Brimfield Elementary Newsletter

We will foster a fun and caring environment that promotes kindness, respect, and compassion for one another, while striving to achieve academic growth.

To empower one another to make a positive impact in the world.

Happy New Year! We are thrilled to share that we’ve had a fantastic week welcoming students back after winter break. The energy and enthusiasm they bring to school each day are truly heartwarming.

As we dive into the winter season, we kindly remind you to ensure your children are dressed appropriately for the weather. We head outside for recess as long as the wind chill is 20 degrees or higher, so hats, gloves, scarves, and warm coats are essential for keeping everyone comfortable and safe.

A big thank you goes out to all who attended the PTA meeting yesterday. Your involvement and support make a tremendous difference! If you haven’t had a chance to join yet, we encourage you to come to a future meeting and discover all the wonderful things the Brimfield PTA has to offer.

Thank you for being a part of our amazing school community. Together, we continue to make Brimfield Elementary a wonderful place for our children to learn and grow.

Now is the time to purchase your 2024-2025 Brimfield / Suffield Yearbook.

Yearbooks are $20.00 each. To reserve your copy, order online today!

ybpay.com

Yearbook ID Code: 2479525

Order deadline is April 3, 2025.

The Field 8th grade girls basketball team hosted their Teacher Appreciation Game on Tuesday.

Each player invited a teacher who has made a positive impact on their lives to our game.

The players wrote a letter to their teacher and also shared in a special recognition event before the start of the game.

Teachers who were invited, along with the student-athlete who invited them were:

• Miss Bellian, Brimfield Elementary 3rd grade (Piper Einsenman and Jossley Watts-Papczun)

• Mrs. Grant, Middle School Technology (Sydney Amos)

• Mrs. Downing, Middle School Choir (Lexi Eader)

• Mrs. Putnam, Middle School ELA (Alison Church)

• Mrs. Dempsey, Suffield Elementary 4th grade (Emma Knapp)

• Mrs. Combs, Middle School Math (Brooklyn Hermann)

• Mr. Fairchild, Suffield Elementary 3rd grade (Sophia Confer and Paige Eldreth)

• Mrs. Wilson, Suffield Elementary PE (Ryann Huddleston)

• Mrs. Estell, Suffield Elementary Music (Ava Mondello)

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

Congratulations to the following students who received a Principals Good News Call this week;

Class Compliment Parties

Congratulations to the following classrooms who earned a compliment party this week.

Mrs. Starkey and Mrs. Hackims classes had a PJ and Movie Party together.

Mrs. Swartz's class had a PJ and Reading to their stuffed animals party.

Mrs. Scalise's class had a stuffed animal and snack party.

Principal's Club(Awarded once a month)

Congratulations to the following students who received Principals Club status this month:

Ari Wheeler, Reese Boosinger, Evan Kosko, Harper Herndon, Harrison Bixler, Eliza Boring, Jade Boettler, Aaradhya Agrahari, Malia Croyle, Mason Boyd, Hadley Seni, Evelyn Xiong, Tommy Knapik, Lailey Grigsby, Khalil Traylor, Addi Hall, Nathan Boring, Charlotte Tate, Henry Husted, Grady Westerfield, Cameron Caskey, Jesse James, Aubree Richardson, Max Meffort

Congratulations to the classrooms that earned a Falcon Certification badge this week for their Spirit!

Mrs. Karpinecz, Mr. Landis, Mrs. Reagan, Mr. Hunsicker, Mrs. yoho, Mrs, Rhoades, Mrs. Shaffer, Mrs. Hackim

Thursday January 16, 2025

END OF SECOND GRADING PERIOD

Friday January 17, 2025

NO SCHOOL (RECORDS DAY FOR STAFF)

Monday January 20, 2025

NO SCHOOL

MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY

Friday January 24, 2025

Report Cards Go Home

Spirit Day

(Our meats do not contain pork)

Monday January 13, 2025

Mini Corn Dogs/Baked Beans

OR

PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick

Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk

Tuesday January 14, 2025

Chicken Nuggets/Smile Fries

OR

PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick

Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk

Wednesday January 15,2025

Dominos Pizza/Corn/carrot sticks w/Dip

OR

PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick

Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk

Thursday January 16, 2025

Toasted Cheese Sandwich/Tomato Soup

OR

PBJ Bar/Cheese Stick

Tossed Salad w/Tomatoes, Assorted Fruit/Milk

Friday January 17, 2025

NO SCHOOL

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

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

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.