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iReady Family Nights (K–8)
Bloomfield Public Schools invites all K–8 families to an interactive iReady Family Night to better understand your child’s reading and math diagnostic results and how to support learning at home.
6:00–7:00 PM
Laurel– February 18, 2026
Metacomet – February 19, 2026
CAIS/CAMS – March 3, 2026
Free educational resource bag for each family, raffle entry, and time to meet with district and school staff.
RSVP using this link
Questions? Contact Jennifer Preuss at jpreuss@blmfld.org
Hello Metacomet families! Check out next week's Parent Newsletter. 📰 Here are some important reminders and events:🎗️
No school for students on Monday, February 16 and Tuesday, February 17. We welcome students back on Wednesday, February 18.
On Tuesday, February 17, at 5:30 p.m., Prosser Library will host author Bethany O'Brien for a reading of "Lucky Husky" with a special appearance by the UConn Husky 🐶 mascot, Jonathan. Registration is requested online here.
Join us on February 19, from 6-7:00 p.m. for an iReady interactive family night where parents are invited to decode diagnostic data. This event will provide valuable insights to help you better understand your child's learning in reading and math. Families will receive educational resources, enter into a raffle 🎫, and have a chance to meet with district and school staff. Please RSVP. https://aptg.co/cCCBMp
Lastly, mark your calendars! Our Family Formal Dance 🩰 will take place on Thursday, March 12, from 6-7:30 p.m. Tickets must be purchased by March 5th. students will receive a flyer with the request for tickets.
Enjoy your long weekend. Happy Valentine's Day and President's Day!
Hello, Metacomet Families. I am calling to remind you that we have no school on Monday, February 16 in observance of President's Day and no school on Tuesday, February 17 for Professional Development. Have a good evening.
Hello Metacomet families! Please review the February Grade Level Newsletters!
Grade 3 Newsletter
Grade 4 Newsletter
Tuesday, February 17 at 5:30 p.m. local author Bethany O'Brien will read her picture book, *The Lucky Husky*, with UConn's live mascot, Jonathan, in attendance. Families can buy signed copies of the book and take photos with Jonathan wearing UConn jerseys. The event is best for ages 3-10, but older fans are also welcome. All are invited! Registration is requested online at: https://bplct.librarycalendar.com/event/calling-uconn-husky-fans-author-bethany-obrien-visits-share-lucky-husky-10459
Please take a moment to review the February 9, 2026 Parent Newsletter! Have a great weekend and stay warm.
February 9, 2026 Parent Newsletter
Hello Metacomet families! We celebrated the 100th day of school with our third and fourth graders dressing up as if they were 100 years old. Check out our slideshow that highlights the creativity, featuring gray hair, canes, and collections. Thank you for making this milestone memorable! It was fun to see and have a few giggles. Now, turn your volumes up and enjoy!
MES Celebrating the 100th Day of School
Hello, Metacomet Families. I want to remind you that we will have an Early Dismissal on Wednesday, February 4. Students will be dismissed at 1:25 pm.
Happy Monday, Metacomet families! Our 100th Day of School is Tuesday, February 10. However, this Friday, February 6, we will celebrate our 100th Day of School. Students have the option to dress like they're 100 years old, make a 100th Day of School shirt, or create a 100th day of school flyer! If students decide to dress as if they're 100 years old, please keep, stuffed friends, slippers and robes at home!
Celebrate the 100th Day of School
Happy Friday Metacomet families! Take a look at next week’s Parent Newsletter and this month's lunch menu. Inside, you'll find important information about upcoming lessons. ✍️ As always, we are grateful for your continued support and involvement in our school community. Thank you to all our staff and families who showed up for Bingo Night! 🫶 It was a smash hit! Of course, a slideshow will be forthcoming. 😆 Have a wonderful weekend, and we look forward to seeing you next week!
Parent Newsletter February 2, 2026
During the week of January 26, our school will be participating in the "National Kindness Week". We are encouraging our students and staff to do kind acts for one another. Please look in your child's backpack for activities that can be done at home to promote kindness and for the week's Spirit of Dress Down Days. Thank you!
On behalf of Mr. Guzzo, here is the Parent Newsletter for January 26, 2026. Don't forget to look out for next week’s updates! Additionally, we will be participating in The Great Kindness Challenge next week. ⭐The GKC is a week-long initiative designed to promote kindness and compassion. This will coincide with our School Spirit events, so please take a moment to review the School Spirit Schedule. Wishing you a warm and wonderful weekend filled with snow! ☃️❄️
MES Parent Newsletter January 26, 2026
The Great Kindness Challenge/Schedule ENGLISH (page 2)
The Great Kindness Challenge/Schedule SPANISH (página 2)
I would like to invite you to our PTO Meeting this Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm in our Metacomet cafeteria. Our superintendent will be here to discuss the transition of fifth grade to Metacomet. Our grade 4 students will be staying here next year for fifth grade.
We are also excited to have our Invention Convention back at Metacomet. Ms. Davis will be here to let you know how your child can be part of this wonderful experience. I hope to see you this Thursday. Have a great night!
Our school is proud to participate in The Great Kindness Challenge Monday, January 26 through Friday, January 30, a week-long event aimed at fostering kindness and compassion around the world.
Students will receive a checklist of kind acts to complete at school, with the intention of encouraging them to carry these actions into their homes as well.
Additionally, this week will coincide with our spirit week, making it even more exciting! Let's come together to uplift one another and show that KINDNESS MATTERS!
Here’s a friendly reminder that the application deadline for Summer Place 2026 is January 30, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. The parent letter includes details on the application process and timeline for the lottery-based Summer Place 2026 Program at the University of Hartford. You will be notified of your application status by Friday, February 13th.