NBMS Weekly MESSAGE

Greetings Parents and Guardians,

I hope this e-mail finds you well.

It is hard to believe; however, we are halfway through the 2nd marking period on Thursday, December 12, so please encourage your student to review their assignments. The 2nd marking period ends on January 23, 2025.

Thank you, NBMS Parent Group for organizing the Teacher Snack and Go and assisting with decorating our building for Thanksgiving and the Winter break. The Parent Group is also organizing a fundraiser on January 14 at Caln Pizza and Pasta. Please save the date (flyer is attached) and support this great effort that will benefit the students at NBMS.

Student Absences: If your student is absent from school, please e- mail the excuse within 3 days upon their return to NBAttendance@casdschools.org or the days absent will be marked illegal. Also, Students are responsible for missed work. Teachers are not obligated to provide work in advance.

Kind Regards,

Dr. Eugenia Roberts, Principal

E-Mail Address: robertse@casdschools.org

Phone Number: 610-383-3745

Weekly Schedule - December 9 - December 13, 2024

Monday, December 9 - Day 2: Girls Home Basketball Game vs.Penn Grove @ 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday, December 10 - Day 3: Girls Home Basketball Game vs. Lionville @ 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 11 - Day 4: End of Mid - Marking Period - Boys Basketball Tryouts at 2:30 p.m. @ Scott Middle School (all paperwork must be submitted)

Thursday, December 12 - Day 5: 7th Grade Field Trip/ Winter Concert @ 7:00 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

FRiday, December 13 - Day 6: Girls Home Basketball Game vs. Great Valley @ 4:00 p.m.

Why join the PTO? Make Your Voice Heard – Connect With Parents – Stay Informed – Share Your Ideas – Support Your Child – Be A Positive Role Model

Date: Thursday, January 2, 2024

Time: 5:00 p.m.

Place: North Brandywine Middle School (in person) and Zoom

https://casdschools-org.zoom.us/j/92641559264

Meeting ID: 926 4155 9264

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!

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.

North Brandywine Middle School

Website: www.casdschools.org/north

Location: 256 Reeceville Road, Coateille, Pa. 19320

Phone Number: 610-383-3745

E-Mail Attendance Notes: NBAttendance@casdschools.org

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