1/10/2025 - NO SCHOOL for Students ONLY (Staff development)

1/20/2025 - NO SCHOOL for All (MLK, Jr. Holiday observed)

1/30/2025 - Preschool Info Night (6PM/Gymnasium)

1/30/2025 - Kindergarten Info Night (7PM/Gymnasium)

With the colder weather upon us, we’ve noticed fewer walkers and more riders during arrival and dismissal. To help keep our rider line running smoothly and safely, we’d like to share a few helpful reminders:

• Morning Drop-Off:
  Students can be dropped off anywhere along the sidewalk between 8:05 and 8:20 AM. Our staff will be there to assist and escort them to Door #4. Dropping off earlier along the sidewalk (before reaching Door #4) helps keep the line moving quickly in the mornings.

• Independence in the Rider Line:
  If your child isn’t yet able to unbuckle, open the door, or enter/exit the car on their own, we encourage you to consider being a “walker” instead of a “rider.” This keeps the line efficient for everyone.

• Afternoon Pick-Up:
  Teachers finish their duty at 3:00 PM. If you arrive after 3:00, please park and come to Door #1 to pick up your child. Staff will not be on the sidewalk after 3:00 PM.

• Safety First:
  Please use the designated crosswalks to model safe habits for all children, and remember to avoid cell phone use while in the rider line to ensure everyone’s safety.

Thank you for helping us make arrival and dismissal smooth and safe for everyone. We appreciate your cooperation and support!

Thanks to the efforts of Aiya Al Khatib, NHS student, and her family, the Bresnahan NEF Book Vending Machine is full of new books for the new year! Aiya’s book drive was incredibly successful and we appreciate the support of our wonderful community. Students at the Bresnahan earn a token to the NEF Book Vending Machine when they meet personal literacy learning goals. At this time, 300 Bresnahan Students have received a book!

Please be aware that if your child has missed 5 or more days of school you will be receiving a letter regarding the attendance policy. The MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has made attendance one of its statewide priorities and requires us to be in communication with families about this. As a school it is our responsibility to know that children are safe and accounted for during the school day. Please know that we understand there are times where children are sick and/or extenuating circumstances occur; we are here to support you as you support your child to be as present as possible.

Our Bresnahan school family is looking forward to welcoming visitors and volunteers into the building.

This is a friendly reminder ALL visitors and volunteers must provide a current, driver's license before gaining access into the building. There will be no exceptions to this district expectation as the safety and security of our school family is our #1 priority. Thank you in advance for doing your part to keep us safe.

CORI Process

• All volunteers must have an up-to-date CORI on file with the Newburyport Elementary Schools.
• Bring the completed CORI form along with your driver's license to the Administrative Assistant at our school office.
• Please note CORI's are only valid for three years; after that you must reapply.

Fingerprinting

In keeping with Newburyport's continued focus on safety, volunteers/parents are required to be fingerprinted in two instances:

1. If you are going on a day or overnight field trip and will have direct and unmonitored contact with children;
2. If you are a lunchroom volunteer and will be bringing children out to the playground. Parents who volunteer in the classroom DO NOT need to be fingerprinted, if there will always be another adult present.

Massachusetts has contracted with MorphoTrust for fingerprinting. To book an appointment, visit the Massachusetts IdentoGO Website.

Please be aware there is a $35 fee for fingerprinting. Fingerprinting does not expire.

Forms and Information

• CORI Form
• Fingerprinting Info

Important Dates:

Jan 2- Jan 31: Holiday Raffle Calendar winner announcements!

Jan 8th: PTO Monthly Meeting 6:30 PM @ The Poynt Restaurant (TODAY)

PTO Holiday Raffle Calendar: Winner Announcements

It’s winner time!!

Each day from January 2 to January 31, 2025, we will draw one lucky winner for that day's prize. Winners will be contacted by email and announced on the PTO's private Facebook group. Those who purchased 3 or more tickets will be included in a special Grand Prize drawing for a day of exploring and eating in Boston’s North End. Thank you for supporting the PTO and good luck!

Ongoing Fundraiser: PTO EcoBins

Did you know that the EcoBins (large yellow donation bins) at the Bresnahan and Nock generate funds for the PTO? There are two bins at the Bres, three at Molin/Nock. The bins take all textiles including stained/torn items, pillows, stuffed animals, shoes, so please drop off your unwanted items.

Do You Want to Get Involved?

We are currently seeking to fill PTO Board positions:

• Vice President

• Molin Teacher Representative

• Communications Co-Chair (Social Media)

Email us at newburyportpto@gmail.com to join the PTO Board or ask questions.