Brimfield Elementary Newsletter
May 24, 2024
VISION STATEMENT
TO EMPOWER ONE ANOTHER TO MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT IN THE WORLD
Principal's Message
Dear Families:
This week, many of our fifth graders attended camp at Camp Muskinghum and had a wonderful time participating in various outdoor activities. Additionally, our seniors had the opportunity to walk through the elementary halls one last time, which was a great moment for all.
The Ohio State Testing scores are back. If your child is in grade 3, 4, or 5, you can log into Progress Book, and under the Assessment Scores tab, it will show how your child did on their state tests. The student report from the state will be sent home in the fall.
Just a reminder that next Friday, May 31st, is our color run. Students who wish to participate should wear white, and those who do not want to participate should wear black.
Have a fantastic Memorial Day weekend as we remember all the men and women who lost their lives in service.
Thanks,
Barb Flowers
Dr. Flowers Enjoying a Ukulele lesson in Music Class!
Donations To The Dave Irland Scholarship Fund
Donations can be made to the Dave Irland Scholarship Fund at the
Hometown Bank in Brimfield Ohio.
PO Box 310, kent Ohio 44240
OR
Through the Big Red Fund Foundation using the QR code below.
Make sure to mention Dave Irland when making this donation.
How To Catch A Leprechaun In The Brimfield Lions Park!
The story book trail at the Brimfield Lions Park is up and will be adding things for kids to find each week.
Here is a special addition made by the Leos!
Counselors Corner
Developing Empathy in Our Children
Dear Parents,
Empathy is a vital skill that helps our children navigate the complex social world around them. It's the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. As parents, we play a crucial role in nurturing empathy in our children, laying the foundation for positive relationships and a compassionate outlook on life.
Modeling Empathy
Children learn by example, so one of the most effective ways to teach empathy is by modeling it ourselves. When we show empathy towards others in our words and actions, our children observe and internalize these behaviors. Whether it's comforting a friend in need or actively listening to someone's concerns, our actions speak volumes.
Encouraging Perspective-Taking
Helping our children see things from another person's point of view is another essential aspect of fostering empathy. Encourage them to imagine how someone else might feel in a given situation. Ask questions like, "How do you think your friend felt when you shared your snack with them?" This helps children develop the ability to consider the emotions and experiences of others.
Teaching Kindness and Compassion
Acts of kindness, no matter how small, can have a big impact on cultivating empathy. Encourage your child to perform acts of kindness regularly, such as helping a classmate with their schoolwork or saying kind words to someone who is feeling down. These actions reinforce the importance of considering others' feelings and needs.
Creating a Culture of Understanding
Promote open communication in your household where feelings are acknowledged and respected. Encourage your child to express their emotions and listen actively when they share their thoughts and feelings. By creating a safe and supportive environment, you empower your child to develop empathy towards others and themselves.
Practicing Empathy in Everyday Situations
Opportunities to practice empathy are all around us. Whether it's comforting a sibling who scraped their knee or including a classmate who is feeling left out, encourage your child to act with empathy in their daily interactions. These small gestures can make a big difference in fostering a caring and compassionate attitude.
Celebrating Empathy
Finally, celebrate moments when your child demonstrates empathy towards others. Praise their kindness and acknowledge their efforts to understand and support others. By reinforcing these behaviors, you reinforce the value of empathy in your child's life.
In conclusion, empathy is a fundamental skill that helps our children build meaningful connections with others and navigate the complexities of the world with compassion. By modeling empathy, encouraging perspective-taking, teaching kindness, creating a culture of understanding, and providing opportunities for practice, we can empower our children to become empathetic individuals who make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Thank you for your continued support in nurturing empathy in our children.
Warm regards,
Mrs. Kuzas
Kindergarten Butterfly Release!
Peter Mozingo (Miss Coverts Grandpa), came in yesterday to read a book about Memorial Day to her class. He is a 78 year old Navy veteran who spoke about what he did in the Navy and taught them about Memorial Day and what it means to him!
PTA Beef Stick Sale!
Next Friday, May 31, 2024 the PTA will sell beef sticks for $1 a piece. The sale will start at 8:45am - 9:00am. cash only please.
5th Grade Off To Camp Muskingum
Senior Walk Through
PTA FUNDRAISER TOP WINNERS!
Color Run Is Coming
Brimfield’s Bee Healthy Color Run
Friday, May 31st
4th/5th grade Student Leaders are proud to present Brimfield Elementarys
Annual Color Run on Friday, May 31st!
Primary grades (K-2) will walk/run half a mile, intermediate grades (3-5) will walk/run 1 mile.
How the COLOR part works:
− The race course in the field behind the school will have color zones where Student Leaders will spray non-toxic wet color (water, food color, & vinegar) towards the students’ torso for each lap completed. Color zones can be bypassed if a student does not wish to go through.
We will use the following indicators for student participation in color zones. If a student is wearing:
WHITE/LIGHT Colored Clothing = I want to be COLORED
BLACK/DARK Colored Clothing = I do NOT want to be COLORED
Race day:
− On May 31st send your child to school wearing white (if he or she wants to be sprayed with color) or black (if he or she does not want sprayed with color) and appropriate running shoes.
− Students may dress up with tutus or any other fun run clothes that you don’t mind getting colored. Sunglasses or goggles are recommended.
− The wet color is non-toxic and might wash out of clothing. However, we recommend that the students wear clothing you don’t mind getting colored. We also recommend your child brings a change of clothes and a Ziploc bag for his or her shirt.
− You may wish to have a towel for car riders to sit on for the ride home.
Fundraising:
− There isn’t a set amount in order to enter the Color Run. All donations are appreciated and will go towards Brimfield Elementary’s Student Leader Fund. The 4/5th grade Student Leaders will vote on how the monies raised will be spent to help the school next year.
− Students should NOT go door-to-door fundraising. Please only have students ask friends and relatives to sponsor their run.
Prizes:
− The class that raises the most money will win a Silly String Party!
− For every $5 a student collects, he or she will receive 1 raffle ticket to be entered for prizes.
Important Dates:
− Permission slips are due by Friday, May 24th
− Pledge forms and donations are due by Wednesday, May 29th
− Brimfield Elementary’s Color Run will be held on Friday, May 31st
Please sign & return the permission form below. Keep the top portion.
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Student Name: Grade: Teacher:
I hereby give permission for my student to participate in the color zones at Brimfield Elementary Color Run. This will include walking/running and I acknowledge that he/she will be passing through a color zone where non-toxic colored liquid will be sprayed on the student.
I do not want my student to participate in the color zones at Brimfield Elementary’s Color Run.
Parent/Guardian Signature: Date
Bee Healthy Color Run
Pledge Form
Contact your relatives & friends to sponsor you. Donations will be collected before the run.
Full Name: ___________________________________________________ CLASS: _______________
I PLEDGE TO RUN
Dear Potential Sponsor,
I am participating in the Brimfield Elementary BEE Healthy Color Run on Friday, May 31st. All proceeds will help our school’s Student Council fund projects around the school. You can sponsor me to run. Cash ONLY. No checks, please. Your help is truly appreciated!
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BEE Healthy Color Run
Reminders
Important Dates:
− Permission slips are due Friday, May 24th
− Pledge forms and donations are due Wednesday, May 29th
− The Color Run will take place on Friday, May 31st
Fundraising:
− Students should NOT go door-to-door fundraising. Please have students ask friends and relatives to sponsor their run.
− There isn’t a set amount in order to enter the Color Run. All donations are appreciated.
− All donations will go towards Brimfield Elementary’s Student Council Fund. The 4/5th grade Student Council will vote on how the monies raised will be spent to help the school next year.
Prizes:
− The class that raises the most money will win a Silly String Party!
− For every $5 that a student collects, the student will receive 1 raffle ticket to be entered for raffle prizes.
On Race Day (Friday, May 31st ):
− Send your child to school wearing white / clothes you don’t mind getting colored.
− Students should come to school wearing appropriate running shoes.
− Sunglasses or goggles are recommended.
− Students may dress up with tutus or any other fun run clothing that you don’t mind getting colored. Our theme is BEES.
− We recommend your child bring a change of clothes and a Ziploc bag for his or her shirt.
− You may wish to have a towel for car riders to sit on for the ride home (color may stain!).
− The color zone can be bypassed if a student does not wish to go through it.
WE ARE HIRING!
Field Local Schools is currently hiring for the classified (non-certified) substitute call list.
If you would like to apply for a student monitor, paraprofessional, cafeteria, secretarial,
custodial, or bus driver position, please complete the attached application and return
to the Administration Office located at Field High School, 2900 St. Rt. 43, Mogadore,
door #5. You may also email your completed application to
beverly.bable@fieldlocalschools.org. A current BCI/FBI background check at the
applicant’s expense will also be required before you are called for employment.
Student monitor/paraprofessional positions will also require an educational aide
permit which we will assist you in obtaining. For more information, please contact Bev
Bable at 330 673 2659.
(see application below)
Field Local School District
2900 St. Rt. 43
Mogadore, OH 44260
Non-Teaching Employment Application
Statement of Nondiscrimination
It is the policy of this District that no candidate for a position in this district shall not be
discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status,
creed or ancestry, age, gender, marital status, non-disqualifying disability, height or other
protected categories.
Need to establish right to work
In accordance with Federal Law, any person employed by the district must provide evidence that
he/she is eligible to work in the United States.
Name______________________Address________________________
City_______________________State__________Zip_______________
Phone_________________email________________________________
What area are you applying for employment (check applicable).
Permanent full time employment_______ Permanent part time employment_________
Substitute call list_________
Bus driver**______ Cafeteria worker______ Educational Aide (Special Ed)**_______
Custodial______ Playground monitor**______ Mechanic______ Secretary_______
Bus aide______ Study Hall monitor**______
Are you a U.S. Citizen? Yes_____No_(circle)____
If not a U.S. Citizen, do you have legal alien status? Yes No (circle)
Note: You must be prepared to substitute either citizenship or legal
alien status by providing proper documentation, such as a U.S. birth
certificate, social security card, certificate of naturalization, resident
alien car, U.S. Passport or driver’s license.
EDUCATIONAL-HIGH SCHOOL DEGREE OR EQUIVILENT IS REQUIRED
Name of school Address Date of diploma
PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT
Name of Company Address/Phone Nature of Work & Dates
REFERENCES
Name Address/Phone Relationship
Additional educational you would like to tell us about that applies to the job you desire with the
Board of Education and Field Local Schools.
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
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A criminal record check is a precondition of employment and finalists for a position shall
undergo such checks. Applicants must pay the fee for the criminal records.
All information provided in this application is correct to the best of my knowledge.
Signature_________________________________Date__________________________
PBIS CORNER
What is PBIS?
Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports is an important part of the school environment to encourage positive behavior. There are clear expectations throughout the school that are taught consistently throughout the year. The four expectations promoted at Field Local Schools are:
Safe
Outstanding
Accountable
Respectful
When students do not respond to teaching of the building or classroom expectations, we will view it as an opportunity for re-teaching, not just negative consequences. Students still receive consequences for negative behavior. The goal of the consequence is to teach students so they will not repeat the negative behavior.
Principal's Good News Call
Congratulations to the following students who earned a Principal's Good News Call.
- Trujillo Mila helmling, Peyton Balog, Nathan Tayoung, Kennedt Burt, Blake Hudnall, Lydia Taube, Jhanna
Class Compliment Parties
Falcon Certification
Stay tuned for next week!
CALENDAR
Monday, May 27, 2024
NO SCHOOL
MEMORIAL DAY
Wednesday May 29, 2024
3rd grade Field trip To Kelso House
Thursday May 30, 2024
4th Grade Field trip to Cuyahoga National Park
Friday May 31, 2024
Spirit Day!
Color Run!
Monday June 3, 2024
Talent Show
Sweet Treats With The Principal
Tuesday June 4, 2024
5th Grade Recognition
4th Grading Period Awards Assembly
Wednesday June 5, 2024
FIELD DAY!
Thursday June 6, 2024
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL DISMISSAL AT 1:00PM!
What's For Lunch!
WE DO NOT NOT SERVE PORK
Monday, May 27, 2024
NO SCHOOL
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Chicken Strips/Fries
OR
PBJ Bar/Cheese stick
Green Leafy Salad with tomatoes/Assorted Fruit
Milk
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
School Stuffed Crust pepperoni/Cheese Pizza/Corn Carrot Sticks with Dip
OR
PBJ Bar/Cheese stick
Green Leafy Salad with tomatoes/Assorted Fruit
Milk
Thursday, May 30, 2024
Cooks Choice
vegetable/Assorted Fruit
Milk
Friday, May 31, 2024
Cooks Choice
vegetable/Assorted Fruit
Milk
PTA NEWS
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