The Paw Print

Monday 9/16

Coin Drive Begins (see flyer below)

School Site Council Voting begins (see below)

2:20 - After School Spanish Class

Tuesday 9/17

Constitution Day

Wednesday 9/18

Wear College/Career Gear

Minimum Day - 1:15 dismissal

Thursday 9/19

Friday 9/20

New Student Welcome Lunch (1st-6th grade) during their lunch time

2:15 - Ice Cream Sales ($1)

6:30 - Family Movie Night - Inside Out 2 (see below for more details)

Coming Up...

9/22 - School Site Council Voting Ends (Sunday)

9/23 - Picture Day

9/24 - Running Club begins

9/27 - Coin Drive Ends

Between September 30, and October 11, 2024, third-grade students will be administered the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT). This test is one of the identifiers used to qualify students for Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) services in the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District. For more information regarding GATE identification and access to sample CogAT items, please visit our website. You will receive a specific testing schedule from your school site.

The CogAT assesses higher-level thinking skills such as learned reasoning and problem-solving skills in three different areas: verbal, quantitative, and nonverbal. Students are presented with novel situations and must apply their acquired language and mathematical skills. Subtests are Verbal (language), Quantitative (math), and Nonverbal (spatial/shapes).

Your child’s CogAT scores will be accessible in AERIES following our district testing window. You will be emailed when these scores are available and directions on accessing them.

To help your child do his or her best on these tests, be sure that he or she receives adequate sleep the night before testing. Allow enough time in the mornings when tests will be given for your child to eat breakfast without being rushed. Show interest, but do not place too much emphasis on this test; an anxious child will not give his or her best performance. If your child is ill, please do not send him or her to school. Make-up days are built into the testing schedule.

Brookhaven's schedule will be sent next week.

Who: 1st - 6th graders are welcome

When: Recess 9:45-10:05, Tuesday and Thursday

Running Club starts Tuesday, Sept. 24th through May 29th

Where: The field between upper and lower grade play area. In front of Preppy K playground

We are BACK, Brookhaven Running Club. Our goal is for our students to run 50 miles this school year. Participating students will be able to run 2x a week on Tues and Thurs during their recess. The coordinator Mrs. Cecilia Sohi and her team will track the daily distance throughout the year. Students are allowed to sign up throughout the year. We have a plaque in the office that would LOVE more names to join our 50 miles. *Please have your student return this form to their teacher or office by September 20th . This helps with name tags and record keeping.

*Parent volunteer is MUCH needed. 9:35am set up, recess tally marks, 10:15 collecting tags and quick count. Any questions - cecilia.lod3@gmail.com

Permission slips are available in the office or by clicking here.

Here are your 2024-25 nominees (listed alphabetically by last name):

Zinga Evans: I am a parent of 4 girls within the PYLUSD. All our girls attended Brookhaven and 3 are currently attending. I've worked as a parent volunteer during book fairs and in classrooms for grades K, 1, 2, and 3. I am appreciative of the parent-teacher partnership we've experienced at Brookhaven! The partnership has been a major part of our children's academic success. I love this school and would love to share both personal and shared ideas to promote academic success. I would love to be part of the team that ensures that monies spent in the school plan are used for academic achievement for all students.

Jayson Sohi: I am a parent of two Brookhaven students, one of which is about to engage in a more concerted stage of academic testing and rigor (3rd grade). I'm very interested in planning for improving student achievement (as viewed through the objective lens of standardized testing), and helping disseminate information to other parents to help inform and generate a sense of shared responsibility around this absolutely critical part of our kids' education.

Andy Tang: I am passionate about making a positive impact on our school and community. I believe I can help bridge the gap between parents and administration. I'm a great listener and a team player. I'm confidence in my ability to find creative solutions to challenges. I am eager to contribute my time, energy, and ideas to make our school a better place for everyone. By being on the school council would allow me to serve our community and help make a difference.

Click on this link to vote for the 2024-25 School Site Council

A warm reminder that every school day counts at Brookhaven Elementary!

Regular attendance paves the way for academic success, builds strong routines, and fosters a sense of belonging. Let's collaborate to ensure your child's consistent presence, setting the stage for a year of growth and achievement.

Together, we shape their bright future!

Hello, 6th Grade Parents,

I apologize for the confusion on the payment options for camp. I wanted to clarify that everyone will benefit from the 6th grade fundraising efforts EXCEPT those families who waive the funds. I want to further explain the first three options:

1. We will pay the full amount and waive any discounts from sixth grade fundraising. This means you will pay the entire portion ($590) in one check and not benefit from the 6th grade fundraising.
2. We plan to make the full donation in January, minus any discounts from sixth grade fundraising. This means you will pay with one check in January ($590 minus any fundraising discounts).
3. We will pay in four (4) installments of $147.50. The last payment in January will reflect the fundraising amount. You will pay in installments. The last payment in January will be less, depending on the 6th grade fundraising.

Please RETAKE the survey if you haven't already (linked here) to reflect the updated payment options. Let me know if you have any questions about the payment options. All other questions can be sent to Mr. Nakanishi.

Thank you!

Mrs. Fisher

Scan the code to access the Brookhaven Reflections page to download the multi-page packet that

includes: Reflections Program Entry Requirements and Art Category Rules (pages 1-4)

The Student Entry Forms are Expanded to 2 -Pages (Page 5 & 6).

Two-Page Student entry forms can be found in the front office starting 9/16/2024.

Leave Entries and Student Forms in the Brookhaven front office by 10/21/2024 at 2:00pm.