Dear Brackett Families,
Two newsletters for you this week! Thank you for taking the time to click on these and read all of the information from our PTO and nursing department.
Here is the January PTO Newsletter and Health Office Happenings.
Please check out the amazing volunteer opportunities that are available including Brackett Bank, the Tissue & Wipes Drive, Read-a-thon, and Glow Dance! For more information about any of these opportunities or if you'd like to learn how to get involved in other ways, email [email protected].
Yours,
Dr. Vice
New Information Overview
- From the Library
- Family Math Night - Grades 2 & 3
- STEM Committee
- Spring 2025 MCAS Dates [corrected]
- Calendar Reminders
From the Library
Check out the January Newsletter and Top Books to see what our students are reading and the fun Mock Caldecott study students are doing in class!
Family Math Night - Grades 2 & 3
2nd and 3rd Grade Family Math Night is on Monday, January 13, 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Brackett Cafeteria.
Second and Third Graders and their grown-ups are invited to join us for a playful evening of hands-on mathematical exploration at Family Math Night. Enjoy diverse math- and logic-based puzzles, games, magic tricks, and other fun activities. Activities are designed to be appropriate for all second and third graders, regardless of math background or whether they already love math or haven’t yet discovered how much there is to love.
For more information about this event or other STEM Committee events, visit www.brackettpto.org/stem.
STEM Committee
Calling all STEM enthusiasts!
The Brackett STEM Committee is gearing up for an exciting new year, and we want you to be part of it!
Join us for our next committee meeting on Friday, January 17th at 7:00 PM via Zoom. This is a great opportunity to:
- Learn about upcoming STEM events
- Get involved in planning fun and educational activities
- Collaborate with other passionate STEM supporters
No prior experience necessary! Whether you're a seasoned STEM professional or just curious about getting involved, we welcome you.
RSVP to Jamie Strand ([email protected]) or Tammy Kalt ([email protected]) to get the Zoom link and secure your spot.
We can't wait to see you there!
Spring 2025 MCAS Dates
Families, mark your calendars for these MCAS dates. Please avoid medical or other appointments on these days. This allows all students to take the test at the same time as their peers and minimizes disruptions to the normal school schedule.
THIRD GRADE
English Language Arts – April 7 & 8
Mathematics – May 8 & 9
FOURTH GRADE
English Language Arts – March 27 & 28
Mathematics – May 5 & 6 [correction]
FIFTH GRADE
English Language Arts – April 3 & 4
Mathematics – May 12 & 13
Science – May 1 & 2
Calendar Reminders
Jan 9 – Evening teacher conferences (6-8pm)
Jan 13 – 2nd & 3rd Grade Math Night
Jan 16 – Brackett PTO Community Meeting
Jan 20 – No School - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Jan 24 – Brackett PTO Movie Night
Feb 3-7 – Hour of Code
Feb 7 – PTO Glow Dance
Feb 17-21 – No School (February Break)
All previous family communication can be accessed in the News and Announcements on the district website.