What's Buzzin' at Bryant
Week of August 7, 2023
A Message from Mrs. Johnson
Hello Bryant families,
Can you believe it? Our first day of school is right around the corner. I hope everyone is having a wonderful summer break.
We had a fantastic school year last year. The 2023-24 school year will be no different. The first day of school is August 14th and teachers are prepared to 'hit the ground running". On the first day of school only, parents/guardians will be allowed on campus to walk their children to their classroom. Once the bell rings, parents/guardians will be asked to immediately exit the campus so we can begin the school day. The first day of school can be difficult for some of our younger students. You may see tears, they may scream, they may throw themselves to the ground, and they may even hold on to you as tight as they can. We are equipt and prepared to deal with all of these circumstances. It is important for parents/guardians to reassure their children that school is a safe place and to exit the campus. It will be tough for you as a parent but you have to do it. Our team will be on "deck" to comfort your little one. I will not call a parent unless a student is completely inconsolable.
As in past years, most information related to the school year and upcoming events will be sent electronically. Please ensure the email address you have listed in Aeries is correct. If not, it will impact your ability to receive information in a timely manner. My weekly bulletins are posted on FaceBook and our school website. In the event you do not receive the weekly emails, please check one those two platforms to get any necessary information.
Let's make this the best year ever! As always, thank you for being wonderful partners. Team Bryant appreciates your support.
Have a fantastic week!
NJ
Welcome BACK to Bryant!
23-24 RUSD School calendar
Kindergarten Pre-Assessment
On August 7th and 8th, Bryant will be conducting a pre-assessment for every student entering Kindergarten. The assessment will take approximately 30 minutes to administer. The testing will cover your child’s ability with the following skills:
Write his or her name
Alphabet Letter Recognition/Sound production
Number recognition
Rote Counting
Number writing
Recognition of shapes
Recognition of colors
This assessment is extremely valuable in identifying the readiness potential of each individual. The results of this assessment will enable us to take each child where they are developmentally in the process of learning to read and to provide an enriched, guided instructional program that challenges each child to progress at his or her own rate and ability.
Please make an appointment using Sign Up Genius. See you then!
Back to Class!!!! Let's Goooo!
2023-24 Class Lists
Frequently parents will send a friend or family member to review the class list in their absence. Please know that in the event this occurs, the front office team will not discuss any matters about a students with anyone who is not identified as the legal parent/guardian. If there are questions, the legal parent/guardian will need to visit or call the front office.
23-24 Campus Map
Parking in the Community
The safety of our students and families is our first priority. DO NOT stop your car in the middle of the street and let your child get out or stop to load children into the car. Although we plead with parents/guardians not to do this, it is a practice we observe every day. This practice is very unsafe. The extra five or 10 minutes it will take drop your children off or pick them up is worth their safety and the safety of all other Bryant community members. Lastly, please do not block cross walks when parking. Doing this impacts the ability of children to safely cross the street.
Drivers will be responsible for any parking tickets or moving voiolations that are issued by RPD or parking enforcement. This is not the responsibility of the school site or the school district. Thank you in advance for considering the safety of our students.
23-24 - Data Confirmation
Parent - Student handbook
HEARTS Applications for the 23-24 school year are here!
It's time! Bryant has one of the best, if not the best, HEARTS after school enrichment programs in all of RUSD. If you would like for your child to attend HEARTS for the 23-24 school year, please complete the HEARTS application by clicking on the link. You can also print out a hard copy of the application and turn it in to the office. All students must complete a new application each year. You may contact Mr. Carlson if you have any questions.
2023-24 Daily Schedules
"Suggested" School Supply List
First Day of School
Monday, Aug 14, 2023, 12:00 AM
Bryant Elementary School, 3rd Street, Riverside, CA, USA
Bryant School of Arts and Innovation
Natanya Johnson, Principal
Melissa Gonzales, Assistant Principal
School Office Hours - 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Email: njohnson@riversideunified.org
Website: http://bryant.riversideunified.org/
Location: Bryant Elementary School, 3rd Street, Riverside, CA, USA
Phone: 951-788-7453
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BryantAandI