Brimfield Elementary Newsletter
October 4, 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
I hope this message finds you well! We have had another amazing week here at Brimfield Elementary, filled with learning, growth, and laughter. It’s heartwarming to see our students so engaged and thriving in their classrooms.
I want to remind everyone that there will be no school on Friday, October 11th. This day provides a wonderful opportunity for our families to spend time together, recharge, and enjoy the beautiful fall season.
We are also thrilled to share that we have implemented a new model for our Phonics instruction called “Walk to Read.” This innovative approach allows students in grades K-2 to be grouped differently, ensuring that each child receives targeted instruction tailored to their specific needs. We believe this method will enhance their phonics skills and foster a love for reading.
Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community. Wishing you all a fantastic weekend ahead!
Principals Fall Fundraiser
Brimfield is hosting our annual Principal's Fall Fundraiser, and we need your help! Fundraising packets will be sent home today, Sept. 26th—be sure to check your student's backpack!
Here’s how you can help:
- Register today at www.MyFundraisingShop.com with our School ID: 20881
- Watch the quick kickoff video
- Share your fundraising store with friends and family across the country!
Don't miss out on the awesome prizes! See the attached letter for more details.
Thank you for your support!
Counselors Corner
Hello Brimfield Families!
Helping Children Cope with Emotions
Children can feel the same strong emotions as adults. These emotions may present differently in a child than they would in an adult. Feelings come and go but when children experience strong feelings of anxiety, anger, fear, or sadness they may need help coping with these feelings. Below are some strategies to help support your child when they are experiencing strong emotions. Recognizing and identifying emotions will be the counseling lesson theme for the month of October.
• Teaching children to name the feelings with feelings posters/cards, and reading different books about emotions can help your child identify and articulate what they are feeling.
Try some of these kid-friendly books that may touch on the issues you see your child struggling with:
Books about identifying and experiencing different emotions for children
The Color Monster by Anna Llenas
The Way I Feel by Janan Cain
A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Book Box Set (Books 1-8: Anger, Anxiety, Peaceful, Happiness, Sadness, Confidence, Love, & Scribble Emotion by Diane Alber
What To Do When You Worry Too Much by Don Huebner & Bonnie Mathews
The Hog Mollies and the Visit with Victoria by The 2nd and 7 foundation
The Invisible String by Patrice Karst & Geoff Stevenson
Even Superheroes Have Bad Days by Shelly Becker
Hey Jack Series: The Worry Monsters- by Sally Rippin
Wilma Jean the Worry Machine by Julia Cook
* Many of these books have a read-aloud available to watch/listen to on YouTube for free!
• Acknowledge and normalize your child's feelings. Acknowledging your child’s feelings can be simply stating something like, “I can see that you are crying and upset right now.” Explain to your child that everyone experiences different feelings and we all have to learn to manage them.
• Provide a calming area/calming tools at home. A calming area is simply a designated area where your child can take a break and reset. A calming kit can include items of comfort to help your child when they are feeling upset. This kit could include calming items such as; coloring supplies, play dough, stress balls, stuffed animals, fidgets, etc. Keeping your calming tools together in a place easy to access takes away the hassle of trying to locate them when they are needed most.
Please reach out if you think I could be a support to your student!
~Mrs. Kuzas
CONFERENCE SIGN UP LINKS
Mrs. Scalise K-1
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51882182-mrs
Mrs. Hlad K-2
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51882216-mrs
Mrs. Gempel K-3
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51882389-mrs
Mrs. Carreira K-4
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51882663-mrs
Mrs. Mullaly 1-1
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51883438-mrs
Miss Harris 1-2
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51884120-miss
Mrs. Shaffer 1-3
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51884198-mrs
Miss Covert 1-4
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51884193-miss
Ms. Pope 2-1
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51884280-mspope
Mrs. Swartz 2-2
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51884505-mrs
Mrs. Rhoades 2-3
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51884690-mrs
Mrs. Clem 2-4
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51884766-mrs
Miss Bellian 3-1 & Mrs. Hardy 3-4
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51885654-miss
Miss Anderson 3-2
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51913820-miss
Mrs. Morrison 3-3
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51913879-mrs
Mrs. Yoho 4-1 & Mr. Hunsicker 4-2
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51913925-mrs
Mrs. Starkey 4-3 & Mrs. Hackim 4-4
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51913983-mrs
Mrs. Reagan 5-1 & Miss Gazdacko 5-3
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51914051-miss
Mrs. Porter 5-3 & Mr. Landis 5-4
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4FA5AB2AA3F49-51914111-mrs
CLINIC NEWS/FLU CLINIC COMING SOON!
EXTRA CLOTHES!
Parents please make sure that your child has an extra pair of clothes here at school in their locker. Throughout the year accidents/spills/mud happens. It's always good to have a change of clothes ready so we don't have to call you during the work day to bring some up to the school.
Thank you!
What's Happening in Our Classrooms
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Kindergarten and 5th grade Buddies outside today!
Fun On The Playground
SHOUT OUT!
Congratulations to the Field youth Cheerleaders!
This past weekend the Mighty Mights placed 1st at competition!
Aaliyah Pennington placed second in the jump off!
The varsity squad paced 1st in their division!
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;
Alexavier Thomas, Colton Kucinic, Mackenzie Stevens, Olivia Menegay, Braydon Robinson, Kallie Manning, Milo Lipscomb, Legend Lenix, Gattlin Thompson
Class Compliment parties
Class Compliment Parties
Congratulations to the following classrooms who earned a compliment party this week!
Mrs Shaffer's class had a slime making party!
Miss Bellians class made Friendship Bracelets and had an extra recess!
Mrs. Morrisons class had their second compliment party with stuffed animals and a fort party!
Miss Harris's class had a PJ's and Movie party!
Mrs. Scalise's class had a Stuffed animal and 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 next Month!
SOARING FALCON RED TICKETS
Falcon Certification
Congratulations to the classrooms that earned a Falcon Certification badge this week for their Spirit!
Mrs. Karpinecz, Miss Gazdacko, Mrs. Hackim, Mrs. Yoho, Mrs. Morrison, Mrs. Hlad
PTA
Calendar
Friday October 11, 2024
NEOEA DAY
NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
Monday October 14, 2024
Principals Fall Fundraiser paper Orders Are Due
Friday October 18, 2024
Principals Fall Fundraiser Online Orders Are Due!
Spirit Day!
Monday October 28, 2024
Picture Retake Day
November 1, 2024
Report Cards Go Home
Spirit Day
First Grading period Awards Assembly
Friday October 25, 2024
END OF FIRST GRADING PERIOD!
Fall Parties at 2pm
What's For Lunch?
(Our meats do not contain pork)
Monday October 7, 2024, 2024
Cheeseburger/Baked Beans
OR
PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick
Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk
Tuesday October 8, 2024
General Tso's Chicken/green Beans
OR
PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick
Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk
Wednesday October 2, 2024
Stuffed Crust pepperoni or Cheese pizza/Corn/carrot Sticks/Dip
OR
PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick
Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk
Thursday October 3, 2024
Cheese Bosco Sticks w/Marinara/Broccoli w/Cheese
OR
PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick
Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk
Friday October 4, 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.
FIELD YOUTH WRESTLING
Field youth wrestling sign-ups are now open - please follow the link to sign your athlete up for the upcoming season. https://forms.gle/JAWRuSSYzCza6aA87 Feel free to reach out to Ed Shutty with any questions, eshutty@yahoo.com.