Bloomingdale Blast

Hello Bloomingdale Families,

Thank you for all of your support this week in recognizing October as the month of Respect. On Wednesday, for Unity Day we wore orange to show kindness, acceptance, and that we are creating an environment where everyone feels safe. It is also that time of the year in which we start seeing Halloween activities in our classrooms to engage students in learning certain aspects of our curriculum including identifying character traits by reading "Anatomy of Crankenstein" and creating witches using symbols to represent information. You will also see that this past Monday, students also learned about Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day. Students in Mrs. LoGiudice-Alfano's class worked on posters to hang around BAS focusing on how to be good citizens while here at school.

We also held our first yoga session during recess earlier today for Full Day Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and 2nd Grade. Through a partnership with the PTA, we have provided a yoga mat to each student to use during these sessions. As part of these sessions, students are learning different poses for their age level, breathing techniques that help keep their mind, and body calm.

I also would like to thank the PTA and families for our first Pretzel Sale fundraiser of the year. It was so much fun seeing students grab a pretzel with a friend and enjoy some extra time with their peers. We hope you continue to enjoy our pretzel sales each month!

Finally, I hope to see you all at the BAS & OAS 5K this Sunday whether as a participant or cheering on a participant! Thank you to both the BAS & OAS PTAs for organizing this amazing event.

Take care Bloomingdale,

Mr. Litz and the BAS Staff

Bloomingdale Avenue School is looking for students who are interested in joining a club! The teachers will make sure that if you've signed up for more than one club, the weeks are not overlapping. Each club will run for approximately 4 weeks.

• 1st Grade Coding Club with Mrs. Nudelman: Students in the club will learn the fundamentals of computer science by learning about algorithms and design. This club will meet on Tuesdays OR Thursdays after school.
• 2nd Grade STEAM with Ms. Rubio: Students in this club will be immersed in concepts of science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics. Within the "technology" component of STEAM, we also explore coding. This club will meet on both Tuesday and Wednesday.
• 2nd Grade Craft Club with Mrs. LoGiudice-Alfano: Students in this club will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials to create pieces of art. All materials will be supplied by the club. This club will meet on Tuesdays.
• We will also offer Environmental Club for 1st and 2nd Grade students in Spring 2025.

If your child is interested in joining a BAS club, please fill out this form by Friday, October 25, 2024. First and second grade students only please!

Specific dates and details to follow. Should available spots fill, a waitlist will be created.

BAS Families,

We continue to recognize October as National Bullying Prevention Month. Throughout the month, we are focusing on the theme of Respect: respect for others, respect for self, and respect at school. Students can choose to participate in a school-wide collaborative mural to celebrate our differences, students will learn about the difference between bullying and conflict, there will be special announcements throughout the month, and we will end October with a fun Spirit Week! Also, during our Bloomingdale Gathering today, students reviewed and discussed the No Place For Hate pledge as part of our No Place for Hate initiative.

Mrs. Biggiani

BAS Counselor

As shared in the above communication, please help us prepare for the Halloween Parade on October 31, 2024 by completing the following forms, if applicable:

• AM Kindergarten Returning for Parade
• Full Day Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and 2nd Grade Lunch Pickup

Please use the form below or the link here to nominate a BAS Teacher/Educational Professional for the 2024-2025 school year.

Sunday, October 20, 2024- BAS/OAS 5K

Tuesday, October 22, 2024- Virtual PTA Meeting

Thursday, October 24, 2024- BAS/OAS Trunk or Treat

Friday, October 25, 2025- Wear your favorite BAS gear or Cranford colors!

Monday, October 28-Friday, November 1- BAS Spirit Week *Please see the flier above*

Tuesday, October 29, 2024- BAS Pumpkin Patch

Thursday, October 31, 2024- Classroom Parties and Halloween Parade

Monday, November 4, 2024- Conferences (Regular Dismissal)

Tuesday, November 5, 2024- No School for Students - Conferences for Parents/Guardians

Thursday, November 7, 2024- No School - NJEA Convention

Friday, November 8, 2024- No School - NJEA Convention

Monday, November 11, 2024- Picture Retakes, Bloomingdale Gathering, & Veterans Day Clap In

Thursday, November 14, 2024- BAS STEAM Night

Please access district Medical Forms using the links below:

Medical History Enrollment Form

Medical Enrollment Form

Classroom Allergy Information

Forms for Students with Specific Health Concerns

**Kindergarten single sessions will alternate between AM & PM classes according to the following schedule:

• Wednesday, November 27, 2024- AM only (No PM session)
  
• Friday, December 20, 2024- PM only (No AM session)
• Monday, February 3, 2024- AM only (No PM session)
• Monday, March 10, 2024- PM only (No AM session)
• Wednesday, June 18, 2024- AM only (No PM session)
• Thursday, June 19, 2024- PM only (No AM session)

While conferences are still far away, they will be here before we know it! Please know that some conferences will take place on Monday, November 4 (still a full day of school for students) while others will take place on Tuesday, November 5 from 8:30 AM-3:15 PM. We look forward to this opportunity to connect about your child's progress this school year.

The BAS Climate and Culture Committee in partnership with the BAS PTA have created the Bloomingdale Avenue School Story Walk, an outdoor story for students and families to visit. The Story Walk continues to promote our students love of reading while also recognizing various cultural heritage months. The Story Walk book for September and October is, "I Love You Mucho Mucho" by Rachel Mas Davidson and supports BAS in recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month.

Cranford Public Schools is honored to commemorate Veterans Day again this year by welcoming local veterans to participate in our planned activities across the district. If you or another family member are interested in participating in this year's events, please click here to register.

If you would like to apply for consideration, please send completed application(s) with the required income verification to your child's teacher in an envelope addressed to the BAS Main Office / Attention: Mrs. DeLuca.

Free and Reduced Lunch Letter 24-25

Free and Reduced Lunch Instructions

Free and Reduced Lunch Application

Free and Reduced Lunch FAQs

Pomptonian Food Service Menus

Pomptonian Ordering

Allergy Information

Each year the PTA strives to achieve 100% membership. By joining the PTA, your dues (and additional donations) go back to the school which helps bring countless programs and experiences to BAS for students and teachers.

Click here to join!

Check out some of the scenes from our PTA Yoga Assembly on Friday!

The PTA is excited to welcome back the BAS Pumpkin Patch! On Tuesday, October 29 students will visit the patch with their class and select a pumpkin provided by the PTA, to take home. Parent volunteers are needed! Please click here to sign up.

Please consider attending the annual Livingston Avenue School Haunted House on Friday, October 18th or Saturday, October 19th!

Boo Season is Here!

All orders MUST be placed by Wednesday, 10/23.

Link to Flyer: CHS Class of 2027 Boo Basket Flyer

Link to "Big Boos" for Home Delivery:

You've Been Boo'ed Sign Up Link

Please feel free to email Ms. Gunning (gunning@cranfordschools.org) or Ms. Lieberman (lieberman@cranfordschools.org) with any questions.

CLICK HERE for the information flyer on the Lincoln School Clothing Drive taking place on October 26, 2024.

Please CLICK HERE for the Cranford School District Social Emotional Learning Calendar for the 2024-2025 School Year.

On Thursday, November 14th from 6:30pm - 8:00pm a Wellness Fair will be hosted at Cranford High School. Families and community members of students grades PreK-12 are invited to explore the local organizations that support all dimensions of wellness and wellbeing. Please know that the Class of 2025 Pasta Night is also occurring and you can plan for dinner and information when you attend this event! Please RSVP with the link HERE, or QR Code on the flyer. We look forward to seeing you!

Mr. Ron Litz, Principal

Email: litz@cranfordschools.org

Mrs. Agnieszka DeLuca, Secretary

Email: deluca@cranfordschools.org

Mrs. Loreal McNeil, Clerical Assistant

Email: mcneil.loreal@cranfordschools.org

Ms. Michelle Kilbashian, School Nurse

Email: kilbashian@cranfordschools.org

Phone: (908) 709 -6969 (Main Office)

Website: https://bas.cranfordschools.org/

200 Bloomingdale Avenue, Cranford, NJ 07016

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