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Congratulations, SSS Community Club!
Congratulations to South Side School's Community Club for being recognized by Bristol Parks and Recreation as 2023 Bristol Youth Recognition Group Award Winners. Our scholars were recognized at Muzzy Field as part of the 31st Annual Bristol Youth Prevention Leader Award Ceremony.
Friday, Jun 02 2023
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Bristol Central College Signing Day
Congratulations, Bristol Central High School scholars, student-athletes, and families! Ryan Ring, University of Rhode Island, Verrecchia Business Scholar Julius Powell, Connecticut College, Men's Basketball Nick Krompegal, Mitchell College, Baseball Madison Corcoran, University of Saint Joseph, Women's Soccer Emily Blanchette, University of Hartford, Women's Track & Field Frankie Porrini, Southern Connecticut State University, Men's Cross Country and Track & Field Tre Blair, Western New England University, Football Jayeson VanBeveren, Mitchell College, Men's Basketball
Friday, Jun 02 2023
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LGBTQ+ Pride Month
Dear BPS Families and Staff, This month, we will celebrate the contributions of the LGBTQ+ community and reaffirm our commitment to creating welcoming and safe environments where everyone can learn, work, and live with dignity and respect. Pride Month commemorates the Stonewall events of 1969, which are widely considered the turning point that transformed the twentieth-century fight for LGBTQ+ rights in the United States. We celebrate Pride Month during every school year to show our LGBTQ+ students, families, and staff how much they are valued. As part of our district’s focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, it is important that we stand in solidarity with all members of our community. We are ALL BPS . In partnership, Catherine M. Carbone, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools
Thursday, Jun 01 2023
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Your May BPS Newsletter is here!
Dear BPS Family, With less than two weeks remaining in the 2022-2023 school year, we are in the home stretch and making that final year-end push. Earlier this month, we welcomed our youngest learners to Bristol Public Schools and hosted kindergarten orientations at our elementary schools. We will continue our year-end celebrations in the coming weeks with graduation ceremonies for our Grades 5 and 8 students and honoring our graduating high school seniors at their commencements. Congratulations, Class of 2023, and I know that you will finish your high school careers strong over the next two weeks! We wish you continued success and joy in all of your future endeavors. Rockwell Theater Fund Seat Campaign During the "Broadway on the Boulevard" Gala on May 6, 2023, we formally announced the Rockwell Theater Fund Seat Campaign. If you are interested in purchasing a personalized, engraved seat plaque, please visit baims.ludus.com . Proceeds from the event will support the Rockwell Theater fund, supporting activities and performances in our Bristol community. 36th Annual BPS Staff Achievement Awards Please join me in congratulating the seven well-deserving staff members who were recognized this month at the 36th Annual Staff Achievement Awards Dinner at the DoubleTree in Bristol. A special thank you to Hartford Distributors, Torrington Savings Bank, Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Wilson, M&T Bank, O'Brien Funeral Home, Bristol Arts & Culture Fund, and Webster Bank for sponsoring the event. Maura Hopkins - Occupational Therapist, Districtwide Angela DeNicolo - Physical Therapist, Districtwide Michelle Crowley - Administrative Assistant, Office of the Superintendent Dawn Killiany - Science Teacher, Greene-Hills School Jaime Rechenberg - Secondary STEM Supervisor, Office of Teaching and Learning Debra Vitale - Math Coach, West Bristol School Melanie Vetrano - Assistant Principal, Bristol Eastern High School Ellen P. Hubbell School and Stafford School Named as Recipients of the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries Grant Ellen P. Hubbell School and Stafford School were two of 300 schools from 36 states across the country to receive a $5,000 grant through the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries. This year, the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries awarded $1.5 million in library grants. Please click here for the full release. Kids in the Middle Recognized for Community Service During the 31st Annual Youth Leadership Awards Night at Muzzy Field, our Kids in the Middle program was recognized and celebrated for their exceptional community service. Under the leadership of Amy Campisano, students from Chippens Hill Middle School and West Bristol School engage in community service throughout the year in both their school and citywide communities. Student-Athletes Recognized at Annual Unified Sports Awards Banquet Our Bristol Unified Sports team attended the 19th Annual Unified Sports Awards Banquet at the Aqua Turf in Southington, CT. Bristol Central's award winners are Caitlynn Jiantonio and Francis Navarro and Bristol Eastern's award winners are Hailey Daniele and Anabelle Redline. Head coach Rosemary Rustic also received an award for 15 years of unified coaching service for the BC/BE combined team. Please join me in congratulating all of our Unified Sports student-athletes and coaches on their extraordinary achievements! BCHS Boys Track and Field Win 2023 CCC Championship Congratulations, Bristol Central Boys Track and Field, on winning the 2023 Central Connecticut Conference title! The Rams finished the season undefeated (14-0) with a commanding victory at the CCC South Championship Meet. Sara Hale Wins Unruly Educator Award Sara Hale, Teaching Dean of Physical Education and Health, was nominated and won the Unruly Educator Award in the Unruliest District Innovator category for her leadership in bringing computer science education into new spaces; physical education! Sara has led the Unruly Splats initiative within Bristol, a STEM education tool that combines coding and active play. Using an iPad or Chromebook, students can code Unruly Splats to create games that promote movement and collaboration. Students at Greene-Hills were the first in the district to use Unruly Splats, which look like big, programmable floor buttons that students stomp on to light up, make sounds, and collect points for games like relay races and whack-a-mole. All eight elementary schools in the district now have access to Unruly Splats in their physical education classes. The teachers plan to continue using Unruly Splats to inspire play and exploration in the form of building and playing their own games. Register for FREE Rockwell Summer Theater Camp Bristol Public Schools is providing interested students with scholarships to attend the Rockwell Summer Theater Camp. Click here to register today. LGBTQ+ Pride Month June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month. We will celebrate the contributions of the LGBTQ+ community and reaffirm our commitment to creating welcoming and safe learning and work environments, where everyone feels valued and supported. As part of our district’s focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, it is important that we stand in solidarity with all members of our community. As always, we are BPS! In partnership, Catherine M. Carbone, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools Dream Without Limits. Leave a Legacy of Strength. 2022-2023 School Year Motto! AROUND THE DISTRICT Every month, different schools share a few positive happenings, both inside and outside of their classrooms. Greene-Hills School Students Celebrate Trusted Adults in Their Lives Greene-Hills held their ACES Banquet, a night to celebrate the trusted adults in their students’ lives, earlier this month. All students in Grades K-8 wrote about an ACE in their life and three winners were chosen at each grade level. Families Participate in Camp Greene-Hills Greene-Hills literacy and math teams organized a fun evening of learning called “Camp Greene-Hills." Families were able to move around to different stations and take part in a variety of literacy and math activities. BCHS Spanish Students Visit Greene-Hills High school students from Bristol Central's AP Spanish and Spanish Club visited Greene-Hills and taught Grade 1 students lessons. Greene-Hills students enjoyed the visit and learning from fellow Bristol students. Mountain View School Mountain View Talent Show Showcases Students Families and staff packed the gym for an incredible Mountain View Talent Show. Students showcased their skills, creativity, and passions on stage. Vertical Learning at the View Vertical learning lessons that promote collaboration among students are happening at Mountain View. These lessons help students demonstrate their knowledge and skills. When students collaborate, they can exchange ideas, discuss concepts, and build upon each other's strengths. This approach not only enhances their understanding of the subject matter, but allows them to showcase their individual expertise. 5th Grade Students Participate in Egg Drop Competition The egg drop activity is a popular STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) challenge where students design and construct protective containers to prevent an egg from breaking when dropped from a specific height. The Bristol Fire Department helped make this event even more memorable by dropping the containers from their ladder truck. Stafford School Stafford School Named as Recipient of the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries Grant Stafford School received a $5,000 grant through the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries. This year, the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries awarded $1.5 million in library grants. The grant was written and submitted by Stafford's Library Media Specialist, Sarah Lewis. Stafford Mother Inspired by Son With Autism Writes His Story Kindergarten student Lincoln Gonzalez and his mother Melissa Ramos were featured on WFSB3 in this story here . Mrs. Ramos has recently published children's books, including one about Lincoln and autism. She kindly donated her books and they were on display in Stafford's foyer in honor of Autism Awareness Month this April. Family Engagement a Success All Stafford teacher teams made a commitment to create in-class opportunities for families to engage with their children during essential learning time. Their Grade 1 team welcomed parents to join in on math rotations. DONORSCHOOSE SPOTLIGHT Big Shot Creativity! at Bristol Central High School This project provided the BPS vocational program with a Sizzix Big Shot Switch Embossing and Die-Cutting Machine to help increase student creativity and independence while improving their greeting card designs. Hands-on activities help students thrive as they learn everyday life and vocational skills. The class started a greeting card business to fund outings for community experiences, grocery shopping, cooking, and meal donations through Lasagna Love. Their greeting cards have become quite popular among families and staff within the district. This project was fully funded at $481 by 6 generous donors and matched by Barbara Dalio and Dalio Education. "Thank you, thank you, thank you! Your generosity means so much to us! We are very excited to order the Sizzix Switch to assist with our greeting card creation! This machine will help us make more cards in less time. The money raised through selling our greeting cards has been helpful to fund our community outings to restaurants and movies to work on our leisure skills. We could not do this without generous donors like you!" - Mrs. Banda, Grades 9-12 Teacher at Bristol Central High School For more information and to give to a project, please visit www.donorschoose.org/bristol . BPS ANNUAL REPORT 2021-2022 Bristol Public Schools Annual Report In case you missed it, Bristol Public Schools published its first-ever annual report. This report highlights many of the accomplishments of scholars and staff in the classroom, competition, and community throughout the 2021-2022 school year. Please click here to review the annual report. Calendars 2022-2023 School Year Calendar District Event Calendar Board of Education Calendar Employment Opportunities Seeking highly-qualified, talented, and diverse educators to join Bristol Public Schools. In the News 5.28.23 Connecticut Teacher of the Year calls for change 5.15.23 Sara Hale Wins Unruly Educator Award 5.12.23 Ellen P. Hubbell School and Stafford School Named as Recipients of the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries Grant 5.9.23 Carolyn Kielma Kicks Off Teacher Appreciation Week on WFSB 4.28.23 Bristol teacher honored at White House 4.22.23 Bristol Public Schools and KultureCity unveil new sensory room at Ivy Drive School 4.21.23 KultureCity and Bristol Public Schools (CT) Announce Nation's First Ever District-Wide Partnership 4.6.23 Greene Hills Fourth-Grader recognized in Fire Prevention Poster Contest Bristol Public Schools 129 Church Street, Bristol, CT 06010 Phone: 860-584-7000 | Fax: 860-584-7611
Wednesday, May 31 2023
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Memorial Day Remembrance
Dear BPS Families and Staff, Today is a day to remember and honor all of the military personnel who have died while serving in the United States armed forces. We are truly grateful for all of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice to protect our country and freedoms. We are forever thankful for them and their selfless service to our nation. Also, I would be remiss if I did not recognize and thank the families of our fallen military heroes who supported them throughout their service. In partnership, Catherine M. Carbone, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools
Monday, May 29 2023
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BPS District Closed on May 29 for Memorial Day
Dear BPS Families and Staff, As a reminder, all BPS schools and programs will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 29, 2023. All BPS schools and programs will resume on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. Our Bristol Central Marching Band will be participating in the Forestville Parade on Sunday and our Bristol Eastern Marching Band will be doing the same in the Bristol Parade on Monday. Have a great Memorial Day Weekend with your family and friends! Enjoy the weather and don't forget your sunblock! In partnership, Catherine M. Carbone, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools
Friday, May 26 2023
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Congratulations, BCHS Boys Track and Field! Your 202...
Congratulations, Bristol Central Boys Track and Field, on winning the 2023 Central Connecticut Conference title! The Rams finished the season undefeated (14-0) with a commanding victory at the CCC South Championship Meet. Go Rams! Catherine M. Carbone, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools
Thursday, May 25 2023
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36th Annual BPS Staff Achievement Awards
Dear BPS Families and Staff, Please join me in congratulating the seven well-deserving staff members who were recognized last night at the 36th Annual Staff Achievement Awards Dinner at the DoubleTree in Bristol. A special thank you to Hartford Distributors, Torrington Savings Bank, Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Wilson, M&T Bank, O'Brien Funeral Home, Bristol Arts & Culture Fund, and Webster Bank for sponsoring the event. The Staff Achievement Award is intended to recognize BPS staff whose actions have had an extraordinary impact on our students, families, or programs. These individuals have routinely gone above and beyond what is expected of them in the normal fulfillment of their responsibilities. Another special thank you to the staff who nominated the recipients and recognized them for their exceptional efforts. The criteria for awards includes innovation; improvements in instruction, curricula, facilities, staff morale, and student interest; cost savings efforts; and extraordinary personal achievements or inspiring leadership that motivates the achievement in others. Listed below are this year's award recipients: (Pictured Left to Right) Maura Hopkins - Occupational Therapist, Districtwide Angela DeNicolo - Physical Therapist, Districtwide Michelle Crowley - Administrative Assistant, Office of the Superintendent Dawn Killiany - Science Teacher, Greene-Hills School Jaime Rechenberg - Secondary STEM Supervisor, Office of Teaching and Learning Debra Vitale - Math Coach, West Bristol School Melanie Vetrano - Assistant Principal, Bristol Eastern High School In partnership, Catherine M. Carbone, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools
Tuesday, May 16 2023
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Sara Hale Wins Unruly Educator Award
Dear BPS Families and Staff, Sara Hale, Teaching Dean of Physical Education and Health, was nominated and won the Unruly Educator Award in the Unruliest District Innovator category for her leadership in bringing computer science education into new spaces; physical education! Sara has led the Unruly Splats initiative within Bristol, a STEM education tool that combines coding and active play. Using an iPad or Chromebook, students can code Unruly Splats to create games that promote movement and collaboration. Students at Greene-Hills were the first in the district to use Unruly Splats, which look like big, programmable floor buttons that students stomp on to light up, make sounds, and collect points for games like relay races and whack-a-mole. All eight elementary schools in the district now have access to Unruly Splats in their physical education classes. The teachers plan to continue using Unruly Splats to inspire play and exploration in the form of building and playing their own games. Congratulations, Sara! In partnership, Catherine M. Carbone, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools
Monday, May 15 2023