BRACKETT ELEMENTARY PTO
Picture Day
Picture RETAKE Day is Friday, November 7, 2025!
A Coffee Pond photographer will be at Brackett on Friday, November 7 to capture photos for students who missed Picture Day and/or for students who need to have their photos taken again for any reason.
Coffee Pond will have a list of students who were absent from the initial Picture Day, but not of those who need to have photos retaken. Students that were ABSENT on the original Picture Day will be automatically taken to have their picture taken. Students who need RETAKES will need to inform their teacher that they need to go have their picture retaken (parents/caregivers can also email their child(ren)’s teacher ahead of time to let them know that they should be included in Retake Day).
Parent volunteers will be on hand to escort students to and from their classrooms to the location of retakes; please let your child(ren)’s teacher(s) know if your child needs to participate so we can ensure everyone is included.
If you received an initial photo package and your child(ren) participate in Retake Day, they will need to bring in the original photo package in full to be eligible for replacements.
If you have school or Retake Day questions, please reach out to the PTO at info@brackettpto.org. For questions around ordering, order placement, refunds, and other specific support, please contact Coffee Pond Customer Service by emailing lifeguards@coffeepond.com.
Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will pictures be taken?
Individual and class photos will be taken outside (on school grounds), weather permitting. In inclement weather, class photos will be taken inside, either in the gym, the lobby, or in your child(ren)’s classroom(s).
Do we get to see proofs?
No, Coffee Pond does not provide photo proofs.
When/how do we receive the photos?
A: There is no exact timeframe, but if your child(ren) are present and have their photos taken on Picture Day on Friday, September 19, 2025 all physical photo packages will be delivered to school and sent home in backpacks prior to the Thanksgiving holiday break. If you choose to order a digital copy of your child(ren)’s school picture, either a la carte or as part of a package, you will receive the image file(s) via email earlier than you will receive the physical photo package.
Every year, at least some parents are upset by the condition of photos after being shoved into backpacks; please ask your child(ren) to be careful or to hand-carry them out of school. If you do end up needing replacements, please contact lifeguards@coffeepond.com.
What’s up with class photos?
All students will receive a class photo, regardless of whether individual photo packages are ordered or not. All students will also have their individual photo taken, regardless of whether a package order is placed (this is for student ID purposes).
Please note that class photos will be delivered after Retake Day this year, which is a change from previous years.
What if I don’t like the photos?
If you dislike the photos for any reason, you have the option of having your child(ren) have their photo taken again on Retake Day in early November (Friday, November 7). If you’d prefer a refund, please contact lifeguards@coffeepond.com.
What if I need/want more photos?
If you wish to order additional photos after placing your initial order, or if you are a two-home family and wish to receive separate individual packages or digital copies, please contact lifeguards@coffeepond.com for support.
What happens if my child(ren) miss Picture Day?
Retake Day will be scheduled for Friday, November 7, 2025. If you place an order online prior to the initial Picture Day, Coffee Pond will be aware that your child(ren) were not present and will ensure their photos are captured on Retake Day. If you did not place an order, you can do so any time between now and Retake Day online, or you can pick up an extra paper order form in the office and return to your child(ren)’s teacher(s).
How does Retake Day work?
On Retake Day (Friday, November 7), a Coffee Pond photographer will be at Brackett to capture photos for students who missed Picture Day and/or for students who need to have their photos taken again for any reason.
Coffee Pond will have a list of students who were absent from the initial Picture Day, but not of those who need to have photos retaken.
Parent volunteers will be on hand to escort students to and from their classrooms to the location of retakes; please let your child(ren)’s teacher(s) know if your child needs to participate so we can ensure everyone is included.
If you receive an initial photo package and your child(ren) participate in Retake Day, they will need to bring in the original photo package in full to be eligible for replacements.
Are there other opportunities for school pictures in the spring?
No, Brackett only offers one Picture Day each school year.
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