, please remember that you must have completed the volunteer training prior to the trip.
Mrs. Jill McClard has shared the information about this process. If you would like to become a volunteer, please email her at jill.mcclard@warren.kyschools.us for details and next steps.
Thank you so much for your willingness to help and for supporting our Bluebirds!
Talking Points Access
Talking Points Access
If your Talking Points app is not working, it may be because you do not have an Infinite Campus Parent Portal account. Talking Points is linked directly to the Parent Portal, so without one, the system cannot connect.
To set up your Parent Portal, we must be able to provide you with a username and password, therefore please contact our office on Monday-Friday from 8:40am-2:00pm and we will help get you set up. Thank you!
Gator & Other Opportunities!
Gator & Other Opportunities!
Title I Program
Title I Program
Please take a few minutes to view the slideshow presentation about our school and Title I program. After viewing, we kindly ask that you complete this very short survey—your feedback is greatly appreciated!
🔗 Click here to complete the survey
Thank you for your time and support!
Household Income Form
Household Income Form
The Household Income Form is required yearly. Please know this form is NECESSARY to receive funding for our Free/Reduced Lunch Programs, Family Resource Youth Services Centers, Title One, and much more. REGARDLESS OF INCOME, PLEASE COMPLETE. Click here to reach the online form. Thank you for taking time to do this! If you have questions, please call Jill McClard at 270-904-8755 or email her at jill.mcclard@warren.kyschools.us.
Early Drop Off Form
Early Drop Off Form
⏰ Early Drop Off Option (7:30–8:00 a.m.)
If your work schedule requires you to be at your job by 8:00 a.m., we are offering an Early Drop Off window from 7:30–8:00 a.m. This service is available only for families who need it due to their work obligations and will provide supervised care during that time.
To request Early Drop Off, please complete the form linked below:
🔗 Early Drop Off Request Form
We kindly ask that families only sign up if there is a true need, as supervision and space during this time are limited. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!
Please see the 2025-2026 School Calendar that was board approved in November.
2025-26 School Calendar.pdf
Lost and Found Procedure
Lost and Found Procedure
If your child loses or misplaces an item during the school year, please encourage them to visit the lost and found area. The lost and found area will be cleaned out at the end of each month; therefore, it is important that students keep up with their items and check the lost and found area regularly. Parents and guardians are welcome to check in at the front office and check the lost and found area, if needed.
Students who come through the car rider line may be dropped off between 8:00 and 8:30 AM. Class begins promptly at 8:30 AM. Your child will be counted tardy if they come in after 8:30am.
Faculty and Staff Shout-Outs!
Faculty and Staff Shout-Outs!
Each day we hear wonderful reports of how our faculty and staff are going above and beyond, and these reports are something we would love to collect into one location and share! If there is a faculty or staff member of Alvaton Elementary who has gone above and beyond for your student/family, please take a moment to give them a shout-out by clicking here. We know hearing your authentic and kind words of appreciation will make their day even brighter! Thank you for all that you do!
Leader In Me - Habits Family Resource
image0.jpegVolunteer at Alvaton Elementary
Volunteer at Alvaton Elementary
If you are planning to volunteer at Alvaton Elementary, you must complete the training YEARLY. The training is ONLINE and you must email Jill McClard at jill.mcclard@warren.kyschools.us to receive the training link.
Alvaton FRC Ways to Request Assistance.pngRequest Assistance from Alvaton FRC
Request Assistance from Alvaton FRC
If you need assistance from Alvaton Family Resource Center, please see the different ways to contact Jill McClard, coordinator. Email, phone, and Google form are the best ways to request assistance. Never hesitate to reach out. You can access the Google form by clicking here.
TRANSPORTATION CHANGE INFORMATIONAL FLYER.pdf
Lunch Account Information
Lunch Account Information
Please read the information on the left regarding our new payment system, MySchoolBucks.
Teacher Contact
Teacher Contact
Please know that our teachers are happy to help if you ever have any questions or concerns! Feel free to contact your child's teacher via their email or by calling the school office at 270-843-8067.
SOAR Guidelines for Success
SOAR Guidelines for Success
Our Bluebirds spend each day SOARing to success! Make sure to check our Twitter @AlvatonElem often to see all of the ways we celebrate our students for their positive behavior!
RightToRequestTeacherQualifications.pdfWCPS / Alvaton Resources
WCPS / Alvaton Resources
Safety
Safety
If you need help or know someone who does, please check out the resources below:
United Way 2-1-1
United Way 2-1-1
United Way of Southern Kentucky’s (UWSK) 2-1-1 program is a great resource for those who need a little extra help. No matter the needs such as housing/shelter, food, utilities assistance, support groups, employee assistance and more, UWSK’s 2-1-1 team is available to help connect area residents with available community resources. Upon receiving calls from community members, the 2-1-1 team accesses various databases of resources and connects the callers to the appropriate agencies to receive assistance. To access the line, simply dial 2-1-1.
PBIS at Alvaton
PBIS at Alvaton
Alvaton Elementary fully implements tier 1, tier 2, and tier 3 for PBIS. Please click here to learn more about how PBIS positively impacts the learning environment at our school!
PTO
PTO
If you are interested in joining PTO, please check out the website below!
Health Insurance
Health Insurance
Staying healthy is an important part of education. If your child doesn’t have health insurance, you may qualify for KCHIP, Kentucky Children’s Health Insurance Program. It provides comprehensive coverage at no cost. There are many students across the district who qualify but are not signed up. To find out more, go to kidshealth.ky.gov or call (877) 524-4718 – because every child needs health insurance.
Support Alvaton While You Shop!
Support Alvaton While You Shop!
4 Great Ways to Support Our Students!
Shop Kroger
Shop Kroger
Login to your Kroger rewards account. Under community rewards, search for Alvaton Elementary or use the code FJ194. Click enroll and use your rewards card each time you shop.
Box Tops
Box Tops
Download the app and scan your receipts from home.
Promo Code
Promo Code
Consider shopping Minted this year using our promo code FUNDRAISEALVATON. You’ll get 20% off Minted stationery, custom gifts, and more - and 15% of each order will be donated back to Alvaton Elementary at the end of the year.
Title IX Coordinator: Kyle Cassady kyle.cassady@warren.kyschools.us 270-781-5150 303 Lovers Ln, Bowling Green, KY 42103
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