Brummitt Weekly

What a great first week of school here at Brummitt! It’s been packed with activity, excitement, and a lot of fun. A big thank you to all our students' families for supporting your student as they adjust to the school routine. We also want to give a huge shout-out to our amazing Brummitt staff. They went above and beyond earlier this week, ensuring everything was set for a fantastic start to the school year.

A few helpful reminders for families:

• Remember that school starts promptly at 7:30 AM. Students who are car riders should plan to arrive at Brummitt no later than 7:25 AM so they are on time to class.
• If you arrive after 7:30 AM, please park and walk your child in through entrance 1. Parents/guardians will have to sign their child in before they report to class.
• Any dismissal changes need to be put in writing and sent to school in your child's folder so they can be delivered to the office in the morning or you may call the office before 2:00 PM. Dismissal is a very important and busy time of day for us, and we want to ensure that all of our kids are getting to where they need to be.

Best Regards,

Mr. Cammarata and Mr. Jenks

Regular school attendance is crucial for your child's academic success and overall development. Each day in the classroom provides valuable learning opportunities that are essential for students to meet their academic goals and build essential skills. According to state policy, if a student is absent for 10 days, they are considered to be habitually absent. Absences are only excused with a doctor's note, in the event of a death in the family, or if the student is sent home by the school nurse. Excused absences will not count towards the 10-day threshold. Please remember to inform our main office at 219-983-3660 if your child will be absent for the day. Your cooperation helps us support your child's education effectively.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter,

Mr. Jenks, Assistant Principal

To view a detailed version of our attendance policy, please view pages 22-25 of our student handbook.

As we work together to create a positive and productive learning environment at Brummitt, we encourage you to review our behavior expectations with your child. Understanding and practicing appropriate behaviors in different areas of our school—whether in the cafeteria, hallways, or at recess—plays a crucial role in helping every student feel safe and respected. Please take a few moments to discuss these expectations with your child, reinforcing the importance of respect, responsibility, and safety. Your partnership in this effort will help ensure that our school remains a welcoming and supportive place for all.

Thank you for your continued support!

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• Student supplies
• Attendance
• Drop off and pick up procedures