Brimfield Elementary Newsletter

We will foster a fun and caring environment that promotes kindness, respect, and compassion for one another, while striving to achieve academic growth.

To empower one another to make a positive impact in the world.

Happy Friday! As we wrap up another week at Brimfield Elementary, I want to take a moment to thank each of you for your continued support and involvement in our school community. It’s been a great week filled with learning, laughter, and growth.

I’m excited to remind you that our Principal's fundraiser is currently underway. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to our school and enhance the educational experience for all our students. Your participation makes a significant difference!

If you find yourself in a situation where you think you may need some assistance this holiday season, please reach out to us. While we are not always able to help, most of the time we can connect you with resources and organizations who can help lighten the load.

Also, please mark your calendars for our upcoming PTA meeting on October 2nd. We look forward to seeing you there, sharing updates, and discussing ways we can work together to support our children’s education.

Happy Fall!

Brimfield is hosting our annual Principal's Fall Fundraiser, and we need your help! Fundraising packets will be sent home today, Sept. 26th—be sure to check your student's backpack!

Here’s how you can help:

1. Register today at www.MyFundraisingShop.com with our School ID: 20881
2. Watch the quick kickoff video
3. Share your fundraising store with friends and family across the country!

Don't miss out on the awesome prizes! See the attached letter for more details.

Thank you for your support!

Hello Brimfield Families!

Anxiety, there are many different things the parents and guardians can do to help their child when they are feeling anxious. Your student is not alone, childhood anxiety has been becoming more common with over 4.4 million children from ages 3-17 being diagnosed with anxiety. Here are some things you can do to support your child when they are feeling anxious:

• Remind your child that their feelings are valid and okay. Give them time and space to share how they feel without judgment.

• Set a time each day/week to talk about their worries.

• Help your child focus on what they can control.

Help your child develop ways to cope with and manage their anxiety, such as:

• Deep breathing

• Talking to you or another adult

• Journaling or drawing

• Focusing on what they can control

• Using positive self-talk

• Exercising

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

Mrs. Kuzas

Please see the link below to review the student handbook.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Vug4vGWZDBxq3eewkc2IGeQOfAFTxQjL/edit?usp=sharing_eil&rtpof=true&sd=true&ts=66b4c616

Parents please make sure that your child has an extra pair of clothes here at school in their locker. Throughout the year accidents/spills/mud happens. It's always good to have a change of clothes ready so we don't have to call you during the work day to bring some up to the school.

Thank you!

Mrs. Hackim's class used the Scientific Method to see what would happen when they dropped gummy bears in hot and cold water.

Brimfield Elementary Art students in grades K-5 are working in the Drawing and Painting Centers to create our yearly Art to Remember projects. Artists are learning how to set up/clean up workspaces while developing skills in drawing and painting.

Mrs. Bowers reading Class was working on reading centers, tracing letters, Letter sounds, and CVC words.

Kindergarteners enjoyed reading by the campfire in the library this week!

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is a proactive approach designed to foster a positive school climate by encouraging appropriate behavior. It focuses on teaching and reinforcing clear behavioral expectations in a consistent and structured way. PBIS emphasizes prevention rather than punishment, using data to identify and support students who may need additional help. By recognizing and rewarding positive behavior, PBIS aims to improve student engagement, reduce disciplinary issues, and create a more inclusive, respectful learning environment where all students can thrive academically and socially.

At Brimfield Elementary, students help to identify positive expectations and receive incentives for appropriate behavior. Your child may be chosen to participate in the Principal’s Club, receive a red SOAR ticket, or earn a Principal’s Good News call. The staff at Brimfield works hard to use positive words with students. Instead of telling a child to “stop running” in the hallway, the direction might be to “move throughout the halls in a controlled and safe manner”. Thank you, in advance, for partnering with us and using positive statements with your child. We are very proud of our PBIS program and look forward to celebrating the great behavior of our young Falcons!

Principals Good News Call

Congratulations to the following students who received a Principals Good News Call this week;

Adalyn Horning, Ronan Wiant, Wesley Whitmire, Alayna McCowin, Danny McNair, Bennett Pfeiffer, Olivia McClain, Ella Germano, Eliza Boring, Mila Helmling, Elliot Yeager, Hadley Seni, Abram Quiring, Eli Viall

Class Compliment Parties

Congratulations to the following classrooms who earned a compliment party this week!

Mrs. Rhoades class had a PJ and stuffed animal party!

Mrs. Hlad's class had a PJ and stuffed animal party!

Mrs. Mulally's class had a movie and popsicle party!

Principal's Club(Awarded once a month)

Congratulations to the following students who received Principals Club status this month:

Stay Tuned next Month!

Students excited to receive a red SOAR ticket prize!

Congratulations to the classrooms that earned a Falcon Certification badge this week for their Spirit!

Friday October 4, 2024

SPIRIT DAY!

Principals Club

Friday October 11, 2024

NEOEA DAY

NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

Monday October 14, 2024

Principals Fall Fundraiser paper Orders Are Due

Friday October 18, 2024

Principals Fall Fundraiser Online Orders Are Due!

Spirit Day!

Monday October 28, 2024

Picture Retake Day

November 1, 2024

Report Cards Go Home

Spirit Day

First Grading period Awards Assembly

Friday October 25, 2024

END OF FIRST GRADING PERIOD!

Fall Parties at 2pm

(Our meats do not contain pork)

Monday September 30, 2024, 2024

Hot Dog/Baked Beans

OR

PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick

Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk

Tuesday October 1, 2024

Mini Pancake/Turkey Sausage/Hash Browns

OR

PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick

Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk

Wednesday October 2, 2024

Dominos pizza/Corn/carrot Sticks/Dip

OR

PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick

Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk

Thursday October 3, 2024

Meatballs In Marinara/garlic Breadsticks/Mashed Potatoes

OR

PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick

Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk

Friday October 4, 2024

Cheese Quesadilla w/Salsa/green Beans

OR

PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick

Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk

Parents Make sure your child is well rested and in school on these dates.

Fall OST - Test Date: October 28 & 29

Spring OST

Grade 3 ELA- April 15,17

Grade 3 Math- April 29,30

Grade 4 ELA- April 15,17

Grade 4 Math- April 29,30

Grade 5 ELA- April 15,17

Grade 5 Math- April 29,30

Grade 5 Science- April 23,24

We will allow a limited number of parents to join students for lunch each day. Below you will find a link to sign up for a time slot. there will be 5 slots available per grade level each day (except some days that are designated no school or we have an activity happening/schedule change for the day). Due to limited seating, only one person per student may sign up. to be fair to other parents, please do not sign up for more than one slot. Due to safety reasons ONLY ADULTS may visit the lunchroom.

Kindergarten https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D44AEAF28ABF49-51338628-kindergarten

First Grade https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D44AEAF28ABF49-51339317-first

Second Grade https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D44AEAF28ABF49-51339856-second

Third Grade https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D44AEAF28ABF49-51340631-third

Fourth Grade https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D44AEAF28ABF49-51342765-fourth

We are now hiring classified substitute workers for various roles, including Playground Monitors, Educational Aides, Cafeteria Workers, Secretarial Staff, Custodial Staff, Bus Aides, and Bus Drivers. A current BCI & FBI background check is required before applying for any substitute position. Some positions may also require an aide permit, which the Administration Office can help you obtain. You have the flexibility to work the hours that suit you, and you'll be on call to cover for regular employees. For more details or assistance with the application process, please contact Bev Bable at the Administration Office-beverly.bable@fieldlocalschools.org.