Brimfield Elementary Newsletter
November 22, 2024
Mission Statement
We will foster a fun and caring environment that promotes kindness, respect, and compassion for one another, while striving to achieve academic growth.
Vision Statement
To empower one another to make a positive impact in the world.
A Message From Mr. Lynch
What a fantastic week it has been here at Brimfield Elementary! Our classrooms have been filled with curiosity, creativity, and lots of learning. It is such a joy to see our students engaged and growing each day.
As we approach the holiday season, I want to remind you that we will have no school next Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, for Thanksgiving Break. We hope this time allows your family to relax, reflect, and enjoy time together.
Thank you for your continued partnership and for being such amazing parents. Your support means the world to us and plays a vital role in the success of our students.
Wishing you all a safe weekend!
IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO PARENTS
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We sincerely apologize for the system glitch earlier today that mistakenly caused many of you to receive a call indicating your child was absent. We understand how concerning this may have been, and we deeply regret any confusion it caused.
To address this error promptly, we sent a follow-up message through ParentSquare explaining the situation and assuring you it was a mistake. Please take a moment to check if you received this follow-up communication.
If you did not receive the follow-up message, we kindly ask that you reach out to the school office on Monday so we can gather additional information and ensure this issue is fully resolved.
We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to prevent similar issues in the future. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Mr. Lynch
Counselors Corner
Brimfield Families,
This month, we want to share an important topic with you that can greatly impact your child's future success: grit. Grit is a quality that helps individuals overcome challenges, persevere through difficulties, and achieve their goals. As parents, you play a crucial role in nurturing this valuable trait in your children. So, let's dive in and explore how we can foster grit together!
What is Grit?
Grit is a powerful combination of passion, perseverance, and resilience. It is the ability to keep going, even when faced with obstacles or setbacks. Gritty individuals possess a "never-give-up" attitude and are willing to put in the effort required to reach their goals. Developing grit in children is essential as it equips them with the tools they need to face the inevitable challenges they will encounter throughout their lives.
Why is Grit Important?
Resilience and Adaptability: Grit helps children develop resilience, enabling them to bounce back from failures, disappointments, and setbacks. It teaches them to see obstacles as opportunities for growth and to learn from their mistakes. Gritty children are better equipped to adapt to changes and navigate through life's ups and downs.
Perseverance and Achievement: When children possess grit, they are more likely to persist in their endeavors, even when faced with difficulties. Grit fuels their motivation, allowing them to work hard, stay focused, and achieve their goals. It instills a sense of determination and grit that carries them forward, even when the going gets tough.
Growth Mindset: Grit encourages a growth mindset, where children believe that their abilities can be developed through effort and practice. They understand that challenges and failures are part of the learning process and are not to be feared but embraced. Gritty children become lifelong learners, continuously seeking improvement and personal growth.
How Can Parents Foster Grit?
Encourage Passion and Purpose: Help your child discover their passions and interests. Encourage them to explore various activities and hobbies to find what truly excites them. When children have a sense of purpose and genuine enthusiasm, they are more likely to develop the motivation and perseverance necessary to succeed.
Model Gritty Behavior: Children learn by observing their parents. Demonstrate grit in your own life by setting goals, overcoming challenges, and staying committed to your own aspirations. Share stories of your own struggles and how you persevered, reinforcing the importance of resilience and determination.
Teach Growth Mindset: Encourage a growth mindset by praising effort, resilience, and perseverance rather than solely focusing on outcomes. Teach children that mistakes and failures are opportunities for learning and growth. Help them understand that their abilities can be improved through practice and hard work.
Foster a Supportive Environment: Create a nurturing environment where mistakes are seen as part of the learning process. Offer support and guidance when your child faces challenges, but also allow them to problem-solve and find their own solutions. Celebrate their progress and achievements, no matter how small, to reinforce their perseverance and resilience.
Conclusion:
We have the power to foster grit in our children, equipping them with a lifelong skill set that will support their success. By encouraging passion, modeling gritty behavior, teaching a growth mindset, and providing a supportive environment, we can help our child develop the resilience, perseverance, and determination they need to face challenges head-on. Together, let's raise a generation of young heroes who possess the grit to overcome any obstacle and achieve their dreams!
Warm Regard,
Mrs. Kuzas
Identification of Children with Disabilities
The Field Local School district is in the process of locating, evaluating, and identifying children from birth to age 21, residing in the district, who may be entitled to a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE), including special education and related aids and services, pursuant to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504).
Children eligible for FAPE under the IDEA are those with disabilities such as Autism,
Multiple Disabilities, Deaf-Blindness, Hearing Impairment, Visual Impairment, Speech or Language Impairment, Orthopedic Impairment, Emotional Disturbance, Intellectual Impairment, Traumatic Brain Injury or Specific Learning Disability.
Children eligible for FAPE under Section 504 include children who have a physical or
mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. If you know of a child who may have a disability or a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you would simply like additional information, please contact
Megan Longfellow, Director of Special Services at (330) 673-2659 or email her at megan.longfellow@fieldlocalschools.org
COLD WEATHER REMINDER
Parents, the cold weather is upon us and we do go outside for recess if the "feel" temp is 20 degrees and higher. Please make sure to send your children with warm coats, hats and gloves.
Mobile Dentist
Mobile Dentist
The Mobile Dentist will be coming to Brimfield Elementary on 12/5/24. Forms were recently sent home. To have your child see the dentist, you will need to return the form by November 1st or you can sign up online at: MySchoolDentist.com
If you have any questions about theSmile Program Mobile Dentist, call 1-888-833-8441.
This will be our only visit this school year from the Mobile Dentist.
What's Happening in Our Classrooms
World Kindness Day
️ Check out this amazing handy work! For World Kindness Day the students had the opportunity to write or draw a picture of what they thought kindness was. This is a bulletin board in the cafeteria.
I Am Thankful
Students and staff filled out feathers for our turkeys in the cafeteria with messages of thankfulness!
RECESS FUN!
SHOUT OUTS!
Congratulations To All Of Our Pizza Hut/Limo Ride Earners!
PBIS
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is a proactive approach designed to foster a positive school climate by encouraging appropriate behavior. It focuses on teaching and reinforcing clear behavioral expectations in a consistent and structured way. PBIS emphasizes prevention rather than punishment, using data to identify and support students who may need additional help. By recognizing and rewarding positive behavior, PBIS aims to improve student engagement, reduce disciplinary issues, and create a more inclusive, respectful learning environment where all students can thrive academically and socially.
At Brimfield Elementary, students help to identify positive expectations and receive incentives for appropriate behavior. Your child may be chosen to participate in the Principal’s Club, receive a red SOAR ticket, or earn a Principal’s Good News call. The staff at Brimfield works hard to use positive words with students. Instead of telling a child to “stop running” in the hallway, the direction might be to “move throughout the halls in a controlled and safe manner”. Thank you, in advance, for partnering with us and using positive statements with your child. We are very proud of our PBIS program and look forward to celebrating the great behavior of our young Falcons!
Principals Good News Call
Principals Good News Call
Congratulations to the following students who received a Principals Good News Call this week;
Henry Lis, Ahmed Algbali, Johnathan Lowe, Ari Wheeler, Hamza Bouaouda, Tierney Mason, Alayna McCowin
Class Compliment parties
Class Compliment Parties
Congratulations to the following classrooms who earned a compliment party this week.Mrs. Swartz's class had a stuffed animal party! Mrs. Hlad's class had a stuffed animal/PJ/craft party. Mrs. Clem's class had a snowball fight/Ice Cream/Movie party!
Principals Club
Principal's Club(Awarded once a month)
Congratulations to the following students who received Principals Club status this month:
Stay tuned for next months earners!
SOARING FALCON RED TICKETS
Falcon Certification
Congratulations to the classrooms that earned a Falcon Certification badge this week for their Spirit!
PTA
Calendar
Wednesday November 27, 2024
Spirit Day!
Thursday November 28 - Monday December 2, 2024
Thanksgiving Break! NO SCHOOL!
Wednesday December 4, 2024
PTA Meeting @ 6pm
Thursday December 5, 2024
Mobile Dentist
SOAR Red Ticket Drawing
Friday December 6, 2024
Principals Club!
Monday December 9 - Friday December 13, 2024
SANTA SHOP!
Thursday December 12, 2024
SOAR Red Ticket Drawing!
Friday December 13, 2024
2nd Grade to McKinley Museum Field trip
Spirit Day!
Monday December 16, 2024
GRINCH DAY! dress in green or in Grinch attire!
Tuesday December 17, 2024
Winter Concert & Art Show
Ugly Sweater Day!
Wednesday December 18, 2024
Polar Express Day, dress in P.J's.!
Thursday December 19, 2024
SOAR Red Ticket Drawing
Holiday character Day (dress as your favorite holiday character) or wear Red and Green!
Friday December 20, 2024
ELF DAY! dress as an elf!
Holiday party @ 2pm
Monday December 23, 2024 - Sunday Jan. 5, 2025
Winter Break NO SCHOOL!
What's For Lunch?
(Our meats do not contain pork)
Monday November 25, 2024, 2024
Mini Corn Dogs/Baked Beans
OR
PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick
Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk
Tuesday November 26, 2024
Chicken Nuggets/Smile Fries
OR
PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick
Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk
Wednesday November 27, 202
School Pizza/Corn/Carrot Sticks w/Dip
OR
PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick
Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk
Thursday November 28, 2024
NO SCHOOL
Friday November 29, 2024
NO SCHOOL
TESTING DATE 2024/2025 SCHOOL YEAR
Parents Make sure your child is well rested and in school on these dates.
Fall OST - Test Date: October 28 & 29
Spring OST Grade 3 ELA- April 15,17 Grade 3 Math- April 29,30 Grade 4 ELA- April 15,17 Grade 4 Math- April 29,30 Grade 5 ELA- April 15,17 Grade 5 Math- April 29,30 Grade 5 Science- April 23,24
LUNCH TIME SIGN UPS
We will allow a limited number of parents to join students for lunch each day. Below you will find a link to sign up for a time slot. there will be 5 slots available per grade level each day (except some days that are designated no school or we have an activity happening/schedule change for the day). Due to limited seating, only one person per student may sign up. to be fair to other parents, please do not sign up for more than one slot. Due to safety reasons ONLY ADULTS may visit the lunchroom.
Kindergarten https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D44AEAF28ABF49-51338628-kindergarten
First Grade https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D44AEAF28ABF49-51339317-first
Second Grade https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D44AEAF28ABF49-51339856-second
Third Grade https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D44AEAF28ABF49-51340631-third
Fourth Grade https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D44AEAF28ABF49-51342765-fourth
DISTRICT NEWS
WE ARE HIRING
We are now hiring classified substitute workers for various roles, including Playground Monitors, Educational Aides, Cafeteria Workers, Secretarial Staff, Custodial Staff, Bus Aides, and Bus Drivers. A current BCI & FBI background check is required before applying for any substitute position. Some positions may also require an aide permit, which the Administration Office can help you obtain. You have the flexibility to work the hours that suit you, and you'll be on call to cover for regular employees. For more details or assistance with the application process, please contact Bev Bable at the Administration Office-beverly.bable@fieldlocalschools.org.
