NBMS Weekly MESSAGE

Greetings Parents and Guardians,

I hope this e-mail finds you and your family well.

1st Marking Period: The first marking period ends this Wednesday. Please consistently review your students’ Home Access. We request that throughout the year, parents encourage students to earn a grade of at least 70% or higher.

2nd Marking Period: Please note that the 2nd marking period starts Thursday (10/31)and everyone starts with 100%. I suggest that if a student earns below 80% that they speak to the teacher and ask what they could do to get their grade up. Our goal is to set students up for success.

Parent and Teacher Conferences: We are excited that parent and teacher conferences are scheduled for Monday, November 25 from 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., and Tuesday, November 26 from 12:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (spaces are limited). Please click this link for Parent Teacher Conferences - https://ptcfast.com/manage_conference.php.

Perfume and Cologne: We have noticed that students are starting to bring and spray perfume and cologne in school, and this is becoming disruptive. Although we appreciate students wanting to feel and smell fresh, this is affecting some students’ health. Therefore, we propose students leave their perfume and cologne bottles at home. If perfume and cologne continue to become an issue, the perfume or cologne bottle will be confiscated.

Trick or Treat Candy: We know that Trick or Treat is scheduled for Thursday in our community and students will collect a lot of candy. Students are not permitted to bring bags of candy to school. Anyone caught with a bag of candy will have their bag of candy confiscated

Hats and Hoods: Hats and hoods are not permitted to be worn in the building because this is a safety issue. We make announcements so please encourage your student to comply or consequences will be issued. If there is a medical or religious reason , please send an e-mail to robertse@casdschools.org.

Student Absences: Please be advised that if you go on vacation when school is in session, teachers cannot supply work early; however, students are expected to make up the missing work a few days after they return to school.

Kind Regards,

Dr. Eugenia Roberts, Principal

E-Mail Address: robertse@casdschools.org

Phone Number: 610-383-3745

Weekly Schedule - October 28 - November 1, 2024

Monday, October 28, Day 1 - Red Ribbon Week (Red Day - Wear Red)

Tuesday, October 29: Day 2 - Red Ribbon Week - Be a Healthy Role Model (students dress up as teachers and teachers dress up as students)

Wednesday, October 30: Day 3 - Red Ribbon Week Team up Against Drugs (wear your favorite team apparel)

Thursday, October 31: Day 4 - Red Ribbon Week - Boo to Drugs - wear black and orange {Costumes and face painting are not emitted)

Friday,November 1: Day 5

FYI: School is closed November 5, Election Day

Thank you parents, students, Title I Committee, PBIS and Student Counsel for attending our first family engagement activity. In addition to the movie, Ms. Nafe (Reading Specialist) presented information regarding NBMS assessments, and how to access information so parents can help their student to achieve. Below, please find Ms. Nafe's power-point presentation..

Students may purchase tickets during lunches for $5 cash with their signed permission slip, OR parents may pay and complete digital permission slip through REVTRAK:

https://coatesvillearea.revtrak.net/ms/nbm/#/f/nbms-hollywood-night-dance

Direct Link to digital Permission Slip:

https://coatesvillearea.revtrak.net/ms/nbm/#/f/nbms-hollywood-night-dance

No Refunds!

The Coatesville Interact Club, in tandem with the Rotary Club of Coatesville, are sponsoring a month-long coat drive starting Monday, October 14. New and gently used coats are being collected and the coats will be distributed to kids, teens, and adults IN OUR OWN school district.

Thank you in advance for your support!

We need your help recreating our PTO. We need parents involved to help support students’ activities and teacher support. Your input is important so please read the attached document and provide feedback.

Our next meeting is Thursday, November 7 at 5:00 p.m. at NBMS and also via Zoom. Please send me an e-mail, if you would like the zoom link. We plan to review the final PTO Guidelines (see attached), nominate officers and plan for future meetings.

Thank you in advance for your participation

North Brandywine students have a new Canvas course called “Science Fair!” This shows students the steps to complete a project to enter the North Brandywine Middle School Science Fair which will be held during the school day on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 (Snow Date- Thursday, January 16, 2025).

Our school science fair is a feeder fair for the Chester County Science and Engineering Fair (called the Rorke-Adams Fair for students in grades 6-12) which will take place on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. The top five projects from each grade may move on to the next level. (NOTE- only two team projects for each grade may move on).

The student's first step is to have an adult complete the Science Fair Interest Form. This is STEP 1 in the Science Fair Canvas course or follow this link to complete the Science Fair Interest Form with adult help.

After completing the Interest Form, students may move on to STEP 2 in the Science Fair Canvas course, which is also linked here > My Research Plan.

All research plans must be approved before starting!! Also, several International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) forms must be completed before actual experimenting begins, if you plan to move on to the county-level fair.

Please see the Science Fair Canvas course for all details. Contact Mrs. Canning with any questions at canningj@casdschools.org, or you can send a message through the Science Fair Canvas course.

GOOD LUCK!!! Let's represent CASD!

* Open to all students.

• No art talent is necessary, just a desire to create art.

• Art club makes personal art projects, art for the school and school plays

• Art club meets the 1st & 3rd Thursday from 2:30 – 3:30 pm 10/17, 11/7, 11/21, 12/5, 12/19, ½, 1/16, 2/6, 2/20,3/6, 3/20 & 4/3.

• If there is a cancellation, students will be notified via the morning or afternoon announcements.

• Transportation is not provided.

• Students are not required to participate every week • Return signed permission slip (attached) to Mrs. Pierce in room 33B

Documentation Required for Absence, Lateness or Early Dismissal

A) A note from a parent is required following any absences. The sending of a note, in and of itself, does not make an absence, lateness or early dismissal excusable.

B) Absences for three (3) or more consecutive days may require a physician’s excuse.

C) Parents/guardians and students should submit written excuse within three (3) school days of the absence.

D) If a written explanation is not submitted within this period, the absence becomes unlawful.

Cumulative Lawful Absences

A) After an accumulation of ten (10) days of absences in one school year, a physician’s excuse and parental conference may be requested.

School Response to Unlawful Absences

A) First Unlawful Absence: Parent/guardian is sent notice via regular mail, phone call or email of unlawful absence.

B) Second Unlawful Absence: Parent/guardian is sent second notice via regular mail, phone call or email of unlawful absence.

C) Third Unlawful Absence: Parent/guardian is sent third notice of unlawful absence by certified mail providing “official notice of child’s third illegal absence.”

Act 138 or 2016 provides that parent/guardians or persons in parental relation, having charge of any child of compulsory school age who fails to comply with the provisions of this act regarding compulsory attendance may be fined:

A) Up to three hundred dollars ($300) per offense plus court costs for the first offense • Up to five hundred dollars ($500) for the second offense

B) Up to seven hundred and fifty dollars ($750) for a third and any subsequent offenses • Or be sentenced to complete a parenting education program

'C) And in default of payment of such fines, costs, or completion of the parent education program by the person so offending shall be sentenced to the county jail for not exceeding three (3) days.

The CASD will continue to use the Bus Status App to notify parents/guardians and schools of delayed buses.

Please click the attachment for directions to download the app.

As we continue to embrace technology as an integral part of our educational environment, we want to ensure that your child’s school-issued device is well-protected. To this end, in leu of our previous TIF, we are offering optional insurance coverage for these devices to help mitigate any potential costs associated with accidental damage, loss, or theft, outside of any warranty covered repairs.

Why Device Insurance?

School-issued devices are an important tool for learning, and while we strive to take great care of them, accidents can happen. Device insurance provides peace of mind and financial protection by covering repair or replacement costs due to unforeseen circumstances.

What computer insurance covers

A stand-alone computer insurance policy through Progressive includes coverage for perils (laptop theft, vandalism, fire damage, and more) and unexpected accidents such as:

• Water damage (including liquid spills and submersion)
• Damage from dropping or stepping on your laptop
• Power surges due to lightning

What laptop insurance doesn't cover

Laptop insurance doesn't cover everything. Some exclusions are:

• Computer viruses
• Wear and tear or corrosion
• Software issues
• Blatant neglect

All policies and claims are the sole ownership of the Parents and Guardians. Complete details and common questions can be found at the following link: https://www.progressive.com/electronic-device-insurance/computer-laptop-insurance/

Lastly, for anyone that has already paid a TIF for the 2024-2025 school year, the district will be issuing those families a full refund.

Sincerely,

CASD Office of Technology

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is excited to offer the 7th grade initiative as a free YMCA membership to all 7th grade students. The goal of the 7th grade initiative is to inspire youth to discover their passions , develop a healthy lifestyle, and gain the assets to avoid risky behaviors and success in school and also in life.

Step Up, Step Out, Make a Difference (SUSO) is an Empowerment, Self-Care, Leadership afterschool program for girls in 7th - 8th grade that Arts Holding Hands and Hearts (AHHAH) launched last year. This year the program is held at the Coatesville Y on Wednesdays from 3:30-5:30. Every girl who is part of the program receives a free membership to the Y.

Originally, the program was for girls in 8th-12th grade. Last week the girls in the program shared shared with their director how 8th grade is one of the most difficult years and to help transition into 8th grade, it would be very impactful if the program was offered to 7th grade girls. This program is girl driven. They talked and we listened, so now the program is for girls in 7th -12th grade.

Attached is a flyer for the program with the dates.

The Home Access online registration is is open. This feature allows new families in our district to register for Home Access and create their own username, password, and security questions. Attached, please find the instructions in both English and Spanish. The only change to these instructions is that you will need to select our district from the drop-down menu on the initial registration screen.

North Brandywine Middle School

Website: www.casdschools.org/north

Location: 256 Reeceville Road, Coateille, Pa. 19320

Phone Number: 610-383-3745

Dr. Eugenia Roberts, Principal. E-mail Address: robertse@casdschools.org

Ms. Kathy Kadel, Principal's Secretary. E-Mail Address: kadelk@casdschools.org

Dr. Wilson Lambert, Assistant Principal. E-Mail Address: lambertw@casdschools.org

Ms. Theresa Eller, Assistant Principal's Secretary. E-Mail Address: ellert@casdschools.org

Ms. Jaclyn Dzedzy, Guidance Counselor. E-Mail Address: dzedzyj@casdschools.org

Ms. Patty Nelms, School Nurse. E-mail Address: nelms@casdschools.org

Ms. Jennifer Lally, Technology Specialist. E-mail Address: lallyj@casdschools.org