Friends, family, fraternity brothers and colleagues say farewell and thank you to BOE chairman Donald Harris, Jr. (center, with wife Dr. Martha Brackeen-Harris) and BOE member Robert Ike (checkered suit). Both are retiring from the board and served the town, with distinction, for more that a decade on the board. Tuesday was their last public BOE meeting.
Bloomfield Public Schools sends heartfelt condolences to the Windsor Public Schools family and the family of deceased student-athlete Elijah-Jay Mariano Rivera: https://www.courant.com/2023/10/10/windsor-high-football-player-dies-after-losing-consciousness-at-practice/
More on district students' travel to Bridgeport Friday to witness NAACP's 11th Annual Great Debate. A team from Yale competed against Howard University's debate team: https://www.bloomfieldschools.org/
A contingent of Carmen Arace Middle School students and the freshman class at Bloomfield High School attended Fridays' NAACP's Great Debate between Yale and Howard University in Bridgeport.
The Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater event was moderated by White House Correspondent April Ryan. It provided students the opportunity to learn more about the importance of research, oral argument, civil debate, critical thinking and sportsmanship.
About 5,000 students from around CT were in attendance.
Happy birthday to Jadaja Jones and Kansani Thompson! We hope you have the best day ever!
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month The Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence is seeing more domestic violence cases this year, including more cases of family violence involving children.
A community forum, hosted by the West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District, is being conducted Monday, Oct. 16, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the town's community center, 330 Park Ave. Attendees will learn how to spot signs of domestic abuse and how to help - including available resources.
School will be closed Monday, Oct. 9, for Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Enjoy the extended weekend.
Happy Birthday to Isaiah Delaire and Makenzie Morrison! We hope you have the best day ever!
Happy birthday to Malea James and Kameron Sinclair! We hope you have the best day ever!
Pie Fundraiser ends tomorrow! Make sure your friends and family are set for the holidays with delicious pies from Granny's Pie Factory!
School will be closed Monday, Oct. 9, for Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Enjoy the extended weekend.
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October is National Principals Month - Bloomfield Public Schools celebrates the crucial leadership role principals play in directing our schools and shaping the future of our children. Kudos to Dr. Frank Macchi, Global Experience Magnet School; Jesse White, Bloomfield High School, Dr. Trevor Ellis, Carmen Arace Middle School, Sarah Williams, Carmen Arace Intermediate School, Paul Guzzo, Metacomet Elementary School; Jennifer Dwyer, Laurel Literacy Academy; Samantha Straker, Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School.
Notice all Bloomfield families: The Back-to-School event – 2023 Extravaganza Day- postponed a few weeks ago has been rescheduled to Sunday, Oct. 8, from noon to 4 p.m., at the Rockwell Green, located on Rockwell Drive. Book bags and supplies will be available for free. There will also be games, entertainment food and ice cream.
October is National Principals Month - Bloomfield Public Schools celebrates the crucial leadership role principals play in directing our schools and shaping the future of our children. Kudos to Dr. Frank Macchi, Global Experience Magnet School; Jesse White, Bloomfield High School, Dr. Trevor Ellis, Carmen Arace Middle School, Sarah Williams, Carmen Arace Intermediate School, Paul Guzzo, Metacomet Elementary School; Jennifer Dwyer, Laurel Literacy Academy; Samantha Straker, Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School.
Happy Birthday to Les Sepulveda Garcia and Eli Mundy! We hope you have the best day ever!
Laurel Literacy Academy students showcased Mexican hat-dancing skills this week in tribute to Hispanic Heritage Month. , which ends Oct. 15. District students have been learning about the contributions, cultures and rich histories of Americans whose ancestors were reared in Spanish- speaking countries. This year's theme is "Driving Prosperity, Power and Progress in America.”
Laurel Literacy Academy was officially christened today, with students, staff and town education leaders in attendance, at a ribbon-cutting ceremony in the gym.
The former Laurel Elementary School’s new name is is reflective of the intensive work being done over the past couple of years in reading, writing, comprehension, speaking and problem-solving at Laurel.
Happy Birthday, Rayshawn Daley! We hope you have the best day ever!
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