Mission: Excellence for All! Excellence by All!
Boletim de notícias no Português ~ Boletín de noticias en Español
March 1, 2010
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Greetings from the Barnstable Horace Mann Charter School and welcome back from February vacation! I hope you and your family enjoyed a week of rest and relaxation.
We are now more than halfway through the school year together and I hope you and your child are happy to be part of the Barnstable Horace Mann Charter School community. Please remember, I welcome your input and maintain an “open door policy” which means you are always welcome to stop in and share what is on your mind. Communication is easy here at BHMCS. We are only a telephone call away at
508-420-2272. Should you choose to send an e-mail, you will find that all staff addresses have been posted on our website, www.bhmcs.org.
Social Life:
At this point in the school year, your child most likely has developed several friendships within his or her classroom, pod, lunch, or recess. If your son or daughter is struggling or you would like to encourage your child to form deeper or more numerous friendships, the following tips can help boost self esteem and foster friendships:
Please know that all of us at Barnstable Horace Mann Charter School are here to assist your child academically, socially, and emotionally. Staff members are here to help and are accessible by telephone, e-mail, or scheduled visit. Please feel free to utilize our services!
March in Review:
The month of March will be very busy here at BHMCS for students, staff, and family members. Students will be engaged in enjoyable enrichment and philanthropic activities, including Read Across Americaand Pennies for Peace. Additionally, we are looking forward to a family Hoedown.
Finally, academics will become more challenging over the course of the month as students continue with the day-to-day routines of learning, as well as participate in the English Language Arts MCAS testing which will occur later in the month.
MCAS Testing:
As you know, all public schools in Massachusetts utilize the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to measure student achievement. The tests, as mandated by the No Child Left Behind Act, are supposed to measure school accountability. While we at BHMCS want every child to do his or her best, no one wants any student to become overwhelmed and stressed during the process. Students will be alerted that there is no way to “study” for the test and that we simply want everyone to try his or her best. Staff and I will be promoting a good night’s rest and a hearty breakfast as a means of preparation. Please join me in trying to minimize test anxiety and feel free to call or email with questions, comments, or suggestions.
March Hoedown:
BHMCS is putting on our first ever family dance night. The PAC, Board of Trustees, Main Street Learning, and Staff are all working collaboratively to put together what could be an annual event here at BHMCS! Yee Haw!
Free Dental Clinic:
Cape Cod Community College free dental clinic is being offered to youngsters in need on April 6, first
come, first served. If you think your son or daughter might benefit from attendance, please contact the BHMCS Health Office at 508-420-9054.
Parents and Families as Partners in Education:
Your participation and support is always welcomed by all of us here at Barnstable Horace Mann Charter School and we look forward to seeing you! Check out the Upcoming Events below:
Upcoming Events:
7:00 p.m. Town Hall
All of my best to you and your family!
Sincerely,
Kara Peterson
Principal
BHMCS Mission: Excellence for All!