News from the School Counselor
February
School Counselor Quote
Any behavior paid attention to is reinforcing, so pay attention to what your child does well.
Valentines with Seniors
Bristow students continue with the community service theme by going to the Hughes Health and Rehabilitation center to make Valentines with seniors. The Art club, coordinated by Mrs. Smurthwaite, decorated doors. Both students and residents enjoyed themselves!
High School Course Registration
All 8th grade students have completed their course registration for next year (2015/2016). Be on the look out for a confirmation letter that will be sent home in March indicating what courses your son/daughter has registered for. If you have any questions please contact Mrs. Wilson at: 860-929-5217 laura_wilson@whps.org
Event Information
Hall LUV Choir Pyramid Concert (VOB Performing from Bristow)
This concert is a 'must-see' to hear a sample of several choirs in West Hartford Secondary Schools. AMAZING!
When?
Wednesday, Feb 18, 2015, 07:00 PM
Where?
King Philip Middle School, King Philip Drive, West Hartford, CT, United States
7th Grade Service Project
The 7th grade is holding a raffle to support their service project of the adoption of 2 families. Tickets are available for .25 cents each or 5 for a dollar. The prize is beautiful puzzles which have been assembled and are suitable for framing. The raffle will take place on Friday, February 20th which is National Puzzle Day. See Mr. Premus in room 234 to buy tickets.
Parent Conferences are coming up the first 2 weeks in March! Plan ahead!
Saturday Arts Program at CREC - Academy of the Arts
This is an 8-week program designed for students currently in 5th-12th grade with a desire to develop their skills in Visual Arts, Theater, Dance, Voice, Creative Writing, Percussion and/or Piano.
- The course begins Saturday, March 7th and ends Saturday, May 9th, 2015 and runs from 9:00am until 1:00pm.
- Registration information: Contact Molly Shaughnessy at mshaughnessy@crec.org or call her at 860-757-6341
- "I personally sent my daughter as a 10th grader and she loved it" Mrs. Wilson