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It was lovely to see so many smiling faces as we returned to school. Below are just a few snapshots from our first week. It has been an amazing week!. The children settled in quickly and we are back into our routines!

We thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to working with you during the

2023-2024 school year to continue to build on the safe and positive school community that we have created for our students. We look forward to seeing you at Back to School Night on September 7th.

As always, thank you for your time, commitment and partnership in ensuring your child's success!

Kind regards,
Ms. Ponte and Ms. Molloy

Next Thursday evening will be our Back to School Night. On this special night, we request that children not attend so parents and caregivers can fully focus on the the important details for the school year. We look forward to seeing you and sharing more about the exciting plans we have put in place to support our students at Middlebrook.

September 7th

Grades K-2 parents 6:00-6:45pm

Grades 3-5 parents 7:00-7:45pm

Again, this is a parent ONLY event.

Middlebrook's Picture Day is scheduled for Wednesday, September 13th. Robert Taylor Photography Studio will take individual and classroom photos. Ordering will be done online. More information about purchasing photos is coming soon.

Governor's Challenge and the First Selectman's Challenge

We hope you all enjoyed reading many books over the summer, whether it was on the beach, by the pool, or just snuggled up on your couch. If you haven't already, please make sure to complete the survey to be entered into The Governor's Challenge and the First Selectman's Summer Reading Challenge. Click on the link below and enter in all the books you have read this summer and how often you read. You only need to click on the link ONE TIME to complete the survey and it will enter you into BOTH the Governor's Challenge and the First Selectman's Challenge. Participants will receive a certificate within the next few weeks.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdgWeV_KrWgaswg5HKN1RLeGJ0tkzfjthl-tmEcURRXcXdxFw/viewform

Governor’s Math Challenge

We hope everyone enjoyed practicing their math over the summer! If your child participated, please complete the form below for the Governor's Math Challenge The deadline to be included is September 15th. Summer Math Challenge 2023

The CHET Dream Big! Competition will launch on September 7! This competition is brought to you by the Connecticut State Treasurer’s Office as Trustee of the Connecticut Higher Education Trust (CHET). Dream Big! is open to all Connecticut residents in grades K-12.

We need your help to make sure students and their families know about this opportunity to win contributions to their CHET 529 college savings plans!

This year, we will be awarding more than $450,000 in CHET 529 College Savings Plan – Direct Plan (“CHET 529 Direct Plan”) account contributions to students in grades K-12 and technology prizes to schools. For the winning students, we will be awarding:

• Three $20,000 prizes
• 24 $6,000 prizes
• 336 $500 prizes

To enter, students are asked to answer a question in the form of a drawing, essay or video. Younger students will be asked to answer a question focused on improving their communities and the lives of others, and older students will be asked to describe a lesson they’ve learned and how it will influence their future.

Submissions must be uploaded by 5:00 p.m. on November 6. There is no cost to enter. For program details and entry process visit:

www.chetdreambig.com

Thank you for your support!

The CHET Dream Big! Competition Team

Dear Middlebrook Parent/Guardian:

Below are links to the Medication Authorization Forms for the 2023-2024 school year.

Medication Authorization Form

Asthma care plan

Food Allergy Management Plan

https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1676132378/trumbullpsorg/zfhumataikdyhygk2wwx/AllergyManagementPlan-16.pdf

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. Thank you for your help and cooperation.

Jeanne Hoggatt RN, BSN

Middlebrook Elementary School Nurse

P: 203 452-4412

F: 203 452-4432

jhoggatt@trumbullps.org

As we move closer to the fall, please take the time to fill out the TPS volunteer form for the 2023-2024 school year. All individuals seeking to volunteer in the Trumbull Public Schools must fill out and sign this “School Volunteer Security Check” form prior to beginning volunteering. The form must be completed annually. If you plan on volunteering, please fill out this form. Please keep in mind, every cell of this form needs a response in order to be processed. If a cell does not apply to you, please indicate N/A. We thank you in advance for volunteering! 😊

Meet the PTA at Back to School night! Information will be available on how to get involved and make a difference in our school. Make sure to ask about our Father's Club, too! New spirit wear will be available for purchase. Cash or card accepted.

Monday, September 4

No School; Labor Day

Thursday, September 7

Back to School Night

• Grades K - 2; 6:00 - 6:45 PM
• Grades 3 - 5; 7:00 - 7:45 PM

Friday, September 8

International Literacy Day

Monday, September 11

National Day of Service Remembrance

Tuesday, September 12

Board of Education Meeting; 7:00 PM

Wednesday, September 13

Picture Day

Friday, September 15

National Hispanic Heritage Month starts (until 10/15)

Rosh Hashanah Begins

Sunday, September 17

Citizenship Day

Constitution Day

Rosh Hashanah Ends

Monday, September 18

PTA Meeting 7:00pm

Monday, September 25
No School

Tuesday, September 26

Board of Education Meeting; 7:00 PM

Wednesday, September 27

Book Fair - during the school day and evening from 6-8pm

Thursday, September 28

Book Fair - during the school day only

Friday, September 29

School Store, grades 1-5

Middlebrook School Hours

Doors open at 8:20 AM

Regular School Hours: 8:35 AM - 3:20 PM

Early Dismissal Hours: 8:35 AM - 1:00 PM

Delayed Opening Hours

1 ½ hour Delay – 10: 05 AM – 3:20 PM
2 hour Delay – 10:35 AM – 3:20 PM
2 ½ hour Delay – 11:05 AM – 3:20 PM