Dear Brackett Families,
I am excited to be writing this message from Denver where I am participating in a National Conference for our new literacy curriculum. The EL “National Conference (ELNC) brings together over 1,400 educators including teachers, school and district leaders, and education thought leaders from all over the world who are motivated by a common vision of what is possible for all K–12 students. ELNC helps educators prepare students to contribute to a better world.” This is an amazing opportunity for collaboration for me, our literacy coach, and other educators from the district.
Tonight from 5-7pm is Family Night at the Brackett Book Fair! We look forward to seeing so many of you there! Please let me or Ms. Alfonso know if we can help your family out with participating in this school wide event. Tomorrow brings Photo Retakes, 101 Dalmatians shows are on Sunday, and Monday is Math Night for 2nd and 3rd grade. It's a busy time! Thank you for continuing to engage with us during this fun-filled season.
Finally, WE REALLY NEED YOUR FEEDBACK – Please provide feedback for our community by taking the Panorama Survey!! If you have any questions about the survey administration, please don’t hesitate to contact the district data coordinator, Matt Coleman.
Best,
Dr. Vice
New Information Overview
- Conference Sign ups
- From the Nurse
- Arlington Heights Stroll
- Calendar Updates
All previous family communication can be accessed in the News and Announcements on the district website.
If you haven’t seen these yet, here’s the …
Brackett Presentation during the November 16, 2023 School Committee Meeting
Conference Sign ups
Next Wednesday, December 6 at/around 6pm (school messenger is slow at times, I apologize), the links to sign-ups for conferences will be sent out to all families in an email from me.
Per the district calendar, conferences are during the afternoons of January 9 and January 10 and the evening of January 11.
Hopefully receiving all the links at once allows for better coordination for families with multiple children in the school. I’m asking that you try to use the times provided by teachers in their sign ups. This is dedicated time that they have to talk specifically with you about your child’s progress and show you work that they have done in the first half of the school year.
From the Nurse
Managing Illness this Fall/Winter
The leaves have dropped, the air is colder, and just like that, fall/winter illness season seems to be officially upon us. As such, there has recently been an increase in illnesses within the school community. Communicable diseases (common cold, influenza, strep throat, COVID-19, etc.) can move quickly through settings where groups of people work closely together, and schools are no exception. It is important for all of us to watch ourselves closely for symptoms of illness, and stay home when we are feeling unwell.
Part of my role as the school nurse is to monitor and help stop the spread of illness, but I cannot do it without your partnership. Continue to encourage your students to maintain good hand hygiene throughout the day, avoid touching their faces, covering when they cough or sneeze, and most importantly, remaining home when sick. If your student becomes ill and you are unsure if they should attend school or not, please reach out to me and I can help you make a plan in accordance with our school illness guidelines.
Arlington Heights Holiday Stroll & Tree Lighting
Saturday, December 9, 2:00pm-5:00pm
The Arlington Heights Community Association (AHCA) in collaboration with the Arlington Commission for Arts and Culture and the Arlington Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present our third Arlington Heights Holiday Stroll & Tree Lighting on Saturday, December 9, 2:00-5:00pm. Rain date, Sunday, December 10, 2:00-5:00pm. Free for all!
Calendar Reminders
Please add the Brackett Google Calendar to your personal calendar system. In addition, we have put together a one page of major events. These are subject to change.
Nov 27-Dec 1 – Book Fair
Nov 30 - Family Night for the Book Fair
Dec 1 - Picture Day – photo retakes
Dec 1 - Brackett Bank Opens! (Grades 2-5)
Dec 3 – 101 Dalmatians at Regent Theater
Dec 4 – Family Math Night for Grade 2-3
Dec 6 – Coffee with Dr. Vice
Dec 25-29 – No School – Winter Holiday