CBA Elementary Lion Link 🐾

Hello CBA Elementary Families,

Our 4th and 5th grade students spent the last few days on an incredible three-day trip to Washington, D.C., packed with hands-on learning and unforgettable experiences! The students and their families explored many of the city’s most iconic landmarks and historical sites. They started their journey with a visit to Capitol Hill, where they toured the U.S. Capitol building and gained a firsthand look at how our government works. Later, they marveled at the exhibits in the National Museum of Natural History.

The second day was equally eventful, with visits to the White House, the World War II Memorial, and a moving experience at Arlington National Cemetery, where our students witnessed the solemn Changing of the Guard and even participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The day continued with stops at the Lincoln, Korean War, and Vietnam Veterans Memorials, giving students a chance to reflect on the significance of these powerful symbols of sacrifice.

On the final day, students visited the National Museum of African American History and Culture and the Museum of American History, before wrapping up their trip with a stop at Ford’s Theatre, where they learned about the legacy of President Abraham Lincoln.

This trip was truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our students to experience history up close, and we couldn’t be more proud of the way they engaged with each site. Next year, students will visit Williamsburg, Virginia!

Thank you CBA,

The CBA Elementary Team

All family members who wish to volunteer regularly at any campus or serve as a chaperone on field trips are required to undergo background checks. Additionally, a signature is required on the Volunteer Handbook Acknowledgement and Waiver, along with a completed Volunteer Application.

Below are the following documents:

- Volunteer Handbook

- Volunteer Application

- Volunteer Policy for CBA Elementary and Spring Education Group

Please review the policy and return the required forms, along with the clearances listed below, in order to volunteer or serve as a chaperone on a field trip.

Required clearances for all prospective volunteers and chaperones:

- Report of criminal history from the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP)

- Child Abuse History Clearance from the Department of Human Services (Child Abuse)

- DHS fingerprint-based Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Check (DHS FBI)

You can obtain these clearances here.

If you already have these clearances, we can accept them if they have been completed within the last 60 months, unless otherwise requested.

We appreciate your support and are happy to answer any questions you may have.

Orders are due by Wednesday, October 23rd

Please email heather.maltese@chesterbrookacademy.com with any changes to your order.

• 10/22 - Pre-K - 1st Grade Cherry Crest Farms Field Trip
• 10/23 - West Chester Halloween Parade
• 10/24 - 2nd & 3rd Grade Cherry Crest Farms Field Trip
• 10/26 - Open House
• 10/28 - Diwali Celebration
• 10/31 - PAC Halloween Parade & Party

CBA Elementary will be in the West Chester Halloween Parade on Wednesday, 10/23!

• Mr. Carter and the CBA bus will lead the float division. We are looking for a few families to join some of our teachers on the bus, to wave and celebrate!
• Additionally, we will have a donation station at the corner of Market & High Streets and would love to have some students join us to hand out candy and glow bracelets! It's a great spot to view the parade from!
• The parade begins at 7:00pm. We will likely arrive early to set up.
• West Chester Parks & Rec recommends parking in the High Street garage, about half a block from the donation station.
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Please note, parents must accompany children.

We are excited to celebrate Diwali on Monday, October 28th, from 1:00 to 3:10 pm. We are seeking families who celebrate Diwali and would love to share their traditions with our community.

Here are some ways you can help make this event a success:

- Provide traditional Diwali snacks or treats (must be prepackaged, store-bought, and peanut-free).

- Lead students in Indian dances (this was a huge success last year!).

- Assist in creating rangoli designs on the blacktop.

- Share photo booth accessories such as bindis, bangles, Indian stoles, backdrops, or any other items (please label with your child's name and class for easy return).

If you’re interested in volunteering for one or more of these activities, please click here to sign up.

Kindly confirm your participation by October 15th to help us plan effectively for the event.

We greatly appreciate your time and support in making Diwali a memorable celebration at CBA!

If you have any questions, feel free to email Mrs. Sareen at sonia.sareen@chesterbrookacademy.com.

Dear CBA Families,

The PA Departments of Health and Education mandate annual student health screenings are provided as a part of the School Health Services Program. A WCASD nurse will be visiting our school on November 13th and 14th to perform these screenings for our students. A report with your child’s results will be provided for your review. We encourage you to keep this record and/or share with your physician. Referral letters will be sent when vision or hearing results do not meet the standard range of normal.

The standard screenings to be performed are listed below:

* Vision – Far & Near Acuity – All grades yearly, plus Lens & Color – 1st grade, Stereo/Depth Perception – 2nd grade.

NOTE: The vision screenings are not a substitute for a comprehensive eye examination by an eye care specialist. The American Optometric Association recommends eye examinations every two years during the school age years.

* Hearing - Grades K-3

* Height/Weight - All grades

* BMI - All grades

Please feel free to contact the WCASD school nurse at 484-266-1306 with any questions.

Thank you

We’re getting ready to welcome new families to our amazing school, and we need YOUR help! Let’s show our school pride all over town by displaying an Open House Yard Sign in your yard! 🌟

It’s a simple way to spread the word about our upcoming Open House on October 26th, and show everyone what makes CBA Elementary such a special place. Plus, the more signs we see around town, the stronger our community spirit grows! 💚💛

Here’s How It Works:

- Pick up your yard sign from car line or the front lobby at pick up today.

- Place it in your yard where your neighbors can see.

- Snap a pic of your sign and share it on social media with #ProudToBeACBALion for a chance to be featured on our page!

- If a family attends our Open House and mentions your yard sign, you are eligible for a referral credit.

Let’s paint the town in school pride and get our community buzzing about our Open House! 🏡🎒

Thank you for showing your support and helping us grow our CBA Elementary family! 🌟

Always a Lion,

The CBA Team

Participation is easy! You make an email introduction

*Please note, the Refer a Friend tuition credit is not retroactive. Thank you!

We are writing to inform you that, starting October 1st, any past due accounts will incur a one-time late fee if payment is not received by the 10th of the month. Please note the following provision regarding tuition payments:

• Per the enrollment agreement, parents agree to pay tuition and fees according to their selected payment plan and the due dates specified or agreed upon. A late fee of $25 will be assessed to cover administrative costs associated with follow-up on overdue accounts.

To view your account balance and make a payment, please visit our parent portal, Alma.

Payment and contact information can be managed through the online parent portal, Alma. The link to Alma is below.

Please follow the instructions for logging in and contact Ms. Capotrio with any questions or concerns.

1. Click on the link below to access ALMA to set up your account

2. Click “Forgot Password”

3. Username is firstname.lastname of primary account holder

4. Enter Email

We require all students to wear a school uniform unless otherwise directed.

• Daily Uniform: Girls and boys should wear a green or blue polo shirt with khaki shorts/pants/skirt.
• PE Uniform: PE t-shirt and mesh shorts or sweatpants with sneakers are required on PE days.
• Shoes & Socks: On Daily Uniform days, students must wear brown shoes with white, green or blue socks. Students should wear sneakers on PE days.

**Please note, students should not wear Ugg boots to school**

Families assist us in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all our Children by keeping sick Children at home. The purpose of our sick child policy is to:

• Reduce the spread of illness from a sick Child to other Children and members of School staff.
• Promote complete recuperation of the sick Child.
• Prevent the constant spread of cold, flu and diarrhea and other communicable diseases that are common among small children.

Children who become ill at school will be made comfortable and families will be notified to pick them up within one hour. Families must keep sick children at home until they have been symptom-free for at least 24 hours* if they display any of the following:

• Fever of 100.4 degrees or more. Children must be free of fever for at least 24 hours, unassisted by fever-reducing medication before returning to school.
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Sore Throat
• Skin Rash
• Head Lice
• Heavy nasal discharge requiring frequent wiping every 3-5 minutes
• Persistent, non-productive or barking cough
• Fussy, cranky behavior unlike the Child
• Symptoms of communicable disease such as pink eye, measles, chicken pox, mumps, or strep throat