Kidder Family Newsletter
March 18, 2024
Dear Kidder Families,
Tomorrow Tuesday March 19th, voters will decide on Issue 6, a RENEWAL levy for the Brunswick City School District. This RENEWAL levy will not lead to an increase in taxes. Instead, it will continue the existing $3,200,000 levy that our community supported in 1994. Click here to learn more.
"I VOTED STICKERS" - Collect your "I Voted" stickers for a chance to win a pizza party for your child's class (supported by the PTO.) If you mailed in your ballot, no problem, just sign the back of your child's paper which are due Wednesday 3/20.
GRADES: Report cards will be posted on ProgressBook by the end of the school day on Wednesday March 20th.
Spring Break is 3/25-3/29.
Summer Camp- Click here to check out some awesome Brunswick Athletic camps. Summer camps provide opportunities for kids to grow socially, cognitively, and physically while having fun.
ONE SCHOOL ONE BOOK
Our One School One Book Adventure of reading The Pet Wars is coming to end. We have collected Dogs $335.72 and Cats $326.87 to date. We will continue to collect leaches, collars, poop bags, paper towels, laundry detergent, etc. Both shelters foster to adopt so if you and your family are interested in adding a new member to your family, stop by the shelters to learn more.
We also encourage your to attend our Family Literacy Night on March 20th at 6pm! Details can be found below.
Summary of What You Need to Know:
A calendar with the reading schedule is linked below.
In school, your child will be invited to answer daily trivia questions to encourage and reward attentive listening. Students will be entered into a daily drawing for actively listening!
Each day a “Hot Diggity Dog” or “Cat’s Meow” will be selected for good behavior!
We will have 3 community scavenger hunts. Families are encouraged to visit the businesses below to pick up a special trivia question sheet. Students who return the sheet on Monday to be entered into a raffle for a fun surprise!
March 2nd and 3rd - Brunswick Library
March 9th and 10th - Brunswick Starbucks
March 16th and 17th - Brunswick Marcs
Family Literacy Night is March 20th from 6:00 - 7:00. ALL preschool - 5th grade students and their families are welcome!
Mrs. Dagostino
Principal
Mrs. Young
Assistant Principal
MARCH
18-22 Spirit Week
18-22 - Spring Book Fair
20 - One School One Book Finally
20 - Prek-5 Title One Literacy Night 6-7p (Open to all famiies)
20 - Report Cards Viewable on Progress Book by Families
21 - Drama Club Play 7pm
25-29 - Spring Break -No School PreK-5
26-April 8 - Virtual Art Show
APRIL
1 - Classes Resume PreK-5
2 - World Autism Awareness Day Wear Blue
8 - Inservice Day - No School PreK-5
10 - PTG General Meeting 6-7p
12 - PTG Popcorn/ Water Day
12 - PreK-5 PTG Glow Dance 6-8p
17 - OST ELA Part 1 - Grades 3-5
18, - OST ELA Part 2 - Grades 3-5
19 - Preschool Family Cleveland Zoo Outing 10-12p
24 - 5th Grade OST Science Part 1
25 - 5th Grade OST Science Part 2
26 - Spring Concert Gr. KDG -2 pm Parents
4/29-5/10 -DIBELS EOY Benchmark Assessments K-5
30 - Staff and PTG Dairy Queen Night Out
National Music in Our Schools Month
Youth Arts Month
National School Social Work Week
Spring Break Spirit Week
Ohio State Tests Save the Date
Ohio State Testing (OST) for third, fourth and fifth graders will begin on Wednesday, April 17th. These assessments measure how well students are progressing in gaining the knowledge and skills within the Ohio’s Learning Standards. The data yielded from these assessments help guide and strengthen future teaching. Furthermore, by teaching our students to apply these skills to what they are learning in school, we can make sure they are on track to graduate from high school and enjoy success in college, careers and life. Students Grades 3rd - 5th will take assessments in ELA (English/Language Arts) and Math. In addition, students in 5th Grade will take a Science Test Click HERE to access online practice tests. Please avoid planning vacations and doctor appointments during the testing dates.
April 17, 2024--ELA OST/EOC Test, Part 1
April 18, 2024--ELA OST/EOC Test, Part 2
April 24, 2024 - Science OST Test (Grade 5 only), Part 1
April 25, 2024 - Science OST Test (Grade 5 only), Part 2
May 1, 2024--Math OST/EOC Part 1 (grades 3-12)
May 2, 2024--Math OST/EOC Part 2 (grades 3-12)
Field Day T-Shirts
2024-2025 KG REGISTRATION IS OPEN
Kindergarten registration for the 2024-2025 school year is now open! Children must turn 5 on/before August 1st to enroll. Registration will be done online. If you do not have access to a computer, they are available at the Board of Education Office (3643 Center Road, Brunswick, Ohio). More details can be found on the BCSD website under “Enrollment.” Please click HERE for answers to frequently asked questions. For more information about registering a student, please contact Kim Frantz, BCSD Registration Secretary, at kfrantz@bsoh.org. For curriculum and learning questions, please contact Donna Spencer, BCSD Assistant Director of Instruction and Innovation, at dspencer@bcsoh.org. IMPORTANT: If your student is currently enrolled at Kidder Preschool and will attend kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year, you DO NOT need to register your student for kindergarten.
Winter Weather and Recess Reminder
Join us in celebrating Autism Acceptance Week April 1st-5th! This special week is dedicated to fostering understanding, acceptance, and support for individuals with autism in our community. Help us honor their unique talents and contributions during our Spirit Week. Let's make this week meaningful by demonstrating empathy, promoting inclusivity, and living responsibly. Your involvement makes a difference! 💙 #BrunswickPRIDE #JourneyOfABlueDevil #DedicatedToEXCELLENCE
Peer Screening
Save the Dates
Kidder Second Quarter Pride Awards
KIDDER POSITIVE STAFF SHOUT OUTS!
Is there a Kidder teacher or staff member you would like to recognize who has gone above and beyond to make a difference in your student’s life? Here is your chance to sing their praises and share how this special teacher / staff member has made a difference. Please complete the following form and a certificate will be created and shared with the teacher. Kidder Shout Out Form
Engagement Announcements in the Lobby
Click here to view the announcements displayed in our school lobby and cafeteria.
Counselor's Corner
How Do I Get Help for My Child?
Kidder Literacy Corner
One School One Book Calendar
March Reading Challenge
Camp Invention Is Back!
Camp Invention will be taking place at Huntington Elementary June 10th-14th. It is open to students in grades Kindergarten through 5th grade, this includes any student entering Kindergarten or going into 6th grade.
Flyers will be coming home with your child before the break. There is a promotion code on the flyer for $25 off. Parents can apply for the Ohio Afterschool Child Enrichment Educational Savings Program (ACE) to possibly cover the tuition.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Ms. Foster at efoster@bcsoh.org.
Click here for our MemberHub (pay for popcorn/water, birthday grams, membership & spiritwear!)
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Questions? Email the PTG at KidderPTG@gmail.com
Newsletters From the Superintendent
Parent Mentors
Kim Hawkins khawkins@bcsoh.org 330-225-7731 ext. 1533
Click here for more information
Final Forms
Free & Reduced Lunch
Transportation Links
- IF YOU ARE A CAR RIDER - Fill this out
-EXTRA. CAR TAG - Click HERE and complete the form
-SHARED PARENTING FORM - Click here for shared parent arrangements only.
- IF YOUR CHILD GOES TO A DAYCARE OR A DIFFERENT HOME AFTER SCHOOL- Click here to complete this form.
- BUS RIDER ONLY - No Form
- WALKER- please email the teacher and Mrs. Canterbury at vcanterbury@bcsoh.org
Chromebook HELP
Common Chromebook Problems - click here
Parent Volunteers
Attendance #
If you pick up your child early, please email the teacher and the secretary, Mrs. Canterbury, at vcanterbury@bcsoh.org.