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Hello Bradfield Families!
Last Tuesday was an exciting day in Broncoland. Bradfield kicked off our annual All-School Book Club (ASBC) for all grades. Together, as we support family literacy, I hope you are enjoying reading this year’s book, Marty McGuire, written by Kate Messner. Remember, the nightly reading schedule is listed on the bookmark that was sent home with the book.
As a bonus, bestselling author Kate Messner will be visiting our readers this Wednesday! Kate has written more than fifty books for children. Her award-winning titles include picture books like Over and Under the Snow, Over and Under the Waves, and Sloth Wasn’t Sleepy; novels like Breakout; engaging nonfiction like The Next President; the Ranger in Time historical adventures; and the Fergus and Zeke easy readers. In her engaging presentations, Kate shares the research and writing process behind her books, from research and brainstorming to revision, editing, and publication. She brings readers along on her (sometimes wild!) research trips via photographs and stories and shares just how much time she spends revising her writing before a book is published (spoiler: it's a lot!). She wraps up each presentation with plenty of time for Q&A with readers and invites them to become authors of their own stories as well.
Thank you, Bradfield PTA and Dads Club for helping support this incredible opportunity for all of our families. Also, thank you to our teacher-led committee: Amy Jent, Leslie Kennemer, Kim Sweaney, Karen Voltoline, Kay Jones, Morgan Willey, Kristi LaViolette & Holly Bond.
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A special thank you to Patricia Belodoff, Nana of Broncos Anna and Luke Hubbard for creating the beautiful bulletin board for the All School Book Club kickoff. Mrs. Belodoff is a retired art teacher and continues to exhibit her passion for education and art as she volunteered her time for the reveal.
What better way to foster the love of wonder and science than to encourage your child to participate in this year’s Science Fair. Do you remember any of your Science Fair projects? I definitely have one that stands out in my mind. I couldn’t wait to get home from school each day to see if my hypothesis was becoming a reality. Check out below for more information.
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Congratulations to Administrative Assistant Monica Kramer, Fourth Grade Teacher Kristi LaViolette, FLES Teacher Leticia Parker and the Cafeteria Team for earning the Heart at Work Award. Superintendent, Dr. Trigg along with his prize patrol surprised the staff members last week with certificates and pins. Congratulations! | |
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As a reminder, the Heart at Work Nominations for HPISD staff members may be submitted using this link. Anyone in the community, staff or students may nominate a staff member who goes above and beyond in serving our students, staff, families and community. Let’s honor our staff members who display a servant’s heart, make a difference in the lives of others and inspire other HPISD employees through their actions. Each person nominated will be recognized at the campus level. In the Spring, the District Heart at Work Committee will review all of those recognized at the campus level and will select one certified and one non-exempt staff member from each campus to be honored and awarded $500 at the annual staff recognition banquet. I encourage you to nominate our dedicated staff members who make a difference in the lives of your children.
A special shout out to our Kindergarten classes for coming to the rescue of a precious little pet bird they found on the playground. Bradfield’s Lab Lady and Einstein jumped into action and made the little bird feel welcome in the Science Lab until so many helped find its owner. I loved watching the caring hearts of so many Broncos. Thank you, for your help!
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Thank you to Third Grade mothers, Allison Dickey, Liz Lynch, Cathy Martin, Nicole Somerville, Ashley Reid and Nicole Somerville for hosting the delicious luncheon. The staff enjoyed scrumptious BBQ with all of the fixings, catered by Dickey’s BBQ. Thank you, ladies for spoiling the staff!
The writer of last week was first grader, Elise Hodges, in Ms. Lewis’ class. Her assignment was to write a persuasive piece based on research. Not only did she pull from research to persuade the reader that turtles make the best per, but from her own personal experience with her pet turtles Tiddles and Widdles. Who wouldn’t want to take their childhood pet turtles to college with them? Great job, Elise!
The writer of the week was first grader, Mary Charlotte Meyer, in Mrs. Morgans’ class. She was able to showcase a variety of her creative poems. She did a fantastic job expressing herself through bio poems, color poems and a shape poem about one of her favorite passions-dogs! Not only did she engage the reader with the rhythm of her word choice, but the illustrations were adorable. Good job, Mary Charlotte!
I encourage you to check out the Broncoland spotlight below. This week’s highlights include: All School Book Club and Science Lab.
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I look forward to seeing you and your children at the front door!
Regina Dumar
dumarr@hpisd.org
WE ARE BRADFIELD BOLD!
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Hosted by Carter BloodCare &
Bradfield 3rd Grade Explorations Students
Walk-in appointments are also available!
Questions? Kathleen Berry
| Calling all scientists, inventors, and explorers! Get ready to show us your discoveries, hypotheses, and experiments. The Bradfield Science Fair is BIGGER and BETTER than ever this year! | |
Please register by Friday, January 20.
Official Rules
Helpful Hints
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Display boards will be sold ($10 each) on select days during morning drop off.
Questions? Mona Vineyard & Kei Doncic
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A Message from our PTA President, Kate Cutshall | |
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It was quite an eventful week at Bradfield! I hope you all are following along our Instagram page, @Bradfield_PTA, and you might be interested to discover that a sweet little parakeet was found on the playground! Mrs. Gleaton is safely keeping this sweet little cutie in her classroom until a new home is found.
Please join me in thanking the following volunteers for keeping Bradfield BOLD:
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I hope everyone is enjoying reading Marty McGuire with their children. Thank you to our All School Book Club chair, Jacqueline Hubbard, who created a beautiful display case with her Mom, and worked with our school librarians to continue this wonderful annual tradition.
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And the 3rd grade showed their appreciation with a Staff luncheon on Friday courtesy of Dickey’s BBQ. Thank you to Allison Dickey, Liz Lynch, Cathy Martin, Nicole Sommerville & Allison Reid for representing the class to serve up a great meal!
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Having a PTA position is a great way to connect with other parents, make your voice heard, stay informed, and give back to our amazing school! Please consider serving our school next year!
View PTA job descriptions
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Responses are requested by Wednesday, January 18. Nominate yourself for as many positions of interest!
Please select the PTA Nominating Committee that will slate and/or approve candidates for each PTA position HERE.
If you have any questions regarding nominating or if you would like to know more about a position, please contact Laura McCallan.
THANK YOU for considering serving our school next year!
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FAMILY SPONSORSHIP PRINT DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, JANUARY 20.
Don't miss out!
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BREAKING NEWS!
We've changed our yearbook software from Balfour to Jostens. This will be easier and more convenient for everyone!
Going forward, please use this new link to submit photos. The photos you have already submitted do not need to be resubmitted!
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- 1/16: School closed
- 1/18: Author Kate Messner
- 1/19: Dads Club Father/Daughter Dance, 6-9PM Dallas Country Club
- 1/26: Kindergarten Readiness Meeting, 9:30AM Armstrong Auditorium
- 1/27: Science Fair
Auction:
- Family Sponsorships for sale now
- 1/23: Individual Ticket Sales begin
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2/21-25: Silent Auction (staggered closing times by category)
- 2/25: Auction 7:30-11PM Dallas Country Club (Live Auction starts at 8:30PM)
View full calendar
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We are excited to host and pay tribute to:
ALL Former HP Players from the last 100 years and their families
All Current Scots Players & all Future Scots
Enjoy a fun filled day of games, bounce houses, INCREDIBLE raffle prizes and appearances by:
HP Drumline, Cheerleaders and Belles
Varsity and JV Teams will be on hand to sign autographs, take pictures, play field games AND the first 100 kids will receive a SCOTS Baseball Spirit Band and baseball for autographs!
Have a burger from In-N-Out, prepare to
MEET THE SCOTS
(and some very special guests)
and get ready for a sensational season of baseball!
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