Deanna Spears, Alyvia King, and Aleka Kirton placed 4th in the CT History Day Regional Contest

Greetings CAMS Families:

We enter this week with great pride and excitement, as three of our 8th grade students, Aleka Kirton, Alyvia King, and Deanna Spears placed 4th in the Connecticut History Day Regional competition this past Saturday.

They will move on to the state contest on May 4 at Central Connecticut State University.

Due to Parent-Teacher Conferences this Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, students will be released early from school at 12:45 P.M.

Take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about your child’s progress and plan next steps for improvement.

Our goal is to keep you informed and partner with you to raise student achievement.

Thank you, parents and guardians for all you do!

Upcoming Events and Happenings:

1.      Literacy Week Schedule:

Door decorating contest all week!

2.     Early dismissal, due to Parent-Teacher Conferences the 7th, 8th, and 9th

3.     Be in the know with Bloomfield_APP.png

Please continue to reinforce the below-referenced items at home: 

1.   Check PowerSchool on a weekly basis to remain informed of student academic performance. If you require assistance with gaining access to PowerSchool, please contact school counselors - Karen Goldman and Allison Glenney at (860) 286-2622.

2.   Adhere to all academic and behavioral expectations including daily class schedules and school procedures/policies.

3.   Come to school, daily, on time, in uniform, and focused on being successful!

4.   Monitor your student’s peer groups and social activity outside of school. We must eliminate all distractions to teaching and learning!

5.   Be prepared each day with:

  • Large 3-ring binder (that zips closed, if possible)
  • School agenda
  • Notebook paper
  • Lock for the locker (purses, bags, cell phones, and personal items are to be placed in student lockers)
  • Two pocket folders for each subject (i.e., math, science, language arts, and social studies)
  • Pencils and pens

6.   Be present and on time for each class. Violation of this policy will result in detention and possibly suspension, if chronic.

7.   Ensure cell phones, ear pods, and Apple watches are not heard or seen by anyone at any time while in school. All will be confiscated should there be a violation of this expectation.

8.   Follow the dress code guidelines found on page 12 of the Student Handbook:

  • Collard Tops and Sweaters: White, Yellow, Black
  • Bottoms: Khaki, Navy, and Black
  • No hoodies
  • No open toe shoes
  • No leggings, no sweats, no jeans 

If a student is not in compliance with this policy, a parent/guardian will be asked to bring in appropriate clothing to school.

9. Outside food deliveries are not allowed.

10. Stay current and read our monthly newsletter.

Best,

Dr. Trevor L. Ellis, Principal