April 6, 2025 | NEWSLETTER | Issue 33
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| Dear Families, Ohio State Tests will impact or 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students and will occur on the following dates: 3rd, 4th, & 5th: English Language Arts: Wednesday, April 9th & Thursday, April 10th 3rd, 4th, 5th: Math: Wednesday, April 23rd & Thursday, April 24th 5th grade only: Science: Tuesday, April 29th & Wednesday, April 30th You can assist your child through this endeavor by planning appointments around the morning test sessions, encouraging your children to have a good breakfast (everyday!), and ensuring that their Chromebook is fully charged and with them at school for each testing session. It is important that students are on time to school. Students who are late may not enter the classroom once testing begins. Thank you for your partnership! Nyesha Clayton, Montrose Elementary Principal Rachel Niswander, Maryland Elementary Principal David Schottner, Cassingham Elementary Principal |
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This Week's Highlight's Include... - Upcoming Dates;
- Kindergarten Registration;
- PTO Crucial Conversations;
- School Supplies for Rising 6th Grade Students;
- Mulch Sale;
- Free Breakfast Reminder;
- Online Reporting Tools;
- Yearbook Reminder
- A New Digital Wellness Video Presentation
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Important Dates 4/8: PTO Meeting in the Library 7pm 4/18: No School 4/24: Kindergarten Orientation at all three buildings from 6:00-7:00 PM |
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Kindergarten Registration 2025/2026 Kindergarten Registration is now available! Simply go to bexleyschools.org and click on Student Registration. On the Student Registration page click on LINK: Online Student Registration and create an account which will allow you to register your child. You will be asked to upload your child's birth certificate, immunization record, proof of residency, a current utility bill, and your drivers license reflecting your Bexley address. We can't wait to meet the class of 2038! If you know any families of incoming Kindergarten students and they don’t receive newsletters from Bexley City Schools, please encourage them to register their child for Kindergarten by the end of March! We will then be able to invite them to our orientation night in April. |
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NEW VIDEO DISCUSSES STUDENT COMPUTER ACCESS, FILTERS, AND HOW TO NAVIGATE DIGITAL WELLNESS AT HOME Bexley Schools are happy to share a Digital Wellness video presentation discussing key details about student access, filtering, answers to frequently asked questions, and tips for families on how to navigate and approach digital wellness at home. The video was developed by Director of Technology Brad Pettit and Bob Keep, District Technology Integration Coach. As part of our commitment stated in both our Strategic Plan and Technology Plan, Bexley Schools offers this video content as part of its continuing outreach with families to share information about computer use and Digital Wellness. Recent survey results from families expressed a preference for recorded content on related topics. We hope you find this useful. This video is available on the Bexley Schools YouTube channel or you can access it here. |
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ONLINE TOOLS ALWAYS AVAILABLE TO REPORT SAFETY AND OTHER CONCERNS: As a reminder, Bexley Schools utilize two online reporting tools through which students and/or families may report incidents of concern, including for safety, bullying, hazing, or harassment. Stay Safe. Speak Up! is a reporting tool that is always at the top of the district website’s homepage. The reporting system is monitored 24/7 by a third party who promptly notifies Bexley Schools administrators when information is submitted. The district also has an online Equity Issue Reporting tool through which concerns about discrimination may be reported. It also is located at the top of the district website homepage. Students or family members also may talk to a teacher, coach, counselor, or school principal to report an incident. Please remember, too, that anyone who witnesses an emergency or dangerous situation that is occurring should call 911 for an immediate police response. Be assured that we are committed to the highest level of confidentiality about what we discover through any reported incidents and about to whom and what type of consequences are imposed, if any. This is to protect the privacy of all persons involved. Remember, If you SEE something, please SAY something! |
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PTO Crucial Conversation Series Technology and its Impact on Children Join us for an expert-led discussion on how technology affects children and learn practical parenting strategies for setting limits and using parental controls effectively. DATE: Wednesday, April 9th TIME: 6:45-7:45pm LOCATION: Bexley Public Library Auditorium RSVP link below (not required, but appreciated!) We are thrilled to welcome the following experts: Jessica Garret Mills, PhD – Expert in education and psychology Libby Steele, LPCC – Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor specializing in child and adolescent mental health Ashley Messick Jones, Tech Expert (founder of Nerd Mama) |
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Mulch Sale The order deadline is April 11th. Mulch will be delivered starting Friday, April 25th in the evening and continuing April 26th morning - early afternoon. Delivery available to Bexley residents only. Topsoil is available for purchase this year - PICKUP ONLY. Pickup will be available at the Bexley Pool on Friday, April 25th from 6-7:30PM and on Saturday, April 26th from 8:30AM-2PM. Please note, there is a 10 bag minimum for all mulch orders, and a limit of 2 stacking locations per property for bag delivery (example: front porch and back by garage). Proceeds from the mulch sale support all athletic programs at BMS and BHS - from uniforms and equipment to scoreboards, facilities, and transportation needs. |
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Breakfast Reminder Bexley Schools continue to offer free breakfast for all students for the remainder of this school year. Encourage your students to start their school day with a nutritious breakfast! Breakfast is served in each school cafeteria at the following times: Cassingham Complex: 7:45-8:35 a.m. Maryland Elementary: 7:45-8:10 a.m. Montrose Elementary: 7:45-8:10 a.m. Don’t forget that in order for breakfast to be free, a student must select a whole breakfast consisting of one item from three of the four food groups: grains, fruits, vegetables, and milk. Food Services staff members can help students determine what to select for a free meal. Students who select a single food item rather than a whole breakfast will need to pay for that item individually. |
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Attention 5th Grade Families It's time to buy your 2025/26 School Supply kits! I know it seems early, but before you know it, summer will be here. It's important you order your supplies before it's too late or supplies run out. Start the school year with the exact supplies your teacher requested, and give your child the confidence they need to conquer next year! Get them today before it's too late... the sale closes on July 1st.
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