• Academic Performance - The district will strive to improve academic performance for all students on multiple assessment indicators and the staff will be committed to continuous improvement.
• Communication - Region 14 will develop partnerships with all stakeholders in the school community to highlight the exemplary programs the district offers.
• Safety - Region 14 will provide safe and secure facilities equipped with technology, enabling a 21st century learning environment that supports the values of the district.
• Budget - Region 14 will prepare a budget that meets the needs of every student and communicates the needs and priorities of Region 14 in a clear and concise manner.

Greetings BES families!

Bethlehem Elementary School had its first school-wide Kindness Assembly Wednesday, which featured the Kindness Crew sharing ways to celebrate acts of kindness that help improve the school community. The Kindness Crew is led by School Counselor Lisa Sizer and School Counselor Intern Serena Marro. The group is made up of fourth graders who are doing their part to ensure BES is a kind school community in every way. Before the assembly, the Kindness Crew interviewed fellow students to see how they can practice kindness at recess, in the classroom, on the bus, and throughout our school community. Students highlighted that it can be as simple as saying thank you and cleaning up after themselves. To help students understand the importance of being kind, Mrs. Sizer and Mrs. Marro share messages with teachers that can be used during Morning Meetings every two weeks throughout the school year. The first message was the "Kindness Chain" where students can add a link when they witness an act of kindness.

Parent Teacher Conferences are this week on November 19, 21 and 22. These are early dismissal days. Parents/Guardians should have received an invite via sign up genius.

Socktober and More! Third graders are collecting socks for people in need from now through Thanksgiving. Any donations are appreciated!

We are very proud and excited about our Student Council. Forty members strong, they are focusing on ways they can help their community. Their first endeavor is the food drive, please see document attached below- they are collecting this week.

Ice cream and snack days are back! See attached schedule. Price is $1.

Important Upcoming Dates:

• See attached document entitled "Mark Your Calendars Nov. 2024" for a more complete listing of events.

As always, if you have any concerns or comments please feel free to contact me directly at wyatsenick@ctreg14.org