Hello Scranton Families,

Happy second semester! We began new classes this week, and things are going great.

In this week's edition, we have four things a pencil can teach us, BAS Parent University opportunity, advisory updates, handbook information about lockers, SMS Swim and Dive parent meeting, and Practice SAT info. Don't forget; grades will be posted: on 2.6.23

Enjoy the weekend,

Mr. Renner and Mr. Borg

Hello everyone! We still have spots available for the after school STEAM Academy that is held at Brighton High School. Spots are first come, first serve and are for 8th Graders only. Any questions can be sent to Mr. Borg at borgp@brightonk12.com.

As a district we are increasing our efforts to support the Mental Health and Wellness of our students, families and the community by focusing on Relationships, Student Wellness, and Increasing a Mindset for Learning and Growth. Each week we will share a Tip/Resource.

Additional resources and information can be found on BAS Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and on our BAS Wellness & Mental Health website.

The county launched a program to offer free parent coaching through the Cook Foundation. As we all navigate the daunting but amazing role of being a parent, this is a resource that we could lean on for support and/or advice. If you are at all interested, this link will remain on the district's main page through the remainder of the school year. Parent Coaching Sign-up Link

Our daily Advisory time is a fifteen-minute touchpoint scheduled after the second hour. The SMS staff will provide activities for our students that focus on fostering connections, student wellness, and growing our positive building and district culture.

Advisory is set in advance on a month-to-month basis with the activities sent out by Mr. Renner and Mr. Borg. In addition, Advisory is where we will do our daily announcements and building/district-wide community service projects, as well as structured activities such as grade checks and goal setting.

Advisory Schedule for week of February 5

Monday: Are You A Bucket Filler?

Tuesday: What Are Indicators of Compassionate People?

Wednesday: Compassion Activity

Thursday: Grade Check Day!

Friday: Random Act of Kindness Bingo

Lockers

Each student will receive the use of a locker and combination. This locker is for the storage of the student’s property and school material. Under no circumstances should a student give his/her locker combination to another student or tamper with the locker so that it is accessible without a combination. Lockers are property of BAS and are subject to inspection when deemed necessary. Inappropriate use of a locker may result in the loss of locker privileges. Only small band instruments can be stored in lockers. Large instruments must be kept in the band room to avoid breaking or damaging the locker doors. No oversized book bags or bags with wheels will fit in the lockers without damage. If a locker needs to be repaired, or if it cannot be opened, the office or custodian should be informed. Students are expected to keep their lockers locked at all times to prevent vandalism or theft.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is now accepting applications for the Youth Preparedness Council, a national effort to bring together youth leaders interested in supporting disaster preparedness and making a difference in their communities by completing disaster preparedness projects nationally and locally. Students in grades eight through 11 are eligible to apply.

Council members are selected based on their dedication to public service, their efforts in making a difference in their communities and their potential to expand their impact as national leaders for emergency preparedness.

During their one-year term, council members will collaborate virtually with each other to develop projects that promote preparedness on a local and national scale. Members will also attend the council summit in July and engage with top leaders within FEMA, the federal government, and national non-profit organizations.

Students interested in applying to the council must submit a completed application form and provide two letters of recommendation. All applications and supporting materials must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. PT, March 6, 2023. New council members will be announced in June.

Click HERE to access the application materials, read about the current council members, and for more information about the Youth Preparedness Council visit

There are two upcoming informational webinars on the Youth Preparedness Council and the application process: January 30, 2023 at 8pm EST, and February 28, 2023 at 8pm. You’ll find the registration information at the link above.

Please mark your calendars to join us for our Scranton PTO meetings this year. They will be held at Scranton on the following Fridays - 9:00 am: 2/10, 3/10, 4/14, 5/12. If you cannot attend meetings or would like to find out additional ways to become involved, please email deanneferrell@gmail.com.

President: Deanne Ferrell

Vice President: Lin Miller

Treasurer: Cay Pinchen

Secretary: Bill Rockwell

February

7 - Band Concert at SMS

9 - Orchestra Concert at SMS

10 - SMS PTO Meeting @ 9:00 am

13 - Brighton Board of Education Meeting @ 7

20 - No School - Staff Professional Learning

The ticket prices for events will be:

$1 students

$3 for adults

Parent meeting is at Brighton High School Pool on 2/6/23 at 6:30pm. First day of practice is 2/7/23 at 5:00pm. Coach is Samantha Pinter pinters@brightonk12.com. All required documents must be signed by parent and student in FinalForms and a sports physical signed and dated on or after 4/15/22 must be uploaded and approved prior to tryouts or first day of practice.

All student athletes must register in FinalForms and upload a completed physical and consent form from your mobile device or computer. The uploaded physical and consent form must be signed and dated by the examining physician on or after 4/15/22. The physical will show as "expired" until it is approved by the BAS Athletic Department. Physicals uploaded at the last minute may not be reviewed in time for tryouts. Please review your student's profile in FinalForms to ensure all documents are signed by the parent/guardian and the student and that the physical has been approved prior to attending tryouts.