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.
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.
The district, through Oct. 15, is celebrating national Hispanic Heritage Month. It is a time when our country celebrates the contributions, cultures and rich histories of Americans whose ancestors were reared in Spanish- speaking countries. This year's theme is Latinos: Driving Prosperity, Power, and Progress in America."
On Tuesday, Oct. 3, the district is hosting a ribbon-cutting to commemorate the renaming of Laurel Elementary School to Laurel Literacy Academy. See Dr. Thompson's Weekly Update for more details
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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.
Notice to all Bloomfield families: Back-to- School event rescheduled to Oct. 8 at Rockwell Green. Lots of give-a-ways.
Here are the head shots of the five Bloomfield High students recognized by the College Board for their academic prowess on standardized tests and in the classroom. The Board's National Recognition Program identifies high-achieving sophomores and juniors from underserved communities across the country. It is an accomplishment viewed favorably by colleges and universities when receiving college applications. In addition to highlighting that a student has done well on standardized testing, the Board’s recognition also indicates the student carries a grade-point average of at-least 3.5 at their school. Congratulations to the following BHS students: Angel Calderon Austin Davis Charles Fennell Jaida Foster Sergio Rose Jr.
For those in our community of the Jewish faith, Bloomfield Public Schools wishes you a good holy day in observance of Yom Kippur, the Jewish Day of Atonement.
BHS rallies to beat Masuk in thrilling high school football game: https://www.ctinsider.com/gametimect/football/article/bloomfield-scores-final-24-points-game-rallies-18382554.php?src=ctipdensecp
Welcome Kimberly Dunbar - the newest member of the Bloomfield Board of Education. She replaces Joseph Wilkerson, Jr, who moved out of town. Ms. Dunbar is an Associate Retirement Benefits Officer for the Office of The State Comptroller. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communications from Eastern Connecticut State University. She and her husband have lived in town for more than 15 years and have two school-aged children.
The College Board has recognized five Bloomfield High School students for their academic prowess on standardized tests and in the classroom.
The Board's National Recognition Program identifies high-achieving sophomores and juniors from underserved communities across the country. It is an accomplishment viewed favorably by colleges and universities when receiving college applications.
In addition to highlighting that a student has done well on standardized testing, the Board’s recognition also indicates the student carries a grade-point average of at-least 3.5 at their school. Congratulations to the following BHS students: Angel Calderon Austin Davis Charles Fennell Jaida Foster Sergio Rose Jr.
The College Board has recognized five Bloomfield High School students for their academic prowess on standardized tests and in the classroom. The Board's National Recognition Program identifies high-achieving sophomores and juniors from underserved communities across the country. It is an accomplishment viewed favorably by colleges and universities when receiving college applications. In addition to highlighting that a student has done well on standardized testing, the Board’s recognition also indicates the student carries a grade-point average of at-least 3.5 at their school.
Congratulations to the following BHS students:
Angel Calderon
Austin Davis
Charles Fennell
Jaida Foster
Sergio Rose Jr.
First BOE meeting of the 2023-24 school year last night ....
School leaders engaged in today's principals conference: They continue to work on strategies to improve classroom instruction and school cultures.
The district's 27 new teachers are settling in and learning about our very unique school district. The new hires will play key roles in re-affirming our culture to motivate students to aspire for excellence in academics, athletics and the arts.
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Bloomfield Public Schools celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from
Sept. 15 to October 15. This year's theme is Prosperity, Power and Progress. Our district values diversity, inclusion and respect for all cultures. Students of Latino heritage are an emerging population in our schools.
Join us in acknowledging and applauding the contributions of those from these eclectic communities.