Fall is here, and Blockson is bustling with growth and excitement! Our learners have settled in beautifully, and families have expressed their eagerness to get involved. We’re thrilled to share a lineup of exciting activities planned in collaboration with both families and staff. Your participation makes all the difference, so dive in and join us for as many events as you can. Together, we’re building something special!

Dr. Lugo invites Blockson families to our Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration on October 15th. Our classrooms will be decorated with student artwork, and Dr. Lugo will bring his world-famous beans and rice; how about you?

Monday 10/28 Pajama Day, No slippers or blankets.

BMS National Junior Honor Society is raising funds to attend the National Conference later this school year, and they need your support! Thank you for helping them reach their goal! Donations can be dropped off any day during school hours until October 25th and Saturday, November 16th 8 - 11 am in the back of the school at Door #17.

October 28-31

• Spirit Theme Week

October 30

• Early Dismissal
• End of Marking Period Grades 5-12

November 1

• Holiday, No School
• Mid-marks posted on Infinite Campus

Nov 4

• Early dismissal

Nov 5

• Election Day, No School for students

Nov 22

• Early dismissal

Nov 26

• Evening Family/School Conferences

Nov 27

• No School for Students
• Morning Family/School Conferences

As your child’s teachers, we’re currently working with all grades to review their Fall STAR testing data and 2024 PSSA scores. Together, we’re setting individual goals for their next STAR test this winter and discussing strategies to help them achieve these goals.

We believe in our students' potential and want them to participate actively in their preparation. Some key strategies we’re sharing with them include:

• Taking WIN math and reading lessons seriously each morning.

• Engaging fully with Lexia practice, both in school and at home.

• Reading for 20 minutes each night (feel free to borrow books from teachers!).

• Putting electronics away (in a different room) at night for better sleep.

• Arriving at school on time

• Setting alarms on the other side of the room for easier wake-ups.

• Practicing multiplication facts using a website their math teacher will post on Schoology.

• Staying focused and alert during class.

We encourage you to reinforce these strategies at home and remind your child of the goals they’ve set for improving their scores by mid-year. Your support plays a crucial role in their success, and together, we can help them reach their full potential.

We’re just beginning this process and expect to wrap up goal-setting by the end of next week. Thank you for partnering with us in your child’s education!

HOW TO FIND THEIR STAR REPORT?

Located in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal, go to the Quick Links Tab, click, and then click on LINKIT to access the reports.

Campus Parent puts your student’s school information at your fingertips. Real-time access to announcements, assignments, attendance, grades, schedules and much more.

Log in at this link or use the link to request a new log-in. https://nasdpa.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/parents/norristown.jsp

Please visit the district's webpage for more information, instructions, and support! https://nasd.k12.pa.us/infinitecampus

Your learner may also access their grades for you to view by using their school-issued Chromebook.

See the latest raffle winners, and pictures from the Constitution Center Field Trip.

You are your learner's first teacher and know them better than anyone else. Please use your expertise to help shape a new Blockson MS. Consider working in our building to make a difference. The clearances for the PA Criminal Check and PA Child Abuse Check are required, free for volunteers and will allow you to volunteer in any of the NASD buildings and attend field trips. Please email kaddisonwilliams@nasd.k12.pa.us for the forms or more information.

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Website: https://www.nasd.k12.pa.us/o/bms

Location: 1315 West Marshall Street, Norristown, PA, USA

Phone: 610.275.6870
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