Greetings CAMS Families:
This is our first full week of school in the new year. Let’s start it strong - so we can end it successfully!
While we ended 2024 with a 93% attendance rate for the month of December, we aim to bounce back in January with at least a 95% attendance rate.
To support this goal, we have implemented a new attendance incentive. Every Friday, students that are present in school will be able to dress out of uniform, at no cost, in order to increase attendance rates.
A national survey revealed that students with an attendance rate of 95% or higher are more likely to earn grades of A or B, while those with lower attendance rates are at a higher risk of falling behind academically (U.S. Department of Education, 2024).
To that end, recent Benchmark Assessment data is encouraging. While the assessment results show that our students are growing, we have a considerate amount of work to do to actualize their potential.
Our goal is to keep you informed and partner with you to raise student achievement.
Thank you, parents and guardians for all you do!
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:
a. Large 3-ring binder (that zips closed, if possible)
b. School agenda
c. Notebook paper
d. Lock for the locker (purses, bags, cell phones, and personal items are to be placed in student lockers)
e. Two pocket folders for each subject (i.e., math, science, language arts, and social studies)
f. 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:
a. Collard Tops and Sweaters: White, Yellow, Black
b. Bottoms: Khaki, Navy, and Black
c. No hoodies
d. No open toe shoes
e. No leggings, no sweats, no jeans
9. If a student is not in compliance with this policy, a parent/guardian will be asked to bring in appropriate clothing to school.
10. Outside food deliveries are not allowed.
11. 10. Stay current and read our monthly newsletter.
Upcoming Events and Happenings:
a) Wear Jeans Day January 9th
Social-emotional Learning for the month of January is Goal Setting and Growth Mindset
a. Teach the importance of goal setting and developing a growth mindset.
b. Understand that mistakes and failures are growth opportunities.
c. Encourage perseverance in the face of challenges
d. Plan for the future
c) Be in the know with Bloomfield_APP.png
Best,
Dr. Trevor L. Ellis, Principal