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If you have news to share with the community, please email your updates to brackettenewsletter@gmail.com.
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IN THIS ISSUE:
- Time to Sign Up to Volunteer at the June Fair!
- June Fair Raffle Updates
- June Fair Sneaker Drive
- Tell your Teacher they are a STAR! Deadline June 6
- 3rd Grade Families - Colonial Days!
- Updates from the Brackett Health Office
- Brackett Ice Cream Scooper Bowl: Thursday, June 11th 6:00-7:30 PM, Brackett Playground
- School Library Notice
- Brackett's Got Talent Show - - $345 raised for Fifth Grade Graduation
- Pop Warner Football & Cheerleading: Registration Opens June 8!
- Final Registration for SummerFun - Grades 1-9
- Save the Dates
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Time to Sign Up for the June Fair!
If you haven't had the chance to volunteer for an event this year and would like to help out, here's your chance! The annual Brackett School June Fair is coming up on Saturday, June 13th and is the largest fundraiser of the year for the PTO. This event requires a tremendous amount of man, woman and kid power to pull off. We know this is a really busy time of year and finding a spare hour on the weekend is tough. We really appreciate any time you can give to this wonderful community event.
Thank you so much!
The 2015 June Fair Committee
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0a45abad2caa8-june4
June Fair Cafe 2015 - We need your baked goods!
For the past couple of years the June Fair Committee has hosted a bake sale at our annual event. It has been a huge success and we need your help to pull it off again this year. The Brackett Community has some amazing bakers and we would love your donations. 100% of the proceeds from this event go towards funding programs for our kids.
We are requesting individually bagged items- cookies, brownies, muffins, etc. Please make sure that you LABEL your items and please, no nuts. Items can be dropped off Friday evening during Yard Sale drop off, or the morning of the event.
Thank you!
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0a45abad2caa8-june1
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June Fair Raffle & Silent Auction Updates
Donate a Raffle Item for the June Fair by June 6
The June Fair Raffle Coordinators are seeking donations to be raffled at the June Fair. Past items include, red sox tickets, gif baskets, celtics tickets. Please contact Kari Noble (karipapantones@yahoo.com) or Danuta Forbes (danutaf17@gmail.com) by June 6th if you're interested in making a donation.
June Fair Raffle & Silent Auction will be accepting bids at the Scooper Bowl
Next Thursday, June 11th during the Brackett Scooper Bowl come bid on your favorite summer camp as part of the June Fair Raffle & Silent Auction. Although the Fair isn't until Saturday, June 13th, we will be getting a head start on the Raffle & Silent Auction. Families will have a chance to place bids for various summer camps like BB&N and Belmont Hill! See you at the Scooper Bowl!
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"Sneaker Drive" for Cradles to Crayons at the June Fair!
We will be collecting sneakers in good condition for children in need in the Boston area. Come visit our table at the June Fair!
Every pair donated is one step closer to every kid having sneakers.
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Tell your Teacher they are a STAR! Deadline June 6
The Arlington Education Foundation STARS (School Teachers are Really Special) program is a way to say “Thank you for all you do!” With your $15 donation, the teacher of your choice will receive a certificate that honors them with a gift in their name. They make great end of year gift! Deadline is June 6 to ensure delivery before the end of school.
Program information and forms
The Arlington Education Foundation funds system wide initiatives and creative new projects to enhance the educational experiences of Arlington’s teachers and students. www.arlingtoneducationfoundationma.org
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3rd Grade Families - Colonial Days!
Don’t forget to come to the Colonial Days Dinner and Dance starting at 6pm on Thursday (TODAY!). Students and their families are encouraged to dress in colonial attire. Important Reminder – all 3rd grade students must bring lunch from home on Friday. Students will NOT have an opportunity to buy lunch in the cafeteria.
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Updates from the Brackett Health Office
As the days become warmer, lots of outdoor activities will start to happen. Here are a few things to keep in mind while you are enjoying the outdoors:
Sun sense: Cover up with sunscreen whenever you will be in the sun. An SPF of 30 is good. Reapply after swimming and every few hours. Apply sunscreen to your child before sending them to school. Send your child to school with a small container of sunscreen that they can reapply themselves if needed. The teachers cannot apply sunscreen. Wear hats and cover up with clothing made of Lycra. Lycra protects your skin from the suns rays. Stay out of the sun from 10 AM to 2 PM whenever possible.
Tick checks: If you plan to be in wooded or high grassy areas, check carefully for ticks. This is a two-person job. You need to check each other’s backs as well as the front. Don’t forget to check your scalp as well. The ticks that carry lyme disease are tiny, about the size of a pinhead or freckle. If you find one on your body, pull it straight up and out with tweezers and save it in a baggy or some sort of container. Inform your PCP.
Use bug spray: If you are in wooded areas or out at dusk or in the evening, remember to use insect repellent. Some mosquitoes may carry EEE virus (Eastern Equine Encephalitis), or West Nile Virus, which can cause serious health risks if you are bitten.
Always wear your protective gear: If you are using anything with wheels, a helmet is a MUST. Start now so you will be used to it even on hot days. Don’t forget mouth guards, shin, elbow, knee and wrist equipment for many sports and activities.
Drink, Drink, Drink: Keep hydrated especially on those very hot days. If you plan to be doing very strenuous activities for 20 minutes or longer, a sports drink that contains sugars and salt will be helpful. Otherwise have water handy whenever you are out for long periods of time.
Enjoy the outdoors!!
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Brackett Ice Cream Scooper Bowl: Thursday, June 11th 6:00-7:30 PM, Brackett Playground
Your very own Brackett teachers are hosting this years Ice Cream Scooper Bowl on Thursday evening, June 11th from 6:00-7:30 P.M. in the Brackett playground. This is one of our most popular social events of the year where friends and families can relax and enjoy delicious ice cream from Chilly Cow served up by your favorite teachers! The PTO would like to thank Chilly Cow owner, Brian LaClair, in advance for helping us to make this a successful and complimentary evening for our Brackett community.
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SCHOOL LIBRARY NOTICE
Please Be Careful Where You Return Books
A lot of Brackett books are getting returned to the Robbins Library. Please double check before dropping them off in the bin. If you accidentally drop them at Robbins Library, they will get returned to Brackett but it creates a lot of work for the Robbins Library staff.
Returning Books - End of the Year
June 5 - Last day to check out books.
June12 - All books should be returned
June 15 - Overdue book lists for parents will be printed.
Good reminders for Parents:
- Though kids will say they already returned them, please make sure they look for them.
- Look at home, after school programs, car, bedroom, classroom, lunchroom, etc. for books.
- Kids can check the shelves in the Library for books they think they have returned (there are sometimes errors).
- If a student lent a book to a friend, they are still responsible for the book.
Please direct questions to Mrs. Schumacher: jschumacher@arlington.k21.ma.us
Thank you!
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Brackett's Got Talent Show - - $345 raised for Fifth Grade Graduation
Thank you to everyone who attending the Fifth Grade Talent Show. We made $345 towards graduation! A special thank you to Caitlin Ram for working with all the Fifth Grade students who worked on the show and to Mr. Hart who is always ready to help us. From advertising to Props to Set Design to MC's to Stage Mangers to Judges/Ushers to Program to Talent. Bravo Dhruva, Sophie L, Emma, Lia, Gemma, Jameson, Sam, Dominic, Lucy, Thomas, Boaz, Bayley, Rachel, Mila, Lea, Asha, Elsa, Gemma, Keira, Maya, Annika, Sophia, Faer, May, Mila, Colleen, Tess, Niki and Piya, Gabe, Diksha, Valerie, Linda, Marianne, Francesca and Evelyn!
Thanks also to the Arlington Education Association for their donation to the Fifth Grade Talent Show!
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POP WARNER FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING: REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 8!
Arlington Pop Warner Football & Cheerleading is looking for athletes!
All kids ages 5 - 15 Welcome!
Please visit www.ArlingtonPW.com for information and a link to online registration
or visit us in person at the Arlington Rec Department from 6 to 8pm
Thursday - June 11, 25 and July 9 & 23
Questions? For cheerleading email apwcheer@gmail.com or for football pondersfootball@gmail.com
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Final Registration for SummerFun, Grades 1-9
Learn, Create, Laugh! What more could parents want from a summer enrichment program? We, at Arlington Community Education, create a safe and fun environment for your children. We fill the Ottoson Middle School with the best instructors, happy children, creativity, brain power and lots of pure and simple SummerFun.
The following is a sample of the classes that still have openings. For a complete list, please visit ArlingtonCommunityEd.org or call our office at 781-316-3568. We are happy to help you structure a summer program that meets the interest(s) of your child during the weeks she/he is available for some summer fun. Classes fill quickly so make sure to register right away!
Week June 29 - July 2
Outdoor Art, Grades 6-9
Songwriting for Everyone, Grades 2-3
Songwriting for Everyone, Grades 3-6
Gymnastics: A Barrel of Fun, Grades 3-6
Amazing Habitats, Grades 2-3
Cursive & Calligraphy, Grades 4-6
Archaeology: Can You Dig it? Grades 6-9
Week July 6 - July 10
Printmaking Fun, Grades 6-9
Rock & Pop Band, Grades 4-6 (only 2 spaces open)
Engineering FUNdamentals Minecraft, Grades 2-5
LARP: Heroes Academy, Grades 6-9
Puzzle Pieces & More, Grades 1-2
Basketball Games and Skills, Grades 3-5
Week July 13 - July 17
Summer Math Bridge, Grade 6
Modern Masters in Art, Grades 1-3
Pop Art Mania!, Grades 3-6
Glee! Show Chorus, Grades 6-9 (only 3 spaces open)
LARP: Heroes Academy, Grades 6-9
Cooking Around the World, Grades 7-9 (only 2 spaces open)
Week July 20 - July 24
Frisbee Galore, Grades 1-3
Frisbee Galore, Grades 3-6 (only 3 spaces)
Crazy About Disney, Grades 1-3
Soft Sculpture, Grades 1-3
Sports of All Sorts, Grades 4-6
Recycled Art, Grades 3-6
Urban Park & Nature Exploration, Grades 4-6
Jewelry Extravaganza, Grades 6-9
Week of July 27 - July 31
Classic Lawn Games, Grades 5-7
Computer Coding, Grades 7-9
Play Chess!, Grades 3-6
Celebrate the Seasons,Crafts & Cooking, Grades 1-3
Drama & Improvisation, Grades 3-5
Origami Fun, Grades 1-3
Wilderness Exploration, Grades 4-6
GoLingo! Spanish Immersion Fun
Grades 1 - 5
Half & Full Day options, meets at Peirce Elementary School
August 3 - 7 and August 10 - 14
Arlington Community Education
A self-supporting program of the Arlington Public Schools
869 Mass. Ave., Arlington 02476
781-316-3568
www.arlingtoncommunityed.org
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6/4-6/5/15 - Third Grade Colonial Days
6/11/15 - Brackett's Ice Cream Scooper Bowl - 6-7:30 PM
6/13/15 - Brackett June Fair
6/24/15 - 5th Grade Graduation!
6/25/15 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! HAPPY SUMMER!
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For daily updated calendar and event information, please check the Brackett Website at http://brackettelementary.org/
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