The Brooklyn Buzz
April 26, 2019
IN THIS EDITION:
- Testing Continues
- 1 School 1 Book
- Choir Concert
- Outdoor Recess
- Bullying Program at the Library
- PTA Updates and information
- Important Dates
- Contacting Brooklyn School
Home stretch of testing
6th and 7th grade have completed all testing. Next week 3rd, 4th and 5th finish up, by completing the Math portion.
Thank you to all the families that have made sure their children were in school to test, well rested and ready to go.
This year we tested on Chromebooks in the classrooms. We had a lot of success and students shared they enjoyed testing in their classroom environment (vs the computer labs).
We still have testing over the next few weeks, here are somethings you can do at home:
- Encourage a good night sleep
- Give positive affirmations (i.e. notes in their lunches or book bags)
- Talking about the test
- Reading each night
- Ensure that your child is in the habit of arriving to school on time.
- Attend your child's school conference to discuss your students strengths/weakness and how else you can support their preparation!
Testing Dates
We will be testing on chrome books in the classrooms this year. This will allow us to minimize number of days testing by testing larger groups and we are going to test first thing in the mornings.
Testing Dates and information ~ testing will take place from 8:30 -10:30 in the morning (in case you have to schedule an appointment)
April -
30th - 3rd grade Math
May
1st - 3rd grade Math
2nd & 3rd - 4th & 5th grade Math
1 School 1 Book
@Brooklyn_Canes
Dear Parent/Guardian: May 2019
Thanks to the generous donation from Ridge Park Square and the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce this month our school will be embarking on a special project, an all school book club One School, One Book. Every family will receive a copy of the same book – Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory- and will be asked to read it together at home over the next few weeks.
We are personally asking you to make the time so your family can participate in this special activity. Reading aloud at home is valuable because it better prepares your child to be an effective reader. But it is also a fun, worthwhile family activity. Through the One School, One Book program, we aim to build a community of readers at our school. Everyone - students, parents, teachers, even support staff - will be participating, and we can all reap the many benefits.
Your child received a copy of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at a special school-wide assembly introducing the program and the book. Along with the book, you are receiving a reading schedule to follow at home. Generally, you will be asked to read about 15 minutes each night.
In school, your child will be invited to answer daily trivia questions about the book. You will soon find that your child will take pride in knowing and anticipating the details of the story. In class, there may be various activities which discuss or explore the book. In addition, the community wide scavenger hunt will take place throughout the month at Ridge Park Square. You will want to make sure your family keeps up so your child can be included. Throughout the month of May, everyone will be talking about Charlie.
One School, One Book is a novel program in that children at all grade levels will all be reading and/or listening to the same book. Strange or daring as that may seem, it actually makes sound educational sense. Reading professionals recommend reading material out loud that is beyond a child’s own reading level. And we also believe that you can and should continue reading chapter books with your older children, even when they are able to read by themselves. We have selected a title that can be followed and understood and enjoyed by younger students, but that will still captivate and stimulate older children. We hope that you’ll enjoy this special reading time with your children. Together, we can continue to build a community of readers in our school district.
Happy Reading!
Choir Concert
4th grade must report to the choir room no later than 6:10 pm for their 6:30 pm performance.
5th/6th/7th grade Concert Choir must report to the choir room no later than 7:10 pm for their 7:30 pm performance.
Dress in your "Best" attire.
Outdoor Recess Guidelines
The weather is starting to get a little warmer.
Please make sure your child has the proper clothing to go outside.
Please make sure students have proper foot ware - sandals are not allowed on playground equipment.
Bullying Stop Here @ the Brooklyn Library
- Grades 3-7
- Thursday, May 16th @ 4:00 pm
- Brooklyn Branch Cuyahoga County Library 4480 Ridge Road, 216.398.4600
- U.S. Shuai Kung Fu Academy will discuss types of bullying and present action-oriented activities and solutions.
- Registration is required.
Information from Brooklyn PTA
PTA Fundraiser
PTA Fundraiser is completed and all orders should have been turned in.
Deliveries will be held at Brooklyn School - May 9th, from 3:30 - 6:30 in the Brooklyn School Lunchroom.
Contacting Brooklyn School Personnel
Attendance Line ~ (216) 485-8171
- When reporting your child off, please include: first and last name of the child, grade, reason for absence, who is reporting the child off and a number you can be reached.
(216) 485-8177
cristin.cicco@bcshurricanes.org
Ms. Lara Smith ~ Assistant Principal
(216) 485-8178
Mrs. Annie Bir ~ Guidance Counselor (Grades 4-7)
(216) 485-8128
Mrs. Denise Smith ~ Guidance Counselor (Grades PK-3)
(216) 485 - 8173
denise.smith@bcshurricanes.org
Mrs. Laura Paul ~ Brooklyn School Secretary
(216) 485-8176
Important Dates
Check Brooklyn School Calendar on the schools web page for more information.
April 29th - K-7 Homeroom and class pictures
May 2nd - 4th grade choir concert 6:30 (report at 6:10)
May 2nd - 5th/6th/7th grade choir concert @ 7:30 (report at 7:10)
Testing:
April -
30th - 3rd grade Math
May
1st - 3rd grade Math
2nd & 3rd - 4th & 5th grade Math
Brooklyn School
Email: cristin.cicco@bcshurricanes.org
Website: http://www.brooklyn.k12.oh.us/2/Home
Location: 9200 Biddulph Avenue, Brooklyn, OH, USA
Phone: 216-485-8176
Twitter: @Brooklyn_Canes