FRI 1/10/25: Remote Learning Day/Optional Teacher Workday. More details in email. Stay safe! #TogetherWeRise
Fourteen Owen Students will be proudly representing us at BCS All County Honors Chorus
Wednesday, January 8 @ 7pm Wortham Center for Performing Arts
Good morning, BCS Families.
With ice and snow continuing to affect travel in multiple BCS districts, Buncombe County Schools will now operate on an asynchronous remote learning day and optional teacher workday today, Tuesday Jan. 7, 2025.Teachers will post assignments in learning management systems by 10 a.m. Students will have up to 5 school days to complete assignments. Students will be counted present for the day/class period upon completion of assignments. If you have any questions or concerns about remote learning, please reach out to your student’s teacher or principal.
Lunch for the day will be available to eat in the cafeteria between noon to 1:00 pm at the following locations: AC Reynolds Middle School, Black Mountain Primary, Emma Elementary, Estes Elementary, Leicester Elementary, North Windy Ridge Intermediate, and Sand Hill-Venable Elementary. Students are able to eat at no charge at any of the above locations, and parents can purchase a meal for $4.75 if they desire. A la carte items are also available for purchase.
Stay safe, and have a good day!
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Buenos días, Familias BCS.
Debido a que el hielo y la nieve continúan afectando los viajes en múltiples distritos de BCS, las Escuelas del Condado de Buncombe ahora operarán en un día de aprendizaje remoto asíncronico y un día de trabajo opcional para los maestros hoy, martes 7 de enero de 2025. Los maestros publicarán las tareas en los sistemas de administración de aprendizaje a las 10 a.m. Los estudiantes tendrán hasta 5 días escolares para completar las tareas. Los estudiantes serán contados presentes para el día/período de clase al completar las tareas. Si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud acerca del aprendizaje a distancia, por favor comuníquese con el maestro o director de su estudiante.
El almuerzo del día estará disponible para comer en la cafetería entre el mediodía y la 1:00 pm en los siguientes lugares:
AC Reynolds Middle School
Escuela Primaria Black Mountain
Escuela Elemental Emma
Escuela Elemental Estes
Escuela Elemental Leicester
Escuela Intermedia North Windy Ridge
Escuela Elemental Sand Hill-Venable
Los estudiantes pueden comer sin cargo en cualquiera de los lugares mencionados, y los padres pueden comprar una comida por $4.75 si lo desean.
Cuídese y que tenga un buen día.
Good morning, BCS Teammates.
With ice and snow continuing to affect travel in multiple BCS districts, Buncombe County Schools will now operate on an asynchronous remote learning day and optional teacher workday today, Tuesday Jan. 7, 2025.
Teachers will post assignments in learning management systems by 10 a.m. Students will have up to 5 school days to complete assignments. Students will be counted present for the day/class period upon completion of assignments.
For BCS staff, 10 & 11 month employees may work or use accrued leave. 12-month staff may work or take leave with supervisor permission. Staff who are able to complete their job functions from home may work remotely with supervisor permission. Clock in/out on Timekeeper may be done remotely. If taking accrued leave, please log your absence into Red Rover.
Instructional Assistants may work from their school building, remotely (with supervisor permission) or take accrued leave.
Bus Drivers/TSAs must take accrued leave.
Due to the nature of custodial work, custodians who choose to work must do so from their school building.
School Nutrition Staff will report to work. Lunch for the day will be available to eat in the cafeteria between noon to 1:00 pm at the following locations: AC Reynolds Middle School, Black Mountain Primary, Emma Elementary, Estes Elementary, Leicester Elementary, North Windy Ridge Intermediate, and Sand Hill-Venable Elementary. Students are able to eat at no charge at any of the above locations, and parents can purchase a meal for $4.75 if they desire. A la carte items are also available for purchase. These schools should make a plan for cafeteria supervision during this time period.
Employees, please use your best judgment when deciding whether you can safely travel to and from work. If you have any concerns about work or leave, please work with your principal or supervisor directly.
Stay safe, and have a good day!
Buncombe County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay for students tomorrow morning, Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025. There will be no buses on icy roads. Check your email for more information.
Winter break is here! Students return 1/6. Wishing your family a peaceful, happy holiday season!
Just in time for the Holidays ! Shop with Owen High's Building program !
Contact Doug Phillips (828) 777-0158
Playhouse constructed by students 8' x 10' $2,500.-
Picnic Table for sale $ 139.00
Adirondack Chairs $125.00
REVIEW OUR SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN and share your feedback. Visit https://cdoms.buncombeschools.org/o/cdoms/page/school-improvement-team for details.
Buncombe County Schools will now operate on an asynchronous remote learning day and optional teacher workday today, Friday, Nov. 22. Visit buncombeschools.org for more information.
Buncombe County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay for students today, Friday, Nov. 22. Buses will not travel on icy roads. Visit buncombe schools.org for more information.
JROTC Wreaths Across America program honors our heroes. On December 16 at 1100AM, Charles D Owen JROTC cadets will be helping the Western North Carolina State Veterans Cemetery to Remember and Honor our veterans by laying Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes.
Please help us honor and remember as many fallen heroes as possible by sponsoring remembrance wreaths, volunteering on Wreaths Day, or inviting your family and friends to attend with you.
Thank you so much for supporting the Warhorse Battalion and Wreaths Across America!
https://wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/166339/Overview/?relatedId=0
2025-26 BCS Calendar Survey - Share your thoughts on this three-question survey by Sunday 11/17/24 @ 12pm: surveymonkey.com/r/BT8NQ8H
Picture day makeups, both senior makeups and underclassmen makeups will take place on Monday, November 18th. SIGN UP: prestigeportraits.com/bookappointment Prestige Portraits has been chosen as your official Senior Portrait Yearbook Photographer. Your school is requesting that every Class of 2025 Senior make an appointment with Prestige to have their portraits taken at school. Don’t miss out on being in the yearbook! You must be photographed by Prestige to be included in the 2024/25 yearbook. We will be at your school on the dates below to offer photography sessions at a discounted rate. DATES: November 18th, 2024 LOCATION: Charles D Owen High School (Cafeteria) SIGN UP: prestigeportraits.com/bookappointment Senior Portraits included in your school’s yearbook will require students dressed in either a Black Drapeor a Tuxedo. Prestige will provide these outfits at the time of your session. Please wear appropriate undergarments under these outfits. We suggest a white t-shirt for the tux and something strapless to wearunder the drape. To schedule your session, visit prestigeportraits.com/bookappointment. On the website (Powered byVagaro) you’ll be able to schedule an appointment and prepay your session fee. Questions? Please email us at prestigebwarea@lifetouch.com. We look forward to sharing this milestone with you and providing outstanding photography and customer service.
pic day
Reminder: Before you go to bed Saturday night, set back your clock one hour, as we return to standard time. All Buncombe County Schools resume regular schedules beginning Monday, Nov. 4.
If you missed today's picture event : Seniors who missed their formal portrait OR are interested in an individual photo session can make an appointment through this link.
Formal portraits for the yearbook will cost $10. You can also call this number, 877-791-1676, to book your portrait session!
https://www.vagaro.com/us02/Users/BusinessWidget.aspx?enc=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
REMINDER: All Buncombe County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay for students each day Monday, Oct. 28 through Friday, Nov. 1. #TogetherWeRise
Owen Middle School and Owen High School Bus Route Adjustments
Good morning, BCS Families and Teammates. Thank you for your strength and resilience in this time of recovery. As you are able, please check your email for an update on the BCS reopening plan.
In-person college application support sessions happening 10/15 & 10/16.
BCS families and staff, please see this video message from Superintendent Dr. Rob Jackson about Buncombe County Schools’ ongoing recovery efforts in response to Hurricane Helene.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSt6DDLT8hw