PTG Update!
Please look in backpacks today for our first fundraiser of the school year. Think, "Pizza, Pizza"!
Brayton Gear is back, and we have added new items to our usual choices! I will notify you when that information becomes available.
Our next meeting will be next Wednesday, October 12 @ 6:30, in the Brayton Welcome Center.
Chronic absence affects all kids, not just the absent ones. #SchoolEveryDay
The Food Bank of Western MA mobile distribution on 10/7 is cancelled for staff training. The next distribution date is scheduled for 10/21
Food and Meal Site listing for Berkshire County can be found here: https://5il.co/1iuc9
Happy October! I hope all of you are enjoying your weekend! Here are a few dates to add to your calendar.
Tuesday, 10/4 @ 6:00 in City Hall: School Committee
Wednesday, 10/5 @ 6:00 on Zoom - Greylock/Brayton Feasibility study: Be a part of planning for the future of our two schools! Contact me asap if interested in attending - 662-3260
Thursday, 10/6 @ 11:30 - Early Release Day for Teacher Professional Development
Monday, November 7 - Picture Day - details to follow
Information about the upcoming Fall Foliage Children's Fair. See flyer for details.
Educators can use attendance to assess how well they are doing with engaging families & their children. Absences drop when families understand what their children are learning while also feeling welcome & supported. #SchoolEveryDay
Let’s help students build a habit of good attendance early & often. #SchoolEveryDay
Elf Warm Clothing Program
Applications can be found here:
https://5il.co/1inb5
https://5il.co/1inb4
Completed forms are due to BCAC by Friday, September 30th.
There are several opportunities for flu vaccination and COVID boosters coming up in the next couple of weeks:
Flu/COVID Vaccination and Booster Clinics will be held on:
October 4, 2022 at the Spitzer Center from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
October 6, 2022 at Drury High School from noon to 3:00 pm
October 12, 2022 at Colegrove Park Elementary School from 3:00 to 6:00 pm
October 25, 2022 at St. Elizabeth's Center from 3:00 to 6:00 pm.
Absenteeism is a red alert that students will drop out of high school. #SchoolEveryDay
Building strong, trusting relationships that promote a feeling of belonging is fundamental to improving student attendance & engagement.
#SchoolEveryDay
As part of the newly passed Infrastructure Law, the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) was created to provide eligible households up to $30/month (or $75/month for households living on Tribal lands) toward their internet bills, as well as a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet. More information can be found here: https://5il.co/1ijyh
It's been a great #StartWithHelloWeek! Make a Start With Hello Promise Pledge to keep the Start With Hello spirit going throughout the year!
Let’s help students build a habit of good attendance early & often. It's not too late to start. #SchoolEveryDay
Food Pantries and Meal Sites in Berkshire County:
The North Adams Mobile Food Bank will not be running on 10/7. The next North Adams Mobile will be on 10/21. (Since program hours and days can change without notice, please call the location to be sure of times and requirements)
Food Pantries and Meal Sites in Berkshire County can be found here: https://5il.co/1ictv
Chilly weather is here! Dress for the weather, not the season! Temperatures are projected to drop on Friday, 9/23. Remember to dress in layers!
Chilly weather is here!
Dress for the weather, not the season!
Temperatures are projected to drop on Friday, 9/23. Remember to dress in layers!
Thank a Trusted Adult today. Trusted Adults are always spreading the Start With Hello spirit! #StartWithHelloWeek
During #StartWithHelloWeek, we hope you meet someone new! Use your own personalized “Hello Style!”
Loneliness and depression can cause students to pull away and, in serious situations, even hurt themselves or others. #StartWithHelloWeek teaches students to be more inclusive and connected. Be part of the culture change! www.sandyhookpromise.org/our-programs/start-with-hello
