WFSB-Ch. 3 recently previewed the upcoming season for the Bloomfield Warhawks:https://share.newsbreak.com/4uc1s5ua
Please be advised that Tuesday, September 12, 2023 will be an early release day for all Bloomfield Public Schools due to the 2023 Primary Elections.
As a reminder, Wednesday, September 13, 2023 is also an early dismissal day for the purpose of professional development.
All enrolled students at Bloomfield Public Schools will receive a free healthy breakfast and lunch at school during the 2023-24 school year. Your children will not have to pay a fee or submit an application.
This free-meals program is part of a national program, known as the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP).
Mark your calendar: Sunday, September 10, at Rockwell Park Field, Rockwell Avenue in Bloomfield, the Save Our Schools for Our Kids Foundation is sponsoring its annual Back-to-School event, from noon to 4 p.m. The goal of the event is to inspire, encourage and create a positive environment for all children, including those dealing with special learning challenges. Backpacks and school supplies will be available.
Fox 61 Thursday morning featured BPS Food Services Director Nicholas Carambelas, an executive chef, on its A-Plus Eats food segment. Chef Nick showcased his signature, family-favorite Autumn Harvest Grain Bowl -- with farrow, butternut squash, pumpkin seeds and other ingredients:
https://www.fox61.com/article/news/education/school-squad/autumn-harvest-grain-bowl-recipe-back-to-school/520-7a7baa95-178d-4754-ac2b-5ab18d9b2605
Mark your calendar: Sunday, September 10, at Rockwell Park Field, Rockwell Avenue in Bloomfield, the Save Our Schools for Our Kids Foundation is sponsoring its annual Back-to-School event, from noon to 4 p.m. The goal of the event is to inspire, encourage and create a positive environment for all children, including those dealing with special learning challenges. Backpacks and school supplies will be available.
4 DAYS AGO, STAN SIMPSON
We had a great first day at GEMS! Thank you to the staff, faculty, parents, and students for making this a day to remember!
Tomorrow is a normal day. Periods 1-7 with a 2:20 release.
Anne Burrows, head girls track & field coach at Bloomfield High School, has been awarded the 2023 CT Girls High School Track & Field Coach of the Year. .... https://www.bloomfieldschools.org/
New QR code provides access to community App and timely news about BPS. Come on in - and tell a friend. Put BPS in your pocket
Good morning!
We are having a great first day at GEMS. Please note that school is dismissed at 12:47 today. Buses should be clear of the building by 1:10. We apologize for the confusion. Have a great day!
Teachers are ready and excited about today's first day of school! ... More images from Tuesday's powerful all-day Professional Development Day, which guided about 500 certified and non-certified teachers on what they need to do to be successful in the 2023-24 year. Approximately 75 workshops were conducted.
Good evening, GEMS!
We are so excited to welcome you to school tomorrow! A few notes:
-Please double check your bus stop pick-up time.
-School begins at 7:40 and ends at 2:20. We will dismiss at 2:20 and release the buses after we have confirmed everyone is on their bus. This can take 20 minutes or so on the first day.
-Breakfast and lunch are FREE! Students are welcome to have breakfast as soon as they arrive to school.
-We will provide lockers and schedules upon arrival.
-We have homeroom this year. Assignments are posted upstairs and on the main floor.
Thank you for trusting us with your child's education. We can't wait to get started. Have a great night!
Bloomfield High School was abuzz Tuesday - a day before the first day of school -
as about 500 certified and non-certified teachers participated in 75 professional-development sessions.
The WINS Day - What I Need to Succeed - topics included team building, understanding emotional trauma, connecting with families, proactive and collaborative problem-solving, teaching multilingual learners and leveraging technology to improve student performance.
Our teachers are ready for the 2023-24 school year!
WFSB- Ch. 3 talked to Dr. Thompson this morning about what Bloomfield families can expect in the 2023-24 year. First day of school is Aug. 30:https://www.wfsb.com/video/2023/08/29/new-year-bloomfield-schools/
Monday's district convocation was the last one for both Superintendent Dr James Thompson and Bloomfield Board of Education Chairman Donald Harris. Both have served the district with distinction and are retiring this year after 12 years of service.
Bloomfield Public Schools Convocation 2023 was an ideal time to welcome back staff for the start of a new school year, Wednesday, Aug. 30.
Attendees heard from administrative and staff leaders, listened to four successful Bloomfield High School alumnus talk about the value of a BPS education and congratulated district 2023 Teacher of the Year Kimberly Thode from Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School.
Check out the latest BPS Update from Dr. Thompson - https://www.bloomfieldschools.org/article/1218992
BPS Convocation 2023 kicked off this morning.This year's theme: "Power of the Graduate". BHS alumnus Donnette Williams, Kairon Barrett, Brittany Jones and Monique Anderson gave powerful testimony as to the value of a BPS education.
BPS Convocation 2023 kicks off at 8:30 a.m. today. This year's theme: "Power of the Graduate". BHS alumnus Donnette Williams, Kairon Barrett, Brittany Jones and Monique Anderson will give testimony as to the value of a BPS education.
Greeting families!
We hope you had a wonderful summer. Today, we held our first event of the year...Rookie Camp! It was a great opportunity for those new to GEMS to get acquainted with each other, their teachers, and their new school. Thank you to all the families and staff that made this a great experience.
We also wanted to share some notes about next week.
1. Breakfast and lunch are FREE this year
2. This Wednesday is the first day of school. It is an early release. Students will be dismissed at 12:47. Busses should pull out around 1:00.
3. Please see the Principal's Welcome letter and other information here- https://gems.bloomfieldschools.org/o/globalexpomag/
Have a great weekend!
