Deerfield Family Weekly Update

January 05, 2025

Dear Deerfield Families,

I hope this message finds you rested and rejuvenated after the winter break! It was a pleasure meeting so many of you at the PTO’s Cookies, Cocoa, and Cards event during my first week here as your interim principal. The warmth and sense of community I have experienced from the Deerfield staff, students, and families confirmed what a special place this school truly is.

As we step into the new year, I am excited to partner with you in supporting our students' growth and success. This newsletter will keep you informed about important updates, upcoming events, and highlights from around the school. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions or ideas to share—I’m eager to hear from you.

Here’s to a fantastic start to the year ahead!

Warm regards,

Dr. F.

When communicating student absences via email, please include the following individuals in your email as sometimes we have staff absent:

• Classroom teacher
• Jordan Bouvia - jordan.bouvia@blairschools.org
• Tina McIntosh - tina.mcintosh@blairschools.org

For the safety and efficiency of our school routines, we kindly ask all families to use the front of the building for student drop-off unless you have made specific arrangements with Deerfield staff for a back drop-off. The back of the building is designated for staff parking, bus drop-offs, and a limited number of student drop-offs under special circumstances. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our drop-off process smooth and safe for everyone!

Please be sure to follow our winter recess rules for safe fun outdoors in this colder weather!

Enrollment is already underway for Camp Invention. Camp will be returning next June, and we invite you to register your current K-5 students for this exciting summer experience! Camp Invention is a nationally recognized program that offers a unique blend of hands-on activities, creative problem-solving, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) exploration designed to ignite curiosity and foster innovation in young minds.

Here are some highlights of what Camp Invention has to offer:

• Engaging Activities: Your child will participate in fun, interactive activities that encourage critical thinking and creativity.
• Innovative Learning: The camp focuses on STEM skills through imaginative projects and teamwork.
• Experienced Instructors: Our dedicated staff are trained to provide a supportive and enriching environment.

Details for Registration:

• Dates: June 2-6, 2025
• Location: Deerfield
• Grades: current K-5 students

To register, please visit our website at INVENT.ORG/CAMP2025 or contact Heather Dreibus at heather.dreibus@blairschools.org for more information. Spaces are limited, so we encourage you to sign up soon to secure a spot for your child.

We are confident that Camp Invention will be a memorable and enriching experience for your child, and we look forward to seeing them join us for a summer of discovery and fun!

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to reach out. Thank you for your support, and we hope to see your child at Camp Invention.

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing Blair K-5 PTO for hosting the fabulous Cookies, Cocoa, and Cards event for our students and families! The turnout was incredible, and it was wonderful to see so many of you coming together to share in the holiday spirit. We’re deeply grateful for the hard work and dedication of our PTO and the support of our families in making events like these such a special part of our school community. Thank you for helping us create such warm and joyful memories!