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Posted Date: 10/13/26 (08:21 AM)

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Principal's Message

Happy Friday, BIS Families!

Today, both Grade 5 and Grade 6 participated in our monthly town hall meetings. Our students were remarkably reflective during our discussions around kindness and respect at Brownstone.

Grade 6: Our Student Council introduced a new "Marble System." Classes can earn grade-wide rewards, such as spirit weeks, class movies, game days, or even a dance party, by maximizing respectful behavior and minimizing classroom disruptions. Stay tuned for updates!
Grade 5: Students focused on kindness and respect as well, putting their knowledge to the test during an energetic game of classroom Family Feud.

Student News Crew Launching Next Week:
In addition to our after-school clubs and activities, I’m excited to announce that our student news crew will officially begin taking over the morning announcements next week! We look forward to having our students start our days on a positive note.


I hope you all have a wonderful long weekend!

Best,
Joe Santavenere
 

5th Grade Kindness Awards

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6th Grade Kindness Awards

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6th Grade Student Council

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Nurse Notes


6th Grade Parents: All 6th grade students must have a completed Physical Health Assessment on file per the Connecticut General Statute Section 10-204a and 10-206. This is a mandated physical request by the State of Connecticut. Physicals will be accepted with an exam date on or after 1/1/2026. The most current physical is preferred. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.



 
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Important Upcoming Dates to Remember:

October 12th: No School 
October 16th: Picture Re-take Day
 
Contact Information 

If your student is going to be absent for any reason, or if dismissal plans change please email or call us @ bisattendance@portlandct.us 
860-342-6765.