Every fall all our students in grades 3-6 are tested using the NECAP statewide test. We have just received the results which will be mailed to parents today. We did recognize those 43 students who performed above grade level today at assembly. In addition we honored those 50 students who documented at least 1 year's growth in math and the 41 who improved a full grade level in reading. We felt it is important to recognize the hard work these students put forth even if they are not in the top level of their class. If you have any questions about your child's results please give us a call.
UPCOMING SCHOOL EVENTS
2/15BES PTO Mtg @ 6:30PM Library
2/16Bradford School Charter Mtg- 3PM Bradford Academy Room 11
2/17Puberty Education Night for 5th & 6th grade parents : 5:30-6:30PM Library
2/19Winter Activity Program- last day
2/19Book Swap for all classes
2/22-3/2NO SCHOOL- VACATION
2/24BES Board Mtg @ 6:30PM Tech Lab
3/4Floor Hockey Game Staff vs. 6th 6-7PM
3/8BES PTO Mtg @ 6:30PM Library
3/10BES Board Mtg @ 6:30PM Tech Lab
3/19HAT DAY!!
3/19School Musical- Kokonut Island 6 PM
3/20School Musical- Kokonut Island 2 PM
FREE & REDUCED SCHOOL MEALS
Please remember that there is open enrollment for families to receive free and reduced school meals. If your financial or employment status has changed please let us know and we will get an application out to you.
LUNCH ACCOUNTS
Please call if you are unable to pay the balance in full- we can set up a payment arrangement.
FOOD DRIVE DONATIONS
Thank you all for your generous response to the food drive organized by our kindergarten classrooms. It was inspiring to see the number of food items lining the hallways.
PTO MEETING- DATE CHANGED
PTO meeting Monday, February 15 at 6:30 PM
BOOK SWAP IS COMING
February is I LOVE TO READ and WRITE month and we certainly want to do everything we can to keep the interest level high. As part of that effort we are holding a book swap event next Friday. Students can bring in used books in good condition and take home new ones. If they bring in 2 or 3 they take that many home. We think it is a great way to encourage reading over vacation. Thanks for your help and support.
LOST AND FOUND
Our lost and found table, located in the back entrance as you enter the main hallway, is overflowing with clothing that has been left here at school.Please label your child's clothing so we can return articles to their rightful owner.
SCHOOL CHARTER CHANGE
The Board of Trustees of our school are investigating the merits of changing our unique tax status. Most town governments in Vermont collect school taxes and provide the funds to run the school.When the Bradford Academy and Graded School District was incorporated in 1893 it had the authority to collect its own taxes. Only a few schools still continue this process. The Selectboard and the Trustees have charged a committee to investigate the pros and cons of such a change. We hope to have parents involved in this process.
If you are interested in serving on the committee please contact Jessica Bean, Administrative Assistant at (802) 222-4727 ext. 304 or email
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. The first meeting will be Tuesday, February 16th at 3PM at the Bradford Academy Building Room 11.
MISMATCHED SOCKS NEEDED
Girl Scouts are making toys for cats at animal shelters and they need clean socks- a great place for your mismatched socks. Please send socks to the office by February 15.
SOLAR GRANT FOR BES
In January of 2010, Bradford Elementary School (BES) was awarded a $50,000 US Department of Energy grant to place solar hot water and PV panels on our roof and begin to investigate and learn about renewable energy. Our vision is to show the students the power of the sun and monitor how energy can be produced renewably. The students will monitor the electricity production, the CO2 saved and the economic benefits to the community. The installation will be done by the Electronic Technology/Residential Wiring students at River Bend Career & Technical Center (RBCTC) at Oxbow High School and will expose them to a new and growing avenue of green jobs. This project is just the latest step the school has taken towards creating a environmentally aware and engaged student who is developing green habits for a lifetime while fulfilling the demands of Vermont's science curriculum.
PTO BIRTHDAY CALENDARS
PTO Community Birthday Calendars are available for $5.00. Please contact a PTO member or Sonya Grant at 439.5154 or
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.
NORTHEAST SLOPES IS OPEN & RUNNING!
Northeast Slopes is open & running. Great skiing and snowboarding- as well as great food. Enjoy the rope tow and new T bar - 12 trails open. Weekend hours 9:30-4, and Wed. 1:30-4:30- open school vacations. Affordable rates.
REVELS KIDS- WORLD OF SONG
Revels will be having rehearsals in Piermont, Norwich, W. Lebanon and Pomfret for students in grades K-6. Rehearsals start Jan. 20th from 4-5:30PM at the Piermont Congregational Church. The final performance will be March 26 at Hartford High School. Go to www.revelsnorth.org or Julieann Barney at 222-5515 or
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for info.
FREEZIN' FOR A REASON
...and help celebrate s'more birthdays.
BES RELAY FOR LIFE WINTER WARM UP- Join the BES Staff Nordic Relay For LifeTeam for a Skating Party to help put the ice on cancer.
Where:Elizabeth Park Skate Rink
When:Friday, February 12th5:00PM- 8:00PM
We will have music, face painting, games, and S'mores. For more info see the community board at BES or contact Doug Kussius or Darlene Sanborn.
VALENTINE'S DAY HAITI BENEFIT DINNER
When: Sunday, February 14 from 4:30-7:30PM
Where: Grace United Methodist Church, Bradford
Cost: Donation
Food: Caribbean Cuisine
100% of the money raised will go to Haiti Relief.
NOTE FROM BRADFORD YOUTH SPORTS
Although we greatly appreciate the fan support, we do not allow unaccompanied children at youth sports events. We graciously ask that an adult accompany and take responsibility for their children at all games or that the children do not attend. We also ask that parents remind their children to be respectful of the gym, other fans and the equipment. We need to leave the gymnastic mats alone and not bounce balls or play in the lobby area. The school extends BYS the courtesy of having first rights to the use of the gym, and we in no way want to jeopardize this privilege. Thank you, BYS Board.
SKATE & CHOCOLATE POTLUCK
Bradford Parks and Rec. is hosting a Sweetheart Skate and Chocolate Potluck Sunday, February 14 from 5-8PM at Elizabeth's Park. Come solo or with a fellow skater- and bring along a chocolate dessert to share!
BRADFORD WINTERFEST- SAVE THE DATE
Saturday, February 27 from 10AM to 3PM at Elizabeth's Park, Bradford Parks and Rec. is planning a day of skating, sledding, snowshoeing and more. More details next week.
