Word From The Woods
Bishop Woods Newsletter May 5, 2024
Good evening, Bishop Woods families!
We had nice weather this weekend, I hope everyone was able to get out and spend time with family and friends.
Parents, we are down to the last 30 days of school and I am sure our students are excited for summer break that is on the horizon. We have events planned for all grades. Please encourage your child to remain focused and continue to reinforce behavioral and academic expectations, so all students can participate in the activities and end the year with a strong finish.
Bishop Woods Families, Teacher Appreciation week is May-6th-May 10th and we want to spoil our teachers! The PTO is organizing a trail mix and snack attack bar and we need your help. If you can, please send store bought sealed items by May 7th.
To all students, Teachers are NOTEWORTHY! To show your appreciation, Write one or more of your teachers a note or draw a picture to explain how they have impacted your life this year.
We have an exciting Title 1 event this Thursday, May 9th. Eli Whitney is doing a hands on workshop at Bishop Woods in the cafe from 5:30-7. Families will be building birdhouses to take home. Light Refreshments will be served. Below is the flyer.
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Smarter Balanced Assessment
Our SBA testing,continues for students in grades 3-6. Our students have been working very hard. I am so proud of their efforts completing this assessment.
Dress code and Expectations
I want to thank all the parents for ensuring that their children are following our school's dress code. Even though parents are not getting phone calls because of inappropriate dress, it doesn't mean we are not enforcing the code. All students ARE AWARE of the expectations and if they make the choice to violate the code they know the consequences.
Grade 8 parents, if you were unable to attend one of the mandated Grade 8 End of Year sessions, please contact the office to set up an appointment to meet with the admin. If we do not meet with you, your child will not participate in any of the graduation activities.
Important Dates
- Wednesday May 8th- Surprise and Delight, Early dismissal teacher professional development. Students MUST be picked up at 12:50 so teachers can be on time.
- Thursday May 9th Title 1 Eli Whitney Workshop in cafe 5:30-7:00 in the cafe
- Friday May 10th Grade 7 field trip to Sleeping Giant (for students who followed code of conduct and dress code)
If you have have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to call the main office so we can help you.
I would like all of you to enjoy the rest of your evening and looking forward to seeing all of you tomorrow.
Happy Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week to all our Bishop Woods educators! 😍
Eli Whitney Museum Workshop, Title 1 & Bishop Woods Event!
Superintendent's Attendance Challenge
The Superintendent is conducting an Attendance Challenge now through the end of the school year. Bishop Woods has been given prizes (Tablets, Firesticks, Echos, etc.) that will be raffled to the students with the highest attendance rate from April 1st to June 14th. Also, the K-8 school in New Haven with the highest growth towards their attendance goal will receive a party. Help us win this contest by sending your children to school EVERY DAY!
To support this event and to keep our students coming to school daily, we will also host a Bishop Woods May Madness Attendance Challenge.
For each week, the grade with the highest attendance will be awarded a prize and will receive a 1st Place trophy. 2nd and 3rd place will also be acknowledged.
Each week, the trophies will be passed to whichever grade has the highest attendance.
At the end of the month, the grade with the highest attendance for the month will receive a pizza party and the title of May Madness winners!
Surprise & Delight😉
Thank you for sending your children to school - even on half days! Every minute in school counts! Wednesday is another Early Dismissal and Surprise & Delight!
The students are often Surprised & Delighted by that they find on half days. 😜
May Perfect Attendance Challenge!
Students will receive a surprise treat and one family will receive a $50 gift card!
Quarter 3 Honors Ceremony
STRIVE
STRIVE
Someone Special Sneaker Ball!
STEM Night!
Spring & Summer Programs
Box Tops for Education - Help BW raise much needed funds!
Title 1 Events - Coming Soon!
Title 1 Nights
Eli Whitney- May 9, 2024 - 5:30 - 7:00
STREAM- May 23, 2024 - 5:00 - 7:00
Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday!!
4/24 JACE MIRABEL
4/24 WILLOW RAMOS
4/24 MAHLANEIA ALEMAN
4/24 JANELIS LOPEZ VAZQUEZ
4/26 STEVEN GARCIA
4/27 JEREMIAH KINDRED
4/27 TY'RON BOSTIC
4/27 NOEL RIVERA
4/29 DAVID TATE
5/1 SAGE BROCKENBERRY
5/2 ABEL RAMOS
5/4 ARIANNA THAXTER
5/6 EVA LOPEZ
5/7 GENESIS MACHIC XICOHTENCATL
5/8 TY'LON BOSTIC
5/9 JAMERION WHITFIELD
5/9 MOHAMMAD (MJ) ATTA
5/9 GAEL JUAREZ DORADO
5/9 BASHIRU MOHAMMED BASHIRU
5/10 RASHID WALKER
5/12 NOAH SANCHEZ
5/14 SERENITY DAVIS
5/15 RAHAMA NALADO
5/16 JEILA MENESES
5/16 MAITE JIMENEZ
5/17 ELIJAH DUNCAN
5/17 MELANY PEREZ
5/18 AMELIA GRAY
Save The Date!
May 8th - Early Dismissal Day
May 9th - Eli Whitney Night 5:30 - 7:00
May 23rd - STREAM Night 5:00 - 7:00
May 31st - Sneaker Ball - 6:00 - 8:00pm - Parent/Guardian must attend
June 6th - End of Year Family Picnic 5:00 - 7:00
DISTRICT CALENDAR SY2022-2023
Here is the direct link to the district calendar on the NHPS website. I have also provided a photo below.
Fair Haven School Based Health Clinic
Enroll Today!
Bishop Woods has a school based health clinic operated by the Fair Haven Community Health Care. It is located in the nurses' suite on the first floor of our school. The clinic can provide back to school physicals as well as acute care to those students who are enrolled. While the clinic does not replace your primary care provider, it is a convenient way for both students and parents to access care without delay, leading to less missed time from work and school.
Sign up for Remind texts!
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Text @bwfam to 81010
Bishop Woods Architecture & Design Magnet School
Website: www.bishopwoodsschool.com
Location: 1481 Quinnipiac Avenue, New Haven, CT, USA
Phone: 475-220-7300
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