May 13, 2022 Newsletter

In my newsletter last week, I thanked all of you for the feedback on our parent survey, which closed on May 5th. The district and schools use that feedback as a mechanism of continuous improvement. In fact, the schools pick growth areas within the parent survey results to set goals as part of their school improvement plans. Below is a summary (across all schools) of areas identified as strengths and areas for improvement:

In terms of school climate, academic expectations, communication, safety, and overall satisfaction with the schools, we have over 90% of our parent population rating these areas as agree or strongly agree.

The aggregate breakdown of our schools is as follows:

Climate- 92%
Academic Expectations- 91%
Communication- 92%
Safety- 92%
Overall satisfaction- 92%

We are very proud of this feedback and will continue to work toward providing a strong learning environment for all children.

In terms of areas for growth, we did receive feedback, particularly in the comment section, that communication and student behaviors (the ways students treat one another) are areas where we can grow. We will work with our school teams to use the feedback received and further brainstorm ways we can strengthen these areas.

We will continue to periodically survey parents, educators, and our students for feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to take the survey!

This Week's Updates & Reminders

Support the BHS Post Prom 2022

Senior Prom is May 20th!!

Support the BHS Post Prom 2022

Restaurant Night

20% of all sales will be donated to Post Prom

See flyer for details.

May 16, 2022

BHS Art Show

Thursday, May 19, 2022

BPS School Year Calendars/Schedules Webpage

Flyers, Fundraisers &, Community News & Events

Stamp Out Hunger

Saturday, May 14th

Please mark this date on your calendars - it's our largest source of food in the year by far. Our letter carriers do a tremendous job gathering your donations and

everything in Bethel goes to Brotherhood In Action

HOW T-Shirt Order Form 2022 (2) (2).pdf

BMS Student Government “Heroes on the Water” Fundraiser

T-Shirts

Orders Due by FRIDAY, MAY 20

Penny War Flyer 2022 (1).pdf

BMS Student Government “Heroes on the Water” Fundraiser

Penny War!

Monday, May 23 - Friday, June 3

2022 Post Prom Parent Donation Letter 2.pdf

ATTENTION

BETHEL PUBLIC SCHOOLS PARENTS

Post Prom Committee needs your donations to help keep our kids safe!

flyer for 6th graders.docx

Bethel Teen Center

Open for 6th Graders

Wednesdays, 3PM - 5PM

May and June

Carnival 2022 Flyer.pdf

St. Mary School Carnival

May 18 -22, 2022

Bethel Municipal Center

Summer flyer 2022 FINAL.pdf

2022 Summer Programs

Bethel Park & Recreation

Registration Begins May 4th

See brochure for programs & details

WorkspaceCTSpringPrograms.pdf

WorkspaceCT.org

Spring Programs!

Acting, Music, Cooking, STEM,

Woodworking, Dance, Science & MORE!

22-02-02 Hoyt Camp One Sheet.pdf

Hoyt Adventure Day Camp

Connecticut Yankee Council, BSA

See flyer for details

Food Truck Friday

See Flyer for Details

doc04336920220407153304.pdf

Tunnel to Towers

5K Run & Walk Bethel

June 26th at 8:30 AM

BHS Football Field

See flyer for registration Info

Just for Dads of Infants & Toddlers

See flyer for programs & details

School Based Health Center (PDF) - English

School Based Health Center (PDF) - Spanish

Board of Education Policy Updates

The Bethel Public Schools, as a learning community devoted to the academic and social growth of our children, creates educational opportunities that inspire competence, creativity, teamwork, and a drive to excel. In an environment of trust and respect, high expectations for student performance are evident in the discussions, actions, and policies of the Board of Education. Board of Education policies can be found on our district website. As a way to increase communication about Board of Education policies, we include Board of Education policy updates in this section of our newsletter as they are approved by the Board. You can find the Board of Education policies on the district website at Bethel Board of Education Policies

Recently Revised/Reviewed Policies & Regulations:

Regulation – 5131.911 – District Safe School Climate Plan – 10-21-21
Policy 2232 - Electronic Records and Information - 2-14-22
Regulation 2232 - Electronic Records and Information - 2-14-22
Policy 5141.231 - Chemical Health Policy for Student-Athletes - 2-14-22
Regulation 5111 - Admission - 3-24-22
Policy 1416 - Fiscal Authorities 4-21-22
Policy 1700 - Otherwise Lawful Possession of Firearms on School Property - 4-21-22
Policy 2000 - Concept and Roles in Administration - 4-21-22
Policy 2111 - Equal Employment Opportunity - 4-21-22
Policy 2112 - Professional Learning - 4-21-22
Policy 2113 - Grievance Procedures - Title IX - deleted 4-21-22