March
News from the School Counselor
Quote from the School Counselor:
Listening and using empathy is more important than "fixing" the problem.
WATER BOTTLES
Students will now be allowed to carry water bottles throughout the school day!
Event Information
West Hartford Parent Workshop Series- The Power of Pausing
The Power of Pausing: A Mindful Response to Family Stressors: is a workshop for parents to learn and experience the benefits of mindfulness for the family. This workshop will be presented by Joanna Curry-Sartori from the Bridge Family Center.
When?
Thursday, Mar 3, 2016, 06:30 PM
Where?
Braeburn School, Braeburn Road, West Hartford, CT, United States
March is Read Across America Month! *Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss*
Parent Teacher Conferences
Spring Parent- Teacher Conferences will be held on March 2nd, 9th and 10th. On March 10th students will be getting out at 12:45 p.m.
Event Information
5th to 6th Transition Night
Bristow will host a 5th grade orientation night on March 7th and 10th for all incoming 6th grade students.
When?
Monday, Mar 7, 2016, 06:30 PM
Where?
Bristow Middle School, Highland Street, West Hartford, CT, United States
Event Information
5th to 6th Transition Night
Bristow will host a second 5th grade orientation night on March 10th for all incoming 6th grade students.
When?
Thursday, Mar 10, 2016, 06:30 PM
Where?
Bristow Middle School, Highland Street, West Hartford, CT, United States
Mindfulness School Curriculum
A new Unified Arts Rotation will begin the 2nd week of March. During this time, a different group of 7th grade students will be receiving the mindful schools curriculum. These lessons will be delivered during the health classes on Mondays and Fridays by the school counselor, Laura Wilson.
Support the MixedBag Fundraiser!
Bristow Middle School is having a mixed bag fundraiser to support the PTO. Packets will be sent home with students that will have order forms and information for tote bags, accessories, kitchenware & more that is available to order! Support the PTO by sharing the catalog with friends and family! Students can return the order forms on March 11th during their morning advisories.
8th Grade Students will be taking the Science CMT on March 17th
Event Information
West Hartford Parent Workshop Series- Calm, Connected and Effective
Calm Connected and Effective: Parenting to Nurture Responsible, Respectful Human Beings is a workshop for parents to discuss raising children in today's society. This presentation will be held at Charter Oak International Academy and will be presented by Joanna Curry-Sartori.
When?
Thursday, Mar 17, 2016, 06:30 PM
Where?
Charter Oak International Academy — West Hartford, Oakwood Avenue, West Hartford, CT, United States
Happy First Day of Spring- March 20th!
Event Information
West Hartford Parent Workshop Series- Calm, Connected and Effective
Calm, Connected and Effective: Parenting to Nurture Responsible, Respectful Human Beings is another workshop for parents to discuss options when parenting children in today's society. This workshop will be held at King Phillip Middle School and will be presented by Joanna Curry-Sartori.
When?
Thursday, Mar 24, 2016, 07:00 PM
Where?
King Philip Middle School, King Philip Drive, West Hartford, CT, United States
Grade Level Assemblies
All grades will be receiving assemblies through the month of March!
Course Verification Letters
Course Verification letters will be sent home to 8th grade students from their future high school. These letters will provide information for any further course changes for the following year.